Monday, October 25, 2010

Weekly Facts Blog – October 25, 2010

THIS WEEK!
Wednesday, October 27
GTAR YPN Chapter Start-Up
Young professionals are the future of the real estate business. But in a field where the average age is 52, younger real estate practitioners often struggle for a way to connect with each other and tap into valuable resources that will help them succeed in business. The Young Professionals Network (YPN) is a member-driven organization that helps young real estate professionals excel in their careers by giving them the tools and encouragement to become involved. If you're as excited as we are about helping start this group, take the first step and attend our initial Kick-off meeting October 27 at 3:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center. There is no cost to attend but an RSVP would be appreciated—email education@tulsarealtors.com or call 663-7500.
THIS WEEK!
Wednesday, Oct 27
Doc Manager Class
9:00 – 11:00 a.m. in the Computer Lab; pre-registration is required; space is limited to 16 per class. For more information or to enroll, log on to tulsarealtors.com and click the red Education bar on the main Member Services page, then click Register for Classes.
THIS WEEK!
Thursday, October 28
RCA Insight Social
4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Ti Amo’s (219 S. Cheyenne Ave.); GTAR’s REALTORS® Commercial Alliance (RCA) presents One Place Center Development with speakers Hank Pelligrini and Bob Eggleston. Join your commercial real estate peers at our popular quarterly networking event. Come join us to learn about the latest development planned for Tulsa. Hear the developers speak about their 'One Place' Center Development covering an entire city block. The mixed-use project will include a 15-story office building, 120 room hotel, a retail center and urban residential flats with sub-surface parking. The project is at 2nd Street & Denver across from the BOK Center. RECO Enterprises will provide appetizers, a drink ticket and a cash beer/wine bar. Your RSVP is important to us. Please Register via Evite (Residential members: You are welcome to attend this event too!)

LAST WEEK TO SAVE!
Early-bird registration for Chandra Hall’s two new courses ends November 1
Each course costs $25 through November 1; after that the cost goes up to $45 each. Don’t miss seeing nationally acclaimed instructor Chandra Hall teach the following two courses:
Cracking the Credit Code: The Key to Buyer Recovery
Wednesday, November 10, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center. You’ll explore the effect of the economy on home ownership, how the credit scoring system works, the ability of credit scores to impact purchasing power, resources to educate the buyer and/or enrich their ability to purchase, and much more! Affiliate members: You are welcome to attend too! OREC approved: 3 hours required HOT CE credit. To register online: log on to tulsarealtors.com and click the red Education bar on the main Member Services page, then click Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details and Registration Form
Systems Keep You Sane: Planning Moves You Forward
Wednesday, November 10,1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center. You’ll explore managing the financial aspects of your real estate business, identifying marketing efforts that work and resources for cost effective marketing tools and techniques, and much more! You’ll even create a working outline for a business and marketing plan based on your needs and your market’s facts. OREC approved: 3 hours elective CE credit. To register online: log on to tulsarealtors.com and click the red Education bar on the main Member Services page, then click Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details and Registration Form
“It’s easy to make a buck. It’s a lot tougher to make a difference.”  - Tom Brokaw
Your participation in a 2011 GTAR or NORES committee will help make a difference in the Association. Volunteering can help you better understand motivations and deal with difficult situations, as well as increase your knowledge about association and real estate issues. Volunteering also offers you a chance to develop lasting personal and professional relationships. For a list of all committees, requirements, and a fill-in volunteer form, Click Here. (If you are currently serving on a committee and would like to continue serving, you still need to submit the volunteer form!) Deadline to submit volunteer forms is November 12!

Keybox Reminder: Fall Back is Around the Corner
We return to Central Standard Time at 2:00 a.m. November 7, which means access for keyboxes will be 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (not 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.).
4th Quarter NORES Billing
If you have not paid your fourth quarter NORES invoice, you have now incurred an additional $20 late fee. Payment of the original NORES invoice(s) plus the $20 late fee must be received before November 1, 2010 or your NORES (MLS, Key, CIE) services will be suspended and an additional $30 reinstatement will be added. Invoices were posted online October 1 at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the yellow View/Pay Bill button, then click NORES Accounts Receivable.

2010 GTAR Annual Dues
GTAR Annual Dues notices for the year 2011 were emailed to all members on October 1, 2010. GTAR Dues invoice includes local, state, and national dues for the entire year of 2011. Invoices were posted online October 1 at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the yellow View/Pay Bill button, then click GTAR Accounts Receivable.

Membership 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.
REALTOR®
Robert J. Abbott, d/b/a OneProp (Second Publication)
MLS Only
Randy Hayes, d/b/a Hayes Realty Group (First Publication)
Amendment to Landlord and Tenant Act goes into effect November 1, 2010
41 O.S. 2001, Section 118 C.
Prior to the commencement of a rental agreement, if a landlord knows or has reason to know that the dwelling unit or any part of the premises was used in the manufacture of methamphetamine, the landlord shall disclose this information to a prospective tenant. Provided however, if the landlord has had the level of contamination assessed within the dwelling unit or pertinent part of the premises, and it has been determined that the level of contamination does not exceed one-tenth of one microgram (0.1 mcg) per one hundred square centimeters (100 cm2) of surface materials within the dwelling unit or pertinent part of the premises, no disclosure shall be required.


Monday, October 18, 2010

Weekly Facts Blog – October 18, 2010

TOMORROW!
Tuesday, October 19
Tired of the Same Old Fair Housing Class?
Then you won't want to miss GTAR's NEW Fair Housing: Cultural Diversity course from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Learn about the cultures that make up our local market—their values, customs, real estate needs, and expectations of real estate professionals. A panel of international guest speakers will represent the following cultures: Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian, Muslim, and Hispanic. The purpose of this new course is to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry to agents, and provide practical skills and tools to increase agents’ effectiveness in servicing all social groups. The course will address issues of diversity, fair housing, and cultural differences. OREC approved for 3 hours required FHR CE credit. Course Details and registration online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. (This is GTAR’s last Fair Housing class for the year.)
THIS WEEK!
Thursday, October 21
Survive and Thrive in a Tough Economy
Attend Real Estate Marketing: What Works, What Doesn’t and Why, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Dennis Creps, sponsored by the Tulsa World—10 registrants will win free advertising! OREC approved for 3 hours elective CE credit. Course Details and registration online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes.

Other CE Courses in October
Register online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. All classes are in the GTAR Training Center.
OK Broker Relationships w/Parties to a Transaction: Monday, October 25 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (BRA) (Last offering at GTAR for 2010)
Home Inspection and the Law: Wednesday, October 27, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (HOT) Course Details
Upcoming Computer Classes at GTARPre-registration is required; space is limited to 14 per class. For more information or to enroll, log on to tulsarealtors.com and click the red Education bar on the main Member Services page, then click Register for Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.
Doc Manager Class: Wednesday, Oct 27, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, October 27
GTAR YPN Chapter Start-Up
Young professionals are the future of the real estate business. But in a field where the average age is 52, younger real estate practitioners often struggle for a way to connect with each other and tap into valuable resources that will help them succeed in business. The Young Professionals Network (YPN) is a member-driven organization that helps young real estate professionals excel in their careers by giving them the tools and encouragement to become involved. If you're as excited as we are about helping start this group, take the first step and attend our initial Kick-off meeting October 27 at 3:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center. There is no cost to attend but an RSVP would be appreciated—email education@tulsarealtors.com or call 663-7500.

Thursday, October 28
RCA Insight Social
GTAR’s REALTORS® Commercial Alliance (RCA) presents One Place Center Development with speakers Hank Pelligrini and Bob Eggleston, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Ti Amo’s (219 S. Cheyenne Ave.). Join your commercial real estate peers at our popular quarterly networking event. Come see the latest development planned for Tulsa. Hear the developers speak about their One Place Center Development of mixed use that includes a 15-story, $350K office building, hotel, and retail center at 2nd and Denver across from the BOK Center. Appetizers, a drink ticket and a cash beer/wine bar provided courtesy of RECCO Enterprises. For more details and to RSVP, visit TulsaCommercialRealtors.com; admission is free with your RSVP.

Take Advantage of Early-bird Registration!
Nationally acclaimed instructor Chandra Hall will be at GTAR for the first time ever Wednesday, November 10, to teach two great new courses: Cracking the Credit Code: the Key to Buyer Recovery (OREC approved: 3 hours required HOT CE credit) and Systems Keep You Sane, Planning Moves You Forward (OREC approved: 3 hours elective CE credit). Early-bird registration price for each course is $25 through November 1—after that time the cost will be $45. For details and online registration, log on to tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes.
“Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless.” - Sherry Anderson
Your participation in a 2011 GTAR or NORES committee will help make a difference in the Association. Volunteering can help you better understand motivations and deal with difficult situations, as well as increase your knowledge about association and real estate issues. Volunteering also offers you a chance to develop lasting personal and professional relationships. For a list of all committees, requirements, and a fill-in volunteer form, Click Here. (If you are currently serving on a committee and would like to continue serving, you still need to submit the volunteer form!) Deadline to submit volunteer forms is November 12!

Keybox Reminder: Fall Back is Around the Corner
We return to Central Standard Time at 2:00 a.m. November 7, which means access for keyboxes will be 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (not 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.).
4th Quarter NORES Billing
If you have not paid your fourth quarter NORES invoice, you have now incurred an additional $20 late fee. Payment of the original NORES invoice(s) plus the $20 late fee must be received before November 1, 2010 or your NORES (MLS, Key, CIE) services will be suspended and an additional $30 reinstatement will be added. Invoices were posted online October 1 at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the yellow View/Pay Bill button, then click NORES Accounts Receivable.

2010 GTAR Annual Dues
GTAR Annual Dues notices for the year 2011 were emailed to all members on October 1, 2010. GTAR Dues invoice includes local, state, and national dues for the entire year of 2011. Invoices were posted online October 1 at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the yellow View/Pay Bill button, then click GTAR Accounts Receivable.

Membership ApplicationsComments on the following REALTOR® applicants should be submitted by REALTOR® members to the Membership Committee, c/o GTAR, PO Box 470603, Tulsa, OK 74147.
REALTOR®
Robert J. Abbott, d/b/a OneProp (First Publication)

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Weekly Facts - October 11, 2010

THIS WEEK!
October 13 & 14
OAR Education Conference and Trade Show
Two days of education and other special events will be held by OAR at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel. Commercial Day is Wednesday, October 13, and a CRS one-day course is being offered. October 14, you won’t want to miss Jan Hargrave. For registration information and a detailed schedule of education/events, go to http://www.oarconference.com/.

Tuesday, October 19
Learn about the cultures that make up our local market
In GTAR’s new course Fair Housing: Cultural Diversity, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center. A panel of international guest speakers will represent the following cultures: Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian, Muslim, and Hispanic. OREC approved for 3 hours required FHR CE credit. Course Details and registration online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes.

Thursday, October 21
Survive and Thrive in a Tough Economy
Attend Real Estate Marketing: What Works, What Doesn’t and Why, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Dennis Creps, sponsored by the Tulsa World—10 registrants will win free advertising! OREC approved for 3 hours elective CE credit. Course Details and registration online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes.

Other CE Courses in October
Register online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. All classes are in the GTAR Training Center.
OK Broker Relationships w/Parties to a Transaction
Monday, October 25 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (BRA)
(Last offering at GTAR for 2010)
Home Inspection and the Law
Wednesday, October 27, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (HOT)

Latest Home Sales Statistics
GTAR’s Home Sales Statistics for August 2010 are now available: Click Here

2010 GTAR Annual Dues and 4th Quarter NORES Billing
GTAR Annual Dues notice for the year 2011 and NORES 4th Quarter Billing notice were emailed to all members on October 1, 2010. GTAR Dues invoice includes local, state, and national dues for the entire year of 2011. 4th Quarter NORES Billing invoice includes fees for the months of October, November, and December. Invoices were posted online October 1 at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the yellow View/Pay Bill button, then click GTAR Accounts Receivables (for GTAR Dues) or NORES Accounts Receivables (for NORES payments).

Wednesday, November 10
First Time in Tulsa!
Nationally acclaimed instructor Chandra Hall will be at GTAR to teach two great new courses: Cracking the Credit Code: the Key to Buyer Recovery(OREC approved: 3 hours required HOT CE credit) and Systems Keep You Sane, Planning Moves You Forward(OREC approved: 3 hours elective CE credit). Don’t wait to register! Early-bird registration cost for each course will be $25 through November 1—after that time the cost will be $45. For details and online registration, log on to tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes.

Weekly Facts Blog – October 11, 2010

THIS WEEK!

October 13 & 14

OAR Education Conference and Trade Show

Two days of education and other special events will be held by OAR at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel. Commercial Day is Wednesday, October 13, and a CRS one-day course is being offered. October 14, you won’t want to miss Jan Hargrave. For registration information and a detailed schedule of education/events, go to http://www.oarconference.com/.


Tuesday, October 19

Learn about the cultures that make up our local market

In GTAR’s new course Fair Housing: Cultural Diversity, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center. A panel of international guest speakers will represent the following cultures: Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian, Muslim, and Hispanic. OREC approved for 3 hours required FHR CE credit. Course Details and registration online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes.


Thursday, October 21

Survive and Thrive in a Tough Economy

Attend Real Estate Marketing: What Works, What Doesn’t and Why, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center with Dennis Creps, sponsored by the Tulsa World—10 registrants will win free advertising! OREC approved for 3 hours elective CE credit. Course Details and registration online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes.

Other CE Courses in October

Register online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. All classes are in the GTAR Training Center.
 Monday, October 25 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (BRA) (Last offering at GTAR for 2010)


Home Inspection and the Law
Wednesday, October 27, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (HOT)
Course Details


Latest Home Sales Statistics
GTAR’s Home Sales Statistics for August 2010 are now available: Click Here

2010 GTAR Annual Dues and 4th Quarter NORES Billing

GTAR Annual Dues notice for the year 2011 and NORES 4th Quarter Billing notice were emailed to all members on October 1, 2010. GTAR Dues invoice includes local, state, and national dues for the entire year of 2011. 4th Quarter NORES Billing invoice includes fees for the months of October, November, and December. Invoices were posted online October 1 at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the yellow View/Pay Bill button, then click GTAR Accounts Receivables (for GTAR Dues) or NORES Accounts Receivables (for NORES payments).

Wednesday, November 10

First Time in Tulsa!

Nationally acclaimed instructor Chandra Hall will be at GTAR to teach two great new courses: Cracking the Credit Code: the Key to Buyer Recovery(OREC approved: 3 hours required HOT CE credit) and Systems Keep You Sane, Planning Moves You Forward(OREC approved: 3 hours elective CE credit). Don’t wait to register! Early-bird registration cost for each course will be $25 through November 1—after that time the cost will be $45. For details and online registration, log on to tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes.







OK Broker Relationships w/Parties to a Transaction

Monday, October 4, 2010

Weekly Facts Blog – October 4, 2010


Latest Home Sales Statistics Now Available
GTAR’s Home Sales Statistics for August 2010 are now available: Click Here to View 

THIS WEEK!
Wednesday, October 6
GTAR and NORES Annual Meeting
3:00 p.m. in the GTAR Training Center: GTAR and NORES *voting members: This is your opportunity to select the 2011-2012 GTAR and NORES Board of Directors, as well as vote on proposed bylaw changes, and hear about what happened at the Association over the last year. The slate of nominees is in the September  GTAR World NewsletterAbsentee Ballots: Any voting member who is unable to attend the annual meeting may, upon written request to the CEO, obtain an absentee ballot at the GTAR office which, to be counted, must be submitted to the CEO prior to the close of business Tuesday, October 5, 2010. (*GTAR voting members are individuals who hold REALTOR membership. Individuals who hold REALTOR-ASSOCIATE membership are not voting members. There is no restriction on the number of voting members allowed. NORES voting members are individuals designated by the NORES Participant. Only two individuals are allowed to vote per NORES service—MLS, CIE.)
THIS WEEK!
Thursday, October 7
EDUTAINMENT Day!
Don’t miss this popular workshop full of great information offered to you at NO COST! Special guest, OREC Senior Investigator Sherry Kueffler will present How NOT to Lose Your License; Ed Sharrer and Amanda DeCort with the Tulsa Preservation Commission will discuss Historic Preservation—specifically, styles of homes; Mike Cotrill with GTAR/NORES will tell you about exciting new changes coming in his MLS update; and Certified Public Accountant, Bill Zumwalt will be on hand for Ask the Taxman. Breakfast and drawings for great prizes will be provided courtesy of GTAR’s Affiliate members. This workshop is FREE to attend, but pre-registration is appreciated: log on to tulsarealtors.com; on the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. For more details on EDUTAINMENT Day: Click Here
Last Chance to Give Your Fair Share for 2010! Have you given your RPAC fair share of $15, if not give today.  
To contribute: using a personal credit card, go online to OAR www.oklahomarealtors.com or GTAR www.tulsarealtors.com (click on Financial Services, then click on Contributions.)

2010 GTAR Annual Dues and 4th Quarter NORES Billing
GTAR Annual Dues notice for the year 2011 and NORES 4th Quarter Billing notice were emailed to all members on October 1, 2010. GTAR Dues invoice includes local, state, and national dues for the entire year of 2011. 4th Quarter NORES Billing invoice includes fees for the months of October, November, and December. Invoices were posted online October 1 at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the yellow View/Pay Bill button, then click GTAR Accounts Receivables (for GTAR Dues) or NORES Accounts Receivables (for NORES payments).

October 13 & 14
OAR Education Conference and Trade Show
Two days of education and other special events will be held by OAR at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel: Wednesday, October 13 is Commercial Day, and a CRS one-day course is being offered. On October 14, you won’t want to miss Jan Hargrave. For registration information and a detailed schedule of education/events, go to www.OARConference.com.  
Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required; space is limited to 14 per class. For more information or to enroll, log on to tulsarealtors.com and click the red Education bar on the main Member Services page, then click Register for Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.
Doc Manager: Wednesday, October 6, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
October CE Courses
Register online at tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. All classes are in the GTAR Training Center.
NEW! Fair Housing and Cultural Diversity
Tuesday, October 19, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (FHR) Course Details
Real Estate Marketing: What Works, What Doesn’t and Why:  
Thursday, October 21, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Elec.) Course Details 
OK Broker Relationships
Monday, October 25 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (BRA)
(Last offering at GTAR for 2010)
Home Inspection and the Law
Wednesday, October 27, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (HOT) Course Details
First Time in Tulsa!
Wednesday, November 10
Nationally acclaimed instructor Chandra Hall will be at GTAR to teach two great new courses: Cracking the Credit Code: the Key to Buyer Recovery and Systems Keep You Sane, Planning Moves You Forward. Don’t wait to register! Early-bird registration cost for each course will be $25 through November 1—after that time the cost will be $45. For details and online registration, log on to tulsarealtors.com; from the main Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. Both courses were just approved for CE credit by OREC: Cracking Credit Code for 3 hours required HOT and Systems for 3 hours elective.
REMINDER: Be Careful Out There!
Ohio realty agents wary after 2 killings, robbery: This was the headline in Cleveland, Ohio just a couple of weeks ago. For full story Click Here.  Always put your safety first! NAR has some excellent safety information on their website: Click Here 

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