PROView - November 2007 - (Page 1)

�� ON LIN �� EE � � DI TIO N �� Volume 7, Number 9 Monthly Publication of the PINELLAS REALTOR® ORGANIZATION A Division of Pinellas Suncoast Association of REALTORS®, Inc. �� Now is the time to start mapping out your goals for the next year. Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of your business, and any changes in the marketplace that may have occurred and start preparing for how you will position your business with respect to internal and external issues and opportunities. While goal setting certainly is important, even more essential is a game plan outlining what you will do to achieve those goals. In short, you need a marketing plan. �� 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 2007 Oﬃcers Chairman of the Board – Carolyn Kling Chairman-Elect –Patricia Ivers, CRB Treasurer – Barbara Wolfe, SRES Secretary – Heather Smith, GRI Past Chairman – Phil Rogers 2007 Directors Jan Bruzas, CRS, GRI Donna Bryan, ABR Sue Flaig, CRB, CRS, GRI, PMN John Nestor Thomas “Pat” Sanders, GRI Leon Sarkisian, CRB, CRS, GRI Jean Strickland, CRB, CRP Jim Sweetin, e-PRO Advertising Information Gina Bongo (727) 216-3032 Editor Mathias Bergendahl (727) 216-3034 Graphic Artist Katie O’Donnell (727) 216-3019 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© 2006. All Rights Reserved. CONTENTS 2 3 4 6 8 13 14 16 18 20 21 22 23 24 24 25 26 27 29 32 Chairman’s Notes My Year in Review The Long View The Long View Waiting Room Waiting Room Page 8 Brokerage Design Protecting Your “Rep” On The Internet Feature Charting the Course for Next Year: Building Your Marketing Plan ProActive 2008 RPAC Fundraising Chair ProActive Legislature Sends New Property Tax Reform Ammendment to Voters Marketing Twelve Step Plan to Make You Feel Better About this Market Finance Year-End Tax Season Preparation MLS Participation Fee Rebate What is RPAC? 2007 RPAC Donor Appreciation Marketplace Analysis Home Sales Report MLS Update MLS Mind Your Manners Your 2008 Memebrship Dues Upcoming Events Calendar of Events & Programs November / December PROBIZ IDX Welcome New PRO Members and Affiliates November / December 2007 1 PINELLAS REALTOR ORGANIZATION ®

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PROView - November 2007 Contents Chairman’s Notes: My Year in Review The Long View: The Long View Waiting Room: Waiting Room Brokerage Design: Protecting Your “Rep” On The Internet Feature: Charting the Course for Next Year: Building Your Marketing Plan ProActive: 2008 RPAC Fundraising Chair ProActive: Legislature Sends New Property Tax Reform Ammendment to Voters Marketing: Twelve Step Plan to Make You Feel Better About this Market Finance: Year-End Tax Season Preparation What is RPAC? 2007 RPAC Donor Appreciation Marketplace Analysis Home Sales Report MLS Update MLS Mind Your Manners Your 2008 Memebrship Dues Upcoming Events Calendar of Events & Programs: November / December PROBIZ: IDX Welcome: New PRO Members and Affiliates

PROView - November 2007

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