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Government Affairs

Government Affairs is the voice of the REALTORS® in local government. Our goal is to protect the REALTORS® of San Mateo County from ordinances, rules and regulations that would be a hindrance to the success of their businesses.  Government Affairs also works to advance one of SAMCAR's primary objectives: the preservation of private property rights throughout San Mateo County.

The Government Affairs staff informs and advises the Board of Directors and SAMCAR's Legislative Committees regarding pertinent land use and zoning policies, state and federal legislation, and local political issues. In conjunction with SAMCAR REALTORS®, the Government Affairs staff executes the legislative and political directives of the Board of Directors.

Government Affairs serves as a liaison between SAMCAR and the California Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS®, and assists with member mobilization for state and federal issues of importance to the real estate industry.


Government Affairs Director

850 Woodside Way, San Mateo CA 94401 (map)
(650) 696-8200
 
 

90-Day ‘No Flip' Rule Coming Back
After December 31, investors will once again have to own a property for at least 90 days before reselling it at a higher price if they use agency financing.
FHFA Announces Easing of Mortgage Standards
FHFA announces plans to expand home buyers' access to mortgages by loosening up lending standards. Learn more about this plan to help home buyers access loans.
NIMBYs, Design Standards, Parking Add to Costs for Affordable Housing
What's driving the cost of building affordable housing in California? According to a report from several state housing agencies, NIMBY's, design chances and parking requirements are among the top factors.
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County Bans Smoking in Your Own Home
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors has voted 4-1 to enact a second hand smoking ordinance that, among requirements, bans smoking in ownership units. SAMCAR Government Affairs Director Paul Stewart explains which units this ban affects and how the votes came down in the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors.
Mortgage Debt Cancellation Tax Relief Update
There is a slim but powerful chance the Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Act will be extended by Congress this year but not before the midterm elections in November.
Foster City Reconsiders Smoking Ban in Ownership Units
Foster City's City Council is seeking to ban smoking in one's own house as pertains to townhomes and condominiums. SAMCAR members please be prepared for a "Call for Action" to contact Foster City councilmembers prior to the hearing at which the smoking ordinance will be finalized.
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