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Spotlight E-Newsletter - September 21, 2015  
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WHAT'S AN OMBUDSMAN?
To find out more information about the MCAR Ombudsman Program and know where to go in the event you, as a member of MCAR, want to use this service, click here - http://www.middlesexrealtor.com/complaint.cfm.
RESPA/TILA CHANGES: ARE YOU READY?
FREE RESPA COURSE WITH THE CE SHOP.

It's on the horizon: the new integrated disclosure requirement will go into effect on October 3, 2015 (pending final approval).

This one-hour course will get you quickly up to speed so you will be ready for the changes that will affect the lending and real estate industry, distilling the 1,888 pages of implementation requirements down into an overview that should help you answer questions buyers and sellers are sure to have.

Visit middlesex.theceshop.com and click on NJ to start taking the online RESPA class. 

Enter Promo Code: RESPAFREE receive 100% off your enrollment.   
COMMITTEE SELECTION FORM FOR 2016 DUE - 10/30
The Middlesex County Association of REALTORS� is seeking volunteers to serve on its 2016 committees.  If you wish to be considered for any committee/s, please submit the selection form by the deadline of October 30, 2015For the form, click  here .
WAYS TO COMPLETE THE
REALTOR� ETHICS TRAINING
Members can complete the REALTOR� Ethics Training for Cycle 4 (2013-2016) by the deadline of 12/31/2016 as required by the Middlesex County Association of REALTORS� (MCAR) several ways. Some of the classes also are approved for continuing education (CE) credit as required by the New Jersey Real Estate Commission (NJREC).  Click here for the UPDATED informational flyer or see three ethics sessions in this email for live classes.   
EARN CE AND COMPLETE REALTOR ETHICS TRAINING ON OCTOBER 7

Code of Ethics: Our Promise to Professionalism by Eileen Cahill

 
3 credits (1 Core and 2 Ethics) for 2015-2017 licensing cycle*

This program also satisfies the REALTOR� Ethics Training for Cycle 4 (2013-2016)


Wednesday, October 7, 2015

 

9:00am-12:00pm (8:30am check in)

MCAR - 779 Gornik Drive, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 

$15 for members  

($25 for non-members).   

Pre- Registration Required. No Refunds. Registration Non-Transferable.   

 

To register for the above courses, go to www.middlesexrealtor.com and click on CE Member Registration.  

ONLINE CE CLASSES  

AT THE CE SHOP - SAVE 20% 

Visit middlesex.theceshop.com and click on NJ to start taking online NJREC CE classes.

Enter Promo Code: SEP20 receive 20% off your enrollment.  Expires 9/30/15. 
   
SEPT 23 - MCAR HEALTH FAIR
CALL TODAY TO SIGN UP!
779 Gornik Drive, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
10am-12pm
FOR MCAR MEMBERS ONLY

COMMUNITY MOBILE HEALTH SERVICE  
Cardio Package- Total Cholesterol, Blood Sugar and Blood Pressure* Fasting is not required. - Appointment Required*
Derma Scan Screening for Facial Sun Damage (No appointment needed)
Results are kept confidential.
 
Additional Vendors: Melaleuca presentation at 11:30am, Yoga Class by Sakula Yoga Studio at 10:30am- Registration Required*, Stroke and Diabetes literature, REALTORS� Insurance information and Kinder Pediatric Urgent Care.
 
*To make an appointment for the Cardio Package and/or Yoga, contact Stefanie Lippi, Education and Program Coordinator, at 732-442-3400 or [email protected]. Arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment.
SELLER REPRESENTATIVE SPECIALIST (SRS) - TWO DAYS
by Diane Disbrow
12 credits (6 Elective and 6 Ethics) for 2015-2017 licensing cycle*
 
The 2-day SRS Designation Course provides a comprehensive foundation of skill development, training and resources to help real estate professionals represent the interests of sellers in today's marketplace.
 
Thursday, October 8, 2015   and   Friday, October 9, 2015
8:30am-9:00am Registration & Coffee                                           
9:00am-5:00pm CE Course
MCAR Office - 779 Gornik Drive, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$269 if registered by September 14, 2015
$279 for members ($304 for non - members)
Pre - Registration Required. Non - Transferable.
 
Refunds will be provided if notice is received at least 5 business days prior to the course and are subject to 50% cancellation fee.

To register go to, www.middlesexrealtor.com and click on SRS under Upcoming Events.  
MURDER MYSTERY - $50 ON OCTOBER 1
ENJOY DINNER AND SOLVE A MYSTERY. WHO DID IT?
Thursday, October 1, 2015
5:00pm-8:00pm
Grand Marquis- 1550 Route 9 South, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
$50.00 per person (Investment to RPAC)
 
Prepare for a night rich in mystery and intrigue as you search for a killer.  Rules will be explained and suspect information distributed at the event.  Gather clues from suspects and guess WHO DID IT?
 
Support the REALTOR� Political Action Committee (RPAC) by attending this fundraiser. All proceeds from ticket sales are forwarded to RPAC. Members who purchase tickets will be credited as giving an RPAC contribution. Remember the deadline to earn a unit on the NJR� Circle of Excellence Sales Award� application by contributing $100 or more to RPAC is October 2, 2015. This is a great opportunity to make a contribution before the deadline and have fun solving a mystery.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Al Perez, Joseph Santangelo and Cathy Fernandes of Jersey Mortgage
Danielle Lozito of Lozito Law

To register go to www.middlesexrealtor.com and click on Murder Mystery under Upcoming Events.  

Contributions to RPAC are not deductible for federal income tax purposes. Contributions are voluntary and are used for political purposes. The amounts indicated are merely guidelines and you may contribute more or less than the suggested amounts. The National Association of REALTORS� and its state and local associations will not favor or disadvantage any member because of the amount contributed or a decision not to contribute.  You may refuse to contribute without reprisal. Your contribution is split between National RPAC and the State PAC in your state.  Contact your State Association or PAC for information about the percentages of your contribution provided to National RPAC and to the State PAC.  The National RPAC portion is used to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 52 U.S.C. 30116.
AUGUST MARKETING REPORTS NOW AVAILABLE
The August 2015 10K Market Reports are now available to Middlesex County Association of REALTORS� members.
 
Want to see how your area's housing market performed in August? These unique, monthly reports shed light on the true picture of the residential housing market at a state, county and local level, unseen before in New Jersey. Get the state, county or municipality report.
 
The reports may be found at  www.njrealtor.com/10k via a user-friendly map - login is required with your NJR� username and password to view the Member Only Private Version.  Once logged in, click on Middlesex County on the state silhouette and then on the municipality you are interested in. 
 
Updated reports will be available each month.
MUGS FOR $15- RPAC Fundraiser
Contribute $15 to RPAC and receive a Keep Calm I'm A REALTOR� mug
 
To order click here

Thank you to our sponsor Brian Prinsell of Homes & Land Magazine.

Contributions to RPAC are not deductible for federal income tax purposes. Contributions are voluntary and are used for political purposes. The amounts indicated are merely guidelines and you may contribute more or less than the suggested amounts. The National Association of REALTORS� and its state and local associations will not favor or disadvantage any member because of the amount contributed or a decision not to contribute.  You may refuse to contribute without reprisal. Your contribution is split between National RPAC and the State PAC in your state.  Contact your State Association or PAC for information about the percentages of your contribution provided to National RPAC and to the State PAC.  The National RPAC portion is used to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 52 U.S.C. 30116.
UMBRELLAS FOR $20 - RPAC Fundraiser
Contribute $20 to RPAC and receive a Middlesex County Association of REALTORS� golf umbrella.

SPONSORS:
Brian Prinsell of Homes & Land
Danielle M. Lozito, Esq. of Lozito Law, LLC
 
To order online click HERE.

Contributions to RPAC are not deductible for federal income tax purposes. Contributions are voluntary and are used for political purposes. The amounts indicated are merely guidelines and you may contribute more or less than the suggested amounts. The National Association of REALTORS� and its state and local associations will not favor or disadvantage any member because of the amount contributed or a decision not to contribute.  You may refuse to contribute without reprisal. Your contribution is split between National RPAC and the State PAC in your state.  Contact your State Association or PAC for information about the percentages of your contribution provided to National RPAC and to the State PAC.  The National RPAC portion is used to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 52 U.S.C. 30116 

MIDDLESEX COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS� MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Middlesex County Association of REALTORS� is to keep our diverse membership at the forefront of the
industry, to foster cooperation and enable our members to better serve the public through the promotion of the NAR Code of Ethics and the education of our members.  
To accomplish this mission, the Middlesex County Association of REALTORS� supports its members by providing them with the services and products they require to operate professionally.