GAR News
MEMBER SAVINGS CALCULATOR FROM NAR
Ever wonder how your REALTOR association membership saves you money each year? Check out the Member Savings Calculator from NAR, which calculates the savings that you get by being a member of NAR. From webinars to dental insurance to listings on Realtor.com and beyond, you’ll be surprised at how the savings add up each year. Add this link (http://www.realtor.org/topics/membership/calculator/calculator) to your bookmarks as both a reminder of your savings and as a quick reference to your member benefits.


 


Global Alliance Recognized by NAR
GAR’s Global Alliance was one of only four global business councils nationwide to be named a Platinum-level council. With nearly 90 councils existing nationwide, it is a significant distinction to be among this elite group. Congratulations and thanks go to GAR Global Alliance Chair Dan Easton and the 2011 Committee, as well as Jennifer Lundy, 2011 GAR Global Alliance Staff Liaison. Want to know more about GAR’s Global Alliance?
Visit http://www.garealtor.com/MemberCenter/GlobalAlliance.aspx.


 


GAR PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: The Moving Families Initiative
The Moving Families Initiative connects Georgia REALTORS with moving families to help parents and their children deal with the challenges they face when moving. For Georgia REALTORS, it can mean enhanced customer service and boosting your lead capture and conversion rate. Moving is a challenging and difficult experience for any family, especially those with young children. Did you know:


· One out of every five families move each year
· Most of those moves are either within the same city or to a neighboring state.
· 8 million children aged 1-14 are relocated with their families annually.


When parents decide to move, the children tend to be anxious, even upset. You can be the hero by providing this short animated film to help make the move easier — making you their Georgia REALTOR for life.


Read how REALTORS are using this program to win clients at http://worldclasscoaches.com/gmareviews.php.


The Great Moving Adventure DVD retails for $14.95. GAR members can purchase copies of the DVD at a web-only price of $10.00 each, plus an additional 15 percent discount, and are eligible for free training on best practices for introducing the video to relocating families. Order your Great Moving Adventure DVDs (and be sure to use member discount code GAR2010 for 15% off) here: http://worldclasscoaches.com/greatmoving-GA.php. Converting leads to contracts is the heart and soul of your business.


Learn how being able to address the challenges faced by families moving with young children can be pivotal in taking your business to the next level. Register for free training at http://worldclasscoaches.com/GMADVDcoachingregister.phpto learn how The Moving Families Initiative can help you serve and become a trusted advisor to these families and boost your lead capture and conversion rate.


 


What’s New on the Web
When you visit www.garealtor.com, you will notice a new tab on the home page titled “Newsstand.” The Newsstand tab is the source for access to Georgia REALTOR magazine online, monthly Georgia statistics, and national leading economic indicators. On the Newsstand home page you will also see articles regarding various housing issues from news outlets across the country such as the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Realty Times, USA Today, and more. This page is updated weekly. Click on this link to view the Newsstand page now: http://www.garealtor.com/Newsstand.aspx.


Also on our Web site are frequently asked questions regarding the changes to the contract forms. Please visit the following link if you have questions regarding GAR’s decision to charge non-members for our forms:
http://www.garealtor.com/LawEthics/ContractForms/FormsLicenseFeeImplementationFAQs.aspx.


32 I GEORGIA REALTOR JANUARY I FEBRUARY 2012

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