What's new          May 2008


AABOR's Moving Schedule

The Akron Area Board of REALTORS® operations will remain at 405 South High Street until mid-July.  Exact details of the grand opening at our new location, 565 Wolf Ledges, Akron, OH 44311, will be sent as we finalize moving plans.

REMINDER: CE classes offered during the month of June will be held at HBA's office, 799 White Pond Drive, Akron, OH 44320.
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OAR President's Sale Club Information


The 2008 PSC application is now available.  Entries must be postmarked by July 21, to be accepted.  Transactions claimed must have been closed between July 1, 2007 and June 30, 2008.  Get rules and application.
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NEW! Fair Housing Language Update Effective March 25, 2008
CLICK HERE for Fair Housing Poster and Handout
CLICK HERE for Fair Housing Statement
CLICK HERE for Fair Housing Addendum
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Elected Officials Networking Nite with HBA and AABOR

Join us to thank our local government officials who have supported our local industries and your business!   CLICK HERE for a registration form.
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AABOR Library Items Up for Auction

The Akron Area Board of REALTORS® is conducting a silent auction of all its library items.  Books, cassettes, and videos on a wide array of real estate topics are yours for the highest bid!  Either visit AABOR's office from 9am-5pm Monday-Friday to browse and bid, or CLICK HERE for a list of items.  Bids may be emailed to info@aabor.com.  Just be sure to identify the item, your name and bid.  Proceeds benefit AABOR's scholarship funds--The REALTORS® Foundation and the REALTORS® Diversity Advantage Grant.
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Want to be a Candidate for the Board of Directors?  CLICK HERE for an application.
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To view the May issue of REALTORS INK - CLICK HERE
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Interested in saving time and money?  MEDIATION--the winning solution- CLICK HERE
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Akron's Accolades

At this year's annual Economic Forecast sponsored by HBA and AABOR, audience members were reminded about why Summit County, Ohio is a fantastic place to live, work and play.  As REALTORS, one of your most important roles is one of Ambassador!  CLICK HERE for details.
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A Message to REALTORS from Dan Colantone-CCO of the Greater Akron Chamber  (Greater Akron Chamber Top 10 agency in Hotbed of High-Tech Innovation)

Site Selection Magazine named Greater Akron Chamber as a Top Group for 2007!  Chosen based on four categories: new jobs, new jobs per 10,000 residents, new investments and new investments per 10,000 residents.  Akron was subjected to further criteria, including innovative programs, leadership and customer service.  It's a strong testament to the incredible economic development team we have in the Akron region including the City of Akron, Summit, Portage, and Medina counties as well as the State of Ohio.  For more details on this noteworthy recognition, CLICK HERE.  Three cheers for Akron and economic development in Middle America!

You can share with your customers the good news and great things that are happening in Akron.  CLICK HERE for two documents you can share with your clients.  As you reach out to them, please feel free to refer them to our web portal www.greaterakronchamber.org where they will find further evidence of Akron's growth potential.  The website is loaded with many tools to sell our region.
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Fourteenth Annual Charity Golf Outing Registration - CLICK HERE.  To sponsor this event, CLICK HERE.  If you have any questions, please contact Sherry Waples at the Board office at 330-434-6677.

Events

May 7, 2008:
AABOR/CRIS Orientation - 1:30 p.m.

May 8, 2008:
The Closing - Commemorating the AABOR Building - 4:30-7:00 p.m.

May 10, 2008:
REALTOR'S INK Deadline

May 13-16, 2008
NAR Legislative Meeting - Washington D.C.

May 26, 2008:
BOARD CLOSED - Memorial Day

May 29, 2008: 
            Board of Directors Meeting-9:00 a.m.