July 15, 2019
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RAPPATONI MLS & DOTLOOP

AUGUST TRAINING SCHEDULE
DOTLOOP TRAINING
AUGUST 6
We' re happy to announce that the Ithaca Board of REALTORS will provide IBOR forms through Dotloop as a member benefit
TRAINING SCHEDULE
August 6, 2019
9-11 a.m.
12-2 p.m.
3-5 p.m.

LOCATION:
Clarion Inn on Triphammer Road


As you know, the Ithaca Board of REALTORS will be changing services from Instanet to Dotloop to provide transaction management services.

PLEASE NOTE: Transactions will not convert to from Instanet to Dotloop. You must upload your transactions to Dotloop.

Dotloop software will be available in August after the training on August 6, 2019 . You can then transfer your documents from Instanet to Dotloop.
Dotloop empowers you to manage documents, eSignatures, storage, and overall broker collaboration - all in one platform. Dotloop is an online workspace that connects everyone and everything needed to complete a real estate transaction in one place. Dotloop allows you to edit, complete, sign and share documents without ever needing to print, fax or email.
***BROKER NOTICE***
OFFICE STAFF AND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND DOTLOOP AND RAPPATONI MLS TRAINING
RAPPATONI MLS
TRAINING AUGUST 20 - 22

We are also happy to announce that the Ithaca Board of REALTORS is converting to Rappatoni MLS on
August 20, 2019

Rapattoni MLS provides: a Mobile App for iOS and Android; interactive map search, customizable searches, custom displays and reports; scheduled prospecting, and interactive client portals, and a client activity portal
IMPORTANT MLS CONVERSION PROCESS

To prepare for the conversion you will want to download documents and capture criteria for saved searches. You will have access to InnoVia in read only format beginning on August 20th to September 2nd.
  1. Prospects/Contacts will convert to Rappatoni, but the criteria for saved searches that are sent to your prospect will not convert. Please be prepared to set up prospect searches in Rappatoni. You will have access to InnoVia in read only format beginning on August 20th and ending on September 2nd.
  2. Documents from Instanet/Authentisign WILL NOT CONVERT. You will have to download your documents. The Board will do its best to upload disclosure documents for active listings just before the final conversion so that those documents will not have to be uploaded.
TRAINING SCHEDULE

Training begin on August 20, 2019 and end on August 22, 2019 . There will be two different training times each day.
August 20, 2019
10 a.m. - 1: p.m.
3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
August 21 and 22
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Location:
Clarion Inn on Triphammer Road. 
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Network, Have Fun, and Earn Continuing Education Credits
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DAILY Schedule
Wednesday – 2 Classes with Craig Grant

Noon - 1:00 pm
Lunch Power Session - 60 Apps in 60 Minutes
Learn about the best apps for your phone/tablet to enhance your real estate business. (Box lunch provided)
1 CE Hour

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The REALTORS® Essential Tech Toolbox & Buying Guide

This course will give you Craig's expert advice on how to pick the right Mobile Devices, Apps & Internet Service Provider, Office/Contact/Lead Management Software, Digital Cameras, Office Phone Solutions, Anti-Virus, and much more that will allow you to run your business in the most cost- & time-efficient manner.
4 CE Hours


Earn 8 hours Continuing Education credit.
Wednesday night social hour is sure to be a good time.
Stay overnight for just $119*.
Thursday Morning -
Non-CE Classes

9:00 am - 10:00 am
Jim Rollo - Insurance

10:00 am - 11:00 am
Faith Sigler - Financial Planning

11:00 am - Noon
Bob Evans - realtor.com


Thursday Afternoon -
Roseann Farrow
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Create & Maintain a Win-Win Relationship with Clients
Let’s face it…the market is always changing, and consumers are more savvy! So that means it’s time to rethink your attitude, tweak your scripts, and adjust your business and action plans when working with Buyers and Sellers. We’ll cover how to effectively address your clients’ paradigms, negotiate resistance, and
demonstrate the value of your skills & marketing expertise. Your willingness to embrace the demands of the marketplace is the key to ensuring productivity, profitability, and client satisfaction.
3 CE Hours
Ithaca Board of REALTORS
Annual Fundraiser
The Board's fundraiser this year will support the Food Bank of the Southern Tier's backpack program and children's summer foods program. If you wish to donate you may do so here .

There will be a chicken BBQ at the Board Office on August 24, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. - until gone. Dinners will cost $15.00 and all proceeds support the Food Bank's children's programs.
Technology Tools and Apps
Tripit
Effortless Travel Organizer
tripit.com
Forward your travel confirmations to [email protected], and Tripit makes all the plans available on your mobile device. Besides the easy transfer of travel details, Tripit links parts of your trip together, combining your flight, car rental, and hotel under one trip.
Doing more than just sell houses.
LastPass
Password Manager
lastpass.com
You need a unique password for every place you register. LastPass collects and protects your passwords while identifying weak and duplicate entries. Retrieve your passwords on the go and share them without sacrificing privacy.