Save BIG on Credit Card Processing! Start accepting card payments today. Merchant services from Bank of America, offers all North Carolina Association of REALTOR® members a credit and debit card processing program designed specifically for you. With Bank of America, you can give your agents fast and efficient ways to pay, while you simplify your business operations and watch your business grow.
Don’t wait. Call your Bank of America merchant services representative, DeEtte Collinge, today at 704-557-2359 or DeEtte.Collinge@bankofamerica.com to find out what NCAR member advantages Bank of America offers.
Kristin Miller
Marketing Specialist
kmiller@ncrealtors.org
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Monday, July 28, 2008
Poll Results: Bolstering Your Business
Question: What are you doing to bolster your business during this new market?
Results:
Advertise More: 28%
Explore New Technologies: 42%
Take Education Classes: 28%
Other: 28%
Please note: Participants could choose multiple answers.
Results:
Advertise More: 28%
Explore New Technologies: 42%
Take Education Classes: 28%
Other: 28%
Please note: Participants could choose multiple answers.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Enjoy Rooftop Entertainment at the NC REALTORS Convention & Expo
Want to do something fun on a Monday night? Sign up for Convention and you’ll be able to experience a very cool hot spot at a new rooftop venue, the Pavilion at EpiCentre! Join us on Monday, October 6 for Convention’s ‘Uptown Charlotte Evening Out’ for great music, food and fun amongst the city skyscrapers in downtown Charlotte.
I can’t stress the ‘cool’ part of this event enough. This is the hot new place where lines of people try to get in every weekend. Pavilion is a 25,000 square-foot rooftop patio and bar situated atop a $100 million entertainment building, EpiCentre. Experience breathtaking views and a fabulous party where it’s all about the atmosphere.
You’ll be able to also visit bars and restaurants that anchor EpiCentre including Suite Night Club; Whiskey River, a country music and rock-and-roll bar owned by NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr.; the Irish-themed pub BlackFinn Restaurant & Saloon; and Howl at the Moon featuring dueling pianos and sing-along’s.
It’ll be a great night and lots of fun. Hope you join us!
Visit http://www.ncarconvention.org to register for Convention.
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Charity Challenge Offers Much Needed Help During Hard Times
The tough economic times we are facing today are even harder on families searching for an affordable place to live. That’s why the REALTORS Charity Challenge coming up on August 18 in Raleigh is so important. Proceeds will go to Homes4NC, the Housing Opportunity Foundation of the NC Association of REALTORS. In just three years, Homes4NC has provided $140,000 in grants to help low-income residents with their housing needs.
Danny Brock, tournament chairman and 2007 president of NCAR talks about the tournament and Homes4NC in a new video recently posted on NC REALTOR TV. View the video here or download a Charity Challenge brochure.
Please help us raise the funds we need to continue providing grants for affordable housing. Join us for the REALTOR Charity Challenge on Aug. 18 at the Raleigh Country Club.
Diane Greene
Director of Community Outreach
dgreene@ncrealtors.org
Danny Brock, tournament chairman and 2007 president of NCAR talks about the tournament and Homes4NC in a new video recently posted on NC REALTOR TV. View the video here or download a Charity Challenge brochure.
Please help us raise the funds we need to continue providing grants for affordable housing. Join us for the REALTOR Charity Challenge on Aug. 18 at the Raleigh Country Club.
Diane Greene
Director of Community Outreach
dgreene@ncrealtors.org
Monday, July 21, 2008
Survive the Down Market!
Having the GRI Designation is a way to set yourself apart and stand above the competition.
Our GRI courses are starting up again August 18-21 with the 200 Series in Greensboro. Join us for this exciting 4 day series!
Our GRI courses are starting up again August 18-21 with the 200 Series in Greensboro. Join us for this exciting 4 day series!
- With topics such as Tax Planning for the Real Estate Professional taught by Tom Lundstedt, it is no wonder we have one of the top GRI programs in the country. With tight budgets in this economic crunch it is crucial to know how to plan for the tax season ahead.
- Entertaining and knowledgeable, Bill Gallagher will be teaching Legal Issues in Real Estate . This practical course addresses issues faced every day by REALTORS® regarding responsibilities and risk reduction.
- 2002 NCAR Past-President Bill Bass is among our faculty and he will show you how the basic knowledge of Residential Construction can help close more sales.
- We are introducing a new instructor, James Nellis, who will discuss the latest Real Estate Trends affecting the industry today. James will discuss trends in the economy, and the latest in technology and marketing.
Sign up for the GRI 200 Series today and receive an Early Bird Discount!
Ellie Darling
Assistant Director of Professional Development
edarling@ncrealtors.org
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Foreclosure Resources Offer Facts, Solutions
Did you know that the number of foreclosures in North Carolina are expected to grow to 60,000 by the end of this year? How about that your home loses on the average $2,600 in value if it is within one-quarter mile of a foreclosed property?
Learn the sobering statistics surrounding foreclosure and how REALTORS® can be part of the solution. Join housing leaders for a Foreclosure Crisis Seminar in Greenville on July 24 to examine the problem and work together on possible solutions. There’s also a helpful article in this month’s Insight written by Greenville REALTOR® Dede Carney, who is co-chair of Homes4NC’s Education Committee.
Working together, we can turn this crisis around!
Diane Greene
Director of Community Outreach
dgreene@ncrealtors.org
Learn the sobering statistics surrounding foreclosure and how REALTORS® can be part of the solution. Join housing leaders for a Foreclosure Crisis Seminar in Greenville on July 24 to examine the problem and work together on possible solutions. There’s also a helpful article in this month’s Insight written by Greenville REALTOR® Dede Carney, who is co-chair of Homes4NC’s Education Committee.
Working together, we can turn this crisis around!
Diane Greene
Director of Community Outreach
dgreene@ncrealtors.org
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Let Us Know What Areas Your MLS Covers!
As you may or may not know, the NC Association of REALTORS® sends out a monthly report around the 15th of every month with important information regarding total units sold, average sales price and total dollar sales volume for different areas across the state. The monthly MLS statistics are widely read by both the public and the REALTOR® family. Additionally, news media rely heavily on this information in order to report accurate data in real estate articles across the state. With this being said, it is highly important that the NC Association of REALTORS® have the most up-to-date information on MLSs across the state and the areas that each MLS encompasses. Please take the time to follow the link below and notify Barbara Mathis at bmathis@ncrealtors.org of any modifications that need to be made. In doing this, we will be more equipped to serve you, our more than 43,000 members, with the most accurate information.
http://www.ncrealtors.org/meetings/AreasincludedinMLS.pdf
Barbara Mathis, e-PRO
Communications Specialist
bmathis@ncrealtors.org
http://www.ncrealtors.org/meetings/AreasincludedinMLS.pdf
Barbara Mathis, e-PRO
Communications Specialist
bmathis@ncrealtors.org
Monday, July 14, 2008
Poll Results: Social Networking Sites
Question: Do you use a social networking site like Facebook or LinkedIn?
Results:
Yes: 63%
No: 27%
I don't know what that is: 9%
Results:
Yes: 63%
No: 27%
I don't know what that is: 9%
Friday, July 4, 2008
Save Money with REALTOR® Partners!
You could be saving money on products and services you already use just by being a member of NCAR. REALTOR® Partners offer discounts on the products and services you use most. Check out the REALTOR® Partner program for the list of companies that offer a discount to NCAR members. There may be products listed that you’re already using but not getting a discount! Learn more about all of the NCAR REALTOR® Partners by visiting: http://www.ncrealtors.org/uploads/realtor_partnerbrochure.pdf
Kristin Miller
Marketing Specialist
kmiller@ncrealtors.org
Kristin Miller
Marketing Specialist
kmiller@ncrealtors.org
Thursday, July 3, 2008
You've Got Mail! Or Do You?
Electronic communication is becoming more and more prevalent. Emails, websites, blogs, webinars, etc., are all fast, easy and cost-effective ways to get vital information to you, our members. Between our electronic newsletters, emails to members serving on committees and other leadership, and list-servs, the NC Association of REALTORS® staff sends out thousands of emails every month.
However, due to increasing security measures necessitated by spam, it is getting more difficult for our emails to “get through” to you. Do you know if you are receiving emails from us? For example, we sent out an email on July 1 regarding forms changes and how to update your Realfast program. Did you receive it?
If you did not, there are two possibilities to consider:
1. We may have an email address listed for you that is outdated. If you think that is the case, email me at sashburn@ncrealtors.org and I will be happy to update it for you.
2. You need to check your junk email folder or spam filter to see if any are “stuck” in there. By adding “@ncrealtors.org” to your approved senders list, any email that comes from us should come through unimpeded. If you are not sure how to do this, check the help section of your email program and/or your spam program (sometimes they are different programs and you have to add it to both) for directions. Those members who receive their email through a network server may have to contact their IT person.
If you are receiving emails from us, I hope you find the information valuable. If you have not done the above, you probably should just as a precautionary measure.
One final reminder, and it’s important: The NC Association of REALTORS® will not share your email address. We only send emails to our members to provide information about membership services and industry news, and it’s a privilege that we take great pride in not abusing.
Samantha Ashburn
Website Coordinator
sashburn@ncrealtors.org
However, due to increasing security measures necessitated by spam, it is getting more difficult for our emails to “get through” to you. Do you know if you are receiving emails from us? For example, we sent out an email on July 1 regarding forms changes and how to update your Realfast program. Did you receive it?
If you did not, there are two possibilities to consider:
1. We may have an email address listed for you that is outdated. If you think that is the case, email me at sashburn@ncrealtors.org and I will be happy to update it for you.
2. You need to check your junk email folder or spam filter to see if any are “stuck” in there. By adding “@ncrealtors.org” to your approved senders list, any email that comes from us should come through unimpeded. If you are not sure how to do this, check the help section of your email program and/or your spam program (sometimes they are different programs and you have to add it to both) for directions. Those members who receive their email through a network server may have to contact their IT person.
If you are receiving emails from us, I hope you find the information valuable. If you have not done the above, you probably should just as a precautionary measure.
One final reminder, and it’s important: The NC Association of REALTORS® will not share your email address. We only send emails to our members to provide information about membership services and industry news, and it’s a privilege that we take great pride in not abusing.
Samantha Ashburn
Website Coordinator
sashburn@ncrealtors.org
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