| President's Message
Robert Sparn, CRS, GRI |
Greetings:
As your 2007 President, I have had the challenging opportunity to preside during a time of change.
As our REALTORS® face the unique climate of the marketplace, the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® is committed, more than ever, to providing high quality programs and services to our members.
In February of 2007, your leadership team convened to focus on the creation of a Three-Year Strategic Plan. Under the guidance of Gar Anderson, the National Association of REALTORS® Vice President for Association Executives and Leadership Development, we crafted a vision for the future.
Our mission statement was carefully developed and reads as follows:
Our mission is to serve our members by developing and promoting programs and services that enhance their ability to conduct their individual businesses successfully, ethically and professionally. We shall encourage cooperation among members, promote a positive REALTOR® image within the community and be a proactive advocate for real property rights and homeownership.
Under each of the twelve goals of the Strategic Plan, we have outlined strategies to meet those goals - always keeping the member in mind. Please take the time to review our Strategic Plan and if you would like to offer any suggestions about how the Board can best serve your needs, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We are planning to offer new educational and networking opportunities, increase our technology and governmental affairs profiles, and communicate with you on a monthly basis, through this newsletter.
On September 12, 2007, I will conduct the 101st Annual Meeting of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®. The lunch program will begin at noon and will include the announcement of the 2007 Lear Award Recipient and recognition for our REALTOR® of the Year, Sussy DeLeon. We will also be voting on the 2008 Slate of Officers and Directors to be installed at our first State-wide Installation scheduled for October 26, 2007 at Quidnesset Country Club in North Kingstown. Mark your calendars - I look forward to seeing you there!
Best Regards,
Bob Sparn
Operating Partner
Keller Williams Realty
Cranston, RI |
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Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® 101st Annual Meeting and Luncheon
September 12, 2007 |
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The 101st Annual Meeting & Luncheon of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® will be held at the Squantum Association on September 12, 2007. The program will begin promptly at 12:00 Noon. All of our members are encouraged to attend and space is still available!
At our Annual Meeting & Luncheon, we will vote on the 2008 Proposed Slate of Officers and Directors. We will also honor our 2007 REALTOR® of the Year and Lear Award Recipient. The proceeds from our 11th Annual Charity Golf Classic will be presented to this year's recipients: Hasbro Children's Hospital Child Life Program, RI Community Food Bank and RI Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
There will be a Cash Bar at 12:00 Noon, Lunch will be served at 12:30PM and the entree is your choice of Baked Scrod or Grilled Chicken. The cost is $15.00 inclusive and reservations can be made by calling the Board Office at (401) 274-8383 or may be made at: reservations@gpbor.com. Please respond no later than September 7, 2007.
WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS:
Bank of America
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Domestic Bank
GMAC Mortgage Corporation
The New York Mortgage Company
Pawtucket Credit Union |
| 11th Annual GPBOR Charity Golf Classic at Alpine Country Club |
On July 23, 2007, the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® hosted our 11th Annual Charity Golf Classic.
Thanks to the hard work of Golf Committee Co-Chairs, Don Coletti and Karl Martone, the tournament raised $21,000 for our selected charities. This year, the beneficiaries of the funds are:
Hasbro Children's Hospital - Child Life Program
RI Community Food Bank
RI Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
A special thanks to the members of the Golf Committee for all their work and support - and to our volunteers who helped make the day a special and successful event!
Without the support of our Platinum Sponsors and Tee Sign Sponsors, we could not have done it! We appreciate your support and look forward to working with you next year!
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Technology Tip
From Michael Pereira
Chair
GPBOR Technology Committee
We are all busy juggling our professional and personal responsibilities - I would like to share a tip with you that I hope will assist you in saving time while sharing your listing property information, for example, a Sellers' Disclosure or Lead Paint Disclosure, with other REALTORS®.
Did you know that you can upload files to attach important information to your MLS listings!
This feature, available on State-wide MLS, is easy to use and will make listing management and information sharing a snap!
If you have saved a completed file, such as a Sellers' Disclosure, on your hard drive in a document, text or PDF format, you can follow these steps to share your completed forms with other REALTOR® members:
1. Access Listing Maintenance from the Home Page of State-Wide MLS.
2. Input the listing number of the property you would like to share information about.
3. Select Attachments, on the dropdown menu, select ADD New Attachment.
4. Browse for your attachment and ADD the file to enhance your listing information.
This service provides MLS users easy access to pertinent information in a timely fashion!
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| Federal Political Coordinators Appointed from GPBOR |
Two members of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® were recently appointed to the post of Federal Political Coordinator by Sharon Steele ABR, CRS. Sharon, 1999 President of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS ®and 2002 President of the RI Association of REALTORS®, serves as Rhode Island's representative on NAR's REALTOR® Political Involvement Committee (RPIC).
Chris Wall, of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, was selected to serve as FPC for Senator Sheldon Whitehouse. Chris is currently Vice Chair of the RI Association of REALTORS® Governmental Affairs Committee and is a member of the Greater Providence Providence Board of REALTORS® Governmental Affairs Committee.
Paul Caranci, of Affiliated Real Estate, was chosen as FPC to Congressman Patrick Kennedy. Paul sits on both the RI Association of REALTORS® Governmental Affairs Committee and the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® Governmental Affairs Committee. He is a member of the North Providence Town Council.
Both Chris and Paul bring a wealth of practical political knowledge to our team of Federal Political Coordinators and we are proud to acknowledge their dedication and commitment to the REALTOR® Party!
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| GPBOR REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) Salutes Major Donors |
The Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® would like to commend the leaders in the Real Estate Industry who have made a commitment to preserve our business through political action.
2007 Major Contributors to RPAC include:
Golden 'R' - $5000 contribution:
Karl A. Martone, RE/MAX Properties
Chair, 2007 GPBOR RPAC Committee
2007 President's Circle Contributor
Silver 'R' - $1000 contribution:
Michele Caprio, CEO, Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®
Sussy DeLeon, Broker/Owner, RE/MAX New Horizons
Robert Scaralia, Broker/Owner, RE/MAX First Choice
Robert Sparn, Operating Partner, Keller Williams Realty
Sharon Steele, Broker/Owner, the Sharon Steele Group | |
If you would like to submit an article or have an idea for a story please contact us at info@gpbor.com For more information on valuable member services, please visit our website at www.gpbor.com or call the Board Office at (401) 274-8383. |
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| Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®
REALTOR® of the Year
Sussy DeLeon |
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Sussy DeLeon, CBR
Broker Owner
of RE/MAX New Horizons
in Providence, RI
has been selected as our REALTOR® of the Year for the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®
Ms. DeLeon currently serves as the Board's Treasurer and is the Co-Chair of the State-Wide Cultural Diversity Committee.
Sussy's involvement in and support of REALTOR® functions on behalf of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® has been a consistent theme in her professional activities.
She is a successful minority business woman who exemplifies the professional and civic minded spirit that embodies the achievements that REALTORS® across the state can be proud of!
Congratulations Sussy!
Join us at our Annual Meeting on September 12, 2007 to honor this accomplishment! |
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| Diversity Grant Awarded to RIAR and the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® |
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The Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®, in conjunction with the Rhode Island Association of REALTORS®, was one of 10 REALTOR® organizations nationwide to be awarded a Diversity Initiative Grant at the National Association of REALTORS® Mid-Year Conference.
The $5000.00 grant will assist the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® in developing an awareness campaign intended to educate the area's minority population to alternatives available for those affected by predatory lending. These objectives will be carried out by the Board's Cultural Diversity Committee. The committee is open to members from each local REALTOR® board throughout the state.
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| REALTOR® Safety Week
September 9-15, 2007 |
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Remember to be mindful of these helpful tips:
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Meet all new clients at your office, verify their identity, and whenever possible, avoid being at the office alone.
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When meeting a client, always let someone know where you are going and who you are meeting, including the client's name and phone number
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Always have your client walk in front of you when viewing a property. Rather than lead the way, direct them from behind.
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Keep a fully charged mobile phone at your side at all times; program emergency numbers into speed dial.
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Try to plan your ATM visits during the day, and choose an ATM in a busy location.
Source: NationalAssociation of REALTORS® |
| Register for the National Convention
Las Vegas, Nevada
November 13-16, 2007 |
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The National Association of REALTORS®
will be host its Annual Convention in
Las Vegas, Nevada
Take advantage of an
unsurpassed trade show!
Great Hotel Deals are still available!
There will be over 700 exhibitors on hand to educate and inform you. Take the opportunity to speak to the professionals in person! At the 2007 Convention you will find practical tips combined with the latest technology solutions for your business needs! Don't miss this!
In addition, NAR has put together a top notch celebrity lineup! Bill Cosby will entertain at the General Session on Wednesday evening and you can enjoy a James Taylor concert on Thursday evening. Fabulous shows and wonderful dining await you!
Register Here! |
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September's Featured REALTOR® Benefit Partner |
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Lowe's, a Benefit Partner affiliated with the National Association of REALTORS®, has developed a unique marketing tool for you to use!
Your customers and clients will receive valuable Lowe's discounts, coupons and rebate information! Best of all, your name and company logo will be customized on this mailing and the cost is -- nothing! This is a complimentary service Lowe's has offered REALTOR® members.
As a REALTOR® you are also able to purchase gift certificates, for any amount, and receive a 5% discount!
Please have your NRDS information available. Your National Realtor Database System (NRDS) number is located on your NAR Membership Card - or you can call the Board office for more information.
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