It’s that exciting time of the year again as we gear up for the 2024 awards season.
We invite you to nominate outstanding REALTORS® for these prestigious awards by Friday, October 27th!
Don’t miss your chance to nominate the exceptional REALTOR® who deserves to be in the spotlight for 2024. To submit your nomination for these prestigious awards, click on the corresponding image below. The deadline to nominate someone is Friday, October 27th, so don’t delay!
Presenting the 2024 awards lineup:
Educator of the Year: Celebrating those who inspire and educate their peers, fostering growth and excellence in the field.
Rookie of the Year: Recognizing fresh talents who’ve made remarkable strides in their real estate careers within the last year.
Good Neighbor Award: Recognizing REALTORS® who go above and beyond to make a positive impact on their communities.
REALTOR® of the Year: Honoring the best of the best in the real estate industry, who have excelled in both their profession and community.
Lifetime Achievement Award: Honoring individuals whose dedication and contributions have left an indelible mark on the industry.
Alma Ashley Award:recognizing Rental REALTOR® excellence in customer service.
The 2023 SCAOR Committee Recruitment ends in 10 days! Serving on a committee is your chance to advance and mold the direction of your association.
The following contains important information about how committees operate and about your role as a potential member of a committee. It also includes a description of each of SCAOR’S ten committees/work groups.
Join us for an enriching all-day Resort and Second-Home Property Certification Seminar on Friday, September 22nd. This immersive experience offers a unique opportunity to enhance your expertise in the realm of resort and second-home properties. Under the expert guidance of our distinguished instructor, Mary Chieppa, a seasoned professional in these markets, you will gain invaluable insights.
This program places a special emphasis on Sussex County’s coastal real estate opportunities. It is offered at an accessible price point, with registration fees of $150 for members and $175 for non-members. As a bonus, participants will enjoy a complimentary lunch to recharge while delving deeper into the world of Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS) knowledge.
Who Is It For? The Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS) certification is for REALTORS® who specialize in buying, selling, or managing properties for investment, development, retirement, or second homes in resort, recreational, and/or vacation destinations.
What You Gain
Differentiate yourself on nar.realtor and realtor.com®
Receive monthly e-newsletters
Participate in quarterly webinars on investment, second-home, and vacation property issues
Gain the right to use RSPS logos and marketing materials
Be eligible to join the private RSPS Facebook group for networking*
Access to
Logos
Referral form
RSPS customizable press release
Marketing materials
RSPS certificate
RSPS lapel pin
Do not miss out on this exceptional chance to ride the RSPS wave toward a brighter, beachfront future. Secure your spot today!
Description:Want a better understanding of some of the key polices with Bright MLS? We will review common areas of violation and the processes for questions, education and submitting forms and appeals.
Description:Be better prepared for the inevitable question – How’s the Market? Join us to review the various market reports within Bright to help you dive deeper into current market activity and utilize our reports to enhance your presentations with your clients.
Do you have any questions? We’ve been receiving numerous inquiries lately regarding the revised Seller’s Disclosure by the Real Estate Commission, which will be implemented on July 1st, 2023. The Delaware Association of REALTORS® has shared a valuable resource that might address your concerns.
They have made available a recording of a recent Zoom event called “Special Hot Topic Session: Understanding the Real Estate Commission’s Updated Seller’s Disclosure.” This informative video (which can be streamed below) could provide you with the answers you seek regarding the modifications.
Embark on your journey to become a licensed Delaware Real Estate Broker with our comprehensive 99-hour course, approved by the Delaware Real Estate Commission. Delivered via Zoom, our flexible schedule offers classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 pm – 9 pm, as well as Wednesdays from 9 am – 12 noon AND 6 pm – 9 pm to suit your availability.
Orientation will be on Monday, Sept 11th, 6 pm – 9 pm, providing a comprehensive overview of the course structure and expectations. The final exam will take place on Tuesday, Nov 7th, marking the culmination of your learning. Rest assured, the cost of the course covers all materials, ensuring you have everything you need to succeed.
SCAN THE QR CODE below or click here to access the Brokers’ Course Application and Registration
The Delaware Legislature is considering a bill (HB168) that will add an additional 8% Statewide Short Term Rental Tax on every stay of 150 days or less.
We are asking for your support to oppose the bill. Please check out the video below and then
use the links provided to reach out to legislators and urge them to Vote NO to HB168.
(Read why SCAOR opposes this unnecessary short-term rental tax bill in a recent Letter To The Editor published in the Cape Gazette by 2023 Sussex County Association of REALTORS® President Allison Stine)
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If you own a home in Delaware, please message your representative by clicking on the green button below. Important, please enter your Delaware address.
If you are not a Delaware resident, please click the blue button below to sign the petition.
We also have a flyer with QR codes which we encourage you to share with your friends, family, and clients.
Feel free to print and distribute the flyer to maximize its reach and help mobilize support against HB168!
Your active participation is vital in safeguarding the livelihoods of countless hosts, local businesses, and the tourism industry in Delaware.
Together, we can make a difference and ensure legislators hear our voices.
Thank you for standing with us on this critical cause.
Our 2024 Board Recruitment period is now open. Please consider applying or encouraging someone to apply. This is truly an opportunity to help guide the Association.
As a reminder, our bylaws state, “The governing body of the Association shall be a Board of Directors consisting of elected officers, five (5) REALTOR® members and any seated NAR director who is a member of the Association.
Directors shall be elected to serve terms of three years, except at organization one-third of the elected directors shall be elected for terms of one, two, and three years respectively,
or for lesser terms as may be deemed necessary to complete the first fiscal year.
No more than two (2) members of the Board of Directors (BOD) should come from any member firm, with the exception of the position automatically assigned to the immediate past president.”
The filled positions for the 2024 Slate of Officers shall be as follows:
· Adriane Gallagher – President (one-year term)
· Allison Stine – Past President (one-year term)
· Mary Dayton – One-year Director
· Jack Redefer – Two-year Director
· Chris Lind – Two-year Director
· Trina Joyner – NAR Director (two-year term)
The open positions for the 2024 Slate of Officers shall be as follows:
· President-Elect (one-year term)
· 1st Vice President (one-year term)
· 2nd Vice President (one-year term)
· Director (three-year term) – 2 positions available
· Treasurer (one-year term)
· Assistant Treasurer (one-year term)
The Nominating Committee, which will meet soon, must send the Slate of Officers to the BOD at least 70 but no more than 100 days before the annual meeting on Monday, October 2, 2023.
If you would like to receive a job description for one of the positions or have any questions, you can contact the Association Executive Stephanie Moody at smoody@scaor.com or 302-855-2300.
The Sussex County Association of REALTORS® is excited to announce their involvement in the National Association of REALTORS® Spire mentoring program, a groundbreaking initiative created to drive inclusivity in the real estate industry through mentorship and education which aims to inspire individuals from diverse communities to explore career opportunities in real estate. This innovative initiative provides mentees with exposure beyond the traditional day-to-day business operations, such as marketing, appraisal, IT, property management, and financing guidance. Additionally, mentees will have access to live educational events, networking opportunities, one-on-one mentorship meetings, and a tailored online platform.
Stephanie Moody, SCAOR’s AE, expressed her excitement about the Sussex County Association of REALTORS® participation in the NAR Spire mentoring program. Moody stated that this initiative “will encourage individuals from diverse communities to consider careers in real estate and help them learn the fundamentals of the industry. Additionally, the program will foster education, empower individuals to seriously consider real estate as a career path, and cultivate the development of generational wealth through property ownership. SCAOR is thrilled to be part of this innovative initiative that will help individuals unlock their potential and succeed in the real estate industry”. NAR Spire, launched in 2021 with nine pilot regions across the U.S., including Trenton, N.J., aims to empower individuals to learn the fundamentals of the real estate industry, cultivate generational wealth through property ownership, and foster education. As facilitator of the mentor program, NAR will provide resources and tools to help participants define expectations, set objectives, develop an action plan, and complete a formal mentoring agreement.
Mentors who participate in the program have the opportunity to play a leadership role in addressing inequity, network with peers, and increase their impact in the industry. SCAOR encourages those who are interested in pursuing a career in real estate to learn about the diverse paths available in the industry. The Association also invites REALTORS® who are interested in sharing their experience as mentors helping mentees unlock their potential, increasing diversity in real estate, and expanding their influence across the industry to apply for the NAR Spire program.
If you are interested in making a lasting impact in real estate, please visit nar.realtor/nar-spire for additional information and registration. For more information about SCAOR’s partnership with the NAR Spire mentoring program, contact SCAOR at 302-855-2300 or via email at info@scaor.com.
Sussex County Association of REALTORS® recognizes that its staff, its NAR Committee Members, and other members who may be interested in leadership could benefit from attending the NAR Annual Meeting. Therefore, a scholarship fund has been established to help fund these travelers.
The NAR NXT conference held annually in November with a different location each year have both been described by
previous attendees as a transformative events that directly linked members to the power of the REALTOR® brand, created meaningful relationships with colleagues from across the country,
and created a personal connection with the National Association of REALTORS® and the “REALTOR® Party.”
Any staff person or REALTOR® members who meet the criteria below and are willing to fulfill the scholarship requirements are encouraged to apply by the deadline Friday, April 28, 2023 to apply for travel to the NAR NXT Conference in Anaheim, CA occurring November 14 – 17, 2023.
Applicant must be a current SCAOR REALTOR® member or staff person at the time of application and meeting dates.
Applicant must demonstrate a commitment to professionalism, volunteerism, and a desire to develop leadership skills.
Attend the corresponding NAR Mid-Year or NAR Annual meetings.
Meet with SCAOR Association Executive prior to travel
To determine what is covered by their scholarship
To discover important sessions to attend while at the meeting
Shadow an NAR Committee Member (if not already on a NAR committee) and attend the NAR Committee they serve on as a guest.
Submit all receipts for reimbursement within one week of travel return date.
Submit a summary of trip and present to SCAOR Board of Directors at their next regularly scheduled meeting.
Paid travel expenses.
Network with REALTORS® and staff from around Delaware and other parts of the country.
Increase awareness for NAR, the REALTOR® Party, RPAC, and industry issues.
Opportunity to attend business development opportunities, NAR meetings, REALTORS® Trade Expo, and tour the Nation’s Capitol or other parts of the country.
Failure to perform any of the above requirements by the selected recipient may result in full or partial forfeiture of scholarship award. If you have any questions, please contact:
Stephanie Moody
Association Executive
Sussex County Association of REALTORS®
Direct: (302) 855-2300 smoody@scaor.com
The Sussex County Association of REALTORS® is excited to announce their involvement in the National Association of REALTORS® Spire mentoring program, a groundbreaking initiative created to drive inclusivity in the real estate industry through mentorship and education which aims to inspire individuals from diverse communities to explore career opportunities in real estate. This innovative initiative provides mentees with exposure beyond the traditional day-to-day business operations, such as marketing, appraisal, IT, property management, and financing guidance. Additionally, mentees will have access to live educational events, networking opportunities, one-on-one mentorship meetings, and a tailored online platform.
Sussex County Association of REALTORS® recognizes that its staff, its NAR Committee Members, and other members who may be interested in leadership could benefit from attending the NAR Annual Meeting. Therefore, a scholarship fund has been established to help fund these travelers.
