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IMPORTANT! "Ranking Report" for Offices and Agents is malfunctioning. Do not use until further notice.
Rapattoni MLS has informed us that the Ranking Report that ranks firms and agents by #listings and dollar volume has significant programming errors. That means that you should not rely on this particular report for documenting sales claims in advertising, brochures, websites or other outlets until WPMLS advises you that the software has been fixed.
UPDATE 1/8/09: We are advised by Rapattoni programmers that the dollar volume data from the Report are accurate. However, there are still issues with the transaction counts related to how cobrokered transactions are counted. Therefore don’t use those numbers until Rapattoni gives us the all-clear and we pass that on to you.
This problem affects all of Rapattoni’s MLS customers, not just WPMLS. We will join with our fellow MLSs in advising Rapattoni that since a lot of people are now preparing year-end publications that include rankings, it is vitally important that Rapattoni fix the programming as swiftly as possible.
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ATTENTION ALL REALTORS! Monday March 3rd was the deadline for paying your WCBR or PCAR Realtor annual dues. WCBR WILL COMMENCE THE PROCESS OF TERMINATING ANY OFFICE WITH UNPAID ACCOUNTS, INCLUDING DEACTIVATION OF WPMLS ACCESS, ON MONDAY, MARCH 17TH. PAYMENTS CANNOT be taken over the phone - ONLY On-Line, Fax or in person. [CLICK HERE TO PAY YOUR WCBR DUES.]
WCBR Inc. & PCAR Inc.
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EVERYONE: PLEASE BE SURE TO POST YOUR SOLD LISTINGS. The first quarter ends on March 31 and we want to have accurate sales statistics for your use and for the media. Thank You
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| It has been reported that an individual by the name of Ricardo Gonzalez has been scheduling appointments to show properties listed in WPMLS. Mr. Gonzalez does not hold membership in WCBR, is not currently affiliated with a WPMLS Participant.
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| IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL WPMLS PARTICIPANTS. PLEASE DISREGARD THE DECEMBER WPMLS MONTHLY INVOICE YOU HAVE JUST RECEIVED OR ARE ABOUT TO RECEIVE. THERE ARE ERRORS ON THESE INVOICES. WPMLS WILL ISSUE CORRECTED INVOICES ASAP. |
Attention All WCBR Members
Posted June 27, 2008
Important Message regarding your 2008 Income Tax returns
Realtor Annual Dues may be tax deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses, except for the portion used by NAR, NYSAR and WCBR for lobbying activities on the members’ behalf. When your 2008 membership dues invoices were issued, that excepted amount was reported to be $30.25. However, there has been significant new programming added to NAR’s budget in 2008, and the lobbying expense estimate by NAR has had to be increased. Therefore, FOR YOUR 2008 TAXES, $37.25 is the estimated amount to be spent on lobbying by NAR ($25), NYSAR ($10) and WCBR ($2.25), which sum may not be deducted by you as a business expense. Please take this into account when preparing your 2008 tax return, and provide a copy of this notification to your tax preparer, if any.
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Reminder: M7 modification does not just reflect possible foreclosure.
Posted September 4, 2008
In June of this year the WPMLS Directors authorized the M7 modification be changed to reflect “insufficiency of funds.” This change was authorized because of the growing number of short sales. M7 now reads:
"M7 Insufficiency of Funds: Seller has disclosed or listing agent has ascertained that a short sale or foreclosure or bankruptcy is pending or likely. M7 requires follow-through with either M7A or M7B. As M7A and M7B set forth different commission collection policies, participants should indicate one or the other, not both. Formerly X09."
Click here to read Ed Sumber's article on short sales. |
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All Members:
Do you have questions about the energy-efficiency-labeling-of-buildings bill recently passed by the House of Representatives? It's not law yet, it has pros and cons for real estate, and NAR is actively engaged with it. Click here for a briefing packet.
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WCBR Application for nomination to elective office
To all members of WCBR interested in elective office, the WCBR Leadership Committee is currently soliciting information from any member interested in serving on the WCBR Board of Directors or serving as an officer for the organization for 2010. If interested in serving, please complete the attached Application and submit it to the Board offices by Thursday, July 16th.
Click here for the Nomination Application.
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How will Westchester real estate fare under the various federal economic plans? Find out by attending the Commercial & Investment Division briefing on March 19. WCBR Residential Realtors are welcome to reserve at the $10 member rate for this particular program.
Click here for the CID flyer.
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Dear Member:
NAR is pleased to offer you four new eProducts for FREE as part of the RIGHT TOOLS, RIGHT NOW initiative. Click here for details. |
In Memoriam
Posted January 16, 2009
WCBR and WPMLS regret to report that retired Realtor John Renwick died on January 8. His involvement with real estate dates back to the 1940s. He is survived by three sons including Realtor Jim Renwick of Renwick and Winterling Realty, Bedford. Memorial services have concluded. However, contributions in remembrance may be made to St. Matthew’s Church, 382 Cantitoe St., Bedford, NY 10506.
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Westchester Women's Council of REALTORS®
Posted January 6, 2009
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What's a New Name for WPMLS?
Win a free Board membership for the winning entry.
Posted November 21, 2008
The Westchester-Putnam Multiple Listing Service, Inc. services Bronx Borough as well as Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess Counties. The organization started off in just Westchester in 1975. In light of today’s much larger service territory, the Directors believe that a name change may be in order and they invite all Participants and affiliated agents to submit ideas.
Please email your suggestion(s) to MLSNewName@wcbr.net by midnight of December 12. Be sure your email includes your contact information. The WPMLS Executive Committee, with confirmation by the Board of Directors, will select a winner who will receive a free 2009 Association membership in his or her primary Realtor association, inclusive of the NAR and NYSAR dues. Participants in this contest agree to yield up any claim of ownership if their entry is selected. Geographical areas or features, historical events, and unique products from this region are just some possible sources of inspiration. Also, suggested names should be clearly distinct from those of nearby MLSs which include, in part, the Greater Hudson Valley MLS and the Mid-Hudson MLS. Good luck!
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In Memoriam
Posted December 1, 2008
We regret to announce the passing of Kathy Schutte on November 23. Kathy was a wonderful person and a terrific agent of the Houlihan Lawrence Briarcliff Manor Brokerage for many years. A memorial service will be held at The St. Theresa Church in Briarcliff Manor on December 4 at noon.
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WHITE PLAINS/GREENBURGH
REALTORS PARTY
TUESDAY DECEMBER 2nd 6 pm
Westchester Hills Country Club White Plains
DON’T FORGET THE
COAT DRIVE
DONATE A LIGHTLY USED CLEAN COAT OR JACKET
MEN’S WOMAN’S CHILDS
FOR DISTRIBUTION BY
WESTCHESTER COALITION FOR THE HUNGRY & HOMELESS |
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November Classes
Posted October 31, 2008
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WCBR's Education Stimulus Package
Posted November 10, 2008
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To remind everyone of the value of WCBR's Education courses, and being ever mindful of checkbook issues, the Education Council has created a "bailout" program for four lucky WCBR members each year, starting right now for courses to be given after Jan. 1, 2009
Any WCBR member in good standing (but NOT CE-Grandfathered) can toss their name into the hat for a chance to be one of four winners of 22.5 hours of free WCBR Continuing Education courses. No essays to write, no fancy paperwork.
To participate, please log onto https://ims.wcbr.net and go to Registration/Events and register under the Education Lottery Event to post your chance to win. Your name will be printed on the ticket stub and four lucky stubs will be pulled from a hat (a large one, we hope!) at the Annual Installation Dinner on Dec. 3rd) where the winners will be announced. So go for it... anyone can win! Any questions, just e-mail Hilary Evans, hevans@houlihanlawrence.com or Eileen Taus, Eileen.Taus@wcbr.net
Evans, Hilary "WCBR's Educaton Stimulus Package" Real Estate In-Depth Nov. 2008: 15. |
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In Memoriam
Posted November 19, 2008
We regret to announce the passing of Kathy McAteer after a struggle with cancer on Saturday November 15th. Kathy was formerly the office manager of Century 21 Wolff in New Rochelle. Kathy will be deeply missed.
The memorial service will be held at Immaculate Conception Church in Eastchester at 10:45 on Friday, November 21, 2008. Flowers or conributions to be sent to Calvary Hospital in Bronx.
Condolences to Kathy McAteer c/o Barbara Smith
86 Tuckahoe Avenue
Eastchester, NY 10709
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Attention REALTORS®
Posted November 4, 2008
| WPMLS has been advised that an individual by the name of Violet Hendricks has been scheduling appointments to show listed property. Ms. Hendricks is not currently a member of the Board, nor is she currently affiliated with a MLS Participant. |
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In Memoriam
Posted November 3, 2008
We are sorry to inform you about the passing of Arnie Feidelman over the weekend.
Arnie was a loyal and dedicatied Associate Broker with Gains REALTY® for over fifteen years.
Known in the industry as the "Condo King", Arnie always had a positive attitude and a big smile for all. Arnie will be deeply missed.
Services were Monday at 1:30 P.M. at the Riverside Chapel on West Broad St. in Mount Vernon.
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In Memoriam
Posted October 30, 2008
WCBR regrets to report the sudden passing of REALTOR® Sheri Mostoff of Coldwell Banker/Country Properties in Rye.
Sheri held a Real Estate License for over 17 years and was a member of the Multi Million Dollar Club. Residing in Rye for over 25 years, she leaves behind her beloved husband and 2 children. The service will be held tomorrow October 31, 2008 at the New Montefiore Cemetery West Babylon, New York at 11:00 a.m.
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NO ONE LIKES FINES! You don't like getting them and WPMLS doesn't like assessing them.
Posted September 23, 2008
You can avoid one particular type of fine by taking a moment to learn the ENTIRE listing entry procedure. Here’s what it’s about:
You must submit a copy of the listing agreement to Rapattoni (not the WPMLS office) within 24 hours of execution. There is a $15 fine for failing to do so. The fine increases to $50 after seven days and to $100 after 30 days until an agreement is attached. To learn how to attach your listing agreement to the listing, click here.
In order to insure that the fax transmission or upload was successful, you should check that it went through! You may access attached documents by clicking on "show attached documents" located in the listing quick change menu. It is the responsibility of the listing agent to check their listings!
All status changes, sales, signed contracts, price changes, cancellations, TP's and all other changes must be reported to the WPMLS within 24 hours. Late reporting of sales (more than 24 hours) will result in an automatic $50 fine.
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| WPMLS has been advised of two instances when an agent named Cynthia Sosa has picked up keys to show properties using an agent ID number that is no longer active with WPMLS. Participants should confirm current licensure and firm affiliation if contacted by this agent. |
Please RSVP to Jason Wilson at 914-403-3399
or email him at jason.wilson@prudentialrand.com by September 24
Estimated cost for event: $10 for entry, $25 per race.
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All WCBR & WPMLS Members
This invitation is for you!
Posted September 11, 2008
Please Click here to RSVP so that we can get a good attendance count. Thank you.
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Reminder: M7 modification does not just reflect possible foreclosure.
Posted September 4, 2008
In June of this year the WPMLS Directors authorized the M7 modification be changed to reflect “insufficiency of funds.” This change was authorized because of the growing number of short sales. M7 now reads:
"M7 Insufficiency of Funds: Seller has disclosed or listing agent has ascertained that a short sale or foreclosure or bankruptcy is pending or likely. M7 requires follow-through with either M7A or M7B. As M7A and M7B set forth different commission collection policies, participants should indicate one or the other, not both. Formerly X09."
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BACK TO ALMOST NORMAL ON WEB SITES
Posted August 28, 2008
This WPMLS home page will remain in use until further notice; you may go directly to Rapattoni MLS from it. However, the new www.wcbr.net is available to you now and we urge you to take some spare time to click your way around it, to familiarize yourself with features and content that are designed to help you in your business practice.
At a future time - but very soon, we hope - WCBR and WPMLS will resolve the site-speed issues that blocked the release of fully integrated websites for both organizations that was attempted on the morning of August 28. Our aim is to have WCBR members see important WCBR & WPMLS messages, all in one shot. Members of other Associations will continue to go directly to wpmls.net. One of the challenges we face is, frankly, that many members do NOT check important messages - like this one, for example! - thus they are blindsided when important new developments are announced. We also have security concerns about the current structure of the two sites. We hope to have a single sign-on solution down the road, but in the meantime there may have to be an extra click in the process. However this works out, when we are ready for a second try at site integration there will be plenty of advance notice and instructions on what to do. Thank you for your patience
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In Memoriam
Posted September 2, 2008
WCBR regrets to report that REALTOR® Dudley D. Doernberg, Jr., long time resident of Scarsdale, N. Y. died on August
29, 2008 at the age of 95. He was President of the Dudley D. Doernberg
Real Estate office founded by his father in 1926 until it became associated
with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.
Mr. Doernberg was a long-time Realtor member of the Westchester County Board of Realtors and he was one of the very first WCBR members to be awarded Emeritus status (50+ years of membership) by the National Association of Realtors. He was also a licensed appraiser, a graduate of Yale University and had served in World War II in the United States Army. He is survived by four sons, a sister, and nine grandchildren. Contributions in his memory may be made to Westchester Jewish Community Services, 845 North Broadway, Suite 2, White Plains, N.Y. 10603, www.wjcs.com.
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Hope for the Homeless needs YOU!
Posted July 25, 2008
WCBR's "Hope for the Homeless" committee is busy planning the most exciting, fun social event of the fall season... our "Grand Prix Fundraising Gala". Find out what all the buzz is about. Volunteers are needed to help with organizing the event, especially for our silent auction committee. In addition, limited sponsorship opportunities are still available, and donations for the auction are encouraged. Please call Gail Fattizzi, event chairperson, at 914-961-5510, or email to gmfbhg@aol.com to find out how you can help. The Westchester Realtor Foundation raises money for non-profit organizations who work with Westchester's own homeless population. This is personally fulfilling as well as great PR for Realtors, so please lend a hand. Thanks very much. |
Attention All Putnam County Association of Realtors members:
Posted July 25, 2008
PCAR is currently upgrading the equipment in the board office so in the near future all correspondence to our members will be sent via e-mail only. Snail mail will no longer be used after this transition. Therefore we are asking all members to check that we have your current e-mail address so you will be able to receive education information, notices on breakfast or luncheon meetings, seminars and other association activities.
You can check your e-mail address by going to the National Association of REALTORS web site, www.Realtor.org , log in, go to 'my account' and make the necessary changes. This information will then be automatically uploaded into PCARs' database and no further action will be needed on your part. If you have any problems in doing so, please call the board office with your updated information at 845-279-7070.
Thank you for helping us serve you better.
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Office Renovating
Posted July 23, 2008
River Towns Realty GMAC is currently closed for renovations at their Peekskill branch at 983 Main St. in Peekskill, NY.
All phones are being forwarded to our Croton office. Please send all faxes for Peekskill to the Croton-on-Hudson Fax at 914-271-3307 until further notice.
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To ALL MEMBERS:
Posted July 15, 2008
The NYSAR, WCBR, PCAR and other local Board legislative advocacy teams have succeeded in persuading the State Senate and Assembly to pass the so-called Commission Escrow bill which, in brief, requires sellers to put any disputed commission into an escrow account. This lets the transaction proceed while the disputed monies stay in New York until the parties resolve the dispute.
The bill now needs Governor Paterson's signature. There are groups urging him not to sign. We need counter-petitions in order to prevail. PLEASE go the link below and support the Realtor cause by filling out the information needed for an automatic email to the Governor. Thank you.
P. Gilbert Mercurio, CEO
Click Here To Support The REALTOR® cause.
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Attention All WCBR Members
Posted July 3, 2008
Sentricard payments were due June 30th. The charge for reactivation is now $90 regardless of whether or not payment is made online. AS OF MONDAY, JULY 14TH, ANY UNPAID SENTRICARD INVOICES RESULTED IN THE DEACTIVATION OF THE USER'S SENTRICARD. The online payment site is http://ims.wcbr.net |
HGTV CASTING CALL
Posted July 18, 2008
HGTV the network that brought you House Hunters and Designed to Sell is casting a new show: DESPERATE TO BUY. HGTV is looking for couples and families who are frantically searching for a new home in the tri-state area. For more information email dtbcasting@departure-films.com |
Please remember
Posted July 1, 2008
Brokers and agents can not advertise other firm's listings without permission. WPMLS has received numerous complaints on this issue. Many of the complaints concern agents advertising other firm’s listings on Craig's List without permission. Even if you only give a brief description of the property, without identifying the actual address—if it's not your listing it's still a violation.
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Rapattoni has enabled Single Sign-ON (meaning when you sign into the MLS – it will allow you access to IMS without having to Log In again) from Rapattoni MLS to go directly into IMS (Internet Member Services – The Boards E-Commerce site that you can Register and Pay for Classes, Pay your Annual Dues and currently your Smart Card Invoice (REMINDER THE $15.00 DISCOUNT ENDS AT 5PM ON MONDAY – June 30TH). |
| Second Quarter is closing. Please report your sold listings ASAP! Thank you. |
Listing Agreements:
Posted June 12, 2008
WE HOPE EVERYONE HAS READ IT BY NOW....SEND THE LISTING AGREEMENT WHEN YOU HAVE A NEW LISTING, and, when you fax the agreement to the Rapattoni fax number, keep a receipt – or better still – check the listing file to make sure the agreement made it there.
To learn how to attach your listing agreement to the listing, click here. |
Fake Lottery Winner:
Posted June 20, 2008
It has been reported to WPMLS that several Participants have been contacted by a bogus prospective purchaser who claims to have won the lottery. The individual has no private means of transportation so the agent has to pick her up, and she insists that she wants to close quickly. It has also been reported that this individual has written bad checks. |
Report Your Sales
Posted June 18, 2008
Sold Listing? Congratulations! Now, please don’t forget to report it to WPMLS. WPMLS needs timely data for good statistics upon the close of the second quarter on June 30th – and Everyone needs the data right now for accurate CMAs. Thanks for your cooperation. |
In Memoriam
Posted June 23, 2008
We are sad to report that Leila Roach, Associate Broker at Fleetwood Realty has passed away on Saturday June 21, 2008. Her viewing will be on Tuesday June 24th, 2008 at 10am followed with Mass at 11am at Sacred Heart Church - 115 South 5th Ave., Mount Vernon, NY 10550. Please call Fleetwood Realty with any questions.
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REALTOR Safety:
Posted June 12, 2008
WPMLS continues to receive reports about a certain property in Yonkers where the owner behaves indecently in clothing and manner when female Realtors visit the property. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROPERTY IS NOT LISTED IN MLS. The owner requests an agent to come ot the property to do a listing presentation. Yonkers police won’t do anything about it unless the complainant is present. WPMLS recommends, therefore, if you encounter this circumstance, leave the premises, but stay in the area, call Yonkers police, and assist them when they arrive. |
Attention REALTORS®
Posted June 16, 2008
It has been reported to WPMLS that an individual by the name of George King is contacting listing offices to schedule appointments, representing that he is affiliated with Town Crier Real Estate in Yorktown. Please be advised that this individual has not been affiliated with Town Crier for more than 3 years and does not hold membership in either WCBR or WPMLS. |
Office Phones Down
Posted June 8, 2008
The phones at J. Martins Real Estate in Yonkers are down due to a power outage.
To contact call 914-490-3792
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All Brokers & Salespersons:
Posted May 20, 2008
Watch the security in your office! Click Here for an important NYSAR bulletin on how the Department of State is implementing its new online licensing system. |
Attention ALL REALTORS IN AND AROUND MOUNT VERNON:
Posted May 19, 2008
SAVE FRIDAY MAY 30th, 12:30 P.M.. FOR A MEETING WITH MAYOR CLINTON YOUNG AND SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT DR. W. L. SAWYER to learn about the Mount Vernon school system and to tour three schools, starting with the Edward Williams Elementary School (9 Union Lane, between East 4th and 5th Streets), then Davis Middle School, and then Thornton High School. Figure on not more than 2 hours overall, with 15 minutes or so of walk-around touring at each school. We can’t say enough about the value of Realtors connecting directly with their school system personnel in order to learn the best features for marketing the district. Do not miss this event; make sure your office is represented! To reserve a place in the tour, please contact Mayoral assistant John L. Boykin II at 914-665-2361. |
Attention Appraisers:
Posted April 16, 2008
The 14th Annual Arthur G. McCartney Appraisal Conference is scheduled for May 8-9 at the Holiday Inn in Fishkill. Click here for more information. |
Posted April 24, 2008
HGTV the network that brought you House Hunters and Designed to Sell is casting a new show: DESPERATE TO BUY. HGTV is looking for couples and families who are frantically searching for a new home in the tri-state area. For more information email dtbcasting@departure-films.com |
NOTICE - Cablevision OPTIMUM On-line Customers:
Posted March 3, 2008
DO NOT download the new FREE CA Security Anti Virus that they offer because it will block the following programs:
- Sentricard Reader
- Tax Maps from REALIST
- “Ethics in Action” on-line Ethics Program
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Creativity in a Down Market:
Posted April 17, 2008
Brokers and Managers This current market requires brokers to innovate in order to survive. Come to the April 25th seminar.
Click here for details. |
All Agents:
Posted March 28, 2008
Realtor.com is offering a free technology workshop at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on April 23. Click here for details. |
ATTENTION Broker/Managers:
Posted April 3, 2008
Don’t’ miss the important Independent Contractor webinar April 17th.
Click here to register |
New Rules/Fines Commence April 1, 2008.
Posted March 17, 2008
Please click here for detail.
1) $50 fine for Owner’s Name Withheld lacking seller authorization on listing agreement or seller’s letter filed with MLS will NOT be waived even if authorization is sent afterwards.
2) $15 fine for not faxing Listing Agreement to MLS within 24 hours of listing agreement increases to $50 after 7 days, $100 after 30 days, and $100 additional per each month thereafter.
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Attention office managers:
Posted April 3, 2008
Please remember that Friday, April 4th is the deadline for WCBR to receive your revised Directory audit forms. Any changes submitted after that will NOT make it into the 2008-09 Membership Directory. Thank you. |
2007 Sales Awards Program
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Password Change
Posted March 25, 2008
On 4/1/2008 there will be a mandatory password change for WPMLS. |
All Members:
Posted March 17, 2008
On March 18, those of you with a correct email address on file with WCBR/NYSAR/NAR will receive a Call-to-Action email from NAR asking you to add your name to electronic mail to New York’s Members of Congress urging them to enact a permanent increase in FHA loan limits. FHA has not been a big player in Westchester on account of our price levels – but it could be if the temporary higher limits become permanent. Do your part for yourself and homebuyers in Westchester by paying attention to this Call to Action and spending the few minutes it takes to let NAR send a letter for you. Thank you! WCBR Inc.
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Defensive Driving Course
Posted February 26, 2008
Save 10% on your car insurance by taking a defensive driving course. Click here for details. |
Attached/Detached Means Properties, Not Garages
Posted March 3, 2008
The "Attach/Detach" field refers to whether the house is attached or detached to another house, not whether there's a garage that is attached or detached. To convey information about the garage (if any), go to the "Parking" field where there are various choices (including attached/detached garages) for explaining how the parking is accommodated.
Some buyers and cooperating brokers want attached housing, and so the listing agent has to make the correct entry in order for the property to show up (or not) in searches that rely on the Attached/Detached status of the property. Please take care.
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ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS:
Posted February 15, 2008
DID YOU RECEIVE A SURVEY FROM NAR?
If you did, either by regular mail or email, please take a moment to complete it. WCBR is partnering with the National Association of Realtors to do an extra large survey sample in the Westchester area. Your responses will help NAR and WCBR do a better job of offering products and services that fit the particulars of your business practices.
Thanks very much for your cooperation,
WCBR, Inc.
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Class Reschedueled
Posted February 26, 2008
The make up class for "Create and Maintain a Win-Win Situation with Sellers” cancelled February 22, will be held March 21st from 10am to 1:15pm. There are a few seats left for new registrations.
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In Memoriam
Posted February 29, 2008
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jo Ventura, ABR and associate Broker, of the Prudential Serls Prime Properties Brewster Office, after battling stage 4 cancer for the last 18 months. Jo had quite a zest for life and excelled in everything she did. She was an accomplished real estate agent in Dutchess, Putnam and Westchester. She always put her clients first. She will be missed dearly by her family, friends and collegues.
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In Memoriam
Posted February 27, 2008
Anita C.Trainor, a long-time resident of Pelham Manor, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008.
Anita, a highly successful licensed Real Estate Associate Broker and WCBR, Inc. member for many years, will fondly be remembered for her love of swimming, travel, foreign languages, the beach and her devotion to her family.
A funeral mass will be held at 11:15 AM Thursday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Pelham Manor.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Calvary Fund, 1740 Eastchester Road, Bronx, New York 10461 or tto the Ronald McDonald House.
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In Memoriam
Posted February 26, 2008
We regret to inform you that Jantina Koolhof (Tina), a real estate agent and member of the WCBR, through association with Ann Dowling LLC for over 15 years, died this weekend. She was eighty three years old and had retired from real estate just three years ago. She moved last year to Chicago, Il, when her health began to fail, to be with her surviving daughter Anja. |
New Mapping Feature
Posted January 29, 2008
Check out the new Mapping features on Rapattoni MLS.
Click here for details. |
Exam Changed
Posted February 13, 2008
Today's broker exam has been moved from 9am to 10am. |
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All Members:
A coalition of business organizations including WCBR has released a report that addresses the long term energy needs of the Westchester region in the context of whatever future decisions are made about relicensing the Indian Point power plants. Click here to see the 30-page report.
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Legal Updates for Brokers/Managers
Posted November 28, 2007
Edward I. Sumber will be running a legal updates seminar for Brokers and Managers only.
Click here for details. |
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Women's Council of Realtors
Posted November 28, 2007
This month's event will be Feb 11th at 11:30am at the Holiday Inn in Mt. Kisco. Click Here For Details |
Attention Dutchess County and Bronx Realtors®
Posted December 11, 2007
WPMLS understands that some questions have been raised in connection with our announcement of the Zone reconfiguration. Here’s the straight information:
1) Do agents have to get brand new listing agreements from their sellers? No. All we’re asking you to do is report to WPMLS the ones you already have. The Rapattoni MLS system will see these as late listings but from December 17-26 we are turning off the MLS software that generates fines for late listings. Please report your listings in that designated time period to avoid computer-generated fines. We’re also waiving the $5 listing entry fee. Once you’ve entered the listing you should fax the listing agreement the same way you normally do. For step by step instructions, CLICK HERE.
2) Does WPMLS recognize and accept listing agreements other than its own model listing agreements (such as Mid-Hudson MLS listing agreements)? Yes. All we care about is that your listing agreements comply with the basics of New York State license law.
3) Do out-of-area agents have to join WPMLS? No. There’s no change from the current policy. If you want to access WPMLS with your own name and code, there’s an annual charge ($40 in 2008); if you want to operate through your principal broker instead, the broker pays MLS fees but you don’t.
Feel free to call us directly with any questions you may have.
Westchester-Putnam Multiple Listing Service, Inc.
914-681-0833
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VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR
ALL WPMLS USERS!
Posted November 28, 2007
The WPMLS Zones are going to change on December 17. Also,
you are going to have to enter ALL your exclusive listings
that are situated in the Bronx or in Dutchess County.
You will have from December 17 to 26 to do this, and listing
entry fees and fines for late listings and late transmittal
of listing agreements will be waived for just that one
week period. An explanatory
memo has been sent to all Participants. Please read
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PCAR AND AREA 2 Events
The Putnam County Association of Realtors’ Installation tonight, Thursday, December 13, is cancelled on account of snow. It has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 19.
AREA 2 Holiday Party
Due to the extreme weather conditions the Kittle House is now accommodating us for our
First Annual Area 2 Holiday Dinner Party on Tuesday the 18th same time, from 6pm – 10pm.
My apologizes for any confusion and/or inconvenience to you at this time. I sincerely hope everyone that RSVP’d will be able to attend on Tuesday.
Enjoy the Snow!
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ALL MEMBERS:
Posted November 16, 2007
On Tuesday, November 27th you will receive an email from NAR’s REALTOR Action Center asking you to email a letter to Senators Schumer and Clinton in support of modernizing the FHA loan programs and allowing regional adjustments to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loan limits. It’s easy to do these letters – just follow the simple steps outlined in the NAR email.
If you’d like to preview the issues now, click onto http://www.realtoractioncenter.com/keyissues/issue-summary-fha.html and http://www.realtoractioncenter.com/keyissues/gse.html. Admittedly, these programs don’t get a lot of use in Westchester on account of our high prices. However, that’s what the legislation is partly about. Further, if these programs help the real estate markets in surrounding lower-cost areas, that is definitely going to help Westchester in the long run. So, when you get the “Call to Action” on Tuesday, please do take a minute to respond because it will be good for the entire real estate industry to get this legislation passed.
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Women's Council of Realtors® Installation Cocktail Party
Posted November 9, 2007
When: November 29th 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Where: Scarsdale Golf Club, Hartsdale, New York
Click here for details. |
Putnam County CE Classes:
Posted October 29, 2007
Nov. 8, 9-5:30, Real Estate Taxation, 7.5 hours, $80
Nov. 12, 5-8 pm, Realtor Code of Ethics, 3 hours, $55
Nov. 15, 9-5:30, Real Estate Finance, 7.5 hours, $80
Nov. 19, 5-8 pm, Fair Housing, 3 hours, $55
For registration info contact PCAR at 845.279.7070 or www.putnamrealtors.com.
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| Don't emulate Fast Fred's & Patti Petunia's bad habits....
but do listen up to Roger Turcotte, Ed Sumber, John Streb and Lou Petralia at WCBR's Annual Meeting, November 1st at SUNY Purchase.
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Roger Turcotte - nationally recognized speaker - solution-based approach to coping with the market changes we're all experiencing. Morning and afternoon sessions available. |
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Edward I. Sumber - our expert counsel - what you need to know about agency disclosure, well water testing, and new licensing requirements. Morning session. |
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Loan Officer John Streb and real estate attorney Louis Petralia have advice for dealing with short sales and foreclosures. Morning session.
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Get the details now!
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Common MLS Rules Violations:
Posted September 26, 2007
Click here for an important notice concerning the most common MLS rules violations. This information should be shared with every licensee and admin affiliated with WPMLS Participant offices.
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Women's Council of REALTORS® Events
Posted September 27, 2007
Women's Council of REALTORS® Luncheon
When: October 29th, 12:00p.m.
Where: Casa Rina Restaurant, 886 Commerce
St., Thornwood, NY (914) 769-4515
Speaker: Scott Leandra, Senior Home Loan Consultant
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Lockboxes:
Posted September 20, 2007
Did you know that you can program your lockbox with the MLS # of the Listing so you can locate the Lockbox easily in Sentrilock.com? Read the Section on “Enable Lockbox Tracking” in the SentriLock section of this website.
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Housekeeping Items:
Posted September 20, 2007
ALL Agents need to please check/verify their Email, Home Address (for MLS Staff Database for mailings of Newspaper/Annual Dues, etc.) and Phone numbers within the MLS. Please go to ADMIN (at the top) and click on MODIFY YOUR PROFILE – edit/add the information in and click on SAVE (at the top) when done.
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Women's Council of REALTORS® Events
Posted September 27, 2007
Women's Council of REALTORS® Luncheon
When: October 29th, 12:00p.m.
Where: Casa Rina Restaurant, 886 Commerce
St., Thornwood, NY (914) 769-4515
Speaker: Scott Leandra, Senior Home Loan Consultant
Women's Council of REALTORS® Book Signing
When: October 11th 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Where: The Mahopac Library
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Attention all WPMLS Subscribers:
Posted September 27, 2007
The third quarter closes Sunday, September 30. Please be sure to report all your closed sales/rentals between now and over the weekend so that we have an up to date database with good statistics for everyone.
Thank you
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WCBR Holiday Party
Posted September 27, 2007
Save the date! The holidays are just around the corner. The WCBR Annual Installation of Officers and Holiday Party will be the evening of Wednesday, December 12th, at the Scarsdale Country Club. |
Stay Safe On The Job, At Home and On the Road With Tips From NAR:
Posted September 13, 2007
The safety of our more than 1.3 million members is always a top priority for NAR. We are committed to helping you stay safe while on the job, at home, and on the road. To raise awareness about this important issue, September 9-15, 2007 has been officially designated as the fifth annual REALTOR® Safety Week.
View "Safety Strategies For You and Your Clients," to see these safety tips in action. Click here to launch the NAR Safety Video:
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NAR Call To Action
Posted July 14, 2007
The e-mail you received from NAR regarding the CALL TO ACTION is very important. Please respond to the email and TAKE ACTION! |
Exit CBC Realty Power Outage
Posted September 19, 2007
Exit CBC Realty has lost power and phones. To contact, please call 845-947-8664 or fax 845-947-8667. |
List to Sell Workshop:
Posted September 17, 2007
The Woman´s Council of REALTORS® List to Sell Workshop, on September 17, has been canceled.
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September 6th special classes
Posted August 29, 2007
Money Talks: compensation issues- what better topic for an agent, especially in this market.
For Your Own Good: a discussion on REALTOR ethics that gets right down to current issues.
Satisfies the NAR ethics mandate.
Take both classes for only $110 and 7.5 hours of CE credit.
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List To Sell Workshop
Posted September 5, 2007
The Putnam Chapter of the Woman's Council of REALTORS® Presents:List To Sell Workshop.
September 17 8:30 a.m.—11:30 P.M.
Continental Breakfast Provided
Cost $10.00 Members $15.00 Non– Members
Click here for more information or call Jennifer Maher at (914) 330-7222. |
IMPORTANT UPDATE TO MULTIFAMILY PROPERTY CATEGORY
Posted August 20, 2007
MultiFamily category has been divided into 2 types: MultiFamily 2-4 and MultiFamily 5+.
Click here for more information. |
Holiday Planning Already!
Posted August 27, 2007
Area 2 has a party. Click here for info. |
Middle Class STAR
Posted August 6, 2007
Be a hero to your clients and customers and make sure they’re participating in the STAR program. There’s a new “Middle Class STAR” in the works this autumn – and current homeowners should carefully watch their mail for the notification and forms. See the attached flyer from the County government for more information. And please remember, when reporting taxes on your MLS listings, enter the gross tax before any STAR rebate is applied. |
Attention All Realtors Doing Business In Yonkers:
Posted August 6, 2007
It’s important that you set aside a couple of hours on Wednesday, September 12, 10 am to 12 noon at the Yonkers Riverfront Library at Larkin Plaza, to hear what the Yonkers Human Rights Commission has to say about the fair housing laws. The subject matter is important and more complicated than most people realize. WCBR/WPMLS also think it’s in your best interests to show support for the City’s efforts by attending this program. RSVP to Fair Housing Investigator Yashica Collins-Smith at (914) 377-6680. |
Reminder: NYSAR MLS Survey is about your future - have you got 10 minutes today?
Posted August 7, 2007
WPMLS urges you to participate in a NYSAR survey about MLS data sharing, regionalization, and other ways to improve the MLS environment and increase your business opportunities for the future. We are off to a great start and have already heard from more than 2,000 of your peers, but we have not heard from everyone! The survey will close on August 14 so don't miss out voicing your needs and ideas about the future of your MLS. The results will be shared in September for NY State and by each MLS.
Click here to take the 10 minute survey. We need your feedback this week! Thank you.
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Code of Ethics Changes
Posted August 2, 2007
The Code of Ethics was modified this year to include a number of requirements for websites. You’ll find the Code on wcbr.net. Click here for the applicable excerpts. |
Attention Commercial Realtors:
Posted July 26, 2007
If you have clients in the restaurant business, the City of Yonkers and CID have a 2 pm August 1 briefing for you about opportunities in Yonkers, at Zuppa Restaurant, sponsored by Struever Fidelco Cappelli among others. Reserve quickly. Click here for details.
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Zone Election Ballots
Posted July 5, 2007
Please click here for the Zone 7 Ballot.
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Password Change
Posted July 11, 2007
On Monday July 16 a system wide password change will be implemented. Once you login as of the 16th the system will prompt you to change your password. Please be aware you cannot reuse an old password. |
Warning: Bogus Emails from DOJ:
Posted July 3, 2007
The Department of Justice has issued an advisory concerning fraudulent spam e-mail messages claiming to be from DOJ. The fraudulent messages are addressed “Dear Citizen.” The messages assert that the recipients or their businesses have been the subject of complaints filed with DOJ and also forwarded to the Internal Revenue Service. A DOJ logo may appear at the top of the email message or in an attached file. Finally, the message may include an attachment that supposedly contains a copy of the complaint and contact information. THESE EMAIL MESSAGES ARE A HOAX. DO NOT RESPOND. For more information click here. |
Sentricard Invoices
Posted July 6, 2007
Important! If you have not paid your SentriCard invoice the card is now inactive. Make sure you renew before going to a property with a lockbox. Staff has to re-enable the card after you’ve paid (there’s no weekend service), so make sure you pay early in the week. Sentricard invoices are available online at http://ims.wcbr.net. This invoice will only appear on your account if you currently have an active Sentricard for the SentiLock system. The period for discounted renewal is closed and renewals are now $90 whether paid by check or on-line. If members do not currently have a card but would like to obtain one, please contact Emily Boseman at the WPMLS offices, 681-0833.
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Faxing Listing Agreements
Posted May 3, 2007
WPMLS Rules require that you fax in your listing agreements
within 24 hours of entering the listing into the system.
Failure to do so will result in an automatic $15 fine
per occurrence.
Please remember that listing agreements should NOT be
faxed to the WPMLS main fax numbers. For detailed instructions
on how to fax in your listing agreements, CLICK
HERE. |
Lockbox Information
Lockbox Servicing Hours:
Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Training Classes:
July 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
No registration necessary, just show up.
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Pay Online
Sentricard Order Form
For replacement lockbox batteries contact Timothy Hannan or Emily Boseman at 914-681-0833.
Technical Support:
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1-877-736-8745 - 8:00am - 8:00pm, 7 days a week.
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support.sentrilock.com, use your MLS ID and
password. |
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WCBR Annual Dues Online Discount Expires Friday, January 16th, 5:00pm
Posted January 15, 2009
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Click here for step by step instructions for WCBR Annual Dues Payments |
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If you haven't yet renewed your WCBR membership for 2009, please remember that this upcoming Friday, January 16th, 5:00 p.m., is the deadline for taking the online timely payment discount of $30. We offer discounts for online payments because they save us a lot of expensive paperwork processing. It’s a real deadline – you won’t be able to access the discount function thereafter – so please take it seriously if you want to save some money. |
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PLEASE REPORT ALL 2008 SALES NOW
Posted January 2, 2009
All MLS members: We intend to run the year-end sales statistics at the close of business on Monday, Jan. 5th. Please make sure you have reported all your 2008 sales and rental transactions by then. Thank you.
P. G. Mercurio, CEO |
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New Ethics Classes
Posted December 24, 2008
New course times for the Ethics Training needed to fulfill your NAR Mandated Ethics requirement.
January 7, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Register Today before all the seats are taken!
click here to register |
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New Ethics Classes
Posted October 31, 2008
New course times for the Ethics Training needed to fulfill your NAR Mandated Ethics requirement.
November 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
November 24, 9:30am - 12:30pm
December 2, 9:30am - 12:30pm
December 4, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Register Today before all the seats are taken!
click here to register |
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Congratulations to:
Posted November 4, 2008
Women’s Council President and Communications Chairman Lori Ragette, 2008 WCBR Realtor of the Year
And
Real Estate In-Depth Editor John Jordan, 2008 Affiliate of the Year.
The Awards were announced at WCBR’s November 3rd meeting at the DoubleTree Hotel in Tarrytown. Watch for coverage in the upcoming edition of Real Estate In-Depth
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Attention REALTOR® commercial property owners & managers
Posted October 23, 2008
Con Edison, through a company named Global Energy Partners LLC, is seeking your participation in an energy efficiency study that may have benefits for your property. Please click here for more information. |
Attn All WCBR Members
Time is running out to register for WCBR’s 92nd Annual Meeting Monday, November 3, 2008 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Tarrytown.
455 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY?
Nationally known speaker Karel Murray will talk about surviving, and even thriving in this roller coaster market. Her seminar, and the annual meeting, is free, but you must register. If you’d like to stay for lunch and hear Board counsel Edward I. Sumber talk about the newly enacted Commission Protection Act, as well as other recent changes to the legal landscape, the cost is only $30.
Click here to register.
Click here for more information.
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Attention All Realtors doing business with Yonkers buyers and sellers:
Posted October 6, 2008
Last year WCBR/WPMLS Realtors had a productive meeting with Yonkers Schools Superintendent Bernard Pierorazio and his top staff. It’s time for an update and for Realtors to show their support for this hugely improving school district. Please save the morning of Tuesday, October 28, at the Robert C. Dodson Elementary School. The District requests the courtesy of an advance reservation for breakfast: please use the attachment to do so. |
In Memoriam
Posted October 27, 2008
We regret to announce the passing of Barbara Bellamy. Barbara has been selling real estate for over 25 years. Currently an Associate Broker with Gate House Realty in Beacon and previously with Houlihan Lawrence in Cold Springs.
Friends may call to the E.O. CURRY FUNERAL HOME, 313 N. James Street, Peekskill, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Oct. 27th. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered 10:30 AM Oct. 28th at St. Columbanus Church, Cortlandt Manor, followed by interment in the Assumption Cemetery, Cortlandt Manor.
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Firms Robbed in Mt. Vernon/Bronxville!
Posted October 16, 2008
At least three firms in Mt. Vernon, Bronxville, and Scarsdale have been robbed in the last week. The individuals, an African American woman and a Caucasian man, pose as a husband and wife and while the wife distracts the agent the husband has stolen laptops, a camera and the contents of a wallet. All agents are encouraged to be very vigilant and to report suspicious activity to the local police. |
Your friends will be there, why not you?
Posted October 16, 2008
Here's who's coming to Grand Prix NY on October 22 for Hope for the Homeless. Join your buddies. Race your competitors. (Place "bets" if you have neither buddies nor competitors!) Sample the great restaurant fare. Find an enticing auction item. RESERVE NOW!
Click here for the complete list.
| Baselice, Gloria |
Gloria |
Baselice |
| Metrocities Mortgage |
Donald |
Arace |
| Weichert Realty |
Barbara |
Barber |
| Cappelli Enterprises |
Bruce |
Berg |
| Braun, Donald |
Donald |
Braun |
| ERA Insite |
Lou |
Budetti |
| Realty Executives WPR |
Randy |
Calano |
| Cablevision |
Colleen |
Camarda |
| Coldwell Banker Res. & Com. Br. |
Rosemary |
Camas |
| Carnell Environmental |
Michael |
Carnicelli |
| Bronxville-Ley Real Estate |
Leah |
Caro |
| Houlihan Lawrence |
Judith |
Cascone |
| Prudential Centennial Realty |
Pat |
Cassese |
| Prudential Centennial Realty |
Patricia |
Cassese |
| LRH Christiansen Corp. |
Lou |
Christiansen |
| Realty Executives WPR |
Carol |
Christiansen |
| Houlihan Lawrence |
Toni |
Chrystal |
| New York Times, The |
Andrea |
Condon |
| Weichert Realty |
Dorothy |
Condro |
| Bronxville-Ley Real Estate |
Carol Jane |
Conway |
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Hope for the Homeless REALTOR® Grand Prix!
Posted September 8, 2008
Directions: Grand Prix NY is located at 333 North Bedford Road (Route 117) in Mount Kisco, about 1 mile north of Mt Kisco’s downtown, and a little north of and on the same side as the Mount Kisco Commons Shopping Center. The building doesn’t front on Rte 117; rather, there’s a driveway with a sign. Go slow, pay attention to signs at each intersection, and you’ll find it.
This year’s event includes:
Team racing spectator. Root for your friends, hex your competitors.
Team racing – Be a team member yourself! Find 3 others to sign up with you. See “Enthusiast” on the invitation.
Ample food and drink from Westchester’s finest culinary establishments
Silent auction with great travel, fashion, restaurant, sports and other attractive packages
New cars on display
Individual tickets are an affordable $150. The proceeds go to organizations that fight homelessness, and that’s a mission that ought to appeal to every Realtor member of WCBR.
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2008-2009 Membership Directory
Posted July 22, 2008
Page 63, containing company directory listings from ERA Insite Realty Services to Exit CBC Realty, is missing from the publications that were sent to you. Click here for a copy that you can print out and insert into your directory.
For the page to be the correct size for the directory, make sure that the page scaling print option is set to none. |
All WCBR Members:
Posted June 27, 2008
Just do it! The Realtors Run! Its Fun.. Its Easy..
The best way to give back to R.P.A.C for protecting Your Commissions this year!
Help us Help You! sign up to day Reservations close on 7/21/08 be a winner, have fun at the Races and help
Click here for details.
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Attention All WCBR Realtors:
Posted July 9, 2008
Are you interested in serving as a Director of the Westchester County Board of Realtors, Inc. in 2009? The Board of Directors meets 8 - 10 times per year to set policy for the organization - everything ranging from finances and budget to legislative advocacy, education, communications and much more. Click here for more information about the "job". The available positions are: Officers (President, 1st VP, 2nd VP, Secretary-Treasurer), two past president slots, and sixteen other positions consisting of two Realtors from each of the eight Areas of Westchester (same as MLS Zones).
The Leadership Committee nominates candidates for election as Directors at the Annual Meeting (Nov. 3, 2008). If you would like to be considered for nomination, please submit the application form, no later then July 28th, and fax or mail it to my attention at WCBR. Please feel free to contact me (729-4196) or any of the Committee members with any questions you may have. The Committee members are: Catherine Amabile (723-8700), Pat Bentley (232-5007), Savo Fries (962-4900), Kevin O'Shea (328-0821), Ralph Ragette (337-7000) and Darryl Selsey (667-6767).
J. P. Endres Fein, Chairman
WCBR Leadership Committee
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In Memoriam
Posted July 9, 2008
Evelyn Wiley, a long-time agent with Prudential Centennial, passed away. She was well known and highly respected in Scarsdale. The funeral was held on Tuesday, July 8 at Temple Kol Ami in White Plains. Anyone wishing to, can make a donation to the temple in Evelyn's memory
Sotheby’s of Larchmont has lost their friend & associate, Patricia Mucci, on Tuesday July08, 2008.
Pat was a terrific lady with a positive attitude. A dear friend to all, she will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
The wake for Pat Mucci will be held on Thursday July 10th 5-9 PM & Friday July 11th 5-9 PM at:
Fox Funeral Home
2080 Boston Post Road, Larchmont, NY 10538
Telephone: 914-834-0144
The funeral Mass will be held for Pat Mucci on Saturday July 12, 2008 @ 10AM at
Saints John & Paul Roman Catholic Church
280 Weaver Street, Larchmont, NY 10538
Telephone- 914-834-5458
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SENTRICARD INVOICES HAVE BEEN MAILED
Posted June 12, 2008
The online payment site is http://ims.wcbr.net (no www), or just click here:
The deadline for payment was Monday, June 30th. The charge for reactivation will be $90 regardless of whether or not payment is made online.
Please remember that you can not borrow someone else's card, or loan out your own card to someone else. That makes a terrible liability for you and your principal broker should something go wrong at the property. It’s also a violation of your client’s trust. Misuse of cards will lead to significant fines and possible suspension of MLS service.
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Please remember
Posted July 4, 2008
Brokers and gents can not advertise other firm's listings without permission. WPMLS has received numerous complaints on this issue. Many of the complaints concern agents advertising other firm’s listings on Craig's List without permission. Even if you only give a brief description of the property, without identifying the actual address—if it's not your listing it's still a violation.
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For a listing to be eligible for submission to the WPMLS, there must be some offer of compensation to cooperating agents and there can be no expectation on the part of listing office that the cooperating agent will collect compensation from the tenant and share that compensation with the listing agent.
Please review the following rules and regulations:
Section 7:4 Percentage Rate of Commission on Every Listing:
[A] THE RATE OR AMOUNT OF COMMISSION CHARGED FOR THE SALE, LEASE,
APPRAISAL OR MANAGEMENT OF REAL ESTATE SHALL BE NEGOTIATED
BETWEEN EACH PARTICIPANT AND HIS CLIENT.
Every listing contract filed with the Service shall include either:
[I] the percentage of the purchase price which the Selling Participant shall
be entitled to receive upon the sale of the property; or
[ii] the amount of compensation the Selling Participant shall be entitled to
receive for services rendered in connection with the consummation of
the sale.
NOTE 1: In filing a property with the Multiple Listing Service of a
Board of REALTORS, the Participant of the Service is making blanket
unilateral offers of compensation to the other MLS Participants, and
shall therefore specify on each listing filed with the Service, the
compensation being offered to the other MLS Participants. Specifying
the compensation on each listing is necessary, because the
cooperating broker has the right to know what his compensation shall
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Report Listing Violation
Button Guidelines:
Posted June 23, 2008
Click here for a list of listing violation button dos and don'ts. |
Attention REALTORS®
Posted June 16, 2008
It has been reported to WPMLS that an individual by the name of George King is contacting listing offices to schedule appointments, representing that he is affiliated with Town Crier Real Estate in Yorktown. Please be advised that this individual has not been affiliated with Town Crier for more than 3 years and does not hold membership in either WCBR or WPMLS. |
PLEASE DO NOT ABUSE BROKER OPEN HOUSE NOTICES:
Posted May 22, 2008
WPMLS has received numerous complaints about abuses in the broker open house notice. Agents are listing open houses, and then indicating they are postponed or cancelled. Or an open house is listed with the caveat that property is on a lockbox, please check it out. The open house function is for alerting participants about actual open houses. It is not an advertising vehicle. Let's please all treat each other like professionals and not post 'phony' open house messages. If asking for cooperation doesn't work, WPMLS will impose fines for what are basically listing misrepresentations. |
NO ONE LIKES FINES! You don't like getting them and WPMLS doesn't like assessing them.
Posted May 30, 2008
You can avoid one particular type of fine by taking a moment to learn the ENTIRE listing entry procedure. Here’s what it’s about:
You must submit a copy of the listing agreement to WPMLS within 24 hours of execution. There is a $15 fine for failing to do so. The fine increases to $50 after seven days and to $100 after 30 days until an agreement is attached. To learn how to attach your listing agreement to the listing, click here.
In order to insure that the fax transmission or upload was successful, you should check that it went through! You may access attached documents by clicking on "show attached documents" located in the listing quick change menu. It is the responsibility of the listing agent to check their listings!
All status changes, sales, signed contracts, price changes, cancellations, TP's and all other changes must be reported to the WPMLS within 24 hours. Late reporting of sales (more than 24 hours) will result in an automatic $50 fine.
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All Participants and Agents:
Posted May 20, 2008
Watch the security in your office! WPMLS has received recent reports from two offices that two women, posing as customers, visited the offices. One used the restroom and, according to reports, helped herself to purses and other loose valuables along the way. It’s never a good idea to leave valuables out in the open. |
Attention All WCBR Members
Posted May 2, 2008
WCBR and its Westchester REALTOR® Foundation are gearing up for our biennial "Hope for the Homeless" fundraiser where we show that REALTORS® truly care about homelessness in this area.
Save the evening of Wednesday, October 22 for a truly exhilarating program that will be very different from anything the Board has ever done. (It involves race carts, and that’s all we’re telling you for now!) In the meantime, though, our Hope for the Homeless Committee chaired by Gail Fattizzi of Westchester Real Estate, Inc. (gmfbhg@aol.com, 914-961-5510) needs volunteers who are willing to help out with the silent auction, program journal, sponsorships, ticket sales, and other details that make for successful events. We’ve hired a professional meeting planning firm to keep the job from getting out of hand, but we still need YOUR help for that Realtor spirit touch. Please email or call Gail right away to let her know you’ll join the team. Thanks very much. |
CHINA / MYANMAR (BURMA) EARTHQUAKE RELIEF
Posted May 16, 2008
WCBR Realtor Jeannette Wang is the President of the Organization of Chinese Americans – Westchester Hudson Valley Chapter (OCA-WHV) serving Chinese and Asian Pacific Americans generally. OCA-WHV, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, has set up an account with HSBC to funnel contributions to the relief effort through the Chinese Red Cross and other contacts.
If you would like to contribute:
1) Make check payable to “OCA-WHV”;
2) Notate the check to “Earthquake Relief” and specify either “China” or “Myanmar”.
3) Mail to Earthquake Relief Fund / OCA-WHV, PO Box 541, White Plains, NY 10602.
If you would like a receipt for tax purposes, please provide a note with your name, return address, phone number, check #, donation amount, and email address. |
The phones for ERA Premier Realty in Scarsdale are down.
Please contact 914-830-3400. |
In Memoriam
Posted May 14, 2008
Sotheby’s of Larchmont has lost their friend & associate, Marjorie (Marge) Mendelsohn, formerly Julia B. Fee, to cancer on Tuesday May13, 2008 in Greensboro, North Carolina. A funeral service will be held 10am on Friday 5/16 at George T Davis Funeral Home, 14 Lecount Place, New Rochelle, NY telephone # 914-632-0324. Marjorie’s family will be receiving friends FRIDAY ONLY, 2 PM – 8PM @ the home of Lois Lichter, 40 Stonygate Oval, New Rochelle, NY telephone number 914-712-0017
Marge was a terrific lady with a zest for life and always had a positive attitude. A dear friend to all, she will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
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| WPMLS has been advised of two instances when an agent named Joseph Cardillo has picked up keys to show properties using an agent ID number that is no longer active with WPMLS. Participants should confirm current licensure and firm affiliation if contacted by this agent. |
Posted May 5, 2008
Casa Abierta Realty has moved. Contact Troy at 914-263-9487. |
In Memoriam
Posted March 5, 2008
WPMLS regrets to report the passing of longtime Pleasantville resident Dorothy Rosenberg who died May 5, 2008 in Sacramento Calif. She was born in 1923 in Mt. Vernon, NY and moved to Pleasantville in 1950. A memorial service will be held at Beecher’s Funeral Home, 418 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville, NY at noon, Friday May 9, 2008. For further information please contact Beecher’s at 914-769-0001.
She was a dedicated and active member of the community and served on the Pleasantville Fund for Learning; the Community Scholarship Fund; Friends of the Mt. Pleasant Library; the Chamber of Commerce; Pleasantville Rotary and as president of the Roselle Ave. School PTA. She was a long-time member of Temple Beth-El of No. Westchester and was active in the interfaith council and a former membership chair.
In 1964, Dorothy opened Clark’s Corners Gift Shop on Wheeler Ave. in Pleasantville which she operated for 18 years before starting a new career in real estate. She was an award-winning sales associate working for Bixler, Coldwell Banker, and Holmes & Kennedy until her retirement in 2000. She then moved to California to be closer to her children.
Suggested memorial donations may be sent to the Pleasantville Fund for Learning, the Pleasantville Community Scholarship Fund, Friends of the Mt. Pleasant Library and the Alzheimers Association.
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Heritage Realty Services Phones Down
Posted May 2, 2008
The Phones of Heritage Realty Services in Mt. Vernon
are temporarily down. Please contact Gloria Romero Smith at 914-309-1587 or Silvia Woods at 914-523-5624 |
In Memoriam
Posted April 21, 2008
We regret to report that Realtor Daniel Sadofsky, principal of Toddville Real Estate, Corltandt Manor, passed away on Sunday, April 20. He was at one time an active member of WCBR's Legislation Committee. There is visitation tomorrow, 4/22 from 11 a.m- noon. Rotary commemoration will be at 11:45, followed by a funeral service at noon at E.O. Curry Funeral Home, 313 N. James St. Peekskill. Click here for directions. Dan is survived by his wife, Suzane, daughter Alyson, and two sisters. Memorial donations may be made to the Peekskill Rotary Club, PO Box 344, Peekskill 10566.
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Homequest phones down:
Posted April 22, 2008
The phones for Home Quest Realty in Cortland are down.
To contact, please call 845-598-4652. |
Attention Commercial Realtors:
The New York State Commercial Association of Realtors is running a two-day educational program on April 16-17 at the Holiday Inn in Fishkill. Click here for program and registration information. |
First meeting of the Westchester/Putnam Young Realtor Group scheduled for Tuesday, April 15th, 6:30 at the WCBR offices.
Please click here for details. |
All Agents:
Posted April 08, 2008
An unfortunate incident was reported to WPMLS by a Participant this morning. A property owner in the Yonkers area scheduled an appointment with a Participant to visit his home for a pre-listing evaluation. Upon arriving at the home the Participant found a note on the door advising the agent that the homeowner was in the shower and she should let herself in. The agent did not enter the property but continued to knock on the door. The property owner asked her to enter the property and, upon entering, the homeowner acted provocatively and in an inappropriate fashion. Agents should exercise caution in scheduling appointments with individuals they have not previously met. Click here for information about Realtor safety tips from realtor.org |
In Memoriam
Posted March 5, 2008
We regret to inform you that Matthew Bevilacqua II, son of PCAR Past President Matt Bevilacqua (Prudential Rand, Shrub Oak) , recently passed away.
There is a wake on March 21, 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at Joseph J. Smith Funeral Home, 692 Route 6, Mahopac (845-621-1992), and a funeral Mass on March 22, 1:30 pm, at St. John the Evangelist, 225 East Lake Boulevard, Mahopac.
Condolences may be sent to Matt and his wife Marie at 520 North Lake Boulevard, Mahopac 10541.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Matthews' name to:
Hudson River Housing for The Homeless
313 Mill Street
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
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PHONES DOWN:
Posted March 17, 2008
ERA Insight - White Plains office phones down. Please call Agents Directly.
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Attention All Those With Dutchess County Listings
Posted January 30, 2008
WPMLS has amended its policy on reporting listings situated in Dutchess County. Effective immediately, only new or extended listings fall under the mandatory-reporting rule. Click here for more information. |
To all WCBR Members and WPMLS Participants and affiliated agents:
Posted March 3, 2008
WCBR/WPMLS Counsel Edward I. Sumber has prepared a report (“Legal Update”) based on matters discussed by local board attorneys at the recent business meetings of the NYS Association of Realtors. The report is available on www.wcbr.net in the members-only pages, under Library, and in Rapattoni MLS via this site, under Links & Documents. |
In Memoriam
Posted March 5, 2008
We regret to inform you of the death of Kay O’ Leary, of Halstead Property Riverdale, LLC, who passed away on Tuesday, March 4th, 2008. She is loved and will be greatly missed by all her co-workers and friends.
The wake will be held Friday, March 7th at Riverdale-On-Hudson funeral home from 2-4 and 7-9
6110 Riverdale Ave
Riverdale, NY 10471
The funeral will be held on Saturday at 9:45 AM at St. Margaret of Cortona Church at 6000 Riverdale Ave. Riverdale, NY 10471
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WCR Presents keynote speaker Richard Haggerty,
Monday March 10 at Tre Angelina 478 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains, to speak about New Rules & Regulations of WPMLS, with luncheon to follow.
Click here for more details. |
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In Memoriam
Posted February 29, 2008
Bill Happas – Loving husband, nurturing father, dear friend, great Realtor and funny comic – passed away Wednesday, February 27 way before his time. Bill started his second career as a real estate agent approximately 7 years ago and quickly rose to the ranks of top producer. Bill also moonlighted as a comic whenever and wherever there was an audience who would actually listen to him! Bill was truly loved by all whose life he touched and he will be sorely missed. Bill’s calendar was always full with either helping clients, being a friend, or loving his family and everything this man did he did with a very strong joie de vivre. A long time resident of Larchmont, he recently moved to New Rochelle to enjoy a wonderful and relaxed lakeside life with his Wife, Diane, and their daughter, Leslie, who has since moved into New York City.
Friends and family will be gathering Saturday and Sunday March 1st and 2nd, from 2-4 and 7-9 at Fox Funeral home on Boston Post Road in Larchmont, and there will be a Christian Mass at 10am at Saints John and Paul on Weaver Street in Larchmont on Monday, March 3rd .
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In Memoriam
Posted February 27, 2008
Clayton William Schwartz, son of Marilyn Schwartz of Teamweavers, and resident of Nashville, TN, and former resident of Katonah, NY, passed on Sunday February 24th. He was born on September 20, 1975, and is gone from us too soon.
In May of 2006, Clayton was paralyzed in a motorcycle accident. He lived in strength and courage till the end.
Clayton graduated from John Jay High School and SUNY Potsdam College. He was attending Vanderbilt Law School in Nashville, TN. Clayton embraced life with vigor, and prior to his accident he was a yoga aficionado, worked the Alaskan fishing boat circuit and enjoyed adventure riding on his motorcycle.
A memorial mass will be held in his memory at St. Mary’s Church, Route 302, Bethel, CT, 203-744-5777, Friday February 29th at 10 AM.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations sent to the:
Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation
636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A
Short Hills, New Jersey 07087
Please earmark all donations for “stem cell research.”
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DON’T JUST GET YOUR CERTIFICATE IN THE MAIL. CELEBRATE YOUR ACHIEVEMENT!
Sign up for the Annual Sales Awards bash, this year on February 28th, 6:00 – 9:30 pm at the Renaissance Hotel. Enjoy the first class cocktail and buffet reception, see your name on the awards screen, enjoy the music and dancing, and network with other top performers just like you! Bring a guest to celebrate with you. $65 reservations are available through Wednesday, February 27th.
Register: on-line at ims.wcbr.net (under events) or
print the form (click here) and fax it to WCBR at 914-681-6044.
There’s not much time – so sign up now!
Click here for the 2007 criteria
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2008 WCBR ANNUAL INVOICES
Posted January 21, 2007
Your 2008 WCBR ANNUAL INVOICES have been mailed. [CLICK HERE TO PAY.] |
ATTENTION ALL PARTICIPANTS & AGENTS
Posted February 12, 2008
WCBR would like to know your experiences, if any, with the Westchester County well water testing law that went into effect November 19, 2007. If you have had any transactions involving well water testing,
please click here to send us an email
telling: 1) How many transactions involved well water testing and 2) What were your experiences with them (anything from no hassle to real problems, in which case please give us some detail about that). If a pattern emerges, WCBR will use the information to lobby for amendments to the law. Please respond no later than the close of business on Friday Feb.15th. Thank you. |
ATTENTION WCBR and WPMLS Boards of Directors
Posted February 22, 2008
The WCBR board of directors meeting has been reschedueled for Monday 2/25/2008 at 10:00am.
The WPMLS board of directors meeting will remain Tuesday 2/26/2008 at 10:00am.
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Report Listing Violation
Button Guidelines:
Posted February 8, 2008
Click here for a list of listing violation button dos and don'ts. |
To the WCBR Directors:
Posted February 8, 2008
Please telephone WCBR on Friday morning at 914-681-0833 to see if the 10 a.m. Board of Directors meeting is cancelled on account of snow. There should be a message at our switchboard no later than 8:45 a.m.
We can’t make the decision today (Thursday) or even tonight because there is just too much unpredictability in the forecast. It is our intention to have the meeting unless driving conditions become tricky. But in the event of a cancellation, we are rescheduling to Monday, Feb. 25th, 10:00 a.m., and this will be confirmed in the telephone message.
PS Executive Committee: We will try to phone you on your cell phone earlier on Friday to advise if the Executive Committee meeting is still on or is postponed.
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Women's Council of Realtors
Posted January 29, 2008
This month's event will be Feb 11th at 11:30am at the Holiday Inn in Mt. Kisco. Click Here For Details
Anyone who would like may bring some of their listing's info, there will be a listing table to display them. |
In Memoriam
Posted January 24, 2008
We regret to report the passing of Diane Meyer, wife of William Meyer.
Calling Hours will be January 25th, 11am - 1pm at Cargain Funeral.
(845)225-2672, 10 Fowler Ave., Carmel NY
In lue of flowers, please send donations to
Salvation Army
745 South 3rd Ave
Mt. Vernon, NY, 10550
Attention Major Richard Kuhl |
Correction! The funeral mass will be Friday, January 25th
In Memoriam
Posted January 22, 2008
It is with deep sadness that WPMLS reports the passing of Marie Brehm, principal broker of Century 21 Village and Country in Croton-on-Hudson, New York. Marie was a member of WCBR since 1974 and she served on the WCBR Board of Directors on numerous occasions.
A wake will be held from 2PM to 4PM and 7PM to 9PM on Thursday, January 24th, at the Edward F. Carter Funeral Home located at 41 Grand Street in Croton-on-Hudson. A funeral mass will be conducted on Friday, January 25th, at 10 AM at the Holy Name of Mary Church in Croton-on-Hudson followed by her burial at the Bethel Cemetery.
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PWCR Presents
Posted January 11, 2008
The Putnam Council of REALTORS® presents SHORT ON SALES? THAT DOESN’T EQUAL SHORT
SALES/FORECLOSURES!
Click here for details. |
| Century 21 Wolff - Yonkers is experiencing Phone Issues - please contact the office by dialing for the next few days two alternate numbers: 793-5287 or 793-5716 through 1/24/08. |
Dues Discount Deadline
Only hours left to recieve the online payment discount for your WCBR annual dues! Click here to pay. |
To All WPMLS Participants who list properties in the Bronx
Posted January 3, 2008
SPECIAL MEETING ON WPMLS RULES WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2008 @ 10AM
As you are aware from previous communications, WPMLS recently converted Area 11 to Bronx-only listings. WPMLS also passed a rules change that requires all WPMLS Participants to submit all listings located in the Bronx which are subject to either an exclusive right to sell or exclusive agency agreement. WPMLS has scheduled an important briefing and Q&A session at WPMLS headquarters in White Plains on Wednesday, January 9th, at 10 a.m., just for Bronx listers (owners -managers -administrators) to familiarize you with WPMLS rules, resources and services. This will be a very important session and WPMLS strongly suggests that you make every effort to attend this session.
Please e-mail your attendance plans to either richard.haggerty@wcbr.net or valerie.mandra@wcbr.net, including the names and number of individuals who will be attending the session from your office.
Please park across the street from the WPMLS/WCBR offices in the Pavilion Shopping Center. |
In Memoriam
Posted January 3, 2008
Rebecca Gerhardt Martin passed away unexpectedly January 2, 2008.
She was an agent at River Towns GMAC REALTY®
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Friends may call at Edward F. Carter Funeral Home, 170 Kings Ferry Road, Montrose, NY 10548 on Saturday, January 5th
from 2-4 & 7-9.
There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, January 7th at 10AM at Good Shepherd Chapel, Benedict Blvd. Croton-on-Hudson. Donations in Rebecca's name may be made to Friends of the Reach School, c/o Robin Letarte, 8 Bunker Hill Terrace, Scarborough, ME 04074 or to American Cancer Society, 2 Lyon Place, White Plains, NY 10601. |
Check your Million Dollar Report for 2007 SALES AWARDS
Posted November 16, 2007
If you wish to be included in the 2007 Sales Awards – Make sure that your Million Dollar Report is accurate for all of your sales. If there is a co-listing Agent or co-selling Agent – YOU will only receive ½ of the total selling price of the property as the credit. Also – the Primary Listing or selling Agent is the only one who will receive the Transaction Credit.
To check your Million Dollar Report: Go onto Rapattoni MLS; at the top – choose ADMIN; Go down to AGENT REPORTS; Choose Million Dollar Report and enter in the start date of 01/01/2007 through 12/31/2007 to view what is on there. IF you notice a discrepancy, please contact the LISTING OFFICE and the LISTING OFFICE can contact the MLS for a correction if needed. ALL 2007 SALES must be inputted prior to January 4th to be eligible for the 2007 Awards or they will not be counted.
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In Memoriam
Posted January 2, 2008
We have been informed that long time real estate licensee Marguerite Squires, Principal of Marguerite Squires Real Estate, Valhalla, NY passed away on December 27, 2007. Contributions in her memory can be made to Guiding Eyes for the Blind,611 Granite Springs Road,Yorktown Heights, NY 10598; or Westchester Philharmonic, 123 Main Street,White Plains, NY 10601.
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LAST CHANCE FOR BARGAIN LOCKBOX
CARD READERS AT $24.60 INCLUSIVE OF TAX AND SHIPPING.
Posted December 28, 2007
This sale will end promptly as the last second of December
31st ticks away – no extensions, exceptions, excuses.
Begging will not work! J To order your card reader,
pay on-line
or send a fax
order before 2008!
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Report Your Sales!!
Posted December 26, 2007
Reminder to all members: Please use this week to report
all your title-passed listings for 2007. We (you!) need
them for accurate year-end statistics and comps as well
as for your qualification for the sales awards celebration
that is coming up on February 28th. Be sure to properly
recognize the cooperating office and agent, if any. |
2008 Classes
Posted December 14, 2007
The course offerings will be posted by EOB on WCBR.net Monday December 17, 2007. Click here for the brochure. |
PCAR Holiday Party Rescheduled
Posted December 16, 2007
The PCAR Holiday Party has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 19. |
Foxtons Closing:
Posted November 2, 2007
Many of you are aware that Foxtons, Inc. announced several weeks ago that the company was closing its North American business operations. Foxtons subsequently filed for bankruptcy and the bankruptcy court this week consented to the transfer Foxtons’ New York assets to Fillmore Real Estate, a large real estate brokerage with 20 offices in the New York City metropolitan area. The presiding judge in the bankruptcy proceeding ruled that all Foxtons’ listings were transferable assts and the agreements would remain in full force with Fillmore Real Estate. Participants are cautioned to show great care if approached by property owners currently listed with Foxtons. If a property owner unilaterally terminates the Agent's authority prior to the expiration of its term, the Agent retains its contract rights, including but not limited to recovery of its commission, advertising expenses and/or any other damages) incurred by reason of an early termination of this agreement. The contact phone number for Fillmore Real Estate is 718-368-3200. |
HUGE DISCOUNT ON HOME CARD
READERS!
ONLY $20 PLUS $4.60 TAX AND SHIPPING
DECEMBER ONLY. LIMIT OF ONE PER MEMBER.
Posted November 27, 2007
Tired of going to the office to update your SentriCard?
Not knowing for sure if it’s updated or not? Looking foolish
to your buyer while you stand there and call the listing
office or SentriLock for temporary access? Getting a reputation
as a ‘problem agent’ who inconveniences everyone else?
Here’s relief: Get a card reader really cheap from WPMLS.
Update it at your home computer before you leave the house.
And we do mean cheap! - $24.60 all inclusive of tax and
shipping compared to our regular price of $65.00. For
$10 more ($34.60) you can get the sturdier model that
offices use. Either way this is a huge savings. WPMLS
is willing to take a loss on this item because the Board
of Directors feels it benefits the whole MLS if agents
do not hold up the works with expired cards.
The sale starts on December 1st (please wait till then
to order) and ends December 31st. WPMLS will start delivery
in mid-December after assessing the quantity we need to
buy from SentriLock. Pay on-line [click
here] or send a fax order
[click here for order form]. Whatever you do, don’t
let this big money- and time-saving opportunity slip by.
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Come celebrate 75 Years with PCAR on December 13th!
Posted November 12, 2007
The Putnam County Association of Realtors® Annual Holiday Party and Installation of Officers will again be held at Villa Barone Hilltop Manor, 466 Route 6 in Mahopac.
The Putnam Chapter of the Women’s Council of Realtors® will be joining us to install their 2008 officers.
The party will be December 13th with Dinner being served promptly at 6:30 pm. There will be a top-notch DJ, Dancing, and a cash bar.
Tickets required…$65.00 per person until November 21st; $85.00 afterward. No reservations will be accepted after December 6th.
Call now: 845-279-7070, or eMail PCAR1@Verizon.net.
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Clarification of the New 2008 Agency Disclosure Form
Posted November 12, 2007
JOIN US FOR THIS FREE WEB SEMINAR.
Clarification of the New 2008 Agency Disclosure Form.
On January 1, 2008, the new agency disclosure form will be required to be used by real estate licensees in New York. This webinar will focus on the changes to the new form.
In order to accomodate all members who would like to attend, we've scheduled three seminar dates.
Click here for details.
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Attention: All Realtors Doing Business In Yonkers
Posted October 29, 2007
Save the Date – Thursday, November 29th, 8:45 a.m. – to meet with Yonkers Schools Superintendent Bernard Pierorazio at the Yonkers Middle High School, 150 Rockland Ave. The subject matter is positive facts about the Yonkers school system. The Mayor, the Superintendent, and WCBR all want Realtors to be proud of the Yonkers system and to promote it to your buyers. Great opportunity for candid discussions with the leadership. Breakfast refreshments will be served. A registration form will be posted in a week or two – but in the meantime, please INK this date into your appointments book. |
Attention Owners & Managers:
Posted October 31, 2007
If you are receiving State Labor Law communications regarding the timely payment of salespersons commissions, please click here for a NYSAR advisory on that subject. |
In Memoriam
Posted November 5, 2007
We regret to report the passing of Realtor Paul Koff this weekend. Paul was affliated with Prudential Richard Albert, in Croton. With his wife, Bonnie (also of that firm), Paul was very active in the Hearts for the Homeless fundraisers. Services will be held tomorrow, November 6th, 12 Noon, at the Zion Memorial Chapter, 785 East Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, (381-1809). Contributions in lieu of flowers may be sent to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 E. 33rd St., New York NY 10016 (www.kidneygny.org). There will be more information in the obituaries in tomorrow’s New York Times. |
In Memoriam
Posted October 29, 2007
Ferdinand (Fred) Gottlieb, husband of Bernice Gottlieb, Broker-owner of Hudson Shores Realtors®, died on October 27th. Funeral was on October 29th at Westchester Hills Cemetery. |
Fast Fred & Patti:
Posted October 31, 2007
Don’t forget to bring your admission tickets to the Fast Fred and Patti seminar at the Annual Meeting, SUNY Purchase Nov.1, 1:30pm sharp. If you registered late (yes, there is still room) or lost your ticket, you can down load one, fill it out and bring it with you (click here for ticket) |
Faxing Listing Agreements
Posted July 26, 2007
WPMLS Rules require that you fax in your listing agreements
within 24 hours of entering the listing into the system.
Failure to do so will result in an automatic $15 fine
per occurrence.
Please remember that listing agreements should NOT be
faxed to the WPMLS main fax numbers. For detailed instructions
on how to fax in your listing agreements, CLICK
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Training, Training Training and 12 hours CE too.
Posted October 24, 2007
The Basics of Profitability 10/25 & 10/26.
Are you earning all you could, are you earning all you should? Are you up on listing and sales practices, what about marketing, technology and financing. This is NOT a course in survival in this market but how to THRIVE in this market. Find out how you can tap your true potential.
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Attention everyone who
handles co-op sales:
Posted October 12, 2007
WCBR & NYSAR continue to work on obtaining legislation
that will help reduce discrimination in co-ops by requiring
the managing boards to give written reasons for refusing
a sale. It will help us to have information on how much
discrimination you think is occurring in our area. Please
take five minutes to complete the online NYSAR survey
at this link: http://vovici.com/wsb.dll/s/4908g2d30a.
You can fill it out anonymously. Thanks very much. |
WPMLS Areas Changes:
Posted September 26, 2007
Click here for important information concerning future changes to the WPMLS Areas. Area 11 will be solely for properties located in the Bronx and two new Areas, 12 and 13, will be created. These changes are in the planning stage and are not yet in effect. WPMLS will provide Participants with advance notice prior to the planned changes to the Areas.
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All WPMLS Subscribers:
Posted October 2, 2007
Westchester County Flood Maps are now available on line at www.msc.fema.gov. WPMLS has provided a link to that site under the Rapattoni MLS Links button as well. The maps are basically aerial photographs with annotated overlays; problem areas are shown in blue-green overlay. It’s easy to search by property address, but once the map displays the area it’s not really intuitive how to change scale or move around. Patiently try all the controls, or get help from a tech guru! Viewing the maps is free; there’s a charge if you want a hard copy.
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SRES course at PCAR:
Posted September 20, 2007
The SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist Designation) course is being offered at PCAR.
Dates:
Tuesday and Wednesday
September 25-26, 2007
Time: 9:00am - 4:30 pm
Location:
Putnam County Association of REALTORS®
155 East Main St, Ste.302 Brewster, NY 10509
Cost: $425 Members
$450 Non-Members
SAVE $25 by registering at least 10 days in advance.
To register visit www.nysar.com Member´s Education Section
Call:800-239-4432
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Century 21 Try Us Realty closed
Posted September 21, 2007
Century 21 Try Us Realty, Inc. will be closed Saturday, September 22nd and Sunday, September 23rd for renovations. They can be reached for appointments at 914-316-8464. |
MLS Back Up
Posted September 18, 2007
Rapattoni Corp. has restored MLS service. WPMLS system is now back up. |
MLS Down
Posted September 18, 2007
The WPMLS system is currently down because of a power disruption that Rapattoni Corporation suffered earlier this afternoon. Rapattoni currently has power restored and is working as quickly as possible to restore MLS service. |
Rapattoni Experinecing Server Issues
Posted September 19, 2007
The Rapattoni WPMLS system is currently having user access problems. Rapattoni Corp. utilizes 4 mega capacity DSL lines to provide access to their servers, and unfortunately 3 of the 4 lines are currently down. This problem is totally unrelated to the power issue that Rapattoni experienced yesterday, and they are working with their DSL vendor to attempt to get all DSL lines in operation as soon as possible. Access to WPMLS is still possible, but you may receive an intermittent error message if you hit one of the down lines. |
Attention Mamaroneck Village Realtors:
Posted August 30, 2007
The Village has enacted a local ordinance effective 7/1/07 that requires the current or new owner of a sold property to obtain a “Discharge Compliance Certificate before the property can be occupied by the new owner. Basically someone has to obtain a Certificate from the Village – good for 60 days – that a plumber has checked and has found no illegal discharges of waste water into the public domain. In the case of multi-family apartments, condos and co-ops, the building owner needs to obtain a Certificate every five years rather than upon transfer of ownership. Failure to have the Certificate means that occupancy by the new owner cannot take place, hence it behooves Realtors to know about this ordinance and to advise buyers and sellers of its existence. Click here for a copy of the ordinance. |
Education Focus Group
Posted August 16, 2007
Calling 15 special agents for a special focus group 10AM August 22. Must be licensed for over 3 years and have never taken a WCBR licensing or continuing education course. Please contact Eileen Taus (Eileen.Taus@wcbr.net) to register for this very important session. WE NEED and Want your opinion. |
Attention all Participants and WPMLS users:
Posted July 22, 2007
The Nominating Committee for WPMLS officers will soon be commencing its work. MLS Officers are elected by the Board of Directors but the recommendations are made by the Nominating Committee. If you are interested in being considered as an Officer, or if you would like to propose someone, please complete the application form and send it to WPMLS as soon as possible. The available positions are: President, V.P. Southern Westchester, V.P. Northern Westchester, V.P. Putnam, Secretary, and Treasurer. The Nominating Committee members are: Margot Bennett, Chairman, Barbara Bartfield, Leah Caro, Judith Chapin, Margaret Guadagno, Jack Henningsen, and Peggy Shea. The Committee expects to submit its recommendations by September 5. |
In Memoriam
Posted August 20, 2007
Mary Macneil Holton on of Pelham Realty passed away Friday August 17th. The wake will be at Pelham Funeral Home (Lincoln Ave) on Monday & Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9pm. The Funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Catherines Wednesday 10 am. Mary worked at Pelham Realty for over 20 years, her co-workers are deeply saddened, she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. |
In Memoriam
Posted July 30, 2007
We regret to report that former Realtor Dorothy E. Young, Stepping Stone Realty, Mohegan Lake, died on July 9 at age 85. She had retired from real estate in 2002. There will be a Funeral Mass on Friday, August 3, 11:00 a.m., at St. Columbanus Church, 122 Oregon Road, Cortlandt Manor, followed by a memorial service at The Seabury at FieldHome. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the church. For more information contact the Clinton Funeral Home in Peekskill.
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Power Outage
Posted July 31, 2007
Keller Williams NY Realty is without power. Their alternate phone number is 914-761-7878. Their alternate fax number is 914-683-6165.
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Attention all Participants & affiliated MLS subscribers:
Posted July 31, 2007
Please watch for an important survey from the New York State Association of Realtors and their consultant, Kevin McQueen, in your email. WPMLS encourages you to participate. The survey is about the future of MLS in New York including issues of regionalization, data sharing between MLSs and related matters. Your individual responses will not be shared with others including WPMLS itself. The aggregated results will be reported at the NYSAR business conference in September. We seek maximum survey participation by WPMLS users because the information will help us serve you better and your views will help shape the recommendations of the NYSAR study group. If you have questions about the survey, please forward them to NYSAR@kevinmcqueen.com. Thank you very much.
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The Realtors' Run: A Night At The Races
Posted June 14, 2007
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July 27 “Realtors' Derby”, 3-hrs open bar and hors d’oeuvres, free NYS Scratch-off ticket, prizes, the brand new Las Vegas quality casino – a night of fun at Yonkers Raceway all for the Realtors Political Action Committee that protects our industry. Sign up now – seats in the covered viewing stand will go fast! Click here for details. |
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In Memoriam
Posted July 12, 2007
Realtor Kim Oh, Houlihan Lawrence - Armonk, passed away July 12. There will be a wake on Friday, July 13, 7:00 pm at the Edwin Bennett Funeral Home, 824 Scarsdale Avenue, Scarsdale. The funeral service will take place on Saturday, July 14, 10:00 a.m., also at the funeral home. Please visit the home's website, www.EBennettFuneralHome.com, 914-725-1137 for more information.
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REMINDER
Posted July 9, 2007
WPMLS requires that the total gross tax amount, without STAR or other deductions or exemptions, must be entered into the estimated tax field of a listing. You may indicate discounts in the remarks section of a listing. This requirement is a policy that was adopted by the WPMLS Board of Directors early in 2007. This policy also applies to cooperative listings—these listings should reflect the gross taxes as part of the maintenance fee and NOT indicate that the maintenance fee includes a STAR or other exemption. Violations of this policy are subject to $50 fines and possible referral to the WPMLS Rules Committee. |
Fall 2007 Catalog
Posted June 28, 2007
Click here for the fall 2007 course schedule.
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Zone Election Ballots
Posted July 5, 2007
Please click here for the Zone 2 Ballot.
Please click here for the Zone 3 Ballot.
Please click here for the Zone 5 Ballot.
Please click here for the Zone 8 Ballot.
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Rapattoni Training
WPMLS/WCBR Office, White Plains
Basic Training
July 12, 9:30am-12:30pm OPEN
Advanced Training*
July 17 , 6:30pm-9:00pm OPEN |
*The advanced class will cover Advanced Searches, CMA’s and Prospecting. |
Please note that RapattoniMLS Training
is NOT the same as New Member Orientation. Orientation
is a MANDATORY class. |
RapattoniMLS
Support Information
Tech
Support Phone: 1-888-809-2249
Support
Email: mls@rapattoni.com
Support
ID: 835 (use
this when contacting Rapattoni)
Support
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9am - 8pm; Sat: 10am
- 6pm
If you wish to contact WPMLS staff, you may send an email
to support@wcbr.net.
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