Ethics Corner – What would you do?

Sophie Salesperson got off the phone after a heated conversation with Mary, who was new to the real estate business and worked for a different Brokerage.  Sophie had been dealing with Mary over the last several weeks and they just did not see eye to eye.  Mary had proven to be very aggressive when things did not go her way, and seemed determined that Sophie was now her enemy. (more…)

Member Services

Online-ShoppeHave you discovered RAHB’s online Realty Shoppe yet?

Use the link in the Single Sign On (http://rahb.starrs.ca) or in Smart Links in Fusion to browse Realty Shoppe merchandise or shop online!

Pay for your order using Visa, MasterCard or American Express, then pick up your merchandise at the Realty Shoppe or have it delivered to your office if your office is on a regular RAHB delivery route.

For further information, contact the Realty Shoppe at 905.529.5979.

 

Tax Rates

Looking for municipal tax rates?  Links to municipal tax information are now located in Fusion – go to “Resource Links” and scroll down to “Local Tax Information Links”.

Tax Rates in Fusion

Mark YOUR Calendar

Professional Development
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – Lower Level
C – Chambers Room          M – McCullough Room

  • Fusion Level 1
    Tuesday, July 8 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
    Tuesday, July 22 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
    Wednesday, August 6 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
    Tuesday, August 19 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
  • Broker Load
    Thursday, July 17 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Thursday, August 7 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Thursday, August 14 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
  • CMA
    Tuesday, July 29 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
  • New Member Orientation (by invitation only)
    Friday, August 8 – M, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • Professional Development Days  (formerly Education Week)
    Tuesday, October 7 – Thursday, October 9 – M

To register for above courses, email Angela at [email protected] or call 905.529.8101 x233

 

Articling Course

  • Real Property Law – M, 8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
    Wednesday, August 13 – Friday, August 15
    Wednesday, August 20 – Friday, August 22NOTE:  Register with OREA – 1.866.411.OREA

 

Board of Directors, Committee and Task Force Meetings
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – First Floor
T – Thompson Room          P – Purnell Room

  • Governance
    Wednesday, July 23 – T, 9:30 a.m.
  • Nomination
    Thursday, July 24 – T, 10 a.m.
  • Charity Auction
    Wednesday, July 30 – T, 1:30 p.m.
  • Finance
    Wednesday, August 13 – T, 9 a.m.

 

Upcoming Events

  • RAHB Charity Auction & Social
    Thursday, November 20 –  Doors open at 6 p.m.
    Michelangelo Events & Conference Centre, 1555 Upper Ottawa, Hamilton

 

RAHB Office Closures
Monday, August 4 for Civic Holiday
Monday, September 1 for Labour Day
Monday, October 13 for Thanksgiving Day

Realty Shoppe

NEW!  Limited quantities – shop early for best selection!

Shoppe1REALTOR® Canvas Bag

Bag is 14.25″ h x 20″ w x 3″ d with a zippered main compartment.
Features the REALTOR® logo in white on one side

$14.05 ea.*

 

 

 

Shoppe2REALTOR® Rally Drawstring Backpack

Large main compartment with cinch top. Drawstring design for over-the-shoulder or backpack carry.
100% recyclable, hand washable, air permeable and fire resistant. A smart alternative to throw-away bags.
Dimensions 17.5″ h x 13.5″ w x 0.25″ l

$8.15 ea.*

 

 

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Realty Shoppe Customer Appreciation Draw

RAHB members who make a purchase, in person, before July 30th, are eligible to enter their business card to win two tickets to Canada’s Wonderland (good for any one day of the 2014 season).

Drop by the Shoppe and enter today!

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Did you know? 

The Shoppe sells DISCOUNTED attraction tickets to Canada’s Wonderland and African Lion Safari for personal use and client gifts:

Please call ahead to confirm availability.  Purchase in person FINAL SALE – no refunds or exchanges

 

 

* All applicable taxes are extra.  Prices subject to change.

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Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

T.:  905.529.5979   F.:  905.529.7109   E.:  [email protected]

Online-Shoppe

 

RAHB Professional Development Days

October 7 – 9, 2014

RAHB members only – Register before
September 5, 2014 – FREE

After September 5, – $25 + HST/course
Non-members – $45 + HST/course

  • Keep up to date and learn new skills
  • Network
  • Register for one or several sessions
  • Earn free credits

Course selections:

Online Privacy and Security – Kathy Holgeveen – 3 CEs
Door Knocking and Cold Calling – How Passé – Amie Ferris – 3 CEs
Grow Your Business with Email and Social Media – Mark Brodsky – 2 CEs
• Social Media Marketing Made Simple – Mark Brodsky – 1 CE
FINTRAC/PCMLTFA – Cassandra Agnew-Walker – 3 CEs
Review of Retrofit – Robert Simpson, Fire Prevention Officer – 3 CEs
Mould – Richard Merkley – 2 CEs

Check out the Professional Development Days booklet and register now! For more information, contact Angela at 905.529.8101 x 233 or [email protected]

Ethics Corner – A story for a busy market

Sarah Salesperson had buyers with whom she’d been working for months.  They were all getting a little desperate – the buyers because they were buying their first home and nothing they saw in their price range appealed to them, and Sarah because she’d shown them every house in their price range and they were just too picky. Still, she liked them and tried very hard to find their first home.  She remembered what it was like when she was buying her first home and how hard it was to let go of some of the dreams. (more…)

Mark YOUR Calendar

Professional Development
Held at RAHB – 505 York Blvd. – Lower Level    C – Chambers Room    M – McCullough Room

Fusion Level 1
Tuesday, June 10 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
Tuesday, June 24 – C, 9 a.m. – Noon
Tuesday, July 8 – C, 9 a.m. – noon
Tuesday, July 22 – C, 9 a.m. – noon

Broker Load
Thursday, June 26 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, July 3 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, July 17 – C, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

New Member Orientation (by invitation only)
Friday, June 20 – M, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

iPad Hands-on
Wednesday, June 18 – M, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Professional Development Days (formerly Education Week)
Tuesday, October 7 – Thursday, October 9 – 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

Charity Auction
Wednesday, June 11 – T, 9:30 a.m.

Professional Standards
Wednesday, June 11 – T, 2 p.m.

Charity Golf Tournament
Thursday, June 12 – P, 9:30 a.m.

Board of Directors
Thursday, June 12 – T, 9 a.m.

MARC
Tuesday, June 24 – T, 2 p.m.

Government Relations
Wednesday, June 25 – T, 9:30 a.m.

RCC
Friday, June 27 – T, 2 p.m.

 

Upcoming Events

RAHB Charity Golf Tournament
Thursday, June 26 – Copetown Woods Golf Club
1430 Concession 2 W.
Contact Sheila at 905.529.8101 x234 or [email protected] for more information

REALTORS Care® Foundation Motorcycle Ride for Charity
Wednesday, July 9 – – Kick off – 8:30 a.m.at the RAHB office
(see back page for more information)

 

RAHB Office Closures
Tuesday, July 1 for Canada Day
Monday, August 4 for Civic Holiday
Monday, September 1 for Labour Day
Monday, October 13 for Thanksgiving Day