VanEd Newslog

Our top story picks this week include good news from the FHA, appraisal opinions and speed traps

While many were at the Midyear meetings and others were taking care of graduation parties and other events leading up to Memorial Day Weekend (yes, that's this coming weekend) there was still some news that happened. Here are some recent stories that we found interesting;

Verizon caught our eye when it announced that it was moving to end unlimited data plans. As people move to the 4G network they will need to select a tiered plan to join. We aren't sure how many people in the industry will be affected by this but with the explosion of mobile tools in real estate this is sure to become something we all need to pay attention to.

REEA, The Real Estate Educators Association, announced that the cancelled 2012 annual conference was rescheduled for August 10-13 and will be held in Kentucky on the campus of Morehead State University. This is good news for educators and the recent webinar hosted by REEA also showed how the organization was moving forward. Great job by the current BOD. Exciting things are ahead, instructors can learn more at http://REEA.org.

Have you seen Trapster yet? find speed traps, photo radar and even road closures with this app. Available for Android, iPhones and even Blackberry this app uses crowd sourcing for something positive: fewer tickets! http://www.trapster.com/ (Since over 15 million people have this app already maybe it was just us that missed it...)

Built in 1592, The Crooked House of Windsor has a long and colorful history. We enjoyed the photos of the house as well as the story. http://bit.ly/KhISfm

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced that they would be changing lending policies relating to condominiums. This is good news as the current restrictions, originally implemented before 2010, seem to be limiting the availability of affordable financing for many projects and first time homebuyers. The ... interesting? ... news was that there was no time line announced for the changes, just that they would be "very, very soon".

This wasn't the only news from the FHA recently as they also announced that the National Servicing Center (NSC) would begin offering Preforeclosure Program (PFS) Training for Real Estate Professionals. Learn more about these regional events online here - http://bit.ly/J4XjHb.

One important study we saw (and took a great interest in) finds that drinking coffee can extend your life. Read more online at http://bit.ly/L3uMO8.

And appraisers recently got a look at the Appraisal Practices Boards (APB) Valuation Advisory #3: Residential Appraising in a Declining Market http://bit.ly/IYWP1I.  

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Post Midyear & Summer events that will help boost your business

If you have the time this busy summer these events top our list of 'things to do'. Don't forget to contact us to see where we will be and find out how to connect with us while you're there!

After the successful NAR Midyear legislative meetings and expo (held May 15th - 19th) it's not too soon to start planning for any and/or all of the following events;

 

Looking for some sort of Quasi-Governmental run webinar training on short sales? We know you are! The FHA’s National Servicing Center (NSC) is pleased to announce the Preforeclosure Program (PFS) Webinar Training for Real Estate Professionals. The training is being offered on a regional basis to offer more local and regional assistance, so check online to see when your regional training is being offered http://bit.ly/J4XjHb. 

Agent reboot - June 6th in Portland, OR is the next agent reboot (from Inman News) Learn all about mobile, video, blogs and gadgets that can help boost your business and increase productivity. The program travels to Oklahoma City in September as well. http://www.agentreboot.com/

Mortgage Tech Summit: Denver - On June 7th & 8th Join mortgage and real estate professionals from around the state as they focus on lead generation, efficiency and marketing tools. Apps and utilities too. Don't miss out on what is certain to be the top mortgage marketing event of the year in Colorado. http://MortgageTechSummit.com for more information.

AFIRE - Awesome Females in Real Estate - Join 100 of the most talented and inspiring women leaders at the 6th Annual Awesome Females in Real Estate Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona June 20th - 22nd. Learn more and register at http://realestatecoach.com/afire/.

Looking for some appraisal information in July? Then don't miss the public meeting of the ASB: Appraisal Standards Board on Friday, July 13th in Denver. Register online at http://bit.ly/JfCnwn  

The Aspen Board of REALTORS® is hosting two VanEd continuing education classes on July - Ethics for REALTORS® and the CREC Annual Update Course are both scheduled for July 26th in Aspen. Visit http://VanEd.com/Aspen for details and to register for one or both of these live classes.

Inman Connect - San Francisco - Held August 1st - 3rd this year the connect conference will blow you away with new information and innovations that can immediately help feed the techie in you - http://www.realestateconnect.com/ (note: agent reboot will be held in San Francisco on July 31st)

Instructors can close out a great summer by gathering and the recently announced REEA 2012 Conference, "Phoenix Rising: The New REEA Experience" on the campus of Morehead State University August 10th - 13th. This event is sure to be better than expected with announcements on the DREI program and the new REEA structure happening at a rapid pace. Find out more online at http://www.REEA.org.  

With so much going on in the real estate, mortgage and appraisal industries it is more important than ever to stay up to date on rules and technology. Have an event scheduled that we missed here? Let us know! email us at info@vaned.com and we will be happy to look at it! And don't forget to follow any of our social media channels to stay current on all of the conferences and events!

 

Can't attend in person? Follow the NAR Midyear legislative meetings online

This week the National Association of REALTORS® is holding its annual Midyear legislative conference and expo in Washington, D.C. Many are attending the committee meetings or legislative sessions, and thousands will take part in the expo. This is where members take an active role in the real estate industry.

For those who are unable to attend in person you can still follow along. You can visit http://www.realtor.org/midyear.nsf for information on what activities are taking place. And on Thursday, May 17th, follow along as REALTORS® rally to protect the dream of home ownership - visit http://realtorrally.org for more information.

Below is the twitter stream from this years event. You can follow along here as well!

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Are you missing agent reboot™ happening today in Denver?

We you unable to attend agent reboot™ today in the Denver? No worries. You can keep up with what is going on by following on twitter using the hashtag #agentrb (see below).

Not sure what agent reboot™ is?

Agent reboot™ (brought to you by Inman News) is a seven hour "mini-connect" where agents can learn practical ways to use mobile technology, social tools, video and other technology to improve business. Various speakers are offering practical tips and advice that agents can use in the field right now. Ideas, concepts and tools that agents can use in the future (or that might be new or even as of yet unknown) to help increase productivity and customer attraction. News and information are also shared.

Check out the agent reboot™ experience on the website at http://www.agentreboot.com/ or follow the twitter stream below to stay current on what is happening today. We encourage those who missed today's event to also consider traveling to a future Inman event.

 

 

Upcoming events include CREC Update, Ethics, tech and NAR

Check out these upcoming industry events that are taking place over the next month and join the conversation with VanEd while you're there.  

AARO Spring 2012 Conference: The Association of Appraisal Regulatory Officials will hold their annual Spring conference in Chicago, IL April 21st - 23rd. Besides committee and regulatory updates, Brad Geary from HUD will be on a panel discussing "How to investigate mortgage fraud, HECM Fraud Examples". Find out more online by visiting the AARO website at http://www.aaro.net/.

Agent Reboot - Denver: This one day conference moves to Denver on April 25th where attendees will have the opportunity to network as well as take part in interactive sessions. You can also follow along on twitter. Watch for the hashtag #agentrb. Learn more and register by clicking here.

Real Estate BarCamp: Oklahoma City: May 2nd this one day event will bring together real estate professionals who will learn and share about tools and topics and all things real estate. Attendees learn what they need by setting the agenda when they arrive.  (We love attending!) Learn more at http://rebarcampokc.com/about

NAR Mid-year meetings: REALTORS® from all over the world will again gather for the annual legislative meetings and trade show in Washington, D.C. from May 14th - 19th. This years event again features the Real Estate Symposium where members can hear perspectives on housing and finance related topics. Click Here for information on the event.

You can also follow all of the action by following us on Twitter. We will be working to keep you up to date on all that is happening at these events.

And a Final Call - Still need to take the 2012 CREC Annual Update course or Ethics for REALTORS® course? Prefer to take them in a classroom? Like Aspen? Then these courses are for you!

VanEd is proud to be providing both of these classes tomorrow, April 19th, in association with the Aspen Board of REALTORS®. Visit the following link to register - http://www.vaned.com/aspen

(Follow VanEd on Twitter to stay on top of current information and receive special discounts and promotions on all of our new courses - perhaps even on the recently updated "Land Planning" courses or discount offers on Colorado Real Estate Licensing education!)

 

ARELLO Mid-Year meetings happening this week...also

Real Estate Regulators from around the world gather this week in Austin, TX for the 2012 ARELLO Mid-Year Meetings. Here they will discuss how various regulatory agencies are navigating the changing economic and governmental factors that affect them and their licensees. Regulators will also share knowledge and best practices for effective oversight and management of the various regulated programs to develop solutions that will ensure greater consumer protection for the citizens of their jurisdictions.

Many of the ARELLO workgroups and committees will also consider goals and rules governing licensing examinations, professional distance education, best practices in real estate and the time share registry. Regulators will also share ideas and concepts for proper rulemaking and position statements. The decisions made at the annual convention typically have an impact on the real estate industry for years to come. You can follow along on twitter (search box is below) by using the hashtag #ARELLOMidyear12. You can also learn more about ARELLO on their web site at http://ARELLO.org.

Plethora of events and conferences in the Real Estate and Appraisal Industries run now through April

'Tis the season when many events and conferences take place. VanEd will be at many of the listed events below, and our partners and affiliates will be attending many others. If you have an event or conference that you would like support with please contact us at info@vaned.com. We'll be happy to look into it! 

The Association Executives get this years conference season off and running when they invade Louisville, Kentucky this week - March 16th - 20th. The Association Executives Institute conference, aptly titled 'The Triple Crown: It all starts here', will put a full slate of development and education in front of our association leaders. Not able to attend? Follow along with the hashtag #AEI2012 (or check out the live stream below) Learn more --> http://www.realtor.org/association_executives/aei/homepage 

In case you missed it, The RLI Land Conference is set for March 26-28. The 2012 National Land Conference, "Colorado Rocks,” is taking place in Denver, March 26-28. The event offers land professionals an opportunity to learn the latest issues, network, build bonds, and do deals. Access the brochure. Register by calling 800/441-5263 (LAND). More online at http://www.rliland.com/NationalLandConference.aspx 

 

Nebraska REALTORS® Association 95th Annual Conference and Expo ~ Get in the Game
The 95th Annual Convention & Exhibition will be held April 2nd - 4th at the Embassy Suites Hotel in La Vista, NE. Don't miss out on one of the great annual conferences anywhere. More online at http://www.nebraskarealtors.com/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3494

 

ARELLO - The Association of Real Estate License Law Officials head to Austin, Texas April 11th - 14th for their Mid-Year meetings. VanEd will again be in attendance at the meetings and will report back once they have concluded. Visit http://www.arello.org for more information.

 

The Colorado Association of REALTORS® will hold their Spring meetings in Vail, Colorado from April 10th - 12th. Info is online at http://coloradorealtors.com/car_events_main.asp?EventID=Spring2012

 

Are you an Instructor looking to attend the best real estate instructional gathering in the country? May we suggest you attend the RAPDD Summit in Wichita, Kansas April 11th - 13th. This annual event has emerged as a learning mecca for instructors and a key meeting for Association Professional Development Directors from across the country. Find out more at http://RAPDD.com  

 

Not to be out done, ARRO, The Association of Appraiser Regulatory Officials close out our month of mayhem with their Mid-Year meetings in Chicago, Illinois. Look for lots of discussion on AMC's at this years meetings. http://www.aaro.net/ for more details and the agenda.

 

And one final note:  Congratulations to our Prize Drawing winners from last months REALTOR® Rally recently held in Denver -

• Stacey Martindale, Gateway Realty in Brush, Colorado
• Mike Haywood, Haywood & Associates Metro Brokers

Thanks for stopping by our booth at the Rally! We look forward to seeing you online soon!

Please join us on one of the social networks listed below. Interested in a career in Appraisal or Real Estate? Take a look online at our current special promotions and pricing by visiting us at http://vaned.com. 

Join VanEd at the REALTOR® Rally this week in Denver

Colorado REALTOR® Rally - This Wednesday! February 22nd, 2012

Join VanEd and Jairek Robbins - Rapid Results Strategist - at the REALTOR® Rally at the Colorado Convention Center. Take a look at the video below for a brief introduction into what he will be presenting in his keynote address, and make sure to stop by the VanEd booth (Booth #139) to register to win free continuing education courses. We'll be announcing the winners later this week!

Visit http://www.realtorrally.org/ for registration and location information for this years REALTOR® Rally.

 

Appraisal Summit slated for Nov. 30th - Dec. 2nd in Las Vegas

JOIN IN THE EXCITEMENT!    

Join appraisers from throughout the country at the all new Tropicana Hotelin Las Vegas on Nov. 30-Dec. 2 for the Appraisal Summit & Expo. Everyone interested in the future of the residential appraisal profession will be updated on legislative activities at the state and national level as well as the future of appraisal technology. Sessions will preview what appraisers must do to be competitive in the new environment and life after Dodd-Frank.

This gathering of "the great and good" in appraising is a not-to-be-missed event that brings together both experts and practitioners for mutual benefit. A super networking opportunity!

Try it just once and you'll be a regular attendee at this unique and exciting conference. With the many changes and stresses in the appraisal industry today, you can't afford to miss it.

 Click here for Registration & info!

Registration still open for the 2011 Boulder Valley Real Estate Conference & Forecast being held 11/17

Want to earn four hours of Continuing Education credit while learning all about what is in store for the local real estate economy in the coming year? The Boulder Valley Real Estate Conference and Forecast is again being held at the Millennium Harvest House Hotel Thursday, November 17th from 9:30am - 5:30pm. The conference program consists of powerhouse presenters that will look in detail at the real estate economy in Boulder County as well as the country on the whole.

Topics being covered will include current banking and credit issues, demand, and development. The schedule again includes an update on what to expect in the year ahead for the local economy. Dave Stevens, president of the Mortgage Bankers Association, will detail how the companies who provide the funds to seal the deal are looking at 2012. And David Knox will get attendees motivated and engaged for the year ahead and show you why Real Estate Rocks. Check out his introductory video below to see a preview of what's coming!

Van Education Center will be providing 4 hours of continuing education credit to those Real Estate professionals who attend the entire program (extra fees apply). Registration confirmation for CE will take place on site. To register in advance to ensure your seat at the conference, Click Here or click the links below for more information. We look forward to seeing you there!

For conference information and to register for CE credit for this event, visit http://www.vaned.com/bvrec/ - or to see more about the event lineup visit http://fallrealestateconference.com/.

 

 

David Knox Event for BCBR - Boulder CO v2