| President's Message,
Brought to you by Bruce D. Lane, SRES |
I am pleased to submit my first President's Message as your 2011 President. On September 22, 2010, I assumed the duties of President of the Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® at the 104th Annual Meeting and Installation Luncheon held at the Squantum Association, Riverside RI. I would like to welcome the new directors and take a moment to thank you for the opportunity to share this upcoming year with you, our valued members.
I would also like to recognize the leadership and vision of my predecessor, Elizabeth 'Libby' Isaacson, who did a remarkable job this past year as your 2010 President. Libby will continue in her leadership role as the
2011 Vice-President at the RI Association of REALTORS® and I look forward to working closely with her and the state and local leadership teams.
This year, I am committed to creating new leadership opportunities, expanding our association business platform and incorporating evolving technology into our membership services. I will also include an article dedicated to professional practice updates to our regular newsletters.
And of course, we will continue our Professional Development Series - which brings our members complimentary professional development topics in a casual and informative setting at the Board office.
To accomplish these goals, I need support and input from you - I encourage you to fill out a Committee Involvement Form and let me know of your interests. I am looking for people with time and a commitment to our strategic vision - ensuring the professional success of our members! I look forward to working with you this coming year!
Regards,
Bruce Lane, SRES
2011 President GPBOR |
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Government Affairs Update | |
Election Season is Here!
The 2010 RI General Election will be held on November 2, 2010. Your vote will help select the decision-makers that will shape the future of Rhode Island!
And, thank you - because, your 2010 RPAC dollars have helped us support candidates on the local, state and national level who have committed their allegiance to the REALTOR® Party. Across the state, we have supported candidates who have shown support in the following areas:
Pension reform, equitable and fair property tax burdens for all, job creation and fiscal responsibility.
Please, don't forget to vote on November 2, 2010!
To Find Your Polling Place, click here!
To see your RPAC Dollars hard at work, click here! |
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Save the Date - Holiday Festivities | 
The Board will hold its Holiday Party on December 2, 2010 at the 1149 East
965 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA
6PM-9PM
Cash Bar ~ Carving Stations ~ Networking
More details to follow
Sponsor opportunities available
Please call the Board office at
(401) 274-8383 for more information. |
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Congratulations to Robert Scaralia,
RE/MAX 1st Choice, Cranston RI
2010 RIAR REALTOR® of the Year | |
On October 21, 2010, the Annual Meeting of the RI Association of REALTORS® was held at the Atlantic Beach Club, Middletown, RI.
Robert Scaralia, Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® 2001 President, and 2002 and 2010 local REALTOR® of the Year
was named:
2010 REALTOR® of the Year for the
RI Association of REALTORS®.
Congratulations to Rob for this career accomplishment! |
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RAA/GAA Designations for Appraisers |  | |
The National Association of REALTORS® provides Appraisers with the RAA and GAA Designations to distinguish your professionalism and dedication to your specialty.
Earn an Official NAR Appraisal Designation!
Apply and learn more about the Residential Accredited Appraiser (RAA) and the General Accredited Appraiser (GAA) Designations |
| Professional Practice Update | |
Disclose, Disclose, Disclose
Remember, when you are mass-marketing to your farm area, by regular mail, email or hand-delivered materials, you MUST include language on your marketing pieces that acknowledges the fact that prospects may be working with another REALTOR®. Failure to do so, may result in an ethical grievance with the Board of REALTORS® and represents a violation of Article 16 of the REALTOR® Code of Ethics.
TIP
On all of your mass-marketing material
include the following phrase:
If you are currently working with another real estate professional, this postcard (letter) is not intended as a solicitation.
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| Technology Corner | |
REALTOR® Content Resource, powered by House Logic, provides REALTORS® with a tool to share free consumer tips with clients on Facebook and Twitter!
How do I use the REALTOR® Content Resource in my business?
Easily! Once you log in to the REALTOR® Content Resource-just type in your NRDS member ID-you'll be prompted through a quick, 3-step process:
- Select the articles to share (Browse by theme or keyword).
- Choose how you want to share the articles (Facebook, Twitter, email, blog, website, e-newsletter, or printed handout).
- Share articles with your clients and customers.
Where do the articles come from?
- HouseLogic.com, NAR's new, award-winning homeownership website for consumers
- Premier journalists, covering home improvement, maintenance finances, taxes, insurance
Read more: http://members.houselogic.com/start/?nicmp=rcrim&nichn=editorial&niseg=roic#ixzz131WTWGjx |
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| Rhode Island REALTOR® Ron Phipps to be installed as the 2011 President of the National Association of REALTORS® |  | |
On November 4, 2010, Ron Phipps of Phipps Realty in Warwick, RI will be inaugurated as the 2011 President of the National Association of REALTORS®.
Ron is currently the managing broker of Phipps Realty, a family-owned business in Warwick, Rhode Island. Ron has extensive experience in association leadership at local, state and national levels.
Outside of his work in association leadership and the family business, Ron is an accomplished endurance athlete. He has completed the Florida Ironman, the Boston Marathon and 14 Save the Bay Swims.
Rhode Island is honored to support Ron in his 2011 Presidency of the National Association of REALTORS®.
Congratulations Ron! |
Insurance for Professionals
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. |
| September Housing Statistics are Available |  | |
The RI Associaiton of REALTORS® and State-Wide Multiple Listing Service have compiled the September Housing Data.
Click here for full details. |
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Code of Ethics Training |
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
November 18, 2010
1 - 4 pm
Registration: $30 for members or $40 for non-members (includes course, materials and 3 RI DBR Approved Core CEUs toward your 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.
Convenient metered
on-street parking
is available. |
| Save the Date |
Celebrating a Tradition of Excellence since 1907!
Important Dates!
November 1, 2010
2011 Membership
Renewal REALTOR®
discount expires for payments on our website ONLY. So pay your dues now and receive a 5% Local
Dues Discount!
Click here to do so.
Need another copy of the directions that were mailed to you?
Click here.
Please be sure to have your NRDS Member ID number handy. Need to look it up? Click here.
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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 or
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!
OUR MISSION IS TO ENSURE THE PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS OUR MEMBERS. |
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