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TOP NEWS - MONDAY, JULY 23, 2012
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When analyzing six major zip codes in our region - 28403, 28405, 28409, 28411, 28412 and 28451 - an average of the zip codes for the second quarter of 2012 shows that:
- Our average sales price has increased by 5.4% from 1st Quarter 2012.
- Of the 895 sellers in 2nd Quarter - 32% paid some sort of concession toward the purchase of the house, up from 30% last quarter.
- Our list to sales price ratio for 2nd Quarter is 95.86% an increase from 95.63% for 1st Quarter 2012.
- The average list price of the sold properties is $232,792 and is up 5.1% from 1st Quarter 2012.
- The average number of days a property remained on the market for 2nd Quarter was 143 days, compared to 169 days for 1st Quarter 2012.
- The median sold price of $180,000 for 2nd Quarter has increased 5.9% from 1st Quarter 2012.
Click the link above to read the full report with chart and analysis.
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If you are the Designated REALTOR® (DR) by your firm, then please click the link above to learn how to submit your annual certification if you haven't already done so. All DRs should have received this info in email format back on June 26. Questions? Please contact Tameca at TJenrette@WRAR.com.
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Congratulations New CRB!
Please join WRAR in congratulating Neal Johnson with Network Real Estate for recently earning his Council of Real Estate Brokerage ( CRB) Managers designation.
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Basic Trust Account Procedures Course is
Coming to the Port City!
This course is designed to instruct bookkeepers, whether licensed or unlicensed, about the Commission's rules pertaining to trust account records, maintenance issues, deposits, creating the "clear audit trail", monthly reconciliations, etc. The Commission only offers this course outside of Raleigh once or twice a year. Four (4) hours of CE elective credit will be awarded for completion of the course.
Wednesday, July 25 - 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Instructor: Bart Allen, NCREC Senior Auditor/Investigator
Tuition: $45 Per Person
Session is limited to 40 participants, scheduled according to the date the registration information is received. Walk-ins will be accepted on a space available basis only. Persons reporting late for class will not be admitted and will forfeit the course fee.
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FACT: Agents Who Attend NAR's 2012 REALTORS® Conference & Expo Earn More
REALTORS® who attended last year's event made at least $40,000 MORE than those who didn't attend. That's because they learn how to improve their business from real-world practitioners at the conference's 100 education sessions, plus, they access the latest technology from the expo's 400 exhibitors. Register today for NAR's 2012 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 9-12 in Orlando, FL, to make more money appear for your business every year. |
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NCAR PARTNER
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NAR PARTNER
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REALTORS®, Become Hertz #1
Club Gold® Members - FREE!Going "Gold" is the fastest way to rent and return a car, and Hertz is waiving the $60 fee for all NAR members. Click Here to learn more!
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BEST PRACTICES
Good Practices for All:
In General
Abide by the Golden Rule:
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.
Read More
ROAD SAFETY
Don't antagonize potentially dangerous drivers by mimicking their gestures or aggressive driving. Just let it go. Read More
RAPATTONI MLS
Your MLS system is designed to be accessible from any PC with Internet access. Since satisfactory performance of the MLS software functions may not be achieved if the computer's hardware and software are less than adequate. Please review these guidelines.
REALTORS® PROPERTY RESOURCE (RPR)i
Want a schedule for live training? Click Here
TECHNOLOGY
Windows 8 will be launched October 26 - Learn More.
SUPRA
Keybox Has Been Stolen? If a KeyBox is stolen, then it must be reported immediately to the MLS. You will not be charged for the KeyBox as long as a copy of the police report is provided to MLS staff within one week of initial notice. If a police report is not provided, the fine shall be the same as for a lost KeyBox.
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SAVE THE DATES 2012
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2012 Annual Meeting & Election - Thursday, September 20
Halloween Masquerade Ball - Friday, October 26,
7-11PM
Hosted by the Wilmington REALTORS® Foundation
4th Quarterly Meeting & Holiday Luncheon
Wednesday, December 5
*To view other future membership meetings & event dates, please Click Here. Location is the WRAR Office at 1826 Sir Tyler Drive unless otherwise noted. All dates and events are subject to change.
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