July 25th, 2003
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE ISSUES CONTACT US AT 859-344-8400

 
SPECIAL NOTICE
REGISTER NOW FOR KAR CONVENTION – Don’t miss the early bird registration for the KAR Convention that will be held here in NKY on September 15-18 at the Embassy Suites in Covington. Early bird registration is $110 and will go up to $125 after July 15. This year’s convention promises to be one of the best ever with many top national speakers and some wonderful networking and social events, not to mention a fabulous trade show. To register, go to www.kar.com or stop in the Association Office for a brochure. We also have posters available for display in the real estate offices in NKY. Stop in the Association Office and pick up your free poster.

SPECIAL NOTICE
ELECTIONS AND RECEPTION – AUGUST 21, 2003
Elections for 2004 MLS and NKAR Directors will take place on August 21, 2003 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the NKAR office and from 4-5 p.m. at The Marquise in Wilder. All members that vote will receive a new membership directory after they place their vote. A reception sponsored by the Affiliate members will be held at The Marquise from 4-7 p.m. with drinks and hors d’oeuvres. The winners of the election will be announced at approximately 6 p.m. The reception is free to NKAR members and $20 for non-members and guests. SO THERE WILL BE ENOUGH HORS D’OEUVRES RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY 5 PM ON AUGUST 13TH. There will also be a silent auction for RPAC held at the reception. As you can see, it will be a fun-filled evening that you don’t want to miss.
Call 344-8400 to make your reservation today.

MARKETING
Five Ways to Build Your Referrals
1. Choose one or two unspecial holidays "Groundhogs Day, For Example" and send out greeting cards to your farm list. Every one sends cards at Christmas; yours will stand out.
2. Leave a business card with your tip at a restaurant
3. Ask your dry cleaner or other small vendors everyone uses regularly to hand out your business cards as a service to new customers.

4. Visit home buyers three to six months after the sale with a small gift to keep your self fresh in their minds.
5. Form alliances with churches in your area so they will refer new parishioners to you

Builder Confidence Remains Solid in July
WASHINGTON, July 16 - Builder confidence in the market for single-family homes remained solid, with the outlook for the remainder of the year particularly high, the National Association of Home Builders' Housing (NAHB) reported today. NAHB's Housing Market Index (HMI), a key monthly measure of builder confidence, gained two points to 64 in July and a component index gauging sales expectations for the next six months rose three points to a reading of 73 - its highest level in over two years.
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MLS ISSUES
We are currently out of Keyboxes at the Association Office. The boxes are due to be delivered on Monday or Tuesday. Please call before you stop in the office to purchase a Keybox.

EDUCATION
Introduction to Feng Shui will be offered at the NKAR office on August 4th from 9 to noon. Why not add some energy and harmony to your life? It couldn’t hurt! 3 hours of continuing education elective credit for Ohio will be given.

Let the MLS Be Your Advantage will be offered in the NKAR computer lab on August 5th from 9 to noon. You’ll be amazed at the things you’ll learn in this hands-on computer class. 3 hours of continuing education elective credit for Kentucky will be given.

Agency Violations: Could They Be Yours? will be offered at the NKAR office on August 12th from 9 to noon. The agency relationship is so important so make sure you’re doing it right! 3 hours of continuing education law credit for Kentucky PLUS 3 hours of core credit for Ohio. What a great deal!!!

Buyer’s Representation will be offered at the NKAR office on August 15th from 9 to noon. Learn how to work risk-free with buyers exclusively. 3 hours of continuing education law credit for Kentucky will be given.

Neighbor Law will be offered at the NKAR office on August 15th from 1-4 p.m. Learn how to prevent and resolve those neighbor disputes. 3 hours of continuing education elective credit for Kentucky will be given.
All the above classes are $25 for NKAR members and $50 for non-members of the NKAR. Call 859-344-8400 to register.

MISCELLANEOUS
Lunch & Learn will be offered on August 14th from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The topic will be “Streetsafe Program” with Lee Handley from Safe Harbor Security Consulting. In today’s world, we all worry about our safety. Get some great tips from a retired service veteran. Fee is only $5. If you plan on attending please call 859-344-8400 to make your reservation.

AFFILIATES CORNER

“USE AN AFFILIATE FIRST!”

for a list of affiliate members click here
Please extend a warm welcome to:
Hale Newman of Guardian Angel Home Inspections