PROView - October 2008 - (Page 1) PR O-R In Fo cu e Ca comm s: nd e Pa idate nded ge s 8 Octo ealto llasr r.org ber 20 08 Volume 8, Number 9 Monthly Publication of the PINELLAS REALTOR® ORGANIZATION A Division of Pinellas Suncoast Association of REALTORS®, Inc. w ne ww.pi the ey to the K t? g for ke mer rchin nal Mar Your Custo Sea atio Know tern g to In e By G Start 4 Page ttin Repo PRO Member Center 4590 Ulmerton Road Clearwater, FL 33762 Tel: (727) 347-7655 Fax: (727) 347-0779 PRO Tech Support Desk 344-PROS (7767) helpdesk@tampabayrealtor.com President / CEO Ann Guiberson, CAE 2008 Officers Chairman of the Board – Pat Ivers, CRB Chairman-Elect – Victor Adamo Treasurer – Heather Smith, GRI Secretary – Jean Strickland, CRB, CRP Past Chairman – Carolyn Kling 2008 Directors Jan Bruzas, CRS, GRI Donna Bryan, ABR Sue Flaig, CRB, CRS, GRI, PMN Trace Meek John Rurkowski Pat Sanders, GRI Leon Sarkisian, CRB, CRS, GRI Barb Wolfe, SRES Editor Mathias Bergendahl, CAE (727) 216-3034 Graphic Artist William Cote With the exception of articles and materials from other publications reprinted in the PROView, members of the PINELLAS REALTOR® ORGANIZATION are hereby authorized to reproduce articles appearing in this magazine provided such reproduction gives the following credit: Reprinted from the PROView, PINELLAS REALTOR® ORGANIZATION. Advertisements may not be reproduced without permission from the advertiser. Articles in this publication express the opinion of the PINELLAS REALTOR® ORGANIZATION. Every effort has been made to assure accuracy; however, neither the advertiser, the editor, the publisher or the Association shall be responsible for errors and/or omissions contained herein. Advertising is accepted at the discretion of the Association. Advertising products or services herein shall not be construed to be a promotion, approval or endorsement by PINELLAS REALTOR® ORGANIZATION. Copyright© 2008. All Rights Reserved. PROA ctive era • Brok ge De sign rke • Ma An tplace alysis • Home s Sales S rt • ML The gates to the international real estate market have no doubt opened in light of currency exchange rates now being quite favorable to foreign buyers. Are you interested in reaching foreign buyers? While learning the technical aspects of conducting transactions with foreign clients obviously is essential, consider learning about the Upda te cultures you wish to serve as well. Page 4 Contents 2 4 8 10 12 13 14 16 17 19 20 Chairman’s Notes Feature Story PROActive Election Season is in Full Swing – Now is the Time to Make Your Voice Heard Searching for the Key to the International Market? In Focus: PRO-Recommended Candidates Will You Enter the Race? August Numbers Resemble Those of July Brokerage Design Marketplace Analysis Home Sales Report MLS Update Tempo - PC Setup and Preparation Checklist MLS Mind Your Manners Calendar of Events & Programs New REALTOR® and Affiliate Members Technology Websites PRO Adds New Consumer Search To Consumer PINELLAS REALTOR® ORGANIZATION October 2008 1
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