This Friday, Aug 11th
from
12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Every commercial real estate transaction has its own unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to the negotiation of the transaction.
Most of the time, successful negotiations are based on a solid strategy and collaboration however, one may encounter a negotiator that uses tactics or "tricks" during the process. This seminar will focus on strategies, tactics and "tricks" used in negotiations. You will be able to identify, respond to and take advantage of these tactics when used in the negotiation process.
- Create a successful negotiation strategy that works
- Develop tactics that will work in any negotiation
- Identify "tricks" that are used in negotiations and how to respond
- Create power moves for a successful negotiation
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A webinar to discuss the importance of NFIP to REALTORS® has been scheduled for 2:00 PM (Eastern Time) on Thursday, August 10, 2017. learn more>>
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Meet Your 2018
CFR Board of Directors Candidates!
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Voting starts on August 14th, 2017.
Three Year Directors
3 candidates
Jamie-Lynn, Broker/ REALTOR
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Doug Harrington, REALTOR® , ABR, CNE, ePRO, GRI, SPS
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 Ea Ruth, Owner/Broker/ REALTOR®, GRI, SFS |
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2018 Vice-President:
1 candidate (vote for one)
Sherri Pridgen, REALTOR®, ABR, E-PW, GRI, RRS, SRES
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Please join us for RPR Overview for Brokers/Owners and Managers - an introductory workshop to learn how you and your agents can leverage RPR's powerful branding and reporting tools to gain a competitive edge in the marketplace.
- RPR Overview for Brokers/Owners and Managers
- Wednesday, Aug 9 & 23, 2017
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11:00 AM ET & 3:00 PM ET
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NAR Praises Flood Insurance Cooperation
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NAR: Permit Private Flood Insurance
NAR has joined a broad coalition of housing, lending, insurance, and consumer groups to oppose a Federal Housing Administration regulation barring lenders from accepting private flood insurance on FHA-insured loans. Separately, NAR wrote the full Senate to request support for a bill that would remove barriers to the private flood insurance market. Details. read more >>
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Proposal to Rescind Water Rule Released
The Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have released a proposal to rescind a controversial rule that expanded federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act. The next step in the process is a reevaluation by the agencies of the way they define "waters of the United States." read more>>
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Attract Clients with Virtual Reality
AEs: Your members can learn how to start using virtual reality technology to win listings in a free e-book available from Matterport, a virtual reality company. More than three-quarters of real estate professionals in a recent survey say they plan to use-or are already using-virtual reality in their business. Share link to the free e-book.
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INTERESTED IN JOINING A CFR COMMITTEE?
Committees help shape the direction of Cape Fear REALTORS® and its policies. If you want your voice to be heard and want to contribute to the decision-making process, CFRs' committees are a great forum for debate and discussion. Experience on CFR committees is beneficial for those interested in seeking a future leadership role in their association.
REALTORS® interested in serving on a committee must complete a committee request form. Click here for a brief description of current CFR REALTORS® committees.
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2017 REALTOR® Party Resource Guide
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Check out the 2017 REALTOR® Party Association Resource Guide on the REALTOR® Action Center website to learn more about community outreach, campaign services, RPAC and political fundraising and grassroots grant, program, education opportunities and much more. Also, review what programs and resources qualify for the new Vote, Act and Invest Core Standards' requirements.
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CFR Meets RPAC Goal by Mid-June, Despite a 30% Increase in Goal
CAPE FEAR REGION, NC (July 13, 2017) - Thanks to scores of calls made by RPAC Co-Chairs Sharon Laney and Susan Lacy, coupled with Major Investors ($1,000+), and hundreds of members, CFR has again made goal by June. Read More »
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Flood Insurance Bill Move in the Right Direction with Nudge from NAR
WASHINGTON, DC - On Thursday, July 20, through its legislative staff, the National Association of Realtors® Read More »
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Do You Have a PRIVATE or STATE Maintained Road? Make sure you check out this useful resource. NCDOT has added a GIS map that identifies
NCDOT State Maintained Roads (this is only for unincorporated areas). Please be aware the municipalities also maintain the roads and will not show up on the NCDOT GIS, so be sure to check the town or city because they may maintain it or it may be private. ( example:
Town of Leland Maintained Streets List )
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HAS THE LOCAL REAL ESTATE MARKET BEEN AFFECTED BY GENX NEWS?
The survey asked our 2,270 REALTORS® these two questions:
- Have you had a buyer tell you they changed their mind about LOOKING in the Wilmington market over the GenX news?
- Has your Buyer canceled their contract on a home in the Wilmington Area over the GenX news?
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WAVE Transit Short Range Transit Plan
2018 incoming Cape Fear Realtor® President and WAVE Transit board member, Fred Gainey, is helping shape public transportation in New Hanover County. WAVE Transit is in halfway through a Short Range.... Read More »
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The Wilmington Rail Realignment Task Force
In early June,
the
Wilmington Rail Realignment Task Force presented to City Council members
the initial results of a feasibility study that noted it found no 'fatal flaw' in
the proposal. This report signals that
the reality of a major rail realignment...
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Do you know about the REALTOR® PARTNERS Program? Through this program, NC REALTORS® members receive special discounts on the products and services they use most.
Click here to learn more!
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| Thank you to our Value-Plus Business Partners! |
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DIAMOND SPONSORS:
PLATINUM SPONSORS:
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Click on each upcoming event below for details...
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Official Notice of Intent to Amend the Bylaws
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for the meeting report
from
April 18th
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S
ign up now for a key
through our
T
his service is an App for Smartphones
Charges are as follows:
One-time set up fee: $10.00
Monthly key fee: $15.00
You will be billed on the 1st of each month for the monthly key fee. A credit card is required to pay these monthly fees.
Just complete the application found
online
HERE
to obtain the eKey App.
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General FlexMLS System Training Class
New Rules & Regulations
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Instructions for
non-member REALTOR® access
Apple iOS 10.3.3
Apple recently released operating system iOS 10.3.3 for iPhones and iPads. We completed testing of the new iOS with the eKEY app and are happy to announce there are no issues.
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We are very excited to announce a new way for an existing eKEY® user to obtain an eKEY authorization code.
Your members that have an eKEY can now request an authorization code from within the eKEY app. This is useful if they are moving their eKEY service to a new phone or if they receive a 9B0D error when the eKEY gets out of sync with the server.
To obtain an eKEY authorization code from Mobile SupraWEB:
1. Select the SupraWEB icon from within the eKEY app (on the 2nd page of icons), or navigate to supraweb.suprakim.com on your smartphone.
2. Enter eKEY serial number. The eKEY serial number can be found at the top of the eKEY home screen.
3. Enter 4-digit PIN.
4. Select the Association/MLS from the dropdown list.
5. Select Login.
6. Select Authorization Code
7. The authorization code will be emailed to the email address on file in SupraNET.
We are pleased to announce the Supra® eKEY® app is certified as compatible with the new Apple® iPhone® 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. To view the growing list of smartphones and tablets compatible with the eKEY app, please
CLICK HERE.
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Need an Emergency Update Code?
Call 888-968-4032
You will be prompted to enter your eKey Serial Number and your 4 digit Pin Code , plus the# sign.
Your eKey Serial Number can be found by opening your eKey App and it will be displayed at the top of the screen.
Press the Red X on your key pad and select Emergency Update Code and enter the update code that you were given by KimWEB.
This will update your key for the next 24 hours.
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RPR® Introduces New Learning Materials
Let your members know that new materials, including videos, online workshops, and e-books, are available to help them
learn more
about REALTORS Property Resource® (RPR®).
Now, REALTORS® who use zipForm® can go directly to RPR's Property Details page from zipForm®, and vice versa, via one simple click. Create new ZipForms transactions using public records information from RPR.
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BUSINESS PARTNER DIRECTORY
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