APRIL 2015 - REAL ESTATE & HOME BUILDERS GUIDE - PAGE 3 Statistics Provided by Jeana M. Beck Subscriber Relations Representative, RMLS TM Association Executive Officer, Columbia Basin and Union County Board of Realtors ® RMLS TM - Eastern Oregon Office 1055 S. Hwy 395, Suite 232 PO Box 751 Hermiston, OR 97838 541-567-5186 - Office 541-282-3889 – Cell 541-289-7320 – Fax The role of your local REALTOR® reaches much further than what most of the general public realizes. Did you know that the REALTOR® association is the only organization actively advocating for your rights as a property owne r, buyer and/or seller? Did you know we do this completely funded through our own personal fundraising efforts and voluntary contributions to RPAC (REALTORS® Political Action Committee). And, did you know that 35% of all funds REALTORS® raise through these efforts remain in our local communities to support REALTOR®-friendly candidates that work on behalf of issues affecting you? As well as funding of specific issues that affect property and homeownership? On April 8, 2015, over 500 REALTORS® from all across Oregon will spend the day at the Capitol, including meeting one-on-one with Oregon l egislators, advocating to preserve housing opportunities in our community. Eastern Oregon is represented by an educated, professional group of REALTORS® that all adhere to the strict REALTOR® Code of Ethics. The future looks bright for Eastern Oregon and our REALTORS® are ready to assist you with all your real estate needs. Shuttle Donated by REALTOR® Successes Average Homeowner Benefit Board of Directors, Umatilla County Board of REALTORS® It is partly our duty as Oregon REALTORS® to see that state laws are upheld for ownership and proper ty rights, along with ensuring the maintenance of all tax benefits related to homeownership. The upcoming REALT OR® Rally at the Capitol is an exciting and educational day for REALTORS®around the state. It is organized by the Oregon Association of REALTORS® and held at the Oregon State Capitol. As REALTORS®, we look forward to empo wering ourselves with the necessary education, knowledge and tools to advocate on behalf of all Oregon prop erty owners. We anticipate a great turnout, as this event has historically drawn strong participation.