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A Message from Vail Board of Realtors®

Next week on Tuesday we are hosting a Cyber Fraud Prevention class from 12:30pm-1:30pm and I would like to encourage you to attend. This class is free and you get 1 CE credit. Cyber Fraud continues to be an issue in this industry and it is very important that you understand this topic.  Click Here to register for next weeks class. 
 
Below is another useful video from the CAR Legal Bites series that discusses Realtors® and Cyber Fraud and how to protect yourself and your clients.
CAR Legal Bites- Cyber Fraud
CAR Legal Bites- Cyber Fraud

Erica Kirk 
Association Executive 
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VBR EDUCATION

January 23rd:
Cyber Fraud Prevention 
12:30pm-1:30pm
Instructor: Robert Howe 
1 CE Credit  
FREE

January 23rd:
Intermediate MLS 
Vail Pro Designation
2:00pm-4:00pm
Instructor: Patty Sandoval 
FREE

January 24th:
CREC Annual Update
 
8:30am-12:30pm 
Instructor: John Gilliam
4 CE Credits
$40 Investment 
REGISTER-   - CLASS IS FULL

January 25th:
Contracts Section By Section
9:00am-4:00pm
Instructor: John Gilliam
6 CE Credits
$60 Investment

February 8th:
REALFire® Program Video
Vail Pro Designation 
Instructors : Wildfire Expert Panel 
2 CE Credits
FREE

CLICK HERE to register for more then one class or view all the classes for the year. 
BECOME A VAIL PRO TODAY!

H ow to get started?

1st: Review the education  tracking sheet  to determine which classes you would like to take.
 
2nd: Review the class schedule and get signed up for the classes you want to take. 
 
3rd: Once you complete 80% of total classes hours (46 hours) submit your Vail Pro Designation application.
 
Note: It is your responsibility to track your classes and submit the application to become a Vail Pro. 
MLS TRAINING 
 
January 30th
Beginner MLS Class
9:30am-10:30am 

February 14th
Client Portal/ Reverse Prospecting 
9:30am-10:30am

March 8th
Customizing Grids/ Exports
9:30am-10:30am  

Please email Patty at  ([email protected])   to register for the following MLS training classes. Please indicate the class(es) you would like to attend in the subject line.  All classes are held at the VBR Office.  
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Congratulation to our New Members for  December
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Phone: 866-730-7114 
 
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Phone: 888-765-9223

Tech Helpline: 
Phone: 866-619-8170

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Phone: 877-736-8745
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 TECHNOLOGY 

Future Tech: Tools that will change our work and our homes

Imagine this. It's the day before Christmas 2025 as you dash into the Amazon Mall for a last-minute gift. Pepper is there to greet you. Pepper immediately knows you are anxious. It patiently and calmly answers your questions, directing you to the right place for that perfect gift. Pepper saves your day and makes you feel great. Pepper is also a robot from Softbank that can read and respond to human emotion.
NEW YEAR, SAME RESOLVE

Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a safe and wonderful holiday season.

Last year ended with the president signing the tax reform bill into law. While NAR remains concerned about the overall structure of the final bill, the advocacy of NAR members, as well as consumers, helped NAR to gain some important improvements throughout the legislative process. The final legislation will benefit many homeowners, homebuyers, real estate investors and NAR members as a result. We encourage you to learn more about the  Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and how it will impact real estate professionals.
AFFILIATE SPOTLIGHT 

East West Destination Hospitality 

We offer genuine hospitality management services that always keep the destination in mind. For over 30 years, we've provided discerning homeowners with peace of mind. We are dedicated to preserving your property's value through unparalleled management and optimal results.  We believe in enduring relationships in the mountain communities we  serve:  Vail,  Beaver  Creek,  Lake  Tahoe,  and  Snowmass.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT - Allow our deep expertise in all aspects of property management to protect your asset. We conduct regular inspections, offer professional and courteous housekeeping, prompt and efficient maintenance, detailed accounting, bill-paying services and much more.