Weekly E-Update            August 10, 2010

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NEW, Volunteers Needed Habitat for Humanity Building Freedom Day 2010
Tucson Association of REALTORS® is partnering with Habitat for Humanity Tucson on Building Freedom Day, September 11. There is limited space available, if you would like to participate, contact Christine Sanchez at 382-8776 or christine@tucsonrealtors.org. Click here for more information.

NEW Attention: NSP OPEN HOUSE event in Tucson
Do you have buyers that could benefit from this event? New Vista and the National Community Stabilization Trust are working together to create a unique opportunity to assist NSP homebuyers and help rebuild the Tucson community. 35 LOCAL AREA PROPERTIES will be provided for this EXCLUSIVE NSP OPEN HOUSE EVENT. These properties will only be available through this event. All homes have been removed from the market, inspected, repaired, and are ready for purchase by an eligible NSP homebuyer! HELP US PLACE THESE HOMES BACK INTO THE HANDS OF THE COMMUNITY AND REBUILD THE TUCSON COMMUNITY! Please act quickly all offer must be submitted by Wednesday August 18th. For more info visit www.yourwayhomeaz.com, www.livethesolution.org or click here.

UPDATED NAR Green Designation Courses Offered** HUGE Discounts for TAR Members!!!
Be a RESOURCE for your GREEN clients! Learn green concepts & how this benefits your business. Register for the NAR Green Designation Course and Elective Course being held from August 30-Sept 1, presented by Len Elder. TAR Members, these courses are being offered for less than the normal price! Click here for more information.

TAR Real Estate Expo – Space Still Available!
Every year, thousands of REALTORS® make their way to the Tucson Convention Center to experience a one of kind event. The Tucson Association of REALTORS® Real Estate Expo! Click here to download the Sponsor/Exhibitor Packet. Thank you to our sponsors: Affiliate Sponsorship Program Sponsors: Nova Home Loans, Cherry Landscape, The Heath Team of Sunstreet Mortgage, Prime Capital, Bedmart and Villa Maria Care Center. Gold Sponsors: BBVA Compass ,Bank of America, Pima Federal Credit Union. Silver Sponsor: Tucson Newspapers and our Copper Sponsor: Bank of Arizona.

TAR's 5th Annual Golf Fundraiser, EARLY BIRDIE SPECIAL TO 2009 SPONSORS
Join us on Friday, October 22 at the Arizona National Golf Club for annual Golf Fundraiser. 2009 Sponsors, sign up by September 1 and receive 10% off any Sponsorship. Click here for a list of sponsorship opportunities. For more information, contact Christine Sanchez at 382-8776 or go to www.tucsonrealtors.org/golf.html. THANK YOU to our Platinum Sponsor: Stewart Title & Trust of Tucson

Nominate a Peer for Recognition!
Nominate your peers who are most deserving to be recognized at the Tucson Association of REALTORS® Installation & Awards Banquet being held on Friday, November 19 at Ventana Canyon. Nominations must be in by October 8, 2010. Categories include REALTOR® of the Year and Affiliate of the Year. Click here to fill out the nomination form.

Education Renewathon Cruise - Registration is Open!
It’s that time!! Introducing 2011 Renewathon Education Cruise! May 01-08, 2011, 7 day Mexican Rivera: Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta & Cabo San Lucas. And of course all your credit hours! Register today, cabins are limited! For more information click here or contact Annalisa Moreno at Annalisa@tucsonrealtors.org or 382-8789.

From ADRE: Legislative Changes, SB 1219-Real Estate Licensees
Click here to read a legislative update from ADRE.

Tucson REALTOR® Magazine - Newest Issue!
In the latest issue of the Tucson REALTOR®, learn how to “Stay Cool in Your Profession,” and check out photos from TAR’s most recent events. Learn how to “Bundle Your Charges,” and how to create a social media policy for your firm. Click here to read! Stay tuned on the 15th of every other month for the latest edition of the Tucson REALTOR® Magazine. For questions About the Magazine, contact laura@tucsonrealtors.org.

REALTORS®, Do You Want to Be on National TV?
Put Tucson on the Map! Pie Town Productions, producer of several, popular home shows including HGTV's House Hunters and Design on a Dime, is conducting a nationwide search for knowledgeable and TV-friendly REALTORS® for a show they are developing. Click here for more information.

Where Is Your Heart?
What organizations do you volunteer for in Tucson and why? Email it to laura@tucsonrealtors.org.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE GRI PROGRAM, BUT YOU’RE NOT SURE WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT?
Cyber Day is your opportunity to view the quality of the GRI courses and curriculum. Click here for more information.

TAR Facility Rental, click here for more information.

The GRI Scholarship Program, click here for more information.

Marketing Sessions and Home Tours, click here for more information.

Click here for Industry Events of Interest and Community Opportunities.

NEW Green Your Life – Weekly Living Green Tip
It's Not Easy Being Green
The word "green" has become a popular term in the real estate industry the last decade. But what does it really mean to have a "green" home? Click here to read more.

NEW Risk Tip of the Week: CURE Notice
Q: An agent is representing a buyer in a transaction and the end of the inspection period is nearing. The Seller has not provided the SPDS or Insurance Claims History within the five (5) days, as agreed upon in the Arizona Association of REALTORS® (AAR) 2005 Purchase Contract. What does the Buyer’s Agent do when the Seller does not follow the provisions of the Contract? Click here to read more....
This risk reduction tip provided by TAR is a general statement intended to raise important issues relevant to risk reduction. This tip is not intended to be legal advice. It should not be a substitute for advice of professional counsel or the assistance provided by an agent's Designated Broker.

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MLS Dues Invoice
Thank you for your membership with Tucson Association of REALTORS® MLS. We would like to inform you that the subscriber fee billing for the Multiple Listing Service was emailed to you on Friday, June 25th. If you did not receive your subscriber fee billing statement through email on that date, please contact Andrea Ballard at 382-8786 or andrea@tucsonrealtors.org.

Important Dates to Remember:
$75 Late Fee Assessed = August 6, 2010
Suspension of MLS Participation for Non-Payment = August 16, 2010
Termination of MLS Participation for Non-Payment = August 26, 2010

In the event a member is terminated for non-payment of MLS fees, they are subject to a $75 MLS application fee, as well as the MLS fees due at the time of invoice.
Click here for instructions on How to Pay Your Dues Online.

Access To Nationwide Foreclosure Information!
The MLS agreement with RealtyTrac now allows Tucson MLS members to access foreclosure information for the entire country for a discounted rate of only $19.95 per month. This change also allows for use of more tools on the RealtyTrac website!! There is no minimum term required to sign up. Click this link for more information.

Class Cancellation Policy
Policy states that any student arriving 5 minutes or more after the stated class start time will forfeit the credit hours (CE).

Cancellation Policy: You must cancel in writing (email/snail mail) at least 24 Hours prior to the class date or you will be assessed a $20 no show fee.

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