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Your Internal News Broadcast
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Growing at Alarming Rates
Senior Helpers Alzheimer's Workshop
Thursday, November 5
Statistics are showing that the Alzheimer's Disease has become a global epidemic. Many of you may be working with a client who has symptoms that present as such, or have a family member who has been diagnosed, or just may be interested in learning more about this disease that is affecting over 15 million people. Senior Helpers is the leading experts when it comes to educating consumers about this ever growing disease. Attend this very informational "free" session on Thursday, November 5th from 10:00 to 11:30 am at your Association.
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2nd Annual Boo Bash
Wednesday, October 28
5:30 - 9:30 pm
Details are still being worked out regarding the 2nd Annual Boo Bash, but what we do know is that this year's event is going to be even bigger and better than last year's event. The YPN is committing to making the event a traveling event each year and this year it will be held at the Rockford University Club . So save the date, start looking for your costume, and stay tuned for further communications.
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Take Safety Class and Get CE Credit
On Monday, October 26, Kerry Kidwell will be in Rockford to instruct the new NAR Real Estate Safety Matters class at your Association from 1:00 to 4:30 pm. What a great way to re-enforce your safety practices and get a jump start on your CE requirements! He will also be instructing a COR B class in the morning....make a day of it! Go to the RAR Calendar of Events at https://raar.getlamps.net/
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IAR Fee Increase
As a result of the IAR Finance Committee and IAR BOD decision in 2013, the IAR base dues increases 3% annually. For the 2016 Dues year, the IAR Dues will be $165, up from $160. In addition, the RVOICE Assessment, which funds the Political Advocacy Fund (PAF), will increase from $50 to $75. The purpose of the PAF is to ensure that REALTORS have a strong voice on public policy issues throughout Illinois and provides funding for increased local political activity.
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RAR at the TOP of the RPAC Leaderboard
The RPAC fiscal year will soon end. The Rockford Area REALTORS is currently in first place, on the leaderboard, for raising the highest percentage of goal in the Mid-range Board size  (Division 2), by raising 114% of goal. As seen in the 2015 Legislative Scorecard, this year's Illinois legislative session has been one for the record books, and RPAC plays a significant role in these legislative decisions. Want to know just how much you saved by investing in RPAC? Click here to see the new savings tracker. It is not too late to become a contributor and keep RAR on the top. A $20 contribution gets you a chance to win $500, plus RPAC credit! The RPAC "last chance" raffle will close at midnight, October 30th.
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Appraiser's Comments
Move Over Spiders
FHA now requires that appraisers include a picture of the
 crawl space & attic. REALTORS will now be getting requests to be sure that those areas are open and accessible for the appraiser.
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IDFPR Has New Site
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations has a modified website. Bookmark the new site address and take a look at the new design which has put some frequently used features in more prominent places.
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Koats 4 Kids
The Rockford Area REALTORS has accepted a barrel to help support the Koats 4 Kids Program, which helps Rockford area kids stay warm this winter. Coats, snow pants, boots, hats, mittens and scarves can all be donated but must be in good condition. You may drop your items off at the Association up until October 23rd.
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2 News Worth Cases
DR Legal News
Tenant Drug test, requested by a private landlord, OK'd by court and Broker with exclusive listing contract was entitled to commission after seller secretly negotiated sale. Both of these monumental cases were covered in the most recent DR Legal News.
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BROKERS
Transfers
Wendy Kretsinger, Keller Williams Realty Signature
Ryan Sullivan, Keller Williams Realty Signature
Sherry Ackerman, Keller Williams Realty Signature
Donna Shipler, C-21 Afflilated, Roscoe
Dropped
Clyde McKelvey, Pioneer Real Estate
OFFICES
Address & Phone Change
Mark Rose Land Acquisition, LLC
580 N. Prospect
Rockford, IL 61107
815.520.7963
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October 13 YPN Council 10:00 am October 15 BOD Meeting 9:00 am October 20 Holiday Open House 2:30 pm October 23 C&I Committee 10:00 am November 3 RPAC Committee 1:30 pm November 26 & 27 Association Closed
October 26
CE- COR1630B
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
CE - RD900- Safety Matters
1:00 - 4:30 pm
November 5
Senior Helpers Workshop
10:00 am
December 3
CE- FI1127- Property Tax Reduction
December 10
Candy Cane Ball
5:00 -7:00 pm
January 7
CE
January 22nd
CE
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Rockford Area REALTORS®
6776 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61106
(815)395-6776
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