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FROM THE PRESIDENT

Mark Joyner

Wow! As I sit to write this column, I can’t believe that my year as President is more than half way over. But the time has been well spent; because, as a team—leadership, membership, and staff—we’ve accomplished some amazing things and there is still much more on tap for the remainder of the year.

We have smoothly converted to a new MLS system, Matrix. While I know Matrix isn’t perfect, it is a very good MLS system that works well in a mobile environment and is built for future innovation. If you’re interested in some quick tips on Matrix, check out my monthly videos in eNews which always feature a nifty, new Matrix trick. Speaking of MLS, be sure to attend an “MLS Road Rules” class. Each attendee earns one MLS fine waiver.

In addition to information on the “MLS Road Rules” class, in this edition of Listed you’ll find everything you need to get ready for REALTORfest. This year’s event features a fantastic line up of speakers, including actor/director Tim Reid and VCU President Mike Rao, as well as timely seminars and a number of new vendors in the Trade Show. See you October 28 at the Convention Center. Also, on page 12, check out photos from this year’s Affordable Housing Awareness Week. I had the privilege to participate in a service project with the RAR/CVR MLS Boards of Directors—hard work on behalf of others never felt so good. Affordable Housing Awareness Week is just one of the many ways that the 4,000 members of RAR give back to our community, and one of the many reasons I’m proud to be a part of this Association.

Another hearty thanks to all of our RPAC Major Donors, listed on pages 20-21. It’s the contributions of these donors and all of you who give to RPAC that make our legislative successes possible. Earlier this year, we helped the Virginia Association of REALTORS® pass landmark legislation—the First Time Home Buyer’s Savings Account. Now, you and your clients will be able to designate savings or stock accounts, etc., as “First Time Home Buyer” accounts and pay no state taxes on the interests/gains on the account. And when the account’s beneficiaries purchase their first home, they will pay no taxes on the funds from the account as well. We hope this law will one day make saving for that first home as prevalent as saving for kids’ college educations!

More information on the First Time Home Buyer savings account is available for you and your clients at www.WeAreTheR.com, RAR’s site that seeks to promote to the public the benefits of using a REALTOR®. The infographic, “What’s the Value of Using a REALTOR®?” is available at WeAreTheR.com and also as a flyer within Instanet—perfect for including in your listing packages.

Whether it’s our We Are The R campaign, lobbying efforts, educational classes, or a robust MLS, the services of RAR and CVR MLS are designed to enhance your professionalism and facilitate your ability to earn a living. I hope you will join me in continuing to take advantage of all that we have to offer.

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REALTORfest 2014: RVA on the Rise 16

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NEWSREALTORfest 2014: RVA on the RiseOct 28 I Greater Richmond Convention Center 8am — 4pm Join actor and director Tim Reid and a blue-ribbon panel of RVA’s business elite for an in-depth look at the social, economic, and cultural attributes that have made Richmond a rising star. For more details, see page 16.

Linda Terry Appointed to Auctioneers Board Governor Terry McAuliffe has appointed former RAR President Linda Terry to Virginia’s Auctioneers Board. The Auctioneers Board regulates individuals and firms that conduct auctions in the Commonwealth. RAR congratulates Linda on her appointment.

Women’s Council of REALTORS® Virginia State Chapters Receive National AwardsCongratulations to RAR members Gail Ailor and Cynthia Saady.The Virginia State Chapter of the Women’s Council of REALTORS® was presented the 2013 Small State Chapter of the Year for chapter excellence at the annual national Awards Banquet May 16, 2014, in Washington, D.C. This award is earned by only one chapter in its category from among all chapters nationwide. It was accepted by Gail Ailor, the Chapter’s 2013/2014 President. 2013 Virginia Member of the Year was awarded to Cynthia Nadder Saady, from the Richmond Chapter, who served on the 2013 Virginia State Chapter Governing Board.

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2014 Dues Billing DatesItem Billing Date Due Date2015 Annual Association Dues October 1 before 5pm October 31Q1 2015 MLS Dues December 1 before 5pm December 31

2014 Installation Reception & Annual Awards CeremonyWednesday, December 10, 2014, 5:00p.m.-7:00p.m.University of Richmond Jepson Alumni CenterRegistration: $15 per person2014 committee members will receive complimentary registration. Complimentary registration can be completed by emailing [email protected]. All other members can register at RARealtors.com or call 804.422.5000.

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CVR MLS Rules & RegulationsCVRMLS.MyiSmart.com

RAR Government AffairsRARealtors.com/government-affairs

David AdamsNancy CheelyCarol HaleyCindy JezLummie JonesMichael Maloney

Jim NapierJohn O’ReillyCurt ReichstetterChristina RoyalBoyd Y. SmithSusan Swink

Mark Joyner2014 President

John S. Finn, Jr.2014 President-Elect

Linda Terry 2014 Immediate Past President

Dawn Bradley2014 Vice President

Grassroots Action CenterRealtorActionCenter.com

RAR EducationRARealtors.com/education

Virginia Real Estate BoardDPOR.Virginia.gov/boards/real-estate

Virginia Association of REALTORS®

VARealtor.com

Consumer WebsiteWeAreTheR.com

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LEARN THE RULES OF THE ROAD AND GET A MLS FINE WAIVERThe CVR MLS Board of Directors has approved a new program designed to increase MLS user understanding of the MLS Rules and Regulations and provide some financial relief in the event of a fineable rules infraction. As of July 1, 2014, CVR MLS users who attend the MLS Road Rules class will earn a “credit” that may be used to offset an MLS violation fine of up to $250. The “credit” may be applied to one MLS fine per calendar year. The Road Rules class must have been completed within the 12 months prior of the date of the MLS violation notice. The “credit” does not apply to MLS fees, lockbox key misuse, password sharing, multiple violations and MLS security violations.

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The MLS Road Rules class is an in-depth review and discussion of MLS rules and regulations, the origin and intent of key rules and ways to avoid fines and penalties. The class is offered twice each month, free of charge. The class also carries two hours of CE/PL credit.

To register for an MLS Road Rules class, visit RARealtors.com/education or call 804-422-5000.

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THANK YOU AHAW VOLUNTEERS

On behalf of the Partnership for Housing Affordability, the Richmond Association of REALTORS® would like to express deep gratitude for all the efforts of its REALTOR® members who participated in volunteer projects during Affordable Housing Awareness Week this year. Thanks to the efforts of all who came out and gave a day of work for affordable housing. Registration for projects quickly filled, the objectives of several local housing nonprofits were met, and REALTORS® once again demonstrated their commitment to improving the communities they serve. Here are some photos from the event—a day of work never looked so fun.


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FEATURED COURSES RAR education policies are available at RARealtors.com/education

To register, visit www.RARealtors.com or call 804.422.5000. ASSOCIATION OF REALTORSR I C H M O N D

Finish Your Broker License Classes in 2014!

9/5/14 (9AM-5PM) 9/8/14 (9AM-12:30PM) 9/12/14 (9AM-12:30PM) 9/15/14 (9AM-12:30PM) 9/17/14 (1PM-4:30PM)

BROKER FINANCE12/1/14 (9AM-5PM) 12/3/14 (1PM-4:30PM) 12/5/14 (1PM-4:30PM)12/8/14 (1PM-4:30PM)12/10/14 (1PM-4:30PM)

Early Registration Through 11/24/14

Instructor: Pat Turner

BROKER APPRAISAL10/2/14 (9AM-5PM) 10/7/14 (1PM-4:30PM) 10/8/14 (9AM-12:30PM) 10/13/14 (9AM-12:30PM) 10/14/14 (1PM-4:30PM)


Instructor: Jim Cain

REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE11/3/14 (9AM-5PM) 11/4/14 (1PM-4:30PM) 11/10/14 (9AM-12:30PM) 11/13/14 (1PM-4:30PM) 11/17/14 (9AM-12:30PM)


Instructor: Donna Procise

BROKER LAW


Instructor: Donna Procise

January 7th & 8th, 2014 | 9AM-5PM BROKER EXAM PREP

Instructor: Donna Procise/Cathy Englishman

$100 or FREE with purchase of 3 Broker courses.*

RAR Member Fee (includes text book): $250 Before Early Registration Date $275 After Early Registration Date

RAR School policies are availalble at RARealtor.com/Education

*Optional, but recommended textbooks for Broker Exam Prep: Virginia State Law & PSI Exam Prep - $80

BROKER PRE-LICENSURE FAST TRACK

These condensed courses are ideal for busy real estate professionals who are ready to complete the Virginia Real Estate Broker education requirements. Save both time and

money through a combination of home study and classroom instruction.

Register Online at www.RARealtors.com or Call 804.422.5000 RAR education policies are available at RARealtors.com/education

Credit: 4 hours Broker Management CEFee: $150

**Previous class attendees may re-take the class and receive an updated version of the sample manual for the reduced rate of $75. Call 804-422-5006 to register at the reduced rate.

BROKER OFFICE POLICY MANUAL WORKSHOP

All VA real estate firms are required to have a written policies and procedures manual. This includes sole proprietorships and referral companies. This four hour workshop covers the required policies established in the DPOR Rules and Regulations.

Working with the sample manual provided in the class brokers will be able to create customized content for their individual practices. An electronic version of the sample manual will be provided to all class attendees at the completion of the class**.

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These policies include:AdvertisingAgent SupervisionEscrow ManagementFair HousingRecord Keeping

Do you have a DPOR compliant policy manual?

Monday, October 13, 2014 | 8AM - 12PM Instructor: Attorney Michael Lafayette

• Gain an understanding of the distinct real estate goals, concerns, and needs of seniors today

• Learn the key differences in housing options, such as age-restricted communities, age-in-place design and assisted living

• Understand the application of the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA)

• Become familiar with reverse mortgages and the use of pensions, 401k accounts, and IRAs in real estate transactions

• Become familiar with the various professional services such as estate planners, reverse mortgage lenders, staging specialists and the lifestyle needs of today’s seniors

Adults aged 50+ represent more than 20% of the U.S. population. For senior adults, the homes that they live in are their largest asset and account for much of their net worth.

When you attend the 2-Day Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) Designation course, you will:

RAR Education policies are available at: RARealtors.com/education

Seniors Real EstateSpecialist® (SRES) Designation (2-Day Course)

Monday, October 20, 2014, 9AM - 5PM& Tuesday, October 21, 2014, 9AM - 5PM

Instructor: Cathy Saunders,

ABR®, Senior Housing Specialist, GRI®, SRES®

Credit:CE: 14 hrs Electives, 1 hr Agency, 1 hr Law

RAR Member Fee: $199 before 10/13/14 $250 after 10/13/14

Call for non-member pricing.

Register Onlineat RARealtors.comor call 804.422.5000

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SEPTEMBER________________________THU 049am – 12pm Show Me the Money! Escrow Requirements 1pm – 4pm REALTOR® Risk Management

FRI 059am – 5pm Pre-Licensing: Broker Law (Day 1)

MON 089am – 1230pm Pre-Licensing: Broker Law (Day 2) 1pm – 3pm MLS Road Rules1pm – 3pm Property Management: Application Process

TUES 091pm – 3pm Fair Housing (FREE to RAR Members)

WED 108am – 5pm GRI #401 Understanding Agency9am – 11am The E-Deal: Instanet Transaction Management

FRI 129am – 5pm e-Pro Designation (Day 1-Classroom Only)9am – 1230pm Pre-Licensing Broker Law (Day 3)

MON 159am – 5pm Business of your Business (PMN Designation)9am – 1230pm Pre-Licensing Broker Law (Day 4)

TUE 169am – 5pm Effective Negotiations (PMN Designation)

WED 179am – 5pm CE Mandatory Hours (Day 1)1pm – 430pm Pre-Licensing Broker Law (Day 5)

THU 189am – 5pm CE Elective Hours (Day 2)

WED 249am – 5pm Broker Continuing Education

MON 299am – 12pm Advance Contracts1pm – 3pm iMapp/Tax Record

OCTOBER ________________________ THU 029am – 5pm Pre-Licensing Broker Finance (Day 1)

MON 061pm – 3pm Property Management: Top 10 Leasing Mistakes

TUE 079am – 12pm Commercial Contracts 1pm – 430pm Pre-Licensing Broker Finance (Day 2)

WED 088am – 5pm GRI #412-Construction & Selling New Homes 9am – 1230pm Pre-Licensing Broker Finance (Day 3)

FRI 101pm – 3pm The E-Deal: Instanet Transaction Management

MON 138am – 12pm Broker Office Policy 9am – 1230pm Pre-Licensing Broker Finance (Day 4) 1pm – 4pm Mastering the Matrix CMA

TUE 141pm – 430pm Pre-Licensing Broker Finance (Day 5)

WED 159am – 5pm CE Mandatory Hours (Day 1)

THU 169am – 5pm CE Elective Hours (Day 2)

FRI 179am – 12pm Anatomy of the Residential Contract 9am – 4pm Contractually Speaking 1pm – 4pm Contract Drafting Workshop

MON 209am – 5pm Senior Real Estate Specialist (Day 1)

TUE 219am – 5pm Senior Real Estate Specialist (Day 2)

THU 2310am – 12pm MLS Road Rules

TUE 28730am – 4pm REALTORfest 2014-RVA on the Rise

FRI 319am – 11am Fair Housing (FREE to RAR Members)

NOVEMBER________________________ MON 039am – 5pm Pre-Licensing Brokerage (Day 1)

1pm – 3pm Property Management: Evictions & Collections

TUE 048am – 5pm GRI #410-The Code of Ethics IS Good Business1pm – 430pm Pre-Licensing Brokerage (Day 2)

MON 109am – 12pm Residential Lease Purchase Workshop

9am – 1230pm Pre-Licensing Brokerage (Day 3)

WED 129am – 5pm CE Mandatory Hours (Day 1)

THU 139am – 5pm CE Elective Hours (Day 2)1pm – 430pm Pre-Licensing Brokerage (Day 4)

MON 179am – 1230pm Pre-Licensing Brokerage (Day 5)10am – 12pm MLS Road Rules

WED 199am – 5pm Broker Continuing Education

THU 209am – 12pm Exclusive Authorization to Sell Master Class1pm – 3pm Basic Instanet & Authentisign

FRI 219am – 11am RE Stats

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DECEMBER________________________MON 019am – 5pm Pre-Licensing Appraisal (Day 1)

TUE 021pm – 3pm Fair Housing (FREE to RAR Members)

WED 038am – 5pm GRI #411-Successful Settlement & Managing the Transaction

1pm – 430pm Pre-Licensing Appraisal (Day 2)

THU 04 1pm – 3pm MLS Road Rules

FRI 05 1pm – 430pm Pre-Licensing Appraisal (Day 3)

MON 08 1pm – 430pm Pre-Licensing Appraisal (Day 4)

WED 10 1pm – 1230pm Pre-Licensing Appraisal (Day 5)

THU 11 9am – 12pm REALTOR® Risk Management

1pm – 4pm Show Me the Money! Escrow Requirements

MON 15 9am – 11am The E-Deal: Instanet Transaction Management

WED 17 9am – 5pm CE Mandatory Hours (Day 1)

THU 18 9am – 5pm CE Elective Hours (Day 2)

SEPTEMBER________________________THU 04 Show Me the Money! Escrow9am – 12pm Requirements-3 Hours Escrow Requirements PLE

1pm – 4pm Watch Where You Step! 3 Hours Risk Management PLE

MON 08 MLS Road Rules1pm – 3pm 2 Hours Current industry Trends PLE

TUE 09 Fair Housing1pm – 3pm 2 Hours Fair Housing PLE (FREE to RAR Members)

WED 10 GRI #401-Understanding Agency8am – 5pm 3 Hours VA Agency

9am – 11am The E-Deal: Instanet Transaction Management 2 Hours Current Industry Trends PLE

FRI 12 e-Pro Designation9pm – 5pm (Day 1-Classroom Only) 2 Hours Current Industry Trends

THU 18 Foundations of RE Law9am – 5pm 8 Hours Law PLE

MON 29 iMapp/Tax Record1pm – 3pm 2 Hours Current Industry Trends PLE

OCTOBER________________________FRI 10 The E-Deal: Instanet1pm – 3pm Transaction Management 2 Hours Current Industry Trends PLE


FRI 17 Contractually Speaking9am – 4pm 6 Hours Contract Writing PLE

THU 23 MLS Road Rules10am – 12pm 2 Hours Current Industry Trends PLE

TUE 28 REALTORfest 2014-RVA on 730am – 4pm the Rise

FRI 31 Fair Housing9am – 11am 2 Hours Fair Housing PLE (FREE to RAR Members)

NOVEMBER________________________TUE 04 GRI #410-The Code of Ethics IS8am – 5pm Good Business 3 Hours Ethics PLE


MON 17 MLS Road Rules10am – 12pm 2 Hours Current Industry Trends PLE

THU 20 Basic Instanet & Authentisign1pm – 3pm 2 Hours Current Industry Trends PLE

DECEMBER________________________TUE 02 Fair Housing1pm – 3pm 2 Hours Current Industry Trends (FREE to RAR Members)

WED 03 GRI #411-Successful 8am – 5pm Settlement & Managing the Transaction 2 Hours Current Industry Trends PLE

THU 04 MLS Road Rules1pm – 3pm 2 Hours Current Industry Trends PLE

THU 11 Watch Where You Step!9am – 12pm 3 Hours Risk Management PLE 1pm – 4pm Show Me the Money! Escrow Requirements-3 Hours Escrow Requirements PLE

MON 15 The E-Deal: Instanet Transaction9am – 11am Management 2 Hours Current Industry Trends PLE


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REALTORFEST 2014:RVA ON THE RISE

RVA on the Rise! Richmond Virginia has had a banner year

with accolades for quality of life, employment, education

and affordability. REALTORfest 2014 will be a celebration

of the Richmond experience and lifestyle. This biennial

all-day event offers the largest real estate trade show in

Central Virginia and the most popular event offered by the

Richmond Association of REALTORS®. This year’s event

will be held at the Greater Richmond Convention Center

on October 28, 2014, from 8a.m. to 4p.m. In addition to a

trade show featuring more than 100 vendors, attendees

will have the opportunity to hear from a blue ribbon panel

of Richmond’s business elite, including Tim Reid, Director,

and Founder/President of New Millennium Studios in

Petersburg, Virginia. The panel discussion will feature

an in-depth look at the social, economic, and cultural

attributes that have made Richmond a rising star.

Tim Reid, New Millennium Studios

Tim Reid, the Emmy-nominated actor, director and producer,

has been a mainstay in the entertainment industry for the last

three decades. He is probably best known for his starring role

as “Venus Flytrap,” on the popular CBS television series “WKRP

in Cincinnati” from 1978–1982. Twice he has been nominated

for the NAACP Image Award for “Best Actor in a Comedy”

for his popular characters. Reid has had many starring roles

over the years in several television series, including “The

Richard Pryor Show,” “Simon & Simon,” “Frank’s Place,” “Snoops,”

“Save Our Streets,” and the hit WB series “Sister, Sister.”

Dr. Michael Rao, Virginia Commonwealth University/ VCU

Health System

As president of VCU and the VCU Health System, Dr. Rao leads

a national research university with a leading academic medical

center that is the largest employer in the Richmond area —

with about 20,000 employees — and the sixth largest in

Virginia. Rao is responsible for one of the nation’s most

comprehensive academic health centers, which is ranked

among the best hospitals in the country.


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FEATURE


Jack Berry, Richmond Region Tourism

John F. “Jack” Berry Jr is president and CEO of Richmond

Region Tourism. His job since 1992 is to market tourism in

Richmond and in Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico and

New Kent counties. Jack grew up in Chicago, Illinois and

graduated from Georgetown University. In 2010 under

Berry’s leadership, the Richmond Metropolitan Convention

& Visitors Bureau (now Richmond Region Tourism) was

presented with the Southeast Tourism Society’s Shining

Example Award for Internet Excellence and was

recognized by Meetings & Conventions with a Gold

Service Award.

Berry is a member of the Board for Richmond Sports

Backers, Richmond Strikers Soccer Club, Jefferson

Davis Association, James River Advisory Committee,

James Madison University Parents Council, Virginia

Green Advisory Committee, Richmond’s Future Council

of Advisors and chairman of the board for Virginia Civil

War Trails. He is also the past president of the Virginia

Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus.

Special Guest Sean Burch will present Mind Over Mountains,

sponsored by the Richmond Mortgage Bankers Association.

Susan Wienecki, Richmond Magazine

Susan Winiecki serves as the Associate Publisher/Editorial

Director of Richmond Magazine. Arriving at the magazine

in 1996 after a career in newspapers, Susan has launched

all of the magazine’s popular ancillary publications, which

include RHome, Richmond Bride, Dine, RHealth and

Welcome Inc.

Susan has served on a number of community boards

and currently sits on the Podium Foundation board. She

founded the region’s restaurant awards called the Elbys,

co-founded the Teresa Pollak Prizes for Excellence in Arts

and has chaired the acclaimed food festival, Broad Appetit

for the past five years.

Dennis Bickmeier, Richmond International Raceway

Dennis is President of the Richmond International

Raceway Complex. This 1,000-acre, multipurpose facility is

home to Richmond International Raceway and one of the

most versatile special events sites in the country. RAR is

known as “America’s Premier Short Track,” offering night

racing action and a commitment to the fan experience.


A 24-year veteran in the public relations and

communications field, Bickmeier spent time with the

former Anaheim Angels, now the Los Angeles Angels of

Anaheim, and the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim. He has also

held positions with the Big West Conference, Orange

County Sports Association, Los Angeles Rams and the Los

Angeles Dodgers.

Special Guest Motivational Speaker Sean Burch, Author,

Extreme Fitness expert, television and radio personality

(Sponsored by Richmond Mortgage Bankers Association)

Sean is regularly sought by the world’s leading news

organizations for his expert opinion on leadership, fitness

and adventure exploration, including CNN, BBC, National

Geographic, ABC World News, The Associated Press,

Reuters, and CNNA.

A 6-time world record holder, Sean is winner of National

Geographic Channel’s Ultimate Survival Alaska race, and

was awarded Goodwill Ambassador to Nepal by their

government for aid work in the hidden Himalaya regions

of Nepal, the Fujisan Club, in Japan, and multiple health

outpost clinics throughout the Khumbu region of Nepal.

Sean is author of the highly acclaimed self-help and

fitness book, Hyperfitness: 12 Weeks to Conquering Your

Inner Everest and a motivational, teamwork and leadership

consultant for businesses, including: StellarOne, Northrop

Grumman Corporation, Wells Fargo, The Explorer’s Club,

Roanoke College, Association for Support of Children with

Cancer (ASK), and the United States Navy.

Sean will engage, energize, and inspire members with his

motivational breakout session on self-empowerment and

how to conquer your “personal Everest.”

Legally Speaking

This year, attendees will have the opportunity to hear

from two top real estate legal authorities, Michael

Lafayette, legal counsel for the Richmond Association of

REALTORS®/CVR MLS and partner with the firm Lafeyette,

Ayers & Whitlock PLC and John “Chip” Dicks, Special

Counsel for the Virginia Association of REALTORS® and

expert in the areas of landlord tenant and fair housing law.

Legally Speaking educational sessions offer REALTORS®

the opportunity to ask questions about real estate related

legislation, risk management, and best practices. You

won’t want to miss either of these valuable sessions.

REALTORfest 2014 RVA On the Rise October 28, 2014

7:30AM–9AM – Registration, Trade Show & Continental

Breakfast

9AM–10:30AM – Keynote Panel Address – RVA on the Rise

Tim Reid, Actor, Director, and Founder/President of New

Millennium Studios

Dr. Michael Rao, President of Virginia Commonwealth

University and VCU Health Systems

Susan Wienecki, Associate Publisher/Editorial Director of

Richmond Magazine

Dennis Bickmeier, President of Richmond International

Raceway Complex

Jack Berry, President and CEO of Richmond Region Tourism

10:30AM–12PM Trade Show

11AM–12PM – Educational Seminars:

Seminar 1: Legally Speaking for Property Managers – CE

Presenter: Attorney Chip Dicks, FutureLaw

Seminar 2: “What’s Cookin”…Meth Labs in VA – CE

Presenter: VA State Police

Seminar 3: Moving Mountains Sponsored by RMBA

Presenter: Sean Burch, Motivational Speaker

12:15PM–1PM Luncheon

1PM–3PM Trade Show & Dessert and Coffee Bar

1:30PM–3PM Educational Sessions:

Seminar 1 – Richmond Architecture- Construction

Elements and Design Features, Old and New

Presenter: Edwin Slipek, VCU Professor of Architecture

Seminar 2 – Legally Speaking for Residential Sales

Licensees – CE

Presenter: RAR/CVR MLS Legal Counsel Michael Lafayette

Seminar 3 – Hardcore Prospecting

Presenter: Leroy Houser

3PM–4PM – Beer & Wine Happy Hour

11AM–12PM and 1:30PM–3:30PM

Sean Burch – Meet and Greet

Richmond Times Dispatch – Digital Marketing Forum and Matrix

Technology sessions – Matrix, RE Stats, Instanet, Listhub

and more

Don’t miss out on the early registration rate of $30

for this premiere biennial event featuring education,

networking, and the latest trends in real estate products

and services. Early registration ends September 30, 2014,

after which the registration fee increases to $40. To register

online and for more information about the day’s events

and programming, visit Realtorfest2014.com or call

804-422-5000 today.

It Pays To Register Early…

In addition to saving on registration for REALTORfest

2014, registrants are also eligible to win valuable prizes in

weekly REALTORfest contests and drawings.

*Must be registered for REALTORfest 2014 to be eligible to win

GIVEAWAYS

$100 Restaurant.com Gift Certificate2hr Segway of Richmond Landmark Tour for 2

NASCAR Ride-Along Race Experience$100 Gift Certificate to Cinebistro

$50 Fandango Gift Card$50 Exxon Gas Card

2 Tickets to the Richmond Symphony League’s Designer House

VCU “Spirit Wear” Gift Basket2 Tickets to University of Richmond Football Game

Valentine Richmond History Walking Tour for 2$50 RAR Class Credit

Richmond Trolley Tour for 22-year Subscription to Richmond Magazine

Riverside Rafting Trip for 2 2 Tickets to Lewis Ginter & Dinner with Santa

Photo Ops

Email a photo to [email protected] of

you posing—either in front of your favorite Richmond

landmark, or in the RAR lobby in front of the “RVA on the

Rise” sign—for a chance to win a Riverside Outfitters

rafting trip for two (valued at $158). Enter as many

unique photos as you like.


Click here to view photos from REALTORfest 2012

Click here to learn more about Sean Burch

http://realtorfest2014.com/register

http://realtorfest2014.com/2012-photos/

http://realtorfest2014.com/2012-photos/

http://realtorfest2014.com/speaker-highlight-sean-burch-extreme-survivor/

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GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

$5,000Richmond Association of REALTORS®

GOLDEN R $5,000Tom JeffersonJoyner Fine Properties

Karen Smith RE/MAX Commonwealth

Jack Torza Long and Foster REALTORS® (Presidents Circle and Hall of Fame Member)

Bill WhiteJoyner Fine Properties(Presidents Circle Member)

CRYSTAL R $2,500Gary DudaRE/MAX Action Real Estate

STERLING R $1,000Katy Allenbaugh-RichardsFirst American Home Buyers Protection

Raffi BandazianBandazian & Holden

Jim BrooksRE/MAX Commonwealth

Blake EudaileyReal Living Eudailey Real Estate

Eleanor GoodeMetropolitan Real Estate, Inc. (Presidents Circle Member)

Nathan HughesBandazian & Holden

Anne InnesRE/MAX Commonwealth

Tom InnesRE/MAX Commonwealth(Hall of Fame Member)

Jody KormanRE/MAX Commonwealth

Michael MaloneyKeller Williams

Jim NapierNapier REALTORS® ERA

John O’ReillyBase Camp Realty of Richmond

Poore Reichstetter TeamJoyner Fine Properties

Scott ShaheenLong and Foster REALTORS®

Boyd SmithRE/MAX Commonwealth

GOVERNOR’S CLUB $500Jackie AtiyehJoyner Fine Properties

Jennie Barrett ShawJoyner Fine Properties

Nancy CheelyJoyner Fine Properties

John DaylorJoyner Fine Properties

Lynn PritchardJoyner Fine Properties

Karen StephensJoyner Fine Properties

Larry TerryLET Properties, LLC

Linda Staples TerryTranzon Fox Auction

The Pam Davis TeamLong and Foster REALTORS®

JOIN THE REAL ESTATE ELITE


RAREALTORS.COM

CAPITOL INSIDER $250Gail AilorFathom Realty Virginia

Wes AtiyehJoyner Fine Properties

Dawn BradleyLong and Foster REALTORS®

Fran BrooksTown & Country Sales and Management

Susan CullenLong and Foster REALTORS®

Marianne DonahueLong and Foster REALTORS®

John S. Finn, Jr.Dominion First Realty, Inc.

Larry FosterLong and Foster REALTORS®

Nancy FrazierLong and Foster REALTORS®

Margaret GentilVirginia Properties

Carol HaleyCentury 21 Signature Realty

Dee HallLong and Foster REALTORS®

Cheryl Hamm Joyner Fine Properties

Earl JacksonPrudential Slater James River

Lummie JonesNapier REALTORS® ERA

Mark JoynerNapier REALTORS® ERA

Jean LongestLong and Foster REALTORS®

Mary K. McDonaldVirginia Properties Long and Foster REALTORS®

Sandy OwensRE/MAX Commonwealth

Monica RawlesLong and Foster REALTORS®

Christina RoyalVirginia Properties

Scott RuthLong and Foster REALTORS®

Daniel SalomonskyCertified Appraisals, LLC

Cathy SaundersLong and Foster REALTORS®

Susan SwinkLong and Foster REALTORS®

To be recognized on this page as a member of the Real Estate Elite, simply make a contribution of $250 or more to Richmond RPAC.

Log in to RARealtors.com and look for the RPAC contribution link on your member profile page.

MANY THANKS TO OUR 2014 RPAC MAJOR DONORS



REALTORS® FEDERAL CREDIT UNION – OPEN A FREE BUSINESS CHECKING ACCOUNTDid you know that the National Association of REALTORS® offers its members the opportunity to join the REALTORS® Federal Credit Union (a division of Northwest Federal Credit Union)?

Credit Union members now have access to 5,100 shared branch service centers nationwide, fee-free business checking and debit cards, mortgage loans, commercial real estate loans, business lines of credit and more.

A REALTOR® FRIENDLY CREDIT UNIONREALTORS® Federal Credit Union, A Division of Northwest Federal Credit Union was founded by the National Association of REALTORS® specifically with the needs of busy real estate professionals in mind. They have modeled products and services to cater especially to REALTOR® credit union members and their unique careers. REALTORS® FCU, A Division of Northwest Federal Credit Union is a completely virtual credit union designed to accommodate the unconventional hours many of its members work. For example, they offer services like Remote Deposit, which allows members to scan their checks for deposit at a time and location that is convenient for them.

To learn more and to join the REALTORS® Federal Credit Union online, visit bit.ly/joinrfcu.

To view a brochure of additional 2014 REALTOR® benefits and discount eligibility, visit bit.ly/realtorbenefits2014.


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