OCTOBER 2024 NEWSLETTER
OFFICE UPDATES
CELEBRATIONS
Weekly Sales Meeting
Every Thursday @ 9:30am
Weekly Broker Tour
October 3rd - Area 145, 146 & 147
October 10th - Area 148, 149 & 150
October 17th - Area 145, 146 & 147
October 24th - Area 148, 149 & 150
October 31st - ALL AREAS
Client Connectivity Newsletter
Wednesday, October 9th
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Legal Lunch
Thursday, October 24th
Birthdays
8th - Saeko Steffens 13th - Jackie Killoran
Anniversaries 7/2019 - Carrie Carollo
FREE HOME ANNIVERSARY CARDS
A Simple Way to Reconnect with Clients!
Hey everyone!
Just a quick reminder that we ' ve got Home Anniversary cards available at the front desk, and they're FREE for all brokers to use until further notice!
This is a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with your past clients, and a simple, thoughtful gesture like th can go a long way in keeping your relationships strong. These cards a ready to go and can be personalize with your message, making it easy show your clients you ' re thinking o them on their special day.
Take advantage of this while they’re available, and start incorporating these cards into your client follow-up routine.
It's a great touchpoint and a perfect way to remind your clients of the value you brought to their homebuying or selling experience
NAR TO PROVIDE ABR COURSEWORK AT NO COST
NAR has announced that it will provide its members with no-cost access to the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation course, helping REALTORS® communicate their value to buyers in this ever-evolving real estate landscape.
The ABR® course, a $295 value, focuses on “the key information and skills you need today when working with buyers, so you can be prepared to articulate and demonstrate your value and help buyers understand written buyer representation agreements,” says NAR President Kevin Sears
From late February through the end of the year, members can complete the course via a live interactive webinar or online at their own pace.
What you’ll learn in the ABR Course: Buyer Representation Agreements and Buyer Counseling Sessions
1. Navigate Each Step of the Buyer Side Transaction Process
2. Communicating Your Value as A Buyer’s Representative 3.
No-Cost Offer Ends 12/31/24
INDUSTRY NEWS
NWMLS Forms Revisions Reminder
Legal Bulletin 226
On page one of the purchase and sale agreement, the specific term titled “Buyer Brokerage Compensation”
e seller is not offering any buyer kerage compensation - and the
obligations at closing. To do this, fill in the amount of “Seller’s Offer” (e g $7,000) and the “Amount to be Paid by Seller” (e.g. $5,000). Check the “Addendum for Buyer Credit” box and attach and complete the Addendum for
IMPORTANT: New BOI Reporting RequirementMandatory for ALL Business Owners
The U.S. Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FINCEN) has introduced a new reporting requirement called Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI). If you own a business, or part of one, you are required to file under strict deadlines to avoid severe penalties, including fines of $500 per day and other enforceable actions.
KEY DEADLINES:
- Businesses formed before 01/01/24: Filing is due by 12/31/24.
- Businesses formed after 12/31/23: Filing is due within 90 days in 2024.
Filing on the BOI website is FREE and the process is straightforward. It is highly recommended that you complete your filing as soon as possible to stay compliant
For more information, visit the BOI website and check out the BOI-FAQ –a great resource!
Michelle
MEDIA & MARKETING
Join us this October 1st through 31st for our Kitsap regional Scare Away Hunger Food Drive. We’re collecting food, non-food essentials, cooking and baking items, and condiments to help families in need.
Donations can be dropped off between 9 AM to 5 PM at any John L Scott office in Silverdale, Poulsbo, or Port Orchard.
Additionally, the marketing materials, including flyers, postcards, paper bags, and pickup schedules, make it easy to engage your community in the fight against hunger.
Distribute donation paper bags and pick them up at a scheduled date, bring bins to open houses, and spread the word with flyers and postcards to maximize participation. These tools help raise awareness and make it simple for your clients and neighbors to get involved in this impactful cause.
Feel free to reach out to me for any of your marketing needs, and contact Taylor for support with your listings and transactions. We're always here to help!
SUBMIT YOUR FLYER REQUEST HERE!
CLIENT CONNECTIVITY NEWSLETTER
Next Pickup Date - Wednesday, October 9th
REGULAR VERSION
This includes:
LUXURY VERSION
This includes:
Feature luxury restaurants (Kitsap/Seattle)
No coupons available—focus on making reservations
Highlight JLS main event/local event
Showcase upcoming events (Kitsap/Seattle)
Luxury Housing Update
Kitsap Housing Update
Main Highlighted JLS/Local Event
Upcoming Events in the Kitsap area
Special Offer Coupon from local restaurants
Happy October!! Summer has ended - but the busy season has not! We are in full swing with listings coming on the market daily and deals are piling in. The market remains attractive for first-time homebuyers and investors alike, with a variety of properties available Close communication is vital to facilitate successful transactions in this vibrant market, enabling clients to seize opportunities and achieve their real estate goals.
As a broker, utilizing social media and online platforms to showcase listings, engage with potential buyers, and create targeted advertising campaigns is key in getting your listing first in line for buyers to see.
NOW is the time to get your marketing pieces in line so you can smoothly go from listing-to deal-to close with ease. Tristine and I would be happy to help shape your marketing and coordination into what you need, ensuring consistency and accuracy in your future listings and deals
As always, we are here for YOU and your business, your business represents us too and we love making the best possible version of what quality and professionalism you can bring to the table. Come chat with us...we don't bite. Thank you to all my brokers - and anyone thinking about joining my team - you are what makes my job something I look forward to being apart of each day!
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John Corrigan
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