May 8, 2017

Board of Directors applications due today, May 8
Wednesday, May 17 (1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Give Yourself a Raise in 2017! | NO CE HOURS
Keep more of your commissions and cut your tax bill in 2017. Here's what you can expect from this fast-paced, informative program:

    • Learn savvy ways to take Entertainment Deductions
    • Mileage Reimbursement: Which method works best for you?
    • Maximize your auto deductions. Discover which make and model offer the best results

Take home tips and tactics to:

    • Keep out of hot water with the IRS
    • Build Ironclad Audit Proof records and discover time-saving strategies
    • Increase Home-Office Deductions. Learn how it's easier and safer for you to do this now
    • Use the 105 Medical Plan and turn your family's medical expenses into tax-favored business expenses

When you're in business for yourself, every day is tax day! 

Bradford and Company, Inc. is a non-biased educational firm. This is not a tax prep class. Since 1989, our seminars have specialized in tax strategies for the self-employed professional.
TWIN CITIES PRIDE
 
We’re looking for volunteers!
 
In our continued commitment to fair housing and homeownership for all, MAAR will again be participating at the 2017 Twin Cities Pride Festival, which will include hosting a booth that will be staffed by REALTOR® volunteers & friends of the Association. Feel free to email Kevin Amundsen, Event Manager, at kevina@mplsrealtor.com with questions.
HOME MATCHMAKER AD CAMPAIGN
 
As the summer season draws near, we encourage you to use the #HOMEMATCHMAKER resources as a benefit to your business. Take advantage of the following assets during the month of May and throughout 2017:
  • Home Matchmaker Toolkit
    • Banner images 
    • Social Post Ideas
    • Memes
    • GIFs    
  • 5-week consumer-facing ad campaign
  • 5-week member engagement promo
  • Purchase Home Matchmaker gear on our website or in our store
Post or share these opportunities on your website and social profiles to be a part of the #HOMEMATCHMAKER revolution!
HOME MATCHMAKER MEMBER PROMO 
Can you post a "Perfect 10?" Here's how to win:
 
1. Share the video to your professional REALTOR® Facebook page
2. Add a catchy title to boost your post
3. Be sure to include #HOMEMATCHMAKER to track shares
The most creative share by May 17 wins one item of Matchmaker merchandise of your choosing and a customized cover photo with your headshot!
WEEKLY MARKET ACTIVITY REPORT
  
Much of the news surrounding the housing market is about climbing prices and continued decreases in inventory on a year-over-year basis. Although prices have been rising steadily, we are only now beginning to reach pre-recession price levels on a national basis, and that's not the rule for all homes and communities. If demand stays strong, unemployment rates continue to dwindle and wages keep consumer confidence high, the market should remain active and interesting. | MORE
UPCOMING CLASSES/EVENTS AT MAAR
 
Wednesday, May 10 - Thursday, May 11 (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
ABR Designation | 12.00 CE Hours | REGISTER
 
Tuesday, May 16 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)
Tuesday Mornings at MAAR: Proper Pricing and Secrets of the CMA | Zoe Liston | INFO
 
Tuesday, May 16 (1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.)
How to Read an Appraisal II | 2.00 CE Hours | REGISTER
 
Wednesday, May 17 (1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Give Yourself a Raise in 2017! | NO CE Hours | REGISTER
 
Thursday, May 18 (1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
Agency and Fair Housing | 2.00 CE Hours | REGISTER
 
Friday, May 19 (9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)
ShowingTime Complete | 2.00 CE Hours | REGISTER
 
Tuesday, May 23 (1:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.)
Identity Theft Prevention: Protecting Your Buyers, Sellers and Yourself | 3.75 CE Hours | REGISTER
Wednesday, May 24 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Build a Few Dressers with us at Bridging Inc. | 201 W 87th Street Bloomington, MN 55420
Join MAAR at Bridging Inc. to build dressers for those in need of furniture.
This will be an interactive team building project. The plan is to build 15 furniture dressers for those in need of housing furniture. No skills required. Fun for all. Bring a REALTOR friend or two with you.
REALTORS® supporting housing for all!
GLOBAL LUNCH 'N LEARNS
 
Thursday, June 22 (11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
What's Your Cultural IQ? | Alisa Poehler | REGISTER
 
Wednesday, August 9 (11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
The Principles of the Feng Shui | Carole J. Hyder | REGISTER
TRENDING
 
TECHNOLOGY
VHT Studios
Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS
5750 Lincoln Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55345