NAR Settlement Updates & FAQs
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Upcoming Events
AWARDS NOMINATIONS
This year, we will be presenting the following awards:
- REALTOR® of the Year
- REALTOR® Team of the Year
- REALTOR® Rising Star of the Year
- Affiliate of the Year
- Allen Jones Memorial Lifetime Achievement
- Bill Frey Memorial Commercial Transaction
- NW Council Member of the Year
- NW Council George Haight Award
To submit your nominations, please click the link below. You are not required to nominate someone for every category—just those who have truly made a difference.
Nominations Close:
Wednesday, October 30th at 12pm.
INSTALLATION & AWARDS BANQUET
Theme: Hometown Heroes
EARLY BIRD TICKETS END: WEDS, OCTOBER 23RD
Date: Weds, November 13th
Time: 5:00pm: Cocktail hour
6:00pm: Dinner
Location: Salem Convention Center
The Mid Valley Association of REALTORS® warmly invites you to our annual Installation & Awards Banquet on Wednesday, November 13th. This year, we proudly celebrate with the theme Americana: Hometown Heroes, honoring the veterans within our community and industry.
Join us for an evening filled with gratitude, pride, and recognition as we pay tribute to those who have served and continue to make a difference. Additionally, we will host our beloved Dessert Dash, raising funds for the MVAR Community Foundation to provide grants and scholarships to those in need throughout the year.
Don’t miss this inspiring celebration of our heroes and our industry! Early bird tickets are available until October 23rd—secure yours today!
MVARCF DESSERT DASH DONATIONS
Last Day to Donate: Friday, November 1st
Are you the Usain Bolt of cakes? The Flo-Jo of cookies? Or perhaps the Prefontaine of pastries? Put your sweet skills to the test and race alongside the best in the industry at our Installation and Awards Banquet Dessert Dash!
The Mid Valley Association of REALTORS® Community Foundation is on the hunt for delectable dessert donations for our upcoming Dessert Dash fundraiser. Your contributions will directly support future Community Foundation events and grants, helping us give back to the community we love.
Whether you want to pick up your own masterpiece or prefer us to pick up a dessert on your behalf, the choice is yours!
Thank you for making a difference with your delicious donation!
The Mid Valley Association of REALTORS® Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Organization.
OCTOBER RISK ADVISORY
Topic: Underground storage tanks: how they affect real estate and your clients.
📅 Date: Thursday, October 24th
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Zoom
Join the Mid Valley Association of REALTORS® for our October Risk Advisory, where we’ll explore the critical topic of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) and their effects on real estate transactions and clients.
Our featured speaker, Matthew Lowrance of Environmental Works NW, will provide valuable insights into the environmental, financial, and legal implications of USTs. Learn how these often-overlooked tanks can impact property values, liability, and client decision-making.
This is a must-attend event for REALTORS® looking to better advise their clients on potential risks and considerations related to USTs in both residential and commercial real estate.
Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and protect your clients!
NEW REALTOR® ONBOARDING
📅 Date: Tues, November 5, 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!
GOV. AFFAIRS COMMITTEE MEETING
Topic: A Conversation with Salem City Councilor Ward 5, Dr. Irvin Brown
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 5th
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
📍 Location: 670 Hawthorne Ave SE, Suite 120, Salem, OR 97301
🍽️ Lunch Provided by: Fidelity National Title
Description:
As REALTORS®, you understand the challenges that individuals and businesses face in the Salem housing and commercial markets. This is your chance to share your insights and experiences directly with incoming Salem City Councilor for Ward 5, Dr. Irvin Brown. Whether it's the obstacles your clients face in finding housing or navigating the commercial real estate landscape, your voice matters.
Join us to engage in meaningful dialogue, and help shape the future of Salem’s real estate community.
Register today and join us to make your voice heard!
VOLUNTEER SIGN UP
Tis the Season!
The Mid Valley Association of REALTORS® is excited to announce our Annual Children's Christmas Party, and we need your help to make it a magical success! This special event brings joy to underprivileged children in our community, and we can't do it without the support of dedicated volunteers.
We are looking for volunteers to help with the following:
1. Shopping for Gifts
📅 Friday, December 13th
🕖 7:00 AM
📍 Walmart, 1940 Turner Rd SE, Salem, OR
Help us select the perfect gifts for the children! We'll meet early and shop for items that will brighten their holiday season.
2. Wrapping Presents
📅 Friday, December 13th
🕥 10:00 AM
📍 YMCA, 685 Court St NE, Salem
Join us to wrap the presents and add a personal touch to each gift. The more, the merrier—let's make quick work of it!
3. Party Day
📅 Saturday, December 14th
🕘 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 YMCA, 685 Court St NE, Salem
Help with party setup, assist with activities, or simply bring smiles to the children as they celebrate this joyous occasion.
Sign up to volunteer today and help create an unforgettable experience for these children!
Let’s work together to make this Christmas extra special!
