VBR COVID-19 Updates
The VBR Team is utilizing technology and conducting business as seamlessly as possible remotely. As far as our office closure, we will follow the guidelines for the stay-at-home order until April 11th.
For Eagle County Public Health resources use this link.
Each day we have new information and resource to share regarding COVID-19. Please use this as a resource.
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act- Provisions for REALTORS® and Their Consumers
Thanks to the Colorado Association of Realtors® government affairs efforts, real estate has now been added to the Colorado Stay-at-Home Order as a critical business- Read the information here.
Updated Stay at Home Order - Until April 11th - read the full order here
Coronavirus Disease 2019 Plea from Damian Cox
VBR Leadership Updates
9 tips to working safely. February pending home sales up. Discounted NAR tools. 3/30/2020
Important: Changes to Stay-at-Home order 3/26/2020
Important: What you need to know about Stay-at-Home order. 3/26/2020
New Contract Addendum- Risk Management Webinar 3/24/2020
Online learning and webinars. Beware a coronavirus scam. Legal hotline extension. 3/23/2020
The Right Tools for Right Now 3/20/2020
Join us for a special online Membership Meeting! 3/17/2020
Coronavirus emergency legislation. Fed announces 0 interest rate. Tools to work remotely. 3/16/2020
VBR Office Update COVID-19 3/14/20
NAR Resources
The National Association of Realtors® is taking steps to support members through these uncertain times. The Right Tools, Right Now initiative makes new and existing NAR products and services available for FREE or at significant discounts – right now – and is available to REALTORS® and REALTOR® Associations.
See what NAR tools are available for you.
NAR Virtual Showings & Virtual Tours
NAR Transaction Guidance During COVID-19
NAR- Open House Guidance During COVID-19
We are encouraging members to follow NAR: A Guide for REALTORS®.
NAR: Coronavirus Guidance for REALTORS®
CAR Resources
COVID-19 UPDATES, NEWS, AND RESOURCES FOR COLORADO REALTORS®
CAR Expands Legal Hotline Hours
Be On the Lookout for Coronavirus Scams
Important Resources
Read DORA concern with Open Houses
Homeowner Association Guidance
VVP Business Recourse for Eagle County and Colorado
If you need to purchase a lockbox or need help with a lockbox please call 970-766-1028 and we will arrange to help you.
Legal Resources
COVID Risk Management Potpourri
COVID19 Contract and Risk Management Issues webinar
Legal Bites #51 - Covid 19 and Real Estate Transactions
Legal Bites #52 - New Covid 19 Contract Addendum
CAR has worked with the Colorado Bar Association in the creation of an approved addendum to the Commission-approved Contract to Buy and Sell Real Estate to address the practical implications of Covid-19. The addendum addresses real estate transactions that are impacted and/or delayed by shutdowns of title offices, government agencies, lenders and/or appraisers; and real estate transactions that are impacted and/or delayed by mandatory or voluntary quarantines Click here to access and download the COVID-19 Addendum.
Attorney Jon Goodman identifies the general issues for creating and reviewing Coronavirus COVID-19 clauses.
Jon has released several videos covering various topics, including disclosure and Coronavirus, contract issues for deals already under contract, and Force Majeure and Coronavirus. More videos will follow as part of his six part series on Coronavirus COVID-19.
Virtual Tools
Stay in touch with clients remotely
Best video conferencing software 2020: paid and free solutions for business
Upcoming Events & Training:
March 31- Virtual Managing Broker Meeting
We have arranged to have our managing broker meeting as a virtual event on March 31 from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm. We can accommodate 100 attendees, Marcia Waters, Director of the Division of Real Estate, will provide an update from the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), and the VBR Board of Directors. RSVP to Erica Kirk at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
April 2- Helping your A Survival Guide for Brokers
This webinar will address the importance of generating leads, expanding the sphere of influence/target markets, modifying business expenses to adjust to current market trends, and how to be a resource to agents. Click here to register
April 2 and 8 - Begin earning your Vail Pro Designation
Increase your local knowledge in the real estate industry and become a local expert! The Vail Pro Designation is an educational program open to all VBR Realtor and Affiliate members. Two Vail Pro Designation classes will be available to be watched online for free Vail Pro credit: 2019 REALFire and the 2019 Annual Community Update.
The REALFire video also includes 2 CE credits for real estate brokers through DORA. You must watch the entire video and answer a short five-question quiz for credit. The Annual Update doesn't offer state CE. Click here to register
April 7- Virtual General Membership Meeting
Please stay connected and join us for our Virtual General Membership Meeting on April 7th. You don't want to miss this! Ross Shafer will teach you how to stay relevant and future-proof your company while energizing your team. Click here to register
Support Local Businesses
You can safely support our business community during this time.
The Vail Valley Partnership has created the "What Businesses Are Open in Eagle County " page as a resource. It includes a form that businesses can complete to be listed on the site.
We encourage everyone to stay safe and not take unnecessary trips into the community. One way to support a business is to order online and pick up products at a later date. Remember to keep your distance (and wash your hands) during this time.
Affiliates: We are happy to share your Facebook post announcing hours or guidelines on picking up orders. Please tag the Vail Board of Realtors so that we are notified to share it. #vbraffiliates
Members Support
As we continue to practice social distancing and flattening the curve, I hope everyone is staying safe and healthy. If you are sick and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., let us know. We will get a team together and supply the support that you need.
Erica Kirk- Association Executive
VBR Board of Directors
Training for new MLS platform
We are about three months away from the launch of Flex MLS! From May 11 to May 31, we will run both platforms for you to start learning about the new system. The full switch will happen on Monday, June 1, 2020.
Join us for classroom and/or online training sessions. We'll offer these throughout May. Click here to see dates.
Sign Up for VBRF 8th Annual Golf Tournament
Welcome Home Bags Now Available!
VBR has launched our new "Welcome HOME Bag" Program! As a free benefit to all VBR REALTORS®, members who sell a home can stop by our office and pick up a bag to provide as a client gift.
Each cooler bag is full of quality items that can be used for activities in our community; a picnic blanket, cutting board, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable Chico shopping tote. Thank you to our Affiliate sponsors; Closet Factory, Fireside Properties, FirstBank, Stewart Title, TurnKey Vacation Rentals, Title Company of the Rockies, and Walls + Floors/ The Paint Bucket for making this program possible.
