Wednesday, November 12, 2008

REALTOR Convention & Expo in Orlando















Realty Executives stole the show again this year! The front of the Orange County Convention Center displayed two giant Realty Executives banners flanking the three REALTOR banners in the center. We also had larger than life-size column wraps at the entrance as well.

While Randy McKinney, our Regional Developer was busy in meetings serving as your NAR Region 5 Vice President, Drew Rambo, Director of Franchise Development for our region was working our International booth. We were literally everywhere again this year!

In addition to the fun everyone had, there were several important topics covered at the Convention including the Economic Stimulus Package, policy changes and the new REALTORS Federal Credit Union that will be entirely Internet based and will begin in mid-2009.

  • Another noteworthy topic is the new NAR green designation. This designation fully supports 'a green philosophy and excellence in green leadership.'
  • NAR also announced the launch of the new and improved Realtor.com. To get a tour of the new site and all of its benefits, visit TourtheNewRealtor.com.
  • NAR's FHA Toolkit ("an interactive publication providing valuable information on the use of FHA for financing mortgages") is available online at Realtor.org for members.

Stay informed on the many important issues facing our industry today. Take a look at the above links and continue to learn and improve the services we provide our consumers, customers and clients.