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Personal Branding for REALTORS - get more listings & referrals

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Jan 7, 2022 10:21:34 AM

Become unforgettable, make more money, and have the best social media presence.

January 20th,12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
In-Person Event at PSAR East Office
1150 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021

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Lunch will be provided by Damaris Lopez with Homebridge

Nationally known speaker Steve Black will inspire, motivate, and teach you the strategies that will work in 2022 and beyond:

  • Leveraging simple social media strategies to stay top of mind with your sphere
  • Developing a consistent image and message with your customers & warm market
  • List of photos you MUST take and how to use them the right way
  • Defining your marketing message to reach your target market
  • Zoom Hacks - Selling Virtually - Maintaining a positive attitude in face of adversity
  • Leveraging video to position yourself as the go-to agent
  • Converting visibility into listings

60+ minutes of cutting-edge strategies and tactics that top agents leverage that will instantly help you THRIVE in today's selling environment and dominate in 2022!

         Steve Black
Steve BlackIn my role as a Marketing Consultant, I have developed extensive online & offline marketing systems that are used by business owners and entrepreneurs across the country. Social Media & Internet Marketing are two passions of mine, and I love helping others learn how to utilize these tools for profit.

Over the last three years, with the explosive growth of Social Media, I have acted as a Social Media Consultant, having authored several books on Social Media Strategy and How To Utilize LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter For Business & Profit. I have also authored E-Books on Article writing, Blogging For Profit, Search Engine Optimization, and List Building. techniques. - Learn More

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Event Sponsor

Damaris Lopez with Hombridge

Homebridge

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PSAR's mission is to empower REALTORS®.

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

Become Unforgettable, Make More Money

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Dec 21, 2021 9:40:31 AM

Dominate Your Market - Simple Social Media Hacks To Generate Listings & Find Qualified Buyers

January 12th,12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
In-Person Event at PSAR South Office
880 Canarios Ct., Chula Vista, CA 91910

      REGISTER      

Lunch will be provided by Damaris Lopez with Homebridge

Nationally known speaker Steve Black will inspire, motivate, and teach you the strategies that will work in 2022 and beyond:

  • Using Social Media The Right Way
  • Time Saving Tools & Apps
  • Sales & Communications Skills
  • Maintaining Focus While Working At Home
  • Zoom Hacks - Selling Virtually - Maintaining a positive attitude in face of adversity
  • How to leverage your FB personal profile to build and maintain relationships.  A simple strategy to be uber-efficient.
  • FB Business Page Secrets - Secrets to make your business page stand out - get thousands of likes - reach your prospects for pennies.
  • Instagram Set Up, and how to leverage IG Stories & Reels to showcase properties and generate sales
  • Video Marketing - Secrets of getting RESULTS with simple video marketing strategies

         Steve Black
Steve BlackIn my role as a Marketing Consultant, I have developed extensive online & offline marketing systems that are used by business owners and entrepreneurs across the country. Social Media & Internet Marketing are two passions of mine, and I love helping others learn how to utilize these tools for profit.

Over the last three years, with the explosive growth of Social Media, I have acted as a Social Media Consultant, having authored several books on Social Media Strategy and How To Utilize LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter For Business & Profit. I have also authored E-Books on Article writing, Blogging For Profit, Search Engine Optimization, and List Building. techniques. - Learn More

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Event Sponsor

Damaris Lopez with Hombridge

Homebridge

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PSAR's mission is to empower Realtors.

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

The Residential Purchase Agreement is not the only form changing.

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Dec 3, 2021 11:00:00 AM

The Residential Purchase Agreement is not the only form changing on December 14th!
91 additional forms will be revised, but only a handful have substantial changes.

Join Broker Nikki Coppa to see what else is new on the SPQ, SCO, BCO, SMCO, RR, RRRR, NBP, NSP, AEA, CC, and a few more.

Tuesday, December 21st
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Offered via ZOOM
Zoom REGISTRATION
 
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A presentation of Nikki Coppa's RPA Training Class recording. Nikki highlights the most important changes of the NEW RPA.

Wednesday, December 21st
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Offered via ZOOM
Zoom Registration

*This was recorded prior to the release of the RPA and there were changes made that are not reflected in this recording.
 
 
Sample RPA                             Sample RPA
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Sample RPA
Q&A from RPA Classes

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These are FREE classes for all REALTORS®
*This class does not count toward CE credit.

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Instructor: Nikki Coppa

   • 2016 Chair of the Standard Forms Advisory Committee for CAR
   • 2020 Vice-Chair of C.A.R. Defense Strategy Advisory Committee
   • 2020 Chair of N.A.R. Risk Management Issues Committee
 

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Topics: Education

Need Help with the Ideal gift this season? Elf Mike will help!

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

Need gift ideas for your fellow
REALTORS®, Broker, Vendors, Coworkers?The Perfect Gift - Lunch and Learn
Whether it be Hardware, Software, Gadgets, or Subscriptions, learn about great gifts that will bring happiness to recipients all year long.

Wednesday, December 15th
11:30am - 12:30pm

      REGISTER      

Or Call: 619-421-7811

This is an in-person class.

PSAR East Service Center
1150 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
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PSAR's mission is to empower REALTORS®.

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

How will you sort this out? - New Waste Disposal REQUIREMENTS

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Nov 19, 2021 1:35:34 PM

REGISTER IN-PERSON                    REGISTER ZOOM  

 

How will we sort out Organic Waste

Chula Vista homeowners will be required to sort their own trash. These new rules will be coming to all cities in California.  The city staff will explain how it will work.   Understand the program and how it will be rolled out.

Speaker: Manuel Medrano, Environmental Services Manager from the Economic Development Department – Office of Sustainability 

Monday, December 6th
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Join Us
In-Person at PSAR South Office or on Zoom
(880 Canarios Ct. Chula Vista, CA 91910)

REGISTER IN-PERSON                    REGISTER ZOOM  

Manuel will be discussing:

City of Chula Vista
  • Upcoming State-mandated Food/Organic Waste collection program for Chula Vista multi-family properties and how it may impact your operations.
  • Elements of the regulation that require property management involvement beyond simply contracting new collection services
  • How this regulation differs from current commercial recycling laws and the local enforcement requirements
  • Education resources available

Regulation Information that you should know

Chula Vista New food & Yard Waste Collection

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PSAR's mission is to empower Realtors®

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

Another Option For PSAR Members! Learn the new RPA - Zoom Only

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Nov 4, 2021 4:59:34 PM

estesphotoProfessor Edwin Estes, Esq.
Mt.  San Antonio College

3 Hour Detailed Review of the New RPA

Learn about the new Residential Purchase Agreement being released in December 2021. Learn about the updated form, including the 83 forms referenced in the agreement, a new contingency section with updated contingency removal procedures, a reformatted allocation of costs section, and more!

  • 16 pages with a NEW Grid Format containing negotiable items in one place
  • New Disclosures, Addenda, and Advisories...some 83 forms are referenced in the agreement
  • A new Contingency section with the 8 Standard Contingencies clearly listed
  • Updated Contingency Removal Procedures & Designated Electronic Delivery of Disclosures/Notices
  • Reformatted Allocation of Costs Section
  • Additional Clarification and Expansion of Definitions

Monday, November 15th 
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
ZOOM ONLY WEBINAR
This training is for members only
Register PSAR
Once you Register a link will be emailed to you.
 
Presentation notes                                    Sample RPA
         RPA Handout                           Sample RPA         
 
This training does not count toward CE Credit
There will be a 5-10 minute break about halfway through, so attendees can attend to any personal needs.
 
 
DO NOT PARTICIPATE in any PSAR  Video Conferencing Committee Meetings or Events while operating a motor vehicle.  California has various laws prohibiting distracted driving. (Vehicle Code Sections, 27602, 23123, 23123.5, 23124, and 23125, among others.)
Edwin Estes has been an Attorney at Law since 1983 and a Real Estate Broker since 1984. His law practice has emphasized general business, real property, and land use law, with particular attention directed to dispute prevention and alternative dispute resolution. First licensed in 1976, he has been active in real estate brokerage management, counseling, development, and investment brokerage.

Professor Estes has been a C.A.R. Master Instructor since 1991 in addition to obtaining the designations of ABR/M, CCIM, CRB, GRI, e-PRO, and SRES; he is also an accomplished college instructor, serving as Professor and Real Estate Program Coordinator for Mt. San Antonio College. He is a co-author of a best-selling college textbook: California Real Estate Principles, now in its 10th edition. He has served as an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association, Judge Pro Tem for the San Diego Superior Court as well as a Mayor for the City of Vista, California.

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Topics: Education

Wake-Up YPN: Finish Strong - Start 2022 Stronger

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Sep 8, 2021 11:49:36 AM


Come start your day with YPN at their next FREE networking event!
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Friday | September 17th | 10:00am
This is an in-person event
      PLEASE RSVP      
Coffee & pastries will be provided while supplies last. Early arrival suggested. Bring a friend!

Maryam Habashi, founder of Infuse Theory  (https://infusetheory.com/) will be discussing goal-setting strategies to finish the year strong and have a strong start to 2022. INFUSE theory incorporates decades of leadership, sales, and management developmental best practices that are guaranteed to elevate you and your business potential.

Maryam Habashi

  • Mentor for professionals seeking something more in their careers and businesses.
  • Sharing my personal experience and approach towards professional growth, that I can help guide you in your own journey for success.
  • First female Regional Director after a century in business for a Fortune 500 company, Bankers Life and Casualty. 
  • Co-author “Pure Wealth: 26 Ways to Crazy Profitability” wherein chapter one I discuss “What it takes to WIN.” 
  • President and CEO of Sterling Wealth Strategies powered by Penn Mutual, a Fortune 100 company.

TRVLR Coffee Roaster
5839 Mission Gorge Road, Unit D, San Diego, CA 92120

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Thank you to our YPN Wake-Up Sponsor
Aftermath Extermination

Thank You to our Annual Platinum Sponsors
Rancho Ted           Synergy One Lending
California Preferred Escrow    

Topics: Education, YPN

So. Cal. Real Estate Expo

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Sep 7, 2021 11:50:00 AM

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One-day educational event for Real Estate Professionals

Wednesday, September 29th
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
One Day Virtual Event
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Purchase your ticket today!
MUST Register by September 27th

    Register PSAR                        Register Eventbrite
                 $20 Members                        $20+eventbrite fee Non-members

** Once your register, your expo link will be emailed to you the day before the event.**

SoCalRExpo Conference & Tradeshow is a virtual one-day education and networking event for real estate professionals. You will not want to miss this event!! The list of speakers, speaks for itself!

Speakers:

  • Social Media - Steve Black (Senior Consultant/Speaker/Trainer)
  • 2022 Economic Forecast - Steven Thomas (Chief Economist)
  • Sit Down with Brad Inman (Journalist/Publisher)
  • Legal Update - Gov Hutchinson (C.A.R. Assistant General Counsel)
  • YPN Presents - Tesla, Tech and a Touch of TikTok
  • Final Keynote - Bill Dedman - (Pulitzer and Peabody award-winning investigative reporter, Newsday)

We have Affiliate Marketing Opportunities! Contact us to find out what they are
email: support@psar.org or phone: (619) 579-0333.

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PSAR's Mission is to empower REALTORS®.

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, Events, Industry

PSAR Member's Invited to Mexican RE Conference

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Sep 3, 2021 2:59:03 PM

Real Estate Congress

50th International Real Estate Congress

Convention Center in Tampico Tamaulipas

October 27 to 29, 2021

AMPI Invites you to attend

The Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios is the largest and the most important real estate association in Mexico, representing about 5,000 members, involving residential and commercial real estate industries.

About 500 real estate professionals from all over Mexico and the world are expected to attend the 50th International Real Estate Congress RE Connecting. The conferences provide numerous learning resources and international networking in order to have commercial opportunities, designed to improve real estate professional skills. The Congress presents exhibitions that offer goods and services related to the real estate sector. Countless educational and social events are scheduled!

 

 

For more information: https://es-la.facebook.com/congresonacionalinmobiliarioampi/

Upon arrival in Tampico, a special biosafety committee will apply a rapid COVID detection test to each participant.  Throughout the congress, masks will be used and the areas will be sanitized periodically.  Temperature checks will be administered at the entrance to each area of the convention center.

If you want to become an international affiliate please fill out the forms in the links below...

RENEWAL MEMBERS

NEW MEMBERS

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PSAR's Mission is to empower REALTORS®.

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

How to use 'Green Fields' in Paragon- and why you should!

Posted by Kevin McElroy on Aug 27, 2021 3:10:06 PM

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Friday, September 10th
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
This class is offered on Zoom
        REGISTER       

John Shipman from Franklin Energy and Rickey Currie from CRMLS discuss:

Why are Green Fields important for agents and their clients?
Are there pitfalls to be wary of when working with these fields?
What do the CRMLS fields mean?
How might buyers search for or discover these fields?

Bonus.  Attendees will learn how to earn a FREE NAR Green Designation!

Also, hear stories or anecdotes about the fields and how they helped or hurt?

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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