Monday, January 31, 2011

GTAR Weekly Facts – January 31, 2011


TODAY—LAST Chance for Tickets!
2011 GTAR/NORES Installation & Awards Banquet
Monday, January 31 is the last day to purchase tickets—absolutely no reservations will be accepted after today! Banquet is this Friday, February 4 at the DoubleTree Hotel Tulsa-Downtown; cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m.; entertainment by Dave and the Wavetones. Cost is $60. For more information and to make reservations online with a credit card, log on to www.tulsarealtors.com; under the Member Resources tab, click GTAR Events, then 2011 Presidents’ Banquet. You can also print a Reservation Form and fax to 918-663-8815, or call 918-663-7500.
RESCHEDULED!
REO Specialist Certification
Due to the predicted severity of a major winter storm event Tuesday, followed by frigid temps, the instructor and GTAR have decided it’s in the best interest of everyone to reschedule Wednesday’s REO class; the new date is Wednesday, February 16. If you were registered for this class, an email with further information will be sent today.

RESCHEDULED
HAFA Short Sales Course
Due to the predicted severity of a major winter storm event Tuesday, followed by frigid temps, the instructor and GTAR have decided it’s in the best interest of everyone to reschedule Thursday’s HAFA class; the new date is Thursday, February 17. If you were registered for this class, an email with further information will be sent today.
Important Notice Regarding Listing Updates on Yahoo.com 
It has come to our attention that a recent agreement has been signed between zillow.com and yahoo.com, in which zillow.com will fully power the real estate search on yahoo.com; this is expected to become effective sometime in the first week of February.  Effective immediately, yahoo.com will not be updating or accepting new listings until this transition is complete. We expect this to generate an increase of inquiries regarding old or stale data on yahoo.com from your clients. Please understand that there is nothing anyone can do at this time to correct these issues. Zillow and Yahoo expect all data issues to be resolved by the time of the cutover—tentatively planned for February 4, 2011.
Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required; space is limited to 14 per class. For more information and online registration: log on to tulsarealtors.com: on the Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then Register for Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.
MarketLinx 1: Wednesday, February 9, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, February 15, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 3 (Prospect Gateway): Thursday, February 17, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Doc Manager: Thursday, February 17, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
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®:
Timothy P. Keim, Buyers Advantage Realty Oklahoma (First Publication)
Audra Brown, Audra Brown Appraisals (Second Publication)
Firm Affiliate:
Main Street Title Company, Designated Individual Carla Miller (Second Publication)
CIE Waiver Request:
Ryan Lane, associated with Wolf Group Properties (First Publication)

REMINDER: GTAR/NORES Winter Weather Policy
We are in that time of year when the weather does not always work in our favor; therefore, GTAR/NORES has established the following inclement weather policy for all education classes at GTAR (CE, Computer, New Member Orientation, etc.): If Tulsa Public Schools are closed the day of a scheduled class due to hazardous driving conditions, the GTAR/NORES class is canceled. Depending on the type of class being canceled, the class will either be rescheduled for a future date or a full refund will be issued. In addition, for those of you who live outside the Tulsa area, if schools in your area are closed the day of class or you are uncomfortable making the drive, you can still receive a refund, but you MUST call or email us that day (day of the class). You cannot just be a “no show” and expect a refund. Please be sure to check one of the local news channels the night before and/or morning of a scheduled class for school closings.

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Monday, January 24, 2011

GTAR Weekly Facts – January 24, 2011


TODAY—LAST Day to Make Reservations!
Annual RCA Celebration
Reservations must be received by 5:00 p.m. TODAY, Monday, January 24—no exceptions! RCA Celebration is this Friday, January 28 at the Tulsa Historical Society’s Travis Mansion; cocktails start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m.; cost is $50 per person. To make reservations online with a credit card, log on to www.tulsarealtors.com; under the Member Resources tab, click GTAR Events, then RCA Celebration. You can also print a Reservation Form and fax to 918-663-8815, or call 918-663-7500.
TODAY—LAST Chance for $50 Tickets!
2011 GTAR/NORES Installation & Awards Banquet
Monday, January 24 is the last day to purchase tickets for $50 each—starting tomorrow tickets will cost $60. (Absolutely no reservations will be accepted after January 31) This year’s banquet theme is Don’t Stop Believin’; the banquet will be at the DoubleTree Hotel Tulsa-Downtown; cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m.; entertainment by Dave and the Wavetones. For more information and to make reservations online with a credit card, log on to www.tulsarealtors.com; under the Member Resources tab, click GTAR Events, then 2011 Presidents’ Banquet. You can also print a Reservation Form and fax to 918-663-8815 or mail it with a check.
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING LISTING UPDATES ON YAHOO.COM 
It has come to our attention that a recent agreement has been signed between zillow.com and yahoo.com, in which zillow.com will fully power the real estate search on yahoo.com; this is expected to become effective sometime in the first week of February.  Effective immediately, yahoo.com will not be updating or accepting new listings until this transition is complete. We expect this to generate an increase of inquiries regarding old or stale data on yahoo.com from your clients. Please understand that there is nothing anyone can do at this time to correct these issues. Zillow and Yahoo expect all data issues to be resolved by the time of the cutover—tentatively planned for February 4, 2011.
2010 December Home Sales Stats Now Available 
Click Here:  We have also compiled a few graphs showing how our market has performed over time; these include year-end figures for the total number of listings taken, number of closings, and average and median sales prices from 1994-2010. The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) will begin releasing monthly home sales statistics around the 15th of each month. GTAR will also begin reporting monthly home sales statistics as close to the 15th as possible to mirror the new NAR schedule. In order to provide timely and accurate data, it is extremely important that you update closing and pending information in the MLS system as soon as possible. A link to GTAR’s latest home sales statistics will be included in the GTAR Weekly Facts and posted on the MarketLinx Desktop page as soon as data is available. The statistics will continue to be released to NAR, as well as local media. 

Wednesday, February 2
REO Specialist Certification
Enhance your real estate business by connecting with banks, lenders, and their third party outsource companies in assisting with their foreclosed properties. Learn the theory and fundamentals required to participate in today's REO industry. More than 35,000 agents nationwide have now attended the REO Specialist Certification course. Cost is now $129. OREC approved: 6 hours required HOT CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com (Member Services, click red Education bar, then Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details

Thursday, February 3
HAFA Short Sales Course
This new course from NAR looks at all three HAFA programs from the U.S. Treasury, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac. Why do REALTORS® need to know about HAFA? The REALTOR® Code of Ethics contains numerous Articles and Standards of Practice that relate to the importance of learning about HAFA. Plus, "it is incumbent upon 'state of the art' real estate professionals to learn about these programs to assist their short sale sellers in reaching their goals." Cost is now $99. OREC approved: 6 hours required HOT CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com (Member Services, click red Education bar, then Register for Classes). Click Here for Course Details
Upcoming CE Classes at GTAR
Don’t wait until the end of your three-year licensing period to start working on your CE hours. As CE classes are scheduled, information and registration will be available on tulsarealtors.com (Member Services, click red Education bar, then Register for Classes). All classes are in the GTAR Training Center unless otherwise indicated.
Working in Historic Neighborhoods: Thursday, February 17, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Elective)
Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required; space is limited to 14 per class. For more information and online registration: log on to tulsarealtors.com: on the Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then Register for Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.
Microsoft Publisher: Tuesday, January 25, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 1: Wednesday, February 9, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Tuesday, February 15, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 3 (Prospect Gateway): Thursday, February 17, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Doc Manager: Thursday, February 17, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
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®:
Audra Brown, Audra Brown Appraisals (First Publication)
Firm Affiliate:
Main Street Title Company, Designated Individual Carla Miller (First Publication)

REMINDER: GTAR/NORES Winter Weather Policy
We are in that time of year when the weather does not always work in our favor; therefore, GTAR/NORES has established the following inclement weather policy for all education classes at GTAR (CE, Computer, New Member Orientation, etc.): If Tulsa Public Schools are closed the day of a scheduled class due to hazardous driving conditions, the GTAR/NORES class is canceled. Depending on the type of class being canceled, the class will either be rescheduled for a future date or a full refund will be issued. In addition, for those of you who live outside the Tulsa area, if schools in your area are closed the day of class or you are uncomfortable making the drive, you can still receive a refund, but you MUST call or email us that day (day of the class). You cannot just be a “no show” and expect a refund. Please be sure to check one of the local news channels the night before and/or morning of a scheduled class for school closings.

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Monday, January 17, 2011

GTAR Weekly Facts – January 17, 2011


2010 December Home Sales Stats Now Available 
Click Here:  We have also compiled a few graphs showing how our market has performed over time; these include year-end figures for the total number of listings taken, number of closings, and average and median sales prices from 1994-2010. The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) will begin releasing monthly home sales statistics around the 15th of each month. GTAR will also begin reporting monthly home sales statistics as close to the 15th as possible to mirror the new NAR schedule. In order to provide timely and accurate data, it is extremely important that you update closing and pending information in the MLS system as soon as possible. A link to GTAR’s latest home sales statistics will be included in the GTAR Weekly Facts and posted on the MarketLinx Desktop page as soon as data is available. The statistics will continue to be released to NAR, as well as local media. 

Register by January 20 to Save $$
REO Specialist Certification
Enhance your real estate business by connecting with banks, lenders, and their third party outsource companies in assisting with their foreclosed properties. Learn the theory and fundamentals required to participate in today's REO industry. More than 35,000 agents nationwide have now attended the REO Specialist Certification course. Cost is only $99 through January 20—after cost will be $129. OREC approved: 6 hours required HOT CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com (Member Services, click red Education bar, then Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details

Register by January 20 to Save $$
HAFA Short Sales Course
This new course from NAR looks at all three HAFA programs from the U.S. Treasury, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac. Why do REALTORS® need to know about HAFA? The REALTOR® Code of Ethics contains numerous Articles and Standards of Practice that relate to the importance of learning about HAFA. Plus, "it is incumbent upon 'state of the art' real estate professionals to learn about these programs to assist their short sale sellers in reaching their goals." Cost is only $69 through January 20—after cost will be $99. OREC approved: 6 hours required HOT CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com (Member Services, click red Education bar, then Register for Classes). Click Here for Course Details
Upcoming CE Classes at GTAR
Don’t wait until the end of your three-year licensing period to start working on your CE hours. As CE classes are scheduled, information and registration will be available on tulsarealtors.com (Member Services, click red Education bar, then Register for Classes). All classes are in the GTAR Training Center unless otherwise indicated.
REALTOR® Ethics: Thursday, January 20, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (PSC)
OK Broker Relationships: Monday, January 24, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (BRA)
Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required; space is limited to 14 per class. For more information and online registration: log on to tulsarealtors.com: on the Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then Register for Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.
MarketLinx 3 (Prospect Gateway): Tuesday, January 18, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Wednesday, January 19, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Microsoft Publisher: Tuesday, January 25, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Friday, January 28
Annual REALTORS® Commercial Alliance Celebration
Tulsa Historical Society’s Travis Mansion; cocktails start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m.; cost is $50 per person. For more information and to make reservations online with a credit card, log on to www.tulsarealtors.com; under the Member Resources tab, click GTAR Events, then RCA Celebration. You can also print a Reservation Form and fax it to 918-663-8815 or mail it with a check. (Reservations must be received by January 25)
Friday, February 4
2011 GTAR/NORES Installation & Awards Banquet
Don’t Stop Believin’: DoubleTree Hotel Tulsa-Downtown; cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m.; entertainment by Dave and the Wavetones. Cost is $50 per person through January 24—$60 per person after. For more information and to make reservations online with a credit card, log on to www.tulsarealtors.com; under the Member Resources tab, click GTAR Events, then 2011 Presidents’ Banquet. You can also print a Reservation Form and fax it to 918-663-8815 or mail it with a check. (Absolutely no reservations will be accepted after January 31)
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®:
Krista Huisenga, d/b/a Big Red Real Estate, LLC (Second Publication)
Firm Affiliate:
Silex Interiors, designated individual Jessica Walker (Second Publication)

GTAR/NORES Winter Weather Policy
We are in that time of year when the weather does not always work in our favor; therefore, GTAR/NORES has established the following inclement weather policy for all education classes at GTAR (CE, Computer, New Member Orientation, etc.): If Tulsa Public Schools are closed the day of a scheduled class due to hazardous driving conditions, the GTAR/NORES class is canceled. Depending on the type of class being canceled, the class will either be rescheduled for a future date or a full refund will be issued. In addition, for those of you who live outside the Tulsa area, if schools in your area are closed the day of class or you are uncomfortable making the drive, you can still receive a refund, but you MUST call or email us that day (day of the class). You cannot just be a “no show” and expect a refund. Please be sure to check one of the local news channels the night before and/or morning of a scheduled class for school closings.

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Monday, January 10, 2011

Weekly Facts Blog – January 10, 2011


Upcoming CE Classes at GTAR
Don’t wait until the end of your three-year licensing period to start working on your CE hours. As CE classes are scheduled, information and registration will be available on tulsarealtors.com; from the Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then Register for Classes. All classes are in the GTAR Training Center unless otherwise indicated.
Fair Housing and Ethical Practices: Thursday, January 13, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
REALTOR® Ethics: Thursday, January 20, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (PSC)
OK Broker Relationships: Monday, January 24, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (BRA)

Upcoming Computer Classes at GTAR
Pre-registration is required; space is limited to 14 per class. For more information and to enroll: log on to tulsarealtors.com, click the red Education bar on the Member Services page, then Register for Classes. All classes are held in the GTAR Computer Lab.
MarketLinx 1: Tuesday, January 11, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 2: Thursday, January 13, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MarketLinx 3 (Prospect Gateway): Tuesday, January 18, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Realist Tax System: Wednesday, January 19, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Microsoft Publisher: Tuesday, January 25, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 2
REO Specialist Certification
Now being offered as a six hour, one-day course—saving you time and money! Enhance your real estate business by connecting with banks, lenders, and their third party outsource companies in assisting with their foreclosed properties. Learn the theory and fundamentals required to participate in today's REO industry. More than 35,000 agents nationwide have now attended the REO Specialist Certification course. Take advantage of early-bird savings: cost is only $99 through January 20—after cost will be $129. OREC approved for six hours HOT CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com; from the Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details

Thursday, February 3
HAFA Short Sales Course
This new six-hour course from NAR looks at all three HAFA programs from the U.S. Treasury, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac. Why do REALTORS® need to know about HAFA? The REALTOR® Code of Ethics contains numerous Articles and Standards of Practice that relate to the importance of learning about HAFA. Plus, "it is incumbent upon 'state of the art' real estate professionals to learn about these programs to assist their short sale sellers in reaching their goals." Take advantage of early-bird savings: cost is only $69 through January 20—after cost will be $99. OREC approved for six hours required HOT CE credit. Register online at tulsarealtors.com; from the Member Services page, click the red Education bar, then click Register for Classes. Click Here for Course Details
Friday, January 28
Annual REALTORS® Commercial Alliance Celebration
Tulsa Historical Society’s Travis Mansion; cocktails start at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is at 7:00 p.m.; cost is $50 per person. For more information and to make reservations online with a credit card, go to www.tulsarealtors.com; under the Member Resources tab, click GTAR Events, then RCA Celebration. You can also print a Reservation Form and fax it to 918-663-8815 or mail it with a check. (Reservations must be received by January 25)
Friday, February 4
2011 GTAR/NORES Installation & Awards Banquet
Don’t Stop Believin’: DoubleTree Hotel Tulsa-Downtown; cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m.; entertainment by Dave and the Wavetones. Cost is $50 per person through January 24—$60 per person after. For more information and to make reservations online with a credit card, go to www.tulsarealtors.com; under the Member Resources tab, click GTAR Events, then 2011 Presidents’ Banquet. You can also print a Reservation Form and fax it to 918-663-8815 or mail it with a check. (Absolutely no reservations will be accepted after January 31)
New Schedule of Fees
Brokers and Managers: There is a new schedule of fees for 2011 local, state, and national dues. Effective January 1, 2011, the Oklahoma Association of REALTORS® (OAR) is requiring GTAR to collect an additional $50 application fee for each new member. Please update your files:  Click Here for Fee Schedule
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®:
Krista Huisenga, d/b/a Big Red Real Estate, LLC (First Publication)
Firm Affiliate:
Silex Interiors, designated individual Jessica Walker (First Publication)

GTAR/NORES Winter Weather Policy
We are in that time of year when the weather does not always work in our favor; therefore, GTAR/NORES has established the following inclement weather policy for all education classes at GTAR (CE, Computer, New Member Orientation, etc.): If Tulsa Public Schools are closed the day of a scheduled class due to hazardous driving conditions, the GTAR/NORES class is canceled. Depending on the type of class being canceled, the class will either be rescheduled for a future date or a full refund will be issued. In addition, for those of you who live outside the Tulsa area, if schools in your area are closed the day of class or you are uncomfortable making the drive, you can still receive a refund, but you MUST call or email us that day (day of the class). You cannot just be a “no show” and expect a refund. Please be sure to check one of the local news channels the night before and/or morning of a scheduled class for school closings.
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