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Happy Memorial Day Weekend! NMAR Office Closed

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We hope you have a thoughtful Memorial Day weekend and a happy unofficial start to summer! NMAR will be closed on Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day! Memorial Day is a time to remember all those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our nation, "may we never forget that freedom isn't free."- Sg.t Major Bill Paxton -NMAR Staff
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Sell-a-brate the American Dream

By Nathan MacGregor posted 5 days ago
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There is less than a month left until the biggest Realtor® Celebration of the year! Did you know that the Realtor® Celebration is on Flag Day! On June 14th, 1777 the Second Continental Congress adopted the stars and stripes to be our flag! But the first national observance of Flag Day was 100 years after the original resolution on June 14, 1877. You are invited to attend, cheer on, and commemorate Flag Day at this year's Annual REALTOR® Celebration on 6/14/2023 at 05:00 PM. Sell-a-brate with fellow members and affiliates, recognizing the prestigious REALTOR® of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Jean Carter Spirit Award Recipient, and honorable Good Neighbor ...
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Real Estate Scams Happening-Watch Out! (New Updates 4/17/23)

By Nathan MacGregor posted 04-12-2023
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Submitted By Erica Wirtala, Public Affairs Director Realtors® and title companies are reporting to NMAR that there are scammers working the NW Montana area pretty hard lately and everyone needs to be on their toes! It has become such a problem nation-wide that the FBI would like to hear from those who have been involved as a Realtor® or property owner of a scam. Scammers are trying to sell property that does not belong to them without the true owner aware of the situation! They typically target vacant land and/or properties that are not encumbered with a mortgage or a lien, and/or the owner lives out of the area. The scammer can ‘spoof’ a real owner’s ...
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Congratulations NMAR GRI Graduates

By Nathan MacGregor posted 04-12-2023
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This year a group of five Realtors® headed their way down to Billings missing the snow and the many headaches of traveling in the springtime to invest in their career! This designation is no small feat! Northwest Montana Association of Realtors® would like to congratulate all those who attended and graduated from this wonderful program, NMAR Members: Sarah Stahlberg, Dema Weil, Michael Hodges, Denise Lafaver, and Tresha Holden. Sarah Stahlberg Dema Weil Michael Hodges ...
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Mineral Rights | May 24th

By Nathan MacGregor posted 04-11-2023
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May 24th 8:00am-12:00pm Understanding the ownership of Minerals is generally very misunderstood. This course will give Real Estate Agents an understanding of the laws associated with mineral ownership vs. surface ownership of fee simple land, state owned land, federally owned land, and mining claims. A portion of this course will be presented under Mineral rights. Mineral ownership is superior ownership of the land and they include the right to sell or part of the interest, the right to enter the land to produce and carry on production activities, the right to lease the mineral rights to others, and the right to create fractional shares of the mineral interest. ...
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NMAR is seeking ROTY & Rookie Nominations

By Nathan MacGregor posted 04-05-2023
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NMAR looks to you for nominations for the most deserving Realtors®. Yes, it is that time of year again! Do you know a Realtor® who deserves to be recognized? The REALTOR® of the Year is the most prestigious of all REALTOR® awards. This highest honor is given annually to a member who best portrays to the public the highest of professional skills, business ethics and practices that we consider exemplary in our industry. Qualifications Nomination Form Do you know a Rookie who has shown growth professionally and community involvement throughout their first years as a Real Estate Agent? Rookie of the Year Award recognizes a new REALTOR® member who best ...
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Water Rights | May 10th

By Nathan MacGregor posted 03-28-2023
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May 10th 8:00am-12:00pm The difference between legal and illegal water use is critical in the state of Montana. All Buyers and Sellers should be aware of the difference before they buy or sell. How do you know? What is a water right? How do you get one? How do you navigate the various websites? Virtual | In-Person
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Ride With the Brand at MAR Spring Meetings

By Nathan MacGregor posted 03-23-2023
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We're one month out from this great event! MAR First Vice President Robin Wallace invites you to NAR's Riding With the Brand Tour on April 19th at the MAR Spring Meetings! #RidingWithTheBrand Register today and check out the schedule! MAR 2023 Spring Business Meeting & Riding With The Brand
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Real Estate Safety Business Building and Technology | April 25th

By Nathan MacGregor posted 03-22-2023
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Tracey Hawkins takes us on a journey to discover the safety protocols of building a business in the quickly evolving realm of technology. Tracey aka "Tracey, the Safety Lady" founded SAFETY AND SECURITY SOURCE in the year 1995 in Kansas City, Missouri to address personal safety, home security, and auto safety on the road. Hawkins was selected by RISMedia as a Newsmaker in 2022. Cybersecurity? ChatGPT? Let's get down to business with real conversation about evolving technology and AI with Tracey Hakwins. Spots are still available for this class on April 25th. Tracey will be here the whole day. Youtube Newest Video View ...
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Good Neighbor Awards - NMAR 2023

By Nathan MacGregor posted 03-15-2023
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NMAR is proud to present a Good Neighbor Award for the year 2023! An award to recognize those who have made an extraordinary impact on their community through volunteer work. Summary of Criteria and Eligibility Nominees must be members of Northwest Montana Association of REALTORS® in good standing. Nominees should have contributed to a program that improves the livability of a community. Those activities aren’t limited to real estate or housing issues. Nominees should have made a significant contribution of personal time, but contributions of money, materials, or other resources will be considered by the judges as well. Nominees ...
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Supervising Broker Pre-Endorsement Course | May 17th

By Nathan MacGregor posted 02-27-2023
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Join NMAR and MOR with Teri Angela Klein-Hughes and Travis Martinez. A great course for brokers who want to step up their leadership role in their brokerage. So you think you want to be a Supervising Broker? Soaking in a hot tub is the only time you should be in hot water! Instructors Angela Klein-Hughes and Travis Martinez will teach attendees the proper ways to manage agents that is in compliance with the Board of Realty Regulation. The biggest complaint in our industry is the lack of supervision. Angela and Travis will make sure this complaint is not directed at you. REGISTER NOW: Virtual | In-Person COST: $300 | 8 CE CREDITS ...
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Join Chelsea Peitz for two amazing classes! | March 30th

By Nathan MacGregor posted 02-22-2023
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Chelsea Peitz (rhymes with lights), is an internationally recognized real estate keynote speaker whose superpower is breaking down complex concepts into actionable, easy-to-execute social media strategies. For over a decade, Chelsea has taught the real estate community how to leverage social media and technology to build a powerful personal brand and develop content that generates real leads without feeling ‘salesy.’ Chelsea became a licensed real estate agent in 2001 B.F. (Before Facebook) and did business the “old fashioned” way for over a decade. While no longer an active agent, Chelsea continued to work within this niche and merge old-school strategies ...
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The NMAR office will be closed in observance of President's Day Monday, February 20th

By Nathan MacGregor posted 02-17-2023
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The NMAR office will be closed in observance of Presidents Day Monday, February 20th. Learn More Presidents' Day- History, Date & Holiday - HISTORY
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Supervising Broker Update | March 16th

By Nathan MacGregor posted 02-16-2023
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View video Supervising Broker Update - only for those Brokers who hold that endorsement. This class takes on a different approach for Supervising Brokers. Angela and Travis bring the latest and hottest topics that are sweeping the state. The course is to assist you with what is happening right now, how to handle these situations and more importantly, how to train your agents. This course is educational to not only assist in training your agents better but to educate your clients on issues. The course is engaging and full of discussion. After all, we learn from others' experiences. This course will not disappoint. Virtual | In-Person
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Realtor® Day at the Capitol | 2023

By Nathan MacGregor posted 02-15-2023
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Realtor® Day at the Capitol commenced on February 9th with a big gathering at the Rotunda of the Capitol building for burgers, salads, and fries. Food and conversations helped set up conversations about the issues we are facing in Northwest Montana. Realtors® across the state met with their Legislatures to talk about Realtor® priorities for the 2023 Session. We want to thank all those who took part in advocating for property rights and homeownership in Northwest Montana. Are you interested in what is happening in the legislative sessions at the Capitol? Or what bills could affect Lincoln County, Lake County, and Flathead County. Contact our Public Affairs ...
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YPN Hosts Builders & Brews | Brannigans February 7th

By Nathan MacGregor posted 02-15-2023
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Last week, Your Professional Network (YPN) of NMAR hosted a very successful event in the intimate second floor Bar at Brannigans in Kalispell, Montana with over 119 attendees: builders, construction workers, commercial builders, residential builders, financial institutions, Realtors®, and everyone in between. The event at times with hot topic questions produced a friendly and candid environment that allowed for the discussion of pertinent questions about the building market, supply chain questions, and the relationship of Realtors® with builders. (Photo Above: Brock Anderson talking about the Kalispell Student Build Project) Brock Anderson, a Program ...
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Bias Override & Negotiate with Confidence | March 6th Classes

By Nathan MacGregor posted 02-06-2023
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Monica Neubauer is coming to Kalispell, March 6th!! A national K eynote and Motivational Speaker specializing in sales, real estate, entrepreneurship and communication with laughter, strategic problem solving and real-time relevance. Monica is passionate about helping people be more decisive about their careers and personal lives. View Video Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing helps real estate professionals interrupt stereotypical thinking so they can avoid fair housing pitfalls and provide equal professional service to every customer or client. Participants will examine the history of bias in real estate, learn about the mind science of identity, ...
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I gotta get those forms & be professional!!! | Forms 101 & 102

By Nathan MacGregor posted 01-30-2023
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Learn with the stories and real-life examples from Angela Klein-Hughes and Terri Welborn in Forms 101 and Forms 102. They will go over the new 2023 requirements for the files you need in the event you are audited. So, you think you're a professional? Discuss the importance of professionalism, and different business practices you can implement today. View Video This course will cover the following forms: Relationships Property Disclosure Statement Listing Agreement Authorization/Consent for Communication Mold Disclosure Lead-Based Point Disclosure Lock Box Authorization Conditional Release from Listing Agreement ...
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Kick off and Cram it in

By Nathan MacGregor posted 01-25-2023
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It's that time of year!!! Kick-off and Cram will be starting our 2023 Continuing Education year with a whirlwind of learning on January 31st and February 1st. With an intense six classes, two days, and twelve credits, this won't be an experience you want to miss. Remember, you need to purchase an Education Voucher (name changed from Education Membership) through the member portal . If you do not purchase an Education Voucher, you will have to pay per class at a Non-Member Rate. Education Voucher is $130 which includes registration access to all classes being offered for the 2023 year. Learn how to register for classes. Jan. 31st with Josh ...
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NMAR Office hours 12/30-1/3

By Nathan MacGregor posted 12-28-2022
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I hope you are having a blessed time during this Holiday Season! NMAR will be reducing their hours by closing at 3:00 pm on December 30th. NMAR will open onJanuary 3rd. If you have any questions about your dues, education membership, and the upcoming switch to the MLS please contact us at 406-752-4313 or email us at info@nmar.com. ​​
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