January 2022 Housing Report

Inventory in Tarrant County dropped even further to 0.6 months. The Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University cites that 6.5 months of inventory represents a market in which supply and demand for homes is balanced. This leaves potential homebuyers with very few options to choose from, and those that are available are … Read more

GFWAR Installs New Board President and Directors

“I first joined GFWAR in 1995. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to watch the organization grow and evolve to become a champion for REALTORS® in our city. I am excited to be able to contribute to that legacy through my leadership in 2022,” said Ashkinos. Ashkinos has always been a highly involved member of … Read more

GFWAR Makes Donation to Support Disaster Victims

In support of these efforts, GFWAR is donating $25,000 to the Texas REALTORS® Disaster Relief Fund. Applications are being accepted now via the Texas REALTORS® Disaster Relief Fund website. Applicants may be eligible for up to $1,000 in assistance if they meet certain criteria. If you know someone who has been affected by the Panhandle … Read more

GFWAR Presents First-Time Homebuyer Education Series

The series will help demystify the home buying process for those who don’t know where to start with practical tips and guides. The free series will be streamed via Zoom every Tuesday in October at noon. The sessions will be hosted by GFWAR REALTOR® members and affiliate members who have expert knowledge on topics ranging … Read more

GFWAR Recognized at Texas REALTORS Winter Meetings

Elizabeth McCoy (Williams Trew) was one of 12 statewide to receive a 2023 Spirit of TREPAC Award, which is given to Texas REALTORS® that exhibit excellence in one of the P.A.C. criteria (Participate, Articulate, Communicate) at the local level during the year. ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ Matt Briseno (Old Republic Title) was one of … Read more

GFWAR Recognizes Past Leaders for Black History Month

Charles McMillan The late Charles McMillan, the first Black president of the National Association of REALTORS®, guided the organization through a difficult economic downturn in 2009. Before becoming NAR President, he was President of GFWAR in 1991 and Texas REALTORS® in 1998. Charles’ hardscrabble childhood, in which he spent his years living and working on … Read more

GFWAR Recognizes Members at Awards Luncheon

Congratulations to: Kim Gartner, Coldwell Banker Realty | Charles McMillan REALTOR® of the Year Award Mary Margaret Davis, Mary Margaret Davis Real Estate Team | Marie and Dayton Sheridan REALTOR® Spirit Award Jenni Jones, Legacy Mutual Mortgage | Affiliate of the Year Award Jaci Coan, RE/MAX Trinity | A.L. Purvis Distinguished Service Award, awarded posthumously … Read more

GFWAR States Position on Short-Term Rentals

As proponents of private property rights, GFWAR believes owners have the right to live in, rent, and sell their properties at will. These property rights also include the ability for property owners to gain income from their property, the right to rent property on a long and short-term basis, and the right to occupy their … Read more

GFWAR Welcomes Director of Advocacy & Community Affairs

In this role, Gallardo will be responsible for managing legislative, political and community affairs on behalf of GFWAR and its members. “Maribel is an exceptional advocacy professional, and we’re thrilled to add her to the team,” said Robert Gleason, CEO of GFWAR. “Through her work, she will ensure the voices of Fort Worth REALTORS® are … Read more

January 2021 Housing Report

This is 1.1 months less than one year ago, when 2020 started out with already low numbers. The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University cites that 6.5 months of inventory represents a market in which supply and demand for homes is balanced. The demand has driven Fort Worth median home prices up to $259,900, … Read more