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March 15, 2008
 
 
Weekly News Service
Providing the Latest Association and Local Real Estate Information

The Weekly News Service is an exclusive benefit available to members of the Suburban West REALTORS Association. Featuring both Association news and local real estate industry information, the Weekly News is a service meant to benefit all members of the organization.

Supra to Conduct Workshops at Association Office
Dick Betts Looking for ways to maximize the use of your electronic key system? Or do you have a smartphone or pda that your not fully taking advantage of? The Suburban West REALTORS Association will host three Supra workshops on Monday, March 24 featuring Dick Betts, a technology consultant and instructor specializing in the smartphone and related programs. For information on these programs, click here. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. To register, click here and access the Meetings and Workshops link.

The programs are:

  • 9:00 a.m. "Every place is my office" --Using mobile technology in your real estate business
  • 10:30 a.m.; "Is KIMweb working for you?" --Free online tools available to all Supra keyholders
  • 1:00 p.m.; Real Estate Fundamentals for Smartphones and PDA's

In other Supra news....a brief reminder that there are ways to conserve the battery life of your key in between charges. One frequently used method is turn off the radio function. With the "radio" on, the key continually seeks out a cellular signal and, in turn, drains the battery, especially in areas with a weak cell signal. For other tips, please click here.

Lastly, a final reminder that the deadline to participate in the 2 for 1 exchange on all mechanical lockboxes for 1 iBox is March 20 at 5:00 p.m.. The limit for the return is 20 mechanical boxes for 10 iBoxes per person. There will be no exceptions. To view a flyer with the exchange information, please click here.

Professionalism Tip: Buyer Presentation Package
Similar to a listing presentation, a buyer presentation explains your potential representation of the buyer including; agency, compensation, marketing and other important factors in the relationship. Previous editions of the Professionalism Tip have provided tips for building and maintaining the buyer relationship. Today we present a tip from REALTOR Zeke Spillane.

Zeke recommends including a Consumer Guide to the Agreement of Sale in your presentation to the buyer. The Consumer Guide can also be used for Sellers. The Guide gives you an opportunity to review the Agreement of Sale in an easy format before the emotions of an actual offer come in to play. Taking the time to do this can establish your value to the transaction and bring to the forefront any issues that should be dealt with before an Agreement is presented for signature. A sample of the Consumer's Guide can be found here. Full booklets are available for purchase at the Suburban West REALTORS Association office. Call 610-560- 4800 to order your copy today.

Thank you to Zeke Spillane for offering this tip at the recent Starbucks Morning and for allowing us to repeat it here for the benefit of the entire membership. For his efforts, Zeke will receive an education gift certificate to the Association of REALTORS School.

Office Closing Next Friday (March 21)
Associaition building The Suburban West REALTORS Association will be closed on Friday, March 21 in observation of Good Friday. If you require any business with the Association, please contact the staff by 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 20. The office will reopen on Monday, March 24 at 8 a.m. Please remember to visit the Association's website for additional information on Association products and services.

Title Insurance and Available Endorsements
The Real Estate Practices committee of the Delaware County Bar Association will be hosting a seminar at the Little Inn, Media, PA on March 28, 2008 (Friday). Alan D. Keiser, Esquire, Counsel for Commonwealth Land Title Insurance Co. will present "Title Insurance and Available Endorsements - What is covered and what is not".

This is a breakfast meeting. All attendees will be expected to pay $14.00 whether or not breakfast is ordered. Delaware County Bar Members will be charged an additional fee for CLE credit. Please ask when you register for the amount due. All fees are due and payable at the door. There are no real estate CE credits available for these seminars. Breakfast will be served at 8:15 a.m. and the seminars and workshop sessions will commence promptly at 8:45 a.m. You must contact Vincent B. Mancini, Esquire, Chairman, at 610-566-8064 for reservations and to indicate your attendance.

Don't Lose Touch With Your Fellow REALTORS
REALTORS On The Move Did you know Jane Smith switched offices? Were you surprised that XYZ Realty isn't where it was? If you are interested in keeping up with REALTORS switching offices and those offices that move or open anew, log on to the REALTORS on the Move section of the Association's website. Updated recently, the section contains information about REALTORS who have changed offices, offices that have moved, and offices that are new or opened a new branch.

The real estate industry is predicated on connecting with others and this service is designed to keep members aware of changes in the area. If you have recently moved offices, please contact Tina Lavelle at tlavelle@suburbanwestrealtors.com or call 610- 560-4800.

Safety Tip
A year-long series of brief recommendations to promote REALTOR safety in the office and out in the field.
Daylight hours only. When showing a vacant commercial site, be aware of the time of day you meet a client. Showing a property at dusk or after dark, with no electricity on in the space you are showing, is not advisable.

Employment Notices
Spackman Associates in West Chester is looking for an Administrative Assistant who is proficient in Microsoft Word, who has working knowledge of general bookkeeping and Quickbooks, and is a competent employee. Hours are flexible. Interested applicants can email their resume to thspackman@aol.com. Candidates can also contact Thomas Spackman with questions by calling 610-766-2315

A REALTOR in Media is seeking a reliable, self motivated, and highly organized individual for a Personal Assistant position. The candidate must possess strong customer relations skills and experience in working with computers, including the Microsoft Office suite. Responsibilities include office management, scheduling, order management, handling phone calls, invoicing, and customer relations. Some Real Estate experience is a plus. This position is part time for approximately 25-30 hours a week. E-mail resume to carol@thecarolynsabatelliteam.com.

Reminder
Save $50 on the Ecobroker Designation for a Limited Time Only--The EcoBroker Designation is a positive and profitable way to differentiate yourself in today's real estate market. Becoming an EcoBroker is a great opportunity for you to benefit your community and the planet, while broadening your base of training and earning more business.

For 60 days starting March 1st you can enroll in the EcoBroker Designation course for $345. A $50 savings on the current tuition. This course has been approved for 18 hours of continuing education credits in Pennsylvania. More than enough to satisfy your renewal requirements. This course is available exclusively online. Click here for information on the discount and registration.

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Important Phone Numbers & Websites
phone: 610-560-4800

Disclaimer on Events--Please note that networking events are brought to members by the Suburban West REALTORS Association as a venue to meet and socialize with colleagues. Overt and direct recruiting practices are not acceptable during our events.


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