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October 19th, 2016

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2016 Annual Membership Meeting a Hit!

The Suburban West REALTORS Association would like to thank the 275 members who attended our 2016 Annual Membership Meeting. In addition to keynote speaker, Dr. G. Terry Madonna, the event also featured the recognition of some very special members.

During the Association-portion of the Annual Meeting, Suburban West Chairman Leann Murphy recognized 18 local REALTORS who have achieved the status of REALTOR Emeritus, an honor extended to dedicated REALTORS who have held Association membership for 40 or more years. "We hope you reflect on your years of service with a sense of pride and satisfaction in helping many local consumers realize their dream of homeownership," said Leann.

The event also featured the final opportunity to vote in our 2017 Board of Directors Election (click here for the election results), purchase chances for the RPAC Sweepstakes for an Apple iWatch (winner: Maria McAnulty - Century 21 The Real Estate Store in Garnet Valley), participate in the Affiliate Expo Scramble for a Visa Gift Card (winner: Renee Hill - Long and Foster in Haverford) and purchase tickets for the 2016 Coin Drive/Raffle to Benefit Philabundance culminating in November.

Pictures from the event have been posted on our Facebook Page. Thank you to our attendees and expo participants who helped make this event special for all involved!

Association Tip
Common Sense Courtesies

This Association Tip has been provided by SWRA Staff Paula Tansey

Professionalism is governed by an individual’s sense of responsibility to the community they serve. Lack of professionalism affects all parties to a real estate relationship including buyers, sellers and other REALTORS. The National Association of REALTORS offers this short video reminder of the common sense courtesies that go a long way toward preserving relationships and moving them forward in a productive manner.

Association News
Reminder: REALTOR Dues Now in Cycle 1

Are you still unpaid for the 2017 REALTOR membership year? If yes, please note that the deadline to submit your dues during Cycle 1 is November 15th. In addition to ensuring that your membership is not interrupted, you will realize savings over the membership fees charged during Cycle 2 (November 16th - December 31st).

Your membership provides a host of tangible benefits designed to help you succeed in your business. Click here to review the quality value-added programs and services built into your annual membership fee including access to zipForm Plus/Mobile, DocuSign, zipVault, Inman Select, the Tech Helpline and much more. Members still needing to submit membership dues can click here to pay online through our secure system or call 610-560-4800. For questions or to request another copy of your invoice, please email Cathy DiMarco.

SWRA Seminars & Events
REALTOR/Lawyer: Understanding Tax & Other Liens in the Condo and Homeowner Association

Understanding the priority of real estate tax and association liens is critically important for the REALTOR, lawyer or other practitioner in today’s real estate marketplace. Whether negotiating a short sale, selling a unit after a foreclosure or even in a traditional transaction, a basic understanding of tax and association lien priorities is essential.

Join us on November 3rd (9:00am-10:30am) for REALTOR/Lawyer: Understanding Tax and Other Liens in the Condo and Homeowner Association with attorney Elliot Berton. Mr. Berton will discuss how to identify and effectively address the liens affecting sales of homes in the condominium and homeowners association in order to achieve a successful closing. Click here to register (access the Events Calendar).

Association of REALTORS School
Close More Buyers in Less Time With CRS: 202 Effective Buyer Sales Strategies Class

Top sales associates enjoy a competitive advantage because they understand what motivates and influences their customers. The two-day course, CRS 202: Effective Buyer Sales Strategies, on October 27th & 28th will give students the inside track to win over prospective buyers by teaching them the necessary strategies to make their sales quick and efficient. These effective strategies will give REALTORS customers for life.

To register, please call the Association of REALTORS School at 610-560-4900 or register online (access the Education Calendar). Questions? Contact Gail Parke.

Suburban REALTORS Alliance
Voter Guide for REALTORS

The Suburban REALTORS Alliance has produced a voter guide for the 2016 general elections. The guide includes important information about the upcoming general election, registering to vote, and candidates that are running for political office. As a non-partisan organization, the Alliance recognizes that our members have many different political views. The purpose of the voter guide is to provide our members with information about which incumbent legislators have been supportive of our issues, and which candidates in ‘open seat’ legislative districts we feel would best protect our industry and private property rights. Access the 2016 Voterguide here.

Not receiving the SRA News Briefs email on Friday mornings? Association members can sign up to receive their free weekly News Briefs by visiting their Action Center.

Beyond SWRA...
Support or Join the REALTOR "Sleep Out" Team to Help the Homeless

REALTORS spend their days helping people find homes. On November 17th, a dedicated team of REALTORS will spend their night supporting our youth who do not have homes. REALTOR Debbie McCabe is putting together a team to sleep out overnight to raise awareness and funds to help the homeless youth. And she needs your help! Whether you want to join the ranks and sleep out or donate money to assist with their efforts, any level of support would make a big difference.

“As a team, we’re going to spend a night in solidarity with homeless kids. We’re going to hear their stories, and learn how they’re making new lives for themselves at Covenant House. And while hundreds of young people are safe in their beds at Covenant House, we will head outside with cardboard boxes to look for an unoccupied piece of pavement” said Debbie.

There is still time “Join the Team” this year and show that as a REALTOR community, we care for the homeless of our region. Or, if your schedule doesn’t permit, consider joining the team next year and make a donation by clicking "Donate Now!" in support of theSleep Out. Click here to “Join the Team” or “Donate”. Questions or need more information? Contact Debbie McCabe directly.

Reminders:

REALTOR Happy Hour Coming to Media Next Week (Oct. 26th)

Join the Suburban West REALTORS Association on Wednesday, October 26th (5:00pm-7:00pm) for a fun evening of camaraderie and networking at our REALTOR Happy Hour at DiFabio’s Market & Tap in Media! Click here for full event details. Registration is not required.

In This Issue

2016 Annual Membership Meeting a Hit!

Association Tip:
Common Sense Courtesies

Reminder: REALTOR Dues Now in Cycle 1

REALTOR/Lawyer: Understanding Tax & Other Liens in the Condo and Homeowner Association

Close More Buyers in Less Time With CRS: 202 Effective Buyer Sales Strategies Class

Voter Guide for REALTORS

Support or Join the REALTOR "Sleep Out" Team to Help the Homeless

REALTOR Happy Hour Coming to Media Next Week (Oct. 26th)

Payment & Registration Center

You can register for courses & events, pay Suburban West invoices and see past invoices & courses by logging into our Payment and Registration Center.

Log-in using your User Name (First and Last Name) and Password (Last Four Digits of Your Social Unless Modified).

Having difficulty logging in? Call the Association office at 610-560-4800.

Mark Your Calendars!

Oct. 20; 9:00am-11:00am

Emotional Intelligence: The Missing Link to Effective Leadership

Oct. 22; 10:00am-12:30pm (Saturday course)

Passing the Fair Housing Test

Oct. 24; 9:00am-3:00pm

Real Estate Law (five-day broker course)

Oct. 25; 1:30pm-4:00pm

Passing the Fair Housing Test

Oct. 26; 5:00pm-7:00pm