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TOP NEWS - MONDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2012
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The NC Department of Insurance to possibly raise insurance rates with the largest increases hitting the coastal areas. The NC DOI has announced a public comment session on 10/17/12 at 9:30 AM. Comments can be emailed to 2012homeowners@ncdoi.gov and/or send them a tweet at @NCInsuranceDept. Click the link above to read more on our blog about this issue.
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GET ACTIVE! Legislative Committee Opening
WRAR is looking for two (2) residential REALTORSŪ to serve on the Legislative Committee for a two (2) year term beginning January 2013. The committee meets once a month for about an hour to discuss pertinent issues affecting the industry. If you are interested in serving, please contact Kathleen Riely at kriely@wrar.com. |
ATTENTION ALL SINGERS: Patrice Willetts will be installed as the NCAR President in January. She would like a REALTORŪ choir to perform a salute to the armed-services men and women during the inaugural. If you are interested, please send an email to: Jerry@WRAR.com and tell him if you are a soprano, alto, tenor or bass.
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Click on the link above to learn how you can nominate a fellow REALTORŪ or member for one of these prestigious annual awards: REALTORŪ of the Year, Salesman of the Year, Sally Noffsinger Scholarship, Allied Member of the Year, Cathy Clark Memorial, Hall of Fame, and the Paul Sullins Community Service Award!
All nomination forms must be submitted by Nov. 2, 2012 at 12PM. Winners will be announced at the 2012 4th Quarter Meeting & the 2013 WRAR Installation Banquet. Questions? Contact LPetelinkar@WRAR.com.
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 MLS Listing Syndication Seminar
On Wednesday, October 17, beginning at 10:30AM at The Terraces on Sir Tyler - Brian Larson, our MLS attorney, will be with us to discuss listing syndication. Much has happened in this area including national firms who are no longer syndicating listings. Brian's perspective is unique as he crafted the first broker-reciprocity policy (now known as IDX) in the nation. He is actively involved in MLS Policy issues and serves as the general counsel to many MLSs. The morning session will begin at 10:30AM, but seating is limited to 200. Click on the link below to register today!
REGISTER NOW
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 MORNING BUZZ:
What's New in the Appraisal World
Join us for light breakfast and to learn about -
current lenders' requirements, who can and cannot talk to appraisers as well as the outlook on the local market conditions. Wednesday, October 24 - 9:00AM
WRAR Classroom - 1826 Sir Tyler Drive
Complimentary for All WRAR Members, Space is limited
*Deadline is Monday, October 22nd at 5PM.
Hosted by the WRAR Professional Development Committee
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 HALLOWEEN MASQUERADE BALL 2012 Grab your fanciest mask and costume and join the Wilmington REALTORSŪ Foundation for some great Halloween fun while:
- Raising funds to support local non-profits as well as the REALTORSŪ Helping REALTORSŪ Fund
- Having the chance to WIN incredible prizes during the raffle - 32" HDTV, Gift Baskets and more!
- Competing to win the titles of Best Costume and Best Mask - $50 cash prize goes to each winner
- Enjoying complimentary heavy hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine (included with ticket)
Friday, October 26 - 7:00PM to 11:00PM
Cost: $15 Per Person, Raffle Tickets: $1 each or 6 for $5
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE WRAR OFFICE
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BEST PRACTICESGood Practices for All: During Negotiations
Personal property (fixtures) and a home warranty noted in the MLS or in advertisements will not convey unless included in the offer. Read More GENERAL SAFETY Find out as much as you can about prospects, such as where they work, what they do, and how much they earn. Ask lots of questions and be a good listener. Read More RAPATTONI MLS Tablet Interface Beta to be Released October 16
The new "touch-based" Tablet software (phase one) was initially released for beta testing in early May and the feedback we have received has been outstanding. We are continuously improving the product, and we are excited to release this powerful new interface for all of our users. REALTORSŪ PROPERTY RESOURCE (RPR) TECHNOLOGY PowerPoint Me Through This - Several Ways to Start a Slideshow! SUPRA Never put key rings inside the KeyBox Container. This will cause the Key container to jam and you will be unable to retrieve the key.
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SAVE THE DATES 2012
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4th Quarterly Meeting & Holiday Luncheon
Wednesday, December 5
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