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Membership Notices per bylaws in Art5, Sec.
3(A) New Applicants
Realtor Members
Avery, Kacie
Sunburst Realty
Martin, Adam
Joan Mikeska Realty
McClellan, Jeb
Trustar Realty
Speer, Kevin
Re/Max Temple-Belton
Affiliate
Members
Allen,
Brigitte
First Community Title
Howard,
Ashley
First
American Home Buyers
Schlabach,
Herman
First Community Title
MLS
Only
Klett,
Lisa
Sierra
Rental & Property
Malone,
Patricia
Jeany Jenkins Real Estate
Vinson,
Sara
Keller Williams Waco
Transfers
Hunt, Michelle
HB Sheppard Cen-Tex
Jenkins, Jeany
Jeany Jenkins Real Estate
No
Longer Members
Adams, James
Academy Appraisal Group
Chipkin, Ronald
Casa Realty
Cotten, John
Texas Capital Properties
Freytag, Teran
Century 21 Gail Roe
Gabriel, Suzette
C&G Summit Realty
Herrington, Joshua
C&G Summit Realty
Jurca, Carlton
Century 21 Gail Roe
Renfro, Brandy
Realty Executives
Rippy, Royce
Centex Homes
Stiles, Heather
Re/Max Platinum
Tung, Sue
Sue Tung Real Estate
White, David
Doris Law Realty
Williams, Lance
Apex Real Estate Solutions
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First Community Title
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Legal Hotline
Q
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Q: Where can I find the minimum-services
requirements concerning presenting and negotiating offers? I
represent sellers and buyers and want to be sure that I am
complying with the law.
A: The Real Estate License Act contains
provisions that impose requirements on buyer's agents as well as
seller's agents concerning the presentation of offers and
negotiating transactions. For example, in most cases the buyer's
agent must send a copy of any offer to the listing broker, even if
the listing broker consents to the delivery of an offer directly to
the seller. In turn, the listing broker must answer a seller's
questions regarding any offer made to the seller and present any
counteroffer from the seller to the buyer.
Note: These minimum-services rules apply regardless of the
agreed-upon compensation payable to the broker.
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NAR
Convention
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The 2010 REALTORS� Conference & Expo is back in New
Orleans and you won't want to miss this party. NAR has planned
another great event for REALTORS� and guests, including over 125
education sessions, the largest real estate expo, and lots of
opportunities to expand your network.
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TBBOR is always looking for more
ways to connect with members and keep them up to date on
association business.
Now
with the help of various social networking sites, we have even more
outlets for contact.
Please
feel free to follow us, become a fan, subscribe, etc.
We
want to hear from you also, so don't be shy - give us some
feedback
  
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Greetings!
The word is out.
Our elected officials will be facing an $18 billion budget deficit
when they convene in January for the legislative session. Sound
alarming? I'd say so. Even more alarming is what that could mean
for Texas REALTORS�.
Take for example a new sales tax on real estate. One newly elected
official ran their entire campaign pushing for such a tax, calling
it "true homeownership." In fact, such a proposal would need to tax
property sales at 20% to offset the overreliance of property taxes.
This type of tax is merely swapping one real estate tax for
another, adding an even greater deterrent to homeownership. And
what do you think taxing real estate would do to your bottom line
and to your pocketbook?
In today's recovering economy we need to be moving forward, not
taking a step back. A sales tax on real estate would move us in the
wrong direction, causing more than $1 billion in forgone economic
activity and over 230,000 lost jobs in Texas.
Right now, Texas has a stable real estate market, unlike many other
states. Why? Because of a strong TREPAC. But we need your help to
continue fighting bad policies that will harm our industry and
overall economy. By making your investment you are investing in
your business. So won't you join me today by investing in TREPAC!
You can do so online at www.TexasRealtors.com/trepac or through the
Temple-Belton Board of REALTORS. Your business and your clients
depend on it.
Now, please let me bring your attention to some local Association
issues and upcoming events:
1. A notice has been placed on Paragon making you aware of the
updated MLS Policies and Infraction Citations. I would like to make
you aware that the MLS Committee will be devoting the remainder of
this year to the enforcement of ALL MLS Policies. Please be
advised!
2. I am encouraging you, as a Member of TBBOR, TAR and NAR, to
take advantage of some exciting opportunities. You will meet great
contacts over the state and nation. You will be privy to all the
newest issues and technology.....and being allowed to do so at two
awesome venues:
The Texas Association of REALTORS Convention & Trade Expo
Galveston
September 13-15, 2010
The National Association of REALTORS Conference & Expo
New Orleans
November 5-8, 2010
3. Our Social & Special Events Committee worked diligently
to schedule Douglas Oldmixion, Administrator of the Texas Real
Estate Commission (TREC) as the guest speaker at the August
Membership Luncheon. I hope you take advantage of this rare
opportunity to meet him in person and hear his presentation. Please
RSVP.
TBBOR Membership Luncheon
August 19, 2010
Hilton Garden Inn
11:30
Your Association Leadership Team is working hard to make our
Association work for you! Please support the effort!
Warm Regards,,
Tina Smith,
President
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 The Social and Special Events Committee is proud
to present, Douglas Oldmixon, Administrator of the Texas
Real Estate Commission (TREC) as the guest speaker at
the August Membership Luncheon.
TREC is the state's regulatory agency for the
following:
Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons, Real Estate
Inspectors, Education Providers for Real Estate and Inspection
Courses, Residential Service Companies, Timeshare Developers, and
Easement Or Right-of-Way (ERW) agents
TREC exists to protect and serve the citizens of Texas. The
Commission's programs of education, licensing and industry
regulation ensure that real estate service providers are honest,
trustworthy and competent.
TREC requires that all real estate brokers and salespersons meet
and maintain specified levels of education to hold a license to act
as a real estate agent. Agents are required to follow the
provisions of The Real Estate License Act and the Rules of the
Texas Real Estate Commission in all transactions and to deal with
the public in a competent and honest manner.
Presentation of Accomplishments, don't miss
this segment of the membership luncheon where TBBOR members are
recognized for accomplishments they have recently achieved.
This month's honored are:
Louise Oldham, Prudential Texas Realty
Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) Designation
Homer Vergara, Propertiesmart Realty
Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) Designation
New Member Inductions
Kacie Avery, Sunburst Realty
James Glover, Sunburst Reatly
Kristen Hamby, Prudential Texas Realty
Chicken Soup for the REALTOR's Soul, this new
segment to the membership luncheon will showcase a member sharing a
funny or heartwarming encounter they have had during a real estate
transaction.
Event
Information
August 19,
2010
Hilton Garden Inn
11:30am-1:00pm
$12 Members
$24 Non-Member Guest
$10 Member Eairly Bird
Special
(Must be registered and paid by
8/13/2010)
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TREPAC Silent
Auction
The TREPAC Committee will be
hosting a Silent Auction with all bids going to TREPAC. Items are
displayed at the Board Office and ready for bidding.
The auction will end during the
Membership Luncheon on August 19, 2010 at the Hilton Garden
Inn.
If you or your office would like
to contribute an item to the auction please contact the Board
Office at 254-773-0410.
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NAR's updated and enhanced
online e-PRO Certification Program can help you overcome your
technology uncertainties by providing the tools you need to thrive
in today's ever-changing online real estate market.
LEARN
Best practices for e-mail
communication and online marketing.
Legal and ethical standards for conducting real estate on the
Internet.
How to create and maintain your Internet Marketing and Practices
Plan.
All New- Take an in-depth look at Web 2.0 concepts and how they
apply to your online real estate presence. Topics include: social
networking, blogging, RSS, widgets, and much more.
PLUS
Learn more about e-PRO, the only
technology certification course recognized and offered by
NAR
Participate in an Online Community and Nationwide Referral
Network.
This FREE 90-minute workshop
provides invaluable insight into the online e-PRO course, the only
Technology Certification course offered by the National Association
of REALTORS.
To
register, visit
http://ePROworkshop.InternetCrusade.com
or call toll free
1-866-377-6627.
Event Information
TBBOR Board
Office
August 9, 2010
9:30am-11:00am
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| Paragon MLS Education
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Paragon 101 - Getting
Started
August 12, 2010 ~
1:00pm ~ Board Office
Join MLS Committee Members
Valerie Bourque and Ann Carroll for this informative training
session on the Paragon Multiple Listing Service of the
Temple-Belton Board of REALTORS.
Paragon 101 is designed to educate members on how
to get started with Paragon System. Topics will include: System
Checker, Home Page Overview, MLS Docs, Basic Search, and
Email/Print Listings.
Please RSVP with the
Board Office by Friday August 6th.
A minimum of 4
students are required for the class to
make.
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Attention All Grown-Ups
Very soon the kids will be back in
school and your free time will become their time. So before that
happens join us on Saturday, August 21st from
5:00pm-7:00pm for a Grown-Up...
Back to School
Membership
Social
Event
Location
Tiffani Foxx's Home 5550 Lakeside
Belton, TX 76513
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Real Estate
Text Message Marketing
Realty Connect
provides an interactive mobile advertising and lead generation
platform for real estate professionals that brings agents, buyers
and sellers together at the point of interest. This innovative and
easy-to-use tool facilitates a live exchange between agent and
buyer using text messaging technology. Consumers gain instant
access to information, share it with others, or reference it later
without even skipping a beat. The agent receives a high-quality
lead, preventing a lost sale opportunity. Whether buyers are at a
property or viewing an ad or billboard, Goomzee delivers leads that
can close.
How Realty
Connect Works
Sales Professional Creates
Campaign
The sales professional creates a
campaign with property details and optional Mobile Virtual Tour
(photo slideshow).
Simple campaign
publishing with campaign-specific form fields
User-friendly help
menus and AJAX-powered web administration.
Promote Campaign
With Sign Or Ad
The sales professional promotes the
text message advertising campaign with signage at the property
and/or in advertisements.
Easy-to-remember text-in number,
44133 (nationwide)
Use your own signs or get started
quickly with our pre-designed ones.
Buyer Sends Text
Message Requesting Info
A prospective buyer sees the
text-messaging info on a sign in front of a property, or in an ad,
and enters the text-in code and message shown..
Supports all major carriers with
easy-to-remember text-in number, 44133. Quickly request information without
worrying about leaving messages, etc.
Info Received In
Seconds On Phone
Within seconds, key information about
that property is received in the form of a text message on the
prospect's phone.
Standardized info so buyers know
what to expect every time
Optimal buyer experience keeps them
coming back; long-term value.
Sales
Professional Receives Lead Alert
Information about the prospective
buyer and their level of interest is forwarded to the agent, who
now has a high-quality lead to follow up on. Receive alerts instantly when people view
your campaigns Lead alerts
online, by email and/or on your phone - flexible and
effective.
Lead History And
Statistics Stored In File
Thanks to Realty Connect's innovative
and easy-to-use software, all of these buyer leads become part of a
file that the agent can use to easily track interest levels,
evaluate trends, and, above all, generate more sales. View history of past property campaigns and
contacts Interact with buyers
with built-in contact tools for Skype, email, text.
TBBOR MLS Members
goto:
Use your Paragon ID and password: Temple to start using
Realty Connect by Goomzee. Need help Download the User Guide.
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 Education
and Opportunity Abound at the 2010 TAR Annual
Convention
Are you in need of some inspiration
and motivation to get your business back on track? The Texas
Association of REALTORS� Annual Convention and Trade Expo in
Galveston, September 10-15, might be just the thing you need to
stay up in today's market. From association governance meetings to
a variety of activities and education opportunities, this year's
convention is sure to provide you with the tools you need to make
the remainder of 2010 a great success. Online registration at
TexasRealtors.com is open now. Select from the five registration
options offered and register by August 11 if you need hotel
accommodations.
With our state legislators soon to
face an $18 billion deficit, every Texas REALTOR� should be looking
for information on how they can impact the upcoming November
elections and 2011 legislative session. You can start by attending
the Public Policy Committee/Forum on September 10 from 1-3 pm. The
meeting will not only cover state issues but for the first time
will feature a federal issues forum hosted by NAR's Deputy Chief
Lobbyist, Jaime Gregory, to keep you up to date on all of the
changes coming from Washington, D.C.
If inspiration and motivation are
what you need, the September 13 Opening Session is sure to deliver.
In a powerful presentation, Rick Rigsby will explore the attitudes
and tendencies of great people and how they approach work and
leisure. Rigsby wowed TAR leaders during the 2009 Board Officers
Leadership Conference and is sure to do the same for you this
September.
As quickly as this industry is
changing, every Texas REALTOR� can use a little extra education.
The annual convention is a great opportunity to experience new MCE
offerings that might not be found in your area back home. This
year, we are delivering 25 sessions that offer over 50 hours of MCE
and cover everything from "How Not to Get Sued and Stay Out of
Jail" to the newest in Social Media marketing and working through
REO properties. A complete list of Education offerings can be found
at TexasRealtors.com.
We hope you will join us for what is sure to be an exciting and
informative convention. Please remember to register online before
August 11 if you are in need of hotel accommodations in Galveston,
as the rooms fill up quickly.
Elizabeth Schneider
TAR Central Texas Field Representative
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