Jan 9, 2015 | Member Services |
Effective January 1, 2015, all members – including Senior members – will pay $42 plus taxes for their monthly computer fee. The fee has been decreased from $48 for most members and increased from $38 for Senior members.
This change will appear on the January invoice, which members will receive in February, 2015.
Contact Kim in the Accounting department ([email protected] or 905.529.8101 x232) if you have questions about the computer fee change.
Dec 5, 2014 | Member Services |
Karan Barker was a 25-year employee and former Executive Officer of the REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington. During her time with the association, Karan was involved in setting up the scholarship program that now bears her name. Karan was active on committees a the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, the Hamilton-Halton Home Builders’ Association and the Ontario Real Estate Association. Karan received the Tony Kafun Award from OREA and the W. Frank Johns Award from CREA, both presented to the top executive officers in the real estate profession. Karan passed away in 2001.
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Dec 5, 2014 | Member Services |
Mark your calendar!
Realty Shoppe Closure
The Realty Shoppe will be closed on Wednesday, December 17 for inventory. No sales or orders please. We apologize for any inconvenience – your cooperation is greatly appreciated!
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Did you know?
The Member’s Guide is an Association publication produced on a quarterly basis. It contains a wealth of up-to-date information:
- Office and Member Rosters
- Monthly statistics
- Cumulative sales summary for the current year
- Directory of surrounding boards and information sharing boards
- Industry affiliations
- Staff directory
- RAHB boundaries for districts with pertinent information for each district
- Tax rates
The Member’s Guide is available only to RAHB members, by advance order.
Pre-order deadline is January 5, 2015 for the January 2015 issue of the Member’s Guide.
This is the only issue to contain the complete list of 2014 cumulative sales.
$11.00 + HST
Dec 5, 2014 | Member Services |
Dec 5, 2014 | Member Services |
When is permission to advertise not permission to advertise?
The following decision from RECO Discipline and Appeals Hearings was recently published in the OREA “Edge”. The full case has been condensed and all names have been changed. (more…)
Dec 5, 2014 | Member Services |
Professional Development
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – Lower Level
C – Chambers Room M – McCullough Room
Fusion Level 1
Tuesday, December 9 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
Tuesday, December 16 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
Wednesday, January 7 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
Tuesday, January 20 – C, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Broker Load
Thursday, December 18 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, January 15 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, January 29 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
New Member Orientation (by invitation only)
Friday, December 12 – M, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Friday, January 23 – M, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
To register for above courses, email Angela at [email protected] or call 905.529.8101 x233
Board of Directors, Committee and Task Force Meetings
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – First Floor
T – Thompson Room P– Purnell Room
Past President’s Meeting – Tuesday, December 9, 3 p.m., T
Board of Directors – Thursday, December 11, 9 a.m., T
Awards – Thursday, December 11, 9:30 a.m., P
Upcoming Events
RAHB Annual Appreciation Gala
Saturday, January 17, 2015 (by invitation only)
Michelangelo Events & Conference Centre
1555 Upper Ottawa, Hamilton
RAHB Office Closures
Wednesday to Friday, December 24, 25 and 26
Wednesday to Friday, December 31, January 1 and 2
Nov 12, 2014 | Member Services |
Almost everyone has heard of the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Treat others as you would like to be treated.
The Golden rule is a philosophical, sociological and religious maxim. It is also the basis for CREA’s and RECO’s Code of Ethics and the basis for what we refer to as “common courtesy”. (more…)
Nov 12, 2014 | Member Services |
Tis (the beginning of) the season …
It’s only November and the holiday spirit is already in evidence. Why not prepare for the festive season by taking part in the holiday traditions happening in and around the communities in RAHB’s market area? (more…)
Nov 12, 2014 | Member Services |
2015 Daily Planner
Available by advance order only until November 28!
Special Order – Limited Time Offer
This planner is in an attractive 3-ring burgundy binder, accented with the REALTOR® logo embossed on the cover. Inside, each day’s page (5 ½”w x 8 ½”h) provides space for hourly appointments from 8:00 a.m. – 10 p.m. and has ample room for additional notes. Index tabs separate the months and identify telephone directory and reference sections for expense records, amortization charts and land transfer tax calculations.
Insert Only @ $16.00 ea.*
Binder Only @ $19.25 ea.*
Popular Seasonal Item
– The last shipment for the year has been received
2015 Calendar Magnets – order now for best selection and availability. December will be too late!
Our #1 marketing product — perfect for mailing or handing out at open houses, even in the new year, envelope included.
Inspiration and Curbside Enhancements calendar magnets are still available at 38₵ ea.*– only while quantities last
Home Sweet Home, Happy Holidays and Quick & Tasty Recipes are now 39₵ ea.
Call the Realty Shoppe today at 905.529.5979 to order, before inventory is SOLD OUT
Nov 12, 2014 | Member Services |
Professional Development
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – Lower Level
C – Chambers Room M – McCullough Room
Fusion Level 1
- Tuesday, November 11 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
- Tuesday, November 25 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
- Tuesday, December 9 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
- Tuesday, December 16 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
Broker Load
- Thursday, November 20 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- Thursday, December 4 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- Thursday, December 18 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
New Member Orientation (by invitation only)
- Friday, November 14 – M, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Friday, December 12 – M, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Go Paperless
- Thursday, November 13 – M, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – 2 CE’s
Professional Brokerage Course
- November 17 – 21 (Monday to Friday) – M, 8:30 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.
- November 24 – 27 (Monday to Thursday) – M, 8:30 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.
iPad
- Wednesday, December 3 – M, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – 3 CE’s
Multi Unit/Zoning
- Wednesday, December 3 – M, 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Panel discussion, no credits
To register for above courses, email Angela at [email protected] or call 905.529.8101 x233
Board of Directors, Committee and Task Force Meetings
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – First Floor
T – Thompson Room P – Purnell Room
- Governance, Monday, November 17, 9:30 a.m., T
- RCC, Wednesday, November 19, 9:30 a.m., T
- MLS®, Monday, December 1, 9:30 a.m., T
- Awards, Tuesday, December 9, 9:30 a.m., T
- Board of Directors, Thursday, December 11, 9 a.m., T
Upcoming Events
- RAHB Charity Auction & Social
Thursday, November 20 – Doors open at 6 p.m.
Michelangelo Events & Conference Centre
1555 Upper Ottawa, Hamilton
- National Housing Day
Friday, November 21, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Waterfront Conference Centre
555 Bay St. N., Hamilton
- RAHB Election Meeting
Thursday, November 27, 8:30 a.m.
Royal Botanical Gardens
680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington
- RAHB Annual Appreciation Gala
Saturday, January 17, 2015 (by invitation only)
Michelangelo Events & Conference Centre
1555 Upper Ottawa, Hamilton
RAHB Office Closures
Wednesday to Friday, December 24, 25 and 26
Wednesday to Friday, December 31, January 1 and 2
Nov 12, 2014 | Member Services |
All registrants renewing their licenses after July 31, 2015 will renew under RECO’S New Mandatory CE Program, to be completed online through RECO. Registrants will pay an all-inclusive price of $44 per registration cycle to meet all of their continuing education requirements.
Each registrant must complete a four-module Update Course and two elective modules per two-year registration cycle. RECO’s mandatory education will be focused on regulatory requirements and broad issues that impact all registrants.
RAHB will continue to offer courses that will give members opportunities to develop skills and earn designations that will be beneficial to them in their business.
Visit RECO’s website for further information www.reco.on.ca.
Watch for upcoming courses at RAHB which will keep you informed and offer you great networking opportunities.
Oct 10, 2014 | Member Services |
The following case study is taken from the Professional Standards files of the REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington. The names have been changed. (more…)
