BEST OF THE BLOGS

Active inventory grows in August but buyers wait out anticipated rate cut


The latest Market Trends Housing Report from the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR). 

The REALTOR® to REALTOR® Series: Creating a culture of ‘psychological safety’ in real estate


Listen for tips from wellness experts about how to make space for mental and emotional well-being at your brokerage. Podcast from NAR.

Web domain listing scam is targeting NAR members


Fraudulent mailers are circulating, purporting to help members register or renew .realestate or .realtor domain addresses, the association warns.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Tomorrow!

Contract Changes

Tuesday, September 17

12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

4 CE credits.

REGISTER


Taught by Connie Tremblay, this class focuses specifically on the 2024 changes to Colorado forms and contracts. 

This week!

NAR Ethics

Wednesday, September 18

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

3 CE credits.

REGISTER


Taught by Connie Tremblay, this 3 CE class meets the Code of Ethics requirement for REALTORS® and Appraisers.  


Ethics must be completed once every three years. The current cycle is January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024 - for all REALTORS® and Appraisers.

This week!

Brave New Co-op World

Wednesday, September 18

1:00 to 5:00 p.m. - New timing.

4 CE credits.

REGISTER


Join Connie Tremblay in learning the specifics you need, as we transition through the current industry changes. Connie will cover all of the new forms, including the Offer of Compensation; best practices on offering co-ops; and conversations with consumers. She will give you the SPECIFIC nuts & bolts you need to comply with all the new regulations.

Other upcoming education with the VBR: Ethics of Social Media & Advertising, Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), Resort & Second Home Properties (RSPS), and more!

Find & register for VBR classes & events

VBR EVENTS

Meet VBR Affiliates, learn how they can help you and your clients, enjoy lunch on us, and maybe win a prize! Join the Vail Board of REALTORS® on September 26 for our Business & Affiliate Expo. Information is here or in the link below.

SAFETY MONTH

Free REALTOR® Safety Month Webinar


Stay Safe on the Job: Essential Safety Tips for REALTORS® September 18 11:00 a.m MT


This webinar with the National Association of REALTORS® is designed to prioritize your personal safety. It covers essential protocols for in-person showings and client meetings. You will learn to identify potential threats, leverage technology for safety, and effectively handle emergencies.

Register for the Safety webinar
Visit VBR's Safety page
Put your safety first - with free tools available to members!
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)!
Get started with SafeShowings
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.
Get started with Forewarn

NAR SETTLEMENT RESOURCES

Get the facts & resources on the proposed lawsuit settlement.

Get the facts at facts.realtor
Visit the CAR resources page
Visit VBR's page of resources

NAR offers a “Consumer Guide” series. Designed to be given directly to inquiring buyers, these resources are part of NAR’s ongoing campaign to help our members bring clarity to the practice changes for consumers. Guides are available for download on facts.realtor.

The first installment in this series was an overview of written agreements, which can be found here.

Commission fields were removed in the Vail Multi-List Service (Flexmls) on August 1st as part of the VMLS' compliance with the NAR Settlement.


New contracts are available from the Division of Real Estate.

New Colorado contracts & forms here

Colorado contracts are governed by the Division of Real Estate. We cannot guide or dictate individual business practices due to anti-trust laws.


You are encouraged to reach out to your legal counsel, or take advantage of the CAR Legal Hotline available at no cost to Realtors®.


The Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) General Counsel, Scott Peterson, hosted two webinars on new contracts. Both recordings can be found here


AFFILIATE CORNER

Check out the Affiliate Directory!

There are approximately 200 VBR Affiliates offering services ranging from lending, home services, legal, home inspection, and more.

Visit our Affiliate Directory page (We have two directory options to search). We also have a print version available for members and clients. Let us know if you need a print directory!
Find an Affiliate to help you

Business + Affiliate Expo


We hope to see you at our Business & Affiliate Expo! This is an excellent networking opportunity to connect with our Affiliate business partners and fellow Realtors®.


Door prizes will be raffled, including two YETI coolers! We'll provide lunch too.


NEW DATE!

Thursday, September 26

EagleVail Pavilion

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.


Please RSVP for an accurate headcount for food. This event is FREE for VBR Realtors and Appraisers. $10 for other members and guests.

Click here to RSVP!

TECH TIPS


AI in Renting: Enhanced security, streamlined services


For property managers and tenants, technology is simplifying the rental process and enhancing security. From NAR.

Read the Tech Tips article

FAIRHAVEN

Fairhaven is free fair housing simulation training for REALTORS® that uses the power of storytelling to help members identify, prevent, and address discriminatory practices in real estate.

VBR aims to have 65 members complete the Fairhaven program by the end of 2024. Log into your National Association of REALTORS® account and visit Fairhaven today.
Visit fairhaven.realtor today!

WILDFIRE AWARENESS

Free wildfire mitigation offered

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.
Learn more about REALFire

MEMBER RESOURCES

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.
View Realtor® Member benefits
View Affiliate Member benefits
Members only: Monthly market stats

Log in at VBR.net to see monthly stats, including an overview of residential real estate and detailed reports of each area in Eagle County.
Visit the monthly statistics page
Find trusted industry-related partners in the Vail Board of Realtors®' Affiliate directory. 
View Affiliate Directory
A list highlighting the newest Realtor® and Affiliate members.
Meet our newest members
Help strengthen the VBR's events, services, member offerings, and initiatives.
Get involved with a committee

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

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.
Education Requirement Information
Find online education providers
Look up your Code of Ethics status
Tracking education requirements

The VBR provides a helpful spreadsheet to help Colorado Brokers track their professional development.
Download a fillable pdf
Download a Google Doc
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.
Learn how to earn the Vail Pro!

WELCOME HOME BAGS

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.

ACCESS YOUR VBR ACCOUNT

You can easily access your account with the Vail Board of REALTORS® to register for events, pay invoices, and update your contact information.
Read more tips on using your Member Hub account
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.
Click here to create your VBR account

HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION

VBR TEAM


Kendra Murray

Association Executive

970-766-1029


Jessica Cliver

MLS Director

970-766-1032


Matt Lang

Member Services & Office Manager

970-766-1028


Melanie McKinney Education & Marketing Manager

970-766-1031

SUPPORT LINES

Flexmls Support:
888-525-4747
7:00 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Monday - Friday

Tech Helpline:
Phone: 866-619-8170

Sentrilock Support:
Phone: 877-736-8745

ShowingTime & InfoSparks:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

Vail Board of Realtors
970-766-1028 | www.vbr.net
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