Kevin McElroy

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Be the Perfect Zoom Host!

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Feb 12, 2021 9:56:00 AM

Tech Lunch & Learn

Tips on how to be the Perfect Zoom Host.  Tackle some of the following issues:

• Make sure you have your hardware and software configured correctly.
• How to check if your Internet connection is up to the task. (high speed is not end all)
• General tips to avoid technical issues and interruptions during your Zoom sessions.

Hosted by Mike White, Chairman of the PSAR tech committee.

Wednesday, February 24th
11:30am - 12:30pm

       Register       

Or Call: 619-421-7811
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PSAR's mission is to empower Realtors to flourish while being accountable to each other, our clients, and our community.

Since 1928, the Pacific Southwest Association of REALTORS® has played a significant role in shaping the history, growth and development of the Real Estate industry in San Diego County. Workshops are open to all REALTORS® and Affiliated Members. This event is free of charge.

Topics: Education

Help your clients by Staying Current - 2021 Housing Market Update

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Jan 19, 2021 2:00:00 PM

Help your clients by gaining the knowledge you need.2021 Housing Update with Oscar Wei

Oscar Wei contributes frequently to C.A.R.’s market analysis articles, Housing Matters Podcast, and Housing Perspective, and has written on topics like housing supply, distressed sales, housing tax policy, housing affordability, and many other topics relevant to the real estate industry.

Oscar Wei is the Senior Economist and the Director of Research for the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.). Wei analyzes housing market conditions, consumer behavior, and public policy issues through the use of transactional data and survey research studies conducted by C.A.R. He assumes the managerial responsibility of data mining and analyzing housing market statistics released to the public on a regular basis.

Oscar’s areas of expertise are:

• Economic and Policy Analysis
• Housing Markets: U.S., CA, 
• Analytics in real estate finance
• Consumer research in real estate
• Trends identification
• Housing market forecast
• Survey planning

He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley and a Master of Science Degree in Economics from the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

Friday, February 5th, 2021
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

     Register     

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PSAR's mission is to empower Realtors to flourish while being accountable to
each other, our clients, and our community.

Since 1928, the Pacific Southwest Association of REALTORS® has played a significant role in shaping the history, growth and development of the Real Estate industry in San Diego County. Workshops are open to all REALTORS® and Affiliated Members. This event is free of charge.

Topics: Education

Social Media Secrets Revealed

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Jan 14, 2021 1:30:00 PM

Social Media  Secrets Revealed

Thursday, February 4th, 12:00pm
        Register        

The #1 Social Media Training Series is coming to YOU via WEBINAR. Learn tips, tricks and shortcuts from top agents across the nation and how they are leveraging the hottest social channels to capture referrals, increase their sphere, & gain more business….even in these unprecedented times.

Do you struggle with social media?
Are you looking to create a stronger marketing presence online?
Are you falling behind your competitors in terms of marketing?

Now, more than ever it’s even MORE important to position yourself as a resource and information leader in your community, and with Americans spending an average of 4 ½ hours a day on social during quarantine, it’s the #1 place for you to be.

Learn the secrets of top agents across the nation and how they are leveraging the hottest social channels to capture referrals, increase their sphere, & gain more business… even in these unprecedented times.

Are you ready to learn the social media secrets of top agents?

This 1-hr, high-energy session covers:
• The basics of how social media works.
• How to maximize time & money marketing on social media.
• How to generate buyer/seller leads through your website.
• Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube: Why are these the best.
• The types of content you should be sharing.
• Much, much more!

We make learning fun!
• FREE Registration
• PROVEN tips, tricks, & strategies you can start using now!
• An amazing, high-energy EDUCATION team

Brought to you by:
elevate an Elm Street Technology solution

 

Topics: Education, YPN

Learn about Exciting New Devices and Apps

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Jan 13, 2021 1:35:54 PM

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Learn about and get help with figuring out your new device or app!  Apps such as RPR Mobile and CAM Scan.  Products and Apps that could make 2021 more productive.

Hosted by Mike White, Chairman of the PSAR tech committee.

Wednesday, January 27th
11:30am - 12:30pm

        Register        

Or Call: 619-421-7811
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PSAR's mission is to empower Realtors to flourish while being accountable to each other, our clients, and our community.

Since 1928, the Pacific Southwest Association of REALTORS® has played a significant role in shaping the history, growth and development of the Real Estate industry in San Diego County. Workshops are open to all REALTORS® and Affiliated Members. This event is free of charge.

Topics: Education

Perfecting Your Presence - a YPN Event

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Jan 8, 2021 5:06:48 PM

Don't miss the opportunity to help your business grow!
Shake-Up a YPN event

We want to help YOU Perfect YOUR Presence, so we've gathered a panel of top performing agents to share their strategies on how they stay present and relevant to attract their ideal clients.

Don't miss the opportunity to help your business grow and network with others. You'll have the opportunity to personally meet other attendees in our breakout rooms!

Panelists

      • Hazel Rosete - Social Media
      • Genie Irish - Pop-Bys
      • Amber Tannehill - Community Involvement
      • Moderator - Anthony Andaya

Strategies Discussed

  • Social Media • Farming
  • Pop-By's • Community Involvement
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Thursday | January 14th | 4:00 pm
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Register before 12PM the day of the event and be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card!
(Must be present to win)

We will also be streaming on
• FB Live: @psarypn
• ClubHouse Stream: @andreamartino
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Sponsored by
Aftermath Extermination

Thank You to our Annual Platinum Sponsors
Rancho Ted           Guaranteed Rate
California Preferred Escrow         American Pacific Mortgage   

    

Topics: Education, YPN

Spotting 'Red Flags' in Non-Disclosures with Attorney Fred Pfister

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Dec 22, 2020 1:15:00 PM

Spotting a red flag in a transaction is the best litigation avoidance technique available.Warning flags in non-disclosures

This class will discuss the identification of a “red flag” in a transaction, what to do about it, your fiduciary duties, and claims for the non-disclosure of material facts.

Attorney Fred Pfister• Internal/External Red Flags
• Fiduciary Duties 
• Avoiding Non-Disclosure of Material Facts
• Practical Ways to Protect Yourself

Presented by attorney Fred Pfister, a partner of White and Bright legal practice, focused on both litigation and real estate transactions.

Thursday, January 21st, 2021
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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PSAR's Mission is to empower Realtors to flourish while being accountable to each other,
our clients, and our community.

Since 1928, the Pacific Southwest Association of REALTORS® has played a significant role in shaping the history, growth and development of the Real Estate industry in San Diego County.
Workshops are open to all REALTORS® and Affiliated Members. This class is free of charge.

Topics: Education

How to Win with Prop 19 in 2021

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Dec 17, 2020 2:45:00 PM
 Learn how Prop 19 works

Generate sales by marketing to those likely to benefit

Understand how Prop 19 will benefit sellers and buyers

Connect with the County staff that can help you and your clients close a Prop 19 deal.

Ask questions in a live interactive meeting

 

All PSAR members should be aware of the significant advantages for homeowners to move and find the "right size" home as a result of the recent passage of Proposition 19.  Don't miss out on this opportunity to be prepared for 2021.

Wednesday, January 6th, 2021
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Jordan Marks

Jordan Marks is our Taxpayers’ Rights Advocate for the Office of Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., San Diego County Assessor / Recorder / County Clerk. In his position he assists taxpayers with navigating issues in the office. He also performs legislative / inter-governmental relations for the Assessor and helped usher in the passing of an ordinance to adopt Proposition 171 providing property tax relief to victims of fires and other governor declared natural disasters.

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PSAR's mission is to empower Realtors to flourish while being accountable to
each other, our clients, and our community.

Since 1928, the Pacific Southwest Association of REALTORS® has played a significant role in shaping the history, growth and development of the Real Estate industry in San Diego County. Workshops are open to all REALTORS® and Affiliated Members. This event is free of charge.

Topics: Education

Start 2021 by Growing Your Business - CRMLS Classes

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Dec 14, 2020 1:45:00 PM

CRMLS January Classes
Start 2021 on a great foot with training in tools you need and use. CRMLS has put together class rooms on zoom to help teach some of the free tools our members have access to as part of PSAR. 

January 14 | 10:00 am Free CRMLS Benefits Overview
Register Here

Are you aware of the multitude of free CRMLS user benefits you have at your disposal? Let us educate you on the systems and products that are available to you as a CRMLS user so you can leverage them to your advantage.

This presentation will include a snapshot of each product and service that CRMLS offers to its members. Take control of your business and reap the benefits of CRMLS.

Benefits include:
• Support 7 days a week
• Education and training available in person and online
• 20+ state-of-the-art real estate products, many at no additional cost

January 20 | 10:00 am Get down to business with CRMLS Essentials
Register Here

This course will provide you with an overview and solid foundation on how to use the CRMLS Paragon platform. Whether you are a new real estate professional, or getting back into the business, this course is a great place to start. In this course, you will learn:

• What’s on the Home Page
• How to set up your email signature, photos, and message
• How to create, save, print, and email basic property searches

January 26 | 10:00 am Arm yourself with the power of the MLS - Homesnap
Register Here Homesnap Pro is a robust, agent-only version of Homesnap that offers real-time MLS data to mobile and desktop users, arming them with the power of their MLS whether they are in the field or at the office. Homesnap Pro gives agents the flexibility to research homes, contact agents, and communicate instantly with clients from any modern device. Agents and consumers can use Homesnap Pro to seamlessly share real estate information and communicate directly.

In this class, you will learn:
• How to get started with a Homesnap account
• How to search for listings
• How to generate Rapid CMA reports
• How to communicate with clients and other agents
• How to photograph homes to learn valuable property data about them

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Have Questions / Need help - Call: 619-421-7811

Workshops are open to all REALTORS and Affiliated Members regardless of association membership.
All these classes are free of charge.
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PSAR's Mission is to empower Realtors to flourish while being accountable to each other,
our clients, and our community.

Since 1928, the Pacific Southwest Association of REALTORS® has played a significant role in shaping the history, growth and development of the Real Estate industry in San Diego County.

Topics: Education

Crazy year! What's Next? - 2021 Housing Forecast

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Nov 2, 2020 2:45:00 PM

Steven Thomas 2021 SoCal Housing Forecast

Wednesday | November 18th, 2020
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

        Register        

Come see where we are headed for 2021

  • Will the HOT housing market last?
  • Due to unemployment and forbearance, will there be a wave of foreclosures?
  • Will interest move up or down?
  • When will buyers have any transaction leverage?

Bringing his Quantitative Economics and Decision Sciences background coupled with
his years of experience in the real estate field as a REALTOR®, broker, and executive of a multi-office real estate franchise to bear, Steven Thomas delivers a report that encapsulates the status of the current real estate market.

Steven has been quoted by:

Steven Thomas Reports On


Wednesday | November 18th, 2020
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

        Register        

 

Topics: Events, Market Information, Industry

become a stronger agent - CRMLS 'Fitness' classes

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Oct 20, 2020 10:30:00 AM

CRMLS live classes

CRMLS has put together class rooms on zoom meeting to help teach some of the free tools our members have access to as part of PSAR.

November 12 | 10:00 am Less time Searching more time selling (Paragon tips)
Register Here

Learn how to perform time-saving search techniques to help target listings that fit your clients’ needs. Also, you will learn additional tips on other MLS products, including how to search listings using your mobile phone. Subjects include:

  • Power Search
  • Customize Quick & Detailed Search Templates
  • Map Searching Techniques
  • Search Remarks using key words
  • Farming Foreclosures
  • Homesnap Pro Mobile – Commute Time Search
November 18 | 10:00 am Work Smarter from your Phone (Homesnap)
Register Here

Homesnap Pro is a robust, agent-only version of Homesnap that offers real-time MLS data to mobile and desktop users, arming them with the power of their MLS whether they are in the field or at the office. Homesnap Pro gives agents the flexibility to research homes, contact agents, and communicate instantly with clients from any modern device. Agents and consumers can use Homesnap Pro to seamlessly share real estate information and communicate directly. Learn;

  • How to get started with a Homesnap account
  • How to search for listings
  • How to generate Rapid CMA reports
  • How to communicate with clients and other agents
  • How to photograph homes to learn valuable property data about them
November 24 | 10:00 am  How to find Just listed/sold or Open Houses (Hot Sheets)
Register Here

Need to know what’s back on the market, just listed, or sold? . Learn how to:

  • Build and save your Hotsheets
  • Choose the best report to show the results
  • Search for properties on a Broker Tour or Open House
  • How to add your properties to one or both.

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Have Questions / Need help - Call: 619-421-7811

Workshops are open to all REALTORS and Affiliated Members regardless of association membership. All classes are free of charge.

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PSAR's Mission is to empower Realtors to flourish while being accountable to each other, our clients, and our community.

Since 1928, the Pacific Southwest Association of REALTORS® has played a significant role in shaping the history, growth and development of the Real Estate industry in San Diego County.

Topics: Education