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'Surviving Tough Times' Video Series
Surviving Tough Times - Part 1
Watch RIAR's podcast of Surviving Tough Times Panel Discussion, Part 1, where RI real estate leaders share their insights about market cycles and the current market. Get tips from real estate veterans David Godden of Randall, Realtors/GMAC, Jay Readyhough of Bay Realty, David Coleman of Coleman Realtors, John Silvia of Prudential Prime Properties and RIAR President, Paul Leys of Gustave White Sothebys International Realty.
Surviving Tough Times - Part 2
Gain insight on how distressed properties are affecting the current market by watching RIAR's Panel Discussion podcast, Surviving Tough Times, Part 2. Get tips from recognized pros like Allen Gammons of Prudential Gammons Realty, Jo Anne Samborsky of Keller Williams Realty, James Caruolo Esq., Steve Tetzner of Homestar Mortgage and Karl Martone of RE/MAX Properties.
This discussion has been divided into four parts due to file size. Opening these videos will rquire a media player such as Windows Media Player or RealPlayer.
Surviving Tough Times - Part 3 (Video Not Available)
Surviving Tough Times - Part 4: Using Social Media to Help Your Business
On February 25th, RIAR held its 4th free panel discussion, featuring veterans of the real estate profession to help agents survive these challenging times. Participants discussed the use of social media to enhance their business. Attendees learned what Facebook, LinkedIn, MySpace and other sites can do for them. Featured panelists were: Professional Networker Jay White, Karl Martone (RIAR President-elect), Peter Spinella (President-elect of Commercial-Appraisal Board and organizer of LinkedIn group for RIAR), Matt Phipps (NAR Communications Chair) and Steve Antoni (RIAR Treasurer) as moderator.
Surviving Tough Times Part 5 - Dispelling the Myths of REOs/Foreclosures
On March 19th, RIAR hosted Surviving Tough Times Part 5, Dispelling the Myths of REOs/Foreclosures. Professionals from Rhode Island's real estate community attended this free panel discussion to hear viewpoints and advice on surviving the current market, particularly as it relates to bank-owned properties.
Panelists included:
- Tracy Baran, Esq., Partner, Partridge, Snow and Hahn
- Paul Leys, RIAR President and Moderator, Gustave White Sothebys International Realty
- Bud Latham, President of Kent-Washington Association of REALTORS®, Prudential Gammons Realty
- Bernice Salzerg, Salzberg Real Estate
- Peter Spinella, Spinnaker Group
Click below to watch the Surviving Tough Times Part 5 Podcasts for tips on navigating the foreclosure process.
Surviving Tough Times Part 6 - Real Estate Housing Summit
On April 29th, RIAR hosted Surviving Tough Times Part 6, Real Estate Housing Market. RIAR President Paul Leys, moderator, leads a discussion of renowned economists and business experts who will offer their insights on Rhode Island's current housing economy and what to expect in the coming months.
Presenters included:
- Lawrence Yun, NAR Chief Economist
- Len Lardaro, Professor of Economics at URI
- James Caruolo, a noted RI real estate attorney and owner of Law Offices of James J. Caruolo
Click below to watch the Surviving Tough Times Part 6 Podcasts for tips on navigating the foreclosure process.
Surviving Tough Times Part 7 - The Role of the Appraisal in Today's Market
On June 3rd, RIAR hosted Surviving Tough Times Part 7, The Role of the Appraisal in today's Market. With Karl Martone as moderator, attendees learn how appraisers make their decisions from our panel of experts at Part 7 of our popular Surviving Tough Times series.
Panelists included:
- Doug Gablinske
- Jamie Moore
- Ed Stachurski
- Susan Martins-Phipps
- Moderator: Karl Martone
Click below to watch the Surviving Tough Times Part 7 Videos for tips on navigating the foreclosure process.
Surviving Tough Times Part 8 - What the New VOW Rules Really Mean for You and Your Sellers
On July 23rd, RIAR hosted Surviving Tough Times Part 8, What the New VOW Rules Really Mean for You and Your Sellers. Panelists comprised of representatives from the brokerage community, MLS Leadership and staff reviewed the recent NAR settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice and more importantly, detailed how the new, mandated polices will affect Members and consumers. Although the policy’s fundamental purpose was to regulate the operation of Virtual Office Websites, the new rules have far-reaching implications for all Members, including what their seller’s rights are related to how their listing data is displayed on the Internet.
Moderator:
- Paul Leys, RIAR President, Gustave White Sotheby's International Realty
Panelists included:
- Karl Martone, RIAR President Elect, RE/MAX Properties
- Alyce Kleczek, State-Wide MLS President, Bay Realty, Ltd.
- Connor Dowd, State-Wide MLS Director, Keller Williams of Newport
- Mike Letendre, Chief Information Officer, State-Wide MLS
Click below to watch the Surviving Tough Times Part 8 Videos for tips on VOWs.
Surviving Tough Times Part 9 - Real Estate Ethics & Professional Standards: Real Life Applications
On Thursday, August 27th, RIAR hosted the 9th edition of its Surviving Tough Times panel series, with the topic being Ethics and Professional Standards. As Realtors, you subscribe to a National Code of Ethics in conducting your daily business. The Professional Standards mandated by the National Association of Realtors help provide all of us of a fair and secure business environment. There are times however, that you may be faced with questionable situations - how do you handle them?
If a colleague acts in a way during a business transaction that you feel is inappropriate, what do you do? Do you know the avenues for addressing grievances? The panel of experts at this seminar provided invaluable insight to these questions and discussed real life scenarios that will certainly help you and your business.
Moderator:
- Karl Martone, RIAR President Elect & NAR Certified Pro Standards Instructor, RE/MAX Properties
Panelists included:
- Marc Archambault, NAR Trained Mediator
- Alyce Kleczek, RIAR Ethics Instructor
- David Godden, Former Chair of NAR Professional Standards Forum
- Libby Isaacson, RIAR Professional Standards Chair
Click below to watch the Surviving Tough Times Part 9 Videos on Ethics & Professional Standards.
Surviving Tough Times Part 10 - Dispelling the Myths of the Luxury Market
On Friday, October 30th, RIAR hosted the 10th edition of its Surviving Tough Times panel series, with the topic focusing on the unique luxury market.
Attendees at the presentation "Dispelling the Myths of the Luxury Market" heard the experts discuss luxury market trends, how it differs from the traditional market in this economy, successful marketing strategies and more. Further, our panelists shared their expertise on the nuances of this unique market segment.
Moderator/Panelist:
Paul Leys, RIAR President, Gustave White Sotheby's International Realty
Panelists included:
- Melanie Delman of Lila Delman Real Estate
- Sally Lapides of Residential Properties
- Ray Mott of Properties Unlimited
Click below to watch the Surviving Tough Times Part 10 Videos on Dispelling the Myths of the Luxury Market.
Surviving Tough Times Part 11 -“Marketing Yourself”
On January 29th, RIAR hosted Surviving Tough Times Part 11, “Marketing Yourself”. There's an old saying in real estate: you don't sell a house, you sell yourself. At this Tough Times seminar, our panel of marketing experts discussed how to promote yourself amidst steep competition so that present and future clients are well aware of the value that you bring to the transaction. Panelists also addressed issues like - How do you make sure that you're important to your customers? How do you find new clientele and prove your worth to them? How much time and money should you spend on advertising and what marketing tools should you use?
In this economy, it's more important than ever to know how to market yourself!
Panelists included:
- Karl Martone, RE/MAX Properties (Moderator)
- Allen Gammons, Prudential Gammons Realty
- Sussy DeLeon, RE/MAX New Horizons
- Sally Lapides, Residential Properties, Ltd.
- Joseph Dias, Keller Williams Realty
Click below to watch the Surviving Tough Times Part 10 Videos on Dispelling the Myths of the Luxury Market.
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