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TOP NEWS - MONDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2012
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DEADLINE IS 5PM TODAY!
 Bring Your Canned Goods and Support the Food Bank at the
4th Quarterly Meeting and
Holiday Luncheon
Sponsored by Envision Mortgage
Come join us in celebrating the holiday season with friends and colleagues by:
- Honoring some of this year's
WRAR Annual Award Winners - Recognizing your 2012 Committee Chairs, NC Workforce Housing Specialists, and other volunteers/members
- Enjoying a delicious holiday meal by Middle of the Island - Menu
- Cleaning out those pantries and bringing can goods to donate to Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina - monetary donations will also be accepted
Wednesday, December 5 - 11:30AM to 1:30PM
Registration at 10:50AM, Arrive No Later than 11:30AM
The Terraces on Sir Tyler - 1826 Sir Tyler Drive
Free for Members, $15 Non-Members & Guests
(No-Shows will be charged $15 fee.)
Sign-up by Monday, December 3 at 5PM
Hosted by the WRAR Member Services Committee
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PROTECT THE MID: Call for Action to Launch Today
Sometime today, NAR will launch an all member Call for Action regarding proposed changes to the Mortgage Interest Deduction (MID). By now you have seen numerous news reports concerning the "Fiscal Cliff." Many of these reports speculate that a change to the long-standing policy that allows homeowners to deduct mortgage interest payments from their income taxes could be part of a "Fiscal Cliff" deal. The Call for Action will ask you and your fellow REALTORS® to "remind" Congress about our position on any proposed changes to the mortgage interest deduction. ALSO, please send the CFA to your clients and stay tuned to your email as your participation is critical.
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WATCH: The Joan Lopez Story 
Your contributions and support to the Wilmington REALTORS® Foundation over the years have tremendously impacted our community, other local non-profits and your fellow REALTORS® who have experienced catastrophic illnesses. Please watch the video linked above about Joan Lopez with Live Oak Real Estate and how the Foundation has helped her battle cancer. Thanks for your support!
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Follow the link above for full details of proposed amendments which will be voted on by the membership at the 4th Quarterly Meeting and Holiday Luncheon, December 5, 2012. Your Board of Directors already approved this Bylaws provision on Thursday - WRAR & MLS meeting minutes can be found here.
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Deadline for All Dues to be Paid is December 31,
Other Important Billing Details
On Monday, October 1, your local, state & national dues statements were emailed to you via the email address that you currently have on file with us. Credit card processing for dues will not occur until November 19th. All dues must be paid by December 31, 2012 or your membership terminates. All dues are non-refundable. If you have any specific questions regarding this, please call the WRAR office at (910) 762-7400. Thank you for your membership!
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 EXCLUSIVE TRAININGYour MLS is excited to announce that the Listingbook AI client servicing platform will be available to all MLS Members on December 10! Click the link above to learn more about this and register for Exclusive Training events held by Listingbook staff at the WRAR Office on December 6 & 7. Read more via link above and sign up for one of the training sessions.
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Young Professionals Network Holiday Mixer
- Socialize and spread holiday cheer with friends and colleagues
- Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres, 2 drinks tickets a person
Wednesday, December 12 - 6:00PM to 8:00PM
The Pub at Sweet and Savory, 2012 Eastwood Rd
REGISTER NOW
Deadline is Tuesday, December 11 at 5PM
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 2013 Installation Banquet
- Come support your new WRAR President, R.J. Alex of Century 21 Sweyer and Assoc., as he and your 2013 Officers and Directors are installed
- Find out the winners of the REALTOR® of the Year, Salesperson of the Year and Hall of Fame Awards
- Network and socialize with your peers & colleagues
- Enjoy authentic Greek Cuisine from Angie's of Chris' Restaurant
Friday, January 4 - 6:30PM to 11:00PM
The Terraces on Sir Tyler - 1826 Sir Tyler Drive
Semi-Formal Attire, Black-Tie Optional
$25 for Members, $30 for Non-Members & Guests
*Ticket price includes two complimentary drink tickets
REGISTER NOW
Deadline is Monday, December 31 at 5PM
Hosted by the WRAR Member Services Committee
Coming as a group? RESERVE YOUR OWN TABLE!
Contact Caitlin at CHoffman@WRAR.com or 910.202.1586 prior to
December 31st to reserve your table of 10. Fee of $50 applies.
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Monday, December 31, 2012 - 8:00PM to 1:00AM
The Terraces on Sir Tyler, 1826 Sir Tyler Drive
Proceeds to Benefit Suicide Awareness & Mental Health in our community and to honor of Monique K. Parkin. Follow link for details.
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SAVE THE DATES
- REALTOR® ReCharge - February 28, 2013
- Past Presidents' Luncheon - March 6, 2013
- Nationwide Open House Weekend - April 20 & 21, 2013
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BEST PRACTICES
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