March - Bristol TN/VA Association of REALTORS

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2016 Board of Directors
President
Fred McClellan
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BTVAR’s New Home
President Elect
Karen Cox
Treasurer
Wally Boyd
Fellow members of the association and the
Board of Directors,
Secretary
Laura Ashley
Past President
Mike Mumpower
I share the good news of announcing the BTVAR
purchase of 1203 Edgemont Avenue, as the new home
and office to serve our community and membership.
Director
Lauren Griffin
Director
Jessee DeLoach
Director
Warren Klutz
After 68 years of continual service to the rights of property owners, we are
now property owners, too!
Director
Debbie Miller
Director
Bette Bibee
Sr. MLS Representative
Garth Blackburn
Our board of directors has been focused on this property for a few years;
beginning with the leadership of Kelly Graham and Anita Morrell, and to be
continued by Mike Mumpower. This process has been ongoing, and with
good contributions by many people. I compliment the collective efforts of
everyone.
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In the end, budgetary responsibility, move-in condition, flexibility of space,
and a location with great exposure for community branding, made this
move a responsible decision. We are continuing to fulfill our commitment
to improving our professional image and the environment where we
conduct our business.
Director
Laura McMillan
BTVAR Trade
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ERMA
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Procuring Cause
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New BTVAR
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VAR Webinar—
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Sponsors
In the very near future, we look forward to announcing special invitations to
our brokers, as well to association and affiliate members, for your
attendance of special events and an open house to welcome you to our new
facilities.
My wish for you is . . . Happy Sellin’,
Your 2016 President, Fred McClellan
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900 Anderson Street 2nd Floor Bristol, TN 37620
P. 423-968-1192 F. 423-968-2840
[email protected]
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Scammers Phish for Mortgage Closing Costs
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National
Association
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REALTORS®
On March 18 the FTC Consumer Blog issued a post focused on
hackers who have been breaking into some consumers’ and real
estate professionals’ email accounts to get information about
upcoming real estate transactions. After figuring out the closing
dates, the hacker sends an email to the buyer, posing as the real
estate professional or title company. The bogus email says there
has been a last minute change to the wiring instructions, and
tells the buyer to wire closing costs to a different account. But
it’s the scammer’s account. If the buyer takes the bait, their bank
account could be cleared out in a matter of minutes. Often,
that’s money the buyer will never see again.
Please see additional information below from both the FTC and NAR.
FTC Consumer Blog: “Scammers Phish for Mortgage Closing Costs
Thank you all who came out to place your vote of confidence September 24 and show your support for your upcoming leadership!
NAR : Urgent Alert: Sophisticated Email Scams Targeting the Real
Estate Industry
Meet ERMA: She’s the Real Deal
If you attended Spring Conference, you got to meet ERMA—not just
TAR’s educational resource mobile app, but the real-life ERMA
(actress Janet Ivey), who served as emcee for our CE sessions. To
help spread the word about the app, ERMA has created a series of
videos. Here’s the first one—an overview introducing the app. (Note:
ERMA is still in the early stages of development, so we welcome any
feedback after you’ve downloaded it.) Enjoy the show…and tell your friends
about ERMA!
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VAR—Procuring Cause
Education
VAR’s staff counsel Erin Barton talks about the
complicated subject of procuring cause and why it is
so important to your business.
The listing broker pays the procuring cause pursuant to
an offer of compensation.
Many factors are considered by an arbitration panel
when determining the procuring cause of a transaction.
Each side’s broker must be a party to the arbitration
and the commission payment ultimately is made to the
prevailing broker (procuring cause). It is then distributed to the agent(s) pursuant to whatever
agreement the broker and agent have.
Click here to watch the video.
VAR Legal Hotline for Brokers
The VAR Legal Hotline is a free, members-only benefit for brokers. You can receive answers to questions
about Virginia real estate law and timely information on legal and regulatory issues concerning the real
estate industry. Click here to learn more. The Legal Hotline provides legal information, not legal services. You
should consult your attorney if you need representation or advice.
This video series is bought to you by the VAR Legal and Marketing and Communications teams.
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VAR Legislative Conference
Thank
you
to
BTVAR
President, Fred
McClellan for representing BTVAR at this
years VAR Legislative Conference. This is such
an important event for our organization
because it puts us face to face with our representatives and gives
REALTORS® the opportunity to discuss the issues in our area.
Thank you again to Fred for your time and efforts.
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Pictured: BTVAR
President Fred
McClellan with
Senator
Bill Carrico
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The CE Shop—April Promotion
Save 20% off your online education!
Enroll today:
http://btvar.theceshop.com/
Enter APR20 at checkout to receive your discount!
2016 RPAC Goals
If you would like to make a contribution to
Virginia Association of
Tennessee Association of
REALTORS®
REALTORS®
Contributions as of
2/29/2016
$290.00
Contributions as of
2/29/2016
$1,135.00
2016 Goal
$2,036.00
2016 Goal
$2,490.00
RPAC please contact the Association office
at 423-968-1192 or email [email protected].
Your contribution supports your business!
New Members to BTVAR
Left to Right: Debbie Miller—Instructor; Greg McReynolds (American Realty); April Chapman (Re/max Results Bristol); Amanda Erickson (Koltown Properties); Randy Rose (Realty Executives Bristol); Tabatha Caldwell (Callebs Realty); Steve Rhymer (Callebs Realty);
Kashia Winkler (Prestige Homes of the Tri Cities); Linda Zoldy (Hearth and Home Realty); Melissa Arnold (American Realty); Chet
Emory (Re/max Results Bristol); Kelly Moran (American Realty); Dena Cunningham (American Realty); Melissa Hall (Realty Executives
Bristol).
The next orientation is scheduled for September 8th 2016 at the BTVAR office.
Emeritus Applications Open
Organizatio
n Association of
Bristol TN/VA
REALTORS
Hagan Horn—Association Executive
900 Anderson Street
2nd Floor
Bristol, TN 37620
We’re on the Web!
www.btvar.com
Phone: 423-968-1192
Deadline:
Fax: 423-968-2840
E-mail: [email protected]
@BTVAR
REALTOR® Emeritus Status is for those
REALTOR® Members who have held membership in
the National Association for a cumulative period of 40
(40) years and have served at least one year at the
local, state, or National Association level. **Please
note after the year 2020 Emeritus Status will only be
awarded to those members who have served at the
National level.
April 8th, 2016
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BTVAR!
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about REALTOR®
Emeritus criteria
Contact BTVAR to begin the application process
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advertisements? Is that post on Facebook even considered an advertisement?
What about your text messages? In this webinar the VAR legal team will
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MISSION STATEMENT:
BTVAR’s mission is to encourage its members to successfully attain their highest goals in an ethical and professional manner
and advocate the rights of private property ownership.
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Membership Meetings
January 30th 2016—Awards Banquet @
The Virginian
-March 3 2016
April 28th 2016—Scholarship
How to Complete VA Forms @ SWVAR
Luncheon
Meeting Center Abingdon, VA
July 7th 2016—Annual BTVAR
Picnic
-March 8 2016
September 27th 2016—Annual Meeting/
Transaction Desk Training (Basic &
Election
Advanced) Hilton Garden Inn Bristol, VA
December 5th 2016—Wise Christmas
Social
-April 14 & 15 2016
December 9th 2016—Bristol Christmas
CE Courses with John Dickinson
Social
-May 24 2016
TN CORE CE Class with Karen Randolph
-May 26 2016
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun @
Hilton Garden Inn Bristol, VA
New Member Orientation
March 23rd 2016—New Member
Orientation 9AM-12PM at BTVAR
September 8th 2016—New Member
Orientation
-October 6 & 7 2016
CE Courses with John Dickinson
Lunch N Learns
February 23 @ KP on Bank
March 31 @ KP on Bank
April 19 @ KP on Bank
May 10 @ KP on Bank
June 23 @ KP on Bank
July 21 @ KP on Bank
August 11 @ KP on Bank
September 29 @ KP on Bank
October 27 @ KP on Bank
November 17 @ KP on Bank
Board of Directors Meetings
January 26th 2016
March 29th 2016
May 31st 2016
July 26th 2016
August 30th 2016
October 25th 2016
December 13th 2016
**All meeting dates are subject to change.
More information to follow throughout the year
however, please feel free to contact the
Association office at 423-968-1192 or visit us
online at www.btvar.com for more detail.
Online Education Calendar
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2016 Gold Sponsors
Bristol Herald Courier
320 Morrison Blvd. Bristol,VA 24201
Amanda Wampler
[email protected]
276-669-2181 Fax 276-645-2527
Lenders Title and Escrow, LLC
834 State Street Bristol, TN 37620
Cindy Minton [email protected]
423-652-1091 Fax 423-652-1090
www.titleandclosing.com
Citizens Bank
P.O. Box 1218
Bristol, TN 37620
Kathy Fields
423-989-4426 Fax 423-989-4449
[email protected]
www.citizensbank24.com
Eastman Credit Union
1237 Volunteer Parkway Bristol, TN 37620
Rhenea Gross [email protected] www.ecu.org
Relationship Manager 423-429-8792
Community Contractors Connection
Time Rhea
Office: 276-644-3426
[email protected]
Pulp
1709 West State Street Bristol, TN 37620
Zanna Blankenbeckler [email protected]
www.getpulp.com
423-764-5751 Fax 866-511-5453
Evergreen Title and Closing, LLC
1104 Volunteer Parkway, Suite 110 Bristol, TN
37620
Devereux Rice, Manager
[email protected]
Gwen Pugh
[email protected]
423-573-9750 Fax 423-573-9751
www.evergreentitleandclosing.com
First Bank & Trust
40 East Valley Drive Bristol,VA 24201
Jim Sells/Rick Buchanan 276-466-9222
[email protected]
www.firstbank.com
Randy M. Kennedy
Attorney and Counselor at Law
625 Anderson Street Bristol, TN 37620
423-764-7162 [email protected]
Title Equity Corporation
Executives Park 1241 Volunteer Pkwy, Suite
300 Bristol, TN
Jane Fletcher [email protected]
www.titleequity.com
423-989-3606 Fax 423-968-5132
Powell Valley National Bank
P.O. Box 100 Jonesville,VA 24263
276-346-1414 Mary Beth Baker
[email protected]
2016 Affiliates
Accounting Services
Blackley, Olinger & Associates, PLLC
601 Volunteer Parkway, Suite C
Bristol, TN 37620 423-989-3387
Charles P. Olinger
[email protected]
Judy S. Olinger
[email protected]
S. Douglas Blackley
[email protected]
Attorney
W. Derek Malcolm, Esq.
Attorney and Counselor at Law
100 Fifth Street, Suite 520
Bristol, TN 37620
423-291-4810 Fax 423-291-4811
[email protected]
Banking/Mortgage Companies
Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group
Doris Beavers
[email protected]
423-383-3834
Appalachian Community Federal
Credit Union
6034 Bobby Hicks Hwy, Suite 2
Gray, TN 37615
Rachael Carroll, [email protected]
Penny Pavitt, [email protected]
423-230-2606 Fax 423-467-4274
Bank of Tennessee
1223 Volunteer Parkway Bristol, TN 37620
423-990-6726 Fax 423-990-2869
April Gilbert
[email protected]
www.bankoftennessee.com
Benchmark Home Loans
4138 Bristol Highway, Suite 4
Johnson City, TN 37601
Becky Rockwell
423-232-0111 Fax 423-232-7111
[email protected]
BB&T
1280 Volunteer Parkway Bristol, TN 37620
Patti Waymire
423-990-2876 Fax 423-968-2833
[email protected]
Mable Soublo
276-739-7654 [email protected]
www.bbandt.com
Cross Country Mortgage
505 East Center Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
Russell Street 423-292-2126
[email protected]
Highlands Union Bank
821 Commonwealth Ave. Bristol, VA 24201
Susan Taylor
276-645-7110 ext. 70518
[email protected] www.hubank.com
Home Town Mortgage Group, Inc.
2020 Meadowview, Suite 220
Kingsport, TN 37660
Marty Miller, Bristol 423-230-1900
[email protected]
www.Hometownmortgagegroup.com
New Peoples Bank
101 Linden Square Drive Bristol, VA 24201
276-466-5358
Sharon Duckett
[email protected]
www.newpeoplesbank.com
People’s Home Equity
206 Princeton Rd Johnson City, TN 37604
423-928-5626
Rob Weber [email protected]
Kelli Hutson [email protected]
Regions Bank
840 State Street Bristol, TN 37620
Rodney Robinson 423-282-7685
[email protected]
Renasant Bank
340 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Bristol, TN 37620
423-844-6648
Sharon Farmer [email protected]
Jerry Kirk [email protected]
SunTrust Mortgage
2060 Fort Henry Drive
Kingsport, TN 37664
Kim Richards
[email protected]
423-765-4665
TriSummit Bank
425 State Street Bristol, VA 24201
276-645-6612
Peggy Littleton
[email protected]
Virginia Housing Development
Authority (VHDA)
105 East Main Street
Wytheville, VA 24383
276-228-7060
www.vhda.com
Chamber of Commerce
Bristol TN/VA Chamber
of Commerce
20 Volunteer Parkway
Bristol, TN 37620
423-989-4850 Fax 423-899-4867
Home Inspector Service
First Step Home Inspections
31325 Old Saltworks Road
Meadowview, VA 24361
Mark McKinney 276-698-0922
[email protected]
Practical Preservation
David Shumaker
423-633-0979
[email protected]
Home Warranty
First American Home Warranty
446 N. Campbell Station Road
Knoxville, TN 37934
Maryann Azambuja
[email protected]
865-202-7780
Utilities
Bristol TN Essential Services
P.O. Box 549
Bristol, TN 37621-0549
Jennifer Booher
423-968-1526
[email protected]
www.btes.net
Exterminating
McClain’s Pest Control
1830 West Elk Avenue
Elizabethton, TN 37643
Bob McClain 423-543-7088
[email protected]
Insurance
Kerr-Boswell, Tri-Cities
110 Piedmont Avenue
Bristol, VA 24201
276-466-2422
Melissa Odom
[email protected]
Megan Kerr
[email protected]
www.kerrboswell.com