VBR EVENTS

YPN chapter kick off party


Join the VBR tomorrow for our Young Professionals Network (YPN) kickoff event.


Tomorrow

Tuesday, June 10

4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

The Rose in Edwards


Open to all VBR members and affiliates — regardless of age or experience.


RSVP or questions? Email amy.yurcak@cbmp.com.

CAR UPDATE

2025 CAR Election Results


Congratulations to those elected to a leadership position with the Colorado Association of REALTORS®, including VBR's Mark Gordon who will represent Colorado as a National Association of REALTORS® Director.

MARKET STATS

May 2025 market statistics are available for Eagle County residential real estate. Click here or the image below to see an overview of the market.


Log in and visit vbr.net to find reports for individual areas. We also offer images you can use to share stats with clients and consumers.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

VBR CLASSES


VBR-hosted education is FREE for our REALTOR® and Appraiser members in 2025! Vail Pro® courses are discounted or free for ALL VBR members.

This week

Vail Pro Radon in Real Estate

Wednesday, June 11

9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

1 CE credit. 1 Vail Pro credit.

REGISTER


Open to all members. Learn what exactly Radon is, why it is dangerous, and what happens if it's detected in the inspection. Presented by Ron Amass with True Perspective Home Consultants.


Learn more about the Vail Pro® Designation: www.vbr.net/vail-pro-designation

Understanding the Colorado Real Estate Commission's Position Statements

Tuesday, June 17

1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

3 CE credits

REGISTER


This class is highly recommended for all levels of experience. 


2025 CREC/Annual Commission Update

Wednesday, June 18

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

4 CE credits

REGISTER


Meets the annual requirement for Brokers with the Colorado Real Estate Commission.

Vail Pro Wildfire Awareness/REALFire®

Tuesday, June 24

12:00 to 2:00 p.m.

2 CE credits. 2 Vail Pro credits.

REGISTER


This course is open to all VBR members. Lunch & Learn about the REALFire Program and mitigation from a panel of community wildfire experts!


Learn more about the Vail Pro® Designation: www.vbr.net/vail-pro-designation

Vail Pro Title, Closing & Survey

Wednesday, June 25

9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

2 CE credits. 4.5 Vail Pro credits.

REGISTER



This course is open to all VBR members. Join us for a light breakfast and learn more about the processes of title, closing and survey. Presented by Sarah Dorman of Land Title Guarantee Company and Ted Archibeque of Archibeque Land Consulting.


Learn more about the Vail Pro® Designation: www.vbr.net/vail-pro-designation

THIRD-PARTY CLASSES & SEMINARS


These are 3rd party classes NOT provided by the Vail Board of REALTORS®.

Join the Colorado Association of REALTORS® for a dynamic virtual class led by attorneys Scott Peterson and Damian Cox, where you’ll explore real-world scenarios that bring the Code to life.


Code of Ethics - 3 CE

Tuesday, June 17

9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Online with CAR

REGISTER

BEST OF THE BLOGS

Real Estate Insurance Costs Are Rising. What Are the Solutions?


NAR “Risk to Resilience” roundtable shares how education and mitigation can help address insurance cost concerns, improve client confidence. From NAR.

NAR Board Approves Budget, Clarifies Code of Ethics Language


Directors heard a plan for building membership value, clarified NAR’s anti-harassment commitment, and raised significant funds for a good cause. From NAR.

Vail considers new laws to enforce defensible fire space around homes


Fire chief tells Town Council that 'suppression is not the solution.' VailDaily.com

AFFILIATE CORNER

Affiliate Spotlight: Archibeque Land Consulting


For over 55 years, Archibeque Land Consulting has been providing Land Surveying services in Eagle County and surrounding areas. We are rooted in the legacy of land surveying and driven by forward-thinking innovation. We utilize the latest technology to complement our experience for your requirements. Partner with us to bring clarity, precision, and purpose to your land survey needs.

NEW Affiliate directory!


There are approximately 200 VBR Affiliates offering services ranging from lending, home services, legal, home inspection, and more.


Visit our Affiliate Directory page to find an Affiliate to help you and your clients. We also offer a print directory.

NAR UPDATE

Your Post-RLM Advocacy Recap


The newest Advocacy Scoop Podcast episode recaps key takeaways from the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, from tax wins to what’s next in the Senate. Bonus content: Stick around as NAR tax experts unpack what the newest legislation could mean for REALTORS®!

Stay up to date at www.nar.realtor/advocacy.

BROKER & CLIENT RESOURCES

Consumer Guides from NAR

NAR's “Consumer Guide” series gives brokers tools to share with buyers and sellers, and gives consumers the information they need to find success in their homebuying or selling journey.



Guides are available for download on facts.realtor. New guides are added every month and are available in English and Spanish!


The buttons below link to helpful resources and videos from the National Association of REALTORS®, Colorado Association of REALTORS®, and the Vail Board of REALTORS®.

FREE SAFETY TOOL

Put your safety first - with this free tool available to members!

Are you using FOREWARN, an app that allows to do instant due diligence on prospects and check property records? FOREWARN is offered at no cost to MLS members.


Not using the app yet? Click here to get your free account (use the email address on file with the VBR).

Monthly trainings are offered online. Learn how to use the app to your advantage!

MEMBER RESOURCES

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.

MLS product support


Find training on Flexmls, InfoSparks, RPR and FOREWARN. Learn how to share data with clients, grow your business, better prospect, and protect yourself with these platforms offered at no additional cost.

Broadcast Email



Member to Member Broadcast Email is free and available to all VBR members (Realtors®, Appraisers, Affiliates, Assistants), courtesy of the Vail Multi-List Service.


The Broadcast Email "Cheat Sheet" is linked below and is also on our website at www.vbr.net/members-only/broadcast-email (log into your VBR member account to view).

Members only: Monthly market stats


All VBR members can log in at VBR.net (direct link below) to see monthly stats, including an overview of residential real estate and detailed reports of each area in Eagle County. We also offer images you can use to share stats with your clients.


Use your VBR member hub account to access this page - your email and your password.

Find trusted industry-related partners in the Vail Board of Realtors®' Affiliate directory. 
A list highlighting the newest Realtor® and Affiliate members.
Help strengthen the VBR's events, services, member offerings, and initiatives.

WILDFIRE AWARENESS

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.

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

Education Quick Links


Visit VBR's Education Requirements page for more info on Code of Ethics, license cycle requirements, and more. The link below includes a helpful tracking sheet you can use.


A reminder: Please stay organized, and keep paper or virtual copies of your certificates.

Ethics & Fair Housing 3-year cycles: 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2027


It is the start of a new Ethics and Fair Housing / Anti-Bias 3-year cycle.


The cycle for All Realtors® and Appraisers is January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2027.


These are both requirements of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). All Realtors® and Appraisers must complete at least 2 hours of Fair Housing training and 2.5 hours of Code of Ethics (COE) training in the same 3-year cycle.

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.

WELCOME HOME BAGS

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 or 766-1031.

ACCESS YOUR VBR ACCOUNT

You can easily access your account with the Vail Board of REALTORS® to register for events, pay invoices, and update your contact information.
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.

HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION

VBR TEAM


Kendra Murray

Association Executive

970-766-1029


Jessica Cliver

MLS Director

970-766-1032


Matt Lang

Member Services & Office Manager

970-766-1028


Melanie McKinney Education & Marketing Manager

970-766-1031

SUPPORT LINES

Flexmls Support:
888-525-4747
7:00 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Monday - Friday

Tech Helpline:
Phone: 866-619-8170

Sentrilock Support:
Phone: 877-736-8745

ShowingTime & InfoSparks:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

Vail Board of Realtors
970-766-1028 | www.vbr.net
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