IN THIS ISSUE
• President’s Message
• Message from CEO
• 2025 Committees
• New VIPs
• VIP Milestones
• Welcome New Members
• Member Benefit
• COE Reminder
• Global Alliance Happy Hour
• NAR Consumer Guide
• July Market Statistics
• 2025 Committee Sign-Ups
• September Class Calendar
• Vital Industry Partner Directory
The World Did Not End!
The day of the NAR Legal Settlement has come, has gone, and we are all still here!
Despite all of the angst and anger surrounding the NAR Legal Settlement, as Realtors we continue to deliver strong professional services to our customers and clients.
We have not folded nor withered away.
We have not let the nay-sayers, and the ne’er-do-wells stop us.
We have not let the massive amounts of misinformation in the media and online deter us from fulfilling our duties and obligations to the buyers, sellers, tenants, and landlords we serve.
And we will continue to persevere.
Our profession has risen to the challenge thrown at us. To date over 24,000 Florida Realtors have completed the Accredited Buyer Representative training. Tens of thousands more have participated in other online and in-person training. Hundreds of Osceola Realtors members have attended our classes and training. But...
Our work is not finished.
The business and legal environment is ever evolving. So, for us as professionals, our training never stops.
We are especially fortunate to have the talented and skilled team at Florida Realtors to train us, to support us, and to advocate for us. They are the best in the nation! Not to mention our own team at Osceola Realtors, who have put in countless hours working to answer questions and provide assistance to our members. They are the best in Florida - so that makes them the best of the best!
Never-the-less, some of our fellow Realtors will have somehow missed the boat. To them please give some grace and patience. Encourage them to engage in the training and support offered at Osceola Realtors and Florida Realtors. Remember that the better informed they become, the more pleasant your transaction with them will be!
No – the predicted disaster and doom did not happen.
You have persisted and have prevailed.
The world did not end!
CEO MESSAGE
TWIS LIZASUAIN CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Get Involved! Serve on a 2025 Committee
As we approach the new year, we are excited to announce the opportunity for you to become a vital part of shaping the future of our association. The Osceola County Association of REALTORS® is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated members to serve on our committees for 2025. Your unique perspective and diverse professional background can help us continue to offer innovative programs and opportunities to our members.
Why YOU should serve on a committee...
• Influence the development of new programs and events.
• Collaborate with fellow REALTORS® to address key industry issues.
• Enhance your professional network and gain valuable leadership experience.
• Contribute to the ongoing success and growth of Osceola REALTORS®
How to apply.
If you’re ready to take on a leadership role and contribute to our association’s future, we encourage you to complete the committee application form. Please note, current committee members are required to reapply each year.
Todd Coffman 2020 Inspection Solutions
WELCOME NEW VIPS
Jose Garcia WIN Home Inspection
Vital Industry Partner Milestone
Please help us congratulate and thank our Vital Industry Partner who is celebrating a very exciting milestone with us this month! We are thankful for your membership and the invaluable services that you provide to our association and its members!
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Jesus Izaguirre - My Realty Group, LLC.
Esther Hilaire - LPT Realty
Luis Palacios - Marcillo Real Estate LLC
Alfredo Rodriguez - REMAX Premier Properties
Alfredo Amaral Neto - EXP Realty LLC
Jorge Delgado Vicens - La Rosa Realty Kissimmee
Natalie Guzman - Galatians Realty LLC
Pedro Moreno Polo - Century 21 Next Level Realty
Jarrett Acosta - Keller Williams Legacy Realty
Carlos Medina Ramos - EXP Realty LLC
Irene Villasmil de Perez - La Rosa Realty LLC
Marissa Munoz Bardales - La Rosa Realty
Kissimmee
Lauren Prowant - La Rosa Realty Kissimmee
Gerardo Brito Gualdron - PM Elite Realty LLC
Danny Ramirez - Weichert Realtors Hallmark Pro
Winnie Romero - Citrus Realty & Management INC
Eliana Bigoni - LPT Realty
María Rivolta - EXP Realty LLC
Loyda Molina Rodriguez - LPT Realty
Matthew Harris - Real Broker, LLC
Meriley Gonzalez - The Valenzuela Real Estate Gro
Ernesto Ricardo Martinez - My Realty Group, LLC.
Mario Caceres - Top Saving Realty
Aisquel Alvarez Romero - LPT Realty
Luis Silva - LPT Realty
Nestor Villacampa - La Rosa Realty LLC
Celso Morillo Monasterio - Odry Vargas Realty Group LLC
Michael Santos - La Rosa Realty LLC
Raquel Santos - The Property Pros Real Estate, Inc
Francisco Rico Rodriguez - La Rosa Realty
Kissimmee
Lisa Cannon Weismore - IAD Florida LLC
Ana Caballero Simon - LPT Realty
Elvis Obispo Vasquez - EXP Realty LLC
Erika Duarte Nieto - My Realty Group, LLC.
Rebekah Hawthorne - Corcoran Connect LLC
Anais Rodriguez - La Rosa Realty Kissimmee
Andrea Estanga Ochoa - My Q Realty, LLC
Destiny Johnson - Century 21 BE3
Carlos Aheran Cuebas - Property Outlet
International
Ethan Light - Keller Williams Realty at The Lakes
Vannya Kim - Florida Lakes Realty
September Member Benefits Guide
Earn commission from your favorite brands and retailers by sharing recommendations and highlighting your favorite products with Chripyest!
As NAR Members, earn additional money as you promote your listings. The “share with friends” tool + shopping boards (custom storefronts) offer REALTORS® the ability to monetize their current and past listings with potential and existing clients. Chirpyest is the perfect platform for agents and brokers to optimize and scale their businesses.
Earn up to 30% cash back on the products they buy while simultaneously monetizing their past and present listings.
It’s as simple as adding our browser extension and shopping and curating your finds across 800 brands in the home, lifestyle, beauty, and fashion categories.
To take advantage of this exclusive offer just for NAR members please visit, https://chirp.chirpyest.com/narrealtorbenefits
Resort Happy Hour
SEPTEMBER CLASS CALENDAR
REDEEM YOUR EDUCATION VOUCHERS BEFORE 12/31/24
Sink or Swim: Part 2 9/4/2024 9:00 am-11:00 am 2CE
Classroom Only - Stas Matias
If you’ve explored waterfront properties with our initial course (Sink or Swim? Part 1), it’s time to deepen your expertise. This course is essential for mastering the waterfront market, covering everything from property inspections to construction. By the end, you’ll be well-equipped to position yourself as a true Waterfront Specialist in the field.
Who Pays for That? 9/5/2024 9:00 am-12:00 pm 3CE
Common Environmental Issues - ZOOM Only - Anthony Valerdi
This course will teach you how to identify potential environmental issues in commercial and residential real estate. You’ll be able to recognize these issues and guide your clients to seek advice from environmental professionals.
Property Management for 9/6/2024 9:00 am-12:00 pm 3CE the Real Estate Practitioner - ZOOM Only - Andrea Prober
This course is for the REALTOR® who wants or needs to know enough about Property Management to get by whether to manage a property or two now or as an introduction to property management if they are considering possible investment down the road. Offered as a three or a four CE hour course, this class will prepare the student for those times when they must act as a property manager.
RPR: Mobile, Reports & Research 9/10/2024
ZOOM Only - Stephanie White
am-12:00 pm
We recognize that having the right information at the right time can provide context to help your clients make the best decisions. Whether it’s researching market acidity, previewing properties, or reviewing sales statistics, RPR ensures you have what you need at your fingertips. Additionally, RPR Mobile gives you access to this data on the go so you can answer your buyer’s questions no matter where you are.
Your Safety as a
Choosing the Right Self-Defense Tool - Classroom Only - Lorri Marie Reynolds
The mere nature of the real estate business puts agents at risk on a daily basis making real estate professionals a prime target for criminals. It may be time for you to develop your own personal safety program. Take this course and learn ways to decide which self-defense tool you should choose.
Understanding Buyer/Broker Agreements 9/13/2024 9:00 am-12:00 pm 3CE & How to Implement Them - ZOOM Only - Missi Howell
Loyalty seems to be at an all-time low. The internet helps buyers gain tons of information and we as licensees must prove our worth and value even more today. Why should a buyer pick one agent to work with and be loyal - Is there a way a buyer can do that? We ask sellers to commit to one brokerage with an agreement so why don’t we ask buyers for the same commitment? Let’s find out how.
Increase Your Income 9/17/2024 9:00 am-11:00 am 2CE
With Virtual Assistants- ZOOM Only - Elysia Stobbe
Take this course and learn how a virtual or personal assistant can provide you with a skilled outlet to predicate the exact systems you find most critical in your own business while providing you with the time savings you need. More importantly, highly skilled virtual assistants can be sourced from nearly any market in the United States or the world and often can be deployed affordably.
Real Estate Investment 9/18/2024 8:30 am-12:30 pm 4CE
Analysis Made Easy - Classroom Only - Omar Capellan
This course will eliminate the intimidation of real estate investment for REALTORS® by teaching them simple math skills to make informed decisions. Participants will learn to identify potential money traps and recognize opportunities in both residential and commercial properties. By the end, they’ll confidently use formulas and available information to assess investments wisely and navigate the market with ease.
VITAL INDUSTRY PARTNERS
2020 Inspection Solutions
A Clear Choice Title & Escrow
A.C.F. Home Inspections, Inc.
Acosta, Moore & Shrader, PLLC
Accurate Ozone Solutions
Adames Pest Solutions, Inc.
Adrian Colon Home Inspection
American Ad Specialties, Inc.
ANB Inspection Services, Inc.
ARB Home Inspections, Inc.
At Your Service Inspection LLC
A-Z Team Title, LLC
Brightway Insurance, The De
Jorge Agency
Budget Professional Services
Butler Mortgage
Celebration Title Group
Centennial Bank
Chief Inspection Services
Choice Home Warranty
Closer Look Inspections, Inc.
CMG Home Loans
Collaborative Wealth Lake
Nona
Cunningham’s Inc.
Cutco Closing Gifts
David Allen Productions
Dehlinger Insurance
Double S Home Inspection
Downing Home Inspection
Elite Concrete Curbing LLC
Factual Films
Fifth Third Bank
Florida Property Photography
Generation Title Co.
Gold Coast Schools
Harding Bell International
HomeTeam Inspection Service of Southeast Orlando
HomeTeam of West Orange
County
Home Warranty, Inc.
HouseMaster Home
Inspections
Infill Consulting
Integrity House to Home Inspections, LLC
International Law Partners, LLP
JVC Home Inspection Orlando
Land Title Professionals, LLC
LG Quality Home Inspections
loanDepot
Luis A Martin’s Home Inspections
Maronda Homes
Max Protection Group LLC
MoneyCorp Inc.
My Florida Mortgage Solutions
Navy Federal Credit Union
Noble Property Inspection
Notary Hive
On Demand Home Inspections
On Point Inspections LLC
Orange Fresh Cleaning Services
Osceola County Property
Appraiser
OZ Home Inspection
Park Square Homes
Photography by Skip Stowers
Pillar to Post Home Inspectors
Pro-Master Home Inspection
RD Training Systems
RiteStart Home Inspections, Inc.
SBS Inspections, LLC
See You, Ledger! LLC
Smart International Title
SnapHouss - Orlando
Solano Home Inspections Inc.
SouthState Bank
Stewart Title Company
Story Roofing, LLC
Systeco Services, Inc.
The Closing Agent
The V-Benefits Group
Tropical Home Inspections
Trustco Bank
Two Men and a Truck
ValueCast, Inc.
Widerman Malek PL
WIN Home Inspection
Women’s Council of Realtors®