January 26, 2023

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

2024 ANNUAL DUES

Please review your "Account Balance" module to verify outstanding invoices.

NAR 2024 dues were raised $6. CAR 2024 dues were raised $20. PPAR dues of $300 have not been raised since 2001.

Timeline For Payment

 

The full amount of the 2024 Annual Dues invoice were due on December 31, 2023

 

January 2nd - 1st late fee of $25 were added to PPAR account if invoice not paid in full.

 

February 1st - 2nd late fee of $25 will be added to PPAR account if invoice and first late fee not paid in full. MLS services will also be suspended.

 

March 1st - PPAR Membership and RSC services will be terminated for non-payment of 2024 Annual Dues.


If you have any questions, please contact the Accounting Dept. at 719-633-7718 Opt 3.

Beware Of The Latest Scams and Frauds

Some of our members have been getting text messages and phone calls about health insurance and they make it seem like it is coming from CAR or NAR. These calls and messages are NOT from CAR or NAR.



PPAR and CAR DO NOT sell or give members information, especially cell phone numbers and emails to anyone.

LEARN MORE!

RPAC - "Early Bird" Raffle

We want to start 2024 strong, especially since it’s an election year and we need to support as many REALTOR® Party Champions as possible.


Join us in fighting for homeownership and protecting private property rights by investing in RPAC. Enter our raffle for a chance to win one of the prizes below. This is a great opportunity to start your 2024 major investment. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest early in RPACI


Raffle will end on February 7th and the drawing will take place on February 8th. 

Prizes:

- $600 Broadmoor Gift Card

- $300 Amazon Gift Card

- $100 Visa Gift Card

How to Play:

- $99 = 1 Ticket

- $300 + Pledging to be a 2024 Sterling R Major Investor = 5 Tickets

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS NOW!

VIDEOS

YPN January Meeting - Two Things

YPN | JANUARY MEETING

WINDOW TO THE LAW | INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR BEST PRACTICES

NEW PPAR PODCAST!


Are you curious about the world of real estate advocacy, but found it to be confusing and maybe a little intimidating?


Join us as we delve deeply into the nuances of this ever-evolving industry, shedding light on the crucial ways in which REALTORS® champion the interests of their clients, their communities, and their industry.


Whether you're a seasoned real estate enthusiast or a curious first-time homebuyer, our monthly podcast promises to demystify the advocacy efforts of REALTORS®, providing valuable insights that empower and inform. Tune in, and let's navigate the fascinating terrain of real estate advocacy together.

Listen to our podcast on all your favorite platforms, including Spotify, Apple podcasts, iHeart podcasts, and Samsung podcasts! Or watch it on our YouTube channel!

Policy Pulse Podcast Episode 1

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Upcoming Classes:

GRI 114 - Taxes & the Real Estate Professional


You will examine income and taxation, deductions, related deductions such as interest, depreciation, travel, etc. You will also investigate expenses, in home office fees, retirement, capital gains and more!


Thursday, February 22

8:30AM - 12:30PM

4 CE Credits

$50, 3rd Floor Training Room

Instructor: Mike Moger

REGISTER NOW TAXES & THE RE PROFESSIONAL

Improve Your CMAs


Learn the importance of preparing and providing an accurate and complete market analysis.


Friday, February 23

9AM - 12PM

3 CE Credits

$35, 3rd Floor Training Room

Instructor: Kevin Stahle

REGISTER TO IMPROVE YOUR CMAs

Writing Killer Contracts


Learn the basic attributes of a killer or clean contract by delving into brokerage relationships, documenting compensation, nondiscrimination & love letters, dates, deadlines and more!


Monday, February 26

9AM - 12PM

3 CE Credits

$35, 3rd Floor Training Room

Instructor: Liz Bowen

REGISTER FOR KILLER CONTRACTS

GRI 102 - Business Planning


Business Planning & Goal Setting is one of the least practiced aspects of the real estate business, and yet one of the most important. Learn how to prepare clear, concise and attainable written goals, financial and statistical information for use in goal setting and so much more!


Thursday, February 29

8:30AM - 12:30PM

4 Hrs. GRI / PPRES CREDIT ONLY - NO CE CREDIT

$50, 3rd Floor Training Room

Instructor: Mariana Wagner

REGISTER FOR BUSINESS PLANNING

You can always find more information about upcoming classes and events in the "Courses, Calendars, Events" module. Click on the Education Calendar tile to see scheduled upcoming classes.

GET MORE FROM FOREWARN

DO YOU HAVE FOREWARN?

Forewarn is a FREE PPAR REALTOR® Member Benefit that enables you to gain real-time knowledge, for purposes such as verifying identity, searching for criminal histories, and validating information provided by potential clients such as financial and asset information – all from just a phone number or name. Risk assessment and due diligence at your fingertips™.


Want to learn how to use Forewarn more effectively? Sign up for the next free online training seminar!

SET UP YOUR FREE FOREWARN ACCOUNT

MORE NEWS FOR YOU

Breakfast with the Builders


For over 30 years, HBA builder members and REALTORS® have gathered at this exclusive event to discuss new inventory and beneficial locations for home buyers. Network, develop, and strengthen your relationship with builders. It's crucial for a thriving housing and building industry in Colorado Springs.


Wednesday, February 14

8:30AM - 11AM - Antlers Hotel

$20 per person

REGISTER FOR BREAKFAST WITH THE BUILDERS

IREM Economic Forecast Breakfast


Attend the 33rd Annual IREM Economic Forecast Breakfast. Get insight from experts so you can make informed decisions and strategic plans for 2024 and into 2025.


Thursday, February 22

Starting at 7AM

Great Wolf Lodge - 9494 Federal Drive

$60 per person

MORE INFO AND REGISTER!

CONTACT US


719-633-7718

Option 1 for Pikes Peak RSC and MLS Support

Option 2 for SentriLock Support

Option 3 for PPAR Membership Services and Accounting

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Pikes Peak Association of REALTORS®, Inc. (“PPAR”) is a Colorado nonprofit corporation. Pikes Peak REALTOR® Services Corp. (“RSC”) is a Colorado for profit corporation. 100% of the RSC stock is owned by PPAR, in other words, RSC is a wholly owned subsidiary of PPAR. RSC provides a product/service known as the “Pikes Peak Multiple Listing Service” also referred to as the “PPMLS”; both are Colorado registered trademarks owned by RSC. (A trademark is a word(s) or symbol legally registered or established by use as representing a product or service.)