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Upcoming Events and Deadlines
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For more information on MCAR's Upcoming Events, visit our Calendar of Events www.momls.com.
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We are pleased to announce that again this year the MCAR Board of Directors has approved a dues reduction for 2016.
The annual local dues for all current MCAR members will be $40 for the coming year, which is the lowest local Association dues in the state of New Jersey.
Total dues for 2016, which will include National ($155), State ($135) and Local ($40), will be $330. This reflects a $20 advocacy-based dues increase from New Jersey REALTORS®.
Dues for MCAR members are due and payable by Monday, January 4, 2016. You can pay your dues invoice online at Internet Member Services, ims.momls.com, or by sending a check to MCAR, 4000 Rt. 66, One Hovchild Plaza, Suite 210, Tinton Falls, NJ 07753. |
MOMLS Member Benefit - RETechnology
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RE Technology is FREE educational platform that shows real estate agents and brokers how to use and evaluate technology to grow their business. When you subscribe, you gain exclusive access to features like:
- Daily educational articles
- Technology product review
- A comprehensive directory of real estate apps and solutions in 100+ product categories
- Annual Technology Guide
- The latest technology and industry news
- Live educational webinars...and more!
You can access RETechnology under the Products tab on Flexmls.com
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New Jersey REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Sales Award® Applications Are Available Now!
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This prestigious program comprises two awards: The NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Award and the NJ REALTORS® Distinguished Sales Club application.
The NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Sales Award recognizes those members who have demonstrated excellence in the field of salesmanship.
The NJ REALTORS® Distinguished Sales Club Award is presented to NJ REALTORS® members who have been recipients of the Circle of Excellence Sales Award® for 10 years (which need not be consecutively earned).
Click here to download the applications
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Jump Start Your New Year with MCAR's 2016 CE Classes
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The Monmouth County Association of REALTORS® is offering cost-effective CE classes in our Tinton Falls and Manasquan Offices. Don't wait, get your CE requirements done early!
For more information visit the Continuing Education page of www.MOMLS.com.
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MCAR Selects Recipient Of REALTOR® Service Award
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The MCAR REALTOR® Service Award is presented to a dedicated MCAR member who has rendered outstanding and distinguished service to the real estate profession and to the Association. This award is presented to a REALTOR® or REALTOR®-Associate and is selected by an Awards Committee chosen by the President.
We are pleased to announce that the recipient of the 2015 MCAR REALTOR® Service Award is Jack Preston of Woodward Realty!
Jack is a past President and has been a member of our Board of Directors for over 30 years. He has served in some capacity on every single committee we have. Jack is an active member of the real estate community and has helped lead our Association for as long as anyone can remember. Congratulations Jack!
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| | Don Willis, Gloria Woodward, Jack Preston and Robert White |
Jack was presented the award at our Annual Committee Luncheon. Click here to view the photo album. |
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2015 Triple Play REALTOR® Conference and Expo
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Thousands of REALTORS® from across New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania gathered at Triple Play 2015 to take advantage of the educational offerings and learn about the latest industry products at the Trade Expo. Attendees also benefited from even more networking opportunities and REALTORS® took advantage of attending sessions that qualified for mandatory Continuing Education credits.
Our MCAR REALTOR® of the Year, Robert White, was recognized at the NJAR® Awards Ceremony, along with MCAR and NJ REALTORS® REALTOR®-Associate of the Year, Mary Nuziale.
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| Exec. VP Don Willis, Robert White
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Our Triple Play Hospitality Suite was once again a tremendous success, and hundreds of REALTORS® came by to enjoy a night of great food, music and networking.
A special thank you to our Hospitality Suite Sponsors: Advisors Mortgage, ServPro of Freehold, Tour Factory, Corridor Mortgage, HJ Freile and Foundation Title.
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Your Monthly Market Update
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Stats by 10K Research & Marketing. 10K provides unique local, county and state market research to New Jersey REALTORS® members. Click here for more information and to view the statistics by municipality.
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An Important Message From Supra and MOMLS
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The Monmouth/ Ocean Multiple Listing Service along with Supra will be hosting a Key and Keybox Exchange in January 2016.MONMOUTH ISSUED KEYS AND LOCKBOXES ONLY
The Exchange will take place in both Monmouth and Ocean Counties. The Exchange in Monmouth County will be January 18 - 20 at the Sheraton in Eatontown. The Exchange in Ocean County will be January 21& 22 at the Toms River Hotel. MOMLS participants can attend either location.
Please see the links below for more details.
Agents who are currently utilizing their smart phone as a lock box key (eKey) do not have to come to the Exchange, UNLESS YOU HAVE A LOCKBOX TO EXCHANGE.
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RE Commission Disciplinary Action - Sept.
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A licensed New Jersey real estate Salesperson, Union County - By Final Order of Determination dated September 16, 2015, the Commission determined the Salesperson to be in violation of N.J.A.C. 11:5-4.1 by actively engaging in the real estate business as a real estate salesperson without the requisite signed Independent Contractor Agreement. A $2,500 fine was imposed.
A formerly licensed New Jersey real estate Broker, Monmouth County - By Consent Order dated September 29, 2015, Broker admitted to being in violation of N.J.A.C. 11:5-3.9(a) by failing to return the licenses of five (5) licensees within five (5) business days of when the Broker ceased to be active and violating N.J.A.C. 11:5-3.9(c) by failing to file an office closing affidavit within thirty (30) days of the date of which the Broker ceased engaging in the real estate brokerage business. A fine of $1,500 was imposed.
An unlicensed person, Hudson County - By Final Order of Determination dated September 4, 2015, the Commission determined said person to be in violation of N.J.S.A. 45:15-9 by becoming unruly and threatening in a licensing test facility. The Commission further determined said person to be in violation of N.J.A.C. 11:5-3.4(a) by referring to a text book during the course of the state examination. Said person is barred from taking the New Jersey real estate salesperson's class and state examination for a period of one (1) year from October 7, 2014, and shall requalify in accordance with the Commission's regulation then in effect.
A licensed New Jersey real estate Broker, Middlesex County - By Consent Order dated September 29, 2015, Broker admitted to being in violation of N.J.A.C. 11:5-4.2(a) by failing to supervise the activities of a salesperson under Broker's employ and to being in violation of N.J.A.C. 11:5-6.4(a) by failing to collect the second deposit in a transaction. A fine of $3,000 was imposed.
A licensed New Jersey real estate Broker-salesperson, Middlesex County - By Consent Order dated September 29, 2015, Broker-salesperson admits to being in violation of N.J.A.C. 11:5-6.4 and N.J.S.A. 45:15-17(a) by failing to collect all deposits as required and by preparing and presenting executed contracts stating the agency was holding said deposits in three separate transactions.
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The mission of the Monmouth County Association of REALTORS® is to provide education, technology, and ethical resources.
We maintain high standards of integrity, honor and professional practice among our members.
Our goal is to promote REALTORS® as true professionals essential to the real estate process.
We are the local voice of real estate and advocates for private property rights.
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Affiliate members of MCAR are individuals and businesses that provide a product or service relative to the real estate industry.
We encourage our REALTOR® members to utilize the services of our Affiliates.
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Affiliates Host Holiday Party
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The MCAR Affiliates hosted yet another successful event recently for our REALTOR® members. Affiliates and REALTORS® came out for the "Eat, Drink and be Merry" party and enjoyed great food, beverages and networking at the Dublin House in Red Bank. And with DJ Tara in the house, a great time was had by all!
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In 2016 MOMLS will be offering training classes on the Flexmls system in our Tinton Falls, Manasquan and Toms River offices.
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MCAR Offices Holiday Closings
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The MCAR offices will be closed Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1 in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays.
MCAR wishes all our members a safe and happy holiday and a prosperous New Year!
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ZipForms Benefit for REALTORS®
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New Jersey Realtors® is pleased to announce that in 2016 all members will be provided with a new online forms platform, powered by zipForms®.
At NJ Realtors® we strive to provide the best programs and services for our members and are pleased to let you know that e-signature and broker office management tools will be included at no cost to you.
If you currently use the old platform, Form Simplicity, you will need to transition to using zipForms® by the end of the month. You will not be able to create new, or edit existing, transactions after Dec. 31, 2015.
If you still have forms in Form Simplicity you must download your old transactions and save them to your computer or print no later than February 28, 2016. These forms will not be editable in zipForms®.
Follow this quick guide to start downloading your forms from Form Simplicity and keep an eye out for zipForms® training information soon.
If you have any questions, please contact NJ Realtors® at 732-494-5616.
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