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Transcript of 2012 & 2013 Annual Report
2012 & 2013advocacy
professionalismcommunity
eNew
s
networking
ethics
busin
ess
resour
ces
advoc
acy
HOWNW.com
ombud
sman
Masters Circle
PMAR.org
Community
sustainability
professionalism
best
practi
ces
public relations
dispute resolution
YPN: Young
Pros
Network
risk
management edu
cation
2012 PMAR by the numbers
advocacy professionalism community
190+Volunteers gave their
time to committees or
other PMAR leadership
positions. THANK YOU!
41+Transactional dispute resolutions facilitated by PMAR through our free ombudsman program, ethics hearings, buyer/seller dispute resolution system, or arbitration/mediation.
55+Visits by Governmental Affairs advocates with elected officials and municipal leaders to advocate for Realtors®’ right to do business.
$30,096+Realtor® PAC investments voluntarily contributed by PMAR members to protect their business.
5,000+People visited HOWNW.com in 2012 to find homeownership information without obligation.
1,900+Attendees at
continuing
education and
networking
events.
you asked and we delivered 2012...sustainability resourcesNew sustainability resource website, www.pmar.org/green, features a directory of available tax and financial incentives for “green” remodels. Use the site to educate yourself and be the resource to your clients on healthy homes, green building, and much more.
...a fresh approachIn 2012, PMAR launched a local Young Professionals Network. Their first two events were packed with young (and young at heart) agents meeting, mingling and sharing tools for success.
...eNews 2012 marked the debut of our new e-publication, eNews, with in-depth articles by your fellow Realtors® on transactional etiquette and ethics, time management, working with appraisers and more.
...advocacyEnsured the ability to use For Sale and Open House signs in Sherwood and Wil-sonville without having to pay a fee.
Educated candidates for public office on the value of homeownership and the im-portance of the Realtors®’ right to conduct business.
Met with members of U.S. Congress to advocate preservation of the Mortgage Interest Deduction.
PMAR is an association deeply rooted in providing value to its members. Your dues dollar works very hard for you at PMAR to deliver value in excess of the price. — Jeff Wiren, RE/MAX Equity Group
In just the legislative arena alone, I can think of dozens of things that could have almost killed our business were it not for the diligence of your Realtor® Association. —Gary Taylor, Summa Professionals Real Estate Group
financial integrityCPA Firm, Hoffman, Stewart and Schmidt stated in PMAR’s 2012 audit:
“PMAR’s financial procedures are sound and its financial statements are an accurate reflection of its financial position.”
2013 follow the money
2013 PMAR REVENUEFORECAST
Contract Services
New Mbr Applications
Sponsorships/Other
Membership Dues
Class Fees
2013 PMAR EXPENSEFORECAST
Advocacy
Comunications & PR
Administration/Operations
Leadership & Governance
Membership Education
Risk Management
financial integrityCPA Firm, Hoffman, Stewart and Schmidt stated in PMAR’s 2012 audit:
“PMAR’s financial procedures are sound and its financial statements are an accurate reflection of its financial position.”
new programs 2013
aging in placeReal estate is the largest single asset held by households headed by someone 65 or older, according to Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies. Our homeownership resource site, HOWNW.com is about to get even better with new resources that could help seniors live in their homes longer.
get socialPMAR will establish niche industry groups on Facebook, giving members the opportunity to discuss real estate issues in-depth. Are you a one-person shop looking for a network of support? A new agent needing help? We’ve got your back.
rethinking educationIn 2013, we’re focusing on what we excel at—education with trusted, expert speakers. We’ll continue to offer one of the best LARRC classes around. Low-cost classes with CE credit at the RMLSTM Trade Fair. Breakfast seminars for members who work with commercial and investor clients. And, for the first time, we’re offering webinars—earn CE credit without leaving your office.
T he true value of PMAR is that you have an entire Association working hard daily to make sure you have the tools available to conduct your real estate business. —Michele Gila, Roots Realty
T he educational events are always worthwhile, and I feel that I owe it to my clients to be well informed on matters that could affect them. — Debi Laue, The Hasson
Company, Realtors®
I appreciate PMAR’s contribution to our industry
as the glue that binds us
all together in the best
and worst of times. —Betsy Shand, Residential Realty
Northwest, LLC
2013 getting involved at PMARHomeownership Opportunities These homeownership superheroes spread the word about opportunities for all to access the American Dream and ensure HOWNW.com stays up-to-date and relevant. More info: E-mail Brian
Governmental Affairs
You don’t have to be a policy
wonk to join. You just have to
care about your community
and your business. Issues
tackled include property
rights, regional growth, open
house signage, and more.
More info: E-mail Brian
Sustainable PracticesPassionate about sustainability issues? Members will continue to develop www.pmar.org/green as the go-to “green” resource for members, and encourage sustainable real estate practices. More info: E-mail Elizabeth
Pro Standards/Grievance Brainstorm with your peers how to handle real-life transactional situations with the highest professionalism and ethics. In-depth training provided; members are called upon for arbitration and ethics hearings. More info: E-mail Susan
Public Relations
Social, creative and savvy
marketers welcome. Members
serve as ambassadors to
other committees and work
on media strategies as well as
member communications and
PMAR.org. More info: E-mail
Elizabeth
Young Professionals NetworkJoin PMAR’s YPN for invitations to great events, new ideas and fresh perspectives on industry topics, and the opportunity to get involved in your local association. More info: E-mail Elissa
My involvement has given me insights into our business and provided me opportunities to build relationships with other Realtors®. —Debi Laue, The Hasson Company, Realtors®