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Your Internal News Broadcast
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Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act Passes Senate
As the leading advocate for home and property owners, NAR applauds H.R. 3370 for the relief and protection it will bring to businesses and families nationwide, who are experiencing financial hardship because of the extreme and sudden premium increases. Steve Brown, NAR President, speaks on behalf of the National Association of REALTORS in saying they believe this legislation will bring relief to property owners by ensuring a slow and steady phase in of risk-based increases. NAR urges President Obama to quickly sign the legislation into law.
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Meet the Candidates
Rock Valley College President
Four dates have been scheduled to conduct Candidate Forums to allow the community to meet the four finalists for the role of Rock Valley College President. The forums will feature one candidate at at a time and will be held in the Student Atrium on RVC's main campus at 3301 N. Mulford Rd. Read the attached flyer for more information.
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Association Wins Award
The Rockford area REALTORS was awarded the "2013 All Star Award" for the communications sent out through Constant Contact, the Association's communication vendor. This is awarded to less than  5% of their 500,000 customers based on a list of criteria that must be met and tracked in their reporting system. Thank you members for engaging in your Association's communications!
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April 1, 2014
Hundreds of REALTORS® make the journey to Springfield for this annual lobby day which includes a legislative issues briefing, lunch, meetings with legislators, and a reception for REALTORS® and legislators. The Rockford Area REALTORS supports its members being engaged in the legislation process that affects their industry. Participate in this exciting day by completing the attached registration form today. (RAR reimburses members the registration fee following the event)
Watch the video below to better understand what to expect.
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IAR Housing Conference
Monday, March 31st. IAR is gearing up for a robust 3rd annual Housing Conference on Monday, March 31st. in Springfield as a prelude to the Capitol Conference on Tuesday, April 1st. There are millions of people out there who lost their homes and possibly good credit standing during the Great Recession. Now, as the nation's economic  picture improves, they (also known as Boomerang Buyers) are looking to get back into homeownership. While they may be ready to buy, is the market ready for them? IAR is going to help you understand and assist these buyers back into safe and sustainable homeownership. A great day of activities is being planned to include but not limited to expert panelists, a keynote speaker and a CE class offering. Click here to read more.
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Education Scholarship Deadline
The deadline to submit the Rockford Area REALTORS education scholarship application is Monday, March 31st. Up to ten $100 scholarships are awarded for members to use towards NAR designation courses. Click here for an application.
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Wednesday, April 9th
5:00-9:30pm The Rockford Area REALTORS RPAC Committee has another great event planned for you. Why should you come? There will be lots of fun games to play in the Midway that will allow you to win tickets for the Bucket Auction, fabulous silent auction items to bid on await you, and enjoy carny food that will make you reminisce on your childhood days at the Carnival! You can buy your ticket from any one of the RPAC Committee members, register online at http://raarmls.com, or stop by the Association to get a ticket. See you there! Top of Page
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Navigating in Today's Google Universe
Tuesday, April 22nd
The Rockford Area REALTORS has invited G. William James back to Rockford to host an in-depth 6-hour session on the Google Universe, which has expanded beyond the galaxy. On Tuesday, April 22nd, members will be treated to his expert knowledge on everything from beginning to end in regards to Google and its vast tools. To register go to the Calendar of Events at raarmls.com
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Northern Illinois Theft Task Force
There will be a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, March 20th at 10:00am at the Rockford Northern Illinois University Campus. This event is being undertaken to facilitate an exchange of information regarding motor vehicle theft in the Boone and Winnebago County area. See Invite for more information. Top of Page
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Use of Amendment to Contract
The Rockford Area REALTORS would like to remind REALTORS of the proper use of the new Amendment to Contract for Purchase and Sale. As indicated on the form, it is not to be used as a counter offer document. This form should only be used after the execution of the contract is complete and in place. Often times situations arise that requires changes to be made to the original agreement for various reasons such as price reduction, dates, whatever the case may be and this document allows for that.
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New Residential Appraisal Process Brochure
Does the appraisal process sometimes cause you and your customer confusion? NAR has developed a new brochure call: Residential Appraisal Process: FAQs for Agents that offers answers and clarifications of the appraisal process. Now available for download.
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COMMITTEE MEETINGS
March 20th
Board of Directors-2:00pm
March 25th
Education-1:30pm
April 8
Governmental Affairs
2:00pm
April 15
Communication Comm
1:00pm
April 23
Member Services
1:30pm
EVENTS
March 17, 18th & 19th
Lock Box Conversion
CliffbreakersMarch 31st
IAR Housing Conference
Springfield
April 1st
Capitol Conference
Springfield
April 9
Midway Madness
An RPAC Carnival
Tebala- 5:00-9:30pm
April 11
CE- COR1614A
9:00am-12pm
RB718
1:00-4:00pm
Lynn Madison
April 18th
Association Closed at Noon
Good Friday
April 22nd
Exploring Today's Google Universe
9:00 am- 4:00pm
April 24th
Hot Topic Series
"Getting to Know Prairie Legal"
May 1st
RAR Business Luncheon
Franchescos
12:00-1:00pm
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Rockford Area REALTORS
6776 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61106
(815)395-6776
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