PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

EARLY 2025 CLASSES


We're happy to announce that VBR-hosted education will again be FREE for our REALTOR® and Appraiser members in 2025! Early 2025 classes are listed below.

Tomorrow! 2025 CREC Annual Commission Update

January 7

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

4 CE credits

REGISTER


Meets the annual real estate commission class requirement for Colorado Brokers and earns you 4 CE credits.

Line-By-Line Listing Contracts

January 7

1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

4 CE credits

REGISTER




Purchase Contracts – 6 Hr Seller & Buyer Listing Contracts and Relationship Disclosures

January 15

9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

6 CE credits

REGISTER


This class with John Gillam is a detailed contract review and a review of uniform duties and disclosures, all per Colorado law. Light breakfast and lunch included.

2025 CREC Annual Update

January 16

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

4 CE credits

REGISTER


Meets the annual real estate commission class requirement for Colorado Brokers and earns you 4 CE credits.

2025 CREC Annual Update

January 21

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

4 CE credits

REGISTER


2025 CREC Annual Update

January 23

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

4 CE credits

REGISTER

Find & register for VBR classes & events

NEW ETHICS CYCLE 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027


A new 3-year ethics cycle started January 1st. All Realtors® and Appraisers must complete at least 2.5 hours of Code of Ethics (COE) training in the same 3-year cycle.


This is a requirement of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).


If you did not complete an Ethics course in the previous 3-year cycle (1/1/2022 through 12/31/2024), you have received an email from mel@vbr.net. There are several online class options available in the link below, including TheCEShop and VanEd.com. NAR offers a free online option, but it DOES NOT offer state CE credits.


If you take an online course, please send a certificate copy to mel@vbr.net.

Find online education providers
See if you need a COE class

VBR FOUNDATION

VBRF nonprofit grant cycle closes soon


The VBRF funds qualifying 501 (c)(3) Eagle County nonprofits that provide programs or initiatives focused on creating attainable housing solutions and opportunities for all Eagle County residents. 


The grant cycle closes this Friday, January 10th. Please share in our community!

See the criteria and application

BEST OF THE BLOGS

Colorado drivers will now be fined for holding a phone while behind the wheel

 

A new state law prohibits motorists in Colorado from holding their phones for any reason while driving, expanding the ban on using cellphones beyond just texting. From VailDaily.com.

The Safety Series:

De-escalating Heated Moments in the Transaction

 

Three real estate pros discuss how they calm clients’ emotions during what is likely the biggest purchase of their lives. Includes video. From NAR.

The Colorado legislature has a lot to do this year, and some of it will directly impact Eagle County


The county has hired a person to keep an eye on the Legislature. From VailDaily.com.

CAR UPDATE

2025 Committee Members


Several VBR Realtors® are serving on committees with the Colorado Association of REALTORS® in 2025. Thank you to these individuals who are sharing their expertise, leadership, and vision to support the real estate industry and fellow CAR members.

Audit Committee

Mark Gordon


Legislative Policy Committee

Amy Dorsey, Chair

Douglas Landin

Betsy Laughlin

Michelle Rampelt


Professional Standards Committee

Ann Foster

Cynthia Kruse

Dawn Mullin

Michelle Rampelt

Crissy Rumford


Strategic Thinking Committee

Ann Foster

Mark Gordon

CAR Political Action Committee

Amy Dorsey


Diversity & Inclusion Committee

Ann Foster


Regulatory Policy Committee (RPC)

Betsy Laughlin


Young Professionals Network (CYPN)

Amy Yurcak, At Large


CAR Business Services Committee

Amy Yurcak

View a full list of committees

AFFILIATE CORNER

Find a trusted Affiliate in our directory!


There are approximately 200 VBR Affiliates offering services ranging from lending, home services, legal, home inspection, and more.


Visit our Affiliate Directory page (We have two directory options to search). We also have a print version available for members and clients. Let us know if you need a print directory!

Find an Affiliate to help you

NAR SETTLEMENT RESOURCES

Get the facts & resources on the lawsuit settlement.

NAR offers a “Consumer Guide” series. Designed to be given directly to inquiring buyers, these resources are part of NAR’s ongoing campaign to help our members bring clarity to the practice changes for consumers.


Guides are available for download on facts.realtor. New guides are added every month!


The buttons below link to helpful resources and videos from the National Association of REALTORS®, Colorado Association of REALTORS®, and the Vail Board of REALTORS®.

Get the facts at facts.realtor
Visit the CAR resources page
Visit VBR's page of resources

TECH TIPS

12 Reasons to Use Instagram for Your Business


Find new customers and drive repeat business by reaching a broader audience on Instagram.

Click to read tech article

MEMBER RESOURCES

Member Benefits & Programs



As a Realtor®, your membership includes National, State, and Local. Affiliates also receive benefits as a VBR member. We provide the tools to enhance professionalism in the real estate industry.

View Realtor® Member benefits
View Affiliate Member benefits

Members only: Monthly market stats


Log in at VBR.net to see monthly stats, including an overview of residential real estate and detailed reports of each area in Eagle County.

Visit the monthly statistics page
Find trusted industry-related partners in the Vail Board of Realtors®' Affiliate directory. 
View Affiliate Directory
A list highlighting the newest Realtor® and Affiliate members.
Meet our newest members
Help strengthen the VBR's events, services, member offerings, and initiatives.
Get involved with a committee

Put your safety first - with this free tool available to members!

FOREWARN allows agents to have instant due diligence on prospects.


VMLS members can verify a prospect’s identity, criminal records, bankruptcies, liens, judgments, address history and property records in one place, leading to safer and more productive interactions.

Get started with Forewarn

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

Education Quick Links

Visit VBR's Education Requirements page for more info on Code of Ethics, license cycle requirements,and more. A reminder: Please stay organized, and keep paper or virtual copies of your certificates.
Education Requirement Information
Find online education providers
Look up your Code of Ethics status
Tracking education requirements

The VBR provides a helpful spreadsheet to help Colorado Brokers track their professional development.
Download a fillable pdf
Download a Google Doc
Earn the Vail Pro Designation
Increase your knowledge in the real estate industry and become a local expert! The Vail Pro Designation is an educational program open to ALL VBR Realtor and Affiliate members!

Classes are free for VBR members.
Learn how to earn the Vail Pro!

WELCOME HOME BAGS

Welcome Home Bags available as free closing gifts

The Welcome Home Bag Program is a FREE benefit available for REALTOR® members who sell a home. Call 766-1028 to schedule a pick-up or email matt@vbr.net.

The bag is a great gift for your buyer clients. Each cooler bag includes a picnic blanket, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable shopping tote. It is also a great way to promote our REALTOR® and Affiliate members.

Affiliates: Sponsorship opportunities are available for one of the items. Please contact mel@vbr.net.

ACCESS YOUR VBR ACCOUNT

You can easily access your account with the Vail Board of REALTORS® to register for events, pay invoices, and update your contact information.
Read more tips on using your Member Hub account
If you have not yet created your account, click the link below and enter your name and contact email (Make sure it's the email we have on file for you). Once you hit submit, you will get a follow-up email to finish setting up the account.
Click here to create your VBR account

HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION

VBR TEAM


Kendra Murray

Association Executive

970-766-1029


Jessica Cliver

MLS Director

970-766-1032


Matt Lang

Member Services & Office Manager

970-766-1028


Melanie McKinney Education & Marketing Manager

970-766-1031

SUPPORT LINES

Flexmls Support:
888-525-4747
7:00 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Monday - Friday

Tech Helpline:
Phone: 866-619-8170

Sentrilock Support:
Phone: 877-736-8745

ShowingTime & InfoSparks:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

Vail Board of Realtors
970-766-1028 | www.vbr.net
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