April eNewsletter A publication by the Mid-Valley Association of REALTORS® Issue XVIII 2021
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In this Issue:
Message from the Board President
April is Fair Housing Month
Education Opportunities
Commercial Real Estate Resources
Oregon REALTORS® Spring Governance
REALTOR® Member Resources
Committee Reports
Executive Officer & New REALTORS® Report
MVAR®, OR® & NAR® Resources
Check out our Business Partners
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A message from the President
Welcome to April!
We have completed our Board of Director's planning session and agreed to focus on increasing member engagement in 2021. It was beneficial for your Directors to review our history of interaction and collaborate on suggestions and new ideas.
As we move forward, the directors will be working together on several task force groups to identify areas of improvement in our Bylaws, RPAC Fundraising, Annual Awards and Communication.
Until next time,
Chad Harvey, President
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Every April REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 with events and education that shine a light on housing discrimination and segregation, and a recommitment to expanding equal access to housing.
Implicit bias is often a manifestation of muscle memory. A go-with-your-gut unconscious choice, act, or opinion with immeasurable consequences that can, and have impacted generations.
Slow down, course correct, and take action. Throughout the year we must remain steadfast in our commitment breaking down biases, holding ourselves accountable, and upholding the letter of the law.
So, refresh your memory, and open your mind. There’s always more to know, and we can all do better.
Check yourself. Educate yourself. Hold yourself accountable. Because That’s Who We R®.
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General Membership Meeting
Virtual Live Webinar
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
8:30am - 10:00am
"Navigating the Current Market"
(1 continued education hour)
With our panel of guest speakers:
Valerie Boen, Principal Broker - Harcourts NW Oregon Realty Group
Tina Kessler, Principal Broker - Coldwell Banker Mountain West Real Estate
Terry Silbernagel, Principal Broker - Agri-Business Real Estate Services
Jim Sparkman, Principal Broker - HomeSmart Realty Group
Brian White, Principal Broker - Paramount Real Estate Services
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A message from the Professional Development Committee
Happy Spring Fellow MVAR® Members! This month we have some great continuing education opportunities for you.
There are two separate designation courses being offered thanks to our partnership with Oregon REALTORS®. You should have already received an email invite for the upcoming course "Sellers Representative Specialist". This is a four day virtual course worth 12 CE credits, plus completes the prerequisites for the "SRS" Realtor Designation. This is a nationally recognized premier credential. Also, if you are working on your GRI designation you can sign up for the April course now. This month the GRI topic is "Contracts".
The Professional Development Committee is excited to bring you some new faces at the April General Membership Meeting. We will be hosting six Principal Broker members to discuss the current real estate market. All of the member panelists come from differing brokerage style backgrounds and are preparing to share their insights on what practices, obstacles and predictions they are experiencing within the changing market. The committee has prepared them with some topics we know everyone will want to hear about to include multiple offers, inventory shortages, fair housing practices etc..
Is there something front of mind you'd like to hear these Principal Brokers discuss and share about? Please reach out ahead of time or be prepared to enter your questions in the Q&A during the Zoom Webinar. The more participation from the audience, the more value this meeting will bring to all members. Special thanks to these panelists for their willingness to join us in this worthwhile discussion!
Lastly in April, Steve Strode with the Oregon Real Estate Agency along with Ronda Wymore with WVMLS will be presenting a one hour Risk Advisory on current record keeping requirements. Steve will be providing a helpful refresher along with any changes the agency has made in regards to what information you should be saving. Ronda will be assisting to demonstrate how to access different records within Paragon.
As always, the Professional Development Committee welcomes your ideas for continuing education topics and feedback! You are always welcome to reach out to the MVAR® office or myself.
Sabrina Jones, Chair
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April 2021 Continued Education Class Schedule
General Membership Meeting - Navigating The Current Market
Principal Broker Panel: Valerie Boen, Harcourts NW Oregon Realty Group; Tina Kessler, Coldwell Banker, Terri Silbernagel, Agri-Business Real Estate Services; Jim Sparkman, HomeSmart Realty Group; and Brian White, Paramount Real Estate Services
1 Continued Education Hour
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
8:30am - 10:00am
Location: Virtual Zoom Webinar
Seller Representative Specialist Designation Course
12 Continued Education Hours
Thursday's April 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th, 2021
9:00am - Noon
Location: Virtual Zoom Webinar
GRI - Contracts
6 Continued Education Hours
Thursday, April 15th and Friday April 16th, 2021
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location Virtual Zoom Webinar
Real Estate Record Keeping
Special Guests: Steve Strode, OREA and Ronda Wymore, WVMLS
1 Continued Education Hour
Wednesday, April 28th, 2021
9:00am - 10:00am
Location: Virtual Zoom Webinar
Mark your calendar for Upcoming Events and Educational Opportunities:
May 6th & May 7th - GRI - Negotiations 6 CE Hours 9:00am-noon Register Here!
May 12th - General Membership Meeting - TBA 8:30am-10:00am - Registration coming soon!
May 26th - The In & Outs of Staying in Your Lane - Presented by Deb Nolen & Richard Mario 9:00am - 10:00am Registration coming soon!
June 3rd - Law and Rules Required Course (LARRC) - Instructor Sue Curths 9:00am - noon Registration coming soon!
We will update educational class opportunities as they becomes available on our website and email notice.
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A message from our Willamette Valley Governmental Affairs Director
Thank you for making REALTOR® Day at the Capitol a success!
REALTOR® members participated in virtual meetings with their legislators to discuss key issues to defend homeownership, encourage development, and protect private property rights in Oregon. Over 800 members registered for the event, including more than 100 from Mid-Valley Association of REALTORS®! Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to make this event a great success!
Please mark your calendars now for these upcoming important meetings:
MVAR® Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Tuesday, April 6, 12:00-1:00pm via Zoom
Topics: “Our Salem” Project & important local issues updates
Our Salem’s Project Manager, Eunice Kim, will join us to provide an update on the project and the virtual policy meetings that are scheduled for the community (including REALTORS®) to provide input as the project moves forward. REALTORS® providing constructive feedback on this project is vital for Salem’s future homeownership opportunities and development.
Willamette Valley Regional Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Tuesday, April 13, 11:30-1:00pm via Zoom
Topics: 2021 Legislative Session Update & Local Issues Update
Taylor Shanaman, Oregon REALTORS® Government Affairs Director, will provide an update on the 2021 Legislative Session. 1 CE credit will be issued for participants, but preregistration is required. Register for the meeting here.
For information about any government affairs related issue, or to be placed on the list to get updates on future WVGAC meetings, please contact Willamette Valley Government Affairs Director, Selina Barnes, at selinawvgad@gmail.com or (503) 510-0830.
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Commercial REALTOR® Member Resources |
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3 Days of Commercial Real Estate Networking, Learning, & Deal-Making
Big shots. Big business. Big deals.
Cultivate what’s next in commercial real estate
C5 Summit is the premier US-based commercial real estate event launching in the Fall of 2021, in the heart of the city, at the center of the industry – New York. Come for three days of networking, learning, and deal-making September 27-29, 2021. Registration is now open.
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Commercial Market Insights
March 2021
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Despite the continued economic recovery and the accelerated vaccine distribution, commercial real estate acquisitions fell 59% in February as the lingering impact of the pandemic kept investors at the sidelines.
The dollar volume of acquisitions fell across all property classes: office (-71%), retail (-66%), industrial (-69%), hotel (-49%), and multifamily (-33%). On a year-to-date basis, acquisitions volume declined 53%. Read more here!
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REALTOR® and Affiliate Members - You heard it here!
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Great news from your Board of Directors! At our March meeting the board approved supporting North Willamette Valley Habitat for Humanity and will sponsor $2,500.00 as a Hope Builder to support their home building project in Silverton. - Gina Audritsh, North Willamette Council Chair
Special Events? What Special Events? I started thinking about what does that really mean. . . . special events . . . . hummmmmmm. Guess what? There are “special events” around us even though MVAR® isn’t hosting them. Today the sun is shining; we can now meet friends for a snack and a beverage; generally speaking we are surviving the COVID quarantine!! I think if we all take a minute, we will realize special events are all around us. MVAR® is still “rockin it” behind the scenes trying to stay relevant for our future events. Can’t wait to see you all in person soon! - Lisa McCormick, Special Events Committee Chair
Per WVMLS, as of 3/30/21...Silverton has only 13 "active" residential listings, 22 "active/under contract" and 4 "pending". It has 7 "active" bare land listings, with 3 "active/under contract". There is only 1 "active" multi-family listing and 2 "active/under contract". Silverton has 6 "active" commercial listings with 2 being "active/under contract". - Trudi Schmidt, North Willamette Council Chair.
Another member benefit is the Law and Rule Required Course (LARRC) scheduled June 3rd, 2021 with instructor Sue Curths. Per OREA you must take a LARRC 3 hour continued education within 2 years before renewal of your license.
If you missed our Code of Ethics class in March, as a member benefit we will offer another Code of Ethics class in the winter season 2021.
REALTORS® are required to complete Code of Ethics training of not less than 2 hours, 30 minutes of instructional time. The training must meet specific learning objectives and criteria established by the National Association of REALTORS®. Below are the cycle dates for the Code of Ethics Training Requirement. Training must be completed at anytime during these established cycles. Current Cycle = January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2021 Check your Status Here.
Have you signed up for the Oregon REALTORS® Spring Governance April 5th - 7th, 2021? Get the most from your experience! Read through the program and register for public meetings. 2021 Spring Governance Program.
NAR® is doing more than any other organization to help people access, afford, and protect their homes, communities, and investments. Join us in advancing issues important to the real estate profession and the livelihood of REALTORS® at the virtual 2021 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo May 3 - 14, 2021! Register today.
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2021 Student Scholarships |
The Mid-Valley Association of REALTORS® is proud to offer scholarships to prospective students who live in the jurisdiction we serve including surrounding areas, and who are dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and the achievement of dreams, but may not have the means to make it possible.
Six $500 scholarships are awarded annually to prospective students demonstrating intent to pursue either an academic or vocational career at an accredited college, university or vocational institution. Applicants must be currently living in the jurisdiction we serve as described in our Bylaws. They must be graduating from an accredited high school (including online high schools), home schooled, or are completing their GED or equivalent. Must receive scholarship application by May 14, 2021.
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SARCF dba:
MVAR Community Foundation
Our Community Foundation is funded by members, other donors, and
fundraising events.
The benefits of supporting MVARCF include bettering our community, a better public image for the real estate industry and donations that are tax deductible as charitable contributions".
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Happy Spring Everyone!
Who else is excited for the sunny weather and flowers blooming?
Our MVARCF Board is looking forward to an amazing spring as we continue to work on fundraising ideas to raise proceeds for our non-profit. If you know of a local non-profit seeking assistance, please send them our way! We would love to be able to consider providing a grant for them.
Our fiscal year will end June 30th and we will have available positions on the board. If you are interested in joining the Community Foundation Board or would like more information, please feel free to contact us.
Although Zoom seems to be the new normal, we are hoping to see you all back in person very soon!
Sincerely, Sarie Scott, President
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A Message from the Executive Officer
Hello REALTOR® and Affiliate Members,
Here we are - the first day of April! It is also the month we open up applications for Scholarships! Be sure to check out our website or the article with application guidelines in this newsletter!
Seems like everyone I talk to is so very busy these days. Did you know if you change brokerage offices, change your email or phone number that it is important to contact your local association staff so we may update your records for the local, state and national associations.
We now are placing recordings on our website for viewing at your convenience at "REALTOR RESOURCES" of past class presentations.
Your association is always looking for members to be involved on one of our committees. We would encourage you to connect build your network and support the work we do for you and other members including advocacy, continued educational courses, special events planning, and fund raising to give back to our community on your behalf. Just give us a call and find out how to get more involved or visit us online here!
Congratulations new REALTORS® and Affiliate Members for joining our Association as we continue to grow together. Be sure to check out the new member list below! A warm welcome and congratulations to our new and returning REALTOR® members.
Also, be sure to check out current announcements, calendar of classes, educational videos and much more on our website www.midvalleyassn.realtor.
Thank you for choosing Mid-Valley Association of REALTORS®
Jean Wheat-Palm, Executive Officer
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Welcome New REALTOR® Members |
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Johnnie Lindsey
Haley Smith
Ana Solorio
Sonya Glesmann
James Austin
Julio Quevedo
Rebeca Ramirez
Samantha Lotti
Lisa Graham
Pedro Santana
Rose Cervantes
Allen Hewett
Steven Weibling
Sydney Massingale
Teresa Gormley
John Urstadt
Brandon Lao
Adrienne Blomgren
Leigha Carver
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eXp Realty, LLC
Redfin
Berkshire Hathaway HSREP
Berkshire Hathaway HSREP
Computershare Valuation Services, LLC
Berkshire Hathaway HSREP
Berkshire Hathaway HSREP
eXp Realty, LLC
Berkshire Hathaway HSREP
Berkshire Hathaway HSREP
BrightHome Real Estate Group
HomeSmart Realty Group
Redfin
John L. Scott - Salem
Coldwell Banker Mountain West Real Estate
DAT Real Estate Solutions, PC
HomeSmart Realty Group
BrightHome Real Estate Group
Paramount Real Estate Services
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Welcome New Affiliate Members |
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Allen Stolz
Michael Herrmann
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Commerce Home Mortgage
WIN Home Inspection
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Welcome Returning REALTOR® Members |
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Alexandra Gollersrud
Diana McGowan
Floyd Graham
Cristina Oliveros-Fults
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BrightHome Real Estate Group
John L. Scott – Salem
Gysin Realty Group, LLC
Knipe Realty ERA Powered
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REALTOR® Association Transfers |
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Redfin
HomeSmart Realty Group
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REALTOR® Secondary Member |
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The term REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics |
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Help Shape Salem's Future |
We want to hear your ideas about housing, transportation, parks, and more. Starting March 31, we will hold weekly public meetings on the Our Salem project.
Each week, we will focus on a different topic, with virtual meetings every Wednesday from noon to 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 7 p.m. Choose the time that best fits your schedule. The midday meetings will cover the same material as the evening meetings.
Your input will help shape policies that will guide future growth and development. The policies will support the Our Salem Vision and be incorporated into our updated Comprehensive Plan. Read more here!
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Join Today - committees support the work of the
Mid-Valley Association of REALTORS®.
Your involvement makes a difference!
Review the committees below for an opportunity to serve and represent your Association members in 2021!
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Professional Development
Purpose: Provide opportunities to REALTOR® members to increase their knowledge, skills, and professionalism in order to better serve their
clients and customers. Recommend and review education topics, courses, and instructors for live instruction, webinars and designations.
Meeting Schedule: The third Wednesday of each month, 12:00 pm at the MVAR office or Virtual.
Chairman: Sabrina Jones Company: RE/MAX Integrity
Special Events
Purpose: Develops social functions that bring REALTOR® and Affiliate Association members together in a social atmosphere. Plans community service projects. Collaborates with the Community Foundation Board to organize the Children’s Christmas party, MVAR Awards Banquet, Annual Member Appreciation BBQ, Soup Wars, food drive and other community efforts. The committee plans for assignment of activities, recruits volunteers, and coordinates other actions necessary for successful events.
Meeting Schedule: The third Wednesday of each month, 9:00 am at the MVAR office or Virtual.
Chairman: Lisa McCormick Company: Cherry Creek Mortgage
Government Affairs / RPAC - next meeting April 6th - Noon - 1pm JOIN US HERE!
Purpose: Respond to legislative and political issues of concern to the real estate industry. Interviews candidates for office and assists in
determining support from the Association for local elections. Recommends and facilitates RPAC fund contributions to local candidates and
recommends and facilitates Issues Mobilization fund contributions to local issues and efforts.
Meeting Schedule: The first Tuesday of each month, 12:00 pm at the MVAR office or Virtual.
Chairman: Patrick Sieng Company: Capitol Real Estate
Vice-Chairman: Craig Evans Company: Crown Real Estate Group
Professional Standards and Grievance
Purpose: These committee members are appointed by the President; prerequisite for any member is the NAR Professional Standards training course; responsible for review of ethics complaints.
Meeting Schedule: Meetings are as needed, at the MVAR office or Virtual.
Professional Standards Chair: Laura Dorn Company: Berkshire Hathaway HSREP
Grievance Chair: Don Meyer Company: Re/Max Integrity
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Sign Up for REALTOR® Party Mobile Alerts
REALTOR® Party Mobile Alerts, NAR’s advocacy texting platform, offers REALTOR® Associations and REALTORS® a way to stay connected directly from their cell phone or tablet. When a national or state legislative call for action is launched, subscribers get a short text message, containing information to take action.
REALTORS® can sign up for REALTOR® Party Mobile Alerts using the form below or by texting the word REALTORS to 30644.
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Putting Members First
With the Right Tools, Right Now
In light of the challenges presented by COVID-19, and its impact on the real estate industry, NAR is taking steps to support members through these uncertain times. The Right Tools, Right Now initiative, which was activated once before in 2009, makes new and existing NAR products and services available for FREE or at significant discounts – right now – and is available to REALTORS®. Find out more here.
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OREA Announces Continuing Education Extensions at Renewal |
If you renew your active real estate license in March, you may choose to accept the Agency's one-month extension for continuing education. You are only eligible for an extension if you complete your renewal and pay the renewal fee by your license expiration date.
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Consumer Outreach for REALTORS®
That's Who We "R" National Campaign
The new ads for 2021 capture who you are as REALTORS®, and the authentic relationships you have with your clients and communities.
Visit www.ThatsWhoWeR.realtor to find downloadable social posts, digital banners, print ads, and links to campaign merchandise. For easy personalization and immediate social sharing in a few taps, download the new Photofy app with preloaded campaign materials at https://photofy.com/nar.
Remember, this campaign is a member benefit, and it becomes much more powerful when you associate yourself with the REALTOR® brand. Wear your REALTOR® pin with pride, and incorporate the REALTOR® logo into your promotional materials. That way, when potential clients are “looking for the R”, they will look to you! Read more here.
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Construction Contractors Board (CCB) Homeowner Newsletter Is a Resource for
Real Estate Professionals
Licensing, Education, Contractor Tools, and Consumer Help!
Want more resources from CCB? They will send you publications for free!
CCB provides support to real estate professionals who would like to know more about home improvement projects made during real estate transactions. The agency publishes several brochures with information to help real estate professionals and their clients, including:
Contact CCB to receive copies of these brochures by mail – then share them with your clients! Send an email to ccbeducation@ccb.state.or.us, or call at 503-934-2227.
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Thank you to our Business Partners who support the REALTOR® & Affiliate membership at the Association
Find your network opportunities below to enhance your business success!
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Why bank with Umpqua?
Because we're the kind of bank you'd take home to meet your parents-
the kind of bank you'd be proud to introduce to all your friends.
245 Commercial St SE Suite 200 Salem Or 97301 | Phone: 503.945.2139
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FAQs - NAR’s Partnerships with Commercial Listing Platforms |
Frequently asked questions about NAR’s partnerships with commercial listing platforms
- Which companies have NAR partnered with to offer commercial data listing services to members?
- What are the NAR member discounts on these platforms?
- What about the third platform option, Catylist?
- Where did these partnerships originate?
- How do these listing platform partnerships benefit NAR members?
- How does RPR integration help?
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MVAR® 2020-2021 Leadership |
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Executive Committee
Chad Harvey, President
Ashleigh Fordham, President-Elect
Heidi Hazel, Vice President
Zach Fischer, Secretary
Lisa Santana, Treasurer
Judy Gysin, Past President
Directors
Damonian Pike
Onna McColly
Deanna Gywn
A J Nash
Sabrina Jones
Ashley Contreras
Affiliate Director
Lisa McCormick
North Santiam Council Chair
Drew Johnson
North Willamette Council Chair
Gina Audritsh
Trudi Schmidt
OAR Past President & WVGAC Representative
George Grabenhorst
Administration
Jean Wheat-Palm, Executive Officer
Cheryl Lolkema, Admin/Accounting Assistant
Deborah Hall, Member Services
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Committee Chairs
Government Affairs
Patrick Sieng
Craig Evans
Professional Development
Sabrina Jones
Special Events
Lisa McCormick
Professional Standards
Laura Dorn
Grievance Review
Don Meyer
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Mid-Valley Association of REALTORS®
Advocate, Educate & Serve
Upholding our Code of Ethics
www.midvalleyassn.realtor info@midvalleyassn.realtor
Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm 503.540.0081
physical: 2794 12th St Salem Or 97302
mailing: PO Box 4114 Salem Or 97302
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