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Save Back Country Transactions over Breakfast - Defensible Space and Fire Hardening

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Apr 14, 2023 10:40:00 AM

Save Your Back Country Transaction: What To Know About Defensible Space and Fire Hardening

Wednesday | April 19th
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
PSAR East Service Center

     Eventbrite Registration               IMS Registration     
($10 registration gets you breakfast and answers. Members use IMS Registration to avoid transaction fees.)

Is the property in a high-risk fire zone? Understand the laws and regulations to manage expectations to save transactions.

  • Zone Zero Regulations
  • AB 38 Requirements
  • FHDS Form
  • A brief update on the insurance market and the remedies that are available
  • How a DIC Policy works with the CA Fair Plan
  • Brief City of Santee updates

Speakers:

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Ronn Hall, Santee Councilmember and owner of
Ronn Hall Insurance & Notary Services,

will provide brief remarks on the insurance industry and updates from Santee.  

Lakeside Fire Marshal Jeremy Davis

Lakeside Fire Marshal Jeremy Davis

started his career as a firefighter in January of 1991 with the San Pasqual Volunteer Fire Department. In 2008, he made the transition from fire suppression to fire prevention with the Ramona Fire Department. In 2015, contracted with the San Diego County Fire Authority, and with that, he moved over to the County to work fire prevention. In 2019, he took the opportunity and moved to Lakeside Fire Protection District as the Fire Prevention officer, and in 2021, he became the Fire Marshal. He is a State Certified Plans Examiner, Damage Inspection Specialist, and Public Information Officer. Lastly, he is a fire cause and origin inspector and a fire instructor for the Lakeside Fire Protection District.

Chuck Piro of Disclosure Source

Chuck Piro of
Disclosure Source

began his NHD career at LGS Reports in 1998. The company quickly became the #1 provider of NHD reports in Southern California. In 2000, he became the Sales Manager for Professional Hazard Disclosure in
Orange County. Over the last 25 years, Chuck has given presentations to thousands of agents in hundreds of real estate offices throughout California. Chuck’s unique ability to communicate with today’s real estate professionals has helped thousands of agents in California better understand, not only Natural Hazard Disclosure requirements but also the complex disclosure of direct assessments such as Mello-Roos Special Taxes. He is currently being asked to assist in helping agents better understand the new Home Hardening and Defensible Space requirements.

 

 

 

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Breakfast Provided by: Debi Levinson, Fidelity Home Warranty, and Disclosure Source

Event Sponsor - Debi Levenson

 

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PSAR's mission is to empower real estate professionals.

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

Topics: Education

Yes, you can avoid fines for clear cooperation and other violations

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Apr 10, 2023 12:30:00 PM

Tune into Compliance Top Violations Quarterly General Sessions for rules updates and tips on how to avoid violating those rules.

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MLS rules are designed to protect your clients' best interests. Of course, there are a lot of those rules and sometimes it's difficult to know if you are violating them or not.  Not knowing can result in a costly lesson.

Help your clients and help yourself as well by acquring a better understanding of the MLS rules and regulations. In these focused sessions, info and updates about the  NAR Clear Cooperation Policy plus the top five CRMLS Compliance violations will be presented.  Ignorance is not bliss!  Select the date & time below that works for you and schedule it now.

October 24th | Tuesday
10:00 am to 11:00 am
    Register Here   


October 25th | Wednesday
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
     Register Here     

Registration is free, but space is limited, so reserve your spot today. 
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PSAR's Mission is to empower Real Estate Professionals

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

CE Credits free while learning about energy-efficient homes

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Mar 20, 2023 12:43:43 PM

Up to 10 CE Credits At NO COST! What a Deal!blogbanner_230420_Energy Certificate-1

It is time to up your "green" knowledge and answer all your client's questions about "healthy and efficient solar" energy. 

Increase your expertise in the technology and valuation of clean-energy homes. Take the three-course series to earn an 'Efficient Clean-Energy Homes' certificate of completion OR take each class individually for CE credits (the first two classes are 3 CE credits each and the third class is 4 CE credits)


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To register for these classes you will need to create an account on the SDG&E Registration site. (use the 'create a new account' button). Once you do you will be able to register for each individual class.
 


All three classes will be Zoom classes.
There will be an online test at the end of each class to earn the CE credits.
(You will need your DRE number to start the tests)

Class 1: Solar PV: Technology and Valuation
April 20th, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
(3 CE Credits)
Register Here

 

Class 2: Carbon Free Homes: Features, Benefits, Valuation
April 27th - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
(3 CE Credits)
Register Here

 

Class 3: Clean Energy Homes; How REALTORS earn stellar referrals while boosting profits
May 4th - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

(4 CE Credits)
Register Here


If you have questions about registration please let us know - support@psar.org or 619-421-7811

 

About the instructor:1516338330791

Debra Little is a home performance and valuation specialist with field experience in both appraising and energy efficiency. Since building her own home in 2007, her work has focused on high efficiency, low emissions, and related health benefits. Debra develops and presents courses for real estate professionals on the technology, valuation, and market representation, of high-performance assets and solar (public utilities, professional associations, and conferences).

Certifications: CA Certified Appraiser, Building Performance Institute; Building Analyst, Build It Green; Green Point Rater.

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PSAR's mission is to empower real estate professionals.

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



Topics: Education, YPN

Learn How To Do Business Across Borders

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Mar 10, 2023 7:57:05 AM

Immigration & Real Estate Investment in the New Global Climate

Attorney Andrés Moreno, Loan Officer Alfonso Delgadillo & CPA Vidal Espinoza will discuss immigration and asset management in terms of how things were, how they are now, and how potential changes could affect your business.

Thursday, March 30th
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

     Register Here     

PSAR South County

FREE for PSAR & NSDCAR Members
FREE food and drink will be provided!

Download the flyer
Immigration & Real Estate Investment in the New Global Climate

Topics Include:

  • Challenges and opportunities of working with a foreign investor
  • Laws surrounding money coming into the U.S.
  • Different types of visas and their requirements and timelines
  • Single-family investors

GUEST SPEAKERS:

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       Andrés Moreno II, Esq.

Senior Immigration Attorney and
General Manager for Moreno and
Associates Law Firm APC

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           Alfonso Delgadillo

Branch Manager/Senior Loan Officer
Alfonso Delgadillo Lending Team


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            Vidal Espinosa

         CPA
         The Shark CFO

 

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PSAR's mission is to empower real estate professionals.

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

Topics: Education, Global Real Estate Council

Maximize Efficiency by Going Paperless - Lone Wolf zipForms Edition

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Feb 17, 2023 10:00:00 AM

Become comfortable and efficient doing transactions using Lone Wolf Transactions (zipForm® Edition).

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Make your transaction life easier by learning how to use zipForm® more efficiently and effectively. Ed Charboneau, the Transaction, Training, and Inspector Vetting Supervisor for CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® will show you how to become much more efficient! This is an exclusive training for PSAR Members and a must-take class for new agents and agents that want to be more efficient in zipForms.

Tuesday, March 21st
10:30 AM  |  Zoom Class

     Register Here     

Directly from C.A.R., zipForm® Products Trainer, Ed Charboneau*

 

Edward Charboneau of C.A.R.

About the Speaker:

Edward Charboneau is a Senior Transaction Specialist at the California Association of REALTORS® and has been for the last 3 years. Ed is involved in zipForm® Plus product support, outreach, and education for REALTORS®. Ed has been working in Real Estate for 10 years and has done everything from Website development for brokerages to real estate appraisals.

 

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PSAR's mission is to empower real estate professionals.

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

Topics: Education

Register Now: C.A.R.’s Online Property Management Conference

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Feb 3, 2023 2:58:51 PM

Ready to start the new year off with new opportunities to grow your business and increase your revenue streams?

C.A.R.’S ONLINE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE

C.A.R. is hosting a half-day virtual conference to introduce, educate and inform on hot topics regarding property management. C.A.R. members will have the opportunity to hear from leading names in property management on how they built their businesses, get key guidance from leaders in the property management industry, and learn where to find resources to support their own property management business.

Tickets to the virtual Property Management Conference are only $19 and include on-demand replays.

Thursday | February 23rd | 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Via Zoom

Register & See Session Schedules

Topics:

  • Why Property Management
  • Getting Started in Property Management
  • Legislation impacting Property Management in California
  • Tools & Technology Supporting Property Management + Your Member Benefits!
  • Getting started as an investor
  • Compliance, compliance, compliance...
  • 2023 Landlord Tenant Laws & The End of Covid Tenant Protections
  • C.A.R. Resources & Closing

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Panelists:

  • Sara Sutachan - SVP, Strategy & Engagement, C.A.R.
  • Robert Bloom
  • Karim Drissi
  • Abby Arvidson - Partner Program Supervisor, C.A.R.
  • Elizabeth Campbell-Chase
  • Oscar Wei
  • Scott Brady - CEO, Progressive Property Management, Inc.
  • Taunee English
  • Pam Strickland - Owner, California Compliance Consulting
  • Claudia Diaz

 

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Pacific Southwest Association of REALTORS

 California Association of REALTORS

 

 

Topics: Education

Be Worry-Free with Cyber Security

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Jan 23, 2023 10:00:00 AM

Be Worry-free with Cyber Security

Network security should be a number one priority for businesses in San Diego. With ransomware, hacks, attacks, vulnerabilities, and data theft affecting companies all around the world on a daily basis, it’s just a matter of time before your business is hit. Tommy Thornton will go over the best ways to protect your business.  All in attendance will get a free network assessment ($497 value).
 
Wednesday, February 8th
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
South PSAR Office
880 Canarious Court, Chula Vista 91910
          Register Here          
(Lunch will be provided)

Discussion topics include:

  • How to beat ransomware
  • Protecting yourself against attack
  • Don't be fooled by phishing
  • Comprehensive backup strategies
  • NextGen Antivirus protection
  • Who is liable for a data breach
  • Ask the expert

About the Speakers:

Tommy Thornton was born and raised in Tifton, GA. Following high school, Tommy joined the U.S. Marines where he honorably served out his enlistment while actively seeking a college education in California. Upon getting out of the Marines, Tommy moved back to Georgia to be closer to his family and to start his first IT business, New Image Computers. “I felt the industry was in a reputational decline. Too much geek-speak, too many hidden fees, and a total lack of transparency. Customers put their faith in our services and that’s important to us.” In 2014, Tommy, accompanied by his wife, Rose, and his daughter, Juliana, returned back to San Diego, CA to restart their business as Automates, a technology-managed service provider. Tommy quickly grew his company and created a culture built around transparency and integrity. Tommy is a nationally recognized leader in the IT industry with a focus on delivering exceptional cybersecurity services and is currently featured on the cover of “MSP Success” magazine.

Additional Speakers
  1. Evelya Rivera, Iuvo Inc.
  2. Lyle Sprung, Goosehead Insurance
  3. Bryce Schetselaar, MortgageOne, Inc.
MSP Success Magazine
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PSAR's Mission is to empower Real Estate Professionals.

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, Market Information, Industry

Legal Insight Into Chula Vista's New Tenant Ordinance

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Jan 20, 2023 5:03:15 PM

This training is a must for anyone renting out residential property in Chula Vista. The law creates liability and is confusing.  

The Chula Vista Ordinance goes into effect on March 1st, 2023, and owners and property managers must be prepared.  Here is a link to the city's site.

Tracey Merrell, Managing Partner of Education for Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP, will be speaking at our Chula Vista Office.

Chula Vista's New Tenant Ordinance

 
 Monday, February 6th
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

     IMS Registration             Register Eventbrite  

$15 for PSAR and NARPM San Diego Chapter Members
$25 for Non-Members

At the door: $25 Members / $35 Non-Members
(PSAR members use IMS Registration. Non-members, please contact your association for a discount)

About the Speaker:

Tracey Merrell is the Managing Partner of Education for the law firm of Kimball, Tirey, and St. John. She began her career representing banks in post-foreclosure evictions throughout all 58 counties in California. As bank-owned foreclosures slowed down, she transitioned into evictions for management companies and individual owners. Tracey joined KTS as a trial attorney and has extensive experience in court, making hundreds of appearances a year since joining the firm. She is experienced in all aspects of litigation, from the development of case strategy, through discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trials including bench and jury. Tracey transitioned to the Education Department to further her goal of providing training and knowledge to both clients and staff.

Tracey Merrell, Managing Partner of Education for Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP,

 

 Pacific South West Association of REALTORS

 
NARPM San Diego
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PSAR's Mission is to empower Real Estate Professionals.

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, Market Information, Industry

Increase your client's chances of home ownership

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Jan 13, 2023 3:43:15 PM

CRMLS ECONNECT | DOWN PAYMENT RESOURCE AND CALHFA BROADENS YOUR CLIENTS' BUYING

Attend this no-cost webinar by DPR and CalHFA
to discover how. 
 
March 16th | Thursday
10:30 AM via Zoom
     Register     
As housing affordability becomes an increasing concern in today's market, the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) has teamed up with Down Payment Resource (DPR) to offer CRMLS users insight on how to help clients secure home ownership.

In a special, no-cost webinar, learn how to connect your clients with information that can expand their financial options and help them overcome the hurdles to home ownership.

Join DPR, CalHFA, and CRMLS. Registration is free, but space is limited, so don't delay in signing up:

This webinar will cover:
  • The benefits of CalHFA's programs, including first mortgage, down payment, and closing cost assistance
  • How to find a participating CalHFA lender
  • How you can utilize DPR's database of homeownership programs
  • And more 
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PSAR's Mission is to empower Real Estate Professionals.

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

NEW GADGETS FROM CHRISTMAS & "APPI" NEW YEAR, RPR MOBILE, CAM SCAN

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Jan 9, 2023 8:30:00 AM

New Gadgets from Christmas & "Appi" New Year

New Gadgets from Christmas & "Appi" New Year,
RPR Mobile, CAM Scan

Wednesday, January 25th
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
PSAR East Office, El Cajon

     Register     

Lunch will be provided!

Got new tech stuff for the New Year? Learn about new gadgets and apps that will make your Real Estate life easier and make you more efficient.

Mike White, Chairman of the PSAR tech committee, will introduce you to new gadgets and applications.

Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor
Michelle Adcock with First American

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 Real Estate Professionals

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