Yesterday Eagle County moved to the “Blue Phase,” which opens our county up to do more. Some of the changes included in the new order are listed below.
- Allows gatherings of up to 50 people. Six feet of distance will still be required between non-household members.
- Allows dine-in service at restaurants and bars at a reduced capacity, with social distancing protocols in place.
- Allows short-term lodging to reopen at a reduced capacity.
- Allows outdoor recreation businesses, such as guided tours, and areas with high-touch equipment like playgrounds to open if social distancing and sanitation requirements are met.
- Requires all visitors to be free of any symptoms consistent with COVID-19 for 10 days prior to arrival in Eagle County.
- Continues requirements for people who are sick and for people who have been exposed to someone who is sick.
- Continues requirement for all businesses to create and visibly post a Social Distancing Protocol, explaining how the business is achieving all social distancing, sanitizing and cleaning, and other requirements.
The most significant change for the real estate industry is it allows non-residents to come to Eagle County to view properties, but they
must follow
all requirements of Section IV. D of the May 25, 2020 Eagle County Public Health Order. This includes not visiting Eagle County if you have symptoms of COVID-19, self-screening for symptoms, and following all self-isolation and self-quarantine procedures if necessary. These tools are easy to share.
Please know that because DORA governs real estate Open Houses are still not allowed at this point.
As a business in the community, I would encourage you to check out the “Business Communication Guide” and the “Welcome Home” toolkit, which invites second homeowners to “come here, live here, stay here.” There has been a lot of work to support our economic recovery.
We are six days away from our Conversion to Flexmls! If you have not had a chance to take a live webinar be sure to register for one this week. If the times do not work for your schedule, all webinars are posted on the Flex Conversion page or on VBR.net. Don’t forget that Rapattoni will go
Read Only
on
May 28th at 11:59 p.m
. That means members will be unable to add or edit any listings, contacts or saved search during the 29th, 30th and 31st. Be sure to plan accordingly.
Best regards,
Erica Kirk
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Eagle County has advanced to the "Blue" Phase in the county’s
Public Health Order
regarding COVID-19. The move officially took place yesterday.
All community members are strongly encouraged to read the entire order.
As some restrictions are rolled back, Eagle County officials note the importance of residents and business leaders continuing to meet social distancing requirements.
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County offers toolkits for local businesses
Eagle County has an updated
COVID-19 Business Toolkit
and a
Business Communication Toolkit
to help local businesses navigate the transition from the Green Phase to the Blue Phase.These resources are available to all businesses as they prepare for the next iteration of the public health order.
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The VBR office will
remain closed until May 31
, and the staff will continue to work remotely.
- We have an hour window on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for members to pick up lockboxes and "Welcome Home Bags". Members must email [email protected] beforehand so we can have items ready for pick up outside the office, which will limit interaction.
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Campaign aims to create economic recovery
The Welcome Home campaign invites second-home owners to “come here, live here, stay here.” It's also a strategy to quickly bring much-needed revenue into the community.
The toolkit is a collection of graphics and messages that invite our second-home owners to move to Eagle County. Use these assets to connect with second-home owners and locals, and together we will lead our community toward economic recovery.
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COVID-19 has changed the way a lot of people look at and act in the new world. These are the biggest 5 changes you should be aware of in consumers (from The American Genius).
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A total of $125,000 is going to Brothers Redevelopment, the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless and Habitat for Humanity of Colorado (Denverite.com).
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An update from Tyrone Adams, CEO of the Colorado Association of Realtors.
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For any online classes, 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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REALFire Program
Vail Pro Designation
Monday, June 8
12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Instructor:
2 Vail Pro credits and 2 CE
Learn about the
REALFire
wildfire mitigation program in an online class! The panel includes wildfire experts Molly Mowery, founder and CEO of Wildfire Planning International, and Eric Lovgren, REALFire program coordinator.
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Breakthrough Business Planning
Vail Pro Designation
Monday, June 15
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Instructor: Jim Dague
4 Vail Pro credits
This in person class will be limited to 15 attendees.
Instructor Jim Dague will help you set and reach goals in a fun and exciting classroom environment. This class is applicable to Realtor and Affiliate members.
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New Affiliate and Third Party education opportunities are listed below under "Affiliate Corner." Check out what's new, including webinars on marketing and business with industry experts!
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Join us for online Flexmls trainings - offered throughout May and June.
This week:
Tuesday, May 26 at 10:00 a.m.
Subscriptions, Portals & Contacts Management
Wednesday, May 27 at 2:00 p.m.
Customizations and Time Saving Features
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Thursday, May 28 at 10:00 a.m.
Listing Maintenance (adding/changing listings)
Friday, May 29 at 10:00 a.m.
Getting Started in Flexmls
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The effects of COVID-19 decreased new listings and pending sales for all categories in April. However, median sales price increased for townhomes and condos, average sales price increased, and days on market decreased for single family homes. Members can see the full report by clicking the image below, or by signing in at
vbr.net
.
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Wildfire mitigation can help protect properties
A
2018 Vail Daily story
highlights how mitigation protected properties when a wildfire broke out in Eagle County.
REALFire is a free, voluntary program promoting wildfire education, awareness, and action in Eagle County. Local residents can request a property assessment to evaluate the external conditions of their home and landscape to determine its susceptibility to wildfire. REALFire also offers opportunities for Realtors to engage in wildfire education activities.
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Colorado Association of Realtors General Counsel Scott Peterson discusses the state’s the Safer at Home Order and what might be coming forward in regards to real estate.
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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION OPEN
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The VBR Foundation is accepting applications for its Academic Scholarship. Applicants must have resided in Eagle County for two or more years, and be
enrolling in or returning to a college, university or accredited academic institution of higher learning in the fall of the current year as a full time student.
The application deadline is June 19 by 5:00 p.m.
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GIVE A DOG A HOME
Home for Hounds of Avon is a public art exhibit and
fundraiser for the Eagle Valley Humane Society!
Home for Hounds offers sponsors promotional and marketing reach across many avenues. For more information on sponsorships, please contact Krista DeHerrera at 970-777-3166 or
[email protected]
.
VBR is the proud presenting sponsor of Home for Hounds.
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For 42 years, SteamMaster Restoration and Cleaning's team of local experts has offered world-class solutions for residential and commercial clients. SteamMaster is a single-source solution for specialty cleaning and restoration. One call does it all - from emergency water extraction, water and fire restoration, mold and odor removal, hard surface and carpet cleaning, crawl space encapsulation and repair. And now including COVID-19 deep cleaning and disinfecting services.
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AFFILIATE & THIRD PARTY CLASSES
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The
Colorado Small Business Development Center Network
offers webinars to address common COVID-19 programs and to give you the opportunity to ask questions of industry experts. You can find topics for startups, and also the weekly Managing in Uncertainty series (Mondays at Noon).
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Educated Minds is offering courses in practicing real estate during COVID-19. Some courses offer CE credits.
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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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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
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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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VBR's "Welcome HOME Bag" Program is back in action! However, we are following social distancing protocols. Contact
[email protected]
to schedule a bag pick up on a
Monday or Thursday at 10:00 a.m.
This is a free benefit to all VBR REALTORS®, members who sell a home, and the bags are designed to be client gifts. Each cooler bag includes a picnic blanket, cutting board, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable shopping tote. 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
Jennifer Wuebbolt
of Colorado Mountain News Media for info. Click below to read HOME.
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More CAR Benefits (click each):
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VAIL BOARD OF REALTORS
275 Main Street, Suite G004
Edwards, CO 81632
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