The Sitzer-Burnett verdict spotlights the need for more transparency when it comes to compensation. Understand the importance of the written buyer agreement and how to communicate its value to their clients. From NAR.
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Community members, agency partners and stakeholders will provide perspective and advice on policy issues and technical aspects of the county’s proposed new land use regulations. From VailDaily.com.
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The Colorado Association of REALTORS® will be actively working to advocate for any changes that may be appropriate and necessary.
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Vacant Land Scams
Please keep in mind that a scammer has been targeting local brokers, particularly claiming to have vacant land to list. The initial contact may come through Realtor.com or a similar website.
Always be wary of random leads and use the FOREWARN program to verify them. This program is offered free of charge to VMLS subscribers. New subscribers can register using their email on file with the VMLS.
The National Association of REALTORS® offers a helpful tips sheet regarding vacant land scams (downloadable link below).
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Get the facts regarding NAR proposed lawsuit settlement.
The links below include access to resources from the National Association of REALTORS® and a video with NAR President Kevin Sears and Chief Legal Officer Katie Johnson.
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The Vail Board of REALTORS® will continue sharing news and resources with our members. You can find timely information at facts.realtor and competition.realtor.
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April is Fair Housing Month, and the VBR, the Colorado Association of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS® are offering programming and resources to celebrate Fair Housing efforts. A few offer CE credits to Brokers. |
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History and Risk Management
Tuesday, April 2
9:00 to 11:00 a.m. MST
Colorado Association of REALTORS®
2 CE credits
Live on Zoom (must have a device with camera access for CE). FREE for all Colorado REALTORS®.
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Many Rivers to Cross
Wednesday, April 3
11:00 a.m. MST | 1:00 p.m. EST
National Association of REALTORS®
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Fair Housing
Thursday, April 11
9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
1 CE
Join us for a breakfast & learn! Bob Howe of Title Company of the Rockies covers the Federal Fair Housing Act, including what property types are covered, illegal actions affiliated with protected groups, appropriate actions for advertising and marketing, and federal and state enforcement.
April is Fair Housing Month. We'll share classes, resources, and more.
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Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR)
The Colorado Association of REALTORS is hosting an online Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation course. This ABR course is free to Colorado REALTORS®.
June 17 and 18
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days
12 CE credits offered.
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New member Rocky Mountain General Contracting
Rocky Mountain GC, LLC is an independent general contracting firm offering remodeling and new construction services - while delivering impeccable results and prioritizing clients. Located in Eagle, serving Vail, Avon, Eagle, and surrounding areas.
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Find a trusted Affiliate Partner
There are approximately 200 Affiliate members of the VBR offering services ranging from lending, home services, legal, home inspection, and more.
Visit our Affiliate Directory page to find a trusted real estate related partner (We have two directory options to search).
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Security Deposit Limitations
In this edition of Legal Bites, Colorado Association of REALTORS® General Counsel Scott Peterson discusses the Colorado Security Deposit Limitations.
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This app cuts through all that social media noise
BrandBastion sorts and flags your social media feeds so you can manage the good comments, and quickly mitigate blowback as it happens. From theamericangenius.com.
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Free wildfire mitigation offered
Did you know that Eagle County homeowners can receive FREE wildfire mitigation property assessments? More information is available at RealFire.net.
Please take some time to educate yourself, clients, and fellow community members.
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Member Benefits & Programs
As a Realtor®, your membership includes National, State, and Local. Affiliates also receive benefits as a VBR member. We provide the tools to enhance professionalism in the real estate industry.
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Members only: Monthly market stats
All VBR members can log in at VBR.net to see monthly stats, including each area in Eagle County.
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Find trusted industry-related partners in the Vail Board of Realtors®' Affiliate directory.
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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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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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Put your safety first - with free tools available to members! |
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SafeShowings deters criminal behavior, allows you to notify emergency contacts, and mark yourself as safe through the app.
Learn how it works and register today to use SafeShowings (see link below)!
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FOREWARN allows agents to have instant due diligence on prospects.
VMLS members can verify a prospect’s identity, criminal records, bankruptcies, liens, judgments, address history and property records in one place, leading to safer and more productive interactions.
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Education Quick Links
Visit VBR's Education Requirements page for more info on Code of Ethics, license cycle requirements,and more. A reminder: Please stay organized, and keep paper or virtual copies of your certificates.
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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 or email matt@vbr.net.
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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Earn the Vail Pro Designation |
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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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 created 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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HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION |
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VBR TEAM
Association Executive
MLS Director
Member Services & Office Manager
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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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