Realtor Association of the Sioux Empire

04/03/2026

Ready to make your voice heard at the national level?

Applications for 2027 NAR Committee appointments are officially open! This is your chance to share your expertise, influence industry policy, and help shape the future of real estate.

Whether you’re passionate about professional standards, legislative advocacy, or technology, there is a seat at the table for you.

Apply by the May 15th deadline: https://bit.ly/3Q2mzqt

04/02/2026

In observance of the Easter holiday, our office will be closed this Friday, April 3rd.

We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 6th. We hope everyone has a safe and wonderful holiday weekend!

03/30/2026

☕ First, the Power Breakfast. Then, the paperwork.

The RASE team is heading out tomorrow morning to hear from Drew Moldenhauer! We’re diving into strategies for business success and mastering de-escalation skills that help us show up stronger for you every day. 📈

Note: Our office doors will open at 9:00 AM following the event.

See you then! 🥐👋 Blue Ethos Specialized Training Home Builders Association of the Sioux Empire The Country Club of Sioux Falls

03/25/2026

We are thrilled to announce that our Association Executive, Jack Zika, has officially earned the REALTOR® Association Certified Executive (RCE) designation! 🎓🏆

The RCE is the highest professional honor for REALTOR® association executives, representing extensive industry knowledge, leadership, and a deep commitment to professional growth. Out of thousands of executives nationwide, Jack joins an elite group of professionals dedicated to the highest standards of association management.

Please join us in congratulating Jack on this incredible achievement and his continued dedication to serving our members and the real estate community!

03/24/2026

Hold onto your coffee, the regulatory rollercoaster just did a 180. 🎢☕️

If you feel like you just got off a tilt-a-whirl, you’re not alone. We spent months prepping for the March 1st rollout of the FinCEN. We built the workflows, we braced for the paperwork, and we started tracking those all cash entity deals.

And then, on March 19th, a federal court in Texas pulled the emergency brake.

The court ruled that FinCEN went beyond it's authority and they vacated the reporting rule, making it as if it does not exist for the time being.

As per FinCEN's own statement, reporting obligations are suspended.

Don't throw it all out yet, we will be watching to see if the DOJ or FinCEN appeals the decision. If they do, the reporting will be put back in place during the appeal process.

Hold tight, we will keep you posted as we know more!


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Texas court vacates the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FinCEN) Residential Real Estate Rule, affecting compliance. Stay informed on the latest legal updates regarding real estate.

03/24/2026

Texas court vacates the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FinCEN) Residential Real Estate Rule, affecting compliance. Stay informed on the latest legal updates regarding real estate.

03/16/2026

February home sales rose 1.7% with affordability improving for the eighth consecutive month. Inventory is growing, but slowly. Month-over-month sales rose in the Midwest, South and West, but fell in the Northeast. Year-over-year sales rose in the South and declined in the Northeast, Midwest and West...

03/13/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for YPN's Hot Wings and Hot Topics: Appraiser Hotseat Edition! 🎉 We had a fantastic time connecting with our amazing community. A special shoutout to our wonderful sponsors, Fairway Mortgage Kelly Team, and our knowledgeable appraisers Clark & Tara Noteboom and Kara Dirkson. We couldn’t have done it without you all! Let’s keep the conversations going and continue to support each other! 🌟🥵🍗 The Kelly Team, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

03/11/2026

Here’s the Rundown:
🎤 The Briefing: Hear directly from our industry lobbyists. They’ll give you the inside on the bills that passed, the ones that didn't, and how the new housing and tax laws will affect your day to day business.

🤝 The Dialogue: We’re moving from the podium to the plates! After the briefing, local legislators will join our tables for a roundtable lunch. This is your chance to have a direct, face to face conversation with the people making the laws that shape our industry.

03/09/2026

Senate Bill 245 will be heard on the House floor TODAY at 2:00! Watch live at sdpb.org/open-gov/house

02/19/2026

January pending home sales fell by 0.8%, with month-over-month sales increasing in the Midwest and West but declining in the Northeast and South. Improving affordability conditions have yet to result in increased buying activity. The Housing for the 21st Century Act seeks to address the nation's hou...