VBR OFFICE UPDATES
During our 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 items like lockboxes and power paddles bags during the project. 

The renovation will be completed in early 2021 and will provide our members with a modern, functional, and upgraded space.
Association Executive

MLS Director

Membership & Office Coordinator

Education & Marketing Manager
Mike Fox, MLS Director, will be out of the office until January 4. The VBR Team will work together to run the MLS in his absence. If you need assistance, please contact Erica Kirk at [email protected] and we will assist you.

Helpful support lines:
Flexmls Support: [email protected] or 1-888-525-4747
Sentrilock: 877-736-8745
Tech Helpline: Phone: 866-619-8170
BEST OF THE BLOGS

A handful of economists shared with Inman their forecasts for home sales and prices, inventory, the impact of a coronavirus vaccine and the risk of another recession. From Inman.com.

Being asked to cut your commission is no fun. There are good ways to handle it, and there are bad ways. Here are the ways agents typically defend themselves — and the arguments that are best left unsaid. Inman.com.

The goal is to raise awareness around the growing dangers of wildfires in Colorado and across the Western United States. From the Vail Daily.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
For any online classes hosted by the VBR, links to attend will be sent to registrants prior to the class. NOTE: Attendees MUST be on camera for the entire duration to receive CE credit (per DORA).
UPCOMING VBR CLASSES
As a benefit to our Realtor® members, the VBR once again will offer FREE CREC Update classes!
Note: The class must be taken through the VBR, or online with Thrive Real Estate Education. A few classes are listed below, and Thrive will have its class listed after January 1.
2021 CREC Annual Update (Live Online)
Wednesday, January 13
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Connie Tremblay
4 CE credits
2021 Contracts & Forms (Live Online)
Wednesday, January 13
1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Instructor: Connie Tremblay
3 CE credits

Connie reviews best practices, 2021 Redline updates and the COVID Addendum. 
2021 CREC Annual Update (Live Online)
Thursday, January 21
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Instructor: John Gillam
4 CE credits
2021 CREC Annual Update (Live Online)
Tuesday, January 26
12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: John Gillam
4 CE credits
DORA UPDATE
The Division of Real Estate (the “Division”) recently issued a licensee alert regarding compliance with COVID-19 Public Health Orders and Executive Orders.
TECH TIPS
Dear Marketing Mastermind: What tech is must-have for 2021?

Find out which tech tools are paying big dividends for real estate pros. Inman.com.
AFFILIATE CORNER
AFFILIATE SPOTLIGHT
Vacasa is a full-service short-term rental property management company that unlocks the possibilities and simplifies the experience of renting out a vacation home. Contact Claire Ewing with Vacasa today for info on the Preferred Agent Network!
Find trusted industry related partners in
VBR's affiliate directory. 
Welcome to our newest Realtor and Affiliate members!
AFFILIATE & THIRD PARTY CLASSES
Realtors®: Do you need your 2020 CREC Update?

There is a FREE class online with Thrive Real Estate Education. You can take this course at any time between now and December 31, 2020.
VBR FOUNDATION
Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation is registered with AmazonSmile, an easy way to help fund our efforts.

  1. Visit AmazonSmile.com
  2. Enter your Amazon.com log in and password
  3. Choose the VBR Foundation
  4. Shop away to support the cause!

Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of eligible smile.amazon.com purchases to the charities selected by customers.

VBRF's mission is to assist the community and association members with need-based financial assistance, not-for-profit support, education, and disaster relief.
SAVE OUR SEASON
Take the pledge to Save Our Season, Stop Our Spread

The “Save Our Season” initiative is a grass-roots, business-led initiative that is designed to supplement (not replace) the Eagle County COVID resources and tools. Eagle County has signed off in support.

You can download free assets and promotional tools via Dropbox at SOS Promo Kit Vail Valley. This includes posters, social media resources, and stickers. 
COVID RESOURCES
Eagle County's Public Health order was recently revised to adopt statewide orders, along with additional requirements specific to the local community. 
SAFE SHOWING PLEDGE & OPEN HOUSES
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.
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).
UPDATED COVID MATERIALS
New Posters to Put Up at Your Business

The COVID Dial Poster and the Mask Poster should be posted by all businesses and organizations. Be sure to read through the brand guide. The intention is to direct everyone to the eaglecountycovid.org website for the latest information.

Businesses can pull down all old posters, social distancing protocols and notices. Replace everything with the COVID Dial and Mask Posters.
EDUCATION QUICK LINKS
REQUIREMENTS
ONLINE OPTIONS



FREE Online Classes
at Thrive (including a free CREC Update class)
DESIGNATION QUICK LINKS
EARN YOUR VAIL PRO DESIGNATION
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!
BENEFITS & PROGRAMS
SECURITY TOOL
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.
HUB LOCKER PICKUPS
VBR's new Hub Locker pickup service is an awesome convenience available to our members! VBR's Hub Lockers allow members to pick up items when we are not around and to limit interaction during this uncertain time.
NAR & CAR Benefits
WELCOME HOME BAG PROGRAM
The Welcome Home Bag Program is temporarily on hold. Our goal is to resume distributing bags in early 2020. We apologize for the inconvenience.

VBR's "Welcome Home Bag" Program is a FREE benefit for VBR REALTOR® members. The bags are great client gifts, and each cooler bag includes a picnic blanket, cutting board, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable shopping tote.
Thank you to our sponsors, Closet Factory, Fireside Properties, FirstBank, Stewart Title, Title Company of the Rockies, TurnKey Vacation Rentals, and Walls + Floors/ The Paint Bucket.
MASK UP WITH THE VBR
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. 

Contact us for your free mask, or pick up several for your office!
HOME MAGAZINE DISCOUNT
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.
HELPFUL CONTACT INFO
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SUPPORT LINES
VAIL BOARD OF REALTORS
275 Main Street, Suite G004
Edwards, CO 81632
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