The deadline to petition for nominations to run to be part of the VBR/VMLS Board of Directors was on Friday, September 11, at 5:00 p.m. This year with no contested positions to vote upon, the Vail Board of Realtors® & Vail Multi-List Service Board of Directors candidates will be elected by acclamation on September 28. Congratulations to our candidates, and we look forward to working with you.
The 2020 census is approaching the deadline to respond on September 30. Make sure to complete it and encourage others to do the same. Results are especially crucial for REALTORS®. This data allows us to analyze demographic information, make industry growth projections, and evaluate generational housing population demands. Respond to the 2020 Census today! Visit www.2020Census.gov to learn more.
If you missed Mike Fox's class on the new coming soon status, you can watch it below in the MLS Update.
Have a great week.
Erica Kirk
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The VBR office remains partially closed with staff working remotely and part-time on site. Appointments are requested to ensure the correct staff person is available.
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If you need a lockbox or Welcome Home bag, please schedule a pick-up time. Call our main line at 766-1028 or email Member Services Manager Jen Beckley at [email protected]. FREE cotton masks are available for pick up without an appointment!
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What does it mean for your savings, credit-card debt—and your mortgage rate? From Realtor.com.
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Agents and business professionals can take advantage of the months ahead and rev up their business — and they can start by tackling these 12 strategies. From Inman.com.
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Helpful hints on responding to new leads - when you're super busy. From Realtor.com.
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For any online classes hosted by the VBR, links to attend will be sent to registrants prior to the class. NOTE: Attendees MUST stay on the webinar for the entire duration to receive CE credit (per DORA).
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Breakthrough Business Planning
Vail Pro Designation
Monday, September 21 (Limited classroom)
4 Vail Pro credits
Registration is limited to 10 attendees for safety. You'll learn how to set and reach goals, and break boards in this one! See video.
Open to all Realtor and Affiliate members.
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Be Safe, Not Sorry
Tuesday, September 23 (Online)
3 CE credits
Connie will cover safety from personal to the internet. Prevention tips, preparation lists, and emergency response advice are all included.
Open to all Realtor and Affiliate members.
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Home Sweet (Second) Home (Online)
Resort & Second Home Property Specialist
Thursday, September 30
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
7 CE credits (credit added) and 8 Vail Pro credits
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TOMORROW
Tax Strategies for the Real Estate Professional
Certified Residential Specialist
Tuesday, September 15 (Online)
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
8 CE credits and 8 Vail Pro credits
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New listings, pending sales, and median sales price were up in August for both the Single Family-Duplex and Townhouse-Condo categories. Moving toward fall, housing activity may slow with back-to-school season. However, housing demand is still healthy. Click the image below to see a market overview for August. Members can log in at vbr.net to see monthly area reports.
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Announcing the slate for 2020/2021 VBR and VMLS Directors
Friday, September 11, at 5:00 p.m. was the deadline for petitions for nominations to run to be part of the VBR/VMLS Board of Directors.
This year with no contested positions to vote upon, the Vail Board of Realtors® & Vail Multi-List Service Board of Directors candidates will be elected by acclamation on September 28. Congratulations to our candidates.
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Beginning on September 28th, a Coming Soon Status will be added to the VMLS.
To coincide with the implementation of the Clear Cooperation Policy, the VMLS has decided to add a Coming Soon Status the MLS. This status would allow for VMLS members to market a property before it goes active in the MLS.
What is a Coming Soon Status?
The Coming Soon status will allow for situations where a Listing Agreement has been signed between the broker/agent and seller, but the property is not yet ready for sale and will be within 30 calendar days of the seller’s signature. This allows a property to be secured with a listing agreement and entered in the MLS, while not available for showings or sale until the designated “Showing Start Date.
Why is this status being added?
The VMLS Board of Directors wants to ensure that members have all the tools at their disposal to meet their client's needs. In situations where the property is not ready to hit the Active marketplace, the Coming Soon status will allow for a property to be entered into the MLS and publicly promoted, prior to going active.
How does this relate to the Clear Cooperation policy?
The Clear Cooperation policy requires members to submit a listing to the MLS within 1 business day of being publicly marketed. If a listing agreement has been signed, but the property is not ready to be shown or go active in the MLS, the Coming Soon status will allow it to be entered into the MLS and then promoted publicly as "Coming Soon".
View the rules for Coming Soon.
These new rules will be added on September 28th. Exhibit E is new and outlines the Coming Soon status and rules in full detail. In addition, a seller information sheet is available to help communication with sellers.
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Coming Soon & Clear Cooperation Policy
VMLS Director Mike Fox has provided an online class on the Clear Cooperation Policy and "Coming Soon" listings.
Make sure to review the rules in the video link.
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3 Instagram tips for all levels
In this short video, learn why you should use a business account on Instagram, loading longer format video, and leveraging IGTV.
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Preview of 2021 Real Estate Commission
approved forms
In this episode of Legal Bites, CAR General Counsel Scott Peterson discusses changes coming to the 2021 Real Estate Commission Approved Forms.
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The registration link below is for those who wish to attend in person at the Westin Riverfront Resort. We are following strict social distancing protocols for the in-person event (please see below), and registration is limited to 50. This option is first come, first serve.
Please make sure to register right away if you want to attend. This will allow us to prepare for the event.
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IN PERSON LIVE MEETING PROTOCOLS
- Registrations are required to attend in person for this event to ensure we do not exceed capacity. Register using the link below. Should we reach event capacity, we will not be able to accommodate walk-ups.
- Masks are required to be worn during the General Membership Meeting, both indoors and outdoors. Please maintain 6 feet of distance between parties at all times during the event.
- A 2 oz hand sanitizer and a REALTOR® mask will be given to each attendee. We encourage attendees to use sanitizer stations. The event host ensures that they will sanitize high-touch surfaces frequently throughout the event as well.
- If you feel unwell or sick, please stay home and do not attend
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COVID-19 Warning: An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and customers with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. By visiting a VBR event, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
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Helping our community: VBR Foundation
Cynthia Thrall, VBR Foundation Chair, shares an update on the Foundation's efforts in these unusual times. So far in 2020, the VBR Foundation has provided $71,000 back to our community!
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Join in the fight to end Alzheimer's! You're invited to walk in a small team locally this year to raise funds for the Alzheimer's Association. Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia. It causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior.
The Vail Valley Walk to End Alzheimer's is on Saturday, September 26. Contact [email protected] for more information.
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AFFILIATE & THIRD PARTY CLASSES |
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Are you self-employed and searching for an affordable healthcare solution? Brady with Alpine Association Benefits is hosting a FREE webinar on September 15. Open to all members.
Mark your calendar:
TOMORROW, Tuesday, September 15
10:00 a.m. ONLINE
No need to register! Info will be sent out to VBR members before the event. View flyer here.
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Did you know you have a Homes.com profile? Join Homes.com for a FREE webinar on accessing and using your profile.
Thursday, September 17
12:00 p.m. ONLINE
In cooperation with the VMLS, Homes.com is displaying the most up to date information about your listings to the millions of monthly visitors to the Homes.com site. Make sure those interested buyers are also seeing the most current information about you and your brokerage by reviewing your Homes.com Profile.
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Find trusted industry related partners in
VBR's affiliate directory.
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Welcome to our newest Realtor and Affiliate members! |
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SHOP & SUPPORT VBR FOUNDATION
Vail Board of Realtors Foundation is registered with AmazonSmile, an easy way to help fund our efforts.
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Visit AmazonSmile.com
- Enter your Amazon.com log in and password
- Choose the VBR Foundation
- Shop away to support the cause!
Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of eligible smile.amazon.com purchases to the charities selected by customers.
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Proudly sport the REALTOR® logo with a FREE mask from the VBR! Each black cotton mask has adjustable ear loops and covers the face from nose to chin - securing a comfy fit.
Stop by today to pick up your free mask, or pick up several for your office!
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Join us in sharing with our neighbors your commitment to the “Safe Showing Pledge” for showings and open houses!
VBR's "Safe Showing Pledge" provides additional clarity on industry and business-specific safety measures, and to share all the extra precautions taken for showing properties by following the “safer at home” guidelines.
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Open houses currently are allowed in Colorado.
Please review the order below, specifically Appendix B & D. In-person real estate showings and marketing services must adhere to Social Distancing Requirements with cleaning and disinfection between each showing. Open houses must follow the Indoor Event requirements in Section I.H.4 of this Order (page 6-7).
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PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER REVISED
Eagle County is in the "Revised Black Diamond" Phase in its Public Health Order. All community members are strongly encouraged to read the entire order.
Please note the importance of residents and business leaders continuing to meet social distancing requirements.
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Also, the Welcome Home Campaign is a strategy to help boost business and revenue in Eagle County by inviting our second-home owners to live in Eagle County.
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EARN YOUR VAIL PRO DESIGNATION |
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Increase your local 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!
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Association Executive
MLS Director
Membership & Office Coordinator
Education & Marketing Manager
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SECURITY TOOL FOR MEMBERS |
Forewarn is a FREE proactive safety and lead intelligence service for all VMLS members. You can verify a prospect’s identity, criminal records, bankruptcies, liens, judgments, address history and property records all in one place, leading to safer and more productive interactions.
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Announcing VBR's new Hub Locker pickup service, an awesome convenience available to our members!
It's similar to Amazon's locker pickups with four lockers outside the VBR for evening, weekend, and holiday pickup of any item. VBR's Hub Lockers allow members to pick up items when we are not around and to limit interaction during this uncertain time.
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VBR's "Welcome HOME Bag" Program is a FREE benefit to all VBR REALTORS® members who sell a home. The bags are designed to be client gifts, and each cooler bag includes a picnic blanket, cutting board, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable shopping tote.
We are following social distancing protocols. Contact [email protected] to schedule a bag pick up.
Thank you Affiliate sponsors; Closet Factory, Fireside Properties, FirstBank, Stewart Title, TurnKey Vacation Rentals, Title Company of the Rockies, and Walls + Floors/ The Paint Bucket.
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VBR members receive special pricing for advertising in HOME Magazine! Contact Carole Bukovich of Colorado Mountain News Media for info. Click below to read HOME.
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VAIL BOARD OF REALTORS
275 Main Street, Suite G004
Edwards, CO 81632
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