Top Headlines for June 26
Learn how to set up a virtual showing and virtual open house in the newest GNN
Watch the most recent edition of the GSAR News Network (GNN), where CEO Lynnore Fetyko and MLS Director Denise Yerdon discuss the different virtual options available through CNYIS and walk you thru setting them up easily.
Important videos for all to watch - "Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing"
All members are encouraged to watch NYSAR's Implicit Bias Video and NAR's "Bias Override: Overcoming the Barriers to Fair Housing." Because bias of any sort can be applied without intending it, we feel strongly that every REALTOR® needs to view these thoughtful presentations on the topic.
Greater Syracuse region housing market prices rise; sales ‘pause’ in May
The May housing market was a mixed bag throughout the Greater Syracuse region as the effects of the New York on Pause response to the COVID-19 pandemic drove a 9.4 percent increase in the median sales price and a significant decrease in closed sales compared to last May, according to the housing market report released this week by the Greater Syracuse Association of REALTORS ® . The median price rose to $152,000, while closed sales in the region fell 33.8 percent from May 2019 to 534 for the month. Learn more here .
GSAR offers reminders for best practices and safe showings during reopening
Please utilize these two posters that offer excellent reminders of what we all can be doing as professionals to keep real estate moving in CNY!
MLS Tips
MLS Tip: Public remarks are for property description only
The MLS Rules and Regulations have been updated and now public remarks in the MLS cannot contain any information that does not help to describe the property. If there are things that you would like agents to make their buyers aware of, please put those details in the private remarks.

“Public” Remarks Section – This section is reserved to further describe the property being offered for sale or lease. It should NOT contain: anything that is not about the property itself including marketing information; showing infomation; personal information; company information; web addresses; phone numbers; co-listers; links; bonus information; other inappropriate information, unless required by MLS Rules or guidelines.
We are making it easy for you to schedule virtual showings and virtual open houses
Please take advantage of these virtual offerings. This is the best way to keep everyone safe. We think once you try them, you will love the time savings too!


Learn to conduct a virtual open house (open to many people at one time)

Learn to schedule a virtual showing (open to one party at a time)
Education
Instructors, team leaders, coaches:
Learn to communicate more effectively
Attend this Instructor Training Institute designed to produce real results by actively engaging participants in building their skills, before, during and after the program. The ITI, set for July 21 through 23 via Zoom, is not your typical training program! This institute is perfect for instructors, coaches, team leaders and others who want to communicate in more impactful and meaningful ways.
Register online here
Apply for a designation course scholarship before July 31
The July 31 application deadline for designation course scholarships from the New York State Real Estate Education Foundation is rapidly approaching.

Scholarships are available for New York REALTORS who have at least one year experience in real estate sales and wish to pursue a NAR designation, such as the Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), Green, Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI), Resort and Second-home Property Specialist (RSPS), and Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES).
 
Why earn a designation? 
  • Increase your income
  • Enhance your professional image
  • Boost your confidence
  • Gain valuable expertise

Nearly all of the designation courses also qualify for continuing education credit. Don't miss a great opportunity to attend high quality courses taught by top rated instructors, earn a designation and fulfill your licensing requirements.
 
Applications are available at  NYSREEF.org . Members who apply by July 31 will be notified in October. The next deadline is Dec. 31.
July Virtual Continuing Education

  • Crash Course in Contracts: Avoid the Pitfalls
July 15, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.




NOTE: Virtual CE classes require that you have a camera and a microphone. You must view a Zoom tutorial or be familiar with the basic Zoom functions. In order to receive CE credit, you must be visible and be able to communicate verbally during the entire class - no exceptions. 
Work on earning designations
to enhance your career

MRP - Military Relocation Professional
July 14, 15, and 16 
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM each day
6.5 CE Hours
 
GRI-5 - Buyers
July 14, 15, and 16
1:30 PM to 4:00 PM each day
Satisfies 3 hrs. Fair Housing and 2 hrs. Agency
7.5 CE Hours
 
View course details and register here
Register early – classes fill up fast! All classes delivered via Zoom
Thanks to our sponsors
Member Benefits and Events
Online marketing that works 24/7, even when you're not
The Elevate technology company is bringing its Social Media Marketing Summer Series to GSAR members via Zoom on July 9 at 10 a.m. This one-hour, free webinar will address the six marketing channels that every agent needs to leverage, tips for automating marketing workflows, and how to deliver the highest results for the least amount of work.
GSAR 2020 golf outing update
In order to offer our members the best and safest golfing experience possible, we have decided to postpone our Annual Golf Outing until Sept. 21. Mark your calendars. We would love to be able to see you all at the Links at Erie Village.
NAR's REALTORS Conference & Expo will go virtual
The 2020 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, originally scheduled for Nov. 13-16 in New Orleans, will transition to a fully virtual format given the ongoing health and safety concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In May, NAR held its Legislative Meetings in a virtual format for the first time. Some 28,000 members and association staff registered for the event, roughly triple the average participation at the annual gathering.

NAR will announce details, including registration information, in the coming weeks.
GSAR Featured Member Benefit
Apply for the GSAR BJ's Wholesale Club discount program through July 8
Many GSAR members take advantage of the discounted BJ's Wholesale Club membership benefit, which is one of many available to association members. To take advantage of the current sign-up opportunity use the links below before July 8.

New BJ's members save between $30 and $60 for an annual membership! Renewing members save between $15 and $30, and receive an extra month of membership!

Click here for the flyer with more details on each program

If you are a renewing BJ's member, use this application

If you are a new BJ's member, use this application

Applications must be submitted by email to teneyck@cnyrealtor.com by July 8. Sorry, no exceptions.

Welcome new GSAR Members!
The Greater Syracuse Association of REALTORS ® welcomes its newest members and wishes them great success
 
Diane Finnegan
Keller Williams Syracuse
315-701-6900
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