Thank you to everyone that participated in the VBR Foundation online silent auction that wrapped up last week. It was so fun to see all the biding happening in the final minutes on Friday afternoon. With our sponsors, we raised approximately $14,000 for the 2021 VBR Academic Scholarship program!
As an important update for the MLS, Mike Fox, MLS Director, will be out of the office starting today until January 4. The VBR Team will be working together to run the MLS in his absence. If you need assistance, please contact Erica Kirk at [email protected] and we will assist you. If you can please send me an email with MLS related questions/issues, this will ensure we get the correct person to help. We have split responsibilities during Mike's absence. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we have been preparing and training for his absence.
Have a great week!
Erica Kirk
Helpful support lines:
Sentrilock: 877-736-8745
Tech Helpline: Phone: 866-619-8170
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We want to thank each individual office that has participated by creating a special silent auction gift basket this year.
Please select the most creative and unique basket using the link below, and the winning office receives a $250 gift certificate for the lunch of choice! Link closes Tuesday, December 15 at 5:00 p.m.
It is wonderful to see the creativity of each basket.
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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 lockboxes, power paddles, and Welcome Home bags during the project.
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Association Executive
MLS Director
Membership & Office Coordinator
Education & Marketing Manager
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Agents are the conductors of real estate. They must keep everyone involved informed and protected. However, to function as valuable problem-solvers, agents need to invest in themselves with continual learning. Here are the benefits of doing that. Inman.com.
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Agents can educate their clients about green mortgages to fund the purchase of a home. Inman.com.
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In spite of the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans are poised to take more mortgages this year than they did even during the run-up to the 2008-09 financial crisis. Realtor.com
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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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2021 CREC Annual Update (Live Online)
Wednesday, January 13
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
4 CE credits
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2021 Contracts & Forms (Live Online)
Wednesday, January 13
1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
3 CE credits
Connie reviews best practices, 2021 Redline updates and the COVID Addendum.
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2021 CREC Annual Update (Live Online)
Thursday, January 21
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
4 CE credits
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2021 CREC Annual Update (Live Online)
Tuesday, January 26
12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
4 CE credits
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New Listings were down in November for both the Single Family-Duplex and Townhouse-Condo categories. However, Median Sales Price was up 73.7 percent for Single Family-Duplex and 4.1 percent for Townhouse-Condo. Showing activity remains higher than the same period a year ago, suggesting that strong buyer demand is likely to continue.
Please click the image below to see a full report. Members can also log in at vbr.net to see all reports.
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How to prevent social media & search engine companies from spying on you (and keeping you addicted)
Using social media is highly recommended for business marketing, but you should take precautions to protect personal information. Here are some useful tips to help you hide your online identity.
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Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation is registered with AmazonSmile, an easy way to help fund our efforts.
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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.
VBRF's mission is to assist the community and association members with need-based financial assistance, not-for-profit support, education, and disaster relief.
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Holiday Silent Auction wrap up
Thank you to our auction bidders and gift basket donors! We raised approximately $14,000 for the Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation's Annual Academic Scholarship Fund.
Thank you also to our sponsors: Engel & Volkers, Land Title Guarantee Company, Collective Design Group, Keller Williams Mountain Properties - Team Black Bear, Mullin & Associates, RE/MAX Vail Valley, Central Rockies Mortgage, and Suzanne Hickox/ Way Out West CO.
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Volunteer to be a Salvation Army Bell Ringer and #DoTheMostGood in our community by collecting vital funds to help our vulnerable neighbors. Bell ringers are needed for two hour shifts from now to Christmas Eve.
You can register online, or call 748-0704, or contact Tsu Wolin-Brown for other ways to help.
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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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AFFILIATE & THIRD PARTY CLASSES |
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Realtors®: Do you need your 2020 CREC Update?
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Take the pledge to Save Our Season, Stop Our Spread
You can download free assets and promotional tools via Dropbox at SOS Promo Kit Vail Valley. This includes posters, social media resources, and stickers.
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Eagle County's Public Health order was recently revised to adopt statewide orders, along with additional requirements specific to the local community.
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SAFE SHOWING PLEDGE & OPEN HOUSES |
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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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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).
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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.
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FREE Online Classes
at Thrive (including a free CREC Update class)
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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!
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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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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. |
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More CAR Benefits (click each):
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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. |
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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!
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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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VAIL BOARD OF REALTORS
275 Main Street, Suite G004
Edwards, CO 81632
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