In 2019 the VBR Foundation donated grants to support eleven nonprofits in the community. This year we are updating the application process to have all not-for-profits apply at the same time. Changing this process will allow for nonprofits to plan ahead and for the Board to budget for the year. VBRF is now excepting applications from nonprofits for grants until
February 28th at 5:00 p.m.
Please feel free to share this news with nonprofits in the community if they fit into the giving policy guidelines. Find the
application here
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Last week Kaeli Gemmell was elected to be the chair-elect of the VBR Foundation. Please congratulate her on volunteering for this leadership role.
Our new "Welcome HOME Bags" are now available! We setup this program to welcome new homeowners to the community. As a free benefit to all VBR REALTORS®, members who sell a home can stop by our office and pick up a bag to provide as a gift. Each cooler bag is full of quality items that can be used for activities in our community; a picnic blanket, cutting board, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable Chico shopping tote. A big thank you goes out to our sponsored partnered affiliates; Closet Factory, Fireside Properties, FirstBank, Stewart Title, TurnKey Vacation Rentals, Title Company of the Rockies, and Walls + Floors/ The Paint Bucket for making this program possible.
Have a great week!
Erica Kirk
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Less than 10 percent of for sale by owner sellers actually succeed, but what is it, actually, that prevents FSBO sellers from being able to close their property sale?
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In 2018 Colorado ranked number 16 on the list of states to move to, according to a UHaul report. It now sits at 42.
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NAR is asking its 1.4 million members to help drive Census participation in their respective communities.
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We've added more CREC /ACU Annual Update classes in February and March, as our January classes are filling up fast. Visit our Classes & Events calendar at
VBR.net
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Realtor members: Take advantage of FREE CREC for 2020! Attend any VBR hosted class for free (No-shows are charged $40).
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Wednesday, January 22 (AM)
2020 CREC/ACU Update
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m
4 CE credits
Instructor: Tod Franklin
Wednesday, January 22 (PM)
2020 Contracts
1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
3 CE credits
Instructor: Tod Franklin
Tuesday, January 28 (FULL)
2020 CREC/ACU Update
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
4 CE credits
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Tuesday, February 4
2020 CREC/ACU Update
12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
4 CE credits
Instructor: Connie Tremblay
Wednesday, February 5
"What In the Blank?" A closer look at 2020 Contracts
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
6 CE credits
Instructor: Connie Tremblay
Wednesday, February 19
Contract Issues
1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
3 CE credits
Instructor: Tod Franklin
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Please scroll down to our "Affiliate Corner" to see classes, events and webinars from Affiliate members and third-party providers.
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Selling your value without getting in trouble
Many buyers expect their broker to evaluate whether the buyer can change the property post-closing.
For example, can the buyer use the property for VRBO or Airbnb, or convert a large historical house into a commercial office?
These evaluations cause more than their share of broker liability. Learn how to:
• Help buyers while avoiding the unauthorized practice of law.
• Use the law firm’s clause library to reduce these risks.
Please visit the following link for a complete explanation and order form for the 2020 Standard Addenda Package:
http://bit.ly/36bDVED
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FREE DATABASE TOOL FOR REALTORS
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RPR helps you "wow" clients and close more deals
RPR
is the nation’s largest property database, exclusively for REALTORS® (included with your memebrship). RPR puts data, tools, and reports at your fingertips so you can respond to questions and requests instantly, and position yourself as an essential part of every transaction.
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VBR has launched our new "Welcome HOME Bag" Program! As a free benefit to all VBR REALTORS®, members who sell a home can stop by our office and pick up a bag to provide as a client gift.
Each cooler bag is full of quality items that can be used for activities in our community; a picnic blanket, cutting board, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable Chico shopping tote. Thank you to our Affiliate sponsors; Closet Factory, Fireside Properties, FirstBank, Stewart Title, TurnKey Vacation Rentals, Title Company of the Rockies, and Walls + Floors/ The Paint Bucket for making this program possible.
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VBR ski and ride day is Feb 7
Join VBR for our first ski and ride day on
2:00 to 4:00 PM on Friday, February 7
on Vail Mountain.
VBR members are invited to join leadership and staff at the base of Gondola One in Vail Village for some runs, casual conversations, and a Friday afternoon margarita!
No RSVPs are needed. We'll meet in the yard by Los Amigos’ deck and provide one drink per member. Ski, or stay back and people watch from the deck.
Venture Sports’ Base Camp location will be offering services to members for a discounted rate. Do you need a tune, and want to demo new gear? Venture Sports is offering
40% off
to participating members that day. They will also provide free day storage.
See you there!
VBR Board and Staff
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AFFILIATE AND 3RD PARTY CLASSES/EVENTS
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Blue Ribbon Home Warranty has offered home warranty protection plans in Colorado for 35 years. Blue Ribbon provides protection for your heating and cooling systems, mechanical systems, appliances, gas fireplace, wells and septic - regardless of age. Your local representative, Katie Larson, is located in our mountain communities.
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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 AND 3RD PARTY CLASSES/EVENTS
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Real estate investing for REALTORS
®
Invest in what you know best - real estate. Join NAR for Win Your Future: Investing for REALTORS® on January 22. This webinar is FREE
Wednesday, January 22
11:00 a.m. MT (1:00 p.m. ET)
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Land Title Guarantee Company is sponsoring two classes for Realtors on Thursday, January 30 at the Edwards Interfaith Chapel.
Please note:
This CREC class does not qualify for the free class offered for VBR members.
2020 CREC Update
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
$40
Advanced Contracts
2:00 to 5:00 pm
$35
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MLS-Touch allows you to quickly access all your MLS listings directly on your phone or tablet. Generate hot sheets, sales comparisons, or market statistics instantly, then share with your clients, find other agents, and manage your contacts.
Learn more with these FREE webinars.
Discover MLS Touch
Thursday, January 16
11:00 am MT
Create Your Own Branded App with MLS-Touch!
Tuesday, January 21
11:00 am MT
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The Eagle River Watershed Council will host
"
Water Law in a Nutshell
"
on Friday, March 6.
Earn 8 CE
credits with retired attorney-at-law and former Colorado Water Court Referee, Aaron Clay. Topics include appropriation, perfection, use, limitations, attributes, abandonment and enforcement of various types of water rights.
Open to all (members and nonmembers)! Cost is $125 and includes a light breakfast, lunch, refreshments and all course materials. Please click
here
for more information or email
[email protected]
.
Water Law in a Nutshell
Friday, Mar 6, 2020
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Colorado Mountain College in Edwards
Cost: $125
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3 EASY STEPS TO BECOME A VAIL PRO!
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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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Association Executive
MLS Director
Membership & Office Coordinator
Education & Marketing Manager
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VBR members receive special pricing for advertising in HOME Magazine! Contact
Jennifer Wuebbolt
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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