Top 10 Most Frequently Asked PSF Questions.

1. What is PSF?
2. I already contribute to the candidates or the party of my choice. Why do I need PSF?
3. Why does PSF need me?
4. Who decides which candidates PSF supports with funding?
5. Does PSF support Democrats or Republicans?
6. I have definite feelings as to which candidates should be supported. How do I make that known?
7. I am not full time. Why should I invest?
8. Does PSF buy votes?
9. What happens to the money once I invest?
10. Why is the need so great now?

1. What is PSF?

PSF stands for the Political Survival Fund. Its goal is to organize the members of our association as a concerned, involved political constituency. PSF raises voluntary funds from our members for use in making contributions to political candidates at the federal, state and local levels who believe in the same principles we do- the free enterprise system and private property rights. Rather than calling it an investment, we call giving money to PSF an “investment”. After all investing in PSF really is investing in our industry.

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2. I already contribute to the candidates or the party of my choice. Why do I need PSF?

You should contribute to the candidate or party of your choice. However, PSF provides you the additional opportunity to have statewide and nationwide impact in the election of candidates who will shape legislation that affects the way real estate professionals conduct business all across the country. It is one collective voice for our industry.

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3. Why does PSF need me?

Only through your voluntary investment to PSF can the REALTOR® legislative agenda be competitive in the political campaign arena. Remember, your license comes from the state of Colorado, which also sets policy you must follow in your business. You can either be a participant in the public process or a victim.

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4. Who decides which candidates PSF supports with funding?

Committees of REALTORS® meet on the local, state and national levels to review the credentials of candidates seeking office. From this review and candidate interviews, they make decisions and recommendations on candidates all the way from city council to US Senator. PSF Trustees at the State and National levels release the funds.

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5. Does PSF support Democrats or Republicans?

Both. PSF is nonpartisan in its selection of candidates. The voting record, candidates' agenda and quality of each candidate help determine who gets PSF support.

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6. I have definite feelings as to which candidates should be supported. How do I make that known?

Through your local association's governing body, who will transmit the information to the REALTORS® Government Affairs Division.

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7. I am not full time. Why should I invest?

If you benefit in any way from the real estate business, and if you believe in private ownership of property and the free enterprise system, you should help protect it.

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8. Does PSF buy votes?

Buy votes? NO! Make no mistake, most candidate and officeholders are honorable people whose vote are not for sale. PSF gives funding to candidates who are knowledgeable and fair, and who will at least listen to the REALTORS® point of view.

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9. What happens to the money once I invest?

Your investment is funneled to the State Association where it is kept in a special account. The funds are then distributed by the PSF Trustees during an election.

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10. Why is the need so great now?

During every Legislative Session (national, state and local), hundreds of bills are introduced which affect the real estate industry. We must continue to set the stage to ensure our views are heard when the issues are presented on the Legislative floor.

PSF makes sure your voice is heard. Giving to PSF is an investment in your business because PSF helps us elect candidates who will support and protect you and your business.

Despite a frail and failing economy the last several years, the housing market has provided a rich return for those in our profession. But as a professional in the field, you are very aware that market conditions are cyclical. Market history shows us that things can bottom-out quickly (anyone remember the mid-seventies?). And when the real estate market slows, the policies we pass today will determine the survival of your business tomorrow.

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Your business, the livelihood you have worked so hard to achieve must be protected. But we cannot do it without your PSF investment. Help us defend you and your future business survival by investing $1000, $500, $250, $100, or whatever it is worth to you to protect your real estate business. Please return your investment today!