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Welcome to
the monthly Association Liaison E-Source. This monthly e-mail
notice provides indepth information on hot button issues affecting
REALTORS and the real estate industry. It also features
information on upcoming Association events and updates on services.
The
E-Source is meant to provide information that you can present at
upcoming office meetings or forward to your colleagues through
casual conversation.
If you have
any questions
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 NAR Member Survevy
Shows Patience and Professionalism Pay Over Time
In
early 2007, the NAR (National Association of REALTORS
Association) conducted a survey of 140,000 members and
received a response rate of 7.9 percent. The comprised
data indicated most agents work on a commission and become
successful over time through training, repeat business, and
referrals.
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Communities
in Focus: Homeowners'
Associations
Homeowners'
Associations (HOA) are becoming more of a presence in the real
estate process. They may have a real impact on not only
the marketability of a property, but the settlement process as
well.
HOAs
represent the fastest form of housing today. Many
buyers, whether purchasing in an existing community or new
construction, will find themselves under the auspices of such
homeowners groups. In many ways, a homeowners'
association may essentially function like an governing entity,
associations provide services, regulate activities, levy taxes
(assessments), and impose fines. Unlike a municipal
government; however, homeowners' associations are not subject
to the Constitutional constraits that public government must
abide by.
Click here for full
article discussing tips and
trends |
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 Studies Find Direct
Evidence Linking Radon in Homes to Lung
Cancer
REALTORS
know that homeowners have an option to make the Aggreement of
Sale contingent on a radon inspection. But not everyone
understands the risks associated with radon.
Two
studies show definitive evidence linking residential radon
exposure and lung cancer. The article provides further
explanations and links for handouts to give to
consumers. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) launched a new series of television, radio, and print
public service announcements encouraging people to test and
fix their homes for radon.
Click here for
more information and to obtain
handouts |
Taught
by popular instructor Pat Moyer, this workshop will let you
"try before you buy" the online e-PRO designation
course. By attending this FREE workship, you will
receive information on the e-PRO certification, the only
technology certificate sanctioned by the National Association
of REALTORS (NAR). Attendees will receive a FREE website
and a $25 discount off the actual online e-PRO course.
- June
28, 2007 @ 1:30 p.m. - 3:00
p.m.
To
register, click here and once
logged in, acess the Event Calendar. Or you may register
over the phone by calling the Association at (610)
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 Mock Ethics
Hearing
As
part of Suburban West REALTORS Association's continued efforts
to promote professionalism amongst our members, the
Association will present an interactive presentation that
follows an Ethics Complaint from initial filing through the
Grievence Committee and Professional Standards Hearing
Panel. The FREE event will be held on Wednesday, June 20
from 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, Kennett
Square.
Attendess
to this unique event will see:
- A
truly interactive presentation where members will be able to
post question and participate during the staged hearing.
- Learn
what does and does not happen in a hearing and why.
- Take
the mystery out of the complaint process.
- As
a bonus, all attendees will learn 3 secrets to avoiding
unnecessary complaints.
- Will
fullfill the 2.5 hours needed for the 2008 NAR
Quadrennial Code of Ethics Training
requirement.
To
register for this forum, click
here and
once logged in access the Education Calendar. Or you may
register over the phone by calling the Association at (610)
560-4800. |
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Upcoming Happy
Hours
Join
us for FREE appetizers and drink specials at these new
exciting locations, while networking with friends and
colleagues. In addition, numerous raffled prizes are
given away by our generous Affiliate
members.
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Save
the Date!
Mark
your calendars!
September 19 will
be the next date for the Association Liaison Kick-Off
Event. As Association Liaisons, you may already be aware
you are going towards the end of the program. Renewal
information will be sent out in the coming
months. |
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