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GSAR members may sign up to serve on the association's 2022 committees and task forces through Nov. 15, 2021. Committee participation allows you to share your knowledge and expertise for the benefit of your association and industry. Please use this form to make your committee selections.

Watch your email for your 2022 GSAR dues bill

GSAR members will be receiving the billing notice for their 2022 dues on Monday, Nov. 1, via email. Please make your payment via the member portal by Dec. 31. Thank you for your continued membership in the Greater Syracuse Association of REALTORS®.

Register for GSAR's November 22.5-hour continuing education package before Nov. 1 to take advantage of the discounted member rate of $90, down from $240. The November session classes feature agency, ethics, fair housing and legal topics.

GSAR designed this program to help all members meet their CE requirements including those who may have been previously exempt from CE requirements.

October and November package classes will be delivered virtually via Zoom. The non-member package rate is $270, down from $405. Learn more and register at cnyrealtor.com/CEpackages.

Rising rates won't curb buyer demand

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage moved up for the second consecutive week, averaging 3.09 percent, Freddie Mac reports. “Mortgage rates continued to rise this week due to the trajectory of both the economy and the pandemic,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. “Even as the availability of existing homes is improving, prices remain high due to home buyer demand and limitation on housing starts and permits resulting from the ongoing labor and material shortages.” Freddie Mac economists, the National Association of REALTORS®, and other housing groups are projecting the housing market to remain strong for the rest of the year. Read more.

10 horrifying home design trends: 2021 edition

The Styled, Staged & Sold blog has once again compiled its annual list of the "scariest" home design fads. The trends giving home designers the frights this year range from sliding barn doors and all-white interiors to painted arches and Tuscan kitchen designs. Read more.

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Authentisign classic will not be available after Nov. 18

As the rollout of the new and improved Authentisign continues, the older or "classic" version will no longer be available after Nov. 18 to use for signings. Any current signings in progress with Authentisign classic will be available to finalize as usual. Learn more about the new Authentisign with this Quick Start Guide and this how-to video.

Education

Don't miss these November Classes

Ethics for REALTORS®

3 hours CE - Zoom • Instructor: Don Radke • Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to noon

Are you living by the Code? The REALTOR® Code of Ethics is your pathway to professionalism. Adhering to the Code is what separates you, as a REALTOR®, from other real estate professionals. In this class, you will be reminded of your duties to clients and customers, the public, and your fellow REALTORS®. The professional standards process and Pathways to Professionalism will also be discussed. This class satisfies the NAR ethics training requirement. Register here.

A Review of Real Estate License Law and Recent Legal Matters

1 hour CE - Zoom • Instructor: Vaughn Lane • Nov. 20 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

This course will cover recent legal matters pertaining to Real Estate License Law, Fair Housing Laws, and other notable legal updates. This course satisfies the DOS 1 hour legal update requirement. Register here.

Add these educational opportunities to your calendar:

• Nov. 3 from 9 -10:30 a.m.

Matrix Intro Part 1 -1.5 hours CE - Zoom

Instructor: Bill Roesser

• Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Matrix Intro Part 2 - 1.5 hours CE - Zoom

Instructor: Bill Roesser

• Nov. 3 from 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Matrix 2: Auto Emails and Customization - 1.5 hours CE - Zoom

Instructor: Bill Roesser

Weekly webinars and classes weekly calendar on members' side of cnyrealtor.com

Member Benefits and Events

Planning to attend the NAR Annual Conference; apply for a GSAR scholarship

Registration for the NAR REALTORS® Conference and Expo is open to all members. The conference will take place Nov. 12-15 in San Diego. NAR will offer in-person and virtual options for attendees. GSAR members, who are attending the conference in person, may apply for a GSAR scholarship here.

Save the date! REALTOR® self-defense training set for Nov. 20

Save Saturday, Nov. 20, for a free REALTOR® Self-Defense Training led by Ben Tallini of Haven Jiu Jitsu. Tallini, a black belt jiu jitsu coach will share multiple key self-defense moves that could help potential victims escape from an attacker. The training will run from 6 to 8 p.m. at Haven Jiu Jitsu, 2265 Downer St., Baldwinsville.

Thank you to sponsor C Green Home Inspection Group.

Class size is limited. Register here.