Thursday, February 28, 2008

Weekly Facts – March 3, 2008

Congratulations 2007 GTAR Award Winners!
REALTOR® of the Year – Kacy Bell with Keller Williams Realty
Sales Associate of the Year – Patty Taylor with McGraw REALTORS®
Special President’s Award – Shelley Carson with Old Republic Home Protection
For more information on the award winners, check out the March issue of the GTAR World newsletter, which should be online Monday, March 3.

This Week!
Developing Your Professional Image – Thursday, March 6

Become More Successful by Building a Personal Brand Image
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Andrew Urich. Dr. Urich is a lecturer, researcher, and consultant in the areas of influence, negotiation, and consumer protection. Don’t miss this one opportunity to see Dr. Urich at GTAR! Associates who have seen Dr. Urich speak at other events say he is very entertaining and knowledgeable, and you will gain very valuable information to help you be more successful in your real estate business. Drop your business card in our fishbowl for a chance to win a cash prize of $350 - equal to a year’s dues for one lucky GTAR associate! Don’t wait to register – seating is limited, and this class is filling up. OREC approved for 3 hours elective CE credit. For details on the class and to register online; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

Coming Up!
2008 Greater Tulsa Commercial Market Update – Wednesday, March 12
Don’t miss the educational event of the year for commercial real estate professionals or any real estate professionals who are interested in learning about what’s happened and will be happening in the Tulsa area’s commercial market. This year’s keynote speaker will be Dr. Mark Snead, director of the OSU Center for Applied Economic Research.The Commercial Market Update will be at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel; buffet breakfast and registration begin at 7:30 a.m. and speaker presentations begin at 8:00 a.m. Cost is $65 per person; course is OREC approved for 3 hours REQUIRED (HOT) CE credit and OREAB approved for 3 hours CE credit. For more information and to register online with Visa or MC: Log on to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education–Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes; you can also register by calling 663-7500.

Sales Associate Forum: Tulsa Public Schools – Thursday, March 13
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the GTAR Training Center. Come learn about Tulsa Public Schools’ plans for $12 million in federal grants to energize Central, Hale, and Webster schools through the following: Central Academy of Fine Art; McLain High School for Science and Technology; Hale High School of Restaurant, Lodging, and Health Management; Webster High School’s Broadcast, Digital Media, and Marketing Magnet. Magnet Schools Recruiter, Shelonda Hawkins, will discuss Tulsa Public Schools’ Magnet Schools. This forum is free to members but registration is required. For more information and to register online, log on to tulsamls.net; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

“Good Thing You’re in Tulsa” Commercial
The commercial is now airing on the NBC, CBS, ABC, and FOX networks. To view the commercial, click on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/gtar/movie.htm

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 2: Monday, March 3, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 3: Wednesday, March 5, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Catylist Search: Monday, March 10, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 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.


Irene Dressel, associated w/RE/MAX Select (Second Publication)



Friday, February 22, 2008

Weekly Facts – February 25, 2008

This Week!
Real Estate and the Fair Housing Act – Monday, February 25
This class is almost full! 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with instructor Ann Lloyd. This is just a basic, no frills Fair Housing course but it is OREC approved for 3 hours required FHR CE credit. To register online; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

Coming Up!
Win $350 AND Earn 3 Hours Elective CE Credit! – Thursday, March 6

All you have to do is attend Developing Your Professional Image: Become More Successful by Building a Personal Brand Image with Andrew Urich from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center. Dr. Urich is a lecturer, researcher, and consultant in the areas of influence, negotiation, and consumer protection. Cost of class for members is the standard $15 pre-registered and $20 day of; drop your business card in our fishbowl for a chance to win a cash prize of $350, which is equal to a year’s dues for a GTAR associate! Don’t wait to register – seating is limited, and this class is expected to be full. For details on the class and to register online; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

2008 Greater Tulsa Commercial Market Update – Wednesday, March 12
Don’t miss the educational event of the year for commercial real estate professionals or any real estate professionals who are interested in learning about what’s happened and will be happening in the Tulsa area’s commercial market. This year’s keynote speaker will be Dr. Mark Snead, director of the OSU Center for Applied Economic Research.The Commercial Market Update will be at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel; buffet breakfast and registration begin at 7:30 a.m. and speaker presentations begin at 8:00 a.m. Cost is $65 per person; course is OREC approved for 3 hours REQUIRED (HOT) CE credit and OREAB approved for 3 hours CE credit. For more information and to register online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click Education–Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes; you can also register by calling 663-7500.

“Good Thing You’re in Tulsa” Commercial Begins
The next phase of the “Good Thing You're in Tulsa” campaign has been launched. The commercial is now airing on the NBC, CBS, ABC, and FOX networks. To view the commercial, click on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/gtar/movie.htm

This Week! Deadline for REALTOR® License Plate – Friday, February 29
The OK Tax Commission has extended the deadline for the REALTOR® License Plate until February 29. OAR still needs 125 orders to reach the minimum 500 applications needed to produce the plates. The cost for the license plate is just $37, and since $20 of each license plate fee would be donated to the Oklahoma Housing Foundation, the license plate would generate at least $10,000 for this worthy cause. You do not have to actually put the license plate on your car, you can buy one to support the cause and keep your current plate. For details, click on the following link:
http://www.oklahomarealtors.com/cartag. For more information, you can also email Jessica@oklahomarealtors.com

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.

CIE Manager: Monday, February 25, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 1: Monday, February 25, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Publisher (v2003): Tuesday, February 26, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Excel (v2003): Wednesday, February 27, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Friday, February 29, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 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.

Irene Dressel, associated w/RE/MAX Select (First Publication)

Friday, February 15, 2008

Weekly Facts – February 18, 2008

This Week!
Cheers to You! 2008 Presidents’ Inaugural Gala – Friday, February 22
The cost is now $60 per person, and we must have your reservations no later than Tuesday, February 19 at 5:00 p.m.!
If you miss this year’s Gala, you will be kicking yourself the next day! Cocktails (cash bar) start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m. in the Ford Truck Exhibit Hall at the Tulsa Fairgrounds. FREE valet parking! Dress is business casual to formal – theme is black and white. 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. For more information and a faxable reservation form, click on the following link: http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/CurrentInfo/2008GTAR-Gala-Invitation.pdf

This Week!
Good Thing You’re in Tulsa Commercials Begin
Starting February 17, the Good Thing You’re in Tulsa PR campaign commercials will start airing on KJRH, KOTV, KTUL and FOX23, so tune in! You may have already spotted one of the four buses driving around town – they look great!

This Week!
Common Home Inspection Concerns – Wednesday, February 20

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. with Dan LaBrake. Come find out why GTAR members are saying this is the best home inspections class they’ve ever taken. For more information and to register online; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes. (Last offered July 2007)

Coming Up!
Real Estate and the Fair Housing Act – Monday, February 25

This class is filling up, so if you are interested in attending, register now! 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with instructor Ann Lloyd. This is just a basic, no frills Fair Housing course but it is OREC approved for 3 hours required FHR CE credit. To register online; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

Win $350 AND Earn 3 Hours Elective CE Credit! – Thursday, March 6
All you have to do is attend Developing Your Professional Image: Become More Successful by Building a Personal Brand Image with Andrew Urich from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center. Dr. Urich is a lecturer, researcher, and consultant in the areas of influence, negotiation, and consumer protection. Cost of class for members is the standard $15 pre-registered and $20 day of; drop your business card in our fishbowl for a chance to win a cash prize of $350, which is equal to a year’s dues for a GTAR associate! Don’t wait to register – seating is limited, and this class is expected to be full. For details on the class and to register online; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

Don’t Wait Any Longer to Register!
2008 Greater Tulsa Commercial Market Update – Wednesday, March 12
Right now, the cost is $50, but after February 20, the cost will be $65
; Also, for the first time in its nine-year history, the Commercial Market Update has been approved by OREC for 3 hours REQUIRED (HOT) CE credit; it is also approved by OREAB for CE credit. Don’t miss the educational event of the year for commercial real estate professionals or any real estate professionals who are interested in learning about what’s happened and will be happening in the Tulsa area’s commercial market. The Commercial Market Update will be at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel; buffet breakfast and registration begin at 7:30 a.m. and speaker presentations begin at 8:00 a.m. For more information and to register online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click Education–Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes; you can also register by calling 663-7500.

Deadline Extended for REALTOR® License Plate
The OK Tax Commission has extended the deadline for the REALTOR® License Plate until February 29. OAR still needs 125 orders to reach the minimum 500 applications needed to produce the plates. The cost for the license plate is just $37, and since $20 of each license plate fee would be donated to the Oklahoma Housing Foundation, the license plate would generate at least $10,000 for this worthy cause. You do not have to actually put the license plate on your car, you can buy one to support the cause and keep your current plate. For details, click on the following link:
http://www.oklahomarealtors.com/cartag. For more information, you can also email Jessica@oklahomarealtors.com

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: Monday, February 18, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
ZipForm Online: Tuesday, February 19, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
CIE Manager: Monday, February 25, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 1: Monday, February 25, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Publisher (v2003): Tuesday, February 26, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Excel (v2003): Wednesday, February 27, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Friday, February 29, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 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.

Donna S. Matlock, associated with RE/MAX Select (Second Publication)
Donna K. Powell, associated with C Zane Realty (Second Publication)
Patrice Simpkins, d/b/a Global Realty Marketing (Second Publication)

Friday, February 8, 2008

Weekly Facts – February 11, 2008

This Week! Don’t Miss Mike Lipsey at GTAR – Tuesday, February 14
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. Cost is $75. 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.

Coming Up! Common Home Inspection Concerns – Wednesday, February 20
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. with Dan LaBrake. Come find out why GTAR members are saying this is the best home inspections class they’ve ever taken. For more information and to register online; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes. (Last offered July 2007)

In Two Weeks!
Cheers to You: 2008 Presidents’ Inaugural Gala – Friday, February 22

Get your tickets Now! The cost is $50 per person through February 15, but will be $60 per person after. This year’s gala will be in 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. 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.

Real Estate and the Fair Housing Act – Monday, February 25
1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with instructor Ann Lloyd. This is just a basic, no frills Fair Housing course but it is OREC approved for 3 hours required FHR CE credit. To register online; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes.

2008 Greater Tulsa Commercial Market Update – Wednesday, March 12
This is the ninth year for this event, which has become the educational event of the year for commercial real estate professionals or any real estate professionals who are interested in learning about what’s happened and will be happening in the Tulsa area’s commercial market. The Commercial Market Update will be at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel; buffet breakfast and registration begin at 7:30 a.m. and speaker presentations begin at 8:00 a.m.; course is currently pending CE credit approval from OREC and OREAB. Cost is $50 if registered by February 15; after that date, cost is $65. For more information and to register online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click Education–Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes; you can also register by calling 663-7500.

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 2: Monday, February 11, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 3: Wednesday, February 13, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Monday, February 18, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
ZipForm Online: Tuesday, February 19, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
CIE Manager: Monday, February 25, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 1: Monday, February 25, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Publisher (v2003): Tuesday, February 26, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Excel (v2003): Wednesday, February 27, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Friday, February 29, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 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.

Donna S. Matlock, associated with RE/MAX Select (First Publication)
Donna K. Powell, associated with C Zane Realty (First Publication)
Patrice Simpkins, d/b/a Global Realty Marketing (First Publication)
Deidre (DeeDee) Jesiolowski, associated with McGraw, REALTORS® (Second Publication)

Friday, February 1, 2008

Weekly Facts – February 4, 2008

This Week! Don’t Forget to Vote – Tuesday, February 5
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! Show Your Pride in Being a REALTOR®
Deadline for Orders is Thursday, February 10

The LeadershipOAR class of 2007 encourages you to show your pride by tagging yourself a professional with a special REALTOR® license plate. OAR must have 500 license plate orders by February 10, 2008 in order for the plates to be produced, so
order today! To date, only about 35 of the 275 ordered tags have come from Tulsa; let’s show our support for this cause! The cost is just $37, most of which will be donated to the Oklahoma Housing Foundation. You do not have to actually put the license plate on your car, you can buy one to support the cause and keep your current plate. For details, click on the following link: http://www.oklahomarealtors.com/CarTag/Default.asp For more information, you can also email Jessica@oklahomarealtors.com

Coming Up! Don’t Miss Mike Lipsey at GTAR – Tuesday, February 14
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. Cost is $75. 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.

Common Home Inspection Concerns – Wednesday, February 20
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. with Dan LaBrake. Come find out why GTAR members are saying this is the best home inspections class they’ve ever taken. For more information and to register online; under Member Resources, click Education-Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes. (Last offered July 2007)

Just Added! Fair Housing CE Course – Monday, February 25
Finally, we have a Fair Housing course on the schedule! Real Estate and the Fair Housing Act will be Monday, February 25, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with instructor Ann Lloyd. This is just a basic, no frills Fair Housing course but it is OREC approved for 3 hours required FHR CE credit. To register online; 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.

2008 Greater Tulsa Commercial Market Update – Wednesday, March 12
This is the ninth year for this event, which has become the educational event of the year for commercial real estate professionals or any real estate professionals who are interested in learning about what’s happened and will be happening in the Tulsa area’s commercial market. The Commercial Market Update will be at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel; buffet breakfast and registration begin at 7:30 a.m. and speaker presentations begin at 8:00 a.m.; course is currently pending CE credit approval from OREC and OREAB. Cost is $50 if registered by February 15; after that date, cost is $65. For more information and to register online with Visa or MC: Under Member Resources, click Education–Enroll in Classes, then click Register for Classes; you can also register by calling 663-7500.

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.

Deidre (DeeDee) Jesiolowski, associated with McGraw, REALTORS® (First Publication)


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