To submit questions to the Board of Directors click? ASK THE BOARD
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Congratulations to Our Newly Installed Presidents
NOMAR Mary Vastola
CID Ian A. Cockburn
GSREIN Craig K. Mirambell Jr.
Northshore Rising Professionals Leadership Summit January 22
Do you want to increase your business? Grow your referrals? Expand your leadership skills?
If this is you, invest half a day to hear distinguished speakers who will teach you how to jump start your year! Michael Hecht, President and CEO of Greater New Orleans, Inc., Carl Herrick, owner of Sandler Training in Baton Rouge, Tereson Dupuy, inventor of FuzziBunz Diapers (Seen on "Shark Tank").
For more information and to register, click the following link:
http://business.sttammanychamber.org/Events/details/nrp-leadership-summit-1427
December 10th - Last chance to get 6 hours of C.E. and 1 GRI Credit right here in Metairie!
LR's General Buy by Pat Strong, 6 hours CE, 1 GRI credit and 1 REBAC elective credit toward the ABR designation. If you have any questions pleae contact
Deadline for Louisiana REALTORS® Committees Extended to January 20th
LR is now accepting applications for 2015 committees. If you wish to serve on a team please fill out the volunteer teams form located here. Forms are due to Ali (
UPCOMING EVENTS
January 26th - "New Year Business Planning" 9:00am-1:00pm
Hold this date. Registration will open shortly. (NO CE)
NOMAR'S CE SCHEDULE
Click http://www.nomar.org/images/PDF/ceschedule.pdf
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Condolences and Prayers are Offered For ...
Kim Nuccio of GARDNER REALTORS® whose mother Corp. Alice Friel Escude' WWII Vet, passed away on 11/20/14. Please keep Kim and her family in your prayers.
To submit questions to the Board of Directors click? ASK THE BOARD
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NOMAR and GSREIN Offices
Will be closed Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th for the Christmas Holidays. We wish you and your family Happy Holidays!
Congratulations to NOMAR Immediate Past President Claudette Reuther of GARDNER, REALTORS® who received the Business and Professional Women of St. Bernards's Louise S. Gorbaty Golden Circle Award. It is a top award given annually to recognize the member's contribution to the organization and the community.
Congratulations to WCR Recipients
Entrepreneur of the Year Evelyn Wolford
Member of the Year Colleen Johnson
Affiliate Member of the Year Kim Casey
Distinguished Service Award C.J. Munoz
Thank you MARPAC Major Donors
At our recent Installation of Officers and Directors, NOMAR recognized and thanked the following Major Donors for their generous support of MARPAC. This support is greatly appreciated and is extremely important to our protecting our industry. We apologize to Becky Ray Giroir for not announcing her name at the event. We thank you Becky for your continuous support.
We would also like to thank all MARPAC Contributors for your support and for recognizing the importance of MARPAC to our industry. I urge those who are not contributors of MARPAC to consider becoming a member. A $35 contribution makes you a member and all contributions are vital to protect our business.
Hall of Fame, Golden R and President's Circle
Marge Garvey
Marbury Little
Golden R and President's Circle
Josie DeGrusha
Golden R
Glenn Gardner
Evelyn Wolford
Crystal R
Sarah Cook
Nina Loup
Sterling R's
Regina Allemand
Pat Burgoyne
Beth Cristina
Bob Ebberman
Lesha Freeland
Becky Ray Giroir
Tom Giroir
Craig Mirambell
Lynda Nugent Smith
Claudette Reuther
Mark Rodi
Sylvia Roy
Frank Trapani
Mary Vastola
Phoebe Whealdon
Missy Whittington
REALTORS® Insurance Market Place
Personal assistance is available for NAR Members Monday - Friday 7am - 7pm CST 877-267-3752
REALTORS® Insurance Marketplace - Deadline December 15th
LA Citizens Insurance Tax Credit
REALTORS® remind your clients that they can receive a tax credit for any insurance premium notices that included LA Citizens Assessments. Click Here to find more information on the tax credit, including who is eligible and how to claim it.
Northshore Rising Professionals Leadership Summit January 22
Do you want to increase your business? Grow your referrals? Expand your leadership skills?
If this is you, invest half a day to hear distinguished speakers who will teach you how to jump start your year! Michael Hecht, President and CEO of Greater New Orleans, Inc., Carl Herrick, owner of Sandler Training in Baton Rouge, Tereson Dupuy, inventor of FuzziBunz Diapers (Seen on "Shark Tank").
For more information and to register, click the following link:
http://business.sttammanychamber.org/Events/details/nrp-leadership-summit-1427
CALLING ON ALL REALTORS® and AFFILIATES ... NOMAR NEEDS YOU!
Your incoming 2015 President, Mary Vastola, is seeking volunteers to participate in moving NOMAR forward in 2015. It is your Association so become involved and help us drive the future of NOMAR. We need you so please sign up today.
Committee Sign Up Form
Committee Descriptions
Deadline for Louisiana REALTORS® Committees Extended to January 20th
LR is now accepting applications for 2015 committees. If you wish to serve on a team please fill out the volunteer teams form located here. Forms are due to Ali (
BOARD STORE SPECIAL ... The Snap Cable Android Charger
The days of tangled USB cables have come to an end, all thanks to this ultimate piece of tech. It is essentially a keychain or pocket charger that will charge an Android phone with a micro USB port. This slim charger is designed to connect to your keychain or slide into one of your wallet's credit card slots, making it easy to keep your Android device charged at all times.
The Snap Cable is capable of transferring music, photos and videos back and forth between your device and computer. Utilizing USB 2.0 technology, you can transfer with full speed up to 480 Mbps. Compatible with any USB wall charger, MAC or PC the Toccs Snap Cable will soon become an indispensable mobile accessory to satisfy all of your power and syncing needs.
Special only $15.99 + tax
UPCOMING EVENTS
January 26th - "New Year Business Planning" 9:00am-1:00pm
Hold this date. Registration will open shortly. (NO CE)
NOMAR'S CE SCHEDULE
Click http://www.nomar.org/images/PDF/ceschedule.pdf
To submit questions to the Board of Directors click? ASK THE BOARD
(If unable to click on link, point your mouse to the link and press control then clink)
NOMAR & GSREIN Holiday for Metaire and Mandeville Offices
Christmas Week we will be closed Wednesday through Friday, December 24 -24.
New Years Week we will be closed Wednesday through Friday, December 31 - January 2.
We wish you and your family Happy Holidays!
NOMAR and Saints Merger Approved by NAR
We are pleased to announce that NAR has approved the merger of the New Orleans Metropolitian Association of REALTORS® and the Saints Board of REALTORS®. We welcome our neighbor into our Association. Our staff is looking forward to assisting our new members in becoming acclimated to our Association. We invite your to call upon us with any questions and let us know if there is anything we can do for you. We wish all of our members a wonderful holiday season. Merry Christmas and many good wishes to you and your family for a healty, happy and prosperous New Year.
CALLING ON ALL REALTORS® and AFFILIATES ... NOMAR NEEDS YOU!
Your incoming 2015 President, Mary Vastola, is seeking volunteers to participate in moving NOMAR forward in 2015. It is your Association so become involved and help us drive the future of NOMAR. We need you so please sign up today.
Committee Sign Up Form
Committee Descriptions
Matrix MLS System Now Available!
Matrix is the new blazing fast MLS system that works with virtually all computer operating systems, web browsers, movile devices and tablets. MLXchange, Fusion and Matrix will run parallel until the last week of February 2015. MLXchange and Fusion go away forever at the end of February. Don't wait until the last minute to learn all of the great features and functions Matrix has to offer.
Login to Matrix http://nom.MLSmatrix.com
Questions or Concerns? Please email
NOMAR Extends Congratulations to Brent Laliberte
Who recently was awarded "Title Person of the Year" from the Louisiana Land Title Association at their convention. Brent also received the National Title Professional (NTP) designation at the American Land Title Association convention in Seattle. There are currently only 38 people int he country that hold this distinction.
SUPRA Lockbox Keys and Your Smart Phone
Do you want to do away with your handheld lockbox key and use your smart phone instead? Did you receive a new phone over the Holidays and now need to transfer your lockbox key from the old phone to your new phone?
If you need help with your lockbox key over the holidays, please contact SUPRA 1-877-699-6787.
Holiday Hours: 7:00am to 7:00pm and they will be closed Christmas and New Years Day.
Thank you MARPAC Major Donors
At our recent Installation of Officers and Directors, NOMAR recognized and thanked the following Major Donors for their generous support of MARPAC. This support is greatly appreciated and is extremely important to our protecting our industry. We apologize to Becky Ray Giroir for not announcing her name at the event. We thank you Becky for your continuous support.
We would also like to thank all MARPAC Contributors for your support and for recognizing the importance of MARPAC to our industry. I urge those who are not contributors of MARPAC to consider becoming a member. A $35 contribution makes you a member and all contributions are vital to protect our business.
Hall of Fame, Golden R and President's Circle
Marge Garvey
Marbury Little
Golden R and President's Circle
Josie DeGrusha
Golden R
Glenn Gardner
Evelyn Wolford
Crystal R
Sarah Cook
Nina Loup
Sterling R's
Regina Allemand
Pat Burgoyne
Beth Cristina
Bob Ebberman
Lesha Freeland
Becky Ray Giroir
Tom Giroir
Craig Mirambell
Lynda Nugent Smith
Claudette Reuther
Mark Rodi
Sylvia Roy
Frank Trapani
Mary Vastola
Phoebe Whealdon
Missy Whittington
LA Citizens Insurance Tax Credit
REALTORS® remind your clients that they can receive a tax credit for any insurance premium notices that included LA Citizens Assessments. Click Here to find more information on the tax credit, including who is eligible and how to claim it.
BOARD STORE SPECIAL ... The Snap Cable Android Charger
The days of tangled USB cables have come to an end, all thanks to this ultimate piece of tech. It is essentially a keychain or pocket charger that will charge an Android phone with a micro USB port. This slim charger is designed to connect to your keychain or slide into one of your wallet's credit card slots, making it easy to keep your Android device charged at all times.
The Snap Cable is capable of transferring music, photos and videos back and forth between your device and computer. Utilizing USB 2.0 technology, you can transfer with full speed up to 480 Mbps. Compatible with any USB wall charger, MAC or PC the Toccs Snap Cable will soon become an indispensable mobile accessory to satisfy all of your power and syncing needs.
Special only $15.99 + tax
UPCOMING EVENTS
January 10th and 11th - Homebuying Course 2015 English
http://www.nomar.org/all-news-membership-menu/502-homebuying-course-2015-english.html
January 22nd - Northshore Rising Professionals Leadership Summit
Do you want to increase your business? Grow your referrals? Expand your leadship skills?
For more information and to register, click here.
http://business.sttammanychamber.org/Events/details/nrp-leadership-summit-1427
January 26th - "New Year Business Planning" 9:00am-1:00pm
Online Registration Lunch Sponsored by Title Stream. (No CE Credit)
NOMAR'S CE SCHEDULE
Click http://www.nomar.org/images/PDF/ceschedule.pdf
To submit questions to the Board of Directors click? ASK THE BOARD
(If unable to click on link, point your mouse to the link and press control then clink)
IMPORTANT NOTICE ... LREC Amends Mandatory Forms
The Louisiana Real Estate Commission has approved the revised Residential Agreement to Buy or Sell and the Residential Property Disclosure form. All licensees must begin using these new forms by February 1st. Contact Norman Morris (
Residential Agreement to Buy or Sell (as amended 02-01-15)
Amended Form
Amended form with highlighted changes and notes
Residential Property Disclosure Form (as amended 02-01-15)
Amended Form
Amended Form with highlighted changes and notes
For more on the forms and changes click here. To read the statement the commission issued click here.
Matrix MLS System Now Available!
Matrix is the new blazing fast MLS system that works with virtually all computer operating systems, web browsers, movile devices and tablets. MLXchange, Fusion and Matrix will run parallel until the last week of February 2015. MLXchange and Fusion go away forever at the end of February.
Login to Matrix http://nom.MLSmatrix.com
Questions or Concerns? Please email
ZipForms Coming January!
Zipforms will be replacing our current forms software, Formulator. In January it will be available at a discounted rate to NOMAR members. Zipforms works on a MAC, PC or mobile device. Check your email for release announcements!
Good News! The Call for Action was a success!
The package of tax extensions appoved by the U.S. House and Senate, and headed to the President's desk for signature, includes important provisions that will help distressed homeowners and commercial property investors with transactions made during 2014. NAR applauds Congressional leaders in both chambers for coming together to pass this legislation before adjournment. Thank you to all of you who responded to the call for action. Sign up for future call for action alerts at www.realtoractioncenter.com or by downloading the free NAR Action Center app. Read more about the tax extensions here.
UPCOMING EVENTS
January 22nd - Northshore Rising Professionals Leadership Summit
Do you want to increase your business? Grow your referrals? Expand your leadship skills?
For more information and to register, click here.
http://business.sttammanychamber.org/Events/details/nrp-leadership-summit-1427
January 26th - "New Year Business Planning" 9:00am-1:00pm
Online Registration Lunch Sponsored by Title Stream. (No CE Credit) Registration Form
NOMAR'S CE SCHEDULE
Updated weekly. Click http://www.nomar.org/images/PDF/ceschedule.pdf
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Condolences and Prayers are Offered For ...
Carey Lambert of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 4550100 whose mother Rosemary Aikman Ernst passed away Friday, January 2nd at the age of 88.
To submit questions to the Board of Directors click? ASK THE BOARD
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
NOMAR & GSREIN's Metairie and Mandeville offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We wish you all a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.
REALTOR® Appreciation Day is March 16th at the Hilton
Nationally renowned speaker Jared James will give 2 three hour classes (CE pending + 1 GRI) and there will be lunch and Diamonds & Champagne Raffle, Parade of Prizes, Silent Auction and lots of free give aways! Registration is not yet open, but mark your calendars. Sponsorships are available, just complete this form.
Eustis Mortgage Appoints New President and CEO
Alan Novotny has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Eustis Mortgage Corporation. Novotny has 32 years of experience in mortgage banking. Eustis Mortgage was founded in 1956 by the late Laurance Eustis and his brother in law, William D. Galbreath of Memphis. Robert Eustis, formerly CEO, will continue at Eustis Mortgage as Chairman.
LA Citizens Insurance Tax Credit
REALTORS®, remind your clients that they can receive a tax credit for any insurance premiums that included LA Citizens Assessments. Click here to find more information on the tax credit, including who is eligible and how to claim it.
IMPORTANT NOTICE ... LREC Amends Mandatory Forms
The Louisiana Real Estate Commission has approved the revised Residential Agreement to Buy or Sell and the Residential Property Disclosure form. All licensees must begin using these new forms by February 1st. Contact Norman Morris (
Residential Agreement to Buy or Sell (as amended 02-01-15)
Amended Form
Amended form with highlighted changes and notes
Residential Property Disclosure Form (as amended 02-01-15)
Amended Form
Amended Form with highlighted changes and notes
For more on the forms and changes click here. To read the statement the commission issued click here.
UPCOMING EVENTS
January 22nd - Northshore Rising Professionals Leadership Summit
Do you want to increase your business? Grow your referrals? Expand your leadship skills?
For more information and to register, click here.
http://business.sttammanychamber.org/Events/details/nrp-leadership-summit-1427
January 26th - "New Year Business Planning" 9:00am-1:00pm
Online Registration Lunch Sponsored by Title Stream. (No CE Credit) Registration Form
NOMAR'S CE SCHEDULE
Updated weekly. Click http://www.nomar.org/images/PDF/ceschedule.pdf
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tragedy Strikes One of Our Own New Orleans Colleagues.
On New Year's Day, Leslie Lange of Bayou Equity Mortgage lost her husband and son. Please keep the Lange family in your prayers and consider a donation. If you need further information, please call Angie Villanueva, WCR President, at (504) 655-1135. Donate Here
Condolences and Prayers are Offered For ...
Anna Leggio of RE/MAX Real Estate Partners, Lize Ashe of Demand Realty, and Aimee Ashe of Demand Realty whose mother (of Anna & Liz) and grandmother (of Aimee), Marietta Hay Davis Crane passed away on January 7, 2015.
Teresa O'Neil sales manager of GARDNER, REALTORS® Algiers office whose son Donovan O'Neil passed away.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Matrix MLS System Now Available! Login to Matrix http://nom.MLSmatrix.com Questions or Concerns? Please email
Matrix is the new blazing fast MLS system that works with virtually all computer operating systems, web browsers, movile devices and tablets. MLXchange, Fusion and Matrix will run parallel until the last week of February 2015. MLXchange and Fusion go away forever at the end of February!