Updates from the NAR BOD meeting
The Board of Directors, at its May 18 meeting, on the last day of the 2013 NAR Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo in Washington, approved a modification to MLS Policy Statement 7.57 to provide additional guidance on the categorization of programs, products, and services as "core," "basic," or "optional" services.
The BOD also set the 2014-2016 budget, made changes to GRI, professional standards, held elections and took action in several other areas of association policy.
2014 NAR Officers The Board elected for its 2014 officers the following members: Chris Polychron, Hot Springs, Ark., President-Elect Tom Salomone, Coral Springs, Fla., First Vice President Mike McGrew, Lawrence, Kans., Treasurer Steve Brown of Dayton, Ohio, automatically moves up as president from his position as 2013 President-Elect. The First Vice President seat was contested. Salomone won the seat by a vote of 344 to 337 against Jim Helsel of Camp Hill, Pa., a former NAR Treasurer.
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Ninja Selling
Monday, September 23 Galt House Hotel Louisville, Kentucky 10am - 6:30pm EST
Instructor: Mike SelvaggioGroup pricing: 1 person - $150 2 - 4 people - $125 each 5 or more - $100 each Current CRS and/or GRI designees - $75 Approved for CRS and GRI elective credit and pending CE credit
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National Mortgage Settlement: KY status
Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway today announced that the nation's five largest mortgage servicers continue to provide direct relief to homeowners in Kentucky and across the country as part of the historic national mortgage foreclosure settlement. According to the fourth post-settlement report released today by the independent settlement monitor, 1,757 Kentucky homeowners received more than $61.1 million in settlement-related relief from Ally/GMAC, Bank of America, Citi, Chase and Wells Fargo through March 31, 2013. Borrowers received an average of $34,806 in assistance.
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KAR Awards - nominations accepted
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GRI: Get a freebie, audit discount offered
KREEF offers rebate when program is completed
That's right, if you complete your GRI designation by the end of 2014, no matter how many courses you have left to take, KREEF will reimburse you the cost of your last GRI course* (1 through 5). Even if you only have one course left to complete the program, you qualify. When you send in your completed GRI application, KREEF will send you a rebate on your last course. Call 800.264.2185 for details. *Rebate equal to the early-bird registration price.Also, if you currently hold a GRI designation, you can audit any of the GRI courses (1 through 5) for only $50. By auditing a course, you not only receive updated information to help in your business, you also receive the continuing education credit associated with the course. It's a win-win! GRI Course ScheduleCourse DescriptionsInstructor BiosLearn more or register for GRI coursesGRI/CRS Elective Course - Ninja Selling - September 23
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Summer Business Meeting @ Lake Barkley
June 18-21Lake Barkley, Cadiz, KY
The KAR Summer Business Meeting is a great chance to network with colleagues in a relaxed, casual atmosphere while learning more about the current real estate market and what the state association is doing for you. This meeting will be the most fun you'll have all year! Here are some of the highlights:
* REALTOR® Cook Out and RPAC Auction
* Tech Share
* Barkley-B-Que
* Boat Cruise (register separate)
* RPAC Event and Social
* BOD and Delegate Body Meeting
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CORE course available online - Save 20% now
Also provides six (6) hours of law CE credit
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Appraisal courses now being offered online
KREEF is now offering online appraisal courses through McKissock Online Education. These courses include the USPAP course as well as a selection of over 20 elective courses needed to complete the annual training requirements.
The classes are approved by the Appraisal Qualifying Board (AQB) and also approved for Continuing Education by the Kentucky Real Estate Appraisers Board.
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KAR Annual Convention & Expo
September 24-26
Galt House, Louisville, KY
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Apply for 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.
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GEICO insurance discounts: 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.
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KHC offers Conventional No MI Program
Wouldn't your clients love to have up to another $1,000 a year? With the exclusive Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) Conventional No Mortgage Insurance Program (No MI), they can!
KHC's No MI comes just as the Federal Housing Administration raised the monthly Mortgage Insurance Premium factors. This program enables eligible borrowers to go up to 97 percent of purchase price without having to pay upfront or monthly mortgage insurance. Based on a purchase price of $125,000, this could mean a savings of up to $1,000 a year!* Borrowers will have access to KHC's Down payment Assistance Programs, as well! For full details and terms, visit KHC's Web site, under Lenders/Realtors, Lender Services, Conventional No MI Program.
*Terms and conditions apply. Please visit KHC's Web site for full details.
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Disaster relief for Oklahoma
If you wish to contribute money, you can make a check payable to the Oklahoma Housing Foundation, and send to 9807 N. Broadway, Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (please mark REALTOR Disaster Relief on the check) or contribute online here. These funds will go DIRECTLY to REALTORS in the impacted area. If you would like to donate supplies, contact the Mid-Del-Moore Assoc. of REALTORS® in Midwest City, OK here or get in touch with your local association to see if a drive has been set up.
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2013 RPAC Totals
What to know where your association stands in RPAC giving for the year, what your annual goal is or how you compare to the rest of the state? Check out the chart here.
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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 hcooper@kar.com, call 800.264.2185 or click here. |
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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
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 CardAs a member, you, your family & friends may be able to lower your prescription drug costs. Nationwide InsuranceOffering you a special insurance program that could save you up to $500 with special rates on your auto policy. Read More
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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) |
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