Top Headlines for July 17
GNN interviews County Executive Ryan McMahon
In our newest episode of GNN, GSAR CEO Lynnore Fetyko “sits down” via Zoom with Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon to discuss the county’s outlook as the reopening process moves forward. McMahon also shares his thoughts on the role REALTORS ®  can play keeping the recovery on track and the outlook for commercial real estate in the months ahead. 
GSAR delivers eye opening seminar on cultural sensitivity
We hope you were able to attend our Cultural Sensitivity and Awareness seminar this week. REALTOR ® Linda Lugo gave a very informative and eye opening presentation on getting to know other cultures and being sensitive to the unique traits and customs of each. If you were unable to attend the seminar, or would like to share it with your fellow REALTORS ® , you can view the recording here , and the handout from the session here .
Have you completed your census questionnaire?
NAR partnered with the U.S. Census Bureau to encourage members to participate in this year’s decennial census. Ensuring a complete and accurate census count is a top priority for NAR. Census data helps local and state governments, the federal government and others learn more about communities across the country. The data also helps NAR better understand housing needs, demands and trends. Syracuse and likely most of the region has been identified by NAR as being below the national response rate. You can complete your census form here .

MLS Tips
Learn about creating, importing and managing contacts in Matrix
Matrix has many YouTube videos available to teach you tips and tricks of the program! Within Matrix, click on the "Help" tab and "Matrix Video Tutorials." Here is a video that will teach you how to manage your contacts.
Zillow clarifies rental listing fee

CNYIS and GSAR members recently received an email from Zillow regarding a fee for rental listings beginning on Aug. 3, 2020.

CEO Lynnore Fetyko contacted Zillow based upon member concerns and received the following explanation:
 
“We have been rolling out a new program this year with our existing Zillow Rental Manager (ZRM) tool. This program is just coming to NY. It is a tool that property managers, FSBO’s, third party rental sites, etc. use to feed rental properties onto our site. Some agents have entered their rentals directly into the tool as well.
 
On August 3, there will be a fee for these rentals that come into our site this way .   Your members who enter their rentals into the MLS will NOT be charged to have their listings on Zillow. Please don’t let the email they received confuse them. This is only   for agents who are entering their listings into this tool. They can have their listings on Zillow for free, like always, if they enter them into the MLS. Nothing has changed here.”
Education
Learn how to properly navigate multiple offers
Knowing how to handle multiple offers is a must in today's market. Multiple offers: Handle with Care! on July 29 starting at 9 a.m. will teach you to navigate the ethical, legal and strategic pathways that arise in multiple offer situations. Class discussion will focus on: concerns of the participants; Articles of the Code of Ethics that pertain to multiple offers; red flags; and indisputable facts about handling multiple offers. This Zoom course satisfies 2.0 hours of DOS required Law of Agency training.
Click here to register in your member portal.
Work on your designation Courses virtually
Certified International Property Specialist course set for Aug. 4-6
The Americas course will teach you to research, analyze and apply market information to work with international clients from the Americas. You'll also learn how to build relationships, and facilitate transactions. Learn more and register here for Zoom-based course scheduled for Aug. 4 through 6 from 9:30 a.m. to noon each day.
Pricing Strategy Advisor class scheduled for Aug. 4-6
NAR's Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) course will enhance your skills in pricing properties, creating CMAs, working with appraisers, and guiding clients through the anxieties and misperceptions they often have about home values. Learn more and register here for Zoom-based course scheduled for Aug. 4 through 6 from 9:30 a.m. to noon each day.
Upcoming Virtual Continuing Education

  • Multiple Offers: Handle with Care!
July 29, 9 a.m. - noon

  • Killer House You Have There
August 12, 9 a.m. - noon




NOTE: Virtual CE classes require that you have a camera and a microphone. You must view a Zoom tutorial or be familiar with the basic Zoom functions. In order to receive CE credit, you must be visible and be able to communicate verbally during the entire class - no exceptions. 
Thanks to our sponsor
Member Benefits and Events
Next T3 will focus on cybersecurity
Plan now to attend the next T3 session on July 27 at 1 p.m. to learn about cybersecurity from Dawn Lanouette and Stacey Axtell from Hinman, Howard & Kattell Attorneys ( HH&K). They will cover:
 
  • The evolution of cybercrime.
  • How to protect your data. 
  • Cybersecurity laws including the NYS SHIELD Act. 
  • The dangers uncovered in the remote workforce during COVID.
  • Social media safety for businesses.
  • Preparing to respond to a cybersecurity breach.

Seminar is sponsored by Hinman, Howard & Kattell Attorneys.

No registration is required to participate in this Zoom session. Just click on the the link and use the information below:


Meeting ID: 857 9635 4615
Password: 885691
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun to present to GSAR members in August
GSAR members will have the opportunity to hear an economic update from NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun during Raising the Bar #3 on August 20, starting at 10 a.m.

Yun will share his insight on the national economy as well as a look into our local economy and marketplace.

Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon will also join us to provide a local update on the state of the county.

Watch your email and future editions of Hot News for registration information.
GSAR Featured Member Benefit
Body work for your car
at a discounted rate

Morales Collision, Inc.  offers 15-percent off an owner's deductible (up to $150) or a $50 savings on repairs not using a deductible. Call Carlos Morales at 315-452-5555 for more information about this program
New Affiliate Spotlight
Welcome Dickinson Environmental Consulting

GSAR welcomes it's newest affiliate member, Dickinson Environmental Consulting. The company provides environmental testing services including:
mold testing; mold assessment reporting; asbestos testing and reporting; testing and reporting for the source of odor causing VOC (volatile organic compounds); radon mitigation and testing services; moisture and water intrusion evaluation; and consulting with recommended solutions. Dickinson Environmental has been in business since 2012 and its environmental specialists have more than 48 years of combined service experience. For more information, call 315-256-4904 or vist www.DickinsonEnvironmental.com
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