Our Annual Installation Celebration is this week on Wednesday, November 4. The VBR's outgoing and incoming Boards will be getting together for this event in person, and we invite all members to tune in live on Zoom at 5:00 pm. We will celebrate the 2020 Board of Directors, install our new Directors, and announce the Realtor and Affiliate of the Year!
Before the end of the year, VBR's RPAC Major Investor goal is to get 13 investors. For anyone that makes a Sterling "R" Major Investor investment right now, you will receive a special invitation to attend the VBR Installation Celebration in-person. Click here to invest. Additionally, the Vail Board of Realtors Board of Directors has also agreed to match every $1,000 investment up to $5,000 in hopes of reaching our Major Investor goal this year.
We are also wrapping up the VBR’s Virtual Affiliate Expo this week. Be sure to get entered to win a $100 Visa gift card for just like, commenting on, or sharing an Affiliate Expo post.
Lastly, as a reminder, VBR Annual Dues billing will also be sent out to all Realtors and Affiliate on Thursday, November 5.
Have a great week.
Erica Kirk
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Due to an office renovation, the VBR staff is working remotely. Please contact the VBR team by phone or email. The Realtor® Hub Locker system is available for members to pick up lockboxes, power paddles, and Welcome Home bags during the project.
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VBR's Realtor® Members have exclusive access to membership benefits, including numerous benefits with the Colorado Association of Realtors® and National Association of Realtors®. Visit our Member Benefits page for more info! Or scroll down to Benefits & Programs in this newsletter.
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To get into the conversation, luxury agents need websites that exude luxury, exclusivity and professionalism. 5 tips to benefit any agent. Inman.com
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Winter is typically slow for the real estate market. But because of the coronavirus pandemic, this winter will be a great time to sell. Here's why. Realtor.com
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To be eligible to apply, businesses must have a current and valid Town of Avon business license and be up-to-date with Avon sales tax. VailDaily.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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Free Vail Pro Schools & Education Series
Join us for this online series with representatives from the Eagle County School District and area private and public schools as they give updates on their individual institutions. These one-hour presentations are available to all VBR members.
Our community offers a selection of public and private schools. It's beneficial for Realtors® to be knowledgeable on local schools for their clients, and it's helpful for any VBR members with questions on local education.
Note: If you are working toward earning your Vail Pro Designation, please *attend four of the presentations.
Tuesday, November 3
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Vail Mountain School & Eagle County Charter Academy
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Thursday, November 5
9:00 a.m.
Stone Creek Charter School
Friday, November 6
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Eagle County School District and Vail Snowboard & Ski Academy
Tuesday, November 10
10:00 a.m.
St. Clare of Assisi School
Tuesday, November 17
9:00 a.m.
Vail Christian High School
*Presentations will be recorded and made available at a later date. We suggest attending live for Q & A (and in case of any recording issues).
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Free Vail Pro Community Annual Update Series
This online series features community leaders from Vail Valley Partnership, Vail Valley Foundation and other organizations. Additional presentations are being scheduled with Vail Resorts, Eagle River Watershed Council, Eagle County, etc.
Note: If you are working toward earning your Vail Pro Designation, please *attend four of the presentations.
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Tuesday, December 1
9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Vail Valley Partnership
Thursday, December 3
9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Vail Valley Foundation
*Presentations will be recorded and made available at a later date. We suggest attending live for Q & A (and in case of any recording issues).
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That's My Money! Procuring Cause (Live Online)
Wednesday, November 11
9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Procuring Cause is a VBR requirement for Primary & Secondary Managing or Owner Brokers. However, any Realtor® can take the course. Two online options are below.
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2021 Contracts (Live Online)
Wednesday, November 18
1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
3 CE credits
Join Tod Franklin for this informative class as he reviews best practices, 2021 Redline updates and the COVID Addendum.
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NAR Ethics (Live Online)
Thursday, November 19
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Ethics is a REQUIRED class that must be taken by all Realtors® and Appraisers once every three years (at least 2.5 credits). The current cycle is January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2021.
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2020 CREC/ACU Update (Live Online)
Wednesday, December 2
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
4 CE credits
VBR is offering this course for FREE to members! To be eligible, you must either take a VBR hosted class, or take the class online with Thrive Real Estate Education.
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Donate today for wildfire relief
You can support your Colorado neighbors who have been affected by wildfires. The Colorado Association of Realtors® is raising funds to directly assist residents with relief provided in the form of mortgage and rental assistance to local Colorado communities.
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Last week to enter to win! Prizes and promotions in VBR's Affiliate Virtual Expo
Meet Affiliate members virtually in our online Affiliate Expo hosted on Facebook and Instagram. Like, comment, or share ANY or ALL of the Affiliate Expo posts, and you'll be entered to win a $100 gift cards(one entry per each post interaction)!
Affiliates are offering special discounts or prizes for liking or sharing their posts.
Our Affiliate members are trusted industry-related partners. Please refer them to clients in need of services.
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Holiday gift basket auction to support the VBR Foundation Scholarship
The Vail Board of Realtors®️ Foundation is planning its annual holiday fundraiser to support its Annual Academic Scholarship Fund! We enjoyed seeing all the creativity last year with gift baskets, so we're doing it again! Each individual office is asked to create a special silent auction gift basket. Come up with a theme and build your gift basket to be the best one.
The winning office receives a $250 gift certificate for the lunch of choice!
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Sipes Architects is a unique firm in the Vail Valley that works closely with clients to envision custom designs and tailored renovations for homes, restaurants and hotels. Our team has a combined 70 years of experience in residential and commercial architecture, and our work is continuously inspired by our global travels and the natural mountain elements that surround us. We revere art, science, and the spirit of inspired design that helps to shape human experience.
It’s your dream space, and Sipes Architects is eager to bring it to life.
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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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CHANGE TO STATE COVID-19 ORDER
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Due to rising COVID cases, the State of Colorado has issued changes to its 'Safer at Home' orders. The updates are to combat one of the areas contributing most to spread - private/personal gatherings.
The new orders will prohibit gatherings of more than 2 households. This is because we are seeing gatherings of less than 10 people but with several different households present, spreading the virus more widely requiring expanded quarantines or expansive impacts to schools, businesses, etc.
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Further changes are outlined below with the revised order attached:
p. 4 Section II.A: clarified that counties are not limited to being moved only one level at a time in the dial, and that CDPHE reserves the right to move counties in the dial more quickly than the timeframes outlined as circumstances warrant.
p. 5, 6 and 8 Section II.B, C, and D: reduced the gathering size limit in Level 1 to no more than 10 people, clarified in all 3 levels that gatherings should not exceed more than 2 households, and clarified that the person caps in restaurants, houses of worship, and indoor/outdoor events exclude staff.
p 10 Section III.B: clarified that critical businesses and government functions should follow their sector guidance, unless doing so does not allow them to provide the critical need.
p. 21 Section IV.C.15: clarified that elections operations includes activities at voter services and polling centers and other locations where elections activities occur, as well as including the act of voting by a voter.
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PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER REVISED
Eagle County's Public Health order was recently revised to adopt statewide orders, along with additional requirements specific to the local community.
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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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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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The Division of Real Estate continues to receive complaints concerning real estate brokers not following state and county-issued guidance regarding COVID-19 restrictions when performing real estate activities. Please be aware that many Orders are still in effect and you should be vigilant to stay in compliance of those Orders for the safety of yourself and others.
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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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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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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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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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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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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More CAR Benefits (click each):
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Association Executive
MLS Director
Membership & Office Coordinator
Education & Marketing Manager
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VAIL BOARD OF REALTORS
275 Main Street, Suite G004
Edwards, CO 81632
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