The VBR office remains partially closed, and we would like to remind members to schedule an appointment before showing up at the office. This ensures that the correct person is available to assist you. Our goal is to provide members with excellent service, and if you need to pick up a lockbox or "Welcome Home" bag, it is faster for us to have them ready before you arrive. 
 
The Home for Hounds project will be wrapping up this week, so if you know of anyone in need of a doghouse, encourage them to bid before the July 23rd deadline. All the proceeds go to support two great causes. In return, they get a beautiful new home for their furry friend. VBR Chair Laura Sellards and VBR Foundation Chair Cynthia Thrall were interviewed Tricia Swenson of the Vail Daily. The video below discusses the VBR's Involvement in the Home For Hounds Project this year.
 
If you haven't shared a photo of your furry friend on social media, there is still time! We would love to see who is your furry friend to show your support for the project.

Best regards,

Erica Kirk
Check out this Facebook Live video of VBR Chair Laura Sellards and VBR Foundation Chair Cynthia Thrall, who were interviewed by the Vail Daily's Tricia Swenson!
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 has activated the "Revised Black Diamond" Phase in its Public Health Order as of Friday, July 17. This is 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.
OPEN HOUSES UPDATE

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).
BEST OF THE BLOGS

Realtors® have made sizable increases in their use of technology and online tools in an effort to accommodate clients and advance their businesses . From NAR.

Homes are typically selling just 20 days after hitting the market, according to a weekly market survey published Thursday by Zillow. From Inman.com.

The new full-page ad from the National Association of REALTORS® will appear in The New York Times on Sunday and The Wall Street Journal on Monday.
SAFE SHOWING PLEDGE
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. These guidelines are still applicable, and ensure the protection of the Vail Valley community and buyers and sellers.

Join us in sharing with our neighbors your commitment to the “Safe Showing Pledge” for showings and open houses!
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.
MONTHLY STATISTICS
Please note: There is not an official report for June 2020 statistics. The company that provides this information should be able to provide the July monthly report as normal in August.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
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!
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).
Affiliate and Third Party education opportunities are listed below under "Affiliate Corner."
LOOKING FOR LEADERS
VBR and VMLS are looking for a few great leaders! We have upcoming openings for Director positions on both the VBR and VMLS Boards of Directors for the 2020-2021 cycle.

Experience serving on either a committee, or the Board of Directors of a REALTOR® Association or MLS Service within the past five years is preferred but not required .

If you are interested, please apply today. The completed form must be submitted by  Friday, July 31.
MLS UPDATE
SENTRICONNECT CELL COVERAGE FIX
SentriLock has a solution to help agents concerned about accessing a SentriLock lockbox when you do not have a SentriCard and there is poor cell coverage. All it takes is a little preparation before heading out to the listing. Here are the keys to accessing a non-Bluetooth® lockbox, even without a SentriCard.
SENTRICONNECT "HOW TO" VIDEOS
These helpful videos explain the basic features of SentriConnect for nonsubscribers, and how agents can grant access to SentriConnect. 
How to use SentriConnect® (For Non-SentriLock subscribers)
How to grant SentriConnect® access with the SentriKey® Real Estate app
RPAC UPDATE
DIAMONDS ARE FOR RPAC

You could win a diamond for supporting the REALTORS® Political Action Committee! During RPAC Month, the Colorado Association of REALTORS® is giving away a diamond worth over $2,000.

Tickets to enter the drawing are $25 each. Make your 2020 RPAC Major Investment and you will get 40 entries for the drawing, plus all the other CAR and NAR Major Investor benefits.

Must purchase tickets by July 30, 2020.
VBR IN THE COMMUNITY
GIVE A DOG A HOME

It's the final week of Home for Hounds, a public art exhibit and fundraiser for the Eagle Valley Humane Society and the VBR Foundation. Have you voted for your favorite doghouse?

You can view the doghouses up for auction online and in Avon's Possibility Plaza - Main Street. Make sure to vote online for your favorite.

VBR is the proud presenting sponsor of Home for Hounds.
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. 
AFFILIATES' CORNER
AFFILIATE SPOTLIGHT
Whether you are looking for a new loan with great terms, or finding a better refinance solution, Bonnie Marlette of Security National Mortgage will individually consult with you and offer a full line of loan product solutions that best match your unique needs and financial situation. With 17 years of experience, Bonnie is knowledgeable on all loan product types. She can help locals, investors and second home owners alike. 
AFFILIATE & THIRD PARTY CLASSES
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 is displaying up-to-date information about your listings. Make sure interested buyers are also seeing this info!

A FREE 30-minute webinar to learn about your listing display, how to update your personal information, and leverage the cloud based Homes.com Lead Management System to connect with more buyers.

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!
EDUCATION QUICK LINKS
REQUIREMENTS
ONLINE OPTIONS
DESIGNATION QUICK LINKS
CONTACT THE VBR
Association Executive

MLS Director

Membership & Office Coordinator

Education & Marketing Manager
2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SUPPORT LINES
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.
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 Michelle Sanders of Colorado Mountain News Media for info. Click below to read HOME.
NAR & CAR BENEFITS
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275 Main Street, Suite G004
Edwards, CO 81632
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