State market trends with CAR

Inventory supply reaches highest levels in a decade, yet buyers choose to wait out election and possible future rate cuts.

Scroll down for Eagle County September market stats.

Back to Basics: Documents, forms and manuals brokers need

The right documentation is needed for compliance purposes and to make sure everyone in your office is on the same page about standards of practice. From NAR.

Here are the 14 statewide ballot measures Colorado voters will consider this November

This November, Colorado voters will consider 14 statewide ballot measures ranging in topics from abortion, same-sex marriage, and property taxes. From VailDaily.com.

At VBR's recent Membership Meeting we recognized the loss of two former REALTOR® members: Bob Jamar and John Brian Warnke.

Joe "Bob" Jamar joined the Vail Board of REALTORS® in 1998 and enjoyed many years as a Broker with Slifer, Smith and Frampton Real Estate. Bob had a rich and full life beginning with his boyhood years growing up during the depression in Texas. He joined the Air Force where he became a pilot and flight instructor for young pilots who were training to fight in the Korean War. He was stationed at Nellis AFB and loved to tell stories of taking the jets out for a "spin" in the Nevada desert during the day, then partying on the Las Vegas strip in his flight suit at night.  

Bob is survived by his son John and daughter Stacey, stepson Ben and stepdaughter Emily and several grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.

John Brian Warnke was a 35 year resident of the Vail Valley and was employed as a real estate broker with Hoffman West Real Estate before his retirement in 2016. John was a passionate outdoorsman who found happiness in the mountains he called home.

John is survived by his loving wife, Becky Courtwright, his children KC Warnke (Elizabeth) and Mari Lyn Warnke and his cherished grandchildren, Olivia Warnke, Duke Warnke and Marah Williamson. He is also remembered by his step-son Mark Williamson (Brittainy Williamson) as well as his beloved sister Jan Warnke and her husband Chris Wilt. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St; Phoenix, AZ 85014 (hov.org/donate) or to Gracious Savior Church, 33520 Hwy 6., P.O. Box 250; Edwards, CO 81632

Join us on October 30 for mingling, buffet dinner and drinks at our annual Installation Celebration. Click here or below to reserve seats. Sponsorships are also available. Contact mel@vbr.net.

The Buyer's Champion: Mastering the Art of Client Advocacy and Protecting Commissions

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

2 CE credits.

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Want to be the agent buyers love ? This course equips you to be their champion; learning skills to excel in buyer representation, fostering long-term client relationships, and safeguarding your commissions.

NAR Settlement

October 28

1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

3 CE credits.

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This course with Brieonna Aljets provides real estate brokers a better understanding of the antitrust lawsuits, the effects of the NAR Settlement and how it impacts Colorado brokers. Gain insights into compliance requirements, ethical considerations, and practical strategies to navigate the evolving landscape shaped by the settlement, ensuring professionalism and integrity in their transactions. 

Redline Contracts

October 29

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

3 CE credits.

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This course is an in-depth review of the 2025 contracts and changes with instructor Brieonna Aljets.

Click here for Colorado forms and contracts.

Click here or the image below to see a report of September residential market statistics. Log into your VBR member account and vbr.net/members-only/market-statistics to see reports of individual areas in Eagle County.

Does CRS §12-10-301 inhibit buyers and their brokers from having creative fee arrangements?

Learn why the answer to this question is “no” in this video with attorney Jon Goodman.

Get the facts & resources on the proposed 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.

Commission fields were removed in the Vail Multi-List Service (Flexmls) on August 1st as part of the VMLS' compliance with the NAR Settlement.

You are encouraged to reach out to your legal counsel, or take advantage of the CAR Legal Hotline available at no cost to Realtors®.

The Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) General Counsel, Scott Peterson, hosted two webinars on new contracts. Both recordings can be found here. 

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