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 Your Internal News Broadcast
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Annual Installation and Program  Thursday, September 22nd
Giovanni's Restaurant
We are hearing and seeing more and more Internet based ratings in all industries. Has challenging times made it difficult for you to put on that "Disney Smile?" National Speaker, Dennis Snow, will tell it to you straight when it comes to customer service based on his 20 years of experience with the Disney Organization. He states, it is all in how you sprinkle the pixie dust. A World Class event awaits you.
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Two New RPR Websites Launched
Realtors Property Resource (RPR) has two new websites to promote and educate members about RPR. The RPR blog, blog.narrpr.com , offers training tools and other resources and allows for navigation based on the area of the real estate industry you represent. A second site myrpr.com features video testimonials about RPR.
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Home Study and Online Transition Course Options Available
There is now available a homestudy program for those who have not transitioned from an Agent to a Broker yet. Upon completion of the course and passing of the exam, the agent is exempt from having to complete the 18 hours of continuing education that is needed to renew their license by April 30th, 2012. The student has 4 chances to pass the exam which is proctured at the local Association. There are also online course options for both agents transitioning to brokers and for brokers transitioning to managing brokers. Top of Page
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THE ANDROIDS ARE AMONGST US
William James, national tech guru, is coming back to Rockford by popular demand. On Monday, August 15, he will be doing two sessions that will knock your socks off.
The one in the morning, The Google Universe , will teach you everything you need to know about google and making it work with your phone including apps, syncing, U-Tube and more. The afternoon session, Mastering the Android , will turn any android novice into a pro.
Both classes offer a very attractive entrance fee. Sign up today!
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Third Party Transactions
IAR is directing those who have questions in regards to questionable practices in real estate transactions, particularly short sale deals where there are intermediaries involved, to call the Chief of Real Estate Prosecutions, Daniel Faermark, at the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Phone 312-793-1238; e-mail daniel.faermark@illinois.gov. The FBI or the Illinois Attorney General's office were also suggested options. Top of Page
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100% Ask Campaign Results
Members of the Rockford Area Realtors who participated in the recent 100% Ask Campaign raised an additional $2,200 in RPAC Contributions and increased the participation rate by over 10%. The winner of the IPAD raffle that was run in conjunction with the program was Ricky Davis. Thank you to all who participated.
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Scams to Be Aware of
The City of Rockford warns its customers that there have been scammers calling its customers posing as a Water Division or Rock River Water Reclamation District employee telling the customer that their bill is delinquent. They ask for credit card payment over the phone. The City states that they sometimes call to check on service but they will never call to ask for payments. If you get one of these water bill scam calls, you should report it to the city's water division, (815)961-3770.
The Association continues to receive calls from its members regarding a Craig's List scam that has been around now for several years. Home listing Information is pulled from various locations and ads are generated on Craig's List directing viewers to call if interested in renting the property. Often times the homeowner receives a call from a potential renter wanting additional information. It is advisable to be pro-active with your clients and advise them in advance, when listing their property, of this potential scam.
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Bank of America Changes Policies
Bank of America Home Loans recently changed underwriting standards for the FHA loans it provides through its mortgage loan officers for FHA purchase mortgages. Bank of America will increase its flexibility on FICO score requirements and allow borrowers with minimum FICO scores of 580 to apply for loans, assuming they meet certain debt-to-income requirements. Agents with questions about Bank of America's underwriting criteria for FHA loans should contact a Bank of America Mortgage Loan Officer. (NAR Washington Report)
Bank of America has also changed its short sale process allowing agents to submit a backup offer on a transaction if the original buyer has walked away from the sale. Guidelines for Submitting a Backup Offer
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Additional Foreclosure Relief for Unemployed
Beginning Aug. 1, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) will extend the forbearance period for unemployed homeowners for 12 months, giving them more time to stay in their homes while seeking employment. Read More
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ListHub Presentation
Representatives from ListHub will be coming to Rockford on Tuesday, August 16th from 11:00am to 12:00pm to assist members with the usage and ListHub and to explain its benefits. To register, click here.
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Free Membership Opportunity
All Rockford Area Realtors members are eligible for a complimentary IGNITE Young Professionals membership! By joining IGNITE, you are supporting not only programming and events for young professionals but a movement towards a more progressive and young professional friendly city. To learn more go to www.igniterockford.com or call Caitlin Ludwig, Executive Director, IGNITE Young Professionals.
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August 15
Google Universe
9:00am-12:00pm
Master the Android
1:00pm-4:00pm
August 16
ListHub Presentation
11:00am-12:00pm
August 18
CE-COR1665A
9:00am-12:00pm
CE-ETH1512
1:15-4:30pm
September 22
Annual Installation & Program
COMMITTEES
August 9
Government 1:00pm
August 17
Education 1:00pm
August 18
Board of Directors 3:00pm
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Rockford Area Realtors
6776 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61106
(815)395-6776
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