It's time for a little trivia!

Join in the fun of our Newsletter Trivia contest, and be entered to win your 2020 dues. Participants will receive a stamp with the "Stamp Me" app.

Question: Who was the winner of the social media Benches of Avon contest in July?

Hint: The VBR website has links to past newsletters. Look for "Weekly Update."

Please email Jen Beckley at  jen@vbr.net with your response and receive a stamp. Please don't respond to the newsletter email (those sometimes get lost in junk mailboxes).

Scroll down to "Win Your Dues" for more info on the Stamp Me app and how to download it.

Many REALTORS® have clients who are in some way connected to it. That's why NAR has sent a Senate committee a letter backing the SAFE Banking Act.

The first interest rate cut in 11 years could help short-term affordability.

HouseLogic REALTOR® Content Resource offers you free marketing materials on landscaping, front entrances and curb appeal.
Wednesday, August 7
Vail Valley/Eagle County History
Vail Pro Designation
9:00 to 11:00 am
No CE credits and 2 Vail Pro credits

Your $20 registration fee benefits the Eagle County Historical Society. See class flyer .

Friday, August 9
Title & Survey Requirements
Vail Pro Designation
9:00 am to 12:30 pm
2 CE credits and 4.5 Vail Pro credits


Wednesday, August 14
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy
Vail Pro Designation
9:00 to 11:00 am
2 CE credits and 2 Vail Pro credits


Thursday, August 22
NAR®️ Ethics
Instructor: John Gillam
8:30 am to 12:30 pm
4 CE credits. Satisfies National Association of Realtors®️ Ethics requirement for Realtors and Appraisers.
Wednesday, August 28
10 Things for REALTORS
All new legal topics for 2019 with Scott Peterson, CAR Legal Council. Earn two (2) CE credits. Followed by Risk Management "Potpourri," a free-flowing discussion on current risk management topics.

REGISTER   for 10 Things

REGISTER   for Risk Management Potpourri


Wednesday, September 4
Safe, Not Sorry
Instructor: Connie Tremblay
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
3 CE credits
Personal and internet safety, prevention tips, preparation lists, and emergency response advice are all included. Attend and get a stamp to be entered to win your dues!

You can find more classes at VBR.net .

Scroll down to our "Affiliates Corner" to see classes and webinars provided by Affiliate members.
Wednesday, September 4
Procuring Cause
Instructor: Connie Tremblay
1:00 to 4:00 pm
3 CE Credits. This class covers the three-year cycle requirement for Designated Realtors® (Managing or Owner Brokers) for Procuring Cause.
Invest in RPAC - Win a $1,000 Southwest Airlines gift card

Invest in REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) this summer, and you can win one of six prizes! The next prize drawing with the Colorado Association of REALTORS® is this Friday.

Your  $25 investment   in RPAC will enter you into RPAC's Summer Giveaway Series. You’ll have the chance to win one of six $200 gift cards and the Grand Prize: a $1,000 Southwest Airlines Gift Card. Each  $25 investment  is an entry, so increase your investment to increase your chances of winning! 
4 ways AI can make your business more efficient

From chatbots that offer feedback to clients 24/7 to lead-generating ad campaigns, find out how artificial intelligence can work for you.
Lunch benefits Vail valley Salvation Army
Help alleviate hunger in our community. Purchase your tickets today for Empty Bowls, a soup and bread lunch benefiting Vail Valley Salvation Army.

Contact the Salvation Army to purchase tickets at 970.748.0704.

The Vail Board of Realtors is a proud "Souper Sponsor" of Empty Bowls.

Project is set to shift to roundabout function with an overnight transfer . According to the Vail Daily, the crews met the construction milestone a little early.
Chase offers a variety of unique product offerings to fit your customers' needs. Get a committed service level from a dedicated Home Lending team.
Find trusted industry related partners in
VBR's affiliate directory. 
Welcome to our newest Realtor and Affiliate members!
Are you a Realtor or legal professional with questions about conservation easements? Learn more and earn three (3) CE credits at a workshop on Monday, August 12 in Steamboat Springs.

Hosted by the Colorado Cattleman's Agricultural Land Trust, Eagle Valley Land Trust and Yampa Valley Land Trust. Cost is only $15. Click  this link  to register (also in flyer).
Dogma Athletica invites ALL VBR members to a complimentary Live It group training fitness class. Pick a class time that works best with your schedule, and RSVP to Bryan@dogmaathletica.com  with the class that you would like to attend. Be ready to get moving, and feel great! 
Sign up for a chance to
win your dues!

Download the Stamp Me app to your smartphone. Collect 5 Stamps to be entered to win your 2020 Annual VBR Dues (Value $348).

You earn virtual stamps by attending meetings, participating in volunteer days or reading newsletters. There will be five contests during the 2019 campaign.
Online Class Options




FREE Online Classes
at Thrive
Become a Vail Pro in three easy steps!
The Vail Pro Designation is an education program created for Vail Board of Realtors ®   members who want to increase their local knowledge in the real estate industry to become local experts.

Step 1:   Review the education  tracking sheet   to determine which classes you want to take.
 
Step 2:   Review the class  schedule   and sign up for the classes you want to take. 

Step 3:   Once you complete 80% of your hours submit your Vail Pro Designation   application.

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MLS Rapattoni Help Line
MLS Touch App
Tech Helpline
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The National Association of Realtors® partnership with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles now includes the popular Jeep® Wrangler. From now until August 31, 2019 you can get a $500 cash allowance when you buy or lease a 2018 Wrangler - along with a two-year vehicle maintenance package.