SCAM ALERT
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.
COVID-19 UPDATES
  • 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.
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.
BEST OF THE BLOGS

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.

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.


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. 
SAFE SHOWING PLEDGE
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.
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).
CONTINUING EDUCATION
UPCOMING VBR CLASSES
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).
Tax Strategies for the Real Estate Professional
Certified Residential Specialist
Tuesday, September 15
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Instructor: Chris Bird
8 CE credits (pending) and 8 Vail Pro credits

This course will be held online.
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.
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy
Vail Pro Designation
Friday, September 4
9:00 t o 11:00 a.m.
Instructor: N ikki Maline, Walking Mountain Science Center
2 CE credits and 2 Vail Pro credits

This class may be hosted online.
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).
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!
Affiliate and Third Party education opportunities are listed below under "Affiliate Corner." Opportunities include an online Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) course.
CAR UPDATE
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.

If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact govaffairs@coloradorealtors.com .
NAR UPDATE
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.
BUSINESS TOOL KITS
TOOL KITS YOU CAN USE
 
Eagle County provides a  COVID-19 Business Toolkit  and a Business Communication Toolkit to help local businesses navigate transitions and prepare for the next iteration of the public health order.

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.
TECH TIPS
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.
UPCOMING EVENTS
VBR IN THE COMMUNITY
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.

Thank you   Vail Daily   and  Town of Avon, Colorado Government   for this amazing art installation and fundraiser!  homeforhounds.org
SHOP & SUPPORT 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. 
AFFILIATE CORNER
AFFILIATE SPOTLIGHT
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.
AFFILIATE & THIRD PARTY CLASSES
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.

Join  South Metro Denver Realtor Association   for a virtual Zoom course!

Wednesday, August 5 and Thursday, August 6
Online
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days

Learn more about the ABR® here: rebac.net/abr/how
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
Homes.com Lead Management System includes:

● A Lead and Contact Manager App
● Email Marketing App
● Monthly Newsletter Service
Find trusted industry related partners in
VBR's affiliate directory. 
Welcome to our newest Realtor and Affiliate members!
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DESIGNATION QUICK LINKS
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BENEFITS & PROGRAMS
SECURITY TOOL FOR MEMBERS
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 PROGRAM
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.
WELCOME HOME BAG PROGRAM
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.
YOUR VBR BENEFITS
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.
NAR & CAR BENEFITS
VAIL BOARD OF REALTORS
275 Main Street, Suite G004
Edwards, CO 81632
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