As a reminder, the VBR office will be closed on November 28th and 29th. I hope everyone has a safe and happy Thanksgiving. Erica Kirk

‘Juice Jacking’ scam makes public USB chargers risky Be wary when using USB chargers at airports, hotels, and other locations to power up electronic devices. You could be putting your personal data at risk.

21 Thanksgiving week marketing hacks you still have time to pull off Want to show your gratitude but the holidays snuck up on you (again)? You still have time to pull off some great Thanksgiving marketing initiatives.

Why lenders might be favoring Gen Z Generation Z—those born after 1996—may only have started building their credit profiles, but they’re already outshining their older counterparts.

UPCOMING CLASSES

Wednesday, December 4 2019 CREC/Annual Commission Update 10:00 am to 2:00 pm 4 CE credits Instructor: Bob Howe, Title Company of the Rockies REGISTER Thursday, December 5 2020 Contracts - 3 CE 9:00 am to 12:00 pm 3 CE credits Instructor: Tod Franklin REGISTER Thursday, December 5 Procuring Cause Instructor: Tod Franklin 3 CE 1:00 to 4:00 pm REGISTER Last on-site class for Procuring Cause. Designated Realtors® (Managing or Owner Brokers) are required to complete Procuring Cause training once within a three-year cycle. The current three-year cycle is March 1, 2017 to December 31, 2019. You may also fill the requirement on  VanEd.com . Course #7279.

Friday, December 6 Vail Pro Impact of Natural Resources 11:30 am to 2:00 pm 2 CE credits and 2 Vail Pro credits REGISTER An overview of water law/rights, restrictions in geographically sensitive areas, and restoration efforts for Gore Creek. Open to all members. Wednesday, December 18 Ethics and Social Media 12:30 to 4:30 pm 4 CE credits Instructor: John Gillam REGISTER Thursday, December 19 2020 Contracts - 6 CE 9:00 am to 2:00 pm 2 CE credits and 2 Vail Pro credits Instructor: John Gillam REGISTER Thank you to our class sponsors! Title Company of the Rockies Vacasa Blue Ribbon Home Warranty Collective Design + Furnishings

Click here to visit VBR's website for classes and events!

Please scroll down to our "Affiliate Corner" to see classes, events and webinars from Affiliate members and third-party providers.

Affiliate & Realtor® members do you have questions about CAR's healthcare option? Participate in a webinar on Monday, December 2 at 9:30 am to find out more information.  Brady Mullen of Alpine Association Benefits invites you to attend the webinar. Click the link below for registration info or watch the video invite. Click here for registration info

BOXBROWNIE

How to sell property faster without dropping the price More online clicks result in more leads that turn into more buyers. Learn the key tools to generate this output on all of your listings. Read the Box Brownie article

TROT FOR A CAUSE

This week, run with the Vail Board of Realtors Foundation to support great causes! The VBRF is sponsoring two local Turkey Trots on Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 28. Contact Erica Kirk to join our group. Spaces are limited! EagleVail 5K Turkey Trot 9:30 a.m. start EagleVail Pool Supporting YouthPower365 and the Eric Spry Memorial Fund Brush Creek Elementary School Turkey Trot 9:00 a.m. start BCES - 333 Eagle Ranch Rd, Eagle Proceeds support the school

COLORADO GIVES DAY

Support the VBR Foundation Support the CAR Foundation Colorado Gives Day is a statewide movement to increase online giving. This year, Colorado Gives Day is on Tuesday, December 10, 2019.   This 24-hour movement is a chance to increase the value of your donation, thanks to a $1 Million Incentive Fund that increases the value of every dollar donated proportionally. The VBR Foundation assists the community and association members with need based financial assistance, not-for-profit support, education and disaster relief. The CAR Foundation supports Colorado nonprofits that encourage safe and affordable housing, promote homeownership, and provide disaster relief to Coloradans.

AFFILIATE SPOTLIGHT

Bonfire Brewing is celebrating its ninth anniversary and a brand new website. Bonfire focuses on community and camaraderie, and the tap room in Eagle has become a local's gathering hub. Click the link below to stay tuned on the 2020 Bonfire Block Party and other Bonfire happenings! Check out Bonfire's new site

Find trusted industry related partners in VBR's affiliate directory.  View Affiliate Directory

Welcome to our newest Realtor and Affiliate members! View New Member List

AFFILIATE & 3RD PARTY CLASSES

The CE Shop is offering 40% off all Pre-Licensing, Exam Prep, Post-Licensing, Continuing Education on November 29th.  Take advantage of this promotion by going to vbr.theceshop.com   and using the promotion code  FRIDAY  to save 40% and fulfill your real estate education requirements. View CE Shop flyer

Have questions on Reverse Mortgages? Join RP Mortgage for a FREE 2 hour, 2 CE course. Thursday, December 5 9:00 to 11:00 am For more info, or to register, please contact Gary Barton at 303-246-4382. See flyer on Reverse Mortgages

Are you ready to get moving and feel great? Dogma Athletica invites VBR members to attend two FREE classes. Dogma's coaches and trainers will guide you through a wide variety of programs that will lead you to your fitness and performance goals- and to help you create your best self! Learn more more about Dogma

REALX 2019

RealX Workshops give you a 3-hour sprint about various topics relevant to the real estate industry. Industry experts contribute during the session, which often feels more like a collaborative panel discussion. You will definitely walk away with actionable items to help grow your real estate business. Register for RealX here

RealX Aspen Monday, December 2 9:00 am to 1:00 pm The Inn at Aspen 38750 Colorado 82 | Aspen RealX Glenwood Tuesday, December 3, 2019 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Morgridge Commons Meeting & Conference Center 815 Cooper Avenue | #2nd floor Glenwood Springs

REQUIREMENTS Education Requirements  Education Tracking Sheet

ONLINE OPTIONS The CE Shop VanEd American Dream Real Estate School FREE Online Classes at Thrive

DESIGNATION QUICK LINKS Vail Pro Designation CIPS Designation CRS Designation RSPS Designation

3 EASY STEPS TO BECOME A VAIL PRO!

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.

See the Realtor requirements

Find info on Affiliate Vail Pro

VBR STAFF: CLICK TO VIEW Erica Kirk Association Executive Mike Fox MLS Director Jennifer Beckley Membership & Office Coordinator Melanie McKinney Education & Marketing Manager

2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Vail Board of Realtors® Vail Multi-List Service Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation

SUPPORT LINES MLS Rapattoni Help Line MLS Touch App Tech Helpline and Sentrilock Support Find tech help lines

YOUR VBR BENEFITS Visit VBR.net for info

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. NAR & CAR BENEFITS View NAR Benefits See your CAR benefits More CAR Benefits (click each): CAR Legal Hotline CAR Market Trends Program CAR Education And Events

WIN YOUR DUES! A few ways you can earn a STAMPS: • Attending VBR events • Investing in the $99 Club or higher for RPAC • Donating $100 or more to the VBR Foundation • VBR Classes • Participating in social media contests Keep watching the newsletters for opportunities to win! Stamp Me download instructions

VAIL BOARD OF REALTORS 275 Main Street, Suite G004 Edwards, CO 81632

FOLLOW US ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌