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Business Partners:
Are You Interested in Marketing Your Company with Us?
If you are a business partner and would like to promote your company online and in our newsletter, please email Simone Petche at spetche-antuono@pgpcnprealtors.com.
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3320 Loveland Blvd
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
941-629-8261
Linda Pizarro Chief Executive Officer 941-258-3040
Anthony Antuono Director of Professional Development/Grievance & Prof. Standards/MLS 941-629-8943 Karen Demers Executive Assistant 941-629-8261 Simone Petche-Antuono Marketing/Social Media/Photography 941-629-8261 Sonya Shatney Membership Coordinator 941-258-3041 Mary Tombs Receptionist/Lockboxes & Keypads/Event Planner 941-629-8261 |
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 *Only a few days left to register*
2016 Economic Outlook Conference
February 11th, 9am - 1pm
PGPCNP Association Auditorium
Join us for this year's Economic Outlook Conference, featuring keynote speaker and noted economist, Dr. Ted Jones, of Stewart Title. We will have a series of morning sessions led by local experts who will explore the residential and commercial real estate markets, as well as the market outlook for the North Port, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, and Desoto areas. Cost: PGPCNP Education Passport Members: Free PGPCNP Non-Education Passport Members: $15 Non-PGPCNP Members: $30 For more information and to register, please visit:
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2015 Million Dollar Club application available
The Million Dollar Reception will be held on April 28, 2016 at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center. Please complete the Million Dollar Club application (can be filled out directly on your computer) by clicking here to download it and email it to Mary at mtombs@pgpcnprealtors.com or fax to 941-627-4142.
All applications are due no later than February 26, 2016.
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Toastmasters Workshop
February 16th, 6pm
PGPCNP Association Auditorium
Regardless of where or to whom you speak, or whether you are selling an idea, product, or service, discover keys to unlocking the door to your speaking potential. Find out the most common mistakes presenters make, how to remedy or avoid them, and ultimately connect with your audiences and have them buy into your message!
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Support a Reduction of the Business Rent Tax!
(Click on the Image Below to View Video)
Florida Realtors and its coalition partners are urging the Legislature to support a reduction of 1% in the Business Rent Tax.
TAKE ACTION TODAY! And ask your Senator and Representative to support a 1% reduction in the Business Rent Tax.
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College scholarships: Apply now
Florida Realtors' 2016 Student Scholarship Program is now accepting applications - but hurry. The deadline to apply for $1,000-plus college money is March 7. Read more.
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Verify your CE credits online with DBPR
It is very important that you keep all your continuing education letters to validate your coursework. These letters will tell you the course names and how many credits you received. If the credits did not get transmitted to DBPR, you will be able to use them to verify your attendance.
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Featured Items
Double Wall 16 oz. Acrylic Tumbler
Being a REALTOR® keeps you busy and on the go! Stay stylishly hydrated with this REALTOR® Logo clear insulated tumbler!
- Durable clear acrylic and polypropylene material make this the ideal tumbler to beautifully show off your profession.
- The tumbler holds 16 oz. of your favorite hot or cold drink and keeps the drink at the perfect temperature for longer than other tumblers while preventing condensation, thanks to its double wall construction.
Price: $10.45 plus tax
 14 oz. Stainless Steel Tumbler
- Preview properties, caravan or just run errands with your hot REALTOR® logo coffee tumbler by your side. Let everyone know you are a REALTOR®!
- 14 ounce Stainless Steel Tumbler inside and outside.
- Curved for easy grip to hold.
- This product is 3rd party tested by in the US to meet US metal standards for drinkware.
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14 Hour License Renewal Series
February 25-26, 2016
9:00am - 5:00pm each day
Live Class Instruction
Instructors:
Bob Riddle
Scott DeGregorio
Cynthia DeLuca
Day 1: February 25th
Session 1: Core Law: Minimizing the Risk
Instructor: Bob Riddle
Credit: 3 HRS of CE
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Session 2: Negotiating Skills for Today's Real Estate Professional
Instructor: Scott DeGregorio
Credit: 4 HRS of CE
Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm
Day 2: February 26th
Session 1: Roadmap to a Successful Closing
Instructor: Cynthia Deluca
CE Credit: 3 HRS of CE
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Session 2: Pricing in a Competitive Market
Instructor: Cynthia DeLuca
CE Credit: 4 HRS of CE
Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm
Cost:
PGPCNP Education Passport Members: Free
PGPCNP Non-Education Passport Members: $15 per class, $60 for entire series
Non PGPCNP Members: $20 per class, $80 for entire series
To Register:
*Important Notice:*
When registering, please identify which session you would like to register for and the day.
Pre-registration and pre-payment are required prior to arrival. Your seat will not be reserved until payment is received at least 2 days before the class. We will not take payments at the door.
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FAR Bar and Contract for Sale and Purchase
(4 hrs CE) Virtual Class
March 3rd, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Instructor: Steve David
Objectives:
At course completion, students will be able to:
- Identify and accurately complete the appropriate addenda to use in any specific situation.
- Explain the differences between assignment with recourse and without recourse.
- List the timelines and parties for notification regarding mortgage commitments.
- Define the difference to a buyer or seller of cosmetic V functional deficiency.
- Accurately calculate the down payment and financing acquired to achieve the agreed upon price and terms.
- Explains the rights of a seller regarding repairs in an AS-IS contract.
- List the options available to a buyer when a seller defaults on a contract.
- Contrast the difference between funding at closing and closing in escrow.
- Allocate closing costs between the parties.
Cost:
PGPCNP Education Passport Member: Free
PGPCNP Non-Education Passport Member: $10
Non PGPCNP Member: $30
To Register:
*Important Notice:*
Pre-registration and pre-payment are required prior to arrival. Your seat will not be reserved until payment is received at least 2 days before the class. We will not take payments at the door.
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FIRPTA, Exceptions and Foreign Investments Seminar
March 4th, 9:00am - 10:30am
Instructor: Scott Joiner, CPA
This class will provide a basic overview of:
* Taxation of foreigners.
* FIRPTA withholding.
* How to obtain a tax number.
* Foreigners buying and selling real estate.
* Remitting the 10% withholding.
Cost:
Free
To Register:
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March 17th, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Join us for our next contracts class. Attorney Roger Miller of the Farr Law Firm will cover the new provisions and applications of the Florida Bar and Florida Addendum Contracts. Please come prepared with questions as we explore how to effectively prepare a contract in Real Estate.
Cost:
Free
To Register:
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So You Think You Want to Be a Commercial Real Estate Agent
March 18th, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student will
be able to do the following:
- Define commercial/non-residential real estate and learn to differentiate between non-residential and residential real estate.
- List the key players and their roles.
- Outline different types of properties that are considered non-residential real estate and identify the kinds of non-residential real estate transactions.
- Illustrate the ways to value non-residential property.
- Identify key components of non-residential contracts and key components of non-residential leases.
- Discuss the next steps to becoming a non-residential Realtor.
Cost:
PGPCNP Education Passport Member: Free
PGPCNP Non-Education Passport Member: $10
Non PGPCNP Member: $30 per class
To Register:
*Important Notice:*
Pre-registration and pre-payment are required prior to arrival. Your seat will not be reserved until payment is received at least 2 days before the class. We will not take payments at the door.
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Advanced Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate (3 hrs CE)
March 18th, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
This course will cover the steps needed to break into the Commercial Real Estate field, how to get commercial listings, and once you get a listing, how to market the property effectively. You'll leave the class more knowledgeable on what to do next and more confident that you can move forward in the direction of being a commercial real estate specialist.
Cost: PGPCNP Education Passport Member: Free
PGPCNP Non-Education Passport Member: $10
Non PGPCNP Member: $30 per class
To Register:
*Important Notice:*
Pre-registration and pre-payment are required prior to arrival. Your seat will not be reserved until payment is received at least 2 days before the class. We will not take payments at the door.
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March 31st, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Attorney Jack Hackett of the Farr Law Firm will be here at our Association to discuss the basic ground rules for 1031 exchanges and explain how recent real estate market changes are affecting them.
Cost:
Free
To Register:
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April seminars at a glance...
April 14th, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Commercial Core Law (3 HRS CE)
Instructor: Patti Ketcham
April 14th, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Road map to a Successful Closing (3 HRS CE)
Instructor: Patti Ketcham
April 15th, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Quadrennial Code of Ethics Training (3 HRS of CE) Virtual Class
April 21st, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Google Universe Boot Camp (6 HRS CE)
*Important Notice:* Pre-registration and pre-payment are required prior to arrival. Your seat will not be reserved until payment is received at least 2 days before the class. We will not take payments at the door.
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Receive a 20% discount when taking your courses online through the PGPCNP CE Shop
Looking for a convenient way to brush up on an important topic? Interested in courses that are affordable and available 24 hours a day?
Check out our online CE site at:
http://pgpcnp.theceshop.com and take 20% off any course during the month of February (Promo Code: FEB20). With a la carte CE classes starting at $15 per course and a 20% discount, our CE Shop website may be the most affordable and effective solution for online CE credit. Courses include: Core Law, Ethics, Fair Housing, Foreclosures, Online Risk Management, Going Green, Diversity, Real Estate/Mortgage Fraud, and Real Estate Investors and Your Business.
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Rick Lundgren
has won a $25 Shell Gas gift card, compliments of our business partner, Alexia Martin, at WhitCo Insurance Agency LLC.
WhitCo Insurance Agency is a leader in providing quality protection for hundreds of individuals, families and businesses throughout Charlotte County in addition to clients throughout the state. By offering world class protection for your Auto, Home, Flood, Boat and Business, we make sure that you're covered today as well as in the future so that you can focus on what is important to you and your family. At WhitCo Insurance, our #1 job is to assist you in identifying your needs and problems, while putting together a customized plan that's simple and easy to understand. Call us today for a quote! 941-257-0692 or Toll Free 866-298-7608.
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Click here for a chance to win a $25 Outback Steakhouse gift card, compliments of our business partner, Brian Chapman Jr., of State Insurance Agency.
State Insurance Agency is Charlotte County's premier independent insurance agency specializing in Home, Condo, and Flood insurance. Every team member at their agency is fully licensed to do business in the state of Florida. One Risk Advisor, One Contact, State Insurance Agency.
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Association members have the opportunity to take advantage of the benefits of caravans in Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte. Caravans help listing agents obtain property feedback, buyer agents can see what is going on in the market and all agents gain valuable networking relationships and experience.
Port Charlotte Caravan
Contact: Rise Wells
Port Charlotte Caravans are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month and meet at 8:30am at the Board. Send all requests via email only - a receipt will be sent. Agents will be notified on Tuesday with placement number of their listing. All agents are welcome to ride along on Caravan but should notify Rise' in order to have sufficient flyers. GET YOUR LISTINGS NOTICED BY BUYERS AGENTS, SEE THEM IN PERSON AND GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK.
Punta Gorda Caravan
Contact: Mike Federau
The Punta Gorda Caravan includes homes and/or condos south of the Peace River/Charlotte Harbor and west of I-75. This includes such areas as downtown Punta Gorda, PGI, BSI, Seminole Lakes, Burnt Store Meadows and when routing permits, the southern Burnt Store areas. Listing or not - JOIN US! To submit your Punta Gorda Caravan registration online, click here.
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If you are not a WCR member, please contact us to see what we can do for your business.
Thank you,
Terrie Hoyle, President-Elect & VP Membership
941-628-1426
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