WRAR Broker Briefing Weekly Email Newsletter

MONDAY, MAY 26, 2014

 TOP NEWS 

Realtors Property Resource
Realtors Property Resource Training is TOMORROW!!!
RPR is a database of over 166 million property records built from public record and assessment information. Then, MLS data is added, vital information to create the exclusive RVM - the most reliable valuation model available.

Spend some time with us and discover how RPR� can easily help you impress your customers with the information they want and the valuable information they need, all included in your REALTOR� dues.

Tuesday, May 27 - WRAR Office, Free for Members
Click on the Sessions Below to Register! NOTE: Office Staff is also encouraged to attend these sessions with you, so please register them as guests when signing up.

 LOCAL & STATE

WRAR Office Closed Today
Your Association office is closed today in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

 GOV AFFAIRS

Jump aboard a charter bus to Raleigh as the Association joins with the Brunswick County Association of REALTORS� to travel to the NC Capitol for meetings with state legislators on Wed., June 18.
Ride the REALTOR� Party Express to Raleigh on June 18
Free breakfast, free lunch, an opportunity to learn about the important issues facing REALTORS� and meet face-to-face with state officials, all in one day. Learn more and grab your seat via link above - only 36 seats available!

TOP ISSUES
The following issues are top priority for your Gov Affairs Department. Please click the links below for the latest on each:

 UPCOMING EVENTS 

Lunch and Learn: Successfully Selling HUD Homes
Looking for ways to increase your real estate sales and maximize your income potential? If the answer is "YES", here is an educational opportunity that you won't want to miss!
    
Wednesday, May 28 - 11:00AM to 12:30PM
WRAR 3rd Floor Ballroom, FREE for Members, Boxed lunch included

Hosted by WRAR Professional Development Committee
Sponsored by Wendy McCoy, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

Morning Buzz - April 15, 2010 Morning Buzz: Affordable Housing & Workforce Specialist
Come learn about the WHS Certification and affordable housing opportunities in our community - both will pay you back in new business!    

Thursday, May 29, 9:00AM to 10:30AM
WRAR 1st Floor Classroom, Space is limited
Continental breakfast provided
FREE for Members, $5 No Show Fee Applies

Hosted by WRAR Professional Development Committee

 NATIONAL  

NAR Board OKs Mandatory Core Association Standards 

All REALTOR� associations will be required to operate under new standards passed on May 17 by NAR's Board of Directors.

 

Home Sales Struggle, But Improvement Seen

 

Experts: Home-Price Appreciation to Slow Down Through 2016

 

REALTOR� Broker Summit to be Held in Atlanta, August 6-7 

 

Sellers Have Nowhere to Go After the Sale

 

Mortgage Giant Tweaks 5 Projections for Housing in 2014 

 

REALTORS� See Growing Incomes for Third Year in Row 

 

Survey: Most Parents Make Home-Buying Decisions Around Their Kids 

 

10 Facebook Dos and Don'ts for REALTORS�

 Member Homepage vs. Consumer Homepage - Which one?! 

Watch this short video showing you how to easily discern whether you're on your WRAR.com Member Homepage or the WRAR.com Consumer's Homepage. This will help you locate important content for your business and valuable content to share with your clients.

Member Homepage vs. Consumer Homepage - Which one?!

 WRAR PARTNERS  

FREE 14-Day Trial of DocSign for REALTORS� PLUS - Also, check out the newly released DocuSign for Real Estate PLUS, Broker Edition. Click the link above to learn more now!

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BROKER LUNCHEONS

THOUGHTS & PRAYERS

CALENDAR

WRAR STAFF

 BIZ & TECH TIPS

BEST PRACTICES 
Selling Brokers: Communication is Key - As soon as the property goes under contract, all inspections and appraisals should be scheduled to meet the contract deadlines. If conflicts arise communicate changes promptly.
Read More Best Practices

 

SAFETY

Exercise caution when being approached by a vehicle with blue lights at night. Call 911 to identify the vehicle, turn on your flashers to acknowledge that you see the police car, and keep moving until you're in a well-lit area. A legitimate law enforcement official will understand your caution.

 

MLS DEFINITIONS
Did You Know... That the MARKETING DATE of the listing agreement is also the Listing Date?

Where the Seller has authorized a MARKETING DATE, the Listing Date in the MLS would be the MARKETING DATE of the listing agreement.

To review all definitions: Login into WRAR.com, then go to Departments >
Technology & MLS >
MLS Definitions (Click Here if already logged in.) 

  

TECHNOLOGY
Engage Your Clients with Realtor.com� Mobile Collaborative Search
You can now unlock these powerful Agent Features in the Realtor.com� mobile app for your iOS or Android device. Learn more via the link above.

RPR 
Did you know you could contact RPR 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Through Live Chat you will be connected to an RPR agent trained in assisting you with your issue, or question. Looking to speak to someone directly? RPR's support number at (877)977-7576 can be used to get live support, 24/7.

SUPRA

Unauthorized Use of a KeyBox
Placing a KeyBox on a property that is not in the MLS will be subject to a fine of not less than $100 and/or suspension as determined by the Board of Directors.

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NAR's MVP Member Offer
May 16-31              
 
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