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.

Member Benefit for BCAR Members! Free Electronic Forms, ZipForm Plus. 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.

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!

Want to learn more about the cutting edge? Join Bucks County REALTOR� Association's YPN "Young Professional Network"

http://paypn.com

Whether you're young in the business or young at heart,

YPN offers something for everyone!

DocuSign is a provider of cloud-based electronic signature technology that facilitates exchanges of contracts, tax documents and legal materials and it will work with ZipForms.

BCAR is offering DocuSign as a FREE member benefit. An activation email was sent to every BCAR member. If you need the activation email resent, please contact Kelly Wenhold, Director of Member Services at kelly@bucksrealtor.com 215-956-9176.

Cartavi is web-based software that lets you securely share documents with everyone involved in the process of buying or selling residential real estate. It gives you one place to store, access, and share all your transaction documents from your desk or on the go. Cartavi is a hosted application (nothing to install or update), which you can access from anywhere you have an internet connection and a supported browser (Firefox, Safari, Chrome, and Internet Explorer 8 or later). If you have a mobile device, download Cartavi's free mobile apps for Apple and Android devices.

BCAR is offering Cartavi as a FREE member benefit. Use promo code "1452bucks".

Bucks County Association of REALTORS�, Inc.

Weekly Update Newsletter

December 9, 2013

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.

Installation of Officers

Our 2014 officers were installed on December 5 at our Annual Holiday Luncheon.

L to R

Alex Shnayder

President Elect

Chris Beadling

President

Maryellen O'Brien

Vice President

Not Shown - Maureen Scanlin, Treasurer

More photos of the Holiday Luncheon can be found on our Facebook page.

REALTOR of the Year

Maryellen O'Brien (right), last year's recipient, presented the 2013 REALTOR of the Year Award to Myra Savich.

Congratulations Peggy Mumme

Dennis Lawrence, BCAR President,

presented Peggy Mumme with her REALTOR Emeritus award at our expo in October. Peggy is licensed with Coldwell Banker Hearthside in Yardley.

Health Insurance and the Affordable Care Act: What REALTORS� Can Do Today

In the uncertain landscape in the world of health insurance reform, REALTORS� have turned to their national association asking where to begin and how to search for what meets their individual or small business insurance needs. And, member confusion grows, especially since the Affordable Care Act (ACA) makes insurance purchases mandatory in 2014. To answer these calls, NAR has developed a plan to help and guide members. Click here to learn more.

Fair Housing & Zoning Webinar

Tuesday December 10, 2013

6:30 - 8:00 PM

The Fair Housing Council of Suburban Philadelphia and the Bucks County Department of Community and Business Development invite you to attend a FREE webinar on the nexus between the Fair Housing Act and local zoning and land use decisions. The presentation will review local obligations to affirmatively further fair housing and information on various zoning topics including group homes, age-restricted housing, reasonable accommodations, design and construction guidelines and occupancy restrictions.

Committee Involvement 2014

The following are brief descriptions of the Association's Committees for the coming year. We would welcome your input, ideas and participation. Please become a part of your Association's Team by signing up for a committee today.

Affiliate Committee

Open to Affiliate Members Only. The mission of the Affiliate Committee is to develop ideas and organize programs and activities to provide mutually beneficial opportunities between Affiliate and REALTOR� members. Committee activities include: Bucks Break Business Card Exchanges and Ask the Experts Seminars.

Diversity Committee

The mission of the Diversity Committee is to promote and support equal opportunity and cultural diversity among members and consumers through activities and education.

Reach Out Committee

The Reach Out Committee supports non-profit, charitable organizations with a housing and shelter-related focus, which enrich the quality of life and support the human need of the Bucks County Community. This is done through charitable events throughout the year, but especially during REALTOR� Reach Out month in October.

REALTORS� Political Action Committee

The REALTORS� Political Action Committee (RPAC) is charged with the responsibility of promoting and striving for the improvement of government by encouraging REALTORS� and others to take a more active and effective part in governmental affairs and to understand the nature and actions of their government. This committee is also responsible for supporting candidates for election to national, state and local legislative and executive offices and raising the funds necessary to do so.

Become a Member of the BCAR Team
Sign Up For an Association Committee Today!
Contact Kelly Wenhold, Director of Member Services
215-956-9176 kelly@bucksrealtor.com

2014 Dues Bills

Your 2014 dues bill can be found by logging in on www.bucksrealtor.com. Payment is due by January 1, 2014.

YPN at Triple Play

You're invited to YPN's Kick Off Party on Monday, December 9 from 8-11pm during the Triple Play Convention at Caesars' Dusk Nightclub. Free drink ticket for the first 500 guests. Show your Triple Play name badge to enter.