WRAR's Broker Briefing - Weekly Email Newsletter

 TOP NEWS - MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2013

DEADLINE IS TOMORROW @ 5PM
2013 LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST
Sponsored by Envision Mortgage
Join us to hear from these elected officials:
  • Rick Catlin, NC House of Representatives - District 20
  • Ted Davis, Jr., NC House of Representatives - District 19
  • Elizabeth King, Wrightsville Beach Alderman
  • Dean Lambert, Kure Beach Mayor
  • Bob Lewis, Carolina Beach Mayor
  • Earl Sheridan, City of Wilmington Mayor Pro-Tem
Incredible opportunity to ensure your voice is heard and:
  • Gain valuable insight regarding current legislation that could affect the real estate industry including the possibility of eliminating the state mortgage interest deduction  
  • Get updates on state and local issues while enjoying a delicious breakfast - VIEW MENU 
  • Engage with elected officials via Q&A session
Friday, April 26th - 8:30AM to 10:30AM
*Registration begins at 8AM, Breakfast will be served at 8:30AM.
Please arrive no later than 8:15AM.

The Terraces on Sir Tyler - 1826 Sir Tyler Drive
Complimentary for Members, $10 for Guests
($10 No-Show Fee Applies!)

Hosted by the WRAR Governmental Affairs Department & the
Member Services Committee


 LOCAL & STATE

Click the link above to download an application and APPLY TODAY to serve on the 2014 WRAR Board of Directors. Once on this page, the application links for Director Positions and Vice President are listed 4th and 5th on this page respectively. All REALTORŪ members are encouraged to apply. Deadline for the submission: May 7 at 12 noon.

 UPCOMING EVENTS 

REALTORŪ Legislative Day Bus Trip 2013
Now, more than ever, REALTORSŪ need to be ACTIVE in letting their legislators know how they feel about current legislation which could:
  • Eliminate the Mortgage Interest Deduction (MID)
  • Effect the Property Tax Deduction
  • Implement a Tax on Services and more!
All of these issues would have a detrimental effect on the real estate industry. Please consider participating in this day bus trip... Join your fellow REALTORSŪ in our state capital to:
  • Meet directly with our local State Senators and Representatives and tell them what's important to you
  • Discuss with them what concerns and questions you have regarding current and future legislation and its impact on our industry.
Wednesday, April 24th - 6:45AM to 4:00PM
FREE for All WRAR Members
This is a joint effort with BCAR, so the bus will stop in Wilmington at the COST CO Parking Lot by 6:45AM to pick up all WRAR Members who've signed up. The bus will depart from Raleigh at around 1PM and stop for lunch at Cracker Barrel before returning around 4PM.

DEADLINE: TUESDAY, APRIL 23RD @ 12 NOON

I Wanna Bee - A Good Neighbor 2013I Wanna Bee...
A Good Neighbor
Hosted by WRAR Partners for
Affordable Homeownership & the
Young Professionals Network


Volunteer with PAH, YPN and
the Wilmington Area Rebuilding
Ministry (WARM) to helpfamilies in Wilmington with homes in need of repairs. All skill levels are encouraged and welcomed!

Wednesday-Friday, May 15, 16, 17, 2013
8am-12pm or 11:30am-3:30pm (Each Day)
Questions? Like to Make a Donation or Sponsor this Event?
Contact Sarah Mebane at 910.815.2835
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Young Professionals Network of WRAR Spring YPN Mixer
Come relax, network, enjoy drinks & hors d' oeuvres and have some fun with friends and colleagues at the Young Professionals Network Mixer. Did we mention FREE pool? RSVP via the registration link below by May 21st at 5PM. Complimentary for WRAR Members and their guests.

Thursday, May 23rd - 6:00PM to 8:00PM
Fox and Hound @ Mayfaire

 GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS

Call for Action: Preserve Homeowner Rights on Design & Aesthetic Control

Catlin, Millis Introduce Bill to Change Film Incentive

New Hanover Board Discusses Berger Removal

Wilmington Chamber of Commerce Outlines Future Initiatives

NCAR Government Affairs Update 04/19/13

Fate of Water Street Property Remains Cloudy

Updates Offered for Flood Insurance Changes

City Accepts Request to Change Mixed Use Sign Rules

Hagan Asks for Reconsideration of Wilmington MSA Change
> For more Gov Affairs news, info & events, please Click Here.  

 MLS TRAINING VIDEO: Customizing the Home Page  

Get the most out of your customizable MLS Home page.
Click image below to watch & learn.

MLS Training Video: Customizing the Home Page
 NAR's MVP PROGRAM
NAR's MVP Member Offer  
April 16th MVP Member Offer

YOUR ACTION:
Register for NAR's Midyear Trade Expo

YOUR REWARD:

Free 2013 Profile of Buyers' Home Feature Preferences - Download

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CONT. EDUCATION

DESIGNATION COURSES

GOV AFFAIRS

UPCOMING EVENTS

COMMITTEE MEETINGS

LUNCHEONS

CHARITY & COMMUNITY

THOUGHTS & PRAYERS

WRAR STAFF

BROKER BREEZE BLOG

Open House Realtor Store Deals Extended!

 NATIONAL

Fannie: Housing Recovery 'More Robust' Than Anticipated

Builders Step Up Construction Due to Rising Demand

Loan Demand Picks Up Steam

NAR President Thomas Touts Nationwide Open House

Downsizing Baby Boomers Head to Urban Areas

Are Home Prices Rising Too Fast?

Lenders Have High Hopes for Housing Rebound

WIN $10,000 for Your Community Project!
Do you know someone who is deserving of REALTORŪ Magazine's Good Neighbor Award? NAR wants to hear from you! Follow the link above, then fax 910-762-9860 or email lois@wrar.com a copy of your entry form. Deadline: May 20, 2013, 6:00PM EDT. If you have any questions about this award, contact Sara Geimer at sgeimer@realtors.org or (312) 329-8296.

 2013 SAVE THE DATES 

Legal Seminar - June 17
Hosted by WRAR Professional Development Committee


Annual Meeting and Election
- September 5

 

Holiday Meeting and Awards Luncheon - December 4

 

BIZ & TECH TIPS


BEST PRACTICES 
Short Sales for the
Buyers Agent  
Before you do a short sale, you should read NAR's Short Sale Workflow. Read More

 

OFFICE SAFETY

Upon entering a house for the first time, check all rooms and determine several "escape" routes. Read More 

 

RPR  
RPR Version 1.22 is now available. Be sure to check out the improvements as well as upcoming features that are in future releases of RPR. Read More

TECHNOLOGY

If you are on a Windows PC, Service Packs are essential for fixing errors and securing your system. To get the latest service pack or to see if you already have it installed, be sure to visit Microsoft's Service Pack Center.

SUPRA

iPhone Adapter Users
Do you have your iPhone Adapter on your key ring? If you do, be cautious if you have a lot of keys on the same key ring. Some members have lost their equipment from its holder due to the keys hitting the adapter and dislodging it. You may want to secure the adapter with a rubber band so that it will not dislodge from the holder or store your adapter in another location other than the key ring.

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