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June 17 Is “Dump the Pump” Day

Join Americans across the country by leaving your car in the garage on “Dump the Pump” Day, Thursday, June 17.

Ride LeeTran, ride your bike, walk or carpool to save money, save fuel, reduce congestion and pollution.

To plan your trip, call LeeTran’s Customer Service staff at 533-8726, option 1, or click on “Routes & Schedules” on the left.

http://www.rideleetran.com/

HAFA is Changing the Short Sale!

The Women’s Council of Realtors Florida State Chapter along with AssetPlanUSA are pleased to present a HAFA (Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives) Education and Certification program for Realtors and Industry Professionals.
How will you benefit from taking the course:
 Learn what HAFA is and who it affects.
 Understand how it works with the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP)
 Learn the HAFA transactions process, its time-lines, eligibility, and forms.
 Understand the responsibilities of Sellers (Distressed Borrowers), Real Estate Professionals, and Servicers under                HAFA.
 Get HAFA program and Servicer updates for 1 year after registration
Why?
HAFA is the first program to set nationwide standards on the Short Sale process, time-lines and documentation giving Realtors, Buyers and Sellers realistic expectation in a transaction.. HAFA also creates significant financial incentives for  Borrowers (Sellers), Servicers, and Investors to drive growth in Short Sale transactions.
As an organization influencing professionals to exercise their potential as industry leaders we have aligned with AssetPlanUSA to continue that effort and have a positive impact on our communities.

Pre-recorded, 6 module internet based training with PPT presentation (May be taken from anywhere at anytime) Duration: 2 to 3 hours Regular Price: $249 Special WCR Price: $179 WCR Promo Code: APWCR001
Information: HAFA Certification (800) 787-5031 or mailto:snoice@assetplanusa.com

Program Effective through December 31, 2012.  This course includes HAFA updates released on March 26, 2010 by the Treasury Department. To obtain your HAFA Specialist Certification, you must complete the two to three hour video modules and successfully pass the exam.

HAFA Certification

Dear Florida’s Women’s Council of Realtors members:
 
  We are excited to offer a remarkable, current educational opportunity that suits 2010 Real Estate Market:  You can receive HAFA Certification through the on-line course consisting of 6 modules. 
 
  “What is HAFA?”  You may ask.   HAFA represents Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives. HAFA streamlines the process of helping families stay in their homes, in keeping with NAR’s dedication to this premise. You, as a recipient of the HAFA certification, will be positioned to more efficiently serve your clients and to set apart your reputation as a knowledgeable expert in this arena.
 
  Your 2010 Line officers, along with HAFA Liaison, Judy Ramella, invite you to explore the advantages of furthering your Real Estate Expertise through your participation in this exciting opportunity we are providing not only for members of Women’s Council, but for the local association throughout the Florida Realtor Family.
 
Your 2010 Line Officers,
 
Nan, Robin, Diane, Amy, and Penny
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2010 GOVERNING BOARD AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS

PRESIDENT                  RHONDA DINER

PRES ELECT                HEATHER WIGHTMAN

VP MEMBERSHIP           JUDI GIETZEN

TREASURER                KAREN BORING

SECRETARY                CAROL HERRON
 
BYLAWS                     SHARON ZUCCARO

EDUCATION/PROGRAMS   BETH MANCINI

FINANCE                       CATHIE BARTLETT

NOMINATING   /HOSPITALITY         NANCY MARTIN

WAYS AND MEANS                 NANCY DALASKEY

MARKETING                          PAM OLSEN

NEWSLETTER                       RENAY CRAWFORD

AUDIT                                 CATHY HAMILTON

AWARDS                              CAROL BIRON

BUSINESS RESOURCE  
&  STATE FOCUS CHAIR    DEBI CHESEBORO

SPONSORSHIP                        JUDY EUBANKS

TRENDS AND TECHNOLOGY      JEANETTE IGOE

 

NAR Center for Realtor Technology Newsletter

What to Watch For: Newsletter

The National Association of REALTORS® has carefully considered how we can best support you, our members, in these uncertain times. NAR is here to assist you and your business with the Right Tools, Right Now.

ADMINISTRATION RELEASES FEBRUARY LOAN MODIFICATION REPORT “The Making Home Affordable Program”

3/12/2010
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today released February data for the Administration’s Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). As of the end of the month, more than one million borrowers were receiving a median savings of $500 each month , a 36 percent median monthly payment decrease. Permanent modifications have been granted to 170,000 homeowners and an additional 91,800 permanent modifications have been approved by servicers and are pending only borrower acceptance.
The February report can be found here.

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