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"Updated information on SAFE Act implementation: Visit the Mirealtors.com Legal Reference Library to download this new white paper" "Updated info on SAFE Act implementation: Visit Mirealtors.com Legal Reference Library to download this new white paper: http://ow.ly/2nttf"
Visit the MAR Legal Reference Library on Mirealtors.com to download two new white papers, including an update on the Safe Act implementation and RESPA/home warranty programs. Learn more
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Hit the jackpot when you attend the 2010 MAR Expo!
Join us for the annual trade expo during the 2010 Convention & Expo at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort on Wednesday, September 29 from 5:30pm-7:00 pm and Thursday, September 30 from 11:30 am-6:00 pm. Spend time with industry experts whose goals are simple – to make you more successful. On Wednesday, immediately following the Grand Assembly until 7 and 4 – 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, enjoy social and business opportunities, bars, edibles and more during this leisurely time to speak with exhibitors, network, and mingle with friends.
Here is the fifth clue to keep you guessing at who our special guest will be at the Grand Assembly:
Clue #5:
This person has had 18 number one hits on the American pop charts.
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Throughout the United States there is a growing concern about the high costs of long term care and the impact those costs have on financial security, retirement planning and quality of family life.
In response to this concern, MAR members, and their eligible relatives, can now receive a premium discount on Great American Life long term care insurance products through the MAR Edge member benefit program.
For more information on the long term care insurance discounts please contact Great American Life’s long term care help line at 800.557.5721.
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This year’s Convention will be held September 29-October 1 at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort in Mt. Pleasant. As in previous years, one of the biggest highlights during the MAR Convention and Expo is the RPAC Silent Auction. Local REALTOR® associations from around Michigan generously contribute items and gift baskets which grab the attention of everyone who attends, while also helping raise RPAC dollars which are critical to safeguarding the real estate industry. The success of the auction is only as good as the items donated by our local associations and past contributions by each local association have been outstanding! Thank you to all of our local associations for their annual support of this event.
We would love to have 100 percent participation from each of our boards, and if there is anything the MAR can do to help accomplish this, please let us know. As a reminder, local associations also have the option of making an RPAC II corporate contribution toward the Silent Auction in lieu of a basket or item. The contribution can come from either the local boards or their Multiple Listing Service (MLS). The MAR Auction Task Force and MAR staff will then buy items for the bidding with the local association corporate contribution. The locals will still get full credit for their contributions at the Auction.
RPAC II Contributions should be sent to the MAR offices, attention Brad Ward by Friday, September 24th. If you decide to bring your item or basket to Convention, please bring it to the MAR registration desk. Otherwise, please contact your local field staff as they would be happy to coordinate getting your item to Convention for you.
Time is running out on early bird discounts for the MAR's 2010 Convention & Expo, the largest real estate event in Michigan. Being held September 29 – October 1 at the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort. Get your members together at this statewide event for education, networking and fun! Promote the following discounts to your members in your next communication:
First Time Attendees – Save $40
See why members rave about MAR’s Convention and take advantage of the first time attendee early bird rate and pay only $139* for a full registration.
Returning Attendees – Save $40
Return for another year of useful knowledge sessions, CE opportunities, building referral contacts & more for only $199* for a full registration.
One Day Attendees – Save $30
Great for Central Michigan and nearby area members, members can register for only $149* for an entire day of knowledge sessions, expo browsing, and fun at the REALTOR® Royale!
Visit the MAR Convention Web site for more reasons to attend. From must see keynotes, to special networking events, exquisite hotel & area activities , to companies to connect with, there is something for everyone at this year’s event.
Register Today!
*Some restrictions do apply, please visit the MAR Web site for full details.
Don't miss the chance to honor your members, and represent your local association at MAR’s 2010 Convention & Expo by submitting your REALTOR® of the Year Award nominations. REALTOR® of the Year is the highest honor bestowed upon a Michigan REALTOR®. It stands for integrity, individual achievement and perhaps the greatest compliment: recognition from peers in the real estate industry.
Also, each year the REALTOR® Active in Politics award honors a REALTOR® who selflessly volunteers in the political arena. Candidates are judged based on active support and leadership of membership through political involvement at the state and local association levels, personal involvement with influencing public policy, and promotion and contribution to RPAC. Please note a change in schedule for the ROTY nominees. In order to allow nominees the opportunity to attend the Expo Opening, on Wednesday, September 29th we will be having an Honor 'N' Mingle Luncheon for the nominees plus one guest as well as their local AE. Also in attendance will be the MAR Board of Directors and Officers, followed immediately by the initial Grand Assembly rehearsal. During the luncheon, which will take place from 1:00pm-2:30pm, photos will be taken of the local nominees with MAR President Bob Taylor and awards will be given at that time. Once a final rehearsal has taken place, the nominees will have approximately 20 minutes to take their awards to their room, freshen up, and return before the Grand Assembly begins at 4:00pm. To start the nomination process for your association, you can find the necessary forms on the MAR Web site. All entries are to be sent to Julie Rowell, with "ROTY Nomination" or "RAP Nomination" in the subject line.* Please include a high quality photo with your nomination form.
MAR Professional Standards Administrator Patty Kukla has developed a half-day training session geared toward local association executives and staff. This course information is designed for those staff new to Professional Standards or those staff wanting an overview on the ever-evolving Code of Ethics as well as the Local Association’s role in supporting adherence to the Code. While a number of resources have been developed to help members and associations better understand Professional Standards, this unique Nuts and Bolts course focuses on a broad range of topics and is beneficial to all staff, not only those directly involved with Professional Standards Administration. An outline of the course in provided in the Professional Standards Toolbox on MAR's Web site.
MAR will be holding a two-day grand educational opportunity for members this September 14-15 at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. The event will include a 2 hour continuing education session “Building Agency: Establishing Transparent Agency Relationships with Clients” with instructor Stephanie Jones. The cost for registration for the event will be $249 and includes: • 2 Hour Continuing Education Course “Building Agency: Establishing Transparent Agency Relationships with Clients.” • One night accommodation • Full breakfast • No tipping within the Grand Hotel • Reception with complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres. • Daily coffee breaks • Free golf greens fees on The Jewel (cart fee required) • Free tennis court time Start spreading the word to your members who would be interested in going grand with knowledge this fall! Look for more information including registration details, on MAR’s web site.
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