Today was my day to teach our new REALTORS® their intro to the Code of Ethics. This is a mandatory class with our Association (and NAR) and the class is 4 hours long. I remember several years ago I proctored this class and how boring the subject of ethics was. I wondered how much was sinking into the new agents heads or were they simply thinking about making their first commission. It can be a very dry subject talking about all the rules and how we can get in trouble by not following them. It is easy to tune … (34 comments)
realtors: Appetite for Art 2018 a Huge Success in Clarksville TN
- 04/29/18 07:44 PM
F.U.E.L. Fundraiser in Clarksville a Sell Out on April 28, 2018 This was the 11th year in a row, the Clarksville Association of REALTORS® sponsored the FUEL Fundraiser. The theme changed in 2017 to a Farm to Table Dinner with an emphasis on art provided by the children of Clarksville Montgomery County Schools. The theme of the art was healthy food.
The purpose of the event is to raise money to help feed needy school children on the weekends by sending them home with a food pack to help tie them over until Monday morning. It is also to raise awarenes about F.U.E.L.
The event is called Appetite … (8 comments)
realtors: What Buyers and Sellers Want in 2017
- 08/23/17 06:49 PM
A New Look at What the Consumer is Looking for from the Agent What an exciting day it was for Clarksville REALTORS® as we met for a membership meeting and to hear Nobu Hata, Director of Member Engagement for the National Association of REALTORS® share a presentation on What Buyers and Sellers Want in 2017. Nobu speaks at events, conventions and associations across the country and 200 of us today were lucky to hear him share a couple of truths that hit home about the changing consumer. We have heard for years that we agents need a value proposition and be able to convey this … (15 comments)
September 13-16 is the annual convention of the Tennessee REALTORS®. It is being held again at The Peabody Hotel in Memphis TN. For those of you that don't know about the Peabody, it is known as the duck hotel with the duck march twice a day. It has elegant furnishings and duck accents in all the rooms.
There will be committee meetings, business meetings, educational seminars, lots of networking and getting to know fellow REALTORS® from across the state. Each year the venue is different with 2 years conventions held instate and one year out … (22 comments)
For the 4th year, fellow Realtors® and Affiliate Partners gathered for a Christmas Brunch and Trade Show. This year's theme was Tacky Christmas and prizes were given for the Ugliest Christmas Sweater and Tackiest Booth. Many people were decked out and looking extremely tacky and fun. The event was held on December 14th at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center and was a huge success. The tackiness had everyone laughing.
There were about 300 REALTORS® and supporters that came early to tour the booths and get to know the vendors better. A buffet brunch was served afterwards. The Annual Christmas Brunch … (21 comments)
realtors: F.U.E.L. Fundraiser in Clarksville to Help Feed the Kids
- 04/29/15 12:21 AM
F.U.E.L. Fundraiser in Clarksville to Help Feed the Kids For the 8th straight year the Clarksville Association of REALTORS® is the sponsor of this FUEL Block Party to raise money and feed needy school children on the weekends. There is going to be music, food and more events and games than ever before. The planning has been in the works for months.
Lunch tickets are just $5 and available through the Association office or at the event. For a small $5 donation you can have a hotdog or hamburger, chips, canned drink and homemade cookies. What a deal!
There is no admission charge to participate in the event … (8 comments)
realtors: REBarCamp 2015 - Nashville
- 04/24/15 11:58 AM
The Focus is Changing - REBarCamp 2015 Nashville Nashville had its 6th REBarCamp this week. I have been to the last three and the topics were changed this year. For those of you that don't know what REBarCamp is, it is a learning and sharing conference in a really relaxed setting. There are multiple sessions on technology and real estate topics and you have to pick and choose which sessions to attend. It is for Realtors and others in the industry. Our Nashville Camp was free by reservation until it was totally booked. There were around 700 registered to attend. We followed online … (26 comments)
realtors: Realtors Family Feud in Clarksville TN
- 04/17/15 12:05 PM
Realtors Family Feud in Clarksville TN We had a great time watching the old cronies of real estate face off with the newer agents in Realtor Family Feud sponsored by the Young Professionals Network at our local Clarksville Association of Realtors®. After having a buffet of delicious taco fixings and a variety of beverages, the games began. It was Old School versus New School answering questions that neither group seemed to know a lot about. Ha Ha. The Old School showed off and pulled out a win. Last year they didn't do as well because the questions can be tricky. What a fun event … (20 comments)
realtors: REALTORS Get a Bum Rap from the Public
- 07/24/14 10:52 PM
REALTORS® Get a Bum Rap from the Public I read a post about agents not showing houses for a living and it got me to thinking that REALTORS® get a bum rap from the public. I have heard all kinds of statements over the years and have politely corrected the public but it is time to set the record straight. I want to let people know just what it takes to do the job right and what it's not. No, it isn't as easy as it looks. We master our craft therefore you never see much of what goes on in the background. … (133 comments)
First what is an ombudsman? According to Webster's definition an ombudsman is one that investigates, reports on, and helps settle complaints. It was determined by the Board of Directors of the Clarksville Association of REALTORS® that a panel of its respected members could be trained to help the public with unresolved issues that arise when working with their agents in real estate transactions. Many times communication breaks down and when that happens the parties become agitated and ill will replaces good feelings. A trained Ombudsman is to listen to the issues, facilitate communication and suggest the parties … (19 comments)
realtors: Which Are You, a Realtor or a Real Estate Agent?
- 09/24/13 12:19 PM
Which Are You, a Realtor or a Real Estate Agent? Many people wonder what the difference is between being a Realtor or a Real Estate Agent in Clarksville TN. So here is the skinny on it and why being a Realtor is a step up from just being a Real Estate Agent. Realtor is a registered collective membership mark (trademark) used by members of the National Association of Realtors. There are nearly 1 Million Members of this large professional association. Members must also belong to a local association with there currently being 1,400 local associations/boards and 54 state and territory associations of REALTORS®. Most of … (46 comments)
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