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At a Glance – 11/06/18

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Reminder: The SCAOR Office will be closing at 12:30 PM on Return Day, November 8th. We will also be closed in observance of Veteran’s Day on Monday, November 12th.

Reminder: Time is running out to nominate someone for Good Neighbor 2019 – Click here to do it today!

Reminder: The current two-year cycle for mandatory Code of Ethics training for Realtors ends Dec. 31. Get more info here.

Reminder: SCAOR Dues were due by October 31st. There is currently a $25 late fee applied to all payments after November 1st. You can pay on the member portal (scaor.com – top/right button).
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The SCAOR Card – Issue #022 – From the CEO’s Desk

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Welcome to another monthly edition of the Association newsletter.

I would like to update you on a few important topics relevant to the future of SCAOR. First, I would like to announce that Andrew Mason, communications coordinator, is departing SCAOR to manage the day-to-day operations of his business, Small Pond Productions. If you know Andrew then you know he is very talented with a great voice. After many years of working part-time on his voice over business, he will be leaving SCAOR on Friday, November 30 to take his talents full-time. We wish him the best! With that being said, I will be posting a job announcement for a full-time communications professional. SCAOR is a great organization to work for, so please pass along this information to those seeking work in the communications field.

Secondly, SCAOR finished the 2018 Lockbox Audit. Brokers with lockboxes over 20% of listings, please return by the end of November. Thank you for monitoring your share of lockboxes. Please remember that missing lockboxes cost $115 each, and SCAOR will be in touch if we have found any Brokerages to be in violation.

I would like to thank Emily Williams, Young Professional Network (YPN) Chair, on a great year. The YPN Committee hosted three events which were all designed to expand new member networking. The last YPN event in Lewes was a success with four Affiliate speakers. Members learned a few pitfalls from local professionals. I am excited to see what the 2019 YPN Committee has in store for the membership starting in January 2019.

Regarding the new Strategic Plan, which will be posted on the SCAOR website in November, the Committee agreed on the following objectives commencing in 2019:

  • Governance (ethics)
  • Community Outreach
  • Government Affairs (advocacy)
  • Communications
  • Professional Development (education)

We are looking forward to enacting the new objectives, especially the community outreach objective to promote members throughout the community.

Lastly, SCAOR has worked on improving the website, and increasing the social media presence through Facebook. A few improvements are as follows:

  • Look for a Single Sign On (SSO) in the near future (think one sign on for all SCAOR services) – Want to beta test?  Click here and use your SCAOR portal username and password.
  • New information about the national/local partnership with the Georgetown Boys and Girls Club
  • Posted Bright MLS Survey results presentation

Thank you for your support and please contact me if you have questions or comments about your Association.

 

Sincerely,

Merritt Burke
Chief Executive Officer, Sussex County Association of REALTORS®
(302) 855-2300: Office Phone

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The SCAOR Card – Issue #022

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The SCAOR Card - Issue #021
REALTOR® Political Action Committee
Sussex Strong Foundation
Women's Council of REALTORS®
“Ethics, Education and Advocacy.”
Association Dues & Fees:
  • Membership Dues: Billed October 1, due October 31 annually
  • Lockbox Fees: Billed June 1, due June 30 annually.
From the CEO's Desk

As we move through the fall, we focus on the new strategic plan, a great year with YPN, SCAOR staff changes, and some exciting updates for the future.

SCAOR members are some of the greatest people in Sussex County. Here’s who joined in October!

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The SCAOR Card – Issue #022 – Membership

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Welcome to the SCAOR REALTOR® membership report!  Here’s what’s happened on August 2018.  We’ve added 9 new members:

10/2/18     Brett DePrince
10/3/18     Susan Oshman
10/4/18     Michael Kenney
10/9/18     Nicholas Schiaffino
10/9/18     Edward Tome
10/10/18     Jena Wilson
10/10/18     Lee Beam-Peter
10/16/18     Donna Kaye Bopst
10/24/18     Wendy Kessler

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At a Glance – 10/29/18

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Reminder: The current two-year cycle for mandatory Code of Ethics training for Realtors ends Dec. 31. Get more info here.

Reminder: SCAOR Dues are now available for payment. Invoices will be sent shortly, and are due by October 31st. You can pay on the member portal (scaor.com – top/right button).
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At a Glance – 10/22/18

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Reminder: The current two-year cycle for mandatory Code of Ethics training for REALTORS® ends Dec. 31. Get more info here.

Reminder: SCAOR Dues are available for payment. Payment is due by October 31st. You can pay on the member portal (scaor.com – top/right button).
2019 Committee Recruitment Open (Click here to sign up!):
Foundation Gala – Thursday, October 25th – Purchase Tickets Online!
Are You Registered to Vote? Now’s the time!
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Tech Tip Tuesday – 09/25/18

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Top 5 Things You Need to Know About the REALTOR® Trademarks

Welcome back to Tech Tip Tuesday!

 

This is your ultra-fast, easy dose of the latest tech that can help your life as a REALTOR®. Whether it’s using SentriLock, Mobile Apps, or surfing around, we’ll give you the tools you need each Tuesday.

Tech Tip Tuesday – Top 5 Things You Need to Know About the REALTOR® Trademarks


How much do you know about the REALTOR® trademarks and how to use them correctly?

Here are five key facts.

1. REALTOR® = Member of NAR

A REALTOR® is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®. The term REALTOR® should never be used as a substitute for “real estate agent.”

The REALTOR® trademarks include:

  • REALTOR®
  • REALTORS®
  • REALTOR-ASSOCIATE®
  • the REALTOR® block “R” logo

The REALTOR® marks let people know that you are more than just a real estate practitioner: you adhere to a strict Code of Ethics that protects clients, the public, and other real estate agents.

The term REALTOR® is not only a trademark owned by NAR and protected by federal law, it’s a valuable membership benefit that distinguishes members from other real estate licensees.

2. Members can use the REALTOR® trademarks, with limitations

Members may use the REALTOR® marks only in the context of identifying themselves as members of NAR. To maintain the value of the marks, it’s important that they be recognized by the public as identifiers of NAR members, and never used generically to denote a vocation or a business.

Members are licensed to use the marks only in connection with their real estate business and in connection with the place of business with which their membership is associated.

What are the other 3? Check out the article on NAR’s Website to continue reading…

 

 

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At a Glance – 09/24/18

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Reminder: The current two-year cycle for mandatory Code of Ethics training for Realtors ends Dec. 31. Get more info here.
 
FREE Bright MLS Survey Breakfast This Friday (Click here to register):

 
 
Affiliate End of Summer Picnic – This Thursday at Rusty Rudder! (Click here to register):

 
 
FREE General Membership Meeting on October 1st (Click below to register):

 
 
Millsboro Home & Builder Expo – Call for Volunteers:
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FREE YPN Expert Panel – Thursday, October 18th – Register Here!

 
 
Foundation Gala – Thursday, October 25th – Purchase Tickets Online!

 
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At a Glance – 09/10/18

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DUCIOA Update: SCAOR’s DUCIOA flowchart has been updated with new information, and it’s available now at this link.
Reminder: The current two-year cycle for mandatory Code of Ethics training for Realtors ends Dec. 31. Get more info here.

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Late SentriLock payments:
  • $25 late fee for July
  • $50 late fee for August
  • $100 for September and disconnection of service
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The SCAOR Card – Issue #021 – Chris Lind

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Hello SCAOR Members,

As September has arrived, it is hard to believe that summer will soon turn to fall. Numerous achievements are being accomplished each day at the Association. Perhaps, the biggest achievement that happened during the year thus far was our transition to Bright MLS. If you have not already seen the Announcement regarding the Bright MLS Survey, please click the link below. I am hopeful that the survey will provide the respective parties at Bright MLS with valuable feedback that can improve the platform.

Please encourage other agents within your brokerages to complete the survey if they have not already done so as I will see this information is shared with the proper parties at Bright MLS.

It is a pleasure to serve as your President this year, and please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

Best regards,

*Christopher M. Lind | Managing Broker, REALTOR®*
*President, Sussex County Association of REALTORS**®*

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