By Tamiracle Williams Greater Tampa REALTORS® encourages members to “Set the Standard” by participating in the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®’s Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) program now until September 1, 2019. Every month leading up until Sept. 1., members who obtain the C2EX Endorsement will be entered in our monthly raffle to win FREE local dues*.…
By Susanna Madden The National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics was adopted in 1913 years ago to ensure consumers are properly served by requiring REALTORS® to cooperate with each other in furthering their clients’ best interests. Why? Let’s just say there were some unsavory types selling real estate to unsuspecting buyers. The creation Code…
By Tamiracle Williams The Fair Housing Act (FHA) was signed into law in 1968 by then-President Lyndon Johnson. FHA prevents discrimination concerning the sale, rental or financing of a property based on race, religion, sex, disabilities and family status. This law also applies to housing-related advertisements. In late-2018, the Department of Housing and Urban Development…
By Diana Howard Relocation departments within real estate companies provide important roles as suppliers of real estate services and advocates for relocation management companies (RMCs). As a single point of contact, they support third-party companies by providing valuable real estate information and services to transferring employees. To provide the highest level of service, a department must be well…
By Dan Hazy This month our Governmental Affairs committee at Greater Tampa REALTORS® packed up and headed to Tallahassee for Great American REALTOR Days (GARD). GARD is an annual event that allows REALTORS® to speak with state senators and house representatives on legislation important to GTR members and homeowners. Below is a highlight of the issues…
TAMPA, Fla. (Feb. 15, 2019) – The Greater Tampa REALTORS® (GTR), recently held interviews with the candidates for the Tampa City Council. These interviews included extensive screening and research of the candidates’ positions on issues, particularly those affecting real estate and private property rights. Tampa City Council, District 1 – Alan Clendenin …
By Tracy Wisneski After a few years of a white-hot market with historically low inventory and interest rates, we’re transitioning to a more “normal” market. This presents both challenges, as well as opportunities. Setting Seller Expectations Setting client expectations is arguably among the chief duties (and values) of REALTORS®. Sellers rely heavily on our…
By: Dennis MacDonald Greater Tampa REALTORS® has evolved significantly over the past three years. We have completely overhauled our branding, building, customer service, benefit offerings, committee structure, policies, personnel and procedures. Our Association has been able to successfully execute these strategic initiatives, which has brought us a long way in a short amount of time because…
By: Brenda Rabbitt Excitement is in the air! The annual Tallahassee trip for Great American REALTOR® Days (GARD) is right around the corner. Each year, REALTORS® from across the state get the opportunity to meet with State legislators one-on-one and talk about pending real estate legislation.This event brings Key Contacts and Florida REALTORS® together and…
The 16th Annual GTR REALTORS® Golf Tournament (the Inaugural Fred Procise Classic) benefiting the REALTORS® Care Foundation, was another huge success this year. The tournament was renamed last year in honor of longtime affiliate, participant and tournament coordinator Fred Procise of Pro-Motions + PLUS. Fred has volunteered and coordinated the golf tournament since its inception in 2002. We would like…