Yakima Association of REALTORS and MLS

08/28/2026

🔥 YPN CONNECT: APPRECIATION BACKYARD BBQ! 🎶🍔

This one is all about APPRECIATION!

We’re inviting our real estate professionals, partners, affiliates, sponsors, and those of you who have hosted our YPN Connect events this year to come together for one more summer night of good food, live music, and great people!

A HUGE thank you to Arrowhead Inspections for sponsoring our live entertainment and helping us make this night happen! 🙌

And a huge shoutout to James Beam, who will be bringing the LIVE MUSIC for the evening! 🎸🎶

📅 September 2nd
⏰ 5:30 PM
🎟️ FREE!
AT THE YAR OFFICES!

🍔 Food & drinks provided while supplies last!
🥤 Bring any extra snacks or beverages you’d like to enjoy.
🪑 AND DON’T FORGET YOUR LAWN CHAIR!

Whether you’ve attended a YPN Connect, hosted us at your business, sponsored an event, partnered with us, or simply continued to show up and support what we’re building, this night is for you.

Come hang out, eat, listen to some live music, connect with other real estate professionals, and help us celebrate the people who have made this year possible.
THANK YOU FOR MAKING YPN HAPPEN! 🔥

Good people. Great conversations. Stronger community.

08/27/2026

For all who would like to attend, Jerry Mellen's Celebration of Life will be at Crosspoint Church, today, at 2PM.

💙 Remembering Jerry Mellen 💙

For more than 30 years, Jerry Mellen was a dedicated member of the Yakima real estate community. His kindness, professionalism, and lasting impact touched the lives of countless colleagues, clients, and friends.

Please join us as we celebrate Jerry's life and the legacy he leaves behind.

🗓️ Thursday, August 27, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Crosspoint Church
7803 Ahtanum Rd., Yakima, WA 98903

Attire: Corporate casual (please no suits, sport coats, ties, formal dresses, or black attire).

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Jerry's family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will continue to live on throughout our community.

❤️ A life well lived. A legacy well remembered.

08/18/2026

‼️NOTICE TO MEMBERS‼️

Due to the power outages surrounding our area, the YAR office will be closed for the remainder of the after noon and will resume regular business hours tomorrow at 8AM.

08/14/2026

🔥 YPN CONNECT: APPRECIATION BACKYARD BBQ! 🍔

We’re wrapping up summer the best way we know how: good food, good people, and great conversations!

Join us as we celebrate the partners, affiliates, and sponsors who have helped make YPN happen this year. Come hang out, connect with other real estate professionals, and enjoy one last summer evening together before fall kicks in.

🎟️ FREE to attend
🍔 Food
🎶 Live entertainment — announcement coming soon!
🤝 Networking + community

📅 Wednesday, September 2
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 YAR Offices | 2707 River Road

RSVP by August 31 to reserve your spot!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ypn-connect-appreciation-backyard-bbq-tickets-1997920072720?aff=oddtdtcreator

Good people. Great conversations. Stronger community. 🔥

08/14/2026

🍽️📚 FREE LUNCH & LEARN! 📚🍽️
Join the Yakima Association of REALTORS® for a unique lunch-and-learn experience where education meets real-world application!
⚖️ WITNESS A MOCK ETHICS HEARING FROM START TO FINISH
Get a behind-the-scenes look at a live ethics hearing and see how a case unfolds—from opening statements all the way through final decisions. It’s a great opportunity to experience the process in action while strengthening your understanding of ethical standards and procedures.
📅 August 20, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Yakima Association of REALTORS®
2707 River Road, Yakima, WA 98902
🥪 Lunch is FREE!
📩 RSVP: [email protected]
A special thank you to our lunch sponsor, Jonathan Barragan with Guild Mortgage, for helping make this event possible! 🙌
Come learn, connect, enjoy lunch, and get a unique look at the ethics hearing process!
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08/14/2026

🏌️‍♀️ GRAB YOUR CLUBS & JOIN US FOR A DAY ON THE GREEN! 🏌️‍♂️

The Yakima Association of REALTORS® Golf Tournament is coming up September 10th at Westwood Golf Course! ⛳️

🎉 NEW THIS YEAR — SPECTATOR PASSES! 🎉

Not a golfer? You can still be part of the fun! This year, we’re excited to introduce Spectator Passes for just $35. Spectators can enjoy access to the upper deck bays, a small bucket of range balls, the upstairs bar, and lunch during the awards ceremony. Spectators are not permitted on the golf course, but you’ll still get to cheer on the teams and enjoy the festivities!

🏌️ For our golfers:
• 9-hole, 4-person scramble
• $360 per team | $90 per individual
• Golf cart, green fee & range balls included
• Lunch included
• Check-in begins at 8:00 AM

📅 September 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM
📍 Westwood Golf Course
6408 W Tieton Dr., Yakima, WA

Whether you’re playing or cheering from the sidelines, we’d love to have you join us! 🙌

⏳ Space is limited — register by September 2nd!

👉 REGISTER HERE

Golf Tournament: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLHYZ30J6ZJC5/checkout/2OOULFCUAZ5CH3N7VKRVO66Y

Spectator Pass: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLHYZ30J6ZJC5/checkout/63QKGBGS77MCJSZFENKD24AI

Questions? Contact Jordan H**p at [email protected] or 509-731-7747.

08/13/2026

📚🎤 PLAYING BY THE RULES | CODE OF ETHICS 🎤📚

Ready to make your required Code of Ethics training a little more fun? Join us for an interactive, gameshow-style class designed to make learning engaging!

🏆 Playing by the Rules | Code of Ethics
🎤 Instructor: DJ Henn
📅 October 28, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Yakima Association of REALTORS®
2707 River Rd., Yakima, WA 98902
💰 $10 per participant | 3 CEs

Yakima Association of REALTORS® has approved this course for fulfilling your Code of Ethics requirement.

⚠️ SPACE IS LIMITED TO JUST 20 PEOPLE!

👉 Register today

https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLHYZ30J6ZJC5/checkout/XDD5SKSVK6IJG5OMVCCQI4SL

Come learn, participate, and put your Code of Ethics knowledge to the test! 🎯

07/24/2026

07/21/2026

🗳️ The Yakima Association of REALTORS® is proud to announce our endorsed candidates for the upcoming election.

These candidates have demonstrated a commitment to protecting private property rights, promoting homeownership, and supporting policies that strengthen our communities and the real estate industry.

Our endorsed candidates include:

State Legislative
• Gloria Mendoza – State House, District 14, Position 1
• Deb Manjarrez – State House, District 14, Position 2
• Jeremie Dufault – State Senate, District 15
• Chris Corry – State House, District 15, Position 1
• Reedy Berg – State House, District 15, Position 2

County Offices
• Stephanie Patterson – County Treasurer
• Bob Udell – County Commissioner, District 1

We encourage our members to make their voices heard by participating in this election. Every vote matters, and together we can help shape the future of our communities.

📅 Remember to vote!

07/20/2026

🍻 YPN Connect is Back! 🤝

📅 Wednesday, August 5, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – Check-in & Social Time
🕔 5:00 PM – Balebreaker Tour & Meet the Owners
📍 Balebreaker Brewing Company
1801 Birchfield Rd., Yakima, WA

Ready to grow your network and build meaningful connections in the real estate industry? Join us at Bale Breaker Brewing Company for an evening created with newer real estate professionals in mind, especially those in their first three years of business, while welcoming agents at every stage of their career.

Hear from the Bale Breaker team as they share the story behind one of Yakima Valley's most well-known breweries, enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the facility, and learn about the history and impact of the Moxee Hop Festival. You'll also hear from our event sponsor, Guild Mortgage of Yakima, and connect with industry partners who are passionate about supporting your success.

Network with fellow REALTORS®, lenders, title professionals, and affiliate partners in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere while enjoying great craft beer and meaningful conversations. Whether you're looking to build referral relationships, learn from experienced professionals, or simply expand your network, this event is designed to help you grow your business and strengthen your connections within our industry.

🎟️ Space is limited—reserve your spot today by scanning the QR code or visiting:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ypn-connect-hops-handshakes-tickets-1994236945387?aff=oddtdtcreator

A special thank you to our event sponsor, Guild Mortgage Yakima, for supporting YPN and sharing valuable industry insights with our attendees!

Come for the connections. Stay for the community.