GLAR Weekly News Update
Did You Vote Yet? Election Ends Tomorrow at 12:00PM
Don't forget to cast your vote for your new GLAR and MSI leaders ! Voting remains open until Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 12:00pm.
 
REALTOR Members of GLAR can vote for seven (7) members to serve on the GLAR Board of Directors . Participants and Subscribers of MSI can vote for two (2) members to serve on the MSI. Board of Directors . Click here to view candidates.
 
If you prefer to vote by paper ballot, you may do so anytime during the election period. Paper ballots will be available at the Association office.
What We Think About Fair Housing

Check out our new 1-minute video featuring our very own REALTOR Members making their voices heard about fair housing and why it is so important to our industry and the community!
Don't Miss Boost Your Business with Peter Chabris - AUGUST 22
Guest speaker Peter Chabris will give an intensive dive into database mastery and help you develop a plan that should yield a 10-15% return on your database! Peter will share the mindset, tools, systems and best practices, as well as scripts and dialogues his team used to achieve Database Mastery.

In this session, you will learn how to systematically communicate with your database via multiple forms of media, events and promotions. Learn the schedule, scripts, mindset and tools to earn a 15% return on your Sphere of Influence (SOI). Simply stated: if you are not consistently closing 15 sales for every 100 people in your SOI, you need to be in this session! Hear more here .
Outdated Headshot? We've Got You Covered!
What:  Update your marketing headshot!
Where : GLAR Office - 6300 Dutchmans Pkwy
When: Tuesday, August 21st thru Friday, August 24th ONLY!
How: Click HERE to set your appointment
 
First impressions are important in real estate. With over 20 years of national experience, Studio 16 will take the time to capture the perfect image creating incredible agency shots for all your marketing needs. As you watch, they expertly retouch your images, removing unsightly skin imperfections like shine, shadows, wrinkles and scars. Your purchase options will be explained as you consider which images best suit your marketing needs as you view and approve their work. There is NO sitting fee, no obligation, and you will receive a complimentary 4 x 6 print of your favorite image for framing. You can also view their gallery at http://www.facebook.com/studio6teen.
Flood Insurance Extension Clears Hurdle
House lawmakers passed a four-month extension of the National Flood Insurance Program on July 25th. Action now turns to the Senate. About 105,000 REALTORS® have sent letters to their members of Congress urging action under NAR’s Call for Action , which will end once the Senate votes.
Contingency of Sale at Next Rookie Event - August 10
Guest Speaker Allison Bartholomew will be presenting a workshop on Contingency of Sale/Closing of Buyer’s Property . Learn how to use this often confused form correctly from each client’s perspective (Buyer vs Seller). New(ish) to the real estate industry? Or, just want to get a refresher? Rookies workshops are for you! Register to attend this free session on August 10th at 9:00am to 10:30am on IMS under Events.

MLS News & Updates
Homesnap Save Searches Update
Homesnap has just introduced Saved Searches, which allow agents to set up searches using their clients' preferred search criteria that deliver the homes their clients are most interested in. Saved Searches make agents even more responsive to their clients' needs by identifying the most relevant listings for each client in real time. Find out more .
Vacancy at Kentucky RPAC
The Kentucky RPAC Board of Trustees currently has a vacancy for a Trustee from Region 3. If you are interested in being considered for nomination, please contact Lisa Stephenson, Lisa@LouisvilleRealtors.com  for a nomination form. 
Legislative Update
Legislative issues impact your real estate business everyday! Our government affairs representatives are continually working to remain on top of issues that affect your profession. Read the latest report.
Weekly Stats - Residential Single Family & Condo
Listings
July 15 - 21, 2017 = 599
July 15 - 21, 2018 = 574

Solds
July 15 - 21, 2017 = 433
July 15 - 21, 2018 = 359

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