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Time is Running Out to Register for Supra Preview
Dates
 As part of our ongoing efforts to make all members aware of
the forthcoming conversion to a new Supra electronic key system, we
are able to report that the Suburban West, Greater Philadelphia and
Lancaster Associations of REALTORS members will convert to the new
technology the week of February 11, 2008. It is important to note
that there will be no interruption of service during the exchange
process. The Bucks and Montgomery County Associations will convert
the week of February 18, 2008. Click
here for more information, including dates, times and
costs.
As was announced two weeks ago, all Suburban West members are
strongly encouraged to preview the new Supra system and to
learn more about the integrated technology that eliminates the need
for daily cradling and update codes. The Preview Sessions are
educational sessions and the actual conversion will take place the
week of February 11th. See below.
The following four Preview Sessions are available to register
for:
- Wednesday, January 30 at either 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m.,
or 1:00 p.m. at the Springfield Country Club in Springfield, PA
- Friday, February 1 at 3 p.m. at the Suburban West
REALTORS Association in Malvern, PA
For additional information and to register for one of the
preview dates, please click here.
To view the information on the conversion dates and times in
Chester County, please click
here. To view the information on the conversion dates and
times for Delaware County, please click
here.
Professionalism Tip: Keys to Working Together with Municipal
Officials
 Professionalism is the key to handling challenging situations
with municipal officials. By keeping it on a professional level, a
mutual respect can be built, and the process works for both sides in
a more effective matter. Click
here to learn more about how you can maximize your success
when working with municipal officials.
This tip came form the Suburban REALTORS Alliance. The
Association would like to thank them for their helpful
Professionalism Tip.
Affiliate-REALTOR Connection Blog Update
 Affiliate members can offer a lot of valuable information to
REALTOR members to assist them, from: reading a home inspection
report to staging a home for a quick sell, or even mortgage
insurance advice. The Suburban West REALTORS Association provides
the opportunity for Affiliate members to blog on trends and issues
that they see happening in their respective industries. REALTORS can
take helpful websites and tips with them from reading the Affiliate-
REALTOR blog. To view the latest entry, please click
here.
Relationship Training
In real estate, a fortune can be made or lost on the quality
of the relationships you have with clients, other REALTORSŪ, and the
general public. Quality relationships lead to closed transactions
and/or referrals. In Agency;
Definitions, Distinctions & Disclosures, students will
explore the seller, buyer, designated & dual agency and
transaction licensee. They will apply these roles to practical
situations. Students will also discuss the issues relating to the
consumer notice, substantive discussion and comparative market
analysis. This course is an opportunity to learn and evaluate your
practices for compliance with the law and the Code of Ethics. Attend
class on February 4th by registering
online today or call the school at 610-560-4900.
REALTOR Lawyer Forum Discusses Short Sales
 The Chester County Bar Association and the Suburban West
Realtors Association host a monthly forum for Realtors and Attorneys
to discuss topics of mutual interest. Offered on the first Thursday
of each month at the Chester
County Bar Association offices at 15 W. Gay Street, West
Chester, PA, these luncheon meetings start at noon and end promptly
at 1:00 p.m. The forum topic on February 7, 2008 is "Sheriff's Sales
and Short Sales". The scheduled speaker is Michael G. Louis,
Esquire.
To reserve your seat and pay for your lunch ($11) please
visit our payment
and registration center, log in and go to the events
calendar. Choose the CC Realtor Lawyer Forum for February and follow
the prompts to register and pay for your lunch with a credit card.
Reservations must be made no later than noon on Tuesday, February 5,
2008. No walk-in registration. If you make a reservation and find
you need to cancel, you must do so ONLINE no later than noon on
Tuesday, February 5th. No refunds will be given after noon on
February 5th. Attendance is open to REALTORŪ members and
Attorneys.
Mediation and Training Scholarship Available
The Pennsylvania Realtors Institute will offer "Real Estate
Mediation" on March 13th and 14th, 2008 at the Harrisburg Hilton,
Harrisburg, PA. This two-day training will provide students with the
basic skills to become a successful real estate mediator. The course
tuition, $149.00 covers two days of class, all course materials,
lunch and snacks.
The scholarship can be used for tuition to the Pennsylvania
REALTORS Institute's "Real Estate Mediation" course, and
reimbursement of lodging and travel expenses (upon submission of
hotel bill or receipts) up to a maximum scholarship amount of $500.
To apply for the scholarship, submit a completed scholarship
application form to Paula Tansey no later than Thursday,
February 1, 2008. Applications may be mailed (100 Deerfield
Lane, Suite 240, Malvern, PA 19355) or faxed (610-560- 4801). The
scholarship recipient will be chosen by the Board of Directors or a
panel of directors. All applicants will be notified of the status of
their application in sufficient time to register for the class on
their own if they so desire.
Memorial Notice
The Association is saddened to inform the membership of the
passing of one of it's members. Margaret "Peggy" Bowden, a REALTOR
member with the St. David's office of Duffy Real Estate, passed away
on December 16th in Savannah, GA. Peggy had been active in real
estate since 1967. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Society for
the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) 2121 K Street Northwest,
Suite 650 Washington, D.C. 20037.
Employment Notice
Malvern based Real Estate office is seeking a reliable, self
motivated, and highly organized individual to handle office
administration and also assist in sales and marketing. The candidate
must be capable of managing multiple priorities and possess strong
customer relations skills. Responsibilities include office
management, scheduling, order management, handling phone calls,
invoicing, and customer relations. Some Real Estate experience is a
plus. Full time, salary position. E-mail resume to info@MalvernRealtyGroup.com
or fax to 610 408 9233, Attn: Alex Coates
Safety Tip A
year-long series of brief recommendations to promote REALTOR safety
in the office and out in the field.
Plan ahead with a distress code. Establish a voice
distress code, a secret word or phrase that is not commonly used but
can be worked into any conversation in cases where you feel that you
are in danger. Use this if the person you are with can overhear the
conversation, but you don't want to alarm them. Example: "Hi, this
is Jennifer. I'm with Mr. Henderson at the Elm Street listing. Could
you e-mail me the RED FILE?"
Reminders
Realtor Happy Hour- Join in the festivities and make a
business connection with fellow REALTORS and real estate service
providers on Thursday, February 7 at The
Newtown Grill (formerly Alberto's) in Newtown Square. Our
Happy Hour runs from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and features
complimentary appetizers and drink specials.
To access a flyer for the event, please click
here.
Upcoming Events at the Association:
- January 28- Mortgages-What
You Need to Know, Malvern, PA
- January 28- Investing
in Real Estate Using IRA and 401K Plans, Malvern, PA
- January 30- Supra
Conversion Preview, Malvern, PA
- January 31- Introduction
to e- PRO, Malvern, PA
- February 1- Supra
Conversion Preview, Springfield, PA
- February 4- Agency,
Definitions, Distinctions, & Disclosures, Malvern, PA
- February 6- Starbucks
Morning: Contact Management, Malvern, PA
- February 7- Chester
County REALTOR Lawyer Meeting, West Chester, PA
- February 7- REALTOR
Happy Hour at Newtown Grill, Newtown Square, PA
- February 8- Essentials
of Real Estate Auctions, Kennett Square, PA
- February 8- Commercial/ Investment Exchange, Malvern, PA
Important Phone Numbers & Websites
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