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Mid Valley Association of REALTORS®
The mission of the Mid Valley Association of REALTORS® is to uphold the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, protect, promote and advocate the interests of real property ownership and to educate and serve our members and our communities.
We firmly advocate for universal access to informative resources, empowering individuals to foster business growth and bolster their respective industries. Central to our mission is facilitating our members' continuous professional development, ensuring they remain up-to-date with licensing requirements and abreast of pertinent industry trends and events.
Read our weekly newsletter and visit our REALTOR® Resources tab above to keep informed on national and local topics.
NAR Settlement Updates & FAQs
Questions about the recent NAR settlement and what it means for you? Visit facts.realtor or click below to learn more about the settlement and have your questions answered.
Upcoming Events
SOUP WARS 2024
The Fight of the Century
📅 Date: Thursday, Sept 26th, 2024
🕛 Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm
📍 Location: Salem Scottish Rite 4090 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Get ready for a Rumble in the Jungle, a Thrilla in Manilla, the Bedlam in Salem, at the tastiest battle of the year! Presenting "Soup Wars" - where flavors collide and only the best emerge victorious! Step into the ring and experience the ultimate showdown of soups, chowders, and chilis, all served up with a punch of excitement.
With a whopping 30 different kinds of soups, chowders, and chilis on offer, prepare your taste buds for a knockout sensation! Ten skilled chefs in each category are gearing up to duke it out for the coveted title of "Unified Soup Champion."
But the power is in your hands! As a participant, you'll have the thrilling opportunity to cast your vote for your favorite soup in each category, and ultimately crown the one true champion of "Soup Wars."
Join us at "Soup Wars" and let your taste buds be the judge as we determine the undisputed champion of soups, chowders, and chilis. Grab your tickets now and get ready to savor the flavor!
SOUP WARS 2024
Chef Registration
📅 Date: Thursday, Sept 26th, 2024
🕛 Time: 4:30pm-7:30pm
📍 Location: Salem Scottish Rite 4090 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Do you have the spice of Julio Cesar Chavez's chili, the finesse of Floyd Mayweather's mulligatawny, or the power of Cassius Clay's clam chowder? Then it's time to step into the ring as a contender in the ultimate culinary showdown: Soup Wars!
Think you can go toe-to-toe with the greats and come out on top? This is your chance to face off against the best of the best and see if you have what it takes to deliver the knockout blow and exclaim "I am the GREATEST!" as this year's Soup Wars Champion.
Categories:
- Soup
- Chowder
- Chili
Competition Format:
- 3 categories
- 10 chefs per category
- 1 winner per category
- 1 Ultimate Soup Wars Champion
Register now and prepare for an event that will make the Thrilla in Manila look like a pillow fight. The Bedlam in Salem is coming, and it promises to be a culinary clash like no other!
Do you have what it takes to emerge victorious? Enter the ring and find out!
Staying Out of Hot Water with the MLS
Risk Advisory: September 2024
📅 Date: Thursday, Sept 26th
🕛 Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
📍 Location: Via Zoom
🎓 CE: 1 Hour
Description:
In this month's Risk Advisory, Britt Zijlstra, of WVMLS, will delve into critical topics such as Best Practices & Compliance, Tech Vigilance & Broker Safety, and strategies for Avoiding Fines. We'll explore essential guidelines to ensure your operations remain compliant, discuss the importance of staying vigilant in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, and offer practical advice on safeguarding your brokerage from potential risks and penalties.
Gain valuable knowledge on a variety of MLS topics that can impact your transactions
Gov. Affairs Meeting
Topic: A Conversation with Salem City Councilor Paul Tigan (Ward 1)
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 1
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
📍 Location: 670 Hawthorne Ave SE, Suite 120, Salem, OR 97301
🍽️ Lunch Provided by: First American Title Company
Description:
As REALTORS®, you are on the frontlines of Salem's housing and commercial real estate market. This is your chance to share your insights and stories with Salem City Councilor Paul Tigan. Discuss what's attracting people to Salem, the challenges they face in finding housing, and the factors that may be driving them away.
Whether it’s residential or commercial, your experiences help shape the future of our city. Join the conversation and help guide solutions to improve housing opportunities in our community!
Register today and join us to make your voice heard!
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NEW REALTOR® ONBOARDING
📅 Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
🕛 Time: 9:00am-10:00am
📍 Location: MVAR Classroom: 670 Hawthorne Ave SE, Ste 120, Salem, OR 97301
Description:
Are you embarking on a new journey as a REALTOR®?
Have you completed your onboarding for new REALTORS®?
If not, seize this opportunity now!
As a new REALTOR®, there are five essential steps to kickstart your active status:
- Complete the Code of Ethics course.
- Watch the NAR History of Fair Housing Video
- Take the Fairhaven Simulation
- Participate in our New Member Onboarding course.
- Take the REALTOR® Pledge at a General Membership Meeting.
Join us and take a significant stride toward becoming an active REALTOR®. Follow us as we delve into the intricacies of being a new REALTOR® and explore the plethora of resources available to you within the REALTOR® community.
We look forward to seeing you there!