Most Americans turn to real estate agents when buying or selling a home because we provide critical services, information and counsel. NAR President Tracy Kasper opinion piece in USA Today.
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It was the first major financial update for lawmakers since they approved $434 million in property tax cuts during the special legislative session in November. From VailDaily.com.
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A recent surge in construction of single-family homes could offer more opportunities for home buyers in the new year.
From NAR.
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Final week of dues billing
Payment is due by Sunday, December 31st.
*Note: Auto pay for monthly MLS dues is separate from annual billing. Please check your card on file if you're not certain you are set up for annual dues auto pay.
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COMING SOON: NEW STATS TOOL |
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Launching early 2024: InfoSparks
VMLS is excited to bring you a new, interactive market stats program integrated into FlexMLS. The new program, InfoSparks, will replace Domus.
InfoSparks will provide access to real-time, robust, live market stats going back 20 years. You can send info to clients, post to your website, and include data in newsletters. Market stats are a valuable tool to demonstrate the deep insight you have into our local real estate market as you guide clients through the buying or selling process.
VMLS staff is hard at work integrating InfoSparks into Flex. During the transition time, market stats will ONLY be available using the market stats in Flex in addition to the market stats on the VBR webpage.
InfoSparks will launch on February 13th with a training webinar on February 16th. Please watch for additional details!
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2024 CREC/ACU classes available
The VBR has eight Annual Commission Update classes on the schedule for early 2024. Find more on our classes & events calendar.
Wednesday, January 10
New date & time. Previously scheduled for January 11.
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 10
New class timing!
1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 16
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 17
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
All classes offer 4 CE credits and meet the annual class requirement with the Colorado Real Estate Commission.
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FREE classes to VBR Realtor® and Appraiser members in 2024
The Vail Board of REALTORS® is happy to offer free VBR-hosted education in 2024!
Courses taken with providers outside of the VBR do not count for the free class.
If you previously registered for a 2024 class and were charged, you have been refunded and will ONLY be billed if you are a no-show.
If you don't attend you will be charged $25 per class. Please cancel your registration (or inform the VBR) within 24-hours of the class starting time.
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Third Party classes
Information is below on an upcoming third-party class not hosted by the Vail Board of REALTORS®.
Seller Representative Specialist (SRS)
Hosted by Denver Metro Association of REALTORS®
Wednesday, January 24 and Thursday, January 25
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Live on Zoom (both days)
Price: $305
CE Credits: 14
The SRS Course will redefine your "normal" and reinvent the way you represent sellers. It provides a comprehensive foundation of skill development, training and resources to help real estate professionals represent the interests of sellers in today’s marketplace.
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What you need to know about 2024 forms
Scott Peterson, General Counsel for Colorado Association of REALTORS®, gives Colorado Realtors® an informative (and fun) update on 2024 Colorado real estate forms.
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How to protect your holiday tech gadget gifts
It's in your best interest to ensure those new tech toys will be safe and secure in the coming year. Not sure where to start? These tips should help you get started in the right direction.
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It's simple to find a VBR Affiliate member with our print and digital directory.
Find a trusted Affiliate Partner by searching by category, company, or individual contact name. Search online, or contact the Vail Board of REALTORS® for a printed version.
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Register today for the Western Mountain Resort Alliance Conference
March 27 through 29 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Hear from other resort markets about issues and information that can assist you with your area and provide you with a leading edge on what is happening around the Mountain West. Conversations include short-term rentals, smart growth, and other resort-related issues.
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Burnett et al v. NAR et al lawsuit: Resources & video |
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What does the lawsuit mean for Realtors® and the real estate profession? How should I discuss this with my clients?
Below is a link to NAR's Top FAQs released December 15.
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The button below has even more resources - including why buyers and sellers should work with a Realtor®, graphics and talking points. Please log into your VBR account to view. |
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Vail Board of REALTORS® Foundation's 2024 grant application is open.
Grant criteria include being a 501 C3 nonprofit organization providing housing programs, housing/rent assistance, emergency housing support, and/or housing education and training programs. Grant funding must stay within the Eagle County community.
Please share this information with any community nonprofits you think may qualify for the grant.
The grant application deadline is January 8, 2024, by 5:00 p.m.
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Wildfire mitigation for homeowners
FREE wildfire mitigation property assessments are available to Eagle County homeowners.
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All VBR members can log in at VBR.net to see monthly stats, including each area in Eagle County. |
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Welcome to our newest Realtor® and Affiliate members. |
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Find trusted industry-related partners in the Vail Board of Realtors®' Affiliate directory.
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Help strengthen the VBR's events, services, member offerings, and initiatives. |
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Member Benefits & Programs
As a Realtor® of VBR, your membership includes National, State, and Local. We help provide the tools to enhance professionalism in the real estate industry.
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FOREWARN and SafeShowings are two safety apps available at no cost to VBR Realtors®.
FOREWARN allows agents instant due diligence on prospects with as little info as a phone number or name.
SafeShowings allows you to notify emergency contacts and mark yourself as safe through the app.
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The Competition.Realtor website is available for Realtors®, and it provides a comprehensive overview - and talking points - of how Realtors® and the local MLS broker marketplaces benefit consumers.
The Vail Board of REALTORS® also makes this available on our "Why Use a REALTOR®" page on our website to help the public understand the value of REALTORS®.
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Welcome Home Bags available as closing gifts
The Welcome Home Bag Program is a FREE benefit available for REALTOR® members who sell a home.
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. Please contact mel@vbr.net.
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Increase your 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!
Classes are free for VBR members.
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Education Quick Links
There is no single entity that keeps track of all the education you have taken. Please stay organized and keep paper or virtual copies of certificates.
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HELPFUL HINTS FOR MEMBERS |
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You can easily access your account with the Vail Board of REALTORS® to register for events, pay invoices, and update your contact information. |
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If you have not yet accessed your account, click the link below and enter your name and contact email (Make sure it's the email we have on file for you). Once you hit submit, you will get a follow-up email to finish setting up the account.
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VBR TEAM
Association Executive
MLS Director
Member Services & Office Coordinator
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SUPPORT LINES
If you need assistance with MLS, MLS Touch App, Tech Helpline, or Sentrilock, please use the contact information below.
Flexmls Support:
888-525-4747
(7 AM to 8 PM MTN, Monday - Friday)
Tech Helpline:
Phone: 866-619-8170
Sentrilock Support:
Phone: 877-736-8745
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Vail Board of Realtors®
970-766-1028 | www.vbr.net
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