New Perspectives Plus Core Strengths Equal Revitalized Opportunities for Members

Friday is getting a facelift at NVAR! Our Friday Focus Series, launched this year thanks to the collaborative efforts of NVAR’s new CEO Ryan T. Conrad and the NVAR education team, provides a different way for members to network and learn on one Friday each month. Similar to a program offered at Conrad’s former association, the Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors®, the objectives of Friday Focus are two-fold: (1) offer a monthly speaker on a topic that is timely and relevant to the industry in an informal setting where members can network and sharpen their skills; and (2) make it free to all NVAR members.

Speakers and topics are chosen based on current trends in the local market; member interests; relevance based on a given time of the year; and new ideas offering a competitive edge in practicing real estate. 

With income tax season fast approaching, February’s Friday Focus was presented by Linda de Marlor, president and founder of Tax-Masters, Inc. Her “Tax Tips for Realtors®” presentation provided concise and essential information for all real estate practitioners ? those just starting out, and seasoned professionals. Topics included IRS recordkeeping requirements, how to get extra deductions by working from home, extra deductions by hiring your family and getting the most out of medical expenses. Ironically, and unbeknownst to NVAR staff, Linda’s next stop on her speaking tour – The Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors®!

Another timely topic tying in with the spring market is home inspections. The March 4 Friday Focus, led by Mark Londner of LBI Home Inspections, discussed what real estate agents need to look for in a home inspection, and how their clients can benefit from being informed consumers. Londner covered understanding house systems, determining when further inspections are necessary and knowing how to prioritize items identified in a home inspection report.  

Other upcoming topics for the Friday Focus Series include using 3D photography in your marketing; social media for the real estate professional; “The Flippin’ Mistakes that Flippers Make”; Realtor® Safety and more. NVAR Takes You Further on Fridays!