Monday, August 31, 2009

FW: Inman PM: Buyers need dose of real estate 1.5

 

 

 

From: Inman News Headlines [mailto:dailynews@inman.com]
Sent: Monday, August 31, 2009 4:31 PM
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Subject: Inman PM: Buyers need dose of real estate 1.5

 

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Monday, August 31, 2009

Buyers need dose of real estate 1.5
Over the last few weeks, I've had several buyers walk in my office doors suffering from Real Estate Agent PTSD: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. They've worked with other agents who were, shall we say, a poor fit for them -- let's just leave it at that. And most of them were apparently very introspective about why exactly the relationship didn't work, leading them to apologize in advance for some personality flaw of their own that they believed might have been the deal-killer to their previous Realtor relationship:

  • "I'm sorry -- I think I must be too picky."
  • "I have to tell you up front, I really don't like to be stood up. It's just a pet peeve. Sorry!"
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FW: No-Cost Resources from Right Tools, Right Now

 

 

 

From: National Association of REALTORS(R) [mailto:nar@newsletters.realtor.org]
Sent: Monday, August 31, 2009 1:01 PM
To: mark@itsyoursale.com
Subject: No-Cost Resources from Right Tools, Right Now

 

 

 

TO: All REALTORS®

FROM: NAR

RE: The Right Tools to Educate Yourself and Your Clients -  ALL FREE

 

Through ‘Right Tools, Right Now’, NAR members can access FREE resources to help protect their clients and build their business in a market-in-motion, including:

 

REALTOR® University Webinar Summit

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Learn How to Avoid Foreclosure and Keep Your Home

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Visit the Right Tools, Right Now’ homepage to see all FREE and AT-COST products and resources that are part of NAR's 'Right Tools, Right Now' initiative, established by NAR to support its members. Listings are updated monthly, so check back often!

These special product prices are exclusively available to REALTORS®. To access these and the hundreds of other downloadable products for FREE, member login is required at the REALTOR.org website.

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Friday, August 28, 2009

FW: REALTORS(R) Federal Credit Union is where you (and your money) belong!

 

 

 

From: National Association of REALTORS(R) [mailto:nar@newsletters.realtor.org]
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 4:01 PM
To: mark@itsyoursale.com
Subject: REALTORS(R) Federal Credit Union is where you (and your money) belong!

 

 

TO:          All REALTORS®

FROM:   The National Association of REALTORS®

RE:         REALTORS® Federal Credit Union is where you (and your money) belong! 

 

Created for REALTORS®, REALTORS® Federal Credit Union offers its members real value in the form of fewer fees, competitive loan rates and great dividends on savings and investments.  As a new partner in NAR’s REALTOR Benefits® Program, you can trust that your credit union is friendly to REALTORS®!

 

NAR members can now enjoy eChecking that gives more and takes less (honest).

 

eChecking from REALTORS® FCU offers:

 

·         No Monthly Service Fee and No Minimum Balance Requirement

 

·         Free ATM transactions at thousands of CO-OP Network® and CU24 Network® ATMs nationwide

 

·         Free Check Deposits Using a Scanner with myDeposit* 

 

·         Easy Money Transfers Between REALTORS® FCU and Other Financial Institutions with myTransfers

 

·         Free myBills Online Bill Pay to Help You Spend Less Time Paying Bills and More Time on What Matters Most*

 

·         Free myBranch Services include banking online or by phone 24-hours a day, myAlerts, electronic statements, and more*

 

·         MasterCard® Debit Card and Checks with the REALTOR® Logo

 

·         Overdraft Protection

 

Here’s what busy real estate professionals like you are saying about their membership experience with REALTORS® FCU!

 

“I LOVE LOVE LOVE the online deposit for checks!  Thanks so much!  For a recluse like me, it’s’ totally exciting!  No stamps, no envelope, no driving – WOW!”

 

 REALTORS® FCU has gone above and beyond what other credit unions and especially banks would have done to help me and my business during these difficult economic times.  I highly recommend their services.”

 

Join online and open your eChecking today!  All REALTORS® (and their immediate family members) are eligible for lifetime membership. REALTORS® FCU is here to help you manage everyday finances and prepare for the road ahead.  Visit your credit union online or contact Member Care any time at 866.295.6038.

 

P.S.  Did you know that REALTORS® FCU Certificate Investment and Money Market Savings rates currently beat ING Bank, E* Trade, Bank of America and Wells Fargo? ** Check current rates and compare your earning power!

 

Must meet REALTORS® Federal Credit Union (RFCU) membership eligibility. Membership requires opening and maintaining a primary share savings account with a $100 minimum opening balance. Rates, terms, conditions and services are subject to change. This credit union is federally-insured by the National Credit Union Administration. *No monthly service fee. Other fees may apply. Please refer to the Schedule of Fees for details. **Comparison based on 8/3/09 RateWatch Deposit Ranking Report Certificate comparison reflects $10,000 minimum deposit to earn interest on 3, 6, 12, 24, 36, 48 and 60-month terms. Money Market Saving comparison reflects $2,500, $10,000 and $25,000 minimum deposit tiers to earn interest. Rates are subject to change. ING Bank excluded from 3-month Certificate and Money Market Savings rate comparison (products not offered).

 

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FW: REALTOR BenefitsR Program - August e-newsletter

 

 

 

From: National Association of REALTORS(R) [mailto:NAR@newsletters.realtor.org]
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 10:12 AM
To: mark@itsyoursale.com
Subject: REALTOR Benefits® Program - August e-newsletter

 

 

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August 28, 2009

 


The REALTOR Benefits® Program is your member benefits program.
NAR has partnered with industry leaders to provide you with value-added offers and significant savings on products and services you use on a daily basis.

Please take a few minutes to browse this month's REALTOR Benefits® Newsletter which is full of news, resources, and unique promotions designed to help you both professionally and personally.

 

News and Views

 


NAR Introduces New Technology Partner Hewlett Packard

NAR’s REALTOR Benefits® Program is pleased to introduce a new partner, Hewlett Packard (HP). HP is a global leader in digital imaging and computing technology, their reputation for quality and reliability is recognized worldwide.   HP offers NAR members discounts on HP commercial products including printers, desktops, mobile PCs, scanners, storage, networking products, and more.


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Make Sure Your Technology Is Ready When You Are

Have you ever been waiting for that all important client call only to have your cell battery die? Or maybe your laptop lost its juice as you tried to print a contract? These sorts of situations can easily be avoided with a few simple tricks that help maintain the battery life of your technology tools. HP, a REALTOR Benefits® Program Partner, has put together a list of useful tips that will make a dead-battery situation a thing of the past.


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Exclusive Member-Only Offers

 


Save Even More with Avis and Budget. New Discounts Announced!

Car rental partners Avis and Budget are offering NAR members unprecedented discounts on daily, weekly and weekend rentals. From now until March 31, 2010 you can save up to 50% at participating Budget locations and up to 40% at participating Avis locations!  Learn more at www.budget.com/nar (use BCD # Y490607) or www.avis.com/nar (use AWD # A009707) to receive these low rates.  Some restrictions apply so check the website for details.


Give Your Clients a Valuable Gift With Entertainment® Book

The perfect client gift drives referrals and repeat business for thousands of REALTORS® year after year. Each 2010 Entertainment® Book is packed with $1000s in savings on restaurants, groceries, movies & more.  As an NAR member you'll save 55% OFF the retail price! Order Today! Visit www.entertainment.com/NAR or call 800-672-3053 for details.


REALTORS® Core Health Insurance – Limited Medical Plans Exclusively for NAR Members

NAR has teamed with SASid and U.S. Fire Insurance Company to provide a national program offering low-cost, guaranteed-acceptance, limited medical insurance tailored to the everyday healthcare needs of REALTORS®.  The program features easy online/phone enrollment, freedom to choose any doctor or hospital, no medical questions or exams, and provides next-day coverage.  For more information visit www.RealtorsCoreHealthInsurance.com or call 1-877-267-3752.

Limitations and exclusions apply. See web site for program details.

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NAR and the REALTOR Benefits® Partners will be in the NAR Pavilion at the REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 13-16, in San Diego. If real estate is your business, attending the show is the best decision you can make to grow your business. See you there! Click here for details.

 




 

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