Friday, January 25, 2008

Weekly Facts - January 28, 2008

RPAC Trustees Support Brian Hunt for Tulsa Public School Board
The RPAC Trustees voted unanimously to support candidate Brian Hunt for Tulsa Public School Board District #5 in the upcoming election, Tuesday, February 5. Brian is a GTAR member and broker with CB Richard Ellis Oklahoma. To learn more about Brian and his qualifications, click on the following link:
http://www.hunt4schools.com

This Week!
2008 Member Directory/Roster Going to Printer

Last Chance! Members: Please UPDATE your personal information at tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, Edit Personal Info with your current information to allow your profile to be found in the upcoming 2008 member directory, and on the new tulsarealtors.com and tulsaopenhouse.com Web sites, Find A REALTOR® link. Don’t forget to include your Web site URL! The 2008 Directory/Roster will be going to the printer January 31.

This Week!
Early-bird Registration for Mike Lipsey Class Ends January 31
Register by January 31, the cost is only $50 per person
; after that date, the cost will be $75, provided there are still seats available. Mr. Lipsey, nationally and internationally recognized leader in training and consulting for the commercial real estate industry, is coming to GTAR on Thursday, February 14 to teach Financial Literacy for Commercial Real Estate Practitioners, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; this course is OREC approved for 4 hours elective CE credit. For details on the course and a faxable registration form, click on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/documents/2008Lipsey.pdf. For details and online registration, log on to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

2008 Presidents’ Inaugural Gala – Friday, February 22
This year’s theme is “Cheers to You” and the venue will be the Ford Truck Exhibit Hall at the Tulsa Fairgrounds. Cocktails (cash bar) start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m. Cost is $50 per person through February 15 and $60 per person after. This year, we will be offering FREE valet parking! 30, 40, and 50-year members will be honored, as well as the 2007 REALTOR® of the Year and Sales Associate of the Year. We will also hear from our new GTAR President, Steve Baker with CB/Richard Ellis, and new NORES President, Doug Horton with Horton Realty. Don’t wait to make your reservations – You will be kicking yourself the next day if you miss this year’s Gala! For more information and to make reservations online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click on GTAR Events. You can also call the Association office at 918-663-7500.

The Disclosure Submission Process has Changed
Starting January 24, each new listing will generate a coversheet that must be printed out and faxed to the disclosure fax line (918-621-1486) with the documents being submitted (e.g., Disclosure, Lead Based Paint). The coversheet will only be valid once; a new coversheet must be generated for document resubmission. You will also gain the ability to link PDF documents such as property sketches, inspection reports, etc. to your listing. Further details and instructions will follow. Status Changes should NOT be faxed to the disclosure number, and will be automatically deleted by the system! Please fax all status changes to (918) 663-8815.

Last Chance to Register! 90-Hour Brokers Licensing
Course starts Monday, February 4 at Tulsa Technology Center, Lemley Campus, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cost is $625 (including book). For more information and to register, call TTC at 828-5410.

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to enroll, log on to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll for Classes, then click Register in Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

Catylist Search: Monday, February 4, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 1: Thursday, February 7, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Monday, February 11, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 3: Wednesday, February 13, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

REALTOR® Applications
Comments on the following REALTOR® applicants should be submitted by REALTOR® members to the Membership Committee, c/o GTAR, PO Box 470603, Tulsa, OK 74147.

D. Tim Cochran, associated with Cochran & Company (Second publication)
Mickey D. Rinker, d/b/a C21/Rinker Agency, Inc. (Second Publication)

Friday, January 18, 2008

Weekly Facts – January 21, 2008

Important! Disclosure Submission Process will Change on January 24!
Each new listing will generate a coversheet that must be printed out and faxed to the disclosure fax line (918-621-1486) with the documents being submitted (e.g., Disclosure, Lead Based Paint). The coversheet will only be valid once; a new coversheet must be generated for document resubmission. You will also gain the ability to link PDF documents such as property sketches, inspection reports, etc. to your listing. Further details and instructions will follow. Status Changes should NOT be faxed to the disclosure number, and will be automatically deleted by the system! Please fax all status changes to (918) 663-8815.

2008 Member Directory/Roster Going to Printer January 31!
Members: Please UPDATE your personal information at tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, Edit Personal Info with your current information to allow your profile to be found in the upcoming 2008 member directory, and on the new tulsarealtors.com and tulsaopenhouse.com Web sites, Find A REALTOR® link. Don’t forget to include your Web site URL!

This Week!
REALTORS® Commercial Alliance Celebration Banquet – Friday, January 25
Deadline for reservations is Tuesday, January 22!
Recognizing the achievements of Commercial REALTOR® members within the profession and the community and honoring the 2007 Commercial REALTOR® of the Year (to be announced at the Celebration); cost is $50 per person. The banquet will be at the Tulsa Country Club; cocktails start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m. For more information and to make reservations online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click on GTAR Events, then click 2008 RCA Celebration or click on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/CurrentInfo/2008RCACelebration.pdf. You can also print out the reservation form and fax it to 663-8815 or mail the form to us with a check or call 663-7500.

Coming Up!
Monday, January 28 – Broker Relationships with Parties to a Transaction
Required BRA CE Credit
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with instructor Ann Lloyd. Cost for members is $15 pre-registered and $20 day of class. To register online, go to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education Enroll-in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

Mike Lipsey is Coming to GTAR! – Thursday, February 14
Mr. Lipsey, nationally and internationally recognized leader in training and consulting for the commercial real estate industry, is coming to GTAR to teach Financial Literacy for Commercial Real Estate Practitioners, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; this course is OREC approved for 4 hours elective CE credit. Don’t wait to register – space is limited! And, if you register by January 31, the cost is only $50 per person; after that date, the cost will be $75, provided there are still seats available. For details on the course and a faxable registration form, click on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/documents/2008Lipsey.pdf. For details and online registration, log on to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

It’s Time to Make Your Reservations!
2008 Presidents’ Inaugural Gala – Friday, February 22

This year’s theme is “Cheers to You” and the venue will be at the Tulsa Fairgrounds. Cocktails (cash bar) start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m. Cost is $50 per person through February 15 and $60 per person after. This year, we will be offering FREE valet parking! 30, 40, and 50-year members will be honored, as well as the 2007 REALTOR® of the Year and Sales Associate of the Year. We will also hear from our new GTAR President, Steve Baker with CB/Richard Ellis, and new NORES President, Doug Horton with Horton Realty. Don’t wait to make your reservations – You will be kicking yourself the next day if you miss this year’s Gala! For more information and to make reservations online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click on GTAR Events. You can also call the Association office at 918-663-7500.

In February! 90-Hour Brokers Licensing
Starting Monday, February 4 at Tulsa Technology Center, Lemley Campus, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cost is $625 (including book). For more information and to register, call TTC at 828-5410.

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to enroll, log on to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll for Classes, then click Register in Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

Realist Tax System: Tuesday, January 22, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

REALTOR® Applications
Comments on the following REALTOR® applicants should be submitted by REALTOR® members to the Membership Committee, c/o GTAR, PO Box 470603, Tulsa, OK 74147.

D. Tim Cochran, associated with Cochran & Associates (First Publication)
Mickey D. Rinker, d/b/a C21/Rinker Agency, Inc. (First Publication)
Darla Beeby, d/b/a REMAX/Realty Plus (Second Publication)
Erica Hughes, d/b/a Hughes Property Management (Second Publication)
Tiffany McKibben, d/b/a McKibben & Company Realty (Second Publication)



Friday, January 11, 2008

Weekly Facts - January 14, 2008

This Week! NEW CE Course – Just Approved by OREC
for 3 Hours REQUIRED HOT CE Credit!

Thursday, January 17

Thinking Outside the Bubble: The Truth about Real Estate, Foreclosures, and Today’s Homebuyers in Tulsa
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel. This is a special market update specifically focused on the economic climate and current housing market for the greater Tulsa metropolitan area, which is being presented by Jason Oelrich with Countrywide Home Loans. Breakfast, compliments of Countrywide, will start at 8:00 a.m. Cost for GTAR members is $15 pre-registered and $20 the day of the event (provided seats are still available). For details and to register online, go to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education Enroll-in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

This Week! Friday, January 18
Sales Associate Forum – Tulsa Public Schools (TPS)
Edison Preparatory School and Thoreau Demonstration Academy: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Principal, Stacey Vernon from Edison and Principal, Tom Padalino from Thoreau will be here to discuss their schools’ achievements, programs, and plans for the future. This is the first of a series of Sales Associate Forums this year that will feature different TPS schools. For details and to register online, go to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education Enroll-in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

Coming Up!
2nd Annual REALTORS® Commercial Alliance Celebration Banquet
Friday, January 25

Recognizing the achievements of Commercial REALTOR® members within the profession and the community and honoring the 2007 Commercial REALTOR® of the Year (to be announced at the Celebration); cost is $50 per person. The banquet will be at the Tulsa Country Club; cocktails start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m. Deadline for reservations is Tuesday, January 22! For more information and to make reservations online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click on GTAR Events, then click 2008 RCA Celebration or click on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/CurrentInfo/2008RCACelebration.pdf. You can also print out the reservation form and fax it to 663-8815 or mail the form to us with a check or call 663-7500.

Monday, January 28
Broker Relationships with Parties to a Transaction
Required BRA CE Credit
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with instructor Ann Lloyd. Cost for members is $15 pre-registered and $20 day of class. To register online, go to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education Enroll-in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

90-Hour Brokers Licensing Course – Starting Monday, February 4
Tulsa Technology Center, Lemley Campus, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cost is $625 (including book). For more information and to register, call TTC at 828-5410.

It’s Time to Make Your Reservations!
2008 Presidents’ Inaugural Gala – Friday, February 22

This year’s theme is “Cheers to You” and the venue will be the NEW Central Hall Building on the Tulsa Fairgrounds. Cocktails (cash bar) start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m. Cost is $50 per person through February 15 and $60 per person after. This year, we will be offering FREE valet parking! 30, 40, and 50-year members will be honored, as well as the 2007 REALTOR® of the Year and Sales Associate of the Year. We will also hear from our new GTAR President, Steve Baker with CB/Richard Ellis, and new NORES President, Doug Horton with Horton Realty. Don’t wait to make your reservations – You will be kicking yourself the next day if you miss this year’s Gala! For more information and to make reservations online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click on GTAR Events. You can also call the Association office at 918-663-7500. A flyer with all the details is available at http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/CurrentInfo/2008GTAR-Gala-Invitation.pdf

2008 Roster
Preparations are being made for the 2008 Roster. Please take the time to verify that your personal contact number and email address in MarketLinx are correct. The Roster will be sent to the printer January 31!

“Good Thing You’re in Tulsa” Static Cling Decals
The static cling decals are now available at GTAR for 60 cents each – put one on your car today! Also, we have just received a new shipment of “Good Thing You’re in Tulsa” yard signs.

GTAR/NORES Inclement Weather Policy
We are entering that time of year when the weather does not always work in our favor; therefore, GTAR/NORES has established the following inclement weather policy for all education classes at GTAR (CE, Computer, New Member Orientation, Post Licensing): If Tulsa Public Schools are closed the day of a scheduled class, the GTAR/NORES class is cancelled. Depending on the type of class being cancelled, the class will either be rescheduled for a future date or a full refund will be issued. Please be sure to check one of the local news channels the night before and/or morning of a scheduled class for school closings.

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to enroll, log on to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll for Classes, then click Register in Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

MarketLinx 1: Monday, January 14, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Excel: Tuesday, January 15, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Wednesday, January 16, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 3: Friday, January 18, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Tuesday, January 22, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

REALTOR® Applications
Comments on the following REALTOR® applicants should be submitted by REALTOR® members to the Membership Committee, c/o GTAR, PO Box 470603, Tulsa, OK 74147.

Darla Beeby, d/b/a REMAX/Realty Plus (First Publication)
Erica Hughes, d/b/a Hughes Property Management (First Publication)
Tiffany McKibben, d/b/a McKibben & Company Realty (First Publication)

Firm Affiliate:
Sharp Typesetting & Graphics Inc., Designated Individual Wayne Sharp



Friday, January 4, 2008

Weekly Facts - January 7, 2008

“Good Thing You’re in Tulsa” Static Cling Decals
The static cling decals are now available at GTAR for 60 cents each – put one on your car today! Also, we have just received a new shipment of “Good Thing You’re in Tulsa” yard signs.

This Week! Thursday, January 10
Introduction to Commercial Green Building/Development
NEW CE Course! 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with architect Randy Bright. This new course will focus on green building as it relates to the commercial real estate market but should have cross-over interest for those in the residential market, especially now — Jeff Bigby, director of Broken Arrow’s storm water management, has just been added as a guest speaker. Jeff will talk about "Low Impact Development" for both residential and commercial developments. Currently pending 3 hours CE credit with OREC but it will be approved by class time. For details and to register online, go to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education Enroll-in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

This Week! Thursday, January 10
Sales Associate Forum – Community Action Project (CAP)
Affordable Housing Services: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Representatives from CAP will be here to discuss their housing orientation, financial readiness assessment, and home buyer education seminar. Come learn how you as real estate professionals can help your clients meet their housing needs. This forum is free to members but registration is required. For details and to register online, go to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education Enroll-in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

Coming Up! Thursday, January 17
Thinking Outside the Bubble: The Truth about Real Estate, Foreclosures, and Today’s Homebuyers in Tulsa
NEW CE Course! 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This is a special market update specifically focused on the economic climate and current housing market for the greater Tulsa metropolitan area, which is being presented by Jason Oelrich with Countrywide Home Loans. Breakfast, compliments of Countrywide, will start at 8:00 a.m. Please Note: There’s a possible change in venue, which should be resolved by Monday, January 7; right now it is scheduled for the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel but it may change to GTAR – a broadcast notice will be put on tulsamls.net when a final decision is reached. Cost for GTAR members is $15 pre-registered and $20 the day of the event (provided seats are still available). Currently pending 3 hours CE credit with OREC. For details and to register online, go to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education Enroll-in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

Coming Up! Friday, January 18
Sales Associate Forum – Tulsa Public Schools (TPS)
Edison Preparatory School and Thoreau Demonstration Academy: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Principal, Stacey Vernon from Edison and Principal, Tom Padalino from Thoreau will be here to discuss their schools’ achievements, programs, and plans for the future. This is the first of a series of Sales Associate Forums this year that will feature different TPS schools. For details and to register online, go to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education Enroll-in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

JUST Added to Calendar! Monday, January 28
Broker Relationships with Parties to a Transaction
Required BRA CE Credit
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with instructor Ann Lloyd. Cost for members is $15 pre-registered and $20 day of class. To register online, go to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education Enroll-in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

2008 Roster
Preparations are being made for the 2008 Roster. Please take the time to verify that your personal contact number and email address in MarketLinx are correct.

GTAR/NORES Inclement Weather Policy
We are entering that time of year when the weather does not always work in our favor; therefore, GTAR/NORES has established the following inclement weather policy for all education classes at GTAR (CE, Computer, New Member Orientation, Post Licensing): If Tulsa Public Schools are closed the day of a scheduled class, the GTAR/NORES class is cancelled. Depending on the type of class being cancelled, the class will either be rescheduled for a future date or a full refund will be issued. Please be sure to check one of the local news channels the night before and/or morning of a scheduled class for school closings.

2nd Annual REALTORS® Commercial Alliance Celebration Banquet – Friday, January 25
Recognizing the achievements of Commercial REALTOR® members within the profession and the community and honoring the 2007 Commercial REALTOR® of the Year (to be announced at the Celebration); cost is $50 per person. The banquet will be at the Tulsa Country Club; cocktails start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m. For more information and to make reservations online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click on GTAR Events, then click 2008 RCA Celebration or click on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/CurrentInfo/2008RCACelebration.pdf. You can also print out the reservation form and fax it to 663-8815 or mail the form to us with a check or call 663-7500.

90-Hour Brokers Licensing Course – Starting Monday, February 4
Tulsa Technology Center, Lemley Campus, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cost is $625 (including book). For more information and to register, call TTC at 828-5410.

Reserve Your Spot Now! 2008 Presidents’ Inaugural Gala – Friday, February 22
This year’s GTAR/NORES Presidents’ Inaugural Gala is going to be at the Central Hall Building on the Tulsa Fairgrounds, starting at 6:00; cost is $50 per person through February 15 and $60 per person after. For more information and to make reservations online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click on GTAR Events.

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to enroll, log on to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll for Classes, then click Register in Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

Catylist Search: Monday, January 7, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Publisher: Friday, January 11, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 1: Monday, January 14, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Excel: Tuesday, January 15, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Wednesday, January 16, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 3: Friday, January 18, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.



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