Notable News
LEADERSHIP ELECTIONS
Vote ONLINE by July 11th by 5 p.m. Read More
Look for an e-mail containing your ballot by June 23rd.
Aurora Association of Realtors® Candidates
Colorado Association of Realtors® Candidates
FAMILY APPRECIATION DAY
JUNE 21, 2008, NOON
Bicentennial Park
A fun and FREE event sponsored by
AAR's Affiliate Committee!
Featuring...
Putt putt golf, a fun family picnic
and
games for the whole family
SAVE THE DATE!
August 18, 2008 1:00 p.m.
The Aurora Association of REALTOR®S Golf Tournament
to benefit CARHOF at The Valley Country Club
Sponsorship and registration forms are now available at the Association office.
Aurora named an "All-America City"
The city of Aurora was named an All-America City by the National Civic League at its annual competition June 4 - 6. Read more
Click here to find our more about The City of Aurora (PDF)
CAR proposes dues increase of $20 per year
This proposal is a result of considerable effort by the CAR Finance Committee and the Executive Committee, which determined that these additional funds are needed to ensure the future of CAR. Read more
Lunch and Learns sizzle in the summer
Two lunchtime seminars offer free C.E. credit
June 26, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. & July 23, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Read more
AAR seeks nominations for top Association awards
The real estate industry is filled with professionals who strive to better themselves and their businesses, who work with the highest principles at their own offices and in their Associations.
Make your nomination by July 11
Affiliate of the Year Application (PDF)
Realtor of the Year Application (PDF)
AAR Good Neighbor Award (PDF)
Ask Compliance…
How to reset Days on Market in your listing
Read more
The heat is on - loan origination system under scrutiny
It is amazing to realize that US 1st loans on residential real estate are a currency all their own. They are owned and traded by the entire world. Read more
Metrolist director position available
The Aurora Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors is seeking potential candidates for the position of Director of Metrolist, Inc. Read more
Traps of the Information Age: Blogs, voice mail and e-mail
Well, it’s here. The Information Age. So nice to just “check it out on the web.” But there are also viruses, all sorts of malware, threats to data, and identity theft – and that is just for starters. Read more
AAR bowlers themed their teams at May tourney
They dressed as cartoon characters and cowboys, donned sports logos and island apparel – and managed to put up some pretty great scores in the process! Read more
What you need to know about the upcoming
SentriLock lockbox evaluation program
SentriLock, the National Association of REALTORS® lockbox company, and the Denver metro area REALTOR® Associations will be making electronic lockboxes available to several brokerages in the area beginning in July 2008. Read more
Government Affairs Forum
Friday, July 11, 9:45 a.m.
(immediately following the REALTOR® Update Meeting)
All members are invited to attend Governmental Affairs Forums
and the Governmental Affairs Committee meeting that follows.
New video on CAR website explains benefits of CARHOF
If you’ve heard of CARHOF but don’t know exactly what those letters mean, take six minutes out of your day and get up to date.
The Colorado Association of REALTORS® Housing Opportunity Foundation is featured in a new video. Click Here To Watch
Government Affairs Corner
Ballot initiative to cap commissions fizzles
In the never-ending world of government affairs and political involvement, REALTORS® were involved in defeating a proposed measure that posed a serious threat to our industry. Read more
Avoiding common violations
How to comply with the revised MLS Rules & RegulationsThe MLS Rules & Regulations govern listing input and maintenance, promote standards and uphold the accuracy of MLS content. Read more
NAR celebrates “The Face of Real Estate for 100 Years”
Add your face to a commemorative mosaic representing REALTORS® across the country. Read more
City of Aurora asks brokers to notify clients
when property is near airport
The four airports in or near Aurora may provide significant economic benefits, but noise from aircraft can sometimes frustrate residents. Read more
NAR News: Taking a look back
What’s different today?
By Lawrence Yun
Chief Economist, NAR Research Read more
REALTORS® must fulfill Ethics requirements by end of 2008 AAR offers several class dates to make filling requirement convenient. Read more
Direct your clients to 1-877-601-HOPE
for free Foreclosure Hotline
Colorado’s new Foreclosure Hotline can help your clients connect with non-profit housing counselors who can provide information on options when facing foreclosure. Read more
New to the Library
NAR’s new legal liability reference for brokers is available for checkout at AAR’s library. Read more
LOOKING FOR SOMETHING?
If you read something recently and can't find it, try
our complete News and Information archive
Our helpful new Education Checklist
Having trouble remembering what class you took when? Here's an easy-to-use form to keep track of your education and the requirements for the Real Estate Commission and membership.
Download it now! Word doc | PDF
FACILITY RENTAL
Need a room for classes, parties, receptions?
The conference center is the perfect location for parties, weddings, receptions, meetings and classes. Members receive special discounts! More information
TECHNOLOGY HELPLINE
Need help installing software? Can't figure out how to sync your PDA? About ready to throw your computer out the window? For any technology question, you now have help - for FREE!
Just call 866-432-3027 and identify yourself as a CAR member. Help available Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Know the sign codes: protect your privilege of using temporary signs
UPDATED FOR 2006!
Sign code regulations vary by city and county in the metro area.To help you keep in compliance in the areas where you list and sell properties, we've put together a synopsis of regulations from Aurora and neighboring cities. Full story
Need to contact us? Click here to send us an e-mail.
Aurora Association of REALTORS®
14201 E. Evans Drive • Aurora, CO 80014
Tel. 303-369-5549 • Fax. 303-369-5524
