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contributions to the REALTOR® Action Fund.
weather in the Bay Area is generally
year, and a large number of DAR members
2013 DAR PRESIDENT SCOTT MACINTYRE
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THE MARKET HEATING UP? October
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The Delta Harvest Run had 719 runners this
the mildest time of the year.
helped Wendy
scorching hot days fade
in getting this event
evenings tend to cool down.
is coming up
market should heat up.
5, and Cathleen
October should show
working hard on
September. Kids are back
evening. Replica will
over, and people get back
thru the night, and we
The winds die down, the
Shearer as volunteers
away, and the mornings &
done. Rocktoberfest
If history holds true the
Saturday, October Griebling has been
an uptick in sales over
promoting this fun
in school, vacations are
be rockin’ & rolling
to their routines. For many
are anticipating great
this is time to get into the home buying
weather and a good time. Remember that
temporary jump, and inventories don’t
support local scholarships and food banks.
this summer. Remember that many
I just got out of the packed room for the
mode. Rates are moving down after a
seem to be in short supply as they were
all monies made from the Foundation events
buyers want to close before year’s end
Carol Rodoni “State of the Economy” seminar
included in a purchase.
Home Buyers Protection. If you have never
So now that the heat is over, the kids
say more with one breath then most of us
vacation, get back in the groove, call
outlook on the next three to four years for our
do to help them achieve their goals by
give it your all during this time, and you will
to take advantage of tax breaks that are
sponsored by Diana Esias at First American heard Carol speak, shame on you. She can
are back in school, and you’ve had your
can say in a day. She has a very positive
your past clients, and see what you can
ndustry. Don’t let it pass you by: be ready to
year’s end. FINISH STRONG!
be rewarded for your hard work.
Member Participation in 2013 showed a
Melanie Akey will be the Chair of the DAR
Last Tuesday’s Pittsburg/Antioch
is looking for Member volunteers to work
affiliates, amd Wednesday’s Brentwood/
membership and the public regarding issues
thru rate on our own Delta Currents
that our members make to our communities.
favorable trend related to DAR activities.
Public Relations Committee in 2014. She
marketing meeting had 30+ agents and
with her to get the word out to both our
Oakley meeting had over 60. Our click
facing our industry and the contributions
Newsletter is one of the highest in
If you would like to be a part of this great
the Bay Area. So were our monetary DELTACURRENTS
committee contact Melanie at 925 354 0515.
OCTOBER 2013 Delta Association of REALTORS速 3428 Hillcrest Avenue, Suite 200, Antioch, CA 94531 Phone 925 757 8283
2013 DIRECTORS Andy Blasquez Mary Jane Dukellis Cathie Marples Jodi Marfia Errol Mooney Lori Ogorchock Rena Provencio Ramesh Suman Lynn Valintis
Fax 925 757 8393 info@deltaaor.com
STAFF John Bedford, Association Executive john@deltaaor.com Tonia Nielsen, Chief Operations Officer tonia@deltaaor.com Jean Ruelas, Manager- Retail Operations jean@deltaaor.com
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2013 OFFICERS Scott MacIntyre, President Ron Keefer, President-Elect James Britto, Treasurer Cecily Tippery, Immediate Past President John Bedford, Secretary
Delta Currents is the official monthly publication of the Delta Association of REALTORS速. Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of this publication, errors may occur. DAR shall not be held liable for misinformation, typographical errors, omissions, and/or misprints in editorial and/or advertising materials. Delta Currents is published by Michelle Manos Design.
To advertise in Delta Currents, contact Michelle Manos at 831 869 5084 or michelle@michellemanosdesign.com
Ron Greenslade, Chief Financial Officer rong@deltaaor.com Barbara Baham, Members Service Director barbara@deltaaor.com
2013 DAR HOURS
Tuesday - Friday 8:00am www.deltaaor.com - 5:00pm Monday 9:00am - 5:00pm
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The Third Annual Delta Harvest Run, a major fundraiser for your Delta REALTORS® Community Service Foundation, was held Sunday September 15. The event has tripled in size and participation, with over 700 runners from all over America and Canada taking the starting line for the 1/2 Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Family Fun Run Races. In addition, the Pasta Feed fundraiser, held the night before the race at the Diamond Hills Athletic Club, was also a success, with over 150 hungry attendees. Congratulations & kudos to Wendy Shearer (Race Director and DRCSF Board Member), The DRCSF Board, and the HUGE support crew of REALTORS®, Affiliates, and volunteers for their hard work and time spent in making this event the “runaway” success it has become! Take a bow, gang! Special thanksRick Felix for all the wonderful photographs!
3rd Annual Delta Harvest Run: A
Runaway Success!
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ANTIOCH/PITTSBURG/BAYPOINT Every Tuesday Delta Association of REALTORS® 3428 Hillcrest Avenue, Ste. 200, Antioch 8:30am • $2 For more information call Ramesh Suman, Majestic Homes, 779-1234, or Ralph Garrow Jr., Ralph Garrow Real Estate, 366-6676
DISCOVERY BAY/BYRON MARKETING MEETING & TOUR 1st and 3rd Tuesday Board Walk Grill at the Marina, Discovery Bay 9:00am • $1 For more information call LeeAnn Seamann 634-2224 at Marples & Associates Group does use Paragon to schedule homes on tour. Tours are Caravan and must be in by Noon on Monday.
OAKLEY/BETHEL ISLAND/ BRENTWOOD/KNIGHTSEN MARKETING MEETING & TOUR Every Wednesday Black Bear Diner, 3201 Main Street, Oakley • 8:30am • $2 For more information contact Dan Barnes, Tour Coordinator, 759-4648. Group will use Paragon to schedule homes on tour.
Mike Stoiber, LUTCF 130 E Leland Rd Ste B Pittsburg, CA. 94565-4954 925-432-2961 Fax 925-432-8219 License #315314
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CONTRA COSTA REALTORS® IN MOTION CONTRA COSTA NORTH Martinez, Pacheco, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek, Clayton, Clyde Every Tuesday 8:30am • $10 Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Rd., Concord Doors open at 8am for breakfast www.ccrim.info
REALTORS® MARKETING ASSOCIATION CONTRA COSTA SOUTH Danville, San Ramon, Blackhawk, Diablo, Alamo Every Thursday San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon 8:30am • $5 Doors open at 8am for breakfast No formal tour www.RMAtoday.com
INFORMAL TOURS Martinez, Pacheco, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek, Clayton,Clyde, Rossmoor, Orinda, Lafayette, Moraga Tuesday between 9:00am and 2:00pm Danville, San Ramon, Blackhawk, Diablo, Alamo Thursday between 9:00am & 2:00pm
New Members Orientation Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2013 8:30 a.m. – 12 noon To register call DAR office 757-8283
GRI Class Legal Issues Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. To register call GRI at 888-785-4800 or www.eDesignations.com New Members Orientation Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2013 8:30 a.m. – 12 noon To register call DAR office 757-8283 GRI Class Money Making Strategies for Success Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. To register call GRI at 888-785-4800 or www.eDesignations.com
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EBRDI Paragon Training Free to MLS Subscribers Steven Pean, Instructor Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2013 9 a.m. – 12 noon Paragon 5 Essentials Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2013 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Become a CloudCMA Expert and other programs To register call EBRDI at 363-2333 Or logon to EBRDI.com
All Classes are held at the Delta Association of REALTORS®, 3428 Hillcrest Ave., Suite 200,
Antioch, except as otherwise noted
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DELTA Association Members, new or seasoned, the list of membership benefits is staggering. Are you taking advantage of what’s being offered? Here are just a few in the Benefits category involving training and education: • Training at the local association, seminars in our conference center MLS – Paragon Training • Training offered by CAR such as “Learn My Way” • Forms Tutor and Forms Advisor, a CAR benefit for zipForm 6 • Mandatory Ethics Training for the Board of Directors, Grievance. and Professional Standards Committees • Mandatory Ethics Training and Orientation to the Delta Association (for all new members)
Oct. 5
DRCSF Rocktoberfest
6 p.m. -11 p.m.
Oct. 8
Public Relations Committee Meeting
9 a.m - 10 a.m.
Oct. 9 – 12 CAR Long Beach Oct. 14
DAR Closed Columbus Day
Oct. 15
Business Technology Committee Meeting
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Oct. 15
Membership Committee Meeting
11 a.m. - 12 noon
Oct. 15
DRCSF Board Meeting
1:30 p.m. -
Oct. 16
New Members Orientation
8:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Oct. 17
Local Government Relations Committee Meeting
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Oct. 17
Executive Committee Meeting
12 noon -1:30 p.m.
Oct. 17
Strategic Planning Committee Meeting
2 p.m. -
Oct. 22
Budget &Finance Committee Meeting
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Oct. 22
Education Committee Meeting
2 p.m. -
3 p.m.
Oct. 23
GRI 102-104 Trust Fund Management – Fair Housing 8 a.m. -
5 p.m.
Oct. 23
Bylaws Committee Meeting
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Oct. 24
Board of Directors Meeting
9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Nov. 6-7
NAR meeting San Francisco
Nov 11
DAR Closed Veterans Day
Nov. 12
Public Relations Committee Meeting
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Nov 14
Local Government Relations Committee Meeting
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Nov. 14
EBRDI Listingbook
9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Nov. 14
Executive Committee Meeting
12 noon -
Nov. 14
Strategic Planning Committee Meeting
2 p.m. -
Nov. 19
Business & Technology Committee Meeting
9 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Nov. 19
Education Committee Meeting
11 a.m. - 12 noon
Nov. 19
DRCSF Board Meeting
1:30 p.m. -
Nov 20
Bylaws Committee Meeting
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Nov. 21
Board of Directors Meeting
9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Nov. 26
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Nov. 26
Education Committee Meeting
2 p.m. -
Nov. 27
DAR Closed Half Day
12 noon -
3 p.m.
2 p.m. 3 p.m.
3 p.m.
3 p.m. 5 p.m.
DAR Closed
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Maria Williams Prudential California Realty 2510 Sand Creek Rd., Brentwood 634-3200 FAX 634-3393 Steven Tejada Realty World Pigati & Russell 100 Cartona Way, Brentwood 513-4004 FAX 513-4330 Amber Eschwig RE/MAX Blue Line 5005 Lone Tree Way, Ste. C, Antioch 754-6100 FAX 298-4008 Janet Mass RE/Max Blue Line 2200 Sand Creek Rd, Ste. E, Brentwood 634-4500 FAX 298-4008
BROKERS Lisa Hultz Lisa Hultz, Broker 233 Rolando Ave., Brentwood 634-1116 FAX 240-9020
AFFILIATES Jason Whitney Whitney Tile 1217 Silverton Way, Brentwood 525-5862 FAX 516-0082
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE Meghan Diehl is now with J. Rockcliff Realtors at 1700 North Main St., Walnut Creek 280-8500 FAX 280-8599 Rosa Ramos is now with Prudential California Realty at 2510 Sand Creek Rd., Brentwood 634-3200 FAX 634-3393 Trudy Vierra is now with Prudential California Realty at 2510 Sand Creek Rd., Brentwood 634-3200 FAX 634-3393 Marcy Torres is now with The McClearen Group at P.O. Box 1591, Discovery Bay 240-3666 Nicholas Smith is now with RE/MAX Blue Line at 5005 Lone Tree Way, Ste., C, Antioch 754-6100 FAX 754-6120 Robin Nelson is now with WR Properties at 561 First St., Brentwood 634-3100 FAX 634-3190
Craig McClearen The McClearen Group P.O. Box 1591, Discovery Bay 240-3666 John Canning WR Properties 651 First St., Brentwood 634-3100 FAX 634-3190
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REALTORS速 Amsale Addison Keller Williams 191 Sand Creek Rd., Brentwood 634-0003 FAX 634-4427
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