Be aware of a text scam that is targeting area real estate agents. All the texts came from the same number, and the incident has been reported to the Eagle County Sheriff's Office.
VBR reminds members that a free safety and lead intelligence service, Forewarn, is available to Realtor® members. Also, we share tips on determining if that text or email is legit.
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- The VBR office remains partially closed with staff working remotely and part-time on site. Appointments are requested to ensure the correct staff person is available.
- If you need a lockbox or Welcome Home bag, please schedule a pick-up time. Call our main line at 766-1028 or email Member Services Manager Jen Beckley at jen@vbr.net.
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PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER REVISED
Eagle County is in the "Revised Black Diamond" Phase in its
Public Health Order.
This was implemented to slow the spread of COVID-19 cases in our county.
All community members are strongly encouraged to read the entire order.
Please note the importance of residents and business leaders continuing to meet social distancing requirements.
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Real estate is proving to weather this storm as thoughtful Realtors® guide clients through the process of buying or selling a home with caution and respect that is ultimately leading to successful transactions in the Vail Valley. From the Vail Daily & HOME.
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These tips, adapted to your personal selling style and fine-tuned to your client, can add to the buying experience despite not being physically present.
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Colorado Association of REALTORS® Foundation is awarding additional grants totaling $125,000 to 11 Colorado non-profit organizations to assist individuals and families experiencing housing-related emergencies.
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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.
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OPEN HOUSES GUIDANCE
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).
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NAR Ethics
Thursday, August 20
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: John Gillam
4 CE credits
Course meets the
NAR Ethics requirement
for Realtors®️ and Appraisers. This class may be hosted
online
(Being determined in early August).
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Tax Strategies for the Real Estate Professional
Certified Residential Specialist
Tuesday, September 15
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
8 CE credits (pending) and 8 Vail Pro credits
This course will be held online.
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Title, Closing & Survey
Vail Pro Designation
Tuesday, September 1
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
2 CE credits and 2 Vail Pro credits
Instructors: Sarah Dorman and Katie Kuchler of Land Title Guarantee, and Ted Archibeque of Archibeque Land Consulting
This class may be hosted online.
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Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy
Vail Pro Designation
Friday, September 4
This class may be hosted online.
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For
any online classes
hosted by the VBR, links to attend will be sent to registrants prior to the class. NOTE: Attendees MUST stay on the webinar for the entire duration to receive CE credit (per DORA).
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EARN YOUR VAIL PRO DESIGNATION
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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!
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Affiliate and Third Party education opportunities are listed below under "Affiliate Corner." Opportunities include an online Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) course.
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REPRESENT YOUR INDUSTRY
Apply today to serve as a volunteer on CAR’s Legislative Policy Committee or CAR Political Action Committee and represent your industry in statewide matters critical to the future of real estate and property owners. Applications are now being accepted through September 14, 2020, along with a recommendation letter from your local Board/Association.
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APPRAISAL SUMMIT
Don't miss the NAR Virtual Appraisal Summit: Fair Housing Issues and Real Estate Appraisals:
Wednesday, August 5
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time
Join NAR’s panelists who will delve deeply into the subject of fair housing issues and present solutions that maintain a fair and equitable system for valuing real estate.
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TOOL KITS YOU CAN USE
Also, the
Welcome Home Campaign
is a strategy to help boost business and revenue in Eagle County by inviting our second-home owners to live in Eagle County.
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3 mistakes newbies make while shooting video
There's one reality that agents need to get used to - video is here to stay. So, here are a few basic but powerful principles that can help transform a video from amateur to professional-looking (even on you iPhone). From Inman.com.
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HOME FOR HOUNDS WRAP UP
Thanks to all who joined us for the Home for Hounds Closing Celebration at
The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa
It was a lovely evening, and there were adorable dogs in attendance too! A few doghouses are still available to support the
Eagle Valley Humane Society
and VBR Foundation. Contact Krista DeHerrera at 970-987-4214 for more info.
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SHOP & SUPPORT VBR FOUNDATION
Vail Board of Realtors Foundation is registered with AmazonSmile, an easy way to help fund our efforts.
- Visit AmazonSmile.com
- Enter your Amazon.com log in and password
- Choose the VBR Foundation
- 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.
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Archibeque Land Consulting, LTD, (ALC) is a land surveying and mapping company based in the Town of Eagle, Colorado, which provides a full range of Land Surveying Services to public, private and non-profit entities. ACL's field crews utilize the latest
in Robotic, GPS and DRONE technology, and are supported by high-end computer workstations using
AutoCAD software.
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AFFILIATE & THIRD PARTY CLASSES
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Are you looking to earn your ABR® Designation? The coveted Accredited Buyer's Representative Designation demonstrates to peers and consumers your commitment to providing outstanding service for real estate buyers.
Wednesday, August 5 and Thursday, August 6
Online
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days
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If you have listings, then you may have leads waiting for you in your FREE Homes.com account. In cooperation with the VMLS, Homes.com displays up-to-date information about your listings. Make sure interested buyers are also seeing this info!
FREE 30-minute webinar
Tuesday, August 13
12:00 p.m. Mountain
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Homes.com Lead Management System includes:
● A Lead and Contact Manager App
● Email Marketing App
● Monthly Newsletter Service
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Find trusted industry related partners in
VBR's affiliate directory.
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Welcome to our newest Realtor and Affiliate members!
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Association Executive
MLS Director
Membership & Office Coordinator
Education & Marketing Manager
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SECURITY TOOL FOR MEMBERS
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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.
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Announcing VBR's new Hub Locker pickup service, an awesome convenience available to our members!
It's similar to Amazon's locker pickups with four lockers outside the VBR for evening, weekend, and holiday pickup of any item. VBR's Hub Lockers allow members to pick up items when we are not around and to limit interaction during this uncertain time.
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VBR's "Welcome HOME Bag" Program is back in action! However, we are following social distancing protocols. Contact
jen@vbr.net
to schedule a bag pick up
.
This is a free benefit to all VBR REALTORS®, members who sell a home, and the bags are designed to be client gifts. Each cooler bag includes a picnic blanket, cutting board, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable shopping tote. Thank you Affiliate sponsors; Closet Factory, Fireside Properties, FirstBank, Stewart Title, TurnKey Vacation Rentals, Title Company of the Rockies, and Walls + Floors/ The Paint Bucket.
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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.
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More CAR Benefits (click each):
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VAIL BOARD OF REALTORS
275 Main Street, Suite G004
Edwards, CO 81632
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