Feb 2, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Members who buy their 2021 Professional Development All-Access Passes by February 19 at 4:30 p.m. will be entered into a draw to receive a credit for the cost of the pass! (Don’t worry if you’ve already bought yours, you’ll be entered into the draw as well!) Passes are $100 plus applicable taxes and are valid for RAHB courses that run until December 31, 2021.
You only need to take two or three courses to get your money’s worth and you can register for as many of the eligible courses as you want until December 31 of this year – all for only $100!
The 2021 Professional Development All-Access Pass is also a great gift for anyone on your staff including your Office Administrator or Administrative Assistant.
How do I buy a 2021 Professional Development All-Access Pass?
To purchase your 2021 Professional Development All-Access Pass please log in to my.rahb.ca and click on the RAHB Education and Account Services icon. You must complete your purchase BEFORE you register for any courses. Once your 2021 Professional Development All-Access Pass is purchased, you can start registering for courses at no charge!
Terms & Conditions
The 2021 Professional Development All-Access Pass costs $100 plus applicable taxes. Passes are valid for courses that have a value of $45 or less and are held before December 31, 2021. Passes are issued to a specific person – not a brokerage and as such are non-transferable. Office Administrators or Administrative Assistants who wish to take advantage of the All-Access Pass must be registered with RAHB.
To view our upcoming courses and see what you could be saving, please click the button below.
Professional Development Courses & Schedule
Feb 1, 2021 | Uncategorized |
The REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington (RAHB) reported 825 sales of residential properties located within the RAHB market area processed through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System in January 2021. Sales were down 9.6 per cent over last month but up 6.9 per cent over January of last year. New listings were up 47.3 per cent over December 2020 and down 16.2 per cent over last January. The average price for residential properties was $787,840, which was up 7.9 per cent from last month and up 27.6 per cent from January 2020. The number of active listings available at the end of the month was 53.2 per cent lower than the previous year.
*The news release will be posted to www.rahb.ca/market-stats/ on Tuesday, February 2.*
Follow the links below for:
Burlington
Halidmand
Hamilton
Niagara North
Jan 25, 2021 | Matrix |
Have you ever asked asked the question “Where do buyers come from?”
On February 2 2021 a new field in Matrix will help answer that question! RAHB implemented an optional postal code field in Matrix to monitor Buyer Path projections, as seen in the picture below.
By adding this field, the data collected gives REALTORS® the ability to visualize where buyers are coming from based on filters such as price, date range, location and property type. This field was added in May 2018 for the Kamloops and District Real Estate Association (KADREA) and their information can be seen in the image below.
CREA is now offering their own Buyer Path application for all Associations to utilize across Canada which will be ready for implementation in the first quarter of 2021. CREA’s Buyer Path application provides vital information for RAHB REALTORS® and external stakeholders.
Example: You are listing an apartment condominium at $500,000, you can visit the Buyer Path application and determine exactly where Buyers have originated for that type of property over the past 6 months. You can then target your digital marketing to that specific area.
CREA has advised it will require at minimum 9 – 12 months of postal code data for the application to be beneficial for users.
With regards to privacy, it is important to let your buyers know that a postal code is simply a mailing route and does not pinpoint a Buyers origin address.
Although the field is will start out as being optional, RAHB hopes to make the field mandatory over time in order to provide the most accurate data possible.
For further information about the Buyer Path Application, please read the following REM article https://www.realestatemagazine.ca/how-small-real-estate-boards-can-be-leaders/
If you have any questions, please contact the MLS® Help Desk at support@rahb.ca.
Jan 25, 2021 | Uncategorized |
The REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington (RAHB) reported 14,863 sales of residential properties located within the RAHB market area were processed through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System in 2020. This is 8.4 per cent more sales than in 2019. The average price of a residential property in 2020 was $690,002. This is up 16.8 per cent from 2019. The average price in 2010 was $310,258 which represents a 125.4 per cent increase. New residential listings were down 7.6 per cent compared to 2019.
*The news release will be posted to www.rahb.ca/market-stats/ on Tuesday, January 26.*
Follow the links below for more 2020 year-end statistics:
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Niagara North
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Jan 20, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Starting January 26 at 8 a.m., RAHB will begin selling a limited number of 2021 Professional Development All-Access Passes for $100. This pass is valid for courses held up to December 31, 2021. Courses must have a value of $45 or less to be eligible for the All-Access Pass. Consider the savings! You only need to take two or three courses to get your money’s worth for the year – and you can register for as many of the eligible courses as you want until December 31 of this year – all for only $100!
To view our upcoming courses and see what you could be saving, please click the button below.There are more than 25 webinars being offered up until May 31 and ALL of them are included in the 2021 Professional Development All-Access Pass! If you were to sign up for every webinar individually, you’d be paying more than $650!
Remember there are only a limited number of these 2021 Professional Development All-Access Passes and they’re only $100 each!
How to buy your pass:
Login to
my.rahb.ca and click on the RAHB Education and Account Services icon. You must complete your purchase BEFORE you register for any courses. Once your 2021 Professional Development All-Access Pass is purchased, you can start registering for courses at no charge!
Questions?
Jan 20, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Have you posted your video or photo yet to celebrate RAHB’s 100th Anniversary?
We still encourage members to celebrate RAHB’s 100th anniversary until January 31 on social media. You can raise a glass, blow out some birthday candles or even sing a round of Happy Birthday – get creative! We look forward to seeing how you honour this milestone.
If you are camera shy, RAHB has also created a graphic to share on social media (seen above). Please take part in congratulating RAHB on its 100th anniversary. Please click here to download the graphic.
To get the celebration started, please copy and paste the caption below. You can add this to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn or any other social media you see fit!
“Congratulations to #RAHB on it’s 100th Anniversary and here’s to 100 more! #100YearsofRAHB #HBDRAHB #RAHB100”
Don’t forget to hashtag!
If you have any questions, please e-mail Lauren at laureno@rahb.ca.
Jan 20, 2021 | Uncategorized |
On Thursday, January 21, all Brokers of Record/Managers would have received an e-mail from RAHB regarding RAHB’s new partnership with BrokerBay. Please ensure you have received this recent communication as RAHB’s partnership with BrokerBay starts next week. If you have any questions about the e-mail, please e-mail info@rahb.ca.
Jan 13, 2021 | Uncategorized |
During the COVID-19 pandemic, RAHB Members have adapted and transitioned to using electronic forms. RAHB’s printed Residential Property Information Forms dated 01/2020 and RAHB’s Commercial Property Information Forms dated 05/2018 will continue to be accepted for use until January 31, 2021, as well as sold in the RAHB Realty Shoppe until this date or sold out. After January 31, those forms will not be on sale nor will they be accepted. The most current Property Information forms dated October 2020 are only available electronically via WEBForms®.
The OREA Form 200 Listing Agreement – Authority to Offer for Sale is available by logging in to the OREA website, and will be available on WEBForms® shortly.
The WEBForms® icon is available via the RAHB Dashboard, as shown below. Members can access WEBForms® by logging into the SSO dashboard via http://my.rahb.ca, and logging in with their user ID and Password.
Once in WEBForms® , click the “Forms” icon on the left side of the screen, and then select the file for REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington.
Once here, click on either the Commercial Data Input Form or the Residential Data Input Form, as shown below.
If you have any questions, please contact the MLS® Help Desk at support@rahb.ca.
Jan 13, 2021 | Matrix |
It has been brought to RAHB’s attention that listings are being posted on RAHB’s Matrix system which include disclaimers that are in violation of CREA’s, RAHB’s and ITSO’s Rules and Regulations. The wording in these disclaimers has been found to be in violation of these rules states the Listing Brokerage or Salesperson is not responsible for the accuracy of the listing information, and that the Cooperating Brokerage/Salesperson or Buyer are required to verify the information. This includes statements in Schedules which are part of the listing.
Statements of this nature have been reviewed by legal counsel and are in violation of CREA, RAHB and ITSO Rules and Regulations:
CREA’s By-Laws and Rules Section 11.3.2: Interpretations of the Three Pillars of the MLS® Mark:
The listing REALTOR® member is responsible and accountable for the accuracy of information submitted to a Board/Association for inclusion in the Board’s MLS® System, and the Board/Association is responsible for ensuring that the data submitted to it meets reasonable standards of quality.
RAHB Rules and Regulations Section 1 MLS® Sub-section 1.03 Acceptance of Listings (c), (ii):
The Listing REALTOR®/Listing Brokerage is responsible and accountable for the accuracy of information submitted to the Association for inclusion in the Association’s MLS® System, and the Association is responsible for ensuring that the data submitted to it meets reasonable standards of quality.
Section 1 MLS® Sub-section 1.04 Responsibilities/Penalties (c), (i):
The Listing Brokerage and the Listing REALTOR® are responsible for the accuracy and correctness of an MLS® Listing and for submitting the Listing Agreement to the Association as requested. The Listing Brokerage and the Listing REALTOR® are required to ensure that all information in the MLS® Listing provided to the Association, including, but not limited to, the District/Neighbourhood Code, Address (street and municipality), Property Type and the Tax Roll Number, is accurate and correct. All Listings shall comply with the REALTOR® Code, the Act, the Bylaws of the Association, these Rules, and any other rule or regulation or policy of the Association.
Section 1 MLS® Listings Section 2, Sub-section 2.05:
2.05 The Listing Brokerage and Listing REALTOR® are responsible for the accuracy of all information submitted by the Listing Brokerage to the Association’s MLS® System, whether Board Loaded or Broker Loaded.
Additionally, as per the RAHB/ITSO datashare agreement, listings must be in compliance with the MLS® rules, regulations and policies of both parties; otherwise listings which are not in compliance will be flagged for exclusion from the datashare if they are not corrected. This flag will exclude the listing from the datashare and therefore will not be able to viewed by ITSO members and their clients..
The following is from ITSO’s Rules and Regulations Article 2 – Listing Procedures, 2.03, Sub-section (b):
The Listing Brokerage is responsible and accountable for the accuracy of information submitted to the Association for inclusion in the MLS® System database (see Section 2.10 below). The Association is responsible for ensuring that the data submitted to it meets reasonable standards of quality.
And Article 2 – Listing Procedures, 2.07, Sub-section (f):
In addition to the provisions of Sections 2.02, 2.03, 2.04, and 2.05 above and without limiting the generality of the other provisions contained in these MLS® Rules, a Listing shall not be accepted by the Association as an MLS® Listing if:
it includes disclaimers of responsibility by the Listing Brokerage or the Seller for the accuracy or completeness of the information on the MLS® Listing, or any requirement for Members or Co-operating Brokerages or Buyers to verify the information; and/or Regional MLS® Rules (Cont’d) Page 10 of 25 Approved – October 30, 2015 (g) it includes any instruction from a Seller that would relieve the Listing Brokerage or any other Brokerage of any obligation under these MLS® Rules.
The Listing Brokerage must take responsibility for the accuracy of all the listing data that is uploaded onto the MLS® system; and cannot shift the onus to the Cooperating Brokerage, Salesperson or Buyer to verify the listing data displaying on the MLS® system.
Should you have a listing(s) which contains any disclaimers regarding responsibility, liability, or accuracy (Including disclaimers recommending that the Cooperating Brokerage, Salesperson or Buyer must verify the data uploaded on the MLS® System), you are required to remove the disclaimer immediately.
If you have any questions, please contact the MLS® Help Desk at 905.667.4650 or e-mail support@rahb.ca.
Jan 13, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Since the passing of Bill 145, Trust in Real Estate Services Act, 2020 (TRESA) on October 1, 2020, REALTORS® in Ontario have had the opportunity to incorporate, and can earn an income through a Personal Real Estate Corporation (PREC). With the new rules and regulations in place, some REALTORS® may find they can benefit from a PREC.
- For those members who have formed a PREC, it should be noted that RAHB invoices will continue to be issued to the member in their registrant name, as listed with RECO
- A PREC is exempt from registration under REBBA and is permitted to receive remuneration from a brokerage if the PREC meets all the required criteria and satisfies all the conditions set out in the legislation
- There are advantages and disadvantages to the creation and use of a PREC. Members are encouraged to consult their financial and other experts on whether a PREC is the right choice for them
- A PREC is not a professional corporation as considered under the Business Corporations Act. It is also important to speak to the broker of record to inquire whether the brokerage is willing to enter an agreement with the PREC. Brokerages are not obligated to do so
- You cannot advertise using the name of your PREC to the public
Further information can be found at “A Guide to Personal Real Estate Corporations for Ontario REALTORS®”
Jan 12, 2021 | Uncategorized |
With COVID-19 cases continuing to rise within the RAHB market area, RAHB members are reminded to please follow the public health guidelines to order to do our part to stop the spread and protect the public.
The Government of Ontario has officially prohibited the hosting of in-person open houses (including pre-construction) in the province. Real estate brokerages, brokers and salespeople must cease hosting open houses. The (in-person) Open Houses feature in Matrix, which has been be disabled for all RAHB areas since 12:01 a.m. on Monday, November 16, will continue to be inaccessible. Members can continue to submit virtual open houses for all RAHB areas through Matrix.
While private in-person showings are permitted by appointment only, they are not recommended and should be avoided as much as possible. Please continue to use online virtual showings. Members are also encouraged to sign documents electronically and work with their clients to do the same.
To read the latest COVID-19 Update from RAHB (December 22), please click here.
RAHB also has a “COVID-19 Updated” which keeps all information in one hub. To visit the hub, please click here. This page includes links to municipalities within the RAHB market area as well as updates from OREA, CREA and RECO.
Jan 8, 2021 | Uncategorized |
RAHB is pleased to welcome the following individuals to the 2021 Board of Directors:
Jacquline Norton
Jacqueline has been a member of RAHB and of organized real estate for 20 years. She has served as a Director twice previously terms during very turbulent and changing times from 2019 to 2020.
Jacqueline believes that with her background and familiarity with real estate issues and her volunteering experience, she can help RAHB succeed.
Lou Piriano
Lou has been a member of RAHB and of organized real estate for 47 years. He has served as a Director six out of the last seven years including a term as President and Immediate Past President.
Lou wants to be a voice for the membership when it comes to access to local and province wide MLS® data.
Diane Price
Diane has been a member of RAHB and of organized real estate for 16 years. She has served as a Director in the past and is ready to represent the members again.
Diane is ready to “hit the ground running” to understand and resolve the issues that members care about most.
Julie Sergi
Julie has been a member of RAHB and of organized real estate for 15 years. Having just completed a two-year term, Julie is pleased to serve the Association for an additional two years.
Julie will continue to listen, engage, provide insight, opinion and suggestions regarding many different issues that the Board needs to tackle.
Brian Shaw
Brian has been a member of RAHB and of organized real estate for 10 years. Back for a second two-year term on the Board, Brian has also volunteered over the years on various other RAHB committees.
Brian believes that his skill set and knowledge base has grown and expanded in a way that is critical to the forward momentum of the Board.
Nicolas von Bredow
Nicolas has been a member of RAHB and of organized real estate for 16 years. He has served as a Director for the past two years, and is the current Vice-Chair of the Audit, Risk and Finance Committee.
Nicolas wants to ensure RAHB is at the forefront of technology, data, member services, advocacy of home ownership and real estate moving forward.
David Zalepa
David has been a member of organized real estate for 25 years and member of RAHB for 14 years. David has served on multiple RAHB committees, and was the Chair of the 2020 Government Relations Committee.
David wants to ensure all members receive the services, products, technology and information to make their jobs easier.
We are excited to welcome David to the RAHB Board of Directors!
RAHB’s 2021 Board of Directors
