New Member Orientation March 27, 2019
Agenda 9:00 10:00 SPAAR Welcome 10:15 11:15 MLS Rules & Regulations 11:15 12:00 Lunch 12:00 2:30 Code of Ethics
Introductions
Thank You Affiliates Erica Brodd Shari Larson Nicholas Watkins
SPAAR Jurisdiction SPAAR: Your Local Association 7,300+ members strong 12 member counties 130+ years of service Major shareholder of the RMLS of Minnesota
Key Question #1: Who came farthest?
Patti Jo Fitzpatrick SPAAR President Welcome! Make the most of your membership
SPAAR Leadership Patrick Ruble, President Elect Tracy Baglio, Treasurer
SPAAR WELCOME
Patti Jo Fitzpatrick, SPAAR President Welcome! Make the most of your membership John Fridlington, SPAAR CEO Welcome!
Membership at All Levels
Minnesota REALTORS 20,000+ REALTOR members Ethics Professionalism & education Private property rights advocacy
National Association of REALTORS 1.3 million REALTOR members Largest trade association in the US Property ownership rights Industry advancement
SPAAR Overview
SPAAR Strategy MISSION The Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS promotes the dream of homeownership with the highest level of professionalism and integrity. TAGLINE
SPAAR Strategy: 4 Pillars Objective: Provide a clear vision of Association s direction Helps SPAAR keep focused on mission and strategy Reviewed annually, basis for strategic planning
Member Driven 2019 Board Installation
SPAAR Committees
Key Question #2: How many REALTORS are there in Minnesota?
Advocacy
Government Affairs Local lobbyist Regional County City Advocating on your behalf Civil Respectful Educational Focused on your issues
Public Policy Issues Time of Sale Housing Inspection Ordinances Inclusiveness Rental Property Vacant Property Green Policy Housing Opportunity Regional Growth Transportation
Local/Regional Regulations Hear something in your area? Call Madeline!
RPAC REALTOR Political Action Committee Non-partisan support 70% Local Candidates 30% Federal Candidates Not a Charity!
RPAC Supports the issues important to REALTORS Profession Livelihood Private Property Rights Property Ownership
Key Question #3: What percentage of an RPAC contribution is tax deductible?
Community Engagement
Community Engagement Create pathways for members to serve & connect with their communities Publicize what members are already doing It s good for business!
Community Engagement Committee 30
Diversity Committee Promoting the diversity of SPAAR s membership and homeownership to diverse groups 31
Community Engagement Toys for Joy REALTORS Charitable Foundation College scholarships Community grants 1100 families served in 2018! 3,900 books, toys, food & wreaths
Upcoming Events Through March 19 Host a "We Care" collection box in your office Volunteer to donate art supplies to decorate the collection boxes Decorate the "We Care" boxes on January 22 or January 29 from 10-11am; 8-10
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events through April 26, 2019
Key Question #4: The Diversity Committee promotes diversity in what two ways?
Professional Development
Professional Development Mandy Boldt Professionalism Kristin Parker Education & Events
Upcoming Classes Islamic Funding in the USA Thursday, March 28, 2019 (1:00 PM to 3:15 PM) 2.25 CE Hours $10 Non-QM Lending Friday, March 29, 2019 (10:00 AM to 11:00 AM) 0 CE Hours FREE Real Estate Safety Matters Monday, April 8, 2019 (10:00 AM to 11:00 AM) 1.0 CE Hours FREE
Your Requirements Requirement Code of Ethics Agency & Fair Housing Required Module What it Satisfies When to Take National Association of REALTORS Biennial January 1, 2019 December 31, 2020 MN Licensure Within each 2 year license period MN Licensure Annually
Resources for New Members
Key Question #5: How often do you need to complete a Code of Ethics class?
Communication
spaar.com
Electronic Newsletters
Social Media
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Key Question #6: What social media channels does SPAAR use?
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Rules & Regulations Getting Started: The Basics
Understand the Rules 3 reasons MLS rules are important to your business: 1. Ensures the offer of compensation, making sure you get paid 2. Ensures you have current, accurate and complete property data 3. Ensures professional data sharing and cooperative behaviors
Accurate Information All information entered into MLS must be accurate Non-conforming bedrooms Property ID Number Total Finished Square Footage 48-Hour Correction Notice Enter a listing into MLS only if you have a signed valid contract
Timely Information Listings must be entered into MLS within 2 business days of the contract listing effective date Withhold from MLS included Photos must be uploaded to the listing within 2 business days of the listing active date Update the status of the property within 2 business days of the change. TNAS status changed if not allowing showings for more than 24 hours.
VIOLATION EXAMPLE
Considerate, Courteous, Cooperative Public Fields public remarks, open house remarks, public supplements, virtual tours, and driving directions No promotional, branded, or contact info. Commission offered must be a percentage of the gross sales price or a flat dollar amount.
Considerate, Courteous, Cooperative Photos must accurately depict the property for sale Avoid digitally altering the property and its surroundings Keep your yard sign out of the photo Use your own photos, not a previous listing agent s to save time
Notice to Correct: 48 hours Correction notices provide you 48 hours to correct an error. This deadline includes weekends, but not state/federal holidays. Fines range from $25 to $100 to $1000, depending on the violation. Failure to correct/pay results in an escalating amount. Remember: Over 96% of compliance notices result in either no fine or a fine that was waived.
Getting Started: The Basics MATRIX Search MLS for properties for sale with offer compensation. Conduct market analyses Setup auto searches for clients Run reports and create beautiful charts with current and historical statistical data View tax data ADD/EDIT Enter and edit your listings that appear on MLS.
SPAAR Education FREE CE CLASSES https://www.spaar.com/
NorthstarMLS Training Library
B-Roll
Thank You Affiliates Timothy Gerdes Shari Larson