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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
The office will be closed on Wednesday afternoon, and next Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. The staff wishes everyone a safe and happy day with family and friends. |
SCAOR's leadership team is attending the National Association of REALTORS® annual convention with several thousand REALTORS®. On Monday evening, the 2008 President Dick Gaylord was installed and said, "Today, we begin an incredible journey. "All Together", I believe we will achieve our shared vision and ensure that the Voice for Real Estate continues to strengthen our communities and our nation - in uncommon ways."
SCAOR's Installation of Officers will occur on December 11 at the Lewes Yacht Club. We will share how our Local Association will work toward the same goal as NAR in our 100th year and ensure we are "All Together".
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Another year is almost over and it is time to form the 2008 committees. If you are interested in becoming a member of a committee next year, please let us know which of the SCAOR committees you are interested in by submitting a volunteer form by November 21st. There are many committees to choose from, in order to tailor to the needs and interests of our membership and community!
Education
Equal Opportunity (Diversity)
Government Affairs
Grievance
Political Fund Raising |
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Professional Standards
REALTOR® Community Service (RCS)
Rental Affairs
Risk Reduction/Bylaws
Rookies (less than 3 REALTOR® years)
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If you have questions about a specific committee please call the SCAOR office at (302) 855-2300. We will try to accommodate as many requests as possible; however, some committees are limited in size. Volunteer names will be submitted to the Board of Directors for approval. Thank you for your interest!
This Is Your Association . . .
Get Involved . . . Volunteer Today!
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THE MOST FUN YOU WILL EVER HAVE SHOPPING
Join Us to Shop for the Kids on November 27
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Check out the flyer! Share it with your office mates and family. We need plenty of shoppers for this huge project of helping others. |
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| DAR INSTALLATION |
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Come celebrate the DAR Installation of 2008 Officers & Directors on Thursday, December 6, 2007, at the White Clay Creek Country Club at Delaware Park. Meet your state association leadership and congratulate Camilla Conlon, a broker with Jack Lingo REALTORS® in Rehoboth, for her successful year as the 2007 DAR President.
Register now at www.delawarerealtor.com.
If you have questions call (302) 734-4444. |
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Join us Tuesday, December 11 at the Lewes Yacht Club for the 2008 Installation of Officers. The event begins at 12 noon and is only $20 per person. Please come out and support our newly elected officers! We will also be presenting the "Outstanding Rental Service Award."
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| OFFICERS |
| President |
Bill Lucks |
| President-Elect |
Steve Alexander |
| 1st Vice President |
Judy Dean |
| 2nd Vice President |
Susan Mills |
| Treasurer |
Sue Bramhall |
| Past President |
Rob Harman |
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| DIRECTORS |
| Lit Dryden |
| Trina Joyner |
| Sharon Palmer |
| Bruce Plummer |
| Andrew Ratner |
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The Diversity Committee's "Housing Summit" has received many positive comments and reviews from the participants as well as local press. In fact, an encore or sequel has been requested; therefore, we will move ahead with another program in June of 2008. The Diversity Committee will celebrate its first year in January.
You are invited to become a member
Volunteer Here >>
Did you know that in 1999 approximately 5% of REALTORS® were considered a minority?
Today, we have increased minority REALTORS® to 25%.
A few questions have occurred since the November 2, 2007 meeting. You can imagine with 1400 members with various backgrounds, experience, and Association knowledge it can be challenging to anticipate all questions. The good news was, is, and continues to be: SCAOR is an open organization for our members. You have the ability to become as involved and informed as you choose. Your website, SCAOR.com; Innovia, At A Glance, email, and blast faxes are the methods employed to inform, invite, and involve you. And don't forget, realtor.org is full of information.
A CALL TO VOTE
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Thursday, January 10, 2008 |
Please register online at thescaorstore.com to attend the FREE Membership meeting on Thursday, January 10.
Breakfast and coffee will be provided. This is a critical meeting to attend. We will vote on the building expansion, changes to the by-laws, and pursuing a partnership with Coastal Association of REALTORS®. |
January 10, 2008
General Membership Meeting Agenda
Cheer Center Georgetown, Delaware
- Call to Order
- Opening Ceremonies
- Pledge of Allegiance
- REALTOR® prayer
- Business of the Assembly
- Motion to approve the capital expenditure up to $850,000 for the addition, construction, and remodeling of existing SCAOR offices at Park Avenue, Georgetown.
- Motion to approve pursuit of the partnership with Coastal Association of REALTORS®.
- Motion to approve the proposed changes to SCAOR By-Laws.
- Calendar of Events for 2008
- Adjournment until Next Regular Meeting of the Sussex County Association of REALTORS®
Membership Breakfast is FREE -- Please RSVP Here!
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After many years of preparation, the Building Committee and SCAOR are proud to present the proposed new building construction plans. Here are two architectural drawings to give you a view:
Stay tuned for more details!
NOVEMBER IS REALTOR® DESIGNATION AWARENESS MONTH
During this month, the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® encourages members to start, complete, or continue an official NAR designation or certification program. This week we spotlight the GRI, or Graduate REALTOR® Institute Designation. According to the member survey conducted in 2003 by the National Association of REALTORS®, REALTORS® with a designation earned over $33,200 more annually than non-designees. As of late 2006, you can now earn your GRI by taking a series of six 2-day modules at DAR. You may take these modules in any order.
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"30 under 30" is accepting applications through January 14, 2008 for NAR's annual "30 under 30" feature in REALTOR® magazine. This article profiles promising young real estate professionals from around the country. Winners will have their stories published in the June 2008 publication. A select few will appear in REALTOR® magazine on line. There is no cost to apply. Selection criteria include business success, leadership, industry or community involvement, and ingenuity. Nominees must be members of NAR and must be under the age of 30 as of May 31, 2008. Is this you? Visit REALTOR.org/realtormag for the application.
In 2008, SCAOR will have a "Rookies" Committee. We already have many members interested. Look for more information. Click here to sign up for the Rookie Society, and our other SCAOR committees!
In the meanwhile, check out YPN (Young Professionals Network) at REALTOR.org/realtormag.
I Don't Have Anyone to Work With. . .
So what are you going to do about it????
Here are some helpful hints to get you on your way >>
MLS COMMITTEE
We frequently hear, "How do I get on the MLS Committee?" The MLS Committee is governed by the SCAOR By-Laws which explain the 12 member Committee must have a specific composition of Brokers of Record (designated REALTORS®), Brokers, and agents. We must ensure a balance in several different areas. Additionally, experience with MLS and other technology is extremely important. Members are appointed in staggered terms since knowledge and continuity are critical for the success of the MLS Operations. Members must be willing to work many hours beyond the meetings to accomplish the business. We will post vacancies and recruit for this committee separately from other committee recruitment.
ON THE SAFE SIDE
To be on the SAFE SIDE, please review the MLS Rules and Regulations to eliminate errors in the system that could lead to MLS violations and fines. To print out a copy of the rules, simply click on "standard forms" in InnoVia. Click on "2005 MLS fine system-rev07-04.pdf" for a complete list of MLS violations and fines associated with them. For the latest version of the MLS Rules and Regulations, click on "2007 MLS Rules.pdf." These rules and regulations have been submitted and reviewed by NAR and are in full compliance with National Association policy.
MOST FREQUENT MLS VIOLATIONS:
Tips on How NOT to Be an Offender |
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If you are using a combo lock, DO NOT put the combo # in the PUBLIC remarks. You may only use combo locks if your office did not opt in to Sentrilock. |
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No agent info or phone #s are allowed in PUBLIC remarks, or on virtual tours. Real estate signs are NOT ALLOWED in photos. |
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Disclosures are to be uploaded within 48 hours of a listing being entered in the MLS. Use the very easy, fax to pdf function on the bottom of the home page of InnoVia to upload disclosures. |
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ETHICALLY SPEAKING...
Article 17
In the event of contractual disputes or specific non-contractual disputes as defined in Standard of Practice 17-4 between REALTORS® (principals) Associated with different firms, arising out of their relationship as REALTORS®, the REALTORS® shall submit the dispute to arbitration in accordance with the regulations of their Board or Boards rather than litigate the matter.
In the event clients of REALTORS® wish to arbitrate contractual disputes arising out of real estate transactions, REALTORS® shall arbitrate those disputes in accordance with the regulations of their Board, provided the clients agree to be bound by the decision.
The obligation to participate in arbitration contemplated by this Article includes the obligation of REALTORS® (principals) to cause their firms to arbitrate and be bound by any award. (Amended 1/01)
Standard of Practice 17-5
The obligation to arbitrate established in Article 17 includes disputes between REALTORS® (principals) in different states in instances where, absent an established inter-association arbitration agreement, the REALTOR® (principal) requesting arbitration agrees to submit to the jurisdiction of, travel to, participate in, and be bound by any resulting award rendered in arbitration conducted by the respondent(s) REALTOR®'s association, in instances where the respondent(s) REALTOR®'s association determines that an arbitrable issue exists. (Adopted 1/07)
Listing of November 19, 2007 through 2008
Delaware News & Meetings
Did you know there was a listing of answers and instructions for Frequently Asked Lockbox Questions?
Find them here at the SentriLock Q&A Archive >>
Congratulations to our SentriSecure Offices!
SentriSecure Brokerages as of 11.15.07 >>
Brokerages with Combo Boxes as of 11.15.07 >>
