Prospective Home Buyers Are Getting Mortgage-Ready for Spring

Loan applications are on the rise as mortgage rates settle into the mid-6% range.

February delivers increased housing inventory, but interest rates, affordability, and uncertainty continue to fuel buyer caution

Latest statewide and regional markets stats from the Colorado Association of REALTORS®

The Best Time to Sell? The Week of April 13-19

Home sellers should get their ducks in a row, because the best time to list a home in 2025 is approaching quickly. From Realtor.com.

Vail Pro Inspection & 4 Scary Words

Wednesday, March 26

9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

2 CE credits. 2 Vail Pro credits.

REGISTER

This Vail Pro class with Ron Amass of True Perspective Home Consultants covers the four scary words in inspection: Radon, Mold, Asbestos and Lead, and services provided by Inspectors – above and beyond the 4 scary words.

The ‘Dos and Don’ts’ of Serving Clients with Special Needs

Wednesday, April 9

12:00 to 3:00 p.m.

3 CE credits.

2 Vail Pro credits.

REGISTER

In this session, you will hear inspiring stories about everyday actions transforming lives through compassion, responsibility and service.

Open to all VBR members. It qualifies for the Vail Pro Designation and also meets the NAR requirement for Fair Housing.

THIRD-PARTY CLASSES & SEMINARS

The courses below are 3rd party classes NOT provided by the Vail Board of REALTORS®.

This week!

Mountain Properties and Their Unique Qualities

and Challenges

Thursday, March 20

9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

3 CE credits

Hosted in the VBR classroom

Email Davem.tiger@gmail.com to register.

Mountain properties require specialized knowledge to navigate successfully. This course with Dave Metzler of Tiger Home Inspections will transform how you approach these properties. Click here for more information.

AI Certification

Monday, March 31

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center

Presented by Colorado Residential Real Estate Council. This course is designed to equip agents with practical AI skills.

Click HERE for more info and to register.

VBR committees: Get involved today!

Are you looking to improve programs and processes, support the real estate profession, or give back to the community? Get involved with a VBR committee!

Contact Association Executive Kendra Murray at kendra@vbr.net or 766-1029.

Finance: Reviews board financials, considers and makes recommendations regarding board finances, budgeting, annual auditing.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Creates and supports engaging ways to promote DEI and Fair Housing to VBR members and the public.

Member Value: Reviews and plans for Member services, including products and services to benefit members.

Government Affairs: Reviews legislation, recommending action to protect interests of REALTORS®, our industry, and clients. Initiatives can include Wildfire Mitigation, Affordable Housing.

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 to find an Affiliate to help you and your clients. A NEW Affiliate directory is coming soon!

Register today for Colorado Connections

Colorado Connections combines valuable continuing education, dynamic speakers with an emphasis on growth and progress, forums to engage with like-minded professionals on industry challenges, and plenty of fun networking opportunities.

April 1 - 3 Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center

Up to 12 hours of CE credits are available. See more details in the button below.

Facts & resources for Brokers and their clients

NAR's “Consumer Guide” series gives brokers tools to share with inquiring buyers and sellers. These resources are part of NAR’s ongoing campaign to bring clarity to the practice changes for consumers.

New guide: Marketing Your Home

Guides are available for download on facts.realtor. New guides are added every month and are available in English and Spanish!

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®.

Free wildfire mitigation offered

Did you know that FREE wildfire mitigation property assessments are available to Eagle County homeowners? More information can be found at RealFire.net.

Please take some time to educate yourself, clients, and fellow community members.

Consumer Guide: Fire Damage and Policy Coverage

Most homeowners insurance policies cover fire damage. Some may limit coverage if your risk is higher. This guide from the National Association of REALTORS® lists what homeowners need to know about understanding coverage.

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

FOREWARN allows agents to do instant due diligence on prospects and check property records. This tool is available to VMLS users at no additional cost.

All you need is your email on file with the VBR/VMLS.

You 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.

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.

Broadcast Email



Member to Member Broadcast Email is free and available to all VBR members (Realtors®, Appraisers, Affiliates, Assistants), courtesy of the Vail Multi-List Service.

The Broadcast Email "Cheat Sheet" is linked below and is also on our website at www.vbr.net/members-only/broadcast-email (log into your VBR member account to view).

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.