Weekly Facts Blog – June 28, 2010

Reminder: The GTAR/NORES office will be closed Monday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day. We hope you have a happy and safe 4th of July weekend!

New Square Footage Form Now Available
The GTAR Boards of Directors approved a Square Footage Waiver and Release form. The use of this form is recommended to Brokers with residential sales of homes, sales of vacant lots/land, and leasing. The form is available online under Forms and Contracts. Click Here to View Form


We Need Your Input! State Reps and Senate Races
OAR is looking for input from our local board for when the OAR RPAC Trustees consider State Representative and State Senate races which will be decided in the primary. Following are the candidates: State Representative Races: District 73 - Tulsa (Jabar Shumate* and Kevin Matthews); District 74 – Owasso (David Derby* and Joe Kelley); District 76 – Broker Arrow (David Brumbaugh and Tony Curtis Griffith); District 86 – Stilwell (John Auffett*, Jeff Collyge, and Will Fourkiller). State Senate Races: Disctict 34 – Owasso (Rick Brinkley and Tim Coager). If you know one of the candidates, please tell us what you think! The OAR RPAC Trustees have the ultimate approval in all contributions for State Senator and State Representative races. Information of special interest is if a REALTOR® member is running for office. If you have any input, please email jbays@tulsarealtor.com.

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

Publisher: Monday, June 28, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, June 29, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Realist: Wednesday, June 30, 1:00-4:00 p.m.

July CE Classes at GTAR
For more information on the following CE classes, and to register: log on to tulsarealtors.com, from the Main Menu click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. All classes will be in the GTAR Training. OREC required FHR and BRA classes are held quarterly at GTAR; PSC is held every other month; and HOT courses are offered at least once a quarter.

REALTOR® Ethics: Thursday, July 15, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (required PSC CE) – No Cost!
Fair Housing and Ethical Practices: Tuesday, July 20, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (required FHR CE)
OK Broker Relationships: Monday, July 26, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (required BRA CE)


July 28 and 29
Broker in Charge Course
Attention ALL Real Estate BROKERS: Your OREC Continuing Education Requirements are changing! If your license type is a Broker Manager (BM), Proprietor Broker (BP), or Branch Broker (BB) (even if only for ONE day during that license term) AND your real estate license expires on or after June 30, 2012, then you are required to complete an approved 15-hour Broker in Charge (BIC) class PLUS an additional 6 hours of required subject matter in at least two core courses (BRA, PSC, FHR or HOT) prior to your license renewal. GTAR’s first offering of the Broker in Charge course is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, July 28 and 29, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in GTAR’s North Conference Room. Cost is $90. Class size is limited to 15. For more information and to register, log on to tulsarealtors.com; from the Main Menu click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details


Did You Know OREC Approved CE Courses are Available 365 Days a Year—Day or Night?
Through GTAR’s partnership with McKISSOCK, a wide range of OREC approved continuing education courses for real estate associates and brokers, as well as real estate appraisers, are available online to take at your convenience. A 21-hour package deal is available for only $78—that’s less than $5 per hour to fulfill OREC’s CE requirements. Click on the following link to take a look at all the courses available to you: GTAR Online Education

Attention iPhone Fans
You asked for it and it is on the way! For all of you that use the Supra eKey, you will soon be able to use your iPhone to access the key boxes. Supra has announced it is expected to be available for some markets beginning sometime in August and for the Tulsa market as soon as the end of the year! Click on the following link to read more and see a picture of it: Supra eKey and iPhone



LeadershipOAR Now Accepting Applications for 2011 Class
LeadershipOAR is a training program which combines individual study, group sessions, group projects, and classroom instruction to sharpen leadership skills. Participants are selected annually and class is limited to 14 participants. For additional information and the application go to http://www.leadershipoar.com/.



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.

REALTORS®:
Patsy Rhodes, associated with Nationwide Realty (First Publication)
Donald R. Jones, d/b/a Donald R. Jones (Second Publication)
L. Leon Remy, d/b/a Signature Real Estate, LLC (Second Publication)
Michael L. Sweat, d/b/a Altisource Homes (Second Publication)
Robert L. Todd, Todd Appraisal (Second Publication)
Eli Vardi, d/b/a ProVista Properties (Second Publication)

MLS Participation:
Leigh Wendlandt, d/b/a Red Hot Realty (First Publication)

Firm Affiliate:
Liberty Mutual Insurance, Designated Individual Kristi Enthofen (Second Publication)

Weekly Facts Blog – June 21, 2010

Attention iPhone Fans
You asked for it and it is on the way! For all of you that use the Supra eKey, you will soon be able to use your iPhone to access the key boxes. Supra has announced it is expected to be available for some markets beginning sometime in August and for the Tulsa market as soon as the end of the year! Click on the following link to read more and see a picture of it: Supra eKey and iPhone

THIS WEEK!
HBA 2010 Greater Tulsa Parade of Homes Extend Hour Tours
Forest Ridge in Broken Arrow, price range of homes: $190,000 – $399,000, Twilight Tour, Tuesday, June 22, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.; Stone Canyon in Owasso, price range of homes: $379,000 – $620,000, Twilight Tour, Thursday, June 24, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.; Berwick on Cedar Ridge in Broken Arrow, price range of homes: $550,000 – $1.3 Million, Early Bird Tour, Saturday, June 26, from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For full details on HBA’s Parade of Homes, go to http://www.tulsahba.com/  

THIS WEEK!
Wednesday, June 23
When the market throws you a curve ball, will you be prepared to come back swinging?NAR’s updated and enhanced online e-PRO® Certification Program can help you overcome your technology uncertainties by providing the tools you need to thrive in today’s ever-changing online real estate market. Join Floyd Arnold at GTAR, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. for a fun and informative e-PRO Technology Tips Workshop, and learn about NAR’s fastest growing online Technology Certification course, e-PRO. There is no cost to attend this workshop but registration is needed. To register, call toll free 1-866-377-6627 or visit http://eproworkshop.internetcrusade.com/. For detailed information on this workshop: Click Here. For a lot of beneficial information about e-PRO (videos, a slideshow, FAQ's and more!) visit the following website: http://eproinfo.epronar.com/.

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

Publisher: Monday, June 28, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, June 29, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Realist: Wednesday, June 30, 1:00-4:00 p.m.

July CE Classes at GTAR
For more information on the following CE classes, and to register: log on to tulsarealtors.com, from the Main Menu click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. All classes will be in the GTAR Training. OREC required FHR and BRA classes are held quarterly at GTAR; PSC is held every other month; and HOT courses are offered at least once a quarter.

REALTOR® Ethics: Thursday, July 15, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (required PSC CE) – No Cost!
Fair Housing and Ethical Practices: Tuesday, July 20, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (required FHR CE)
OK Broker Relationships: Monday, July 26, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (required BRA CE)

July 28 and 29
Broker in Charge Course
Attention ALL Real Estate BROKERS: Your OREC Continuing Education Requirements are changing! If your license type is a Broker Manager (BM), Proprietor Broker (BP), or Branch Broker (BB) (even if only for ONE day during that license term) AND your real estate license expires on or after June 30, 2012, then you are required to complete an approved 15-hour Broker in Charge (BIC) class PLUS an additional 6 hours of required subject matter in at least two core courses (BRA, PSC, FHR or HOT) prior to your license renewal. GTAR’s first offering of the Broker in Charge course is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, July 28 and 29, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in GTAR’s North Conference Room. Cost is $90. Class size is limited to 15. For more information and to register, log on to tulsarealtors.com; from the Main Menu click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details

Did You Know OREC Approved CE Courses are Available 365 Days a Year—Day or Night?
Through GTAR’s partnership with McKISSOCK, a wide range of OREC approved continuing education courses for real estate associates and brokers, as well as real estate appraisers, are available online to take at your convenience. A 21-hour package deal is available for only $78—that’s less than $5 per hour to fulfill OREC’s CE requirements. Click on the following link to take a look at all the courses available to you: GTAR Online Education GTAR Online Education

LeadershipOAR Now Accepting Applications for 2011 Class
LeadershipOAR is a training program which combines individual study, group sessions, group projects, and classroom instruction to sharpen leadership skills. Participants are selected annually and class is limited to 14 participants. For additional information and the application go to http://www.leadershipoar.com/.

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.

REALTORS®:
Donald R. Jones, d/b/a Donald R. Jones (First Publication)
L. Leon Remy, d/b/a Signature Real Estate, LLC (First Publication)Michael L. Sweat, d/b/a Altisource Homes (First Publication)Robert L. Todd, Todd Appraisal (First Publication)Eli Vardi, d/b/a ProVista Properties (First Publication)

Firm Affiliate:
Liberty Mutual Insurance, Designated Individual Kristi Enthofen (First Publication)

Weekly Facts Blog – June 14, 2010

Wednesday, June 23
When the market throws you a curve ball, will you be prepared to come back swinging?
NAR’s updated and enhanced online e-PRO® Certification Program can help you overcome your technology uncertainties by providing the tools you need to thrive in today’s ever-changing online real estate market. Join Floyd Arnold at GTAR, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. for a fun and informative e-PRO Technology Tips Workshop, and learn about NAR’s fastest growing online Technology Certification course, e-PRO. To register, call toll free 1-866-377-6627 or visit http://eproworkshop.internetcrusade.com/. For detailed information on this workshop: Click Here  For a lot of beneficial information about e-PRO (videos, a slideshow, FAQ's and more!) visit the following website: http://eproinfo.epronar.com/.

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

MarketLinx 1: Thursday, June 17, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Computer Basics: Monday, June 21, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Publisher: Monday, June 28, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, June 29, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Realist: Wednesday, June 30, 1:00-4:00 p.m.

July CE Classes at GTAR
For more information on the following CE classes, and to register: log on to tulsarealtors.com, from the Main Menu click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. All classes will be in the GTAR Training.

REALTOR® Ethics: Thursday, July 15, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (required PSC CE)
Fair Housing and Ethical Practices: Tuesday, July 20, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (required FHR CE)
OK Broker Relationships: Monday, July 26, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (required BRA CE)

Attention ALL Real Estate BROKERS:
Your OREC Continuing Education Requirements are changing! If your license type is a Broker Manager (BM), Proprietor Broker (BP), or Branch Broker (BB) (even if only for ONE day during that license term) AND your real estate license expires on or after June 30, 2012, then you are required to complete an approved 15-hour Broker in Charge (BIC) course PLUS an additional 6 hours of required subject matter in at least two core courses (BRA, PSC, FHR or HOT) prior to your license renewal. GTAR’s first offering of the Broker in Charge course is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, July 28 and 29, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in GTAR’s North Conference Room. Cost is $90. Class size is limited to 15. For more information and to register, log on to tulsarealtors.com; from the Main Menu click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details

CE Classes Available Online
GTAR, in partnership with McKISSOCK, offers a wide range of Oklahoma-approved continuing education courses for real estate associates and brokers, as well as real estate appraisers online. Take CE classes on your schedule, 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. Click on the following link to check out McKissock: GTAR Online Education

2010 OAR REALTOR® of the Year Nominations
OAR is seeking nominations for the 2010 OAR REALTOR® of the Year award. The winner will be announced and recognized by his/her peers at the REALTOR® Celebration, Thursday, October 14 at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center. If you would like to nominate a REALTOR® member deserving of such a special honor, please contact Janie Bays, jbays@tulsarealtors.com or call 663-7500 for further information.

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.

Firm Affiliate:
Metro Appliances and More, Designated Individual Linda Johnson (Second Publication)

Weekly Facts Blog – June 7, 2010

THIS WEEK!
Tuesday, June 8
2010 Parade of Homes Kick-Off Party
Presented by HBA of Greater Tulsa, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at HBA (11545 E. 43rd St.); RSVP to 663-5820. This year’s Greater Tulsa Parade of Homes “Kick-off Event” could have you seeing green. This will be your chance to get a sneak peek of the homes in the Parade, cities, and price ranges. “Cash” will also been given away to several lucky REALTORS® and Builders—this is a party you will not want to miss! Click Here to View Invitation

THIS WEEK!
Thursday, June 10
Home Inspection and the Law
Encore Presentation: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. with Dan LaBrake. Dan will be including a brief update on the new EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule and what it means to REALTORS®. OREC approved for 4 hours required HOT CE credit. For more information and online registration, log on to tulsarealtors.com: on the main Member Services page, click on the red Education button, then click Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details  

CE Classes Available Online
GTAR, in partnership with McKISSOCK, offers a wide range of Oklahoma-approved continuing education courses for real estate associates and brokers, as well as real estate appraisers online. Take CE classes on your schedule, 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. Click on the following link to check out McKissock:  GTAR Online Education

Wednesday, June 23e-PRO Workshop
Join Floyd Arnold at GTAR, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., for this fun and informative Technology Tips workshop, and learn about NAR’s fastest growing online Technology Certification course, e-PRO. To register, call toll free 1-866-377-6627 or visit http://eproworkshop.internetcrusade.com/. For detailed information on this workshop: 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 red Education bar on the main page. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.

MarketLinx 1: Thursday, June 17, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Computer Basics: Monday, June 21, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, June 29, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.


2010 OAR REALTOR® of the Year Nominations
OAR is seeking nominations for the 2010 OAR REALTOR® of the Year award. The winner will be announced and recognized by his/her peers at the REALTOR® Celebration, Thursday, October 14 at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center. If you would like to nominate a REALTOR® member deserving of such a special honor, please contact Janie Bays, jbays@tulsarealtors.com or call 663-7500 for further information.

REALTOR® 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.

Firm Affiliate:
Metro Appliances and More, Designated Individual Linda Johnson (First Publication)

Weekly Facts Blog – May 31, 2010

Tuesday, June 8
2010 Parade of Homes Kick-Off Party
Hosted by HBA of Greater Tulsa, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at HBA (11545 E. 43rd St.); RSVP to 663-5820. This year’s Greater Tulsa Parade of Homes “Kick-off Event” could have you seeing green. This will be your chance to get a sneak peek of the homes in the Parade, cities, and price ranges. “Cash” will also been given away to several lucky REALTORS® and Builders—this is a party you will not want to miss! Click Here for Invitation (This is not a GTAR event.)

Thursday, June 10
Home Inspection and the Law
Encore Presentation: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. with Dan LaBrake. Dan will be including a brief update on the new EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule and what it means to REALTORS®. OREC approved for 4 hours required HOT CE credit. For more information and online registration log on to tulsarealtors.com: on the main Member Services page, click on the red Education button, then click Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details

CE Classes Available Online
GTAR, in partnership with McKISSOCK, offers a wide range of Oklahoma-approved continuing education courses for real estate associates and brokers, as well as real estate appraisers online. Take CE classes on your schedule, 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. Click on the following link to check it out: GTAR Online Education

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

MarketLinx 1: Thursday, June 17, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Computer Basics: Monday, June 21, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, June 29, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

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

Wednesday, June 23
e-PRO Workshop
Join Floyd Arnold at GTAR, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., for this fun and informative Technology Tips workshop, and learn about NAR’s fastest growing online Technology Certification course, e-PRO. To register, call toll free 1-866-377-6627 or visit http://eproworkshop.internetcrusade.com/.  For detailed information on this workshop: Click Here

Oklahoma Homebuyer Expo
As part of National Homeownership Month, the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency will host the 2010 Oklahoma Homebuyer Expo, a free event open to the public, Saturday, June 5 at the John Q. Hammons Arena at the UMAC (6836 S. Mingo) in Tulsa. Expo hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Oklahoma Homebuyer Expo will match prospective homebuyers with information and resources by giving attendees access to local, state and federal housing programs, and free credit counseling. Lenders, builders, REALTORS®, home inspectors, and others will also be on hand to share their expertise, products and services. For more information about the Expo and to find out how you can be an exhibitor or sponsor, call (405) 419-8222, email communications@ohfa.org, visit http://www.ohfa.org/ or Click Here (This is not a GTAR event.)

2010 OAR REALTOR® of the Year Nominations
OAR is seeking nominations for the 2010 OAR REALTOR® of the Year award. The winner will be announced and recognized by his/her peers at the REALTOR® Celebration, Thursday, October 14 at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center. If you would like to nominate a REALTOR® member deserving of such a special honor, please contact Janie Bays, jbays@tulsarealtors.com or call 663-7500 for further information.

REALTOR® 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.

Firm Affiliate:
Publishing Resources, Inc., Designated Individual Frank Sawyer (Second Publication)