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NAR's exclusive online real estate database "REALTORS Property Resource" will provide REALTORS with data on every parcel of property in the United States, giving brokers and agents valuable tools and features to make them better informed and to increase their efficiency in the marketpalce. Go to https://www.narrpr.com/ and click Create New Account. |
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Member Benefit for BCAR Members! Free Electronic Forms, ZipForm 6 Professional Edition. It only takes two minutes to register! Click here After getting into the website, click on Bucks County Association in drop-down menu and then click on Order Now. You will then be asked for your NRDS number and your last name. You can also go to our website, www.bucksrealtor.com and click on the zipLogix logo. Any questions, contact Zip's customer service 800-383-9805 or BCAR Staff 215-956-9176.
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When you shop through the link on our website, www.bucksrealtor.com you will received a 10% discount using discount code BCAR or click here and start shopping! |
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Want to learn more about the cutting edge? Join Bucks County REALTOR® Association's YPN "Young Professional Network"
Whether you're young in the business or young at heart,
YPN offers something for everyone!
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Bucks County Association of REALTORS®, Inc.
Weekly Update Newsletter
October 7, 2013
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RPAC's Weekly Top 10 Countdown
WHY SUPPORT RPAC? At every level of government, your investment in the REALTORS Political Action Committee (RPAC) is protecting your business. RPAC ensures REALTORS have a seat at the table when legislation affecting real estate sales and property rights is introduced. Your annual $15 "Fair Share" contribution ensures that RPAC can continue to support candidates for public office that support home ownership and the real estate industry.
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A seat at the property tax reform table. Pennsylvania legislators are considering substantial reforms to the current property tax system. Any reform of the current system will likely have a major impact on the real estate industry and consumers. RPAC will be at the table during these important negotiations, making certain that the interests of home owners are well served!
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Congrats!
 Congratulations to Todd Polinchock who was elected First Vice President of the Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS. |
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Last Chance to Register!
BCAR Education & Expo
October 9, 2013
Radisson Hotel, Trevose
FREE for BCAR Members!
3 Ways to Register!
2- Email kelly@bucksrealtor.com
Call - 215-956-9176
Grand Opening of BCREI
3.5 hours of CE for 5.31.2014 Renewal
"Appraisal Basics - From an Appraiser"
Event Sponsors:
"America's Luxury Home Builder"
"Multiple Listing Service"
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A Note from SRA...Act 99 of 2000
The Pennsylvania Municipal Code and Ordinance Compliance Act ("MCOCA") requires that "a
municipality shall not refuse to issue a use and occupancy certificate ... on the basis of a substantial
violation or require the correction of a substantial violation as a condition to issuing a use and
occupancy certificate ... unless the substantial violation renders the property unfit for habitation."
In other words, unless a municipality is condemning a property because it is "unfit for habitation," they must
issue a temporary use and occupancy permit that allows a real estate transaction to close.
Furthermore, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has held that local ordinances that attempt to force repairs
prior to settlement "may not stand as an obstacle to the execution of the full purposes and objectives
of the [MCOCA]." Holts' Cigar Co., 10 A.3d 907. |
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Blood Drive
 Please join us for our Blood Drive for REALTORS Reach Out Month on October 30 from 9am to 2pm at BCAR Headquarters. Bring a friend!
Click here to register
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Ask the Experts...Marketing for REALTORS
Free event for BCAR members!
Topics & Speakers:
SEO Expert: The REALTORS Edge by Nate Nichols, Teal Orbit
What is SEO? The Difference between SEO and SEM. How is SEO applicable to your site? What are appropriate expectations for SEM. Spend. Website / landing page
Benefits of Home Staging vs. Decorating by Jackie Hill, CID, Owner, Spirit of Redesign
Financial, Emotional and Visual
Real Estate Junk Removal by Stewart Gritz, Junk King
Addressing all areas of residence, In-home, Out of home, What to expect, Customer service, The Process, Recycling, Insurance, Finance the Junk King (strategy)
Old School vs New School Marketing by Joe Lanza, Creative Real Estate Marketing
Post card marketing.. It doesn't work or does it? Understanding why most REALTORS think this kind of marketing does not work! What is the difference between a message and a trigger? What is the main objective when doing card or print marketing? How can you combined print marketing with Internet/visual marketing? What is the key to a successful marking campaign?
Date: Wednesday, October 16
Time: 9:30-11:30am Refreshments starting at 9am
Location: BCAR Headquarters, 1452 Old York Rd, Warminster, Pennsylvania
3 Ways to Register!
1 - Online www.bucksrealtor.com
2 - Email kelly@bucksrealtor.com
3 - Call 215-956-9176
Sponsored by the BCAR Affiliate Committee
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Bucks Break
 You're cordially invited our next Bucks Break:
Date: Thursday, October 17 Time: 5-7pm Place: Warrington Glen by Toll Brothers, 19 Folly Rd, Warrington, Pennsylvania The food, beer & wine are complimentary. Door prizes will be sponsored by the BCAR Affiliate Committee. |
 During the month of October, we will be collecting items for "Thanksgiving Dinner" bags for the Bucks County Housing Group Food Pantries in
Milford Square, Doylestown & Penndel Suggested non-perishable donations: Boxed mashed potatoes Canned yams Boxed stuffing mix Canned corn Canned green beans Canned fruit Cranberry sauce Canned pumpkin or boxed dessert mixes Gravy Salad dressing $15 grocery store gift card (to be used for turkey) Disposable roasting pan Non-Food Festive napkins, kids holiday books, candles, favorite recipes, handmade cards Deadline October 30, 2013 Drop-off Locations: - Coldwell Banker Hearthside, 212 N Main St., Doylestown
- Weidel , 525 N. Main St., Doylestown
- Troy Group Inc., 2370 York Rd, Suite C5, Jamison
- Bucks County Association of REALTORS, 1452 Old York Rd, Warminster
- Coldwell Banker Heritage, 1448 W. Broad St, Quakertown
- Weidel, 10 N. Main St., Yardley
- Prudential Fox & Roach, 677-693 S. State St., Newtown
- RE/MAX Realty Services, 1955 Street Rd, Bensalem
Any questions, contact Kelly Wenhold, Director of Member Services 215-956-9176 kelly@bucksrealtor.com |
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