Friday, October 31, 2008

Weekly Facts Blog – November 3, 2008


2009 Dues are Now DUE!
A $20 late fee will be added on December 1, 2008; all dues must be paid no later than December 31, 2008. Dues billing for the Local, State and National Associations of REALTORS® are as follows: REALTORS® = $385; REALTOR-ASSOCIATES® = $355. Call Connie at 663-7500, if you have any questions.


This WEEK!
Thursday, November 6

Everything You Never Knew about Home Inspections
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Dan LaBrake. Come find out why members who have attended this class think it’s the best on home inspections. Learn what inspectors are required to do and what they should not do, how to prepare your listing for a good inspection, and much more. OREC approved for 3 hours elective CE credit; (this course is also know as Common Home Inspection Concerns). Register at online at tulsarealtors.com. For course details, click here.

Do You Need an Ethics Class by December 31?
If you do, you are in luck…GTAR has added two more Ethics classes to the calendar: Thursday, November 6 and Thursday, November 13, both from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Rodger Erker. These classes are FREE but you must register! Seating is limited and they are filling up. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page. Can’t make either of these classes? Go to
www.realtor.org and take it online for free; this course will also satisfy NAR’s Quadrennial Ethics requirement and earn you 3 hours of required PSC CE credit with OREC. If you want a “live” class, TTC will be having two: November 18 and December 16 – call 828-5410 for details.

This WEEK!
Last Chance to SAVE on e-Buyer Course!

Through Friday, November 7, register for $99
; after that date, the cost will be $125. E-Buyer is a one-day course that explores how traditional business practices are being changed by the emerging Internet consumer, and offers strategies to apply new technologies to provide better customer service through the entire real estate transaction. Earn 7 hours of elective CE credit from OREC; it also counts as one REBAC elective course to be applied toward the ABR designation. Don’t miss e-Buyer, Tuesday, November 11, 8:30 – 4:30 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with national instructor, Ruth Fennell. Space is limited to 50. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page. For course details, click here.

Wednesday, November 12
Reverse Mortgages and You!

Dispel the myths of reverse mortgages while increasing your business and assisting the 62+ client…AND, earn 3 hours elective CE credit—all for FREE, courtesy of Freedom Financial – The Reverse Mortgage Specialist; Wednesday, November 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with national instructor, Ruth Fennell. Review information on seniors’ demographics, market conditions, reverse mortgage basics, the application process, and when reverse mortgages are appropriate and when they are not. This course is FREE to members but registration is required. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page. For course details, click here.

Keybox Reminder
We return to Central Standard Time at 2:00 a.m. on November 2, which means access for keyboxes will be 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (not 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.).

Bring Your Talent to a 2009 GTAR/NORES Committee
We are looking for members to serve on GTAR and NORES committees for 2009. If you are interested in making a difference in the Association and the real estate industry, volunteer for a committee that best fits your skills. Your participation does make a difference! For a list of all committees, requirements, and a volunteer form, see pages 3-5 of October’s GTAR World Newsletter or click here (Reminder: If you are currently serving on a committee and would like to continue serving, you still need to submit the volunteer form.) Deadline for volunteer forms is November 14!

Reward an Outstanding GTAR Associate
Nominate him/her for GTAR’s 2008 Sales Associate of the Year! It’s easier than ever thanks to the new and improved nomination form. Brokers and Managers: Do you have an associate who is a good sales producer; has served on a GTAR Committee or assisted with GTAR functions; has been involved in charitable or civic organizations; is a good example of ethical behavior and professionalism; or continues to improve professionalism through educational courses? Don’t miss the opportunity to nominate him/her for GTAR’s 2008 Sales Associate of the Year. Just nominating your sales associate for this award will let your sales associate know that you recognize his/her efforts and reflects how highly you regard him/her. The Nominating Committee will consider all of the associates activities, contributions, and production. For a nomination form and criteria for this award,
click here. All nominations must be submitted to GTAR by Friday, December 12.

Reward an Outstanding GTAR REALTOR®
Nominate him/her for GTAR’s 2008 REALTOR® of the Year! Nominations are being accepted for REALTOR® of the Year. It’s easier than ever thanks to the new and improved nomination form. Sales associates, as well as brokers and managers can submit nominations for this award. For a nomination form and criteria for this award,
click here. All nominations must be submitted to GTAR by Friday, December 12.

Reward an Outstanding Commercial REALTOR®
Nominate a commercial REALTOR® for the Association’s highest honor in commercial real estate: Commercial REALTOR® of the Year. The nominee’s time must be primarily devoted to commercial real estate with transactions at least 75% in commercial. For a nomination form and criteria for this award, click here. The recipient will be announced at the REALTORS® Commercial Alliance Celebration January 30, 2009 at the Doubletree Hotel at Warren Place. All nominations must be submitted to GTAR by Friday, December 12.

Public Notification of Design Guidelines, Design Forum Events
The City of Broken Arrow has begun work to create design guidelines for the East Side Development Area. They have hired Design Workshop as consultants to guide the process and create these design guidelines. The purpose of this project is to use all the work previously done on the Master Plan as a launching point to create guidelines by which new development will be shaped in order to create an environment that is vibrant and attractive within the Broken Arrow community. For more information,
click here

Keybox Key Containers
A limited number of keybox key containers are available at GTAR; the cost is $10.00. (The keybox key container is the black box where the key is kept; it slides into the bottom of the keybox). Any questions, please call Gloria at 663-7500.

OREC Commissioner Nominations
Nominations are being accepted to fill three positions on the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission. Nominees may be considered from congressional districts one, three, and five. If you or someone you know would be interested in serving as a commissioner please complete the following questionnaires and return to Janie Bays at GTAR by December 5: For layperson criteria:
click here; for broker criteria: click here For a map of congressional districts, click here. For OREC information, click here.

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to enroll, log in to tulsarealtors.com and click the new red Education Button on the main page. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

Catylist Search: Monday, November 3, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 1: Monday, November 10, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, November 11, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 3: Friday, November 14, 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.

James Bigelow, associated with Coldwell Banker Select (First Publication)
Mike Washburn, associated with Coldwell Banker Select (First Publication)



Friday, October 24, 2008

Weekly Facts Blog – October 27, 2008


Monday, October 27
OK Broker Relationships

1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Ann Lloyd. OREC approved for 3 hours required (BRA) CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page; last chance to take a BRA class at GTAR this year.


Thursday, October 30
Fair Housing and Cultural Diversity

Last chance to take a FHR class at GTAR this year! 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with one of GTAR’s favorite instructors, Joyce Painter. This course reviews Fair Housing laws in order to understand how discrimination occurs in the marketplace, and describes the many facets of diversity in the real estate market and assesses individual awareness, experience, and knowledge of diversity in your real estate practice. It also covers how to develop and implement business strategies to serve an increasingly diverse marketplace while still complying with Fair Housing laws regarding advertising; how to follow the Equal Professional Service Model, comply with fair housing laws, and develop strategies to better serve clients and customers. OREC approved for 3 hours required Fair Housing (FHR) CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page.

Thursday, November 6
Everything You Never Knew about Home Inspections
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Dan LaBrake. Come find out why members who have attended this class think it’s the best on home inspections. Learn what inspectors are required to do and what they should not do, how to prepare your listing for a good inspection, and much more. OREC approved for 3 hours elective CE credit; (this course is also know as Common Home Inspection Concerns). Register at tulsarealtors.com; click here for course details:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/documents/HomeInspections.pdf

Tuesday, November 11
Understand Internet-Savvy Buyers and Successfully Transact Business with this Emerging Market

Attend the e-Buyer course being offered at GTAR for the first time! Tuesday, November 11, 8:30 – 5:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with national instructor, Ruth Fennell. If the Internet is poised to change human communication in general, it now becomes increasingly important to communicate with prospective buyers online. So, if e-Buyers are different from traditional buyers, what do they want and how do you provide it? Register and find out! Cost is $99; currently pending OREC approval for 8 hours elective CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page. Click here for course details: http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/documents/2008ebuyer.pdf

Wednesday, November 12
Prepare for the Changing Senior Market

Attend Reverse Mortgages and You! Wednesday, November 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with national instructor, Ruth Fennell. Dispell the myths of reverse mortgages while increasing your business and assisting the 62+ client. This FREE class, being offered courtesy of Freedom Financial – The Reverse Mortgage Specialist, will review information on seniors’ demographics, market conditions, reverse mortgage basics, the application process, and when reverse mortgages are appropriate and when they are not; currently pending OREC approval for 3 hours elective CE credit. This course is FREE to members but registration is required. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page. Click here for more information:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/documents/2008FFReverseMortgages.pdf

JUST Added to the Calendar
Thursday, November 13 – Ethics Class

1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Rodger Erker. If you need to fulfill NAR’s Quadrennial Ethics Course requirement by December 31, here’s another chance; class is FREE but you must register! Seating is limited – Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page.

Keybox Key Containers
A limited number of keybox key containers are available at GTAR; the cost is $10.00. (The keybox key container is the black box where the key is kept; it slides into the bottom of the keybox). Any questions, please call Gloria at 663-7500.

OREC Commissioner Nominations
Nominations are being accepted to fill three positions on the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission. Nominees may be considered from congressional districts one, three, and five. If you or someone you know would be interested in serving as a commissioner please complete the following questionnaires and return to Janie Bays at GTAR by December 5: For layperson criteria:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/OREC-Criteria-Layperson.pdf; for broker criteria: http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/OREC-Criteria-Broker.pdf. For a map of congressional districts, http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/CongressionalDistricts.pdf; for OREC information, http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/OREC-Info.pdf

2009 Dues have been Mailed to Your Broker!
Dues billing for the Local, State and National Associations of REALTORS® are as follows: REALTORS® = $385; REALTOR-ASSOCIATES® = $355. Dues are due November 1, 2008; a $20 late fee will be added on December 1, 2008; all dues must be paid no later than December 31, 2008. Call Connie at 663-7500, if you have any questions. For information on the OAR special assessment, please read the notice below.

Special Assessment Notice
Your 2009 dues include a two-year $39 special assessment by the Oklahoma Association of REALTORS® of all REALTOR® and REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® members to fund a Public and Political Survival Fund. The fund’s purpose is to create and implement a public and political campaign within the state of Oklahoma and to fund lobbying, consulting and other expenses on issues consistent with OAR’s Legislative Policy Agenda. Additionally, your 2009 dues includes a $35 mandatory assessment by the National Association of REALTORS® of all REALTOR® and REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® members to fund a nationwide public awareness campaign that includes TV network and cable ads highlighting the value a REALTOR® brings to a transaction and stressing the importance of using a REALTOR®.

Where Do You Fit?
Bring your talent to a committee to strengthen your Association’s services. We are looking for members to serve on GTAR and NORES committees for 2009. If you are interested in making a difference in the Association and the real estate industry, volunteer for a committee that best fits your skills. Your participation does make a difference! For a list of all committees, requirements, and a volunteer form, see pages 3-5 of this month’s GTAR World Newsletter; you can access it by clicking on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/2009CommitteeVolunteers.pdf. Reminder: If you are currently serving on a committee and would like to continue serving, you still need to submit the volunteer form; deadline is November 15!

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to enroll, log in to tulsarealtors.com and click the new red Education Button on the main page. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

CIE Manager: Monday, October 27, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Catylist Search: Monday, November 3, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Friday, October 17, 2008

Weekly Facts Blog – October 20, 2008


This Week!
Do You Know What’s Going on in Your Community?

Find out at GTAR’s Community Forum being held Friday, October 24 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Representatives from from Bixby, Jenks, Sand Springs, and Tulsa will be here to discuss present and anticipated area growth and increase awareness of the issues facing our communities. This forum is FREE and open to all GTAR members – you are also welcome to bring non-member guests. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the new red Education Button on the main page. For details on the class, click here:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/documents/CommunityForums-Oct08.pdf

OK Broker Relationships CE Class – Monday, October 27
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Ann Lloyd. OREC approved for 3 hours required (BRA) CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page. This is the last BRA class being offered by GTAR this year.

Fair Housing and Cultural Diversity Course – Thursday, October 30
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with one of GTAR’s favorite instructors, Joyce Painter. This course reviews Fair Housing laws in order to understand how discrimination occurs in the marketplace, and describes the many facets of diversity in the real estate market and assesses individual awareness, experience, and knowledge of diversity in your real estate practice. It also covers how to develop and implement business strategies to serve an increasingly diverse marketplace while still complying with Fair Housing laws regarding advertising; how to follow the Equal Professional Service Model, comply with fair housing laws, and develop strategies to better serve clients and customers. OREC approved for 3 hours required Fair Housing (FHR) CE credit. This is the last FHR class being offered by GTAR this year. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page. This is the last FHR class being offered by GTAR this year.

Economic Forecast Seminar – Thursday, October 30
10:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Home Builders Association; presented by the Sales & Marketing Council of HBA. Learn about the state of the housing market with special guest speakers, Joe Robson, 2009 president of the National Association of Homebuilders and founder and president of Robson Companies/Forest Ridge; Sam Rader, CEO of Coldwell Banker Select; and Richard Smith, senior vice president of BOk Mortgage. This seminar is free to Sales & Marketing Council members and $15 for non-members (cost includes lunch). RSVP is required for this event and the deadline to register is October 24. If you are interested in attending, contact Stacy Hendrickson at
shendrickson@tulsahba.com or call 918-663-5820.

First Time at GTAR!
e-Buyer Course – Tuesday, November 11

8:30 – 5:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with national instructor, Ruth Fennell. The focus of this full day course is on understanding Internet-savvy buyers and preparing to transact business with this emerging market segment. If the Internet is poised to change human communication in general, it now becomes increasingly important to communicate with prospective buyers online. So, if e-Buyers are different from traditional buyers, what do they want and how do you provide it? Attend this new course and find out! Cost is $99; currently pending OREC approval for 8 hours elective CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page.

Just Added to the Calendar!
Reverse Mortgages and You – Wednesday, November 12

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with national instructor, Ruth Fennell. This is a new course being offered to GTAR members for FREE, courtesy of Financial Freedom – The Reverse Mortgage Specialist. Dispell the myths of reverse mortgages while increasing your business and assisting the 62+ client. It is a proven fact that seniors share their experiences with others. This course is currently pending OREC approval for 3 hours elective CE credit. This course is free to members but registration is required. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page.

OREC Commissioner Nominations
Nominations are being accepted to fill three positions on the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission. Nominees may be considered from congressional districts one, three, and five. If you or someone you know would be interested in serving as a commissioner please complete the following questionnaires and return to Janie Bays at GTAR by December 5: For layperson criteria:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/OREC-Criteria-Layperson.pdf; for broker criteria: http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/OREC-Criteria-Broker.pdf. For a map of congressional districts, http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/CongressionalDistricts.pdf; for OREC information, http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/OREC-Info.pdf

2009 Dues have been Mailed to Your Broker!
Dues billing for the Local, State and National Associations of REALTORS® are as follows: REALTORS® = $385; REALTOR-ASSOCIATES® = $355. Dues are due November 1, 2008; a $20 late fee will be added on December 1, 2008; all dues must be paid no later than December 31, 2008. Call Connie at 663-7500, if you have any questions. For information on the OAR special assessment, please read the notice below.

Special Assessment Notice
Your 2009 dues include a two-year $39 special assessment by the Oklahoma Association of REALTORS® of all REALTOR® and REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® members to fund a Public and Political Survival Fund. The fund’s purpose is to create and implement a public and political campaign within the state of Oklahoma and to fund lobbying, consulting and other expenses on issues consistent with OAR’s Legislative Policy Agenda. Additionally, your 2009 dues includes a $35 mandatory assessment by the National Association of REALTORS® of all REALTOR® and REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® members to fund a nationwide public awareness campaign that includes TV network and cable ads highlighting the value a REALTOR® brings to a transaction and stressing the importance of using a REALTOR®.

Where Do You Fit?
Bring your talent to a committee to strengthen your Association’s services. We are looking for members to serve on GTAR and NORES committees for 2009. If you are interested in making a difference in the Association and the real estate industry, volunteer for a committee that best fits your skills. Your participation does make a difference! For a list of all committees, requirements, and a volunteer form, see pages 3-5 of this month’s GTAR World Newsletter; you can access it by clicking on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/Newsletter/GTARWorld_October2008.pdf Reminder: If you are currently serving on a committee and would like to continue serving, you still need to submit the volunteer form; deadline is November 15!

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to enroll, log in to tulsarealtors.com and click the new red Education Button on the main page. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

MarketLinx 1: Monday, October 20, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, October 21, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Wednesday, October 22, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
MarketLinx 3 – Prospect Gateway: Friday, October 24, 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.

Rudolph “Rudy” Hymer, d/b/a RJH Realty Investments (Second Publication)


Monday, October 6, 2008

Weekly Facts Blog – October 13, 2008

This Week!

Community Forums
Find out what is happening in Tulsa and the surrounding areas at GTAR Sales Associate sponsored Community Forums being held from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 17 and Friday, October 24. Representatives will be here to discuss present and anticipated area growth and increase awareness of the issues facing our communities. October 17 will feature speakers from Broken Arrow, Catoosa, Coweta, and Owasso. October 24 will feature speakers from Bixby, Jenks, Sand Springs, and Tulsa. These forums are FREE and open to all GTAR members – residential and commercial but registration is required. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the new red Education Button on the main page. For details on the class, click here:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/documents/CommunityForums-Oct08.pdf


Wednesday, October 15

GTAR and NORES Annual Meeting 3:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center; GTAR and NORES *voting members: Don’t miss your opportunity to select the 2009-2010 GTAR and NORES Board of Directors, as well as vote on proposed bylaw changes, and hear about what has happened in the Association over the last year. The slate of nominees is in the September GTAR World Newsletter, pages 3-6; click here to access it: http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/Newsletter/GTARWorld_September2008.pdf (*If you are a REALTOR® member with GTAR, you are a voting member. REALTOR-ASSOCIATES® are NOT voting members.)

Phone System for Sale - $1500.00

1- Meridian Norstar ICS System. Equipped (in the control unit) for one(1) PRI ( 24 channel T-1 with caller I.D.) and twenty four (24) digital stations. 1- Star talk voicemail system 16-7310 telephones ( 10 button ) with speakerphone and LCD. 2- 7324 24 button attendant positions 2- 7100 single line telephones 1- 48 port CAP units (DSS/BLF) units All the telephones are black.


This Week!
Thursday, October 16


5-Year Street Plan Proposal Meeting

Mayor Kathy Taylor and Councilman G.T. Bynam will address the new street proposal in a meeting Thursday, October 16, 9:00 a.m. at the Home Builders Association. Learn what the proposal means and have the opportunity to ask questions on the $451.6 million comprehensive street improvements plan which will be on the November 4 ballot. If you are interested in attending this HBA event, please RSVP by calling Stacy Hendrickson at 918-663-5820 or emailing shendrickson@tulsahba.com

2009 Dues have been Mailed to Your Broker!
Dues billing for the Local, State and National Associations of REALTORS® are as follows: REALTORS® = $385; REALTOR-ASSOCIATES® = $355. Dues are due November 1, 2008; a $20 late fee will be added on December 1, 2008; all dues must be paid no later than December 31, 2008. Call Connie at 663-7500, if you have any questions. For information on the OAR special assessment, please read the notice below.

Special Assessment Notice:
Your 2009 dues include a two-year $39 special assessment by the Oklahoma Association of REALTORS® of all REALTOR® and REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® members to fund a Public and Political Survival Fund. The fund’s purpose is to create and implement a public and political campaign within the state of Oklahoma and to fund lobbying, consulting and other expenses on issues consistent with OAR’s Legislative Policy Agenda. Additionally, your 2009 dues includes a $35 mandatory assessment by the National Association of REALTORS® of all REALTOR® and REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® members to fund a nationwide public awareness campaign that includes TV network and cable ads highlighting the value a REALTOR® brings to a transaction and stressing the importance of using a REALTOR®.

Enforcement of Fair Housing Advertising Word and Phrase List
The words or phrases listed as “not acceptable” and “caution” on the Fair Housing Advertising Word and Phrase List have been removed from all NORES listing remarks fields per NORES Rules and Regulations Section 2.20, 1, c. If you are found in violation of this rule, you will be subject to a fine and/or disciplinary action. Please review all of your listings and make any necessary changes. The Fair Housing Advertising Word and Phrase List is available in the side bar (MarketLinx), under Governing Documents (tulsarealtors.com) or by
clicking here:

OK Broker Relationships CE Class – Monday, October 27
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Ann Lloyd. OREC approved for 3 hours required (BRA) CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page. This is the last BRA class being offered by GTAR this year.


Fair Housing and Cultural Diversity Course – Thursday, October 30
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with one of GTAR’s favorite instructors, Joyce Painter. This course reviews Fair Housing laws in order to understand how discrimination occurs in the marketplace, and describes the many facets of diversity in the real estate market and assesses individual awareness, experience, and knowledge of diversity in your real estate practice. It also covers how to develop and implement business strategies to serve an increasingly diverse marketplace while still complying with Fair Housing laws regarding advertising; how to follow the Equal Professional Service Model, comply with fair housing laws, and develop strategies to better serve clients and customers. OREC approved for 3 hours required Fair Housing (FHR) CE credit. This is the last FHR class being offered by GTAR this year.

Where Do You Fit?
Bring your talent to a committee to strengthen your Association’s services. We are looking for members to serve on GTAR and NORES committees for 2009. If you are interested in making a difference in the Association and the real estate industry, volunteer for a committee that best fits your skills. Your participation does make a difference! For a list of all committees, requirements, and a volunteer form, see pages 3-5 of this month’s GTAR World Newsletter; you can access it by clicking on the following link:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/Newsletter/GTARWorld_October2008.pdf Reminder: If you are currently serving on a committee and would like to continue serving, you still need to submit the volunteer form; deadline is November 15!

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to enroll, log in to tulsarealtors.com and click the new red Education Button on the main page. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

MarketLinx 1: Monday, October 20, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, October 21, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Wednesday, October 22, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
MarketLinx 3 – Prospect Gateway: Friday, October 24, 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.
Rudolph “Rudy” Hymer, d/b/a RJH Realty Investments (First Publication)

Glennela P. Doss, d/b/a Oak Tree Property Co. LLC (First Publication)

Friday, October 3, 2008

Weekly Facts Blog – October 6, 2008


2009 Dues are in the Mail
Dues billing for the Local, State and National Associations of REALTORS® are as follows: REALTORS® = $385; REALTOR-ASSOCIATES® = $355. Dues are due November 1, 2008; a $20 late fee will be added on December 1, 2008; all dues must be paid no later than December 31, 2008. Call Connie at 663-7500, if you have any questions.


This Week! Thursday, October 9
Brush Up on the Basics of Contract Etiquette

Attend the Basic Contracts Course, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Robert Nichols, Esq. and earn 3 hours of required HOT CE credit with OREC. Become familiar with the intent of contract sections and why it is important to complete sections accurately. The OREC State Contract will be used and discussed in this new course. NOTE: This is NOT the same course offered by OREC last May and GTAR last June! This is a new course with “new” CE credit. Cost for members is $15 pre-registered and $20 the day of the class. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the new red Education Button on the main page. For details on the class, click here:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/documents/BasicContract.pdf

This Week!
Signature Series 2008 Commercial Institute in OKC
Wednesday and Thursday, October 8 and 9
The Oklahoma City Metropolitan Association of REALTORS®’, REALTORS® Commercial Alliance is presenting several courses specifically for real estate professionals involved in the commercial Market. October 8, National speaker Mike Lipsey will be teaching two CE classes: Branding Commercial Real Estate and Negotiating for a Win Win Result; October 9. This series is free for RCA members and $100 for non-members. Register online at okcrealtors.com or email
ddill@okcrealtors.com; you can also call 405-840-1493. For details on the Series, click here: http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/CurrentInfo/OKMAR-CommercialClasses.pdf

GTAR and NORES Annual Meeting – Wednesday, October 15
3:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center; GTAR and NORES *voting members: This is your opportunity to select the 2009-2010 GTAR and NORES Board of Directors, as well as vote on proposed bylaw changes, and hear about what has happened in the Association over the last year. The slate of nominees is in the September GTAR World Newsletter, pages 3-6; click here to access it:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/GTAR/Newsletter/GTARWorld_September2008.pdf (*If you are a REALTOR® member with GTAR, you are a voting member. REALTOR-ASSOCIATES® are NOT voting members.)

5-Year Street Plan Proposal Meeting – Thursday, October 16
Mayor Kathy Taylor and Councilman G.T. Bynam will address the new street proposal in a meeting Thursday, October 16, 9:00 a.m. at the Home Builders Association. Learn what the proposal means and have the opportunity to ask questions on the $451.6 million comprehensive street improvements plan which will be on the November 4 ballot. If you are interested in attending this HBA event, please RSVP by calling Stacy Hendrickson at 918-663-5820 or emailing
shendrickson@tulsahba.com

Do You Know What’s Going on in Your Community?
Find out at GTAR’s two new Community Forums being held from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 17 and Friday, October 24. Representatives will be here to discuss present and anticipated area growth and increase awareness of the issues facing our communities. October 17 will feature speakers from Broken Arrow, Catoosa, Claremore, Coweta, Owasso, and Skiatook. October 24 will feature speakers from Bixby, Jenks, Sand Springs, and Tulsa. These forums are FREE and open to all GTAR members – residential and commercial but registration is required. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the new red Education Button on the main page. For details on the class, click here:
http://ims.tulsarealtors.com/documents/CommunityForums-Oct08.pdf

Congratulations OAR Open Door Award Winners
Winners of OAR’s Open Door Awards were announced at OAR’s Education Conference and Trade Show this week in Tulsa; among the winners were GTAR members Chuck Patterson of Patterson REALTORS® and Sandy Burford of Lakeland Properties. The Open Door Award recognizes outstanding community service.

Enforcement of Fair Housing Advertising Word and Phrase List
This Monday, October 6, the words or phrases listed as “not acceptable” and “caution” on the Fair Housing Advertising Word and Phrase List will be removed from all NORES listing remarks fields per NORES Rules and Regulations Section 2.20, 1, c. If you are found in violation of this rule, you will be subject to a fine and/or disciplinary action. Please review all of your listings and make any necessary changes before October 6th. The Fair Housing Advertising Word and Phrase List is available in the side bar (MarketLinx), under Governing Documents (tulsarealtors.com) or by
clicking here:

OK Broker Relationships CE Class – Monday, October 27
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Ann Lloyd. OREC approved for 3 hours required (BRA) CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com – Log in and click the Education Button on the main page. This is the last BRA class being offered at GTAR this year.


Updated and Fill-in Forms are Now Available
Fill-in forms are now available at tulsarealtors.com under Forms and Contracts for the GTAR FHA Financing Supplemental, the GTAR VA Financing Supplemental, and the FHA Financing Supplemental. A new version of the Buyer Occupancy Agreement (A902) and the Seller Occupancy Agreement (A903) are also now available. Under the Residential Property Management Contract & Forms, an updated Listing Agreement form (A527) is now available. A Form 9 Office Exclusive and an MLS Status Change Form specific to Lease have been added in anticipation of the addition of a Residential Lease tab to MarketLinx coming in late November. (Note: The GTAR forms are currently in the process of being updated in the GTAR Residential ZipForm Library. The OREC version of the Financial Supplementals will continue to be available under the OREC ZipForm Library.)

Windows Update Compatibility with MarketLinx
Windows XP Update Service Pack 3 IS compatible with MarketLinx and is a supported installation. However, installation of Internet Explorer 8 (Beta) is NOT supported by MarketLinx. It is recommended that you DO NOT download or install this beta version of Internet Explorer.

The Commercial Information Exchange has a New Provider
Service with Catylist will end December 31, 2008. On January 1, 2009 we will migrate to our new vendor, Xceligent, who will provide a research platform that will include commercial listings by members and potential members. Xceligent representatives will begin driving our market in mid-September to collect and catalog commercial properties 20,000 square feet and above. We will add structures below this number over time. In addition, Xceligent will drive our market each quarter to identify new listings for the exchange. Brokers will continue to edit their listings, while Xceligent will perform routine audits of company inventories to ensure all active listings are in the commercial data exchange (CDX). Moreover, Xceligent will audit for complete and accurate listing information. Stay tuned for more information and updates.

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to enroll, log in to tulsarealtors.com and click the new red Education Button on the main page. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

Catylist Search: Monday, October 6, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 1: Monday, October 20, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, October 21, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Wednesday, October 22, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
MarketLinx 3 – Prospect Gateway: Friday, October 24, 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.

Carlos Maldonado, d/b/a Future Homes Real Estate (Second Publication)



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