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VOLUME 5, ISSUE 11

B O R F O R W A R D

I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E :

Officers & Directors 2

Calendar 3

REALTOR/Affiliate Spotlight

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New Members 5

November Events in St Augustine

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Builder Council News 8

Go Green 9

Tech Tip 10

RPR 4CE Webinar 11

Trade Show / Chili Cook-Off 12-16

2013 Scholarship Sponsors 17

Second Ramp Build 1 8

NAR Convention 19

2013 Dues Billing 22

S.A.F.E Article 24

Member Benefits 25

Wally Conway 26

Monthly Statistics 27

December Preview Staff Contact Information

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Installation 23

RPAC Message 20-21

BOR PUBLIC WEBSITE: www.stjohnsrealtors.com

Thanksgiving Edition

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BOARD OF REALTORS® Roy Barnes Jr., PRESIDENT St. Augustine Realty (O) 824-3331 / (F) 825-2685/ (C ) 669-1430 [email protected] Andrew Birchall, PRESIDENT-ELECT St. Augustine Realty (O) 824-3331 / (F) 825-2685/ (C ) 392-3362 [email protected] Winston Burrell - SECRETARY Coldwell Banker Premier Properties (O) 471-4204 / (F) 471-4216 / (C ) 669-6585 [email protected] Gene Johnson – TREASURER Watson Realty (US1) O) 797-8600 (F) 797-8606 (C ) 710-1090 [email protected]

DIRECTORS Roberta Odom (1) Re/Max 100 Realty (O) 461-9500 (F) 461-9501 (C ) 466-0114 [email protected] Edward Paucek (1) Moses Creek Realty (C ) 669-6422 [email protected] Bill Thew (1) Olde Carriage Realty (O) 824-4500 (F) 824-6866(C ) 347-6736 [email protected] Gayle Logan (2) Watson Realty (A1A) (O) 461-9066 (F) 461-9925 (C) 669-2778 [email protected] Judi Schuyler (2) Coldwell Banker Premier Properties (O) 471-4204 (F) 471-4216 (C ) 669-0788 [email protected] Sean Hess (2) St. Augustine Team Realty (O) 825-0099 (F) 513-9264 (C ) 386-8327 [email protected]

Chuck Pacetti , PAST-PRESIDENT Homestar Pacetti Realty (O) 827-0600 / (F) 819-9907 / (C ) 669-5000 [email protected] Dirk Schroeder , Ex-Officio Century 21- St. Augustine Properties (O) 797-6000 (F) 797-7963/ (C ) 540-2360 [email protected] Victor J. Raymos, Ex-officio (O) 829-8738 (F) 823-9512 (C) 505-220-8683 [email protected]

MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE, INC. Dirk Schroeder , PRESIDENT Century 21- St. Augustine Properties (O) 797-6000 (F) 797-7963/ (C ) 540-2360 [email protected] Katherine Delaney , PRESIDENT- ELECT Watson Realty (US1) (O) 797-8600/ (F) 797-8606/ (C ) 669-2115 [email protected] Robert West – SECRETARY Coldwell Banker Premier Properties (O) 471-4204 / (F) 471-4216 / (C ) 814-2006 [email protected] Ian Edmonson, P.A. - TREASURER Edmonson & Associates Real Estate, Inc. (O) 827-0722 (F) 638-4746 (C) 315-0997 [email protected]

DIRECTORS Ron Barry (1) St. Augustine Team Realty (O) 825-0099 (F) 513-9264 (C ) 501-2424 [email protected] Paula Silberberg (1) Watson Realty (A1A) (O) 461-9066 (F) 461-9925 (C ) 687-8803 [email protected] Gail Jones (2) St. Augustine Realty (O) 824-3331 / (F) 825-2685/ (C ) 501-7444 [email protected] Daniel Lang (2) Sunshine Realty & Appraisal Services (O) 471-9259 (F) 461-3178 (C ) 501-6867 [email protected]

Ann King (2) Prudential Network Realty (O) 471-6906 (F) 471-6907 (C) 806-3865 [email protected] Andrew Birchall, PAST PRESIDENT St. Augustine Realty (O) 824-3331 / (F) 825-2685/ (C ) 392-3362 [email protected] Roy Barnes Jr., Ex-Officio

St. Augustine Realty (O) 824-3331 / (F) 825-2685/ (C ) 669-1430 [email protected] Victor J. Raymos, Ex-officio (O) 829-8738 (F) 823-9512 (C) 505-2208683 [email protected]

2012 ST. AUGUSTINE & ST. JOHNS COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS®

AND MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE, INC.BOARD OFFICERS & DIRECTORS

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• 1st—Board Orientation 9am • 2nd— After the Contract 9am • 5th— Education Committee

9am RPAC 12pm

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• 9th—12th—NAR Convention • 12th—CLOSED VETERANS

DAY • 13th— Auction Training 9am

MLS Training 1pm Finance Committee 12pm

• 14th—Affiliate Committee 9am MLS Board Meeting 12pm

• 15th—Board Meeting 12pm • 16th— iCE Webinar “RPR

4CE” 1pm-4pm • 19th—REALTOR Safety

Seminar 10am • 20th—INOVIA 2 1:30pm • 21st-—Public Relations

Committee 9:30am • 22nd-23rd— CLOSED for

THANKSGIVING • 29th—Code of Ethics 3CE

9am • 30th—Installation 11:30am

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November 2012

Birthstone: Topaz, Citrine Flower: Chrysanthemum

Astrological Signs: Scorpio: October 23 - November 21, Sagittarius: November 22 - December 21

Real success is finding

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that you love.

R E A L T O R ® S P O T L I G H T – R O N I H E I N R I C H P R U D E N T I A L N E T W O R K R E A L T Y

A F F I L I A T E S P O T L I G H T — B I L L L A Z A R S T J O H N S H O U S I N G P A R T N E R S H I P

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Roni Heinrich moved to historic downtown St. Augustine in 2008 where she put her interior decorat-ing talents to work restoring a beautiful 1889 Victorian home with her family. Roni’s attention to de-tail and ability to work through complicated issues have translated well into her real estate career. As she approaches her first year anniversary with Prudential Network Realty she has enjoyed much success in listings and closings. She has traveled the world and has lived outside the United States giving her exposure to other cul-

tures and a unique and somewhat cosmopolitan view of life styles and the housing market.

Education and technology play an important part in her success. Roni embraces both the funda-

mental aspects of real estate sales as well as the technological aspects of on-line marketing that

buyers and seller’s demand, while never forgetting that ultimately buying or selling a home is a very

personal and one on one relationship, the value of which cannot be overstated.

You are invited to put Roni’s talent and dependability to work for you. Please call or text to discuss your next listing or that search for the perfect home. Cell: 407-620-1371, email: [email protected] , website: www.roniheinrich.com

Since 1998, the SJHP has provided home repairs to over 225 homes annually in St. Johns County. The SJHP Emergency Repair program has always depending on volunteers from the realtor and building industry to help improve some of the sub‐standard housing conditions where we find low income seniors struggling to maintain their independence. In 2002, SJHP began providing financial counseling services, expanding from Credit Counseling and Home Buyer education to Foreclosure Prevention services as each become a recognized need in the our community. Funded in part through grants from St Johns County, the counseling services are designed to support our local workforce, keeping people in their homes and managing their limited resources as best they can.

Beginning in 2009, with the opportunity provided by the ARRA weatherization funds, the SJHP weatherized over 1200 single family homes and 36 multi‐family properties throughout North Florida, creating a direct economic impact of over $14 million in North Florida. The SJHP development, The Hancock Place, has received multiple awards for green building and energy efficiency. Recently with a Clean Energy Grant from the Florida Office of Energy, the SJHP installed a mix of photovoltaic panels, energy efficient HVAC and water heating systems in 20 homes at The Hancock Place. Using data loggers, the SJHP will be able to track actual energy consumption. This two year research project will provide data on how to determine truly cost effective energy conservation retrofits.

SJHP specializes in retrofits that encourage affordable living. SJHP builds affordable homes that meet Energy Star & Water Star conservation standards. Our experience with green and energy retrofits can provide cost effective suggestions on how to retrofit a home for low maintenance with sustainable amenities. The SJHP has experience and equipment to identify problems in your home from infra red cameras, blower door equipment, a gas monoxor to even a lead paint analyzer, we are able to help you problem solve without expensive exploratory deconstruction efforts.

Bill Lazar

St. Johns Housing Partnership, Inc.

904-824-0902

www.sjhp.org

Roni Heinrich Prudential Network

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PAMELA E. HENRY COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD

Join Date 09/05/2012 (Secondary BOR/Reciprocal MLS)

ANDREAS NEUMANN NEUMANN REAL ESTATE GROUP

Join Date 09/05/2012 (MLS ONLY)

RONALD E. THOMAS HOMESTAR PACETTI REALTY Join Date 09/10/2012 (Primary BOR/Primary MLS)

STEPHANIE MANGUM PRUDENTIAL NETWORK REALTY

Join Date 09/21/2012 (Primary BOR/Primary MLS)

WALTER L. WILLIAMS, JR. SUNSET CAPITAL REALTY

Join Date 09/26/2012 (Primary BOR/Reciprocal)

B O R F O R W A R D

(Nov 1) Midnight at the Museum October 31, 2012 only, midnight – 4 a.m. End Halloween at midnight and catch the returning spirits until 4 a.m. at Ripley's historic Castle Warden. This exclusive investigation is limited to 30 people, all of whom will receive free use of EMF meters and digital voice recorders.The castle is one of the nation's most well-known haunted structures and has been visited three times by The Atlantic Paranormal Society (TAPS) featuring the celebrated Ghost Hunt-ers.Participants will be briefed on each room's paranormal significance and be given free time to roam through the castle. They will also see an exclusive screening of the pilot episode of Anomaly, the new 3-D paranormal series, filmed at Castle Warden. Tickets are $75 per person. For reservations, call 904-824-1606 or http://www.GhostTrainAdventure.com (Nov 2) First Friday Art Walk (Every Month 2012) - Self-guided walking tour of numerous art galleries 5p-9p (904)829-0065 visit staugustinegalleries.com

(Nov 2) HEART Concert with special guest Shawn Colvin St. Augustine Amphitheatre - November 2, 2012, 7:30 p.m. HEART with special guest Shawn Colvin will perform at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A S #C, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 2nd.Tickets are $29 to $79. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.904-471-1965 http://www.StAugAmphitheatre.com

(Nov 2,3,4,9,16,17,23,25,30) The Cellar Upstairs Wine, Jazz & Blues San Sebastian Winery - Open: Fri. 4:30 - 11 p.m., Sat. 1- 11 p.m. & Sun. 1 - 6 p.m.San Sebas-tian Winery’s The Cellar Upstairs Wine and Jazz & Blues Bar features top class eclectic live music including Jazz, R&B and Blues. Voted 'Best Live Music' you can enjoy Bands such as "Beautiful Bobby" Blackmon and the B3 Blues Band; The Committee; Soulo and Vinny Jacobs, to name a few.You can purchase a variety of tasty light appetizers to accompany the wide selection of your favorite San Sebastian Wines, as well as imported and domestic beers. Enjoy the comfort, relax and take in the spectacular views from the open-air deck while listening to the live music. There is no cover charge. 904-826-1594 http://www.SanSebastianWinery.com/jazzbar.php

(Nov 2,5,9,12,16,19,23,26,30) Archaeo Tours – The Lost Ships. St. Augustine Lighthouse - July 6, 2012 to December 28, 2012. Mondays and Fridays, 10 a.m., 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. Discover the methods of maritime archaeology on this exclusive 90 minute tour of the St. Augustine Lighthouse, 81 Lighthouse Ave. Guided by one of the Light-house’s archaeologists, participants gain access to parts of the historic light station not available with general admission. After the tour, enjoy complimentary adult beverages for guests 21+. Tours are $48/per person; scheduled three times per day on Mondays and Fridays, 10 a.m., 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. Advance reservations are re-quired! No walk-ins. 904-829-0745 http://www.StAugustineLighthouse.org

(Nov 2,8,16,22,29) Cannon Firing Demonstrations at Castillo De San Marcos. December 17, 2011 to January 27, 2013. Rangers and Garrison volunteers will demon-strate the weapons and relate the experiences of the colonial Spanish soldier of 1740s St. Augustine. Historic weapons demonstrations will be presented at 10:30, 11:30, 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30. Firing times are subject to change depending on weather conditions and staff availability. 904-829-6506 http://www.nps.gov/casa

(Nov 2,9,16,23,30) Ghost and Gravestones- St. Augustine Frightseeing tour. Welcome Center at 27 San Marco Ave. - 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Voted Best Ghost Tour by Best of St. Augustine 2010, 2011. The stories you’ll hear come from years of research, personal accounts and hauntingly real-life experiences. Reservations Required! Tour Length: 1 hour 20 minutes For more information: 1-888-920-868 http://www.ghostsandgravestones.com/st-augustine/

(Nov 3) Evening Nature Program at Anastasia State Park. Anastasia State Park- The first Saturday of every month- call for times. The first Saturday of every month park rangers or volunteers will present a program in one of our open aired pavilions, with one of the most beautiful scenic backdrops in Northeast Florida as inspiration. Programs will be on various topics from sea turtles to star-gazing. Admission to the park, located at 1340 A1A South in St. Augustine, is $8.00 per vehicle. 904-461-2033. http://www.FloridaStateParks.org/Anastasia

(Nov 3,10,17,24) Old City Farmers' Market. St. Augustine Amphitheatre- Every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Shop for fresh produce, baked goods, hand-crafted items and plants directly from the producers. There's always live entertainment and there is fresh seafood in season. The Old City Farmers' Market takes place every Saturday morning at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on A1A South in St. Augustine. http://www.StAugustineFM.com

(Nov 4,11,18,25) Lincolnville Farmers' Market 399 Riberia St., St. Augustine -Every Sunday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. St. Augustine’s newest fresh market offers farm-fresh vege-tables, meats/fish, cheese, bread, treats, arts & crafts, prepared food, jewelry and more. Plus there are picnic areas and a playground! The Market takes place every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. http://www.LincolnvilleFarmersMarket.com

(Nov 6,13,20,27) Ancient City Mosaic Exhibit. Visitor Information Center- September 2012 - January 2013. The St. Augustine 450th Commemoration, the St. Augustine Sertoma Club, and the St. Johns Cultural Council are teaming up to present this exciting exhibit. The 450 works of art will also be available to view on the internet through an online silent auction. Funds raised will be presented to St. Johns County Education Foundation Arts Alive Program. For more information, visit www.ancientcitymosaic.com

(Nov 7,14,21,28) The Wednesday Market. St. Johns County Pier Park - Every Wednesday, 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

(Nov 9,10,11) 5th Annual Pirate Gathering - November 9, 2012 to November 11, 2012 varying events & times- check event website Three days of pirate fun and history in the nation’s oldest city. Enjoy historic exhibits, living history demonstrations, a privateer parade, pirate battles and the Buccaneer Bash Ball. Admission to the events at Francis Filed, located on West Castillo Drive is “a buck-an-ear”. Francis Field - Special Events Field , Castillo Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32084 For more information on events or schedule: 904-824-4997 http://www.PirateGathering.com

(Nov 9,10,11,14,21,28) Celebrating Veterans at World Golf Hall of Fame. November 9, 2012 to November 30, 2012. The World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum will cele-brate Veterans Day with a special promotion during November. From Nov. 9-11, veterans and their dependents will receive free admission to the World Golf Hall of Fame. And from Nov. 9-30, all active duty military members and their dependents will also receive free Museum admission. All guests to the Hall of Fame from Nov. 9-11 will be able to enjoy a special scavenger hunt. The World Golf Hall of Fame is located at 1 World Golf Place, located at I 95 Exit 323.http://www.WorldGolfHallofFame.org (Nov 10,11) Veterans Day Weekend at Castillo de San Marcos November 10-11, 2012, 8:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. In honor of those that have served the US military, the National Parks Service is offering free admission to the Castillo de San Marcos. Built by the Spanish military between 1672 and 1692, the Castillo de San Marcos is the oldest masonry fortification in the U.S. Friday through Saturday visitors can experience living history during Spanish Military cannon firings. The Castillo de San Marcos is located on Avenida Menendez, overlooking Matanzas Bay in historic St. Augustine. 904-829-6506, x234 http://www.NPS.gov/casa

(Nov 10) GTM Reserve Second Saturday Guided Trail Hike November 10, 2012, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Join GTM Research Reserve volunteers from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. for a 1.5 mile guided walk through the Guana Trail. After the walk, visit the GTM Research Reserve Environmental Education Center (EEC). The EEC is located at 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach. Admission fee into the EEC is $2 for adults, $1 for children age 10-17 and children under ten are free.904-823-4500 http://gtmnerr2ndtrailhike.eventbrite.com (Nov 11) Old City Music Fest St. Augustine Marketplace- November 11, 2012, Festival Arena opens at noon, show starts at 1:30 p.m. (check event website for updated event times) The Old City Music Festival is a celebration of the Ancient City and the brave service-members that make our country great. On Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2012, the community of the First Coast will gather at the St. Augustine Market Place for a day of good old-fashioned fun and relaxation featuring such Country and Southern Rock legends, the Charlie Daniels Band and .38 Special along with rising stars Gloriana, Craig Morgan and many more. Check out St. Augustine Flea Mar-ket.com for more info. General admission tickets holders are allowed to bring their own lawn/beach chair. Rental chairs will be available. Chairs are provided for Pre-mium and VIP areas. No coolers allowed in the festival. Adjacent to the fest is St Johns RV park for your camping and RV needs. http://StAugustineFleaMarket.com

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(Nov 13) Titanic - 100th Anniversary - National Tour Flagler Auditorium- Tuesday, 11/13/2012 ~ 7:30 p.m. On the 100th anniversary of its tragic journey, TITANIC recounts the dreams, hopes and aspirations of those aboard the fateful ship. Winner of Five 1997 Tony Awards® including Best Musical. Price: Adult $42, Youth $28 Flagler Audito-rium is located at 5500 East Hwy 100, Palm Coast, FL 32164. 1-866-352-4537 http://www.FlaglerAuditorium.com

(Nov 15) Acoustic Alchemy Performs at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall November 15, 2012, 8 p.m. Acoustic Alchemy, a contemporary instrumental and smooth jazz band with a focus on the sound of dueling acoustic guitars will perform at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A N. in Ponte Vedra Beach. The show starts at 8 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $28 and $30. Local Phone: 904-209-0399 http://www.PVConcertHall.com (Nov 17) Tolomato Cemetery Tours. Cordova Street, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every 3rd Saturday of the month. Explore the historic markers at the oldest existing cemetery in Florida. The self-guided and docent led tours are from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every 3rd Saturday of the month. The Tolomato Cemetery, an historic cemetery, is located on Cordova Street, the site of an earlier Franciscan Indian mission (Our Lady of Guadalupe of the Tolomato) in St Augustine. Burials officially ceased in 1884. Visits are free of charge but donations are encouraged. All money goes to the preservation and restoration of the cemetery. Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 http://www.TolomatoCemetery.com (Nov 17,18) St. Augustine Half Marathon (Varying race times) This event is perfect for the entire family! A 5K, 10K and fun run will take place on Saturday, November 17th, and the half marathon will be on Sunday, November 18th. The race routes will take you on a foot-tour of majestic St. Augustine. Saturday November 17th, 2012: 7:00 a.m. St. Augustine 10K, 7:05 a.m. St. Augustine 5K, 9:00 a.m. St. Augustine Kids’ Race. Sunday November 18th, 2012: 6:30 a.m. Orthopedic Associates of St. Augustine - St. Augustine Half Marathon » Location: St. Augustine, FL, USA » Distances: 21k, 10k, 5k, 400mts (Kids' Race) For more information and to register for the races, visit http://www.StAugustineMarathon.com (Nov 17) A1A 72 Mile Super Scenic Garage Sale Saturday, November 17, 2012, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. The 4th Annual Super Scenic Garage Sale will occur on the third Saturday in November. Friends of A1A coordinates a 72 mile garage sale from Ponte Vedra Beach to Flagler Beach organizing vendor spots and vendors to sell unique local items. http://scenica1a.org (Nov 18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30) NIGHTS OF LIGHTS! November 17, 2012 to January 31, 2013 Plaza de la Constitucion King Street, St. Augustine, FL 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Nights of Lights is a 2-month long celebration of the Holiday Season. Millions of white lights create a magical holiday atmosphere in the Nation's oldest city during the 18th Annual Nights of Lights Celebration in St. Augustine, Florida. Tracing its origins to the Spanish tradition of displaying a lighted white candle dur-ing the Christmas holidays, the spectacular lighting reflects the city's 446-year history while creating a beautiful setting for special memories. http://www.NightsofLights.com

(Nov 18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30) Holly Jolly Trolley Nights of Lights Tour November 18, 2012 - December 31, 2013, 6 - 8 p.m. Tours depart from St. Augustine Visitors Information Center, 11 W. Castillo Drive. 904-829-3800

(Nov 23,24) Candlelight Tours of Villa Zorayda November 23, 2012 to November 24, 2012, 5:30 p.m. Explore the beautiful Villa Zorayda, decorated for the Holiday season, featuring a Christmas tree in the "Court of Lions", decorated in the Villa's traditional red and gold and a beautiful creche nativity scene that has been a Villa tradition since the 1930s. Starting at 5:30 p.m., enjoy refreshments of cookies and punch. Then the guided candlelight tour begins at 6:00 p.m. The Villa Zorayda is located at 83 King Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084. 904-829-9887 http://www.VillaZorayda.com

(Nov 24) Living History Days at Fort Mose. Fort Mose State Park- October 27, 2012, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Experience living history demonstrations as volunteers in period dress offer visitors a fascinating glimpse into the past. Program is weather permitting. The demonstrations take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Fort Mose State Park located at 15 Fort Mose Trail in St. Augustine. Admission is $4.00 per vehicle or $2.00 per pedestrian or bicyclist. Local Phone: 904-823-2232 http://www.FloridaStateParks.org/FortMose (Nov 24) UPTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT - From 5 to 9 p.m. on the last Saturday of each month, experience live music, refreshments, new exhibits, book signings and much more at the galleries, antique stores and unique shops on St. Augustine’s San Marco Avenue between Ripley’s Museum and the Mission Nombre de Dios. The Mission Nombre de Dios provides FREE PARKING.

(Nov 24) Emma Concert Series: The Merling Trio Flagler College Auditorium - November 24, 2012, 8 p.m.A truly international trio, The Merling Trio brings together musi-cians from Polish, Japanese, and Dutch backgrounds. Their performance will take place at 8 p.m. at the Flagler College Auditorium, 14 Granada Street in St. Augustine. 904-797-2800 http://www.EmmaConcerts.com (Nov 24) Los Presidiales de San Agustín at Fort Mose Fort Mose Historic State Park – Nov. 24, 2012, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Volunteers from Los Presidiales de San Agustín pre-sent 18th-century, historical interpretation from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fort Mose Historic State Park (www.floridastateparks.org/fortmose/default.cfm), in St. Augustine, FL. Fort Mose, located at 15 Fort Mose Trail, is the site of the first, legally sanctioned free black settlement in the continental U.S., established in 1738. Admission to the park grounds is free / museum admission is $2 per person / children 5 and under are free. (Nov 24,25) 47th Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival November 24, 2012 to November 25, 2012 See art created from lace to limestone and crayons to crystal. More than 150 artists from around the USA are juried into this Thanksgiving Weekend art festival that takes place at Francis Field behind the St. Augustine Downtown Historic Park-ing Facility located on West Castillo Drive in St. Augustine. The festival is sponsored by the St. Augustine Art Association and takes place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is a $1 donation. 904-824-2310 http://www.staaa.org

(Nov 28) Sunset/Moonrise Tour at the St. Augustine Lighthouse St. Augustine Lighthouse- November 28, 2012, 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Enjoy the sunset and moonrise from the most unique perspective in all of St. Augustine – the top of the Lighthouse! This special event includes a champagne toast, provided by San Sebastian Winery, hors d’oeuvres from The Reef and an informative overview of the history of the St. Augustine Light Station. The tour takes place from 7:45 to 9:15 p.m. at the St. Augustine Lighthouse located at 81 Lighthouse Avenue. The fee is $25 for non-museum members and $20 for members. Reservations are required. http://www.StAugustineLighthouse.com

(Nov 29) Candlelight Tours of Villa Zorayda November 23, 2012 to November 24, 2012, 5:30 p.m. Explore the beautiful Villa Zorayda, decorated for the Holiday season, featuring a Christmas tree in the "Court of Lions", decorated in the Villa's traditional red and gold and a beautiful creche nativity scene that has been a Villa tradition since the 1930s. Starting at 5:30 p.m., enjoy refreshments of cookies and punch. Then the guided candlelight tour begins at 6:00 p.m. The Villa Zorayda is located at 83 King Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084. 904-829-9887 http://www.VillaZorayda.com

(Nov 30) 8th Annual St. Johns County Festival of Trees at World Golf Village World Golf Village - November 30 to December 9, 2012 daily 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., until last day- 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. The St. Johns County Convention Center and Renaissance World Golf Village Resort will showcase trees and wreaths decorated and donated by local busi-nesses, organizations, families and friends from the community. The display will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the final day. Admission is free. Proceeds will benefit the St. Augustine Record's Empty Stocking Fund and the United Way of St. Johns County. The World Golf Village is located at Exit 323 off I-95 in St. Augustine. St. Augustine World Golf Village, 500 S. Legacy Trl., St. Augustine, FL 32092 904-940-4123 http://www.WorldGolfHallofFame.org

S T . J O H N S B U I L D E R S C O U N C I L

B O R F O R W A R D

www.stjohnsbuilderscouncil.com

Leona Brown—Director 1535 SR 207, Ste 304

St. Augustine, FL 32086 (904)671-3875

Email: [email protected]

St. Johns Builders Council Annual Charity Golf Tournament

November 12, 2012

Enjoy a complete program of special events; 18 holes of golf including cart, range

balls, box lunch, goodie bags for each player and an

exciting awards banquet.

1st and 2nd place

Highest Score

Longest Drive

Closest to the Pin

RAFFLE!

GLO Ball

$1,000. Putting

ENTRY FEE: $90.00 Per Player— $350.00 for team of four players

DON’T WAIT! Contests!! Prizes!

Green Sponsor: $300.00 Display table on Greens, name on Golf Banner & Program

Hole Sponsor: $100.00 Includes Hole sign (no display), name on Golf Program

Helping our “Future Builders”

Of America

Benefiting Pedro Menendez

High School Construction Academy

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7 Ways to Save Money and Go Green This Thanksgiving

It's time, once again, for Americans to give thanks and enjoy a bountiful meal. It's also a day to watch what you eat—and not just in regards to your waistline. Here are seven more money-saving tips for a green Thanksgiving.

1. Use a slow-cooker. Fall is the season for slow-simmered soups, so there's no better time to bust out the Crock Pot. As an added bonus, the slow-cooker is one of the most energy-efficient devices in the kitchen. According to Planet Green: "When compared to a conventional oven which uses 2.7 pounds of CO2 for one hour of use, a slow cooker uses .9 pounds of CO2 for seven hours of use." The Daily Green offers some slow-cooker Thanksgiving recipes.

2. Plan ahead for your leftovers. After three days of turkey sandwiches, it's easy to let left-overs linger in the fridge too long while you decide on a novel way to use them. Before you know it, they've spoiled, and you have to thrown them out—a waste of food and money. Look up some Thanksgiving leftover recipes before the feast, and plan out a whole week's worth of meals in advance. Not sure how long those mashed potatoes will keep? Plan ahead with Still-Tasty, which tells you the average shelf life of nearly any food.

3. Light up your table with soy or beeswax candles. They're better than your everyday ta-pers made of wax paraffin, which will keep you breathing in soot and chemicals such as volatile organic compounds and phalates. Not to mention, soy candles burn longer, are biodegradable, do not contain petroleum, and emit very little smoke.

4. Run the dishwasher efficiently. Holiday guests dirty up many dishes, but when it's time to clean up, make sure that you're running your dishwasher in the most efficient way possible. Energy efficiency software company OPOWER recommends scraping plates instead of rinsing them with hot water, and making sure the dishwasher is full each time it's run. To save on the costs of heating water, avoid special cycles like pre-rinse and rinse-hold, which can be unneces-sary, and stop the dishwasher before it's time to dry—the dishes can air dry, instead.

5. Don't feel like you have to follow tradition. Just because our country's Norman Rockwell vision of Thanksgiving involves turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and green beans, it doesn't mean you're obligated to make any of those dishes. So if you notice year after year that the stuffing goes uneaten, replace it with something a little less traditional, or eliminate it entirely. If the turkey comes out slightly dry each year, try fish instead. And for vegetarians, there's no rule that says that turkey must be replaced with tofurkey. Get creative.

6. Go without the plastic wrap. Plastic wrap is a single-use petroleum product, and contains PVC, a chemical that can leach into your food. The most environmentally-friendly way to store food is in reusable containers, such as glass jars. You can start saving these ahead of time, so you'll be prepared to send guests home with leftovers. Aluminum foil is a greener choice than plastic wrap because it can be recycled.

7. Travel green. You'll have to expend some resources to get from point A to point B, but if you plan ahead, you can keep your travel footprint light. Take a train or public transportation to your Thanksgiving feast, if it's available. If you're flying, choose a non-stop flight and bring your own snacks to the airport to cut down on waste. If you're driving, make sure that your car is tuned up so that you can drive as efficiently as possible.

Psssst, want to know how to save some time? Learn how to attach files to your MLS listing!

Have you ever received a call from another agent or someone from your office looking for additional information on one of your listings? The call usually comes in on a Sunday afternoon when you are out enjoying a day off with your friends or family, right? Occasionally you can answer a few questions over the phone, but more times than not, someone is asking you for information you need to send to them such as a seller’s property disclosure, property survey, floor plan, WDO report, past appraisal or even a topographical survey. Usually you need to scan the paperwork and email it to the agent. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could tell them to download it from the MLS listing in Innovia? YES! Did you know that you can attach files to your MLS listings in Innovia? It’s simple, and you have a few ways that make it easy no matter what you need to attach.

Here are your options:

Option 1: Upload a PDF file into your listing from Innovia.

Option 2: Send a fax and have it automatically uploaded into your listing in Innovia.

For directions login to Innovia, click on “Help”, then select “Listing Maintenance” from the menu on the left side of the screen, then select “ Attaching documents to your listings”. Here you will find step-by-step instructions to upload a file and attach it to your listing.

This is a great way to save you and your fellow Realtors time and energy!

Work Smarter!

Technology Committee “Tech Tip” Supe up your MLS Listings By: Michael DeLorenzo

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CALL 904-829-8738 OR MAIL

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Friday, November 16th

9am—1pm

$10.00

N E W S L E T T E R T I T L E

T R A D E S H O W & C H I L I C O O K - O F F

Left:

Suzie Adams

The Real Estate

Book

VanDyke Norman Insurance

Vicki Lake & Terri Warborg Estate Title—Marlene Lagasse RMG Mortgage—Maria & Nick Gelinas First Florida Insurance-

Tina Wells & Krysti Jones

The Record– Eric Lundy & Cheryl Brunk EverBank—Carolyn Palacios& Lorie Zemlo VIP Staging—Kim Osbourne

& Marjorie Taylor Ron Barry

Metro Market Trends—Clark LaBlond ServPro– Robin Braddock & Betsy Zipper PNC Mortgage-Julie Koren

Right:

Wells Fargo-

Janine

Rinderknecht

First Coast Pool Service—Mary Mergener

Left:

Navy Federal

Credit Union -

Tracy DeVack &

Brenda Brown

Below: Paradise Title-

Pam Gessell & Brandy Jordan

Left:

Prosperity Bank–

Allison Barlow &

Donna

DeRusso-Smith

Seated: Ann Dwyer Standing from left to right is Marie Bills-Busson, Cassy Barbour, Jerel Williams

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The Pledge of Allegiance Roy O. Barnes Jr –Board President &

Dirk Schroeder—MLS President

Roy O. Barnes Jr, Board President,

Dale Stinton, Chief Executive Officer N.A.R

& Dirk Schroeder, MLS President

Ashley Cook-Staff assistant for US Sen. Rubio, Victor

J. Raymos, Andrew Birchall & Ian Edmonson Dean Asher, President-Elect FLORIDA REALTORS

Left:

Victor J Raymos presents Dale

Stinton with souvenir’s from his

trip to Beautiful St. Augustine

Right:

Victor J Raymos presents

Dean Asher with souvenir’s

from his trip to Beautiful

St. Augustine

Dale Stinton, Chief Executive Officer N.A.R , Victor J. Raymos ,

AE-CEO St. Augustine & St Johns County Board of REALTORS & Dean Asher, President-Elect FLORIDA REALTORS



Left: 1st Place Traditional

Jessica Peel (not pictured)

2nd Place Traditional

Rob McGee

Right: 1st Place Non-Traditional

Marjorie Taylor

2nd Place Non-Traditional

Maria Gelinas

Ted Smith, Greg Strump,

Seymoine Schmidt & Marlene Lagasse

Terri Warborg & Seymoine Schmidt

Victor J Raymos & Seymoine Schmidt announce winners The judges reviewing their tally sheets

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Seymoine doing her best “Vanna White” Valerie Cook, Julie Koren& Lydia Keohane Shirley Bennett & Marie Mitchell

Greg Strump, Gayle Logan

& Delilla Harts

Robin Braddock Betsy Zipper

& Matt Kelley George & Shirley Spohrer

Dirk Schroeder & Tracy DeVack Gayle Logan & the St johns Housing

Partnership Group

Lorie Zemlo & Bill Crosby

Ian Edmonson, Eric Lundy

& Cheryl Brunk

Steven & Judi Schuyler

and Suzie Adams Standing room Only!

Marlene Lagasse

Andrew Birchall &

Nancy Barnes Huppert

Terri Warborg & Vicki Lake

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Rick McChesney & Michael DeLorenzo Tanya Liebal & Chuck Pacetti Leona Brown & Seymoine Schmidt

Dennis Larimore & Chris Glochau Team Johnson

William, Libby, Gene & Shaylynn Johnson

Gail Jones

Ed Paucek & Carol Saviak Diana Goebel Sean Hess, Ron Barry & George Spohrer

Gayle Logan & Lanny Linn Kathy Schroeder & Teresa Mercurio Jimmy Faulkner

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The St. Augustine & St. John’s County Board of Realtors®

Scholarship Program

The $500.00 Gold Sponsorship includes Recognition in

• Newsletter

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And you will receive 50 Discount Cards

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Choose a level of sponsorship to support

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From left: Lindsey Whitsell, Madison Brantley, Rhiannon O'Donohoe from Bartram Trail Swim Team, Dirk Schroder, John Pitsch, Steven Schuyler, Cody Stanley‐Housing Partnership, Bill Rowley‐ Trinity Ramp

Squad, Tom Clarke (in orange) Deborah Link, Jeff & Emily Stoneking.

Kneeling in Front: Lisa Stoneking & Roy O. Barnes, Jr.

Victor J. Raymos (Middle), AE/CEO of the St Augustine Board of Realtors presents Bill Lazar, Executive Director (left) of the St. Johns Housing Partnership & Thomas Stauffacher, Director of Operations a donation towards the 2nd Ramp Build.

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R P A C M E S S A G E

Your RPAC CoChairs Ed Paucek & Roberta “Berta” Odom presented the four recommended candidates their checks for the general election. Cyndi Stevenson St. Johns County Commission District 1 Rachael Bennett St. Johns County Commission District 5 Bruce Maguire City of St. Augustine Seat 1 Ed George St. Augustine Beach City Commission Seat 2 Your 2013 CoChairs attended a workshop in Orlando for the PAC (Political Action Committee). There was much information exchanged, but one of the most important was their recommendations for some of the amendments on November 6th ballot. State RPAC Recommendations 2. Additional Homestead property tax discount for disabled Veterans who suffered combat injury,

expand it to all vets not just ones that were in Florida.

3. Replaces the existing revenue limitation base to be based on inflation, population changes instead of personal income growth.

4. Lowers property taxes for w exemption for firsttime homebuyers. Stops recapture which increase property taxes even when property values decline. Lower yearly assessment increases on nonhomestead properties from10 percent to 5 percent. 9. Gives Homestead Property Tax Exemption for Surviving Spouse of Military Veteran or First

Responder.

10. Increase personal property Tax exemption from $25,000 to $50,000 and allows counties to increase if they want to.

11. Additional Homestead Exemption for LowIncome Seniors who maintain longterm residency on

property, equal to assessed value.

Amendment #4 is what we champion the most and the recommendations for “YES” on some of the ballot Amendments. State RPAC weighed in for 23491011. In the next 10 years, Amendment 4 will create 20,000 new jobs, generate 383,000 new home sales, add $1.1 billion to Florida’s economy and expand personal income of Florida residents by $5.3 billion. *Source: FloridaTaxWatch Please inform and/or educate your fellow Realtors and Associates. DON’T FORGET TO VOTE ON NOVEMBER 06, 2012

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Left:

Victor J Raymos, Cyndi Stevenson

& Ed Paucek

Right:

Victor J Raymos, Rachael Bennett

& Ed Paucek

Left:

Roberta “Berta” Odom, Bruce Maguire

& Ed Paucek

Right:

Roberta “Berta” Odom, Ed George

& Ed Paucek


Your 2013 Board of REALTORS® Annual Dues were emailed to each primary and secondary member on October 1, 2012. Please be mindful of your due dates. Any questions please feel free to call the Board office at 829-8738 or email [email protected] for assistance.

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Top Five Things for Listing Appointment Safety

and Top Five Things to Prevent a Carjacking

As we begin to enter the holiday season in November and December, our schedules pick up and safety sometimes takes a backseat. But this time of year is very dangerous in our industry. Don't let your guard down! Here are some great tips to keep you safe in the

upcoming months. Top Five Things for Listing Appointment Safety

1. Take a buddy. There's always safety in numbers. Do listing appointments with someone else. 2. Stay connected. We realize that taking someone with you isn't always possible, so when you must go

alone, stay connected. Check in at the front door before you meet your client. Then check in again every 15-30 minutes with your office or a safety buddy.

3. Verify information. Before you go to the appointment, verify all the information the client gave you. Check foreclosure listings for that property as well.

4. Do a drive by. Driving by the property well before the appointment gives you several advantages. First, you can see if the property looks lived in or abandoned. You can check out the neighborhood. Also, it will give you information you can talk to the owner about, showing them that you are truly vested in the sell.

5. Be aware. Always be aware of everything going on around you. The best defense is a good offense. If something doesn't feel right, it probably isn't.

Top Five Things to Prevent a Carjacking

1. Awareness, awareness, awareness. How many times have you pulled up to a stop sign or red light and immediately started checking emails, looking at documents or listening to voice mails? Did you even

notice the two guys on the side of the road with a baseball bat? Most carjackers are looking to surprise you. But if you see them first, they will wait for another victim.

2. Cell phones. We all have a cell phone, but how many times have you went to make a call and your phone was almost dead? Charge your phone every chance you get so that you can use it when necessary.

The last thing you want is to be stuck on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere with no phone. 3. Call. Don't stop. Many times carjackers use accidents as a way to attack you. They may fake an acci-

dent to get you to stop to help. Instead, call the police to come assist them. It's better to be safe than sorry. 4. Avoid drive through ATMs. Carjackers sometimes stake out drive through ATMs. When you pull up they can block you from the front and behind and demand much more than just your car. If you must use

an ATM, use one located inside a building like a grocery store or inside a bank. 5. Don't get trapped. Be sure to keep at least one-half your car's length in front of you when you stop at a

stop sign or red light. This allows you enough space for an escape route.

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Getting a Leg Up on Ladders by Wally Conway, Host of The Home and Garden Show, Saturdays 7 to 9 AM on WOKV AM690 and 106.5 FM, and President of HomePro Inspections

904-268-8211 WOKV AM690 and 106.5

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HomePro Inspections is your go-to source for agent liability reduction and customer peace of mind! Infrared technology separates the professionals from the pretenders in the home inspection industry, and only HomePro utilizes infrared technology on every exclusive 5 Star Inspection™ Package. Call for your 5 Star Inspection today – 904-268-8211.Have Wally Conway speak at your office or for

your favorite group! Wally is a speaker, writer, FREC instructor, host of HGTV’s “House Detective”, host of DIY Network’s “Finders Fixers”, and host of The Home and Garden radio show on WOKV AM 690 and 106.5 FM. And don’t forget to pick up Wally’s book, “Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”,

available at GoHomePro.com or Amazon.com. Book Wally for your next speaking event today!

HomePro Inspections is your best source for agent liability reduction and

client peace of mind! Your client’s one stop for: Environmental Testing (mold, radon, water, lead paint, meth lab); Wind Mitigation Evaluations, Chinese Drywall Assess-ments, Insurance Inspections, Energy Audits, Home Inspec-tions, Termite Reports, Construction Consultations, Infrared

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By my best count I’ve climbed on over 5,000 homes in St. Augustine and Jacksonville.

Each of those inspections has had me on my ladder. That’s at least five thousand times up the ladder, onto the roof, run round the roof, then back onto the ladder and down to the ground.

And it’s five thousand times up the ladder into the attic, climbing off the ladder to zip around the attic in 150 degree heat, then struggle back onto the ladder and down to the floor.

I’d also suggest the guess that each of those inspections had at least three more trips up and down the ladder for something; checking lighting fixtures, poking at wood rot on eaves and soffit, or testing smoke detectors. It would not be a stretch to claim that I’d been up and down my ladder at least 25,000 times since I started HomePro Inspections now nearly 20 years ago. Over those 20 years of ascending ladders I’ve only fallen once! Can you render a guess where and how? Would you suppose it was some super slick, high pitched roof? Or maybe getting into and through an attic access 20 feet above the garage floor in a Ponte Vedra McMansion?... nope.

How about some really stupid trick like putting the bottom of the ladder on the bumper of my van while trying to make my ladder reach to the roof of a Hardees restaurant? Yes, I really did do that! But, nope, I didn’t fall then.

In spite of the risks and dangers I’ve endured while inspecting over 5,000 homes and buildings for others, the only time I’ve ever fallen from a ladder was in the master bed room of my own home!

It seemed safe enough…at least it did right up until I fell. I had the ladder properly positioned under the attic access in the ceiling and the attic access cover slid to the side. I stepped up the ladder just high enough so that my shoulders were at the height of the ceiling. Then I reached above my head to hang an attic thermometer on a truss. That’s went I fell.

You’ve seen that slow motion special effect in the movie “The Matrix”… that’s what the fall from the ladder felt like. And much like the Tom Petty song, I was “freeeee faalllllling”. While on the way down, I was certain that I would be badly injured – my feet were higher than my head! I knew that if I was seeing ceiling AND feet as I fell, that I was going to land on my head.

As if clairvoyant, I was correct. I did land on my head, but not before smacking it on the bedroom wall, knocking myself unconscious.

When I woke up, I was on my back with my legs draped over my toppled ladder. In my grogginess and without moving, I did an initial assessment of my condition. Fingers moved, toes wiggled. Arms and legs followed, and without pain! I had only a bump on the noggin and a CLEAR reminder that a moment of inattention on a ladder could change my life in an instant.

According the Consumer Product Safety Commission 164,000 people are injured on ladders every year, most in their own home!

One of those people was a dear friend of mine in Jacksonville who fell from her ladder just a month or so ago while changing a smoke detector battery at the peak of a vaulted ceiling. Today, she continues to rehabilitate and heal from her significant injuries. Her injuries included a concussion, broken nose, fractured facial bones, loss of teeth, broken ribs and a punctured lung. Her life was altered in an instant.

So what’s a homeowner to do to reduce the risks of a ladder fall in their own home? Ensure you are using the right ladder for the right job in the right way, or to be super safe, hire a professional to do those things that would put you on a ladder.

Truth be told, to safely do all the tasks around the home that require your feet be off the ground, you need several ladders. A minimum of three ladders will get you started; an extension ladder and a pair of step ladders, one tall and one short. It’s easy to spend over $1,000 on a quality set of ladders. Friends don’t let friends climb cheap ladders.

When you consider the expense of the ladders, the risk of injury and the very real fact that most of us are not skilled at the task we intended to do once we get to the top of the ladder, hiring professionals really makes great sense. To safely climb a strong ladder, only to end up electrocuting yourself while hanging a light fixture is not good. Add in a few power tools, or my favorite death wish device, a chainsaw, before climbing your ladder and you just might be featured on the evening news!

So after you make your fall fix-it list, select a qualified (and if necessary, licensed) professional to do those tasks that require a ladder. I promise you it’s far less expensive than a trip to the ER.

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Monthly Statistics Report

St Augustine & St Johns County

Compiled on 11/05/2012

Oct‐12 Oct‐11

Change from

10/1‐31/2011 ‐ 10/1‐31/2012 YTD 2012 YTD 2011

2011‐12 YTD

Residential

New Listings 275 276 0.36% 3,424 3,335 2.66%

Sold Listings 212 188 12.76% 2,143 2,001 7.09%

Vol. Sold Listings $42,507,876.00 $35,497,325.00 19.74% $420,006,911.00 $389,002,567.00 7.97%

Avg. Sell Price $200,508.85 $188,815.56 6.19% $195,990.16 $194,404.08 0.81% Avg. Day on Market 173 159 8.71% 157 155 1.31%

Lots and Land

New Listings 57 56 1.78% 709 748 ‐5.21%

Sold Listings 21 16 31.25% 223 169 31.95%

Vol. Sold Listings $3,192,500.00 $952,250.00 235.25% $21,128,511.00 $17,260,207.00 22.41%

Avg. Sell Price $152,023.81 $59,515.63 155.43% $94,746.69 $102,131.40 ‐7.23%

Avg. Day on Market 338 224 50.78% 280 226 24.02%

Commercial/Industrial

New Listings 10 13 ‐23.07% 138 148 ‐6.75%

Sold Listings 2 1 100% 22 29 ‐24.13% Vol. Sold Listings $565,000.00 $730,000.00 ‐22.60% $5,310,050.00 $7,100,586.00 ‐25.21%

Avg. Sell Price $282,500.00 $730,000.00 ‐61.30% $241,365.91 $244,847.79 ‐1.42% Avg. Day on Market 204 795 ‐74.40% 284 222 27.52%

MultiFamily

New Listings 2 8 ‐75% 54 68 ‐20.58%

Sold Listings 3 5 ‐40% 29 32 ‐9.37%

Vol. Sold Listings $1,252,000.00 $814,000.00 53.80% $8,185,050.00 $6,412,800.00 27.63%

Avg. Sell Price $417,333.33 $162,800.00 156.34% $282,243.10 $200,400.00 40.83%

Avg. Day on Market 622 69 796.73% 293 154 90.17%

Total

New Listings 344 33 ‐2.62% 4,326 4,299 0.06%

Sold Listings 238 210 13.33% 2,417 2,231 8.33%

Vol. Sold Listings $47,517,376.00 $37,993,575.00 25.06% $454,630,522.00 $419,776,160.00 8.30%

Avg. Sell Price $199,652.84 $180,921.79 10.35% $188,097.03 $188,156.06 0.03%

Avg. Day on Market 194 165 17.27% 171 161 6.17%

Search Criteria Date Start: 10/1/2012

Date End: 10/31/2012

ALL INFORMATION DEEMED RELIABLE BUT NOT GUARANTEED

S T . A U G U S T I N E & S T . J O H N S C O U N T Y B O A R D O F R E A L T O R S ®

DECEMBER 2012 PREVIEW

3rd EDUCATION COMMITTEE 9:00AM

RPAC COMMITTEE 12:00PM

5th COMMERCIAL COMMITTEE 8:30AM

TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE 9:30AM

7th ANNUAL PROSPERITY CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST 8:30AM

11th MLS TRAINING 1:00PM

FINANCE COMMITTEE 12:00PM

12th AFFILIATE COMMITTEE 9:00AM

MLS BOARD MEETING 12:00PM

13th BOARD MEETING 12:00PM

19th PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE 9:30AM

25th CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS

4th PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS TBA

Phone: 904-829-8738

Fax: 904-823-9512

C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O N

Board Office Staff

Victor J. Raymos, RCE

[email protected]

Association Executive

Professional Standards

Sharon Lainhart

[email protected]

Membership and Finance

Lise Hays

[email protected]

MLS/Education /SUPRA/

Newsletter/Website/ Membership

Linda McNett

[email protected]

Membership/Website/SUPRA

/Committee Support/Education

Just like the Board of REALTORS® is your

Board, this is YOUR newsletter! We can’t

do this without you!

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IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION

National Association

of REALTORS— www.realtor.org

1-800-874-6500

NAR Member

Benefits Program—

800-NAR-5233

www.REALTOR.org/RealtorBenefits

REALTOR.COM— 800-878-4166

INNOVIA (MLS) Support—

800-334-0831

FORMSimplicity— 407-587-1450

SUPRA Support—877-699-6787

FloridaRealtors–

www.floridarealtors.org

Tech Hotline—

407-587-1450

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407-438-1409

FR Event Registration—

800-669-4327

FR Orlando—407-438-1400

FR Tallahassee—850-224-1400

RPAC—850-224-1400

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