September 2026
Make Professional Development a Priority and Invest in Yourself this October
Left to right: Rick Lopez, Judy Jackson, Jacquie Kellogg, Lisa Paffrath, and Mark Colletti
Celebrating Advocacy & Achievement
REALTOR® Caucus 2026 brought Arizona REALTORS® together from across the state for meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and important discussions about the issues shaping our industry and communities.
We’re especially proud to celebrate the Northern Arizona Association of REALTORS® being honored with the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Triple Crown Award! The award recognizes excellence in RPAC/RAPAC advocacy and fundraising.
Thank you to everyone who showed up, spoke up, and continues to advocate for Arizona real estate. Your involvement matters, and together we’re making a difference.
Recognizing Our Professional Development Leaders
NAAR recognizes the 2026 Professional Development Committee for the time, energy, and dedication they’ve given to creating meaningful opportunities for NAAR members. Throughout the year, this team has helped support members’ professional growth through a variety of continuing education and non-CE learning experiences.
2026 Professional Development Committee:
Lorie Knapp, Committee Chair
Billie McGraw
Lydia Smith-Hemphill
Stephani Allen
Lorie Anderson
Kristin Stribling
A special thank you to Brannon Harbur for his contributions to the Professional Development Committee and for being the driving force behind our Launchpad Series. His vision and commitment to providing practical, useful tools for NAAR members helped create a strong foundation for this program that we can continue building on in the future.
Thank you, Brannon, for everything you brought to the committee and for the foundation you helped create!
2027 Board of Directors Installation & Cocktail Reception
Join us in welcoming the 2027 NAAR Board of Directors:
President - Mark Colletti
Vice President - Kristin Stribling
Treasurer - Carolyn Salberg
Treasurer-Elect - Holly Zamora
2 Year Director - Stephen Broaddus
2 Year Director - Arin Wheeler
1 Year Director - Jacquie Kellogg
1 Year Director - Matea Burleson
Immediate Past President - Kristina Henson
Affiliate Director - Karen Flores
MLS Chair - Linda Kiehne
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Member Recognition Awards! Take a moment to recognize a colleague who is making a difference through outstanding service, professionalism, or leadership.
Nominate someone for the Distinguished Service Award, Loven Leadership Award, or Rookie of the Year by October 16, 2026.
Help Spread the Word: Habitat for Humanity Starter Homes
Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona is now accepting applications for the next 10 Starter Homes at Timber Sky. This program provides an opportunity for qualifying local families to pursue affordable homeownership while building stability and a place to call home in our community.
If you know someone who may benefit from this opportunity, please help spread the word! Applications are now open, and interested applicants can learn more about eligibility, the homeownership process, and how to apply through Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona.
This Application cycle is scheduled to end October 14th, 2026.
Wildfire Prepared Home: Turning Wildfire Science into Action
Wildfire Prepared Home is a science-based designation program from IBHS that helps homeowners reduce wildfire risk through proven mitigation actions and third-party verification.
Most homes ignite from wind-blown embers, not the large wall of flames. These embers can travel more than a mile ahead of a wildfire and collect in vulnerable areas around structures such as vents, gutters, mulch beds, against fences, against the foundation, and above decks.
During large wildfire events, homes may have to withstand ember storms and wildfire conditions when firefighting resources are stretched thin or overwhelmed. Preparing the home and surrounding property ahead of time can significantly reduce the risk of ignition.
Early Real Estate Sales Alert System
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announces the launch of the Early Real Estate Sales Alert System. This Deed Fraud Prevention tool will assist all real estate licensees with protecting and promoting their client's interest.
By serving as a proactive early warning system, the Early Real Estate Sales Alert (ERAS) helps safeguard property owners by notifying them of pending transactions before they are finalized and recorded. This state-of-the-art resource provides an essential layer of security to protect Arizona property owners and purchasers from the devastating legal and financial consequences of deed fraud.
Real estate licensees can actively support fraud prevention, and best protect and promote their client's interest, by utilizing the voluntary, no cost ERAS Transaction Form with their clients during escrow. Once signed by both the buyer and seller, this simple form authorizes the escrow officer to transmit key transaction details, including the seller's name, property address, and assessor parcel number (APN), to the alert system. If a transaction matches a registered property, the person registered receives an automatic text and/or email notification, allowing them to notify ADRE if they suspect fraud.
ADRE encourages all real estate licensees to help raise awareness and invite their past and current clients to register their residential, commercial, vacant land, agricultural, or other real property for free at earlyalert.azre.gov. To better protect you should also encourage property owners to register for alert services with their local county Recorder's office.
Webinar Recap: 2026 Appraisal Shift
On November 2, 2026, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will require all new appraisals to use the redesigned Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD 3.6). Learn what's changing, what new data appraisers will collect, and how it affects your transactions. Watch Webinar by clicking the button below.
A lifelong Flagstaff native, Genevieve Vanderlip has been a licensed real estate appraiser since 2013. She began her appraisal career in 2011 under the mentorship of Reba Allen at Express Valuation, building on her background in interior design and lifelong interest in homes and architecture. At Hometown Appraisal, Genevieve enjoys the variety and problem-solving that come with every assignment, along with the flexibility and independence of running her own business. She works with hundreds of lenders on purchase and refinance appraisals, giving her a unique perspective on Flagstaff’s ever-changing real estate market. Above all, Genevieve values the relationships she has built within the local real estate community and the opportunity to do work she enjoys in the hometown she has always called home.
Connect with Genevieve at 928-853-4130 or Flagstaff.appraiser@gmail.com.
Upcoming Events
Register for local NAAR events directly on our website using the button below. If you’re interested in volunteering with NAAR, contact Outreach Committee Co-Chairs Jessica Garard jessica@bestflagstaffhomes.com or Judy Jackson judyj@nazrealtor.com for more information.
10/1 — The Delegation Skill (Lunch 'n Learn)
10/5 — Repeat & Referrals: A Recipe for Success (Lunch 'n Learn)
10/8 — Escrow 102: Understanding the Title Commitment (Lunch 'n Learn)
10/12 — NAAR OFFICE CLOSED: Indigenous Peoples' Day
10/14 — NAAR Fall Blood Drive
10/19 — List It Like You Mean It (Lunch 'n Learn)
10/21 — Foot Detox (Wellness Event)
MLS Complaint Summary
August 25 - September 25
Click here for ADRE Disciplinary Actions
NAMLS Reminders
8.24.4 Virtual Staging and Digitally Altered Photographs
(a) Primary Photo Enhancement: The first (primary) listing photo may be a digitally enhanced image without including the "Digitally Altered" watermark. If the first photo has been digitally enhanced, the second photo slot must contain the original, unaltered version of that exact same image.
(b) Permitted Alterations — NO Disclosure Required. Standard photographic clean-up that does not change the physical characteristics of the property includes: • Color Correction: Adjusting white balance and saturation to match the actual look of the room • Virtual Decluttering: Removing existing furniture or personal items • Brightness/Contrast: Adjusting exposure to compensate for low light • Sky Replacement: Changing a gray/cloudy sky to blue (provided property's lighting remains realistic) • Sharpening: Basic image clarity improvements
(c) Prohibited Alterations — Strictly Forbidden. Any change that hides a permanent defect or misrepresents the environment includes: • Removal of Permanent Fixtures: Removing power lines, telephone poles, water towers, or neighboring buildings • Hiding Damage: Digitally repairing foundation cracks, water stains, mold, or broken windows • View Modification: Inserting a view not visible from the actual property • Structural Modification: Digitally removing walls or pillars to make a space appear larger NAAR MLS Rules and Regulations | Revised August 2026 14
(d) Disclosure & Labeling Requirements. If any photo falls under Permitted Alterations, the following three steps must be taken: • On-Image Watermark: A clear, legible watermark in the left corner (e.g., "Digitally Altered") • Sequential Posting: The original, unaltered photo must be uploaded immediately following the altered version • Public Remarks: The listing description must include a statement such as: "Some photos in this listing have been virtually staged or digitally altered to show property potential"
Note: Violation fines collected by NAAR are used to fund community support activities. NAAR does not benefit from MLS fines and would like to see the number of fines reduced!
Northern Arizona MLS Rules and Regulations — Revised April 22, 2026
