Roundup
August 10, 2009
The latest news and updates from your local association
All New E-REALTOR® Review!
Introducing the all new E-REALTOR® Review,
an eco-friendly, quarterly page turning electronic magazine about issues important to you. The new version requires shorter lead time and allows for
more space at less cost. We know you also want a printed magazine. Be on the lookout for a once – yearly, high quality print version of Realtor® Review
in spring 2010 to be published in conjunction with the spring on-line version. Just a few items
in this issue:
- Enter for a chance to
win an all expense paid trip to Germany!
- Stats- Local Market
Updates
- First time home buyer
tax credit FAQ’s
- Calendar of Events
- Get to know your candidates
- Social media tips in
information
- Lowball offers fail
buyers
- Screening For Green:
Uncovering a home’s environmental virtues
- Short Sales Refresher:
Nationwide, short sales transactions are taking place at an increasing
rate.
- Photos of members at
events in the community
For best reading
experience, we recommend using the "full view" option. Read now.
Resources for Seniors!
The Community Service Committee is once again teaming up with Resources
for Seniors to build ramps for seniors in need of wheelchair access
to their homes in Wake County. Donate a few hours of your time
on September 12th and make a huge difference. Visit www.rrar.com/rrar-events.html for
more information.
Now is the time to take the New 2009-2010
Update!
Topics this year include: Agency Disclosure Requirements, Selected
Property Management Issues, ''Due Diligence'' in Residential Transactions, Licensing
and Education Issues and Summary of NCAR Residential Form Changes. Bill
Gallagher will be here on August 10 to teach this course, 8:30 am-12:30
pm. He will also teach an afternoon elective, 1:30pm - 5:30 pm: Sustainable
Housing and Building Green. SPACE IS LIMITED! To register,
please click here! CRS 210
We are now taking applications for the CRS 210, Building an Exceptional Customer Service Referral Business, being held on September 17 & 18,
2009 with Mark Given. To register please go to: http://www.rrar.com/rrar-courses.html
Down Payment Assistance from NCHFA!
North Carolina Housing Finance Agency has some great down payment assistance features to help first-time homebuyers buy their dream
home. Get the very latest information at www.nchfa.com
New Home Affordable Refinance Program Information
The Obama Administration raises LTV to 125% on it’s Home Affordable Refinance Program for Fannie and Freddie backed homes. Get the latest
information now.
Fan RRAR on Facebook!
Don’t get left behind! RRAR’s Facebook page has moved. The
old Facebook page is no longer active, fan us Today on
our new page!
Follow RRAR on Twitter
Stay informed with the timeliest info by following RaleighREALTORS tweets each day!
2009
NCAR Convention & Expo in Savannah
Register now.
2009 NAR Conference & Expo
Register now !
 RYPN Hosts Mock Auction
Residential and commercial real estate auctions are growing at record
pace. In fact, the National Association of REALTORS® has predicted
that within seven years, one of every three homes in the USA will
be sold by auction. Agents who understand the fundamentals
of real estate auctions will be in the position to help consumers
with this growing trend. For more info or to register click here!
 Attention all Agents With Active Prospect Searches
We have updated most of the Residential listings with the Construction
Type field. It is time for you to check your Saved Searches, especially your active Prospect Searches. If you have any of these types of searches with Property Type = Site Built or Modular, you will have
to use the new Construction Type field to keep the search working as you intended. Videos and
How To Guides on Updating Your Searches
The ListHub Network is Generating Over Five Million Property
Views per Month – Is Your Listing One of Them?
Attention Brokers-in-Charge! Sign up now to get your office listings
in front of millions of potential homebuyers and send your listings
to over 30 national Internet marketing channels for no cost. Simply
go to www.ListHub.com to create your account today!
CIPS Course – October 21 -22, 2009
Instructor David Segrest will teach this 2-day course on “Investment and Financial Analysis.” Learn how to measure investment performance, prepare financial
projections and understand taxes and exchange rates. https://www.trianglemls.com/rrar-events.html
 The
Women's Council of REALTORS® empowers
women to reach for their potential in their business and personal
lives. Join us and find a support system of experienced professionals
eager to teach and learn from each other. Opportunities for
referrals, special speakers, and new friends are what make us special.
Discover all the benefits of the Women's Council. Our meetings are
the first Wednesday of every month (except July). We
look forward to meeting you. For more information, please click
here.
Top
Producer's Council - provides networking
opportunities for top producers. Learn more now.
RRAR REALTOR® STORE –
Direct Line: 919-654-7253 – See photos: https://www.trianglemls.com/rrar-store.html
- MAGNETIC
CALENDAR Early Bird Special Pricing and Quantity Discounts! As
low as $0.39 each with envelope! Order yours Today!
- SPRING POLOS
with REALTOR® Logo in a variety of colors/sizes. Reg.
$32.99 – Only $24.95*
- Laminated
MLS Wall Maps – Reg. $21.00 – 15% OFF – Only
$17.85*
- NEW Swing Sign Post - 2 1/4" x 3" Powdered
Coated, Non-Rust Aluminum 64” overall height. Holds 6" x
24" insert on top of crossarm. Sign clips included. $65.95
- Sorry,
sale offers cannot be combined with other discounts.
This is
a news report on topics and programs that affect the REALTOR® organization
in the Capital region of North Carolina. You are welcome
to copy this report and/or reprint items in your company
publications. With the exception of holiday periods, reports are emailed
bi-weekly on Mondays. Your comments and suggestions
are welcome regarding current or other items you wish to have included. Contact
us by e-mailing Caroline Shipman at carolines@rrar.com.
Updated on Site: 8/12/2009
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