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WMLS Unveils Regional Data Share with the Chesapeake Bay and Rivers Association of REALTORS®.
WMLS Unveils Regional Data Share with the Chesapeake Bay and Rivers Association of REALTORS®. March 24th, 2026 Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service (WMLS) begins a fully integrated data share with the Chesapeake Bay and Rivers Association of REALTORS®. Working together with Cotality and CBRAR, we were able to ensure that attached documents will be viewable, and…
Read MoreWMLS Technology Updates Designed to Help REALTORS® Succeed
WMLS Technology Updates Designed to Help REALTORS® Succeed To support new AI capabilities, several listing fields have been updated within Matrix. The Attached or Detached field will now display as Property Attached: Y/N and will be mandatory. NOTE: If the property is Attached, then the Unit Placement field will also be required. The updated Property…
Read MoreNew AI Tools and MLS Enhancements Now Available for WMLS Subscribers
New AI Tools and MLS Enhancements Now Available for WMLS Subscribers The Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service (WMLS) continues to invest in technology and tools designed to help REALTORS® work more efficiently and better serve their clients. Several exciting updates are now available in Matrix, including new AI-powered listing enhancements. WMLS subscribers now have access to…
Read MoreGreater Williamsburg Area Market Data, August 2026
Greater Williamsburg Area Market Data, August 2026 Sales activity continued to increase across the WAAR footprint this month. Home sales went up 6.9% resulting in 325 total sales in August, 21 more than last year. Williamsburg experienced a sharp increase in activity this month with 17 more sales compared to a year earlier (+141.7%). There…
Read MoreVAR Convention
2026 VAR® REMIX Convention Williamsburg REALTORS® had an incredible experience at the 2026 VAR® REMIX Convention! From the insightful General Meeting featuring the NAR® Fireside Chat to informative educational sessions and inspiring motivational speakers, the convention provided valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. We were also honored to celebrate the 2027 VAR® Leadership Installation…
Read MoreStaff-to-Staff Meeting
Staff-to-Staff Meeting September 2, WAAR hosted a Staff-to-Staff meeting to help brokerage staff, administrators, and office teams prepare for upcoming member support needs. The session focused on strengthening communication, sharing key updates, and helping staff feel more confident answering common questions from agents and brokers.
Read MoreLatisha’s House Donation Drive
Latisha’s House Donation Drive Williamsburg, VA, September 2026 – The Williamsburg Area Association of REALTORS® (WAAR) and its members came together in support of the Latisha’s House Donation Drive. Free Forever – Latisha’s House Foundation provides a long-term, transitional housing program for adult, female survivors of sex trafficking and offers individualized support to empower them…
Read MoreGreater Williamsburg Area Market Data, July 2026
Greater Williamsburg Area Market Data, July 2026 Home prices climbed in most parts of the WAAR footprint this month. At $479,000, the median sales price increased 2.1% from the year before, a $10,000 price gain. In York County homes sold for $517,500 in July, $77,338 more than the previous year, jumping 17.6%. There was a…
Read MoreBlood Drive Community Day
Blood Drive Community Day On Aug 5th, Williamsburg VA – Blood Drive Community Day, hosted in partnership with the American Red Cross Blood Donors, was a tremendous success! We are grateful to the 42 donors who generously gave the gift of life. Together, we collected an estimated 42 pints of blood, equavalent to 672 fluid…
Read MoreGreater Williamsburg Area Q2 2026 Housing Market Report
Greater Williamsburg Area Q2 2026 Housing Market Report Williamsburg, VA – The Williamsburg Area Association of REALTORS® (WAAR) reported a strong second quarter across the Greater Williamsburg Area housing market, with rising home sales, increasing buyer activity, and continued price appreciation signaling sustained demand throughout the area. Home sales in the WAAR region increased 17%…
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