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From the Desk of Mark Bergman Association Executive 

This column is away this week. 
Best of the Blogs
How Is Conditional Approval Different From Preapproval?
When you inquire about qualifying for a home loan, you'll likely hear the term "conditionally approved," but might not be sure what that means or how it differs from a preapproval. We're here to explain so you can be in the know!
What's driving real estate's home listing shortage?
There's a definite lack of housing inventory, and part of it can be
attributed to sellers staying put
"Inventory," "low inventory," "multiple offers," "low," "high," "strong," "new" - these words paint a clear picture of an unbalanced housing market, one where buyers are competing for too-few homes for sale.
Why productivity suffers when agents schedule their own tasks
Agents falter in their responsibilities when they don't have a system that helps them manage their to-do's
Many jobs involve completing a series of sequential, prearranged tasks. Teachers grade papers, chefs cook food to order, real estate agents contact leads. Over the years, tasks have become more systematized despite the growing freedom technology offers. Why is that?
VBR EDUCATION

May 17th:
Proven Tax Strategies for Real Estate Professionals
1:30pm- 4:00pm
Vail Board of Realtors®
FREE

May 25th:
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy
9:00am-11:00am
Vail Board of Realtors®
Instructor: Nikki Maline
$10 Investment
2 CE Credits
Receive  credit for: Vail Pro Designation

May 31st:
Vail Valley History
1:00pm-3:30pm
Eagle Library followed by tour of Historical Museum
Instructor: Kathy Heicher
$20 Donation to Historical Society 
Receive credit for: Vail Pro Designation 

June 7th:
REALFire® Class
12:00pm-2:00pm
Vail Board of Realtors®
Instructor: Wildfire Experts
FREE- Lunch & Learn 
2 CE Credits 
Receive credit for: Vail Pro Designation 

June 13th & 14th: 
Council of Residential Specialist 
Technologies to Advance Your Business (CRS 206)
8:30am-5:00pm
Vail Board of Realtors®
Instructor: Rich Sands
16 CRS Credit & 8 CE Credits
Receive credit for: Vail Pro Designation
$300 Investment - Includes lunch & snacks
price increases May 15th 
Video from the instuctor
REGISTER

June 27th:
Eagle County Schools District Overview & Update
9:00am-11:00am
Vail Board of Realtors®
Instructor: Tammy Schiff
Receive credit for: Vail Pro Designation 
$10 Investment 
REGISTER





CLICK HERE to register for more then one class or view all the classes for the year. 
VBR MLS Training 

More Classes Coming Soon... 


Please email Patty Sandoval    ([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.  

CAR Legal Bites 

Colorado Association of REALTORS®' General Counsel Scott Peterson discusses when is agency your only option.
TB or Not TB
TB or Not TB


Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation 

Habitat Build Day! 

Join the Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation for a Habitat Build Day. This will be a day of construction, networking, and Fun!  No Experience is required. 

When: Monday, June 19th
Where: 138 Nighthawk Circle 
 Gypsum, CO 81637  
Time: 8:30am- 3:30pm
Lunch from 12:00pm-12:45pm
Construction, Networking, & Fun!
Construction, Networking, & Fun!









Contact Erica Kirk at [email protected] to sign up! 
In This Issue
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VBR General 
Membership Meeting

Thursday, June 22nd 
8:00am-11:00am
Manor Vail Lodge 

Meeting Schedule:
*Breakfast & Affiliate Expo
*Board of Directors Updates
Keynote Speakers:
Marki Lemons-Ryhal 
*It's Not You It's New

Marki Lemons-Ryhal
Marki Lemons-Ryhal

Thanks for Sponsoring New Member Orientation 
Education Reminders

J anuary 1st began a new NAR Code of Ethics training cycle. The cycle is now two years. Every Realtor® must complete Code of Ethics (COE) training between now and December 31, 2018. 

Managing Brokers  a new 3 year cycle has just begun which you must complete a Procuring Cause class to maintain your VBR membership. 
You have until December 31, 2019 to complete this class 
 
Click here to read more about requirements.
Congratulation to our New Members for April
Click Here  to see our Newest REALTORS® and
Affiliate Members
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VBR Support Lines
MLS Rapattoni Help Line: 
Phone: 866-730-7114 
 
MLS Touch App:
Phone: 888-765-9223

Tech Helpline: 
Phone: 866-619-8170

Sentrilock Support:  
Phone: 877-736-8745
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REALFire.net

HOME Magazine
VBR Affiliate Spotlight 

Specialized Solutions & WaterCop 

Locally owned and operated, Specialized Solutions has been selling, installing and servicing moisture detection equipment in the valley for 14 years.  One of our featured product lines is WaterCop Pro.

The WaterCop PRO line can offer any homeowner, whether they are a full time residence or own a vacation home, peace of mind protection from flood damage due to a leaky appliance or a broken pipe.

The homeowners' insurance provider will many times offer substantial premium discounts for the installation of a WaterCop system.

How does it work: throughout the home a series of wireless sensors are installed in strategic water bearing locations. In the event of a water leak, a wireless signal is transmitted to the actuated ball valve that is installed on the main water supply line and the water flow is turned off. The WaterCop can be integrated into the homeowners existing security system for immediate notification or choose from WIFI technology. A temperature sensor is included with the system that will trigger the shut off valve in the event the ambient temperature in the home drops below acceptable levels.

The last thing one of our part-time residents wants to happen is finding flood damage when they arrive in town. Not only will it ruin their visit but, the damage to the residence can be costly and very often ruin personal irreplaceable family treasures.
 
For a free assessment contact Clay Ireton (970) 471-0506