| President's Message,
Sussy DeLeon |
Greetings!
It is with great pride that the Board has selected Joseph McCarthy to represent us as the 2009 REALTOR® of the Year. Joe has dedicated time and demonstrated outstanding commitment on behalf of the REALTOR® organization and charitable pursuits and is most deserved of this honorable recognition!
I would like to thank the sponsors, participants and, most importantly, the volunteers who made the 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament a huge success! This event is an important part of our charitable outreach and each year many of our Affiliates, sponsors and members put many hours and valuable resources into ensuring that we meet our goals. Special thanks to Co-Chairs Don Coletti, Karl Martone and Michael Pereira for a great job!
Thanks to everyone who attended the RPAC After Hours event at La Tiendita/Pinata Center! We had a wonderful presentation on Guatemalan art and enjoyed a night of networking!
On September 23, 2009, we will be hosting the 103rd Annual Meeting of Officers and Directors of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®. This year we will also be installing our Officers and Directors at this important meeting and our entire membership is encouraged to join us at the Squantum Association to participate in this important event. We will also be honoring our REALTOR® of the Year and the LEAR Award Recipient will be announced! I am looking forward to this meeting and I hope you are able to join us!
Respectfully submitted,
Sussy DeLeon
2009 President |
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Annual Meeting and Installation of Officers and Directors |
You are Cordially Invited to Attend...
The Annual Meeting and Installation of Officers and Directors
When: September 23, 2009
Time: Noon - 2PM
Where: Squantum Association
247 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Riverside, RI
$20 Per Person, Inclusive
Annual Meeting
Adoption of Proposed ByLaw Changes
Presentation of REALTOR® of the Year
Lear Award Announcement
Induction of New Members
Presentation of Proceeds from the
13th Annual Charity Golf Classic
Installation of Officers and Directors |
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GPBOR Offers Code of Ethics Training |
Jump start your 2010 continuing education requirements with this 3-hour CORE Course!
Join instructor, Dean deTonnancourt as he takes you through the REALTOR® Code of Ethics and offers helpful insight on real estate practices that will keep you on the right track!
The course will be offered at the Board Office on following dates and times:
September 17, 2009 ~ 3-6 p.m.
October 26, 2009 ~ 3-6 p.m.
November 19, 2009 ~ 9 a.m.-Noon
Registraton: $30 (includes course, materials and 3 RI DBR Approved CEUs toward you 2010 real estate license renewal).
Here's what people are saying about the class:
"Great Class!"
"Informative Instructor"
"Really kept my interest"
"Good Job!"
To Register: call the Board office at
(401) 274-8383 or click here. |
| Fair Housing:
What REALTORS® Need to Know
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It is a fact that discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin violates the Fair Housing Act. Serious fines and penalties will be imposed if you are found to be in violation.
The Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®
has developed several tips to help you stay in compliance with Fair Housing Regulations:
1. Educate yourself and your clients about the Fair Housing Act and what it means in the real estate transaction. Refuse to participate in any activity that falls outside the scope of acceptable practices.
2. Never steer prospective buyers toward any specific neighborhood. Let them make their own decisions about where they want to live. Offer clients a variety of choices.
3. Develop a practice of treating every consumer in substantially the same way. Standardize information you request and questions you ask consumers.
4. When developing a marketing plan, ensure you do not indicate a preference or limitation, in any of your materials, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.
5. Be proactive. Demonstrate your commitment to fair housing by using the Fair Housing Logo in your advertising and by creating a disclosure that states you do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, handicap, or familial status. Keep in mind that a statement is not protection against liability for noncompliance, however, it can be used as evidence of your commitment to fair housing.
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Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® 13th Annual Charity Golf Classic |
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On July 20, 2009, the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® hosted the 13th Annual Charity Golf Classic. REALTORS®, Affiliates,
invited Guests and volunteers raised over $18,000 to support the Hasbro Children's Hospital Child Life Program, The RI Community Food Bank and the RI Chapter of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. This year's proceeds will be presented at our Annual Meeting and Installation Luncheon on September 23rd.
Special Thanks to our Sponsors for making this a special Day!
Accardo Law Offices
AMC Appraisal Company
Homestar Mortgage
Hugh E. Barry, Attorney at Law
Law Offices of James J. Caruolo
Lepizzera & Laprocina
MultiState Title Company
R.E.I., Inc.
Shamrock Financial
Golf Cart Sponsor
Clean Air, RI
Beverage Sponsor
Bahia Principe Residences & Golf Resort
Click here to see our photos
and tee-sign sponsors!
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| Government Affairs Update |
Thank you to all our members for their valuable feedback regarding the HVCC (Home Valuation Code of Conduct). Your comments were forwarded to NAR, which received input from over 30,000 members. NAR is supporting legislation in Congress that would give the industry time to examine HVCC in detail and is working to engage state attorneys general on the issue.
To see NAR President Charles McMillan's statement, click here. |
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e-PRO® Technology Certification is offered to members at a special rate! |
The National Association of REALTORS® has updated its e-PRO® Technology Certification Course - where REALTORS® learn about the Internet business principles they need to assist home buyers and sellers and thrive in today's ever-changing online real estate market. Provided in cooperation with InternetCrusade®, the all new e-PRO® will cover the basics of online marketing to in-depth information on social networking/Web 2.0.
As part of the Right Tools Right Now Initiative, NAR is introducing the all new e-PRO® at a special price of $299 for members through 10/16/09. This is a $60 savings on the regular member price of $359 and includes complimentary access to the new Web 2.0 and Social Media Course for REALTORS®. Click here to register. |
| GPBOR Partners with Webster Bank to Bring you Added Member Benefits |
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Your Membership Rewards You with Benefits!
Webster Bank, an Affiliate Member of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®, is providing local affinity benefits to you as a Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® member.
Your membership with Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® delivers you an added bonus at Webster Bank. To find out more about the benefits our partnership offers contact Angie Chirico and mention you are a member of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®.
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Joseph McCarthy named
2009 REALTOR®
of the YEAR!
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The Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® is pleased to announce that Joseph McCarthy, of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Warwick, RI has been named Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® REALTOR® of the Year!
Mr. McCarthy currently serves as the Corporate Secretary for the Board. As REALTOR® of the Year he has been recognized for his commitment to REALTOR® Spirit, his outreach in education and his many philanthropic pursuits.
As Chair of the State-wide Cultural Diversity Committee, Mr. McCarthy has been an outstanding leader, providing guidance to his REALTOR® colleagues about the allocation of the Neighborhood Stabilization Funds and creative use of financing in challenging times.
The REALTOR® of the Year is an honor that recognizes the achievements of REALTORS® for their commitment to the REALTOR®
Association, the real estate community and the public.
Congratulations, Joe, on this outstanding honor! |
The Herbert H. Landy Insurance Agency is a national leader in providing Errors & Omissions insurance to Real Estate Agents & Brokers and Appraisers. With over 50 years of experience, we know the business of insuring Real Estate professionals. The Landy Agency is affiliated with professional associations throughout the United States, and we are particularly proud to serve the members of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®.
We are pleased to introduce into Rhode Island the Realty Express E&O plan. Designed for smaller firms, it features a simple application process and very competitive rates. Apply online at www.landy.com and receive your policy the same day! Larger firms will also benefit from new lower premiums as well as enhancements to our already great coverage. Visit www.landy.com for information and applications, or contact John Torvi at 781-292-5417 or johnt@landy.com, for personal service. We also have E&O plans for Home Inspectors, Mortgage Brokers, Property Managers and Title Agents.
Visit our website at www.landy.com to learn more about us.
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Women's Council of REALTORS® Event!
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The Women's Council of REALTORS® Presents
Foreclosures & Auctions
Instructed by Dylan Ferreira, Eastern School of Real Estate,
with Special Guest
Speaker and Auctioneer George Collias
August 17th Program 1pm to 4pm
Newport Public Library Programs Room
300 Spring Street, Newport
FREE FOR MEMBERS!!!
$15 non-members
Sponsored by Alexandra Hart
All States 1031 Exchange Facilitator, LLC
To register, please contact
Shannon Buss
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| REALTORS Conference and Expo
November 13-16 |
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| This year's conference will be held November 13 - 16 in San Diego, CA. Explore new ideas and products which can help you increase your productivity, network with real estate professionals from around the US and take advantage of valuable training sessions with information you will be able to apply in your daily business. For more information, click here. |
| Membership Information |
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2010 Dues
The Board would like to remind you of changes previously noticed and approved this past spring. All members will be receiving their 2010 membership dues statements in the mail earlier this year and payment will be due no later than November 1, 2009. Additional fees will apply to any payments not received by that date.
These changes take into account the valuable feedback from our members regarding the timing of the annual dues invoices.
The dues statement you receive will be for your three-part membership in the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®
RI Association of REALTORS® and National Association of REALTORS®. |
| Save the Date |
Celebrating a Tradition of Excellence since 1907!
New Member
Orientation
Thursday,
August 20, 2009
4 - 5 pm
at the
Board office
103rd Annual Meeting and Installation of Officers and Directors
Wednesday
September 23, 2009
12 O'Clock Noon
Squantum Association
Riverside, RI
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We are here to provide you with the highest quality professional services at the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®. Contact us at:
(401) 274-8383
Michele Caprio, CEO
Suzanne Silva, CFO
Beth McSherry, Executive Administrator
Keep us up-to-date with your email address... so we can keep you up-to-date! | |
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