May 17, 2010
Dear  , 
Welcome to DeltaNewsViews!
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Its so easy to do...Click on this link to see how to upload your photo into the Delta Association's membership system. 
WCR and DAR Present:
Leslie Appleton-Young
Leslie Appleton-Young is CAR's Vice President and highly respected Chief Economist.  She will be here on September 10th. Plan on attending this luncheon to hear what's really happening in the nation and the state.  Click here for flyer.
DAR Elections Coming Soon
Deadline is May 21
The Delta Association of REALTORS is governed by the members. The members elect new members of the Board of Directors each year.  These Directors are unpaid volunteers.  Here we are again,  It's time to elect new officers and new directors.  THE DEADLINE IS MAY 21 to apply for a position.

Click here  to see the available Board of Directors positions.

Click application to get qualifications and forms to apply.
Forms also available at our office.
GRADUATE REALTOR'S INSTITUTE
Four More Left
There are only four classes left in the session:
May 20, Legal Issues
June 17, Strategies for Success
July 15, Technology Applications in Real Estate
August 19, GRI Risk Management.
 
Register by calling 888-785-4800 or go to eDesignations.com
Mark These Dates on Your Calendar 
Important Information...and Fun
Thursday, May 27 10a.m. - 11a.m. Old Republic Title Co. answers your ??? about Escrow and the new HUD.

Wednesday, June 9 CAR Legislative Day - Schedule. Call DAR to sign up 757-8283.  In addition to attending a legislative briefing in the morning, we've arranged for Sunny McPeak to speak at a special luncheon and the lunch is FREE!

Saturday, June 19 Poker Run.  Click here for info.

Friday, August 27 Day @ the Races. Mark YOUR CALENDAR
Good Neighbor Awards
Deadline Growing Near
NAR is seeking entries for REALTOR® Magazine's Good Neighbor Awards. The deadline for candidates is May 21. 
This is for REALTORS® that make an exceptional impact on their communities through volunteer work.  Why not have one or more of our own members receive this prestigious award?  There will be five winners across the nation.  Each will receive a $10,000 grant for their community projects.  Five others will receive $2,500 Honorable Mention Awards.  Don't be bashful!   Details on how to apply and Frequently Asked Questions can be found here.....  For an Entry Form, contact DAR at 925-757-8283.
Conquering the New Reality
Getting Tough in a Tough Market
Restore the foundation of your business by joining us on Tuesday, June 8 9:30 - 1:00 p.m. at the Delta Association of Realtors® for a FREE!! seminar.  DRE approved for 3 hous "Consumer Service" Credits.  The instructor wll be David Compton.  Please RSVP to DAR at 925-757-8283.
For further information click here
 
Risk Management Seminar
DAR Conference Center
Shannon B. Jones will discuss Short Sales, REOs, Inspections and Disclosure issues, as well as Agent trouble issues.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at DAR Conference Center
3428 Hillcrest Avenue, Antioch,  10:00 a.m. -- 12:00 p.m.
Cost:  FREE ! ! !
Yes, it's FREE But reservations are required.  Contact DAR at 757-8283.
In Memorium
Ron Brown, Long Time DAR Member
Ron Brown 
 1935 ~ 2010

Last week Ron Brown, 2005 DAR President, lost his battle with cancer.  His ashes will be spread over the Pacific Ocean as homage to his years served in the United States Marine Corps.  Ron's family plans to have a private service later this month.  We will miss Ron's humor and dedication to our association. 
 
The Purpose of the Delta Association of REALTORS is to support and enhance the professionalism and success of its members.  We hope to Surprise, Delight and Challenge you as well.
 
John Bedford, CEO
Delta Association of REALTORS
Call us at (925) 757-8283
In This Issue
Your Photo
CAR's Chief Economist
DAR Election Time Again
GRI Hasn't Quit
Spring & Summer Activities
Good Neighbor Awards
New Reality - Getting Tough
Risk Management