Story Index - Aurora Association of REALTORS®

NAR Eye on the Hill
What buyers want
Highlights from NAR’s Profile of Buyers’ Home Feature Preferences
Times have changed for home sellers, and the housing market isn’t what it was. . Read more

2008 Colorado General Assembly
considers REALTOR® issues
The 2008 Colorado General Assembly convened this year on
Jan. 9 with no shortage of issues to keep legislators busy
during their annual four-month session. Read more

NAR Eye on the Hill
Spinning the wheels: Economist analyzes buyer hesitation
Though unlikely given abundant pent-up demand, we are faced with the possibility that the housing market could spur a vicious cycle. Read more

Around The City
Havana improvements underway
The Havana Business Improvement District (BID) is the first and only in Aurora. The BID includes 750 businesses and commercial properties. Read More

Become a Masters Club Award winner
Applications for the 2007 Masters Club must be submitted to the Association by Jan. 31, 2008 .Read more

Click here for the Masters Club Award application (word doc)

Application Documentation

Association ends 2007 by donating
resources to Ronald McDonald House
Each year at holiday time, members of the Aurora Association of REALTORS®
offer their time and resources to a deserving community cause. Read more

AAR members celebrated the season at Association’s
December Holiday Luncheon
With 2007 winding to its close, members of the Aurora Association of REALTORS® came together in December to enjoy the season. They wrapped up the holidays with a special salute to the Association’s veteran members. Read more

Two AAR members honored by Mile High
Women's Council of Realtors
Read more

2007

AAR thanks 2007 Political Survival Fund (PSF) contributors
As a leading force in public policy debates, the Colorado Association of REALTORS® Political Survival Fund (PSF) is the only investment dedicated to furthering the interests of real estate professionals in our state legislature and city halls. Read more

Dick Crook named WCR Member of the Year
Dick Crook, Metro Brokers Premier Marketing Services (center), receives congratulations from Caroline Nordyke, Look East Realty, and AAR President David DeElena, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, after being named Member of the Year of the State Chapter of the Women’s Council of REALTORS®. Read more

AAR announces 2007 CARHOF grants
The Aurora Association of REALTORS® is proud to provide significant financial assistance to five organizations that help needy families in the Aurora area.
Read more

Be rewarded for your listings
Metrolist Listing Maintenance Rewards program begins this month Metrolist introduces Listing Maintenance Rewards, a new program that rewards brokers for submitting their listings to the MLS. Read more

License and membership renewal requirements:
frequently asked questions
The clock is ticking fast if your real estate license expires
at the end of this year. Remember, it must be renewed by
Dec. 31, 2007. Read more

NAR News : Making A Correction
The word “correction” is a misnomer applied all too frequently in a misleading way. What homeowners and homebuyers are monitoring is principally where home prices have been and where they are headed. Read more

MLS Rules & Regulations violations lose $25 administration fee; new correction time period approved
In response to customer feedback, the Metrolist Board of Directors recently approved the removal of the $25 administration fee from all sanction schedules. Read more

Congratulations, New Directors and Officers!
Meet the new members of the Aurora Association of Realtors
Board of Directors and also our Newly-Inducted Officers.

Ed Hardey and Beau LaPoint named REALTOR® of the Year and Affiliate of the Year for 2007!
Congratulations to these two great AAR members.
Read more

Win a home and support affordable housing in Colorado
Enter to win 6 great prizes, including a new home!
Learn more - Click here to view the PDF
Click here to buy tickets: www.WinAColoradoHome.org

AAR’s 50th Inaugural Celebration
Association leaders take a look back, then set their sights on the coming year.
Read more

Nothing like a great day on the links
AAR golf tourney at Valley Country Club benefits CARHOF
Read more

AAR proudly announces the election of new NAR Directors
The Aurora Association of REALTORS® is represented by two National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Directors of the Board after elections in June. Read more

Lyn Johnson wins Good Neighbor Award
Broker/Owner Lyn Johnson, Homestead Properties, won the coveted Good Neighbor Award at the Sept. 6 Inaugural.
Read more

October CAR Convention celebrates Team Colorado REALTORS® As a REALTOR®, you probably enjoy the fact you work for yourself. But as a successful business person, you also realize you can’t do everything by yourself. Sometimes you need to be part of a team that could include a title company, inspectors, appraisers, computer gurus, printing assistance, referrals, etc. Read more

AAR’s PSF Ambassadors take AAR a step closer to PSF goal with July phone drive
Every year, REALTOR® Associations across the country pledge to donate to the Political Survival Fund (PSF). Read more

Lunch and Learn seminars offer great info at the best price of all But don’t worry – all this burning knowledge (along with lunch!) is available in AAR’s air conditioned conference center at a very cool price – free. Read more

Don’t be a hermit! Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres as you mingle with other professional members of AAR. The atmosphere will be nothing but fun...but don’t be surprised if you meet that colleague who can help you get your tough deal done.

Master Club Award Recipients
Aurora Association of REALTORS® honors top achievers
with coveted Masters Club Award.

See all 5 Winners!

The Aurora Police Department is proud to announce that the City of Aurora’s current crime statistics indicate a significant drop in crime between the calendar years of 2005 and 2006. Read more

AAR members in the news
Aurora Association of REALTORS® members are making news and earning honors and awards through their dedication to organizations in the industry. Read more

NAR Eye on the Hill
NAR leaders set 2007 federal policy agenda
Earlier this year, the NAR research staff polled more than 13,000 REALTOR® members, association executives and industry leaders to determine which federal policy issues were considered to be of paramount importance in 2007. Read more

Safeguard your identity to avoid identity theft
People whose identities have been stolen can spend years cleaning up the mess thieves have made of their good name and credit record. The following tips can help you lower your risk of becoming a victim. Read more

The Do-Not-Call Law Means You
Recent laws control how you may call, e-mail, and fax. Telemarketing has the "Do-Not-Call Implementation Act of 2004," e-mail has "CAN SPAM," and the new fax law is S.714. We've gathered what you need to know in one PowerPoint presentation. Watch it now! View it online | Download the PowerPoint file

New Foreclosure Rules – The Investor Purchase
As many of you know, there is now a new Foreclosure Protection Act in place and has several interesting facets that are already in effect regarding property that is in foreclosure. Read more

Government Affairs Committee Forum
September 7 featuring Representative Ed Perlmutter All AAR members are invited. Please R.S.V.P. to Hilda at (303) 369-5549 or e-mail Hilda@aaor.org.

Electronic lockbox evaluation delayed
An evaluation period for electronic lockboxes by Associations and brokerages in the metro area is being delayed until the first quarter of 2008.
Read more

Invest in your success in 2007 with GRI series at AAR
Improving yourself is easy to do with the Graduate, REALTOR® Institute series of classes. The GRI program offers real-world solutions for closing deals, getting new clients, gaining quality referrals, and providing great service to clients. Read more

Get listings from IRES and PPAR with new PrimeAccessSM feature With the newest PrimeAccessSM feature, REALTORS® can now get listings from IRES (northern Colorado), PPAR (Colorado Springs) and Metrolist effortlessly. IRES and PPAR listings are fully integrated into PrimeAccessSM, eliminating the need to use any special MLS search features or options. Read more

Family Appreciation Day
From a distance, you could hear the sounds of children laughing as they ran across the expanse of grass at Aurora’s Bicentennial Park. Drawing near, you could pick up snippets of hearty conversation and see claps on the back as friends greeted each other and introduced their family members one by one.
Read More

AAR offers August class featuring affiliated business agreements Affiliated Business Agreements: How to Comply with the New Laws and Rules
Read more

Sign up now for AAR’s Annual Golf Tournament at Valley Country Club A portion of each golfer’s registration fee goes to support CARHOF
Register today or become a sponsor.
Call (303) 369-5549
Read more

How to help your Association with Calls to Action
By Nick Bokone Government Affairs Director for the Greater Metro Denver REALTOR® Associations
Read more

Political Survival Fund -Your best investment in real estate.
Investment is more than a word...it guides our economy and provides for the continued success of the real estate industry – your industry. Click to read more and for PSF Kick-Off info!

AAR’s May Bowling Tournament - the Wild, Wild West at its best
The Association’s cowboys and cowgirls had a stompin’ good time at the western-themed Bowling Tournament held in May. . Read more

Annual Political Survival Fund (PSF) Kick-Off!
June 1, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Featuring a presentation by Shared Government Affairs Director Nick Bokone “PSF and You”

Join friends and colleagues at the Association’s annual kick-off event to raise money for the Political Survival Fund (PSF), and show you believe in protecting the future of the real estate industry. Read more

Foreclosure Intervention Specialist
Are you ready to intervene? Set yourself apart from brokers who have taken advantage of the American Dream turned nightmare. Read more

AAR’s Bowling Tournament scheduled for May 4
Saddle up, Cowboys and Cowgirls! We got us a Western-themed Tournament!
Read more

AAR’s Annual Texas Hold’Em Tourney
Players filled tables for tournament; others brought their best for Chili, Bar-B-Que Cook Off
Read more

Market Overview: Advice for clients dealing with troubling subprime lending practices
By David Lereah, NAR Senior Vice President and Chief Economist Read more

Lunch and Learn Returns!
Learn Prime Access... Enjoy a light lunch...and earn two C.E. credits! Mon., June 4, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Read more

AAR offers top REFERRALS CLASS in May
Get those referrals. Keep your clients coming back.
Repeat business is critical to success in today’s market.
Read more

AAR needs motivated, committed leaders for 2007.
Nominate yourself or someone else for director positions.
Read more or download the nomination form.

NAR public policy advocacy: Priorities for the new year
At the beginning of each year, the leadership and the most politically active members of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) examine a variety of legislative and regulatory issues impacting the real estate business. Read More

Home Buyer & Seller Survey Shows Rising Use of Internet, Reliance on Agents! Technology is transforming how Americans buy and sell homes. Use of the Internet to search for a home has risen dramatically! Read the Study by NAR

Tips for using email safely
To protect your computer and your network from viruses, follow these tips! Read more

2006

Stanton team receives President's Distinguished Service Award
John and Felicia Stanton received the highest award an outgoing Aurora Association of REALTORS® president can bestow. Read more

AAR celebrates upcoming 50th year with a fabulous Fifties Sock Hop Inaugural!
AAR President Kim Enomoto closed out her year by honoring committee volunteers, leadership, staff and other contributors, 50's style. Read more

Congratulations, New Directors!
Meet the six newest members of the Aurora Association of Realtors Board of Directors!
Read more

Register now for November NAR Conference
in New Orleans!
NARdi Gras will be a celebration of REALTORS® coming together to REnew, REconnect, and REenergize. NARdi Gras at the biggest and most memorable REALTORS® Conference & Expo ever! Read More

Association makes recommendations on candidates, issues for Nov. 7 elections
Learn more about Amendment 38, the Petition Rights Amendment and read the AAR Government Affairs leaders statewide ballot issue recommendations.Read more

You CAN Afford the CAR Convention
The Colorado Associaiton of REALTORS® (CAR) Convention is sooner than you think – and it’s not too early to plan on attending the Colorado Springs event Oct. 15–17. Online registration is already open, and affordable options aboud..Read more

Strike! AAR’s May Bowling Tourney a knock-out success!
For 26 straight years, the Aurora Association of REALTORS Bowling Tournament has drawn a fun-loving, sell-out crowd.
Read more and check out all the pictures

Time to sign up for AAR’s Annual Golf Tournament!
They say even a bad day of golf is better than a great day of work. Why not combine the two? The AAR Golf Tournament is the perfect place to do a little networking while you live it up on the links…on a work day! Read More

Woot! The PSF Dinner was a blast!
June 2 - AAR's Political Survival Fund (PSF) Gala and Auction was celebrated Mardi Gras style! Good food and a great cause.
Check out all the fun pictures

Two new RESPA courses this August!
RESPA 101 (August 3rd, 10am-Noon)
Advanced RESPA (August 3rd, 1pm-3pm)
Learn more and sign-up!

Texas Hold 'Em! Chili Cook Off! Door Prizes!

And it's all only 10 bucks a person!

Thursday, July 20th at AAR. Don't miss the fun!

Join colleagues on the links for two great golf tourneys! Once again Real estate professionals can help by playing in the MDRF’s annual golf classic June 22. Then in August, the Association’s Tournament is always the perfect place to meet peers and colleagues for a day of good golf and great company.

MDRF Tourney Thurs June 22

The REALTOR® Public Awareness Campaign continues in Colorado. www.colorealtor.org

Political Survival Fund (PSF) Gala and Auctions!
The Aurora Association of REALTORS® invites members, friends and guests to a Gala and Auction full of Mardi Gras flair.
Read More >

The Colorado Association of REALTORS® 2006 Summer Conference
is June 5 and 6. Quality education sessions with great instructors, play golf, do community service work, and network with peers, all at the beauriful Stanley Hotel.
Go Now!

Be a Leader, Make A Difference, Get Involved in Your Association! We're looking for top candidates to fill openings for four AAR directors and one CAR director to serve three-year terms beginning Oct. 1, 2006.
Details | Nomination Form

AAR Offers Fingerprinting Services!
Fulfill CREC background check requirement with ease. Colorado Real Estate Commission requires that renewing agents have a fingerprint-based background check. Details and times here!

Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)
Make a New Year’s Resolution to advance your career. This could be the year that your professional education puts you at the top of your game. Find out here

Take free e-PRO intro at AAR to learn about top tech designation program! Today’s real estate consumers are connected. Attendees receive discount on certification course enrollment.
Read More >

June Keys to Home Ownership Festival finds new home in Civic Center Park! Festival moves to its most visible location yet as it takes over Denver’s Civic Center Park June 10. For more information and applications
Click Here!

Bettin, Boldon share business success strategies! Two exceptional women bring their classes to the Aurora Association of REALTORS in May and June. A unique perspective on facets of the industry that are critical to business Success.Interested?

Aurora After Hours Is Back! Attend Aurora After Hours for mixing and mingling with colleagues.Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres along with your networking at the Woods and Irons at Kennedy Golf Course, April 21 from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Sign up for AAR's 26th annual Bowling Tournament!
It's time to assemble your crack team of bowlers and show off your amazing bowling skills! This is serious fun, and dinner is included! Get all the details here.

The Managing Broker Institute
They say opportunity only knocks once…but that’s anything but true at AAR! Your second chance to attend the Association’s exclusive Managing Broker Institute is here . More info

Graduate Realtor Institute
AAR kicks off the “Season of Designations” with GRI Series. We host the entire GRI series beginning in February.
AAR’s 2006 GRI Series >

NAR’s Chief Economist Reviews 2005 Housing Market
It's a wrap! REALTORS® can look back on perhaps the greatest five years in the history of the real estate! Read About The Market!

Faxes, fines and REALTORS®
You’ve just listed a hot property and want to let the public know. A blast fax seems like a cost-effective way to go...until you start adding up the fines that the blast fax company won’t tell you about for sending the faxes!
Read More >

Metrolist Announces New MLS Square Footage Guidelines
Contemporary home styles have presented the need to update the reporting of square footage measurements. New MLS rules have been approved regarding square footage and will become effective Jan. 1, 2006. Read more > Also... NEW CREC Forms>

New to the Library
The Aurora Association of Realtors® library is a free membership benefit available to all members. See what the library has to offer!
Check out the latest additions Dec05 >

Master Club Award Recipients
Aurora Association of REALTORS® honors top achievers
with coveted Masters Club Award.

See all 6 Winners!

AAR Members Give Back To The Community In 2005
A season of giving, As they do every year, AAR members joined one other in a time to reflect on the past 365 days even as we look toward the future in 2006!
Looking for a Cause?

2005

Plan now to attend REALTOR® Rally 2006
The REALTOR® Rally may not be until March 8, 2006, but it’s worth putting on your calendar now – especially if AAR has already paid your way! Rally 2006! >

Tax Reform – Impact on Housing and Homeownership
Earlier this month, the President’s Advisory Tax Reform panel released its recommendations.
Read About the Tax Proposals>

NAR Action Center Alert!
Important to Realtors®: getting Congress to enact Small Business Health Plans. Please write your U.S. Senators!
Read more | NAR Action Center

NAR Relief for Hurricane Victims...
The outpouring of goodwill from REALTORS® across the county is, and continues to be inspirational. Like so many other groups and organizations NAR is helping! We’ve already made progress>

Renewing Your License For Next Year!
As easy as 1 - 2 - 3... The clock is ticking fast if your real estate license expires at the end of the year. The time is now to ensure that you don’t miss any crucial deadlines.
Read more >

CARHOF Update
A new master letter for collecting interest on escrow accounts for charitable purposes. Plus, the discontinuation of the Colorado Cares program.
Read more >

Don DiFiore and Desiree Banka named
REALTOR® of the Year and Affiliate of the Year for 2005!
Congratulations to these two great AAR members.
Read more >

Volunteers Needed!
Boost your business, Increase your knowledge, Share your talents, Make new friends. Serve on a committee or task force of the AAR!
More info | Sign Up Now

Colorado Real Estate Commission issues
new renewal requirements
Fingerprint-based criminal history record becomes mandatory to renew broker’s license. New Renewal Requirements >

49th Annual 2005 Inaugural
AAR President Mitch Myers closed out his year by honoring committee volunteers, leadership, staff and other contributors.The Distinguished Service Award is the highest honor an AAR President can give. See the Distinguished Service Awards! | Photos

2005 Political Heroes! AAR thanks top PSF Contributors
Their contributions help protect the free enterprise system and the right to own and transfer real property.
2005 Heroes >

Women’s Council of REALTORS® Honors AAR Members at December Inaugurals - The WCR Mile High Chapter celebrated its 25th year at a gala inaugural in December.Patty Clark was named REALTOR® Member of the Year. Read On!

Annual Holiday Luncheon Lights Up The Eyes of AAR Members - AAR’s Holiday Luncheon has a long tradition of assisting a charitable organization through member contributions See The Fun

New(er) to the Biz? Well, here’s how it is…
Agents in the business less than four years can get in on a power-packed series of classes at the Association starting in November. For course descriptions, see the New(er) to the Biz Education Schedule

New Fall Classes Added!
It's back to school time, and we've added a bunch of great classes to the fall schedule. Get your learnin' on!
Education Schedule >

Highlights from the October CAR Convention
Members of the Aurora Association of Realtors® were honored at Colorado Association of Realtors® (CAR) Convention for their dedication in many facets of the real estate industry. AAR members honored for service, leadership and achievement

Use "small talk" to your advantage and success!
Straight from the Early Show and Oprah, Deb Fine comes to AAR with her take on small talk - and the big role it can play in building a business.More >

November is NAR Designation Awareness Month
AAR invites members with educational designations to special keynote and free luncheon. More >

Job Opening!
The seven Metro-area REALTOR® Associations are accepting applications for a shared Governmental Affairs Director (GAD). The deadline for applications is October 28, 2005. For a job description and information about this position, click here!

Giving Back to the Community
AAR proudly announces the 2005 Colorado Association of REALTORS® Housing Opportunity Foundation (CARHOF) Grants that help needy families in the Aurora area.
See Grants

Vote Yes on C & D!
AAR has joined CAR in support of Referenda C and D. Your Directors voted to sign the Statement of Resolution in support of The Colorado Economic Recovery Act on August 24, 2005. Resolution | Information | Frequently Asked Questions

For even more information, visit www.VoteYesonc-d.com

Want to contribute to the cause? Visit www.coloradopsf.org and contribute your Political Survival Fund (PSF) fair share in the amount of $20.00

Catch the Rhythm at the 2005 CAR State Convention
Plan now to attend! Catch the "Rhythm of Real Estate" at the CAR 2005 State Convention Oct. 16-18 at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs.
More >

The Aurora Association of REALTORS®
48th Annual Inaugural Celebration
September 21st at Heritage Eagle Bend.
View PDF>

GRI Luncheon!
AAR has good turnout for CAR sponsored GRI/MRE luncheon held on August 12 honoring graduates of the GRI and MRE.
More info

Congratulations Newly-Elected Directors!
Four members were elected to the AAR Board of Directors, and two members were elected to the CAR Board of Directors.
Learn more about the new directors!

Voice Your Opinion at the State Level
CAR's Voter Voice program sends you alerts about bills in the legislature. Visit colorealtor.org, sign in with your member info, and click on Call to Action on the right to sign up.

Do's and Don'ts for Complying with RESPA
Recent articles in the press indicate that some of those involved in real estate settlements may not fully understand their obligations under the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA). Moreover, HUD has stepped up RESPA enforcement in the past 18 months. In response, NAR is launching an awareness campaign to help educate REALTORS® about RESPA requirements. View the RESPA Do’s and Don’ts for REALTORS® (PDF).

Bringing your office into Fair Housing compliance may be one of the most important things you do. Use our Fair Housing checklist to make sure you're covered. Also, take our quiz to see how much you know!
Story | Quiz

Make your voice heard in the halls of Congress
Check out the NAR Action Center. By signing up, you'll automatically be notified when issues needing your assistance are brewing in the Nation's Capitol. It's easy, important and free!

Real Estate Commission audit results: What will happen to the Recovery Fund, Errors and Omissions Insurance? For the first time in over 20 years, Colorado's State Auditor has performed an audit on the Division of Real Estate, within the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). More >

Pathways to Professionalism
NAR has developed a list of voluntary professional courtesies for use by REALTORS® on a voluntary basis. It's an easy read and it's worth a look.
View the list now

NAR Midyear Meetings highlighted by address from President Bush
AAR President-Elect Kim Enomoto attended. "Realtors play a crucial role in creating opportunities in America," said President Bush.
Read the whole story >

25 years of bowling!
That first tournament was in the 80s, so it was only fitting that this year’s event had an 80s theme. Chad Oschner, RE/MAX Alliance, showed up in full regalia as a 1980s prom king. More >

Nominate outstanding AAR members to be honored
at September Inaugural!
REALTOR® of the Year
Affiliate of the Year | Good Neighbor Award

News from the Governmental Affairs Committee
Political involvement is more than passing or killing legislation. It's about gaining the ear of legislators and working together on policy that can have significant effects on our lives. Contribution form | State legislative update (May) | Recent successes (April)

Support CARHOF and win a fabulous trip!
Support safe, affordable and decent housing across Colorado. Also, win a great vacation for two -- or just take the cash!
Only 2,000 tickets are available... Details | Flyer

REGISTER NOW: AAR Golf Tournament!
The popular event is July 11 at Aurora Hills Golf Course. The entry fee of only $75 per golfer includes greens fees, golf cart, driving range, dinner and a drink ticket. Register now | More info

Leadership Elections!
Eight members are vying for four positions on the AAR Board of Directors. Four people are seeking two positions on the CAR Board of Directors. Read the bios of the candidates and vote!

REMINDER: Return your ballot for AAR and CAR Directors.
Ballots were sent to member offices in May. These are due back to AAR no later than June 21c @ 5 p.m. Make your voice heard!

Seniors Real Estate Specialist course coming in June!
The senior market is one of the fastest-growing in real estate. Learn how to meet the needs of maturing Americans who are selling, buying, relocating or refinancing properties.
Story | Flyer

"Keys to Home Ownership" Festival 2005
Great advertising benefits in partnership with the Denver Post & Rocky Mountain News. Saturday, June 11, 2005 @ West High School.
More >

Expand your knowledge and boost your bottom line
Ever thought about adding the Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI) designation
to your resume? We host the entire GRI series, beginning in February.
More >

SIX WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
The winners of the prestigious Masters Club Awards for 2004 have just been announced! The award is designed to recognize outstanding professionalism.
See the winners!

How did PSF serve you in 2004?
In 2004, 11.23% of our members contributed $16,905 to ensure that laws
and regulations remain favorable for the real estate industry and for our clients.
More >

Metrolist Ghost Listing & Refresh Listing Q & A
A "Ghost Listing" helps you to market a property in more than one MLS Area. A "Refresh Listing" helps you gain new exposure for a listing. Available for $10 each.
Learn More >

Wanted: motivated, committed leaders for 2006
We're looking for top candidates to fill openings for four AAR directors and two CAR directors to serve three-year terms beginning Oct. 1, 2005.
Details | Nomination Form

SUBMIT A RECIPE TO THE AAR COOKBOOK!
As part of their annual fundraiser, the Affiliate Committee is creating an AAR cookbook. To make it easier for members to submit recipes, we have set up an account with the company doing the cookbook. Here's how to do it.

To input a recipe:

1. Go to: www.typensave.com

2. Click on Login.

3. Contributer Name: Type name as you want it listed with the recipe
Group Login: aarcookbook
Password: 02298 (this is the password that all contributors must use)

4. At the top of the page click on either Add Recipe or View All Recipes to see what has already been submitted.

Recipes must be submitted no later than May 13.
Members may submit up to five recipes. And to add to the fun,
on Aug. 12 the Affiliate Committee will host an AAR Cook-Off!
Read the whole story

More changes with government loans
Once again, the industry is seeing some major changes with FHA and VA government loans. Here's what you need to know.
By Ann Abraham, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage.

REALTOR® Rally sets new attendance records
Thousands of real estate agents and those in related industries found invaluable information at the 2005 Rally on March 2 at the Colorado Convention Center. Read the whole story >

Members make happier holiday for needy children
AAR members gave numerous toys and over $1,000 to support the Interchurch Toy Drive, which provides holiday toys and necessities to Aurora families in need of assistance.
More >

25th Annual Bowling Tourney on May 6
Get your teams ready, because this year is going to be the big one! Registration forms will be available Fri., March 18 -- but you must wait until April Fool's Day to turn them in! Info | Form

Enjoy the after hours with fellow AAR members
The Affiliate Committee announces Aurora After Hours, a networking gathering held quarterly for members. The first one is April 15 from 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 pm
at Woods & Irons at the Kennedy Golf Course. Don't miss it!

Beyond Brokerage: NAR Strategic Direction
NAR's new working strategic plan -- to find the next opportunity and avoid threats to the real estate industry.
By Ellen P. Roche, Vice President, NAR Research

Visit the revamped REALTOR® Store
Our new REALTOR® Store is open for business with a collection of both new items and old favorites, all on display in the Association's library. All at discounted member prices!
More >

Take CRS 202 to learn effective buyer sales strategies
May 16 and 17: Learn how to work with today's new buyer through counseling, salesmanship and negotiation, using effective strategies that give agents customers for life. More >

REALTOR RALLY® SPEAKERS & SCHEDULE
It's all on one page. Click here to get the schedule of speakers and events for the upcoming REALTOR® Rally at the Colorado Convention Center!

REALTOR® Rally: Learn about commercial Real Estate
For many residential real estate agents, commercial real estate remains a mystery. This session will help you enter the commercial arena. Featuring former Denver Bronco Mark Jackson and Colorado commercial gurus John Propp & Mark Van Ark.

2005 REALTOR® Rally is bigger and better than ever!
It will be the first-ever trade show in the Colorado Convention Center's NEW Majestic Ballroom. More than 225 exhibitors will jam the halls with the latest products and services. More >

Laugh and learn with Karel Murray on Valentine's Day
This Valentine's Day, internationally-known humorist Karel Murray offers courses with the Designated Realtor® in mind: Quality Management and Policy Info.
More >

Beginning Spanish for Real Estate Professionals
The Hispanic home-buying population is on the rise. Learn basic conversation, how to ask about finances, terminology about home buying.
Back by popular demand! More >

Annual Holiday Luncheon was a western affair
Decked out in their western duds, nearly 200 members celebrated the holiday season together in December.There was line dancing, a cowboy poet and more. Lots of pictures! More >

2004

AAR Thanks First PSF Liberty Club donor!
PSF is non-partisan, supporting Realtor® issues above all else. The Fund works best when everyone contributes!
First Liberty Club Doner | 2004 Doners | How to contribute?

AAR's Realtor® and Affiliate of 2004!
Realtor® of the Year: Eric Neel, RE/MAX Alliance.
Affiliate of the Year: Tom Gross, Guarantee Residential Lending.
More >

Required Courses - clearing up the confusion
Two courses are mandatory for Colorado REALTORS®:
one to maintain your license with CREC, and the other to keep your Association membership intact. More >

What's the deal with those 1.99 to 3.99 percent rates?
Those low interest rate loan programs are based on negative amortization. This can be a very good loan for some people, but it's important to understand how it works.
More >

Everything you ever wanted to know about designations
Statistics show that REALTORS® with professional designations make more money. For example, CRS Designees earn an average of $155,896, compared to $39,300.
More >

The report from the NAR 2004 convention
More than 25,000 people attended the National Association of REALTORS® convention in Orlando. Read news and highlights. Plus, Colorado REALTORS® honored!
More >

November is NAR Designation Awareness Month
Statistics show that REALTORS® with professional designations make more money. For example, CRS Designees earn an average of $155,896, compared to $39,300.
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Technology Report
A special report on new technology and how it affects the Real Estate industry.
By Joan Cox, Don DiFiore and Bruce Gardner.
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CAR Convention 2004
Longtime AAR member Bob Brown concluded a successful year as CAR President, handing over the leadership reins after presiding over the state convention in October.
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Heroes of the Political Survival Fund
To protect free enterprise and the right to own and transfer real property, many members contribute to the Political Survival Fund. These are our recent heroes.
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Aurora development continues to soar; state’s third-largest city home to major projects.

Distinguished Service Awards 2004

September 2004 Inaugural dinner (pictures!)

Banka honored with Good Neighbor Award

Affiliate Committee presents new company sign as special gift to Association

Colorado Association of REALTORS® Housing Opportunity Foundation (CARHOF) Grants

Safety Week Tips

Technology Report 2004 (pdf)

Highlights from Telluride CAR Summer Meetings

New AAR & CAR Board of Directors

Heroes of the Political Survival Fund

2004 Golf Tournament