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THE REALTOR ® WAY
Missouri REALTORS ® Leadership Academy
Missouri REALTORS ® is now accepting Leadership Academy applications for the 2020-2021 class! Please note this year's application deadline is April 3. 

Through this program, Missouri REALTORS ® trains emerging REALTOR ® leaders so that they may exert a positive influence on the future of Missouri REALTORS ® , their Local Boards/Associations, and the industry. Scholarship money is available to help cover the tuition for up to two participants. 

Missouri REALTORS ® accepts applicants from all over the state, so help spread the word and encourage other REALTORS ® to apply!
St. Louis REALTORS ® Leadership Academy
St. Louis REALTORS ® Leadership Academy is beginning its third year and the program continues to excel! Leadership Academy is designed to foster our members’ professionalism and growth into leaders which will assist them in all aspects of their life; not just real estate. Each of the eight full-day sessions will focus on a different aspect of leadership, such as public speaking, giving back to the community, and team building. This is also a great opportunity for Brokers to invest in those agents that have expressed a need to rise to the next level. 

For more details about the program, please contact Tracey Yost at tyost@stlrealtors.com .
Resi-mercial Members – Dues notices for membership in both divisions will be sent out March 1!
Attention:  St. Louis REALTORS ® members, primary in our Residential Division, but who also are members of our Commercial Division!  Dues renewal for your Commercial Division membership will be sent out March 1 and due April 15 . The additional dues assessment due at this time is $100.

A reminder that your Commercial Division membership includes:

  • Complimentary commercial-specific education from St. Louis REALTORS®.
  • Access to St. Louis REALTORS® approved online commercial forms.
  • Most favorable pricing for a subscription ($85 per month) to the Catylist Commercial Research platform, including the broadcast email “haves” and “needs” system.
  • Complimentary ticket to the “Heavy Hitters” annual awards.
  • On mailing list for all commercial centric networking events and classes. 

If you are not a member of the Commercial Division and want to learn more please contact our Commercial Services Manager Chris Condra at ccondra@stlrealtors.com  or the Membership Department at membership@stlrealtors.com .

NOTE: Primary Commercial Division members will also receive a similar dues assessment on March 1 of $100 for membership in the Residential Division and access to its menu of services. 
Catalyst Quick Facts
Our members pay $85/mo. for Catylist (non-members pay $145/mo.) and subscriptions include: Demographics, Moody’s Analytics, Sold Comps, Tenant Information (new), Broadcast Email Marketing, Leads Viewer, Traffic Counts, Market Analytics. Learn more HERE ! 

All subscriber listings submitted to Catylist receive exposure, at no additional charge, on a fast growing national public listing platform located at commercialexchange.com . 

Subscriptions can be tailored to your business and include month to month options.

To learn how Catylist can help your commercial brokerage grow contact Major Account Executive Al Suguitan at al.suguitan@stlcds.com , or 618-567-4269, or visit stlcds.com . 
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
2020 Census Determines Your Representation & Community Assets
The once a decade survey is just around the corner, beginning mid-March 2020. While this is seen as a hassle to some, REALTORS ® actually benefit from the constitutional mandate because over a trillion dollars go directly to fund local communities and programs that homeowners and businesses alike benefit from. Those allocated dollars could mean the difference in folks staying or moving to neighboring cities and counties.

Significantly, the Census is for fair representation benefiting necessary public services like schools, hospitals, roads and public works. When we all respond, Missouri gets more money to pave our roads and rebuild bridges. When we don’t respond, our political representation is in jeopardy. In 2010, Missouri lost a seat in Congress because not everyone was counted. We can’t risk losing another voice for Missouri in Washington, D.C.

Another key point is the census data acquired helps not only the federal government but helps “the  National Association of REALTORS ®  understand housing needs, demand, and trends.” As a result, these insights can assist in your businesses message, be used as a resource to meet your target markets, and prepare for the future.

Now for the first time the Census Bureau allows for online submission, along with responses through phone and mail. We encourage you as a REALTOR ® to participate and urge those around you to join the 1.4 million REALTORS ® nationwide to pass on the word to clients and your community the importance of the census and its impact on community interests.
For more information about the 2020 Census, visit  2020census.gov  or  nar.realtor/census .
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.

Sign up today and you’ll be entered to win a $250 Amazon Gift Card!
EDUCATION AT ITS BEST
2020 Continuing Education Schedule
The 2020 continuing education schedule is available online and as a printable PDF!

Be sure to check out all of our first quarter course offerings and don't forget to include Code of Ethics – it is a core requirement for license renewal this cycle!  

Have questions? Please contact the Education Department at education@stlrealtors.com or call us at 314.275.7888.
St. Louis REALTORS ® Conference Center Rentals
Planning a meeting or 2020 business planning session? St. Louis REALTORS ® offers special member rates that include state-of-the-art audiovisual capabilities including screens, projector, microphones, wireless internet, and more! Beverage and food service is also available.

For rates and available dates, please complete our Room Rental Request form and email to Karen Dunn at kdunn@stlrealtors.com . 

Rooms are available for rent Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
Want to learn more about our educational events & classes, click H E RE .
REALTORS ® GIVE BACK
Become a Giving Sponsor in 2020!
St. Louis REALTORS ® Foundation's mission is to engage in philanthropic and community activities, positioning the Foundation as a viable and visible contributor to St. Louis quality of life, and to help make the American dream of home ownership possible for all in Greater St. Louis area.

You can become a sponsor in 2020 by donating to the Foundation today as part of its Giving Program. See our levels of contribution below:

  • Homemaker ($1000+)
  • Key Holder ($651–999)
  • Roof Raiser (301–650)
  • Foundation Friend ($100-300)

Your generosity will support the American dream of Homeownership!
St. Louis REALTORS ® Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Organization and is formerly known as the REALTORS ® Housing Assistance Fund.
HAPPENING AT ST. LOUIS REALTORS ®
February 17 | St. Louis REALTORS ® Closed
February 19 | Urban Affairs
March 11 | Urban Affairs
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