Feb 5, 2016 | Member Services |
This one-day conference is filled with opportunities and events designed for REALTORS®, and you are invited to attend!
- Rebecca Mountain: Online Lead Generation: The Simple Solution
- Rick Shelley: Multi-Residential: The Ins and Outs
- Don Patterson: CREA Update and Information for the Commercial Practitioner
- Trade show with 65+ exhibitors
- RAHB Annual General Meeting (AGM)
- Light breakfast and buffet lunch
What’s Happening
Lunch time Panel with Moderator Keanin Loomis – Find out more about local municipal initiatives
Knowledge Pods in the Exhibit Hall – stop for a few minutes and learn from the pros
CONNECTIONS Café – a place to meet and chat with your colleagues about issues of the day
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Wednesday, March 23, 2016
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Badge pick up begins at 7:30 a.m.)
Hamilton Convention Centre
1 Summer’s Lane, Hamilton
FREE for members who register by 8:30 a.m., Monday, March 7.*
$35+HST for RAHB members registering after the cut off or at the door.
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For more information, visit here. Register online or contact Sheila at the RAHB office – 905.529.8101 x234 or email [email protected]
* Members who register before 8:30 a.m. Monday, March 7 but do not attend REALTOR® CONNECTIONS (and do not cancel
their registration in advance of the event – see cancellation policy below) will have a $35+HST administration fee charged to their RAHB account.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations will be accepted until 8:30 a.m., Monday, March 14. Cancellations received after that date will not be eligible for any applicable refund.
Feb 5, 2016 | Member Services |
Computer
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – Lower Level
C – Chambers Room M – McCullough Room
- New Member Computer Training Level 1
Thursday, February 18 – C, 9 a.m. – Noon
Thursday, March 3 – C, 9 a.m. – Noon
Thursday, March 17 – C, 9 a.m. – Noon
Courses
- Mould
Wednesday, February 10, 2016 – M, 10 a.m. – Noon
- Tax and Investment Planning for REALTORS®
Friday, February 12, 2016 – M, 10 a.m. – Noon
- Tax and Estate Planning – Part II
Monday, February 29, 2016 – M, 10 a.m. – Noon
- OREA 2016 Standard Forms & Clause Revision Update
Monday, March 4, 2016 – M,
9:30 a.m. – Noon
OR
1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Problems with Older Homes
Friday, April 8, 2016 – M, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- HST for the Real Estate Professional
Wednesday, May 12, 2016 – M, 10 a.m. – Noon
- e-PRO® Day 1 – Certification course
Wednesday, May 11, 2016 – M, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Note: e-PRO® Day 2 – is completed online
Board of Directors, Committee and
Task Force Meetings
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – First Floor
T – Thompson Room P – Purnell Room
- Audit Meeting
Thursday, February 11 – P, 9 a.m.
- MLS® Committee
Tuesday, February 16 – T, 9:30 a.m.
- Board of Directors
Thursday, February 25 – T, 9 a.m.
Upcoming Events
- REALTOR® CONNECTIONS 2016
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Hamilton Convention Centre, 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton
Office Closures
The RAHB office will be closed
Monday, February 15 – Family Day
Feb 5, 2016 | Member Services |
Metal sign frames to promote listings & open house showings:
Colonial “L” Style – 2 pieces
Choice of black or white
31”w x 72”h (11” shank w/stabilizer bar)
$32.05 each*
Colonial bottoms only
Choice of black or white, 35” h
(11” shank w/stabilizer bar)
$20.25 each*
Colonial tops only
Choice of black or white
$17.00 each*
Double “H” style – 2 pieces
Black only
24 ½”w x 54”h
(14” shank)
Holds 18”h x 24”w
sign inserts
$27.85 each*
Double “H” bottom only – Black only
$16.75 each*
Open House “A” frame
Choice of black or white
Holds 24”w x 18”h sign inserts
$25.75 each*
Sign inserts for “A” & “H” frames
Red letters on white background, 4 sign choices, 24”w x 18”h each
• Open House This Sunday 2 – 4 p.m./
Open House This Saturday 2 – 4 p.m.
(printed both sides) $5.22 each*
• Open House with arrow – $3.90 each*
• REALTOR® On Duty – $3.90 each*
• Garage Sale with arrow – $3.90 each*
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* All applicable taxes are extra. Prices subject to change.
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
T.: 905.529.5979 F.: 905.529.7109 E.: [email protected]
Feb 5, 2016 | Member Services |
Mould
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Richard Merkley
Register here
Tax and Investment Planning for REALTORS®
Friday, February 12, 2016
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Ed Ounpuu
Register here
Tax and Estate Planning – Part II
Monday, February 29, 2016
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Hem Bhatt
Register here
OREA 2016 Standard Forms and Clause Revision Update
Friday, March 4, 2016
9:30 a.m. – Noon OR 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Instructor: Cassandra Agnew Walker
Register here
Problems with Older Homes
Friday, April 8, 2016
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Instructor: Andrew McCarthy
Register here
HST for the Real Estate Professional
Wednesday, May 12, 2016
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Ed Ounpuu
Register here
All the above courses are free for RAHB members (although members who register but do not attend will be assessed a no-show fee on their monthly invoice) and will be held at the RAHB office, McCullough Room (lower level). For more information or to register, contact Angela at [email protected] or call 905.529.8101 x233.
e-PRO® Day 1 – Certification course
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $199+HST
Note: e-PRO® Day 2 – is completed online
Fee: $149 +HST
Register here
Jan 11, 2016 | Member Services |
Plan now to attend REALTOR® CONNECTIONS 2016, a one-day extravaganza of speakers, workshops, trade show vendor, RAHB business and networking! It all happens on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at the Hamilton Convention Centre.
The planning team is again putting together a day that will have something for everyone. New this year – more commercial content!
Registration is free for members who register before 8:30 a.m., Monday, March 7, 2016. Watch Message of the Day (MOD) on Fusion for the opening of online registration; watch REALINFO and your email inbox for more details about REALTOR® CONNECTIONS.
See you there!
Jan 11, 2016 | Member Services |
Tax and Estate Planning – Part I
Monday, January 25, 2016
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Hem Bhatt
FREE*
Click here for Information and Registration.
Mould
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Richard Merkley
FREE
Click here for Information and Registration.
Tax and Investment Planning for REALTORS®
Friday, February 12, 2016
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Ed Ounpuu, B.Sc., CMA, CFP
FREE*
Click here for Information and Registration.
Tax and Estate Planning – Part II
Monday, February 29, 2016
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Hem Bhatt
FREE*
Click here for Information and Registration.
OREA 2016 Standard Forms & Clause Revision Update
Friday, March 4, 2016, 9:30 a.m. – Noon
OR
1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Cassandra Agnew Walker
FREE*
*NOTE: Courses are FREE to RAHB Members. Members who register and do not attend will have a $15+HST “No Show” fee applied to their RAHB account.
All courses will be held at the RAHB office (McCullough Rooms – lower level). For more information, contact Angela at 905.529.8101 X233 or [email protected]. To register, use the links to the registration forms or contact Angela.
Jan 11, 2016 | Member Services |
by Mark Weisleder
When advertising to the general public, here are five lessons to remember to avoid complaints from your fellow REALTORS®, the general public or your Provincial Regulator.
1. Be careful when the home has an illegal basement apartment or second unit.
There are thousands of illegal second units across Canada. Buyers still want to buy them for the income. However, buyers must also remember that if a neighbour complains, the City may force the tenant to be evicted, or may ask for thousands of dollars to upgrade the unit to meet applicable building code requirements. You cannot advertise the property as an “income property” if you know it is illegal. You can say that the seller does not warrant that the unit is properly retrofitted, as most REALTORS® prefer to say, to warn potential buyers of the issue. If you state that the property was a “potential income property”, it would depend on what would have to be done to make the unit legal to determine whether even that statement was misleading.
2. Be diligent but also use disclaimers when you are not sure.
When describing lot sizes or square footage, do not rely on any expired listing. Conduct due diligence. However, since there is confusion as to whether the square footage is calculated to the inside or outside walls, or whether a loft is properly calculated, do not be afraid to insert a disclaimer when you are not sure. This will put the buyer on notice that if any measurement really matters to them, they will get the property measured themselves. It is not easy for buyers to cancel deals when they find errors in square footage, unless it was significant and the buyer can demonstrate that they were relying on the square footage as a key factor when they signed to buy the property in the first place.
3. If you run a contest, make sure you consult with your local regulator as well as the Competition Bureau.
Contests can generate a lot of interest and as such, they also generate a lot of attention, especially from your competitors. Perhaps a vacation prize awarded to one person out of everyone who signs a listing with your brokerage during the upcoming 3 month period. Do not mislead anyone about the prize or chances of winning or you could face sever monetary penalties. You must clearly disclose the number and approximate prize values, the geographical area or areas it relates to and any fact that may materially affect the odds of winning. Avoid charging money for tickets as it may be considered gambling. You may want to prepare a short version of all contest terms for general advertising and a long form available on your website. If you are not sure, check in advance with your Provincial regulator and contact the Competition Bureau for further information.
4. Be able to prove it if you say you are #1
There is nothing wrong in advertising that you are number 1, as long as you can answer the simple where, when and how. What time period is involved, example the calendar year 2015, what area, example Scarborough and how was it calculated, example number of units or dollar value. As long as it is true, it is generally ok. I remember someone once advertised they were the number 1 team in their brokerage. Turns out they were number 1, but they were also the ONLY team in the brokerage. Not a good plan.
5. If there is a history, suggest contacting listing broker before submitting any offer
None will suggest that you advertise “murder house” or “recent flood”, but in many situations, it will be necessary to advise buyers about certain stigmas or damages prior to the buyer submitting any offer. It is always safer to disclose a stigma, to avoid potential lawsuits or disciplinary proceedings later. When you are not sure, ask for legal advice before putting the home on the market.
Reprinted with permission
Jan 11, 2016 | Member Services |
Computer
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – Lower Level
C – Chambers Room M – McCullough Room
- New Member Computer Training Level 1
Thursday, January 21 – C, 9 a.m. – Noon
Courses
- Tax and Estate Planning – Part I
Monday, January 25, 2016 – M, 10 a.m. – Noon
- Mould
Wednesday, February 10, 2016 – M, 10 a.m. – Noon
- Tax and Investment Planning for REALTORS®
Friday, February 12, 2016 – M, 10 a.m. – Noon
- Tax and Estate Planning – Part II
Monday, February 29, 2016 – M, 10 a.m. – Noon
Board of Directors, Committee and Task Force Meetings
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – First Floor
T – Thompson Room P – Purnell Room
- Board of Directors
Thursday, January 14 – T, 9 a.m.
- Member Relations
Monday, January 18 – T, 2 p.m.
- Board of Directors
Thursday, January 21 – T, 9 a.m.
Upcoming Events
- Annual Appreciation and Awards Gala
Saturday, January 23, 2016
Michelangelo Events and Conference Centre
1555 Upper Ottawa St, Hamilton
(by invitation only)
- REALTOR® CONNECTIONS 2016
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Hamilton Convention Centre
1 Summers Lane, Hamilton
Jan 11, 2016 | Member Services |
New releases – available by advance order only!
Rough/Advanced Guide To Construction Costs 2016
A great reference guide for current residential and commercial construction costs.
$26.62 ea.*
Introductory GTA Green Guide 2016
This guide provides an overview of current green building trends and green building rating systems to both new and existing buildings.
Please note: This book is not sold separately.
Package deal price
for both – $34.21 ea.*
Order deadline is January 31, 2016
Call the Shoppe at 905.529.5979 to order your copy.
Please Note: Final Sale policy in effect on all books
NEW in the Shoppe
Multi-Use Feature Sheet Stand
Holds 8” x 11” sheets or can be adapted with a removable divider to create two pamphlet pockets. Stands on a table, or can be hung from a wall
$6.80 ea.
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Save the Date! Customer Appreciation Day
Just to say THANK YOU for your continued support.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Visit the Shoppe to enjoy light refreshments and enter your business card to win a prize! No purchase necessary.
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Dec 4, 2015 | Member Services |
Computer
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – Lower Level
C – Chambers Room M – McCullough Room
- New Member Computer Training Level 1
Thursday, December 10 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
Thursday, December 17 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
Board of Directors, Committee and Task Force Meetings
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – First Floor
T – Thompson Room P – Purnell Room
- Board of Directors
Thursday, December 10 – T, 9 a.m.
- Awards Task Force
Friday, December 11 – T, 9:30 a.m.
Upcoming Events
- Realty Shoppe Inventory Day
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Shoppe will be CLOSED
- Realty Shoppe Renovations
Monday, December 21 – Wednesday, December 23.
Shoppe will be CLOSED
- Annual Appreciation and Awards Gala
Saturday, January 23, 2016
Michelangelo Events and Conference Centre
1555 Upper Ottawa St, Hamilton
(by invitation only)
- REALTOR® CONNECTIONS
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Hamilton Convention Centre
1 Summers Lane, Hamilton
Office Closures
The RAHB office will be closed from 1 p.m.
Thursday, December 24, 2015 until
Monday, January 4, 2016.
Dec 4, 2015 | Member Services |
Over three days in November, REALTORS® from across Ontario gathered in Toronto to meet and discuss the legislative issues facing the profession. Representatives were updated on the fight to have the Municipal Land Transfer Tax taken off the table as a new revenue tool for cities. A Private Member’s bill will be presented in December requesting that municipalities not have the option to levy this new tax against home buyers. See: http://donttaxmydream.ca/
OREA also presented their submission on a proposed mandatory energy audit program that would require an audit to be completed before a property is listed and that the score be included on the MLS® system. OREA’s proposal counters this position, but suggests that an energy audit be included as part of a standard home inspection, once the Province regulates that industry. See: https://www.oreablog.com/2015/09/ontario-realtors-oppose-mandatory-home-energy-audits/
Representatives from RAHB met with four of our five MPPs, and had a chance to raise concerns about these issues. Results were mixed, but we hope to have more details soon, as many hadn’t yet discussed the issues
in caucus.
(l-r) RAHB Government Relations committee representatives
Kathy Della-Nebbia and Nik Bucalo and OREA PAC rep Sean Morrison.
Update!
Ontario Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Ted McMeekin informed the legislature on December 1 that the government will not give municipalities outside of Toronto the ability to charge a municipal land transfer tax (MLTT).
Dec 4, 2015 | Member Services |
MasterLock Personal Safe – a great gift!
- Lightweight and portable. Protects MP3 players, cell phones, cameras, gaming devices, cash, credit cards, jewelry, keys, passports, sunglasses or other small valuables
- Lock up & lock down. Lock up valuables with the cable wrapped tightly to the safe or wrapped securely around a fixed object. Cable doubles as a carrying handle
- Set your own combination for keyless convenience
- Ear bud/charging cable access port
- Shock absorbing foam lines the interior storage area
- Durable water-resistant construction
- Ideal for recreation, campus, office, travel or leisure use.
$18.80*
Fourth Quarter Member’s Guide
The fourth quarter Member’s Guide’will be available in January 2016. The January issue is the only edition which includes the full cumulative sales for the previous year.
The Member’s Guide is available only to RAHB members, by advance order. Order deadline is January 6, 2016.
Important Note: Watch for a fresh new presentation of the Member’s Guide data and easier access to all the information you value … changes are coming in the new year.
$11.00*
Mark your calendar!
Realty Shoppe Closure
The Realty Shoppe will be closed on Wednesday, December 16, for inventory. No sales or orders can be made. The Shoppe will also be closed for renovations from Monday, December 21 – Wednesday, December 23. No on-site shopping but phone and online orders will still be processed.
We apologize for any inconvenience – your cooperation is greatly appreciated!
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* All applicable taxes are extra. Prices subject to change.
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
T.: 905.529.5979 F.: 905.529.7109 E.: [email protected]
