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Local Taxes on Vacant Residential Property (House Bill 26-1036)

This is a call to action regarding House Bill 26-1036, which will be heard today, Monday, February 9th.

Personal testimony is requested regarding how this policy would impact homeowners, clients, or your local community. Your voice as real estate professionals working on the ground is critical.

What: Testimony regarding HB26-1036 Local Taxes on Vacant Residential Property

How: Register to testify: [Click Here]

When: today Monday, February 9th at 1:30 PM or shortly thereafter

Where: In-Person or Via Zoom

Important: If you previously registered to testify, please register AGAIN in the link below.



You may testify in-person or via zoom

Testimony needs to be less than 3 minutes. Please keep remarks clear, concise, and focused.

Pizza & Politics: A conversation with NAR Senior Policy Representative Austin Perez

Gain insights on national issues impacting REALTORS® and resort communities including housing supply, second-home markets, and short-term rentals.

Thursday, February 12

12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
In-person in Breckenridge with Altitude REALTORS®

or Live on Zoom!


RSVP for in-person by contacting Sarah Thorsteinson at sarah@altituderealtors.com.

Click Here to Zoom

Password:607508 

Continuing Education

A few upcoming classes are listed below. You can also visit VBR's online calendar to see more classes and events. VBR-hosted education is free for our REALTOR® and Appraiser members.

This Week!

NAR Ethics
Wednesday, February 11

9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

3 CE credits.

REGISTER


This course with John Gillam meets the Ethics requirement for Realtors® & Appraisers with the National Association of REALTORS®. The 3-year cycle with NAR is January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2027.

This Week!

Fair Housing
Wednesday, February 11

1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

2 CE credits.

REGISTER

Meets the Fair Housing/ Anti Bias requirement for Realtors® & Appraisers with the National Association of REALTORS®. The 3-year cycle with NAR is January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2027.

2026 CREC Annual Commission Update

Tuesday, February 17

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

4 CE credits.

REGISTER

This in-classroom course with Bob Howe meets the annual requirement for Colorado Brokers with the Colorado Real Estate Commission. 

Sponsored by Title Company of the Rockies.

2026 Contracts & Form Changes

Wednesday, February 18

9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

3 CE credits.

REGISTER



Get up to speed with with this 2026 contract and forms changes course with instructor Tod Franklin.

Contractual Management of Inspection Resolutions

Wednesday, February 18

1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

2 CE credits.

REGISTER



This is a hands-on class giving you good approaches for contract resolution, including dates and clauses that can help keep the transaction alive!

Third Party Class:

Stay ahead of sweeping regulatory changes with this essential guide to the nationwide FinCEN reporting expansion effective March 1, 2026. Offered free of charge by affiliate member Land Title Guarantee Company.

Understanding FinCEN: What You Need to Know for Your Transaction
Friday, February 20
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

1 CE credit

Hosted by Land Title Guarantee (not a VBR course)

REGISTER

December 2025 market statistics are available for Eagle County residential real estate. Click here or the image below to see an overview of the market.

Log in and visit vbr.net to find reports for individual areas. We also offer images you can use to share stats with clients and consumers.

AFFILIATE SPOTLIGHT:

B&T Radon

Radon is an invisible, odorless radioactive gas prevalent in Colorado soil. Nearly half of Colorado homes have elevated levels, a critical disclosure point in high-end transactions.

B&T Radon provides certified, independent radon measurement and mitigation system compliance inspections, offering peace of mind and essential documentation for brokers, buyers, and sellers in Eagle County and surrounding markets.

B&T Radon is fully certified by the NRPP and licensed by the Colorado DORA, ensuring professional, compliant service.

For reliable, certified documentation that supports your professional reputation and client investments, partner with B&T Radon. Contact Dave Hanson at (303) 919-9326 or davehanson@btradon.com.

Affiliates are VBR members providing real-estate related services. Please keep our Affiliates in mind when looking for a provider.

Member Benefits & Programs



REALTORS® receive professional benefits through your membership with the Vail Board of REALTORS®.

Are you having computer problems? The free Tech Helpline benefit allows you to call and get the technical assistance you need. Tech support for any hardware, software, and mobile devices.

Call 866.619.8170 to use this benefit, or download the app.

The VBR provides tools to help you and your business, like market data, SentriLock, broadcast email, and more!

The Modernized Real Estate Marketplace Has a Plumbing Problem

For a smoothly operating MLS that offers proven financial benefit to consumers, it’s strategies that circumvent the system that are the real hazard. From NAR.

FY 2026 Spending Package Funds Critical Housing Programs

Fully funded HUD programs and a reauthorized National Flood Insurance Program ensure stability for real estate transactions. From NAR

Avon Town Council continues public hearing with controversial developer to a 3rd session with no decision

Traer Creek's PUD amendment, vested rights extension requests go unapproved as Town Council asks for more concrete information. VailDaily.com

Legal Bites: AI & Real Estate

In this edition of Legal Bites, Scott Peterson, CAR General Counsel, discusses AI in real estate and some things Colorado REALTORS® should be looking out for and be aware of when using AI.

Cordillera Metro District is sharing information about Cordillera's gate access regulations and open house procedures for real estate agents and prospective buyers.

Access a document outlining the regulations in the button below. Information can also be found at www.vbr.net/member-tools under "Tools You Can Use."

Resources are also posted on the Cordillera Metro District website for future reference.

For more information about buying and selling in Cordillera, see: www.cordilleraliving.com/real-estate

VMLS & VBR Resources & Tools

Our quick links below provide you with VBR and VMLS resources, including the MLS Rules & Regulations, product support (like Flexmls, ShowingTime, and more), clear cooperation, Commission resources, and more.

Member Benefits & Programs



As a REALTOR®, your membership includes National, State, and Local benefits. Click below for more information.

Affiliates also receive benefits as a VBR member, including directory listings, broadcast email, room rentals, and more.

Free safety tool and online trainings - FOREWARN

FOREWARN is an app that allows you to do instant due diligence on prospects and check property records? It's offered at no cost to MLS members.

Click here to get your free account (use the email address on file with the VBR).

Monthly FOREWARN trainings are offered online (info below).

Members only: Monthly market stats

All VBR members can log in at VBR.net to see monthly residential market statistics, including an overview of residential real estate and detailed reports of each area in Eagle County. We also offer images you can use to share stats with your clients.

Broadcast Email



Member to Member Broadcast Email is free and available to all VBR members (Realtors®, Appraisers, Affiliates, Assistants), courtesy of the Vail Multi-List Service.

Subscribe to send and receive emails at www.vbr.net/members-only/broadcast-email (log into your VBR member account).

You'll also find a helpful Broadcast Email "Cheat Sheet." More info is below too.

Broadcast email: Marketing rules & regs for brokers.

What you MUST include (Per the Colorado Real Estate Commission):

• Your name, brokerage and team name in advertising.
• Also include your email address and/or phone number.

Advertising MUST include (displayed clearly and prominently):

• Full, legal name of the brokerage firm with which you are licensed.
• For individual brokers, your name must be included in advertisements.
• When advertising as a team, the team name is used, but the legal name of the brokerage firm must also be included.

What CAN NOT be included in the VMLS Broadcast Email:

Links to personal or brokerage websites, property listing sites, social media, etc... can not be included.

Also, link text, such as 'www.brokersite.com.'

Web links are not allowed in your Broadcast Email. This is to help protect users from sharing compensation info, which is prohibited per NAR and MLS regulations.

Emails with links will be delayed from sending until corrected. Delayed senders will get an email notification letting them know the reason.

REALFire® Wildfire Mitigation

Did you know that FREE wildfire mitigation property assessments are available to Eagle County homeowners?

It's a simple online application. Please take some time to educate yourself, clients, and fellow community members.

Education Quick Links

Visit VBR's Education Requirements page for more info on NAR's Code of Ethics, the new Fair Housing course requirement, state license cycle requirements, and more. The link below includes a helpful tracking sheet you can use.

A reminder: Please stay organized, and keep paper or virtual copies of your certificates.

Welcome Home Bags available as free closing gifts

The Welcome Home Bag Program is a FREE benefit available for REALTOR® members who sell a home. Call 766-1028 to schedule a pick-up.

The bag is a great gift for your buyer clients. Each cooler bag includes a picnic blanket, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable shopping tote. It is also a great way to promote our REALTOR® and Affiliate members.

Affiliates: Sponsorship opportunities are available for one of the items (cutting board). Please contact mel@vbr.net or 766-1031.