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Congratulations to our 1st RPAC Pet Contest Winner & West Pasco Board of Realtor’s Mascot, “Quinn” (submitted by DeLynn Gaston)!
July New Member Orientation and Code of Ethics Training!
Congratulations and Welcome to our new members who attended the Board Orientation and Ethics!
Special thanks to Mike Gallo for teaching the Board Orientation and to Bob Memoli for teaching the Ethics and Business Practices training.
Thank you to our Board President, William A. Labbancz, for inducting our new members in!
We would also like to thank Chief Deputy Brendan Fitterer, Pasco County Property Appraiser’s Office, for taking time out of his busy schedule to go over his website and the services it offers for our Realtors and Jennifer Welling of Stellar MLS who also took time out of her busy schedule to talk about Stellar MLS.
A great big thank you to Theresa Akers of Showhomes Tampa and Gigi Evans of Dynamic Title for providing lunch and refreshments for our members. The Italian food and salads were delicious and the little pastries for the afternoon were just what was needed! We appreciate you both!
Amazing Realtor Safety Training with Professor Byron Roquemore and Brian MacNeel of Crime Prevention Specialists!
Please accept our heartfelt thanks for the incredible Realtor Safety Training Class you provided for our members. Your expertise and engaging communication style made a significant impact, and the safety tips you shared were invaluable.
We truly appreciate the time and effort you took to travel such a long distance to be with us. Your dedication to enhancing our Realtor member’s safety does not go unnoticed.
We would also like to thank our refreshment sponsor, Dennis Hall of Bill Bowers A/C and Heating for providing such a wonderful assortment of snacks and drinks. It added a delightful touch to the event and kept everyone energized.
Great to have three fabulous instructors teaching on two great topics. Special thanks to Valerie Wilson and Denise Bram for teaching: Time Management-Balance and Boundaries and to Barbara Proia for teaching, From Cluttered to Close.
We are grateful to you for sharing your experience, expertise, and wisdom on these two very important topics. Everyone loved your presentations. They were very detailed and informative, and they loved how you made it so interactive. They also loved the materials you provided. The handouts were great!
We also want to thank Karie McAteer of Master Title for providing an incredibly delicious and mouthwatering breakfast for everyone! Everyone loved the fresh fruit, yogurt, cheeses, Banana Walnut Bread, donuts, scones, chips and mints!
Exceptional “From Contract To Close” Class at the Board!
Special thanks to Mike Dumas for his outstanding instruction in teaching this class. Mike’s ability to clearly explain the new forms and concepts truly made a difference for everyone involved. The feedback from the attendees has been overwhelmingly positive, and as always, it is clear that Mike’s passion for teaching shines through!
We also want to thank our generous Business Partner, Janice Allen of Crosscountry Mortgage, who provided an incredible array of food, snacks, and beverages. Janice’s delicious food helped keep everyone energized and engaged throughout the class.
FREC Update
We encourage you to go into your DBPR record to make sure your email, address, and place of practice address is current:
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Please remember that if this information changes, it needs to be updated within 10 days.
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The 1st violation is citation, but after that, don’t be surprised if FREC files disciplinary action.
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Click here for DBPR Online Services
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Click here for DBPR Contact Info
PROPERTY FRAUD ALERTS
It’s a disturbing trend that authorities are reporting statewide. Con artists are using forged signatures and fake documents to obtain other people’s property. It wasn’t long ago, that the only way you could protect yourself from this type of fraud, was to check on your documents and deeds regularly to ensure that they hadn’t changed hands. We have made it much easier for you with the Property Fraud Alert System.
The Property Fraud Alert system helps protect a person’s property from fraud by monitoring documents such as liens, deeds, and mortgages recorded in Pasco County. If you are selling your property, you will receive an alert. No harm, no foul. If you’re not selling your property, and someone else is trying to, you will receive an alert. Just like signing up to receive alerts on credit cards or identity protection, the Property Fraud Alert system provides peace of mind in knowing property is being monitored against the filing of fraudulent documents in the owner’s name.
Be Alert: Health Insurance Scam Targeting NAR Members
- If you receive a text message or phone call offering health insurance from NAR, please do not respond or provide any personal or financial information.
- Please remember, the National Association of REALTORS® will never contact you by phone or text to solicit personal or financial information, or to sell any product or service.
Please call the Board Office at 727-848-8507 to inquire about the shirts and hats.
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REALTORS® take a stand against housing discrimination.
To honor Fair Housing month in April, The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has issued The Fair Housing Challenge: Stand Up for Racial Equity. This challenge included having all association Leaders, both appointed and elected, complete the Fairhaven Housing Stimulation and the online Implicit Bias Training program by April 9th.
Fair Housing Challenge: Stand Up for Racial Equity
Dedicated to Diversity
Our members and leaders must know and understand the commitment to diversity and inclusion!
Click on the link below to find out why Home Ownership Matters!
Are You Getting The Most Out Of The Tax Laws?
Members may not be aware that the solicitation of potential customers is regulated under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).
TCPA prohibits text messages to wireless numbers using automated telephone dialing equipment without adequate consent. We have noticed an uptick on issues regarding the TCPA. For more information, below are links to NAR’s website:
https://www.nar.realtor/legal/complying-with-federal-regulations/do-not-call-registry/the-telephone-consumer-protection-act
https://www.nar.realtor/search-results?qu=Realtor%20Videos%20TCPA
Be Alert: Health Insurance Scam Targeting NAR Members
- If you receive a text message or phone call offering health insurance from NAR, please do not respond or provide any personal or financial information.
- Please remember, the National Association of REALTORS® will never contact you by phone or text to solicit personal or financial information, or to sell any product or service.
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REALTORS® take a stand against housing discrimination.
To honor Fair Housing month in April, The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has issued The Fair Housing Challenge: Stand Up for Racial Equity. This challenge included having all association Leaders, both appointed and elected, complete the Fairhaven Housing Stimulation and the online Implicit Bias Training program by April 9th.
Fair Housing Challenge: Stand Up for Racial Equity
Dedicated to Diversity
Our members and leaders must know and understand the commitment to diversity and inclusion!
Click on the link below to find out why Home Ownership Matters!
Are You Getting The Most Out Of The Tax Laws?
Members may not be aware that the solicitation of potential customers is regulated under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).
TCPA prohibits text messages to wireless numbers using automated telephone dialing equipment without adequate consent. We have noticed an uptick on issues regarding the TCPA. For more information, below are links to NAR’s website:
https://www.nar.realtor/legal/complying-with-federal-regulations/do-not-call-registry/the-telephone-consumer-protection-act
https://www.nar.realtor/search-results?qu=Realtor%20Videos%20TCPA
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Helpful Resources
- Important Phone Numbers & Websites
- Stellar MLS
- Florida REALTORS®
- Florida REALTORS® Form Descriptions
- MLS Advantage
- National Association of REALTORS®
- YPN (Young Professionals Network)
- Help & Support
- Links to County Appraiser & County Permitting Websites
- Market Statistics
- WPBOR Facebook Page
- Florida DBPR
- RPR (Realtors® Property Resource)
- Florida Realtors® PAC