Week of July 25, 2016

Association & Industry News

Illinois Hardest Hit Program
Do you know someone who is having a hard time paying their mortgage? Illinois homeowners going through financial hardships may qualify for up to $35,000 in federal assistance through the Illinois Hardest Hit Program.

Pokémon Go for REALTORSŽ

Here are four ways to leverage Pokémon Go for your real estate business.

NAR Ecommerce Maintenance

NAR's Ecommerce will be going through scheduled maintenance on Wednesday, July 27th, from 12:15 - 6 a.m. MORe members will be unable to make online payments during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Make a Strong Brand Impression

Did you know realtor.com has an all new agent profile that can help ensure you are easily discovered by consumers? MORe >

Things to Fix Before Selling Your Home

If you want to sell your home in less time and at a higher value, you'll want to focus your efforts on fixing up these 7 things.

Good Time to Sell in the Chicago Suburbs?

According to Mainstreet's June market report, Chicago's suburban housing market continued to heat up in June with a rising median sales price and fewer days on the market overall. MORe >

Professional & Ethical Practices

Spotlight on the Code: Use of Standard Purchase Contract Form

This week's spotlight is on Article 13, Use of Standard Purchase Contract Form. Missed a previous week's spotlight? Check out the full series here.

Professionalism Reminder Regarding Cold Calls
If you conduct cold calls, this reminder is for you. MORe >

Best Practices Regarding Broker Opens
Whether you're the listing broker or just attending, here are some best practices to keep in mind for broker opens. MORe >

Government Affairs

Seminar to Feature the Freedom of Information Act and Open Meetings Act

Mainstreet's Lake County Government Affairs Director, Howard Handler, will be presenting on the ins and outs of Illinois' Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Open Meetings Act (OMA). The free workshop is being held on Monday, Aug. 1st, at 6:30 p.m. at AREA General Store, 18 East Park Street in Mundelein. The workshop is one of several Lessons in Liberty series sponsored by local politician and advocate Holly Kim.

Who Protects the Interests of REALTORSŽ?

Did you know in 2015 there was proposed legislature for a statewide video sewer inspection mandate? This law would have added a $500 pre-sale inspection fee for Illinois homeowners but because of REALTORSŽ who support RPAC, the proposed mandate was stopped. Learn how you can join the voice that successfully defends the rights of homeowners and both residential and commercial REALTORSŽ alike. MORe >

Global News

Dubai's Real Estate Market Outlook

Watch a video where the Managing Director of Phidar Advisory discusses Dubai's real estate market, key highlights and an outlook. MORe >

Looking for more global news and events? Check out MORe's Global Business Council Page!

Upcoming Courses and Events

Events

Courses

July 28th
Habitat for Humanity Build with YPN - West Chicago

Aug. 4th
REALTORSŽ Property Resource Tools for Building Your Business - AH

Aug. 9th
Taco Tuesday Networking with YPN - Los Arcos, Woodridge

Aug. 2nd
30-Hour Broker Post-Licensing Course (Day One) - DG

Aug. 12th
Ethics in the Field (3 Hrs. Elective & NAR Ethics) - DG

Aug. 18th
Ethics in the Field (3 Hrs. Elective & NAR Ethics) - AH

Sept. 7th
Code of Ethics for the DR (3 Hrs. Elective & NAR Ethics) - DG

It's Time for a Checkup (3 Hrs. Core A) - DG

Other News and Events

Housing Opportunities for Everyone - July 30th

The Village of Park Forest is hosting a home buyer event on Saturday, July 30th, from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Freedom Hall in Park Forest. MORe >

Remarkable Success Seminar - July 27th

Why settle for status quo when you can be remarkable at what you do? During this complimentary, full-day energizing workshop you'll receive the motivation and education necessary to take your real estate career to the next level! MORe >

Meet the Conservation Foundation - Sept. 8th

Learn about the Conservation Foundation's programs of interest to REALTORSŽ while enjoying a continental breakfast. MORe >

Share Your Story with MORe!

Let us know what you're doing that's noteworthy! Are you using any innovative business approaches? Received any awards? Have a human interest story? Do you have any new ways of dealing with diverse clients? Send your story to Ramona Schimka at Ramona@succeedwithmore.com. If we think the local media will be interested, we'll ship it off to them pronto - and - we'll jot it down in this section of the Eblast. Questions? Contact Ramona Schimka at Ramona@succeedwithmore.com or 630.324.8465.

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