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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
 
 

House Opposes Clean Water Act Over-Regulation
H.R. 5078 will prevent the EPA from treating waters on private property as so-called "waters of the U.S." under the Clean Water Act.
FHA Officially Eliminates “Prepayment Penalty”
It's official: FHA issued its final rule to eliminate post-payment interest charges on FHA-insured single family mortgages.
FHFA Seeking Comments on G-Fees
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is seeking input on the guarantee fees (or "G-fees") that Freddie and Fannie charge lenders as well as their impact on up-front fees charged to borrowers.
FHFA Seeking Input on PMIERs
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is seeking input on the draft Private Mortgage Insurer Eligibility Requirements (PMIERs) for companies that insure mortgage loans owned or guaranteed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.
Burlingame Seeks to Fill City Council Vacancy
With the recent resignation of Councilman Jerry Deal, the city of Burlingame invites applicants to offer their interest, experience, and enthusiasm in service of their City. Applications due by September 22.
FHA to Eliminate "Post Payment" Interest Charges
FHA has announced that borrowers who prepay their FHA-insured mortgages will not have to make interest payments beyond the date their mortgage is paid in full.
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