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Contact Us:
Greater Binghamton Association of REALTORSŪ
19 Jennison Avenue
Johnson City, NY 13790
607-729-6285
607-798-8246 (Fax)
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Greetings!
Welcome to the March 15, 2013 edition of the REALTORŪ Review. There's lots of exciting news and events in this edition, so please take the time to "Review" it completely!
If you have any comments or suggestions, feel free to email me by clicking here.
Barry Arnold, Executive Officer. |
The Limits of Technology
If you think technology can solve all your problems, click here for a different perspective.
Thanks to Jim Trevitt for passing this along! |
| NAR Code of Ethics Celebrates Centennial
2013 marks the 100th Anniversary of the REALTOR Code of Ethics, the document which guides the ethical duty of all REALTORS toward their clients and customers, the public and their fellow REALTORS.
At GBAR, we'll be commemorating the Centennial in a number of ways, including a full page ad the Press & Sun-Bulletin Home Marketplace Section, the purchase of commemorative posters for all our Broker Members, as well as periodic historical tid-bits in the REALTOR Review.
In the meantime, click here to view an NAR Video commemorating the COE Centennial.
Or, how would you like to see the original Code of Ethics from 1913? You'll find its quite a bit different from today's version - Click Here! |
| New Members - February, 2013
Please join us in welcoming the following New GBAR Members approved at the February 19, 2013 Board of Directors Meeting:
New REALTORŪ Agent Members:
- Nichole Ponzi, Century 21 Sbarra & Wells
- Kathleen Krowiak, Warren Real Estate
New Primary Affiliates:
- Jason Ball, Artic Bear Plumbing Heating and Air
- John Borgna, Suburban Propane
- Jonathan Norton, Foam It Insulation
- Ed Negron, Citizens Bank
- Tracey Wheeler, Visions Federal Credit Union
New Affiliate Representatives:
- Cory Driscoll, AXA Advisors
- Evan Grubb, Artic Bear Plumbing Heating and Air
- Brendan McMahon, 1st Priority Mortgage
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Member Minute
New Flood Maps - Early Insurance Purchase Could Save Your Clients Money !
While FEMA's new flood maps are not due to be effective until 2015, purchasing flood insurance for properties projected to be in the new zones in advance could save your clients money.
Click here to view NFIP's Grandfather Rules for details. Thanks to Jim Rollo of Jim Rollo State Farm for this important tip. |
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Martha's MLS Miscellany
Today's Topic:
Rare Status Fields
Some Members have asked what certain letters stand for in the Property "Status" field. A couple of them have to do with Reciprocal Listings, where agents and brokers who are not GBAR MLS Subscribers can pay GBAR a fee to post their listings to our MLS. For example:
U - Unconfirmed: This refers to a reciprocal listing that has been put in our MLS and is awaiting approval from the our Association.
F - Finalized: This refers to a reciprocal listing that has been put in our MLS and has been approved and is activated. |
2012 Tax Deductibility of Dues and Fees
With tax season in full swing, click here for a chart showing dues and fees paid to GBAR, NYSAR, NAR and Supra in 2012, and the tax deductibility of these dues and fees. |
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2013 REALTOR Nationwide Open House Weekend is April 20-21.
The 2013 REALTORŪ Nationwide Open House Weekend will be held on April 20 and 21. GBAR will be promoting this event with a full page ad in the Press & Sun Bulletin Home Marketplace on Saturday, April 13 and Saturday, April 20. As such, you may wish to begin thinking about which of your listed properties you would like to have featured as Open Houses on the weekend of April 20 and 21.
For more information, click here to go to the NAR Website Open House HomePage. You may need to be logged in to realtor.org to view this page. |
| Community Service Event to Benefit the Family of Fallen Firefighter Matt Porcari
The GBAR Community Service Committee has organized a Benefit Luncheon on Wednesday, March 20, to support the family of fallen Firefighter Captain Matt Porcari of Owego, who died recently in the line of duty. The proceeds will go to help the Porcari family finish the work Matt started on his home that he shared with his wife and children. For more information and registration instructions, please click here. Thank you for your support and generosity! |
| Volunteers Needed: GBAR Booth at the Home & Garden Show - April 6 and 7.
GBAR will have a booth at the Southern Tier Home Builders and Remodelers Association (STHBRA) Annual Home & Garden Show on Saturday, April 6 from 9am to 7pm, and Sunday, April 7 from 10am to 4pm at the Binghamton University Events Center. We need volunteers to man our booth during those hours - it's a great opportunity to interact with the public and vendors associated with our Industry. If you are interested, please click here to email Barry Arnold with an indication of what hours you may be able to volunteer. Please be prepared to serve a minimum of 2 hours.
Thank you! Barry Arnold, EO |
| Save the Date: 2013 GBAR Agent's Day and Trade Show - "It's a Jungle Out There!"
Mark your calendars! The 2013 GBAR Agent's Day and Trade Show will be held at the Binghamton Riverwalk on Wednesday, May 8, 2013. The Trade Show Committee, chaired by Dawn Roessing, is already hard at work to create the best Trade Show yet! Our theme this year will be "It's a Jungle Out There", given our improving but still unsettled market conditions.
To whet your appetite, click here for a flyer highlighting the 3-Hour CE Course being offered at the show by nationally-recognized speaker Walter Sanford, entitled "Finding Your Way Out of the Jungle".
Watch this space for more information in the weeks to come! |
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CRS 206 - Technologies to Advance Your Business
March 21 - 22, 2013 8:30am to 5:30pm
16 CRS Credits
15 CE Credits
Instructed by Rich Sands
 Today's internet-enabled real estate market requires sales agents to work faster and be more responsive than ever before. The ability to quickly access and exchange information - anywhere, anytime - can be the difference between making and breaking a transaction.
The Technologies to Advance Your Business course guides students through a process for analyzing the technology needs of their business. Course topics focus on using technology tools that enable sales agents to become more productive, increase their profits, and differentiate themselves in the marketplace. This course combines targeted discussion topics, technology demonstrations, and engaging activities to prepare students to select the right technology tools and systems to advance their business.
Click here for more information, pricing and registration instructions. |
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Join Us for a Lunch and Learn Session on March 28: "Where Does My Money Go? - A Primer on GBAR Financial Management"
Ever wonder how your Dues and Fees are spent at GBAR? Ever wonder what the Association is doing to streamline our operations while still meeting our Members' needs? Wonder no more! In response to requests from Members that they be provided with more information on GBAR Financial Management, we will be holding a "Lunch and Learn" session at our GBAR Offices on March 28 from 12:00 to 1:30.
Click here for more information and Registration Instructions. |
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Register Now for 2013 SRES, GRI, GREEN and ABR Designation Courses in Binghamton!
For those of you interested in taking Designation Courses in Binghamton in 2013, I am pleased to confirm the following courses, instructors and dates:
- SRES - Randy Templeman - March 26 and 27
- GRI 403 - (Financing to Increase Homeownership) - Fran Carroll - April 18
- GREEN 100 (Real Estate for a Sustainable Future) - April 29; GREEN 200 (The Science of Green Building), May 1; and GREEN 300 (Greening Your Real Estate Business), May 3. All three course conducted by Randy Templeman.
- GRI 407 (Building Your Real Estate Practice) - Russ Romano - May 7
- ABR-R - Randy Templeman - September 23 and 24
- GRI 402 - Jim Braman - October 7 and 8
To register, click on the course you wish to take to access course information and registration instructions, which is done directly through NYSAR. |
Register Now for the "Understanding Business Valuations" Course - April 3, 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Commercial Properties often come with an existing business or businesses, and valuing those businesses is an important element in pricing these deals.
"Understanding Business Valuations", a 4-CE Credit Classroom course, will provide you with the ability to accurately build business value into your pricing strategy for Commercial Properties. You'll learn how to:
- Knowledgeably discuss business valuation with listing clients.
- Recognize when a business may add to real estate value.
- Understand how businesses are valued.
- Discuss business value with potential buyers.
"Understanding Business Valuations" will be conducted by Clifford (Cliff) Olin, MBA, Certified Appraiser and Principal, Olin Capital Advisors, Inc.
The course will earn 4 CE credits, and cost $60.00.
To register, either:
- Click here to register on-line though the GBAR Website, or
- Click here to access a flyer and registration form, complete the form and scan/email to executive@gbingar.com, or fax to Barry Arnold at 607-798-8246.
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| Big Discounts on Online CE Courses Available!
If you're looking for CE Credit, there's no better place than The CE Shop! All New York CE courses are now offered with a 17% discount by using promotional code STDAY17 through the end of March in honor of St. Patrick's Day. And Pennsylvania courses are offered at a 25% discount using promotional code GBARINPA.
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BCC Courses on Energy Smart Training
Broome Community College is offering a number of Home Performance and Energy Smart Training Courses in their Spring, 2013 Course Catalogue. Click here to review the course offerings and registration instructions, which include NYSERDA's Building Analyst Training, Envelope Professional Training, Building Infrared Thermography Training and Basic Mold Awareness and Risk Management. |
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| Steve Day Introduces GBAR's Global Alliance Concept to SUNY BEST.
You may know that our newest GBAR Committee is the Global Business Alliance Committee, chaired by GBAR Past-President Steve Day. The Mission of the Global Business Alliance Committee is to supply a support system of information, resources, networking, and skills training for all GBAR Members engaged in Global Business. The Alliance will promote International Partnerships to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit involved in forming business organizations, creating jobs, and stimulating the economy.
On Thursday, March 8, Steve presented this concept at a meeting of SUNY BEST, an organization which strives to act as a networking organization that supports the ongoing exchange of professional knowledge and experience. His presentation was well-received.
Click here for WBNG coverage of Steve's presentation, and click here for a tape of the entire presentation. |
| 2013 Committee Chairs Announced - Join a GBAR Committee!
Thank you to the following GBAR members who have volunteered their time to Chair GBAR Committees and Sub-Committees in 2013. If you'd like to join a Committee, click on the relevant Chair name(s) below to send them an email and volunteer!
Thank you to all our Volunteer Leaders. They look forward to welcoming you to GBAR Committee Membership and Service. |
Got Suggestions or Concerns with the Listing or Purchase Contracts?
Got any suggestions or concerns with the GBAR Listing or Purchase & Sale Contracts? The REALTOR/Lawyer Committee, chaired by Diane White, would be glad to get your input. If you have any suggestions, click here to email Diane. |
10K Marketing GBAR Monthly Statistics - February, 2013
Click here to review the February, 2013 10K Marketing Monthly Statistics for GBAR. |
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10K Marketing NYSAR Monthly Statistics -January, 2013
Click here to review the January, 2013 10K Marketing Monthly Statistics for NYSAR. |
| "The Skinny" - NYSAR's Monthly Housing Market Video for January, 2013
Click here to view "The Skinny", NYSAR's Monthly Housing Market Video for January, 2013. |
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