Header Image

2013 LeadershipKAR class accepting applications   

Deadline: December 31

Would you like to join the ranks of some of the most successful REALTORS� from around the state? You can by becoming part of the LeadershipKAR program, offered by the Kentucky Association of REALTORS� since 2002. Recognizing that leadership development is an essential element in the process of improving your Association and profession, KAR attempts to identify emerging REALTOR� leaders in the state, encourage them with motivational activities and assist in sharpening their leadership skills in the hope they will exert a strong positive influence on the future of the Association and profession.

Learn about KAR, learn about yourself and learn how to make a difference in your community and association.

Apply Now

Duty to arbitrate commission dispute upheld  

  

A Connecticut court has considered whether a lawsuit involving a commission dispute between two REALTORS� should be stayed and sent to the local REALTOR� association for arbitration.

Sotheby's International Realty ("Listing Broker") served as a listing broker for a property located in Greenwich, Connecticut. The Listing Broker placed the property into the Greenwich Multiple Listing Service ("MLS"), offering a cooperative commission to other participants who produced a buyer for the property.

Read More 

Show your pride with a KY REALTOR license plate 

  

KAR received approval from the state to produce an official KY specialty license plate. To start production, KAR needs to have 900 applications and fees collected. This is your chance to show off your REALTOR pride and support the real estate industry. If you want to learn more or have an interest in having your own plate, check out the instructions on the webpage.

Read More 

Still need CE this year? Options available  

  

With about 5 weeks left in 2012, if you haven't completed your CE requirements (or even started thinking about it), it's not too late. KREEF has a few options to consider:

Classroom: Tuesday, December 18 in Lexington
Agents & Auctions (am); Mishaps, Mistakes & Risk Mgt (pm)
Register here

Online: 11 courses to choose from including ethics and designations/certifications. All count for CE credit. Available 24/7 from any computer.
Register here

Live Web: Lots to choose from including ethics and CORE. All count for CE credit. Available at times that fit most schedules and there are no tests to pass.
Register here 

From the KAR blog:

November is Designation Awareness Month  

Save 20% on online courses

Starting November 1 through the end of the month, NAR is offering a 20% discount on all online designation and certification courses. Several of the online designation and certification courses count for 3 hours of Kentucky CE credit. These courses also count as GRI elective credit and may count towards more than one certification and/or designation. Prices vary from course to course.

These courses count for KY CE credit:
- At Home With Diversity
- BPOs: The Agent's Role in the Valuation Process
- e-PRO Certfication Program: Day 1/Day 2 Bundle
- Real Estate Marketing Reboot: Innovate > Relate > Differentiate
- RPR: Real-Time Data, Maket Knowledge, Informed Consumers
- SRES: Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Register Now
(click the blue box that says "Kentucky Continuing Education")

Discounts for insurance through GEICO: Get a quote   


KAR and GEICO are working together to bring exclusive savings to members. Contact GEICO for a free quote on auto, homeowners, renters and motorcycle insurance to see how much you could be saving. And don't forget to mention your KAR affiliation, you could qualify for an exclusive member savings opportunity. Visit the link below for an online quote or call 1-800-368-2734 for your free rate quote by phone.

Read More

This is the year for ethics, due by Dec. 31


REALTORS� are required to complete ethics training for the current cycle running January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2012. Failure to complete the required ethics training will be considered a violation of a membership duty and could result in membership suspension or termination. REALTOR� members can verify ethics completion by checking with their primary local association and should notify the primary local association when their requirement is completed. 

Online:
Know the Code: Real Estate Ethics (also counts as 6 hours CE)
click to register
ShowingSuite

Save up to 30% on UPS shipping

  

KAR members can save up to 30% off UPS Express air and international shipments. All this with the peace of mind that comes from using the carrier that delivers outstanding reliability, greater speed, more service, and innovative technology. UPS guarantees delivery of more packages around the world than anyone, and delivers more packages overnight on time in the US than any other carrier.

Members currently enrolled in the UPS Savings Program must re-enroll to take advantage of this new exclusive offer.

KAR members can save:
* Up to 30% on UPS Next Day Air� and Worldwide Express�
* Up to 23% on UPS 2nd Day Air�
* Up to 10% on business services at The UPS Store�

Sign up today

Neighborhood DAP from KHC    

 

Do you have clients interested in purchasing a property in foreclosure or a home that has been on the market for six months or more? Then they may be eligible for a new financing option from Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC)!

The Neighborhood Down Payment Assistance Program (Neighborhood DAP) is funded through $3 million KHC received from the National Mortgage Foreclosure Settlement, and offers a new mortgage program for down payment and closing costs assistance. Neighborhood DAP provides a repayable second mortgage up to $10,000, with an interest rate of 1 percent for 30 years. The home buyer's income must be less than $124,775 and other terms and conditions apply.

Hurry, because once the funds are gone, the program ends! To find out more, visit here. A Neighborhood DAP customizable flier is available here.

November 2012
KHC
In This Issue
LeadershipKAR
Duty to arbitrate
KY license plate
KAR blog
Designation month
GEICO
Ethics
KAR social networks

In Memoriam    


Richard "Dick" Rushing, long time AE (29 years) for KAR, passed away on November 20.

Read More 

KAR Holiday Schedule   


KAR will be closed for the holidays from December 24 through the end of the year. The office will reopen on January 2.

KAR Photos  


Check out the latest photos from past events, including the recent Convention, here.

Need referrals? Advertise in the KY REALTOR Magazine


New for KAR members, the chance to advertise in the only state-wide real estate publication is now available. Limited space is available so act now to be included. Pricing is affordable. To learn more, email [email protected], call 800.264.2185 or click here.

KAR Affinity Partners 


GEICO (New Program) 

Contact GEICO for a free quote on insurance to see how much you could be saving. And don't forget to mention your KAR affiliation, you could qualify for an exclusive member savings opportunity.  


UPS (New Program) 

KAR members can save up to 30% on UPS shipping. Members currently enrolled in the UPS Savings Program must re-enroll to take advantage of this new exclusive offer.

 

Showing Suite
Get feedback on your listings, improve communication with your sellers, and set yourself apart from your competition with HomeFeedback�.

Drug Card

As a member, you, your family & friends may be able to lower your prescription drug costs.

Nationwide Insurance
Offering you a special insurance program that could save you up to $500 with special rates on your auto policy.

Read More

Broker Involvement

Program 

 
Get involved in a program that will boost Kentucky's Call-for-Action response rates. If you are a real estate broker in Kentucky, please enroll (it's free and easy), and if you are an agent, please encourage your broker to join this effective network of broker leadership in public advocacy for REALTORS� across the United States.

Learn more and enroll here (to enroll, click the "Join the Program" button on the left side)

KAR social networks 


Follow us on:

Facebook
LinkedIn
ActiveRain
Twitter
Youtube

Quick Links  

Join Our Mailing List