VMLS UPDATE

Catch up with the most recent VMLS Update

Topics from the most recent update from MLS Director Jessica Cliver: Sold Entry Only update. When does CDOM reset? Portal customization option. FlōPlan platform is sunsetting in December and January.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

ETHICS CYCLE ENDS 12/31/2024

All Realtors® and Appraisers must complete at least 2.5 hours of Code of Ethics (COE) training in a 3-year cycle.

The current cycle is January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024.

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

CE options (online) are also available with TheCEShop and VanEd.com. NAR offers a free online option, but it DOES NOT offer state CE credits.

You can also check to see if you need an Ethics course (link below).

Find online education providers

See if you need a COE class

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.

2025 CREC Annual Commission Update

January 7

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

4 CE credits

Line-By-Line Listing Contracts

January 7

1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

4 CE credits

Purchase Contracts – 6 Hr

January 15

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

6 CE credits

2025 CREC Annual Update

January 16

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

4 CE credits

2025 CREC Annual Update

January 21

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

4 CE credits

2025 CREC Annual Update

January 23

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

4 CE credits

Find & register for VBR classes & events

BEST OF THE BLOGS

Congress Passes Spending Bill, Sparing Disruptive NFIP Lapse

NAR, which was working behind the scenes to secure an extension, applauds continuing support for federal flood insurance—and urges a longer-term fix. From NAR.

Home Sales Take Significant Leap in November

Momentum is building in the real estate market as improving economic conditions encourage home buyers to make a move. Read more from NAR’s latest housing report.

Proposal to tax vacant homes in Colorado will no longer include short-term rentals

Change comes following pushback from the lodging industry. From VailDaily.com.

CAR UPDATE

Legal Hotline Holiday Hours

The Legal Hotline provided by the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (and CAR offices) will operate on a reduced schedule over the holidays and will be closed on the following days:

Closed:

Tuesday, December 24 after 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 25

Thursday, December 26

Tuesday, December 31 after 12:00 p.m.

Monday, January 1

Tuesday, January 2

REALTORS® can access the Legal Hotline here.

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

VBR FOUNDATION

VBRF nonprofit grant cycle is open

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 on Friday, January 10th. Please share in our community!

See the criteria and application

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

ANNUAL DUES

Annual dues billing info

The 2025 Annual Dues Billing for the Vail Board of REALTORS® was sent on December 2nd. Your invoice was sent to the email we have on file.

Payment is due by Tuesday, December 31st.

For the first time in over 15 years, the Vail Board of REALTORS® has a dues increase. You will not see any increases with state and national dues.

Click for more details on dues

TECH TIPS

How To Find The Best Free Streaming Services

Several online streaming services are completely free, and many have some content you can watch without paying for a subscription. From BurtonKelso.com

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.

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.