The bill is intended to attract condo developers to the state by reducing the number of lawsuits filed against them over construction defects. From VailDaily.com.
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Focus should be on inventory - not on jeopardizing the consumer experience. From NAR.
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Short-term rental owners met with lawmakers regarding the proposed bill. From Denver7.com.
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Residential market stats are available for January 2024. Click the image below to see stats for all of Eagle County. Log into your VBR member account and visit vbr.net to see stats for individual areas.
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The Vail Board of REALTORS® sends sincere condolences to Beth, Adi, and the Slifer Family. Rod Slifer leaves behind an inspirational legacy for our community and the real estate profession.
Rod was named "REALTOR® of the Year" in 2004, and was one of the inaugural members of the Vail Board of REALTORS®. In 1994 he joined forces with Mark Smith and Harry Frampton to create Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate.
The VBR will share any forthcoming information regarding a memorial service.
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Procuring Cause: Who Gets the Money?
Wednesday, February 14
Hybrid (Zoom and classroom)
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
3 CE
Arbitration/Mediation process and best practices with Tod Franklin. A required class for VBR Designated REALTORS®, but benefits all Brokers.
Designated Realtors® (Managing or Owner Brokers) are REQUIRED to complete Procuring Cause training once within a three-year cycle. The current three-year cycle is January 1, 2023 and will end Dec. 31, 2025.
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Redline Colorado Contracts
Wednesday, February 14
1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
3 CE
Join Tod Franklin for an overview of the newest contracts for Colorado Brokers. Includes a focus on problematic sections.
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Taxes for Real Estate Professionals
Vail Pro Designation
Tuesday, February 20
9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
2 CE and 2 Vail Pro credits
Taught by Kathy Calton of CrossCountry Mortgage, this class reviews the “business tax side” of the real estate agent’s world.
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NAR Ethics
Wednesday, February 21
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
4 CE
Join instructor Tod Franklin for an Ethics class that includes case studies and exercises.
This class meets the Code of Ethics requirement for REALTORS and Appraisers. The current 3-year Ethics cycle for ALL Realtors is January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024.
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2024 CREC Update - Virtual
Wednesday, February 21
8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
4 CE
The Colorado Association of REALTORS® offers the 2024 Annual Commission Update, featuring Scott Peterson, CAR's General Counsel. CAR hosts this class and it is not a VBR class.
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Free VBR-hosted classes in 2024
VBR Realtors and Appraisers receive free education in 2024 as a member benefit. Classes must be VBR-hosted - not a third-party course. Find scheduled VBR education and events in the below link.
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Find your VBR education history
VBR Members can see a list of classes they've taken with the VBR on their Member Hub. When logged in to the Hub, click "Events & Classes" in the blue menu bar. At the top of the classes page, click "customize results." Clear any selected dates and click the box for "I'm registered for or have attended."
You will then see a list of classes and events you've attended with the VBR. The Member Hub goes back to May 2021. Please contact the VBR for classes before that date.
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NAR president pens opinion piece defending real estate
“Real estate professionals have earned the trust of the American people through their work in their local communities and deserve better than to have their livelihoods vilified,” says National Association of REALTORS® President Kevin Sears in his letter to the Bloomberg Opinion editor.
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Learn how NAR promotes homeownership through efficient, transparent, and accessible marketplaces at www.competition.realtor.
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Find a trusted VBR Affiliate
Visit VBR's online Affiliate Directory to find an Affiliate member who can help you and your clients with products and services!
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(Video and transcript) Be prepared to meet independent contractor classification challenges by following these best practices. From NAR's video series, "Window to the Law."
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COMING SOON: NEW STATS TOOL |
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Launching February 2024: InfoSparks
We're getting closer to a new, interactive market stats program called InfoSparks! InfoSparks will replace Domus and integrate into FlexMLS.
REMINDER: During the transition, market stats will ONLY be available using the market stats in Flex in addition to the market stats on the VBR webpage.
InfoSparks will launch the week of February 27th, with a training webinar on February 16th. Please watch for additional details!
InfoSparks will provide access to real-time, robust, live market stats going back 20 years. You can send info to clients, post to your website, and include data in newsletters. Market stats are a valuable tool to demonstrate your deep insight into our local real estate market as you guide clients through the buying or selling process.
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Your data can be tracked even when you fully opt out, here’s how
Even if you’re taking precautions, you can still have your privacy ruined by online trackers. The web tool, Blacklight, spotlights pesky privacy trackers you can’t see. From TheAmericanGenius.com.
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Free wildfire mitigation offered
Did you know that FREE wildfire mitigation property assessments are available to Eagle County homeowners? More information can be found at RealFire.net.
Please take some time to educate yourself, clients, and fellow community members.
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Member Benefits & Programs
As a Realtor®, your membership includes National, State, and Local. Affiliates also receive benefits as a VBR member. We provide the tools to enhance professionalism in the real estate industry.
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Members only: Monthly market stats
All VBR members can log in at VBR.net to see monthly stats, including each area in Eagle County.
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Find trusted industry-related partners in the Vail Board of Realtors®' Affiliate directory.
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Find trusted industry-related partners in the Vail Board of Realtors®' Affiliate directory. |
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Help strengthen the VBR's events, services, member offerings, and initiatives. |
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The Competition.Realtor website is available for Realtors®, and it provides a comprehensive overview - and talking points - of how Realtors® and the local MLS broker marketplaces benefit consumers.
The Vail Board of REALTORS® also makes this available on our "Why Use a REALTOR®" page on our website to help the public understand the value of REALTORS®.
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Burnett et al v. NAR et al lawsuit: Resources & video |
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The Burnett vs. NAR lawsuit claims that the Defendants (NAR et al) created and implemented rules which require home sellers to pay commissions to the broker or agent representing the buyer. It also alleges that Defendants enforce these rules through anticompetitive and unlawful practices. The lawsuit claims that these rules are anticompetitive and unfair, and that they violate federal antitrust law.
NAR is appealling the liability finding and stands by the fact that NAR rules serve the best interests of consumers, support market-driven pricing, and advance business competition.
We are sharing resources and helpful facts about the case in the button, video and links below.
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Put your safety first - with free tools available to members! |
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The Vail Board of Realtors® partners with Safe Showings to provide members with this safety tool.
SafeShowings deters criminal behavior, allows you to notify emergency contacts, and mark yourself as safe through the app.
Learn how it works and register today to use SafeShowings!
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FOREWARN is an application that allows agents to have instant due diligence on prospects.
In seconds, with as little information as a phone number or name, VMLS members 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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Education Quick Links
Visit VBR's Education Requirements page for more info on Code of Ethics, license cycle requirements,and more. A reminder: Please stay organized, and keep paper or virtual copies of your certificates.
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Welcome Home Bags available as free closing gifts
The Welcome Home Bag Program is a FREE benefit available for REALTOR® members who sell a home. Call 766-1028 to schedule a pick-up or email matt@vbr.net.
The bag is a great gift for your buyer clients. Each cooler bag includes a picnic blanket, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable shopping tote. It is also a great way to promote our REALTOR® and Affiliate members.
Affiliates: Sponsorship opportunities are available for one of the items. Please contact mel@vbr.net.
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Earn the Vail Pro Designation |
Increase your 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!
Classes are free for VBR members.
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You can easily access your account with the Vail Board of REALTORS® to register for events, pay invoices, and update your contact information. |
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If you have not yet created your account, click the link below and enter your name and contact email (Make sure it's the email we have on file for you). Once you hit submit, you will get a follow-up email to finish setting up the account.
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HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION |
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VBR TEAM
Association Executive
MLS Director
Member Services & Office Manager
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SUPPORT LINES
If you need assistance with MLS, MLS Touch App, Tech Helpline, or Sentrilock, please use the contact information below.
Flexmls Support:
888-525-4747
(7 AM to 8 PM MTN, Monday - Friday)
Tech Helpline:
Phone: 866-619-8170
Sentrilock Support:
Phone: 877-736-8745
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Vail Board of Realtors
970-766-1028 | www.vbr.net
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