| President's Message,
Libby Isaacson, ABRM, ESRES, GRI |
Dear Fellow REALTORS® and Affiliates,
Whether you are new to the real estate business or you have been a real estate professional for many years, NAR's Pathways to Professionalism is a must-have tool you can use to guide you through your business activities. The National Association of REALTORS® developed this voluntary guideline to provide a sound base of recommended business practices targeted toward the public, clients and other REALTORS®. Please consider reviewing this information and integrate these practices into your professional plan! After all, real estate is a reputation business and we all want the professional benefits we can derive from being our very best! Earlier this month, the New England REALTORS® Conference took place in Connecticut. Members and leadership of local boards and state associations gathered together to share best practices, valuable experiences and identify key issues facing REALTORS® and the real estate industry today.
We heard encouraging and realistic remarks from NAR's Chief Economist, Lawrence Yun, PhD. Dr. Yun is one of the leading US housing economists. A respected expert in his discipline, Dr. Yun creates housing forecasts that are available to all REALTOR® members. His team compiles data, creates research documents and provides assistance for your use through realtor.org. We are fortunate to have his expertise as a resource to our members!
We also gained valuable insight from the legal presentation given by NAR's Chief Legal Counsel, Laurie Janik. Ms. Janik gave attendees interesting insight into legal pitfalls and pending cases that have affected REALTORS® and REALTOR® associations from across the country.
The last piece of information I want to share with you is the value of RPAC and the significance of your contribution. Together, we have a powerful voice in Washington, D.C.! If you have contributed to RPAC through your dues payment, thank you! If you have not yet joined us, there will be many ways for you to participate throughout the year!
The New England REALTORS® Conference program details may be viewed here. It was my pleasure to represent the Board and our Members as your 2010 President.
Sincerely,
Libby
Libby Isaacson
2010 President GPBOR |
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2009 Circle of Sales Excellence Awards |
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The Awards Applications are in...
They have been reviewed...
Now all we have left to do is CELEBRATE!
Join our members, affiliates and guests as we celebrate the success of 2009!
SAVE THE DATE!
WHERE: Providence Marriott on Orms Street
WHEN: March 18, 2010
TIME: 6:00 - 10:00 P.M.
Watch for your invitation in the mail soon! |
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6 for 6 in 1!
Take your six core credits with us on
March 2, 2010!
Situational Agency
and
The Distressed Property: An Overview of the Foreclosure, REO and Short Sale Process |
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Situational Agency: Instructor Jo Anne Samborsky will take students through the mandatory real estate relationship disclosure. This course will clarify your responsibilities to clients and customers and keep you on the right track!
Call RIAR at (401) 785-9898 x1 to register.
Reference Class #379 with Jo Anne Samborsky
$40.00/3 Core CEUs
The Distressed Property: An overview of the Foreclosure, Short Sale and REO Process: Join Attorney James Caruolo as he shares his professional expertise and guides you through the challenges clients and customers are facing in this challenging market!
Call the Board office at (401) 274-8383 to register.
$40/3 Core CEUs - SAVINGS OPTION: $30 if taken in conjunction with Situational Agency on 3/2.
SEATS STILL AVAILABLE!
These courses will be offered at
Providence Piers, 4th Floor
200 Allens Avenue
Providence, RI 02903
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REALTOR® Code of Ethics |
Know the Code
Duties to Clients and Customers
REALTORS® shall not acquire an interest in or buy or present offers from themselves, any member of their immediate families, their firms or any member thereof, or any entities in which they have any ownership interest, any real property without making their true position known to the owner or the owner's agent or broker. In selling property they own, or in which they have any interest, REALTORS® shall reveal their ownership or interest in writing to the purchaser or the purchaser's representative. (Amended 1/00)
Article 5
REALTORS® shall not undertake to provide professional services concerning a property or its value where they have a present or contemplated interest unless such interest is specifically disclosed to all affected parties.
Article 6
REALTORS® shall not accept any commission, rebate, or profit on expenditures made for their client, without the client's knowledge and consent.
When recommending real estate products or services (e.g., homeowner's insurance, warranty programs, mortgage financing, title insurance, etc.), REALTORS® shall disclose to the client or customer to whom the recommendation is made any financial benefits or fees, other than real estate referral fees, the REALTOR® or REALTOR®'s firm may receive as a direct result of such recommendation. (Amended 1/99)
Copyright National Association of REALTORS®. Reproduced with permission. |
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Save the Date - April 6, 2010 |
"If Real Estate is your Career -
Politics is YOUR Business"!
Join us at the State Capitol
and express your voice!
On April 6, 2010, RI REALTORS® will converge on our capitol for REALTOR® Day on the Hill. A speaking presentation will be followed by one-on-one meetings with our state legislators. We will complete the day with a cocktail reception at Temple Restaurant and Lounge.
The Washington Report is a regular service of the National Association of REALTORS®. This information is compiled to keep you up to date on legislative and regulatory initiatives that impact the real estate industry. Subscribe to the newletter or RSS feed to stay informed! | |
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The Young Professionals Network is pleased to announce that the RI Chapter of YPN will be meeting for Happy Hour at
The Cuban Revolution
50 Aborn Street in Providence on
February 17, 2010
at 6 P.M.
Cash Bar Event
This informal gathering of young real estate professionals is a great opportunity to get involved! YPN is a member-driven organization that helps young real estate professionals excel in their careers by giving them the tools and encouragement to become involved in the REALTOR® association and the real estate industry. YPN provides networking opportunities with peers and sets a standard for a high level of professionalism.
Don't miss out - RIAR has created a YPN calendar that will be updated with additional networking opportunities!
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The Herbert H. Landy Insurance Agency is a national leader in providing Errors & Omissions insurance to Real Estate Agents & Brokers and Appraisers. With over 60 years of experience, we offer cost-effective insurance plans for Residential and Commercial Real Estate businesses, as well as E&O plans for Residential and Commercial Appraisers, Home Inspectors, Property Managers, Mortgage Brokers, Title Agents, Attorneys and more. The Landy Agency is affiliated with professional associations throughout the United States, and we are proud to serve the members of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS®.
Coverage is available for firms of all sizes, and visit us at www.landy.com for information and on-line applications, or contact John Torvi at 781-292-5417 or johnt@landy.com for personalized assistance. |
| Right Tools, Right Now Extended! |
NAR has announced that the Right Tools, Right Now initiative has been extended to 2010. NAR members can continue to take advantage of hundreds of NAR products and resources that can help their business now for FREE or AT-COST.
Click here to see some of the products and services offered. |
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GPBOR Offers Code of Ethics Training |
Re-Certification is fast approaching!
Join 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
Thursday, 2/11/2010
3:00 - 6:00 PM
Monday, 3/15/10
3:00 - 6:00 PM
Thursday, 3/25/10
3:00 - 6:00 PM
Wednesday, 4/7/10
9:00 AM - Noon
Wednesday, 4/14/10
9:00 AM - Noon
Thursday, 4/22/10
3:00 - 6:00 PM
Registraton: $30 for members or $40 for non-members (includes course, materials and 3 RI DBR Approved CEUs toward your 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
and be prepared to register
with your REALTOR.org
User Name and Password. |
| Safety First! |
Free Member Resource |
NAR recognizes REALTORS® face more on-the-job risks than many other business professionals and is pleased to offer these Webinars to you for free, thanks to the Right Tools, Right Now initiative that has been extended through 2010. It is our hope we can help increase your knowledge, safety awareness and to empower you to make smart decisions through these Webinars and other safety-related materials that are available online at www.REALTOR.org/Safety.
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| Save the Date |
| Celebrating a Tradition of Excellence since 1907!
February 23, 2010
3:30 - 4:30 PM
New Member Orientation
Board office
March 2, 2010
6 for 6 in 1
9 AM - 4 PM
March 18, 2010
Circle of Sales Excellence
Awards Night
Providence Marriott on Orms |
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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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