We are saddened to share the passing of Mary Tyer Kelly’s sister-in-law, Samantha Tyer.  Samantha was a resident of Pittsfield, formerly of Ashley Falls, and the mom to three children.  She also leaves behind her husband, Mary’s brother, Billy. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, August 22nd from 4-7 p.m. at the Kelly Funeral …

We are happy to announce that 2018 President, Cortney Dupont, has been chosen 2018 Realtor of the Year by a committee of her peers.  This honor is bestowed upon a REALTOR that goes above and beyond in their volunteer service in the REALTOR organization including local, state and national levels, those who give back to the community and believe in the ideals and importance of the REALTOR organization and our impact on the Berkshire community.

Cortney has been a member of the Board since 2009, and became active with the association when she first joined the Board of REALTORS Board of Directors in 2016 as the Vice-President.  She served as President-Elect in 2017 and is the President of the board this year.

Cortney has spent countless hours traveling on our behalf, attending meetings and conferences, and serving on critical MLS Committees. She has led by example and actively serves the local association on many, many key task forces, committees and workgroups for the Board.

In her words, “…mentoring our new agents one-on-one…most satisfying AND necessary.  It’s a wonderful way to always refresh our code of ethics for myself and keep current on every law dictating our business from being allowed to install a dock at the water’s edge to where a carbon monoxide detector should be placed.  As all of you who know me…new agent training, education and being the best we can be is my #1 goal as President of the Board.”

Please join us as we wish Cortney “congratulations” .. send her a message, a card, a text:

Cortney Dupont
Cohen & White Associates
P.O. Box 1650
Lenox, MA 01240
Office – (413) 637-1086
Mobile – (413) 429-5000
cortney.dupont@gmail.com
http://www.cohenwhiteassoc.com

 

Local Association Activities

President, Berkshire County Board of REALTORS – 2018

President-Elect, Berkshire County Board of REALTORS – 2017

Vice-President, Berkshire County Board of REALTORS – 2016

Ex-Officio, Multiple Listing Service – 2018

75th Anniversary Planning Workgroup – 2016

Volunteer Bartender, REACT Battle of the Bartenders – 2017

Finance Committee  – 2017/2018

Investment Committee  – 2017/2018

Government Affairs Committee  – 2017/2018

Housing Summit Workgroup – 2018

Chair, Leadership Development Workgroup – 2017/2018

New Agent Skills Development Committee – 2017/2018

Personnel Committee – 2017/2018

Professional Standards Committee – 2017/2018

Structure Analysis Workgroup – 2018

MLS Think Tank – 2017/2018

MLS Vendor Selection Workgroup – 2018

MLS Collaboration Workgroup – 2018

Volunteer Tyler Street Better Block Project – 2017

State Association Activities

State Director – 2016-2018

REALTOR Day on Beacon Hill – 2018

REALTOR Day on Capital Hill – 2016/2017

Graduate – MA Leadership Academy – 2017

MAR President Meetings – 2018

MA Conference & Tradeshow – 2016-2018

National Association Activities

National Legislative Meetings – 2016-2018

National Annual Convention – 2016-2018

National Leadership Summit – 2017

Civic Affairs Activities

Board of Directors, Golden Knight Youth Basketball League of South County

Coach – Golden Knight Youth Basketball League of South County

Coach – Golden Knight Youth Basketball League of South County traveling team

Coach – Youth soccer

Coach – High School soccer

Coach – Youth softball

Coach – High School softball

Coach – JV basketball

Coach – varsity basketball

Coach – league basketball

Member of Tanglewood Business Partners

Volunteer Boston University Program

Member of Lenox Chamber of Commerce

Volunteer guide for Venfort Hall

Volunteer Elizabeth Freeman Center

Mentor fostering support for local girls

Volunteer Construct, Inc

Volunteer fundraising for 6-8 local athletes annually

Food drives for local churches

Purchase holiday gifts for underprivileged athletes

Sing at local nursing homes

Serve meals for area senior citizens

Volunteer of the Year for Golden Knight Association

Business Accomplishments

Instrumental in the team marketing Cohen & White Associates, Inc.

Real Estate business mentor at Cohen & White

Referrals generated from satisfied buyer and seller clients

You are invited to join us for an informal learning / sharing round-table session to discuss core basics of the business. Through this program, attendees will gain access to industry professionals and best practices, discover methods to build your knowledge base, network with Realtors striving to raise the bar and learn about advanced educational opportunities.

August 9, 2018 – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (light lunch provided) at the Board Office, 99 West Street, Pittsfield (TD Bank building, 2nd floor)

• Learn Financing Best Practices from Jackie McNinch of Adams Community Bank
  
• MassLandRecords.com and registry discussions with Patsy Harris, Central Berkshire Registry of Deeds
  
• Open Discussion and Emerging Issues with the Board Office CEO, Sandy Carroll
  
• Veteran REALTOR Wrap: What I Wish I knew when I started…from our committee
  

This is a place to listen, share, ask questions  – in a safe and judgement-free environment.  Pre-registration is required as seating is limited.

Please read the following Case Interpretation from the Code of Ethics regarding Article 3.  Would you have found the REALTOR in violation, or not in violation of the Code? Case #3-7: Time at Which Modification to Offer of Compensation is Communicated is a Determining Factor REALTOR A listed Seller X’s home and entered the listing …

Did you know…ALL REALTORS must complete Code of Ethics training on a biennial basis, beginning January 1, 2017?  That means that ALL REALTORS must have that mandated education completed by December 31, 2018.  The clock is ticking!  This educational mandate is part of your duties as a member of the National Association of REALTORS.  If …

How about sporting a Welcome Home license plate?  The purchase of this housing themed plate will help provide funds to continue efforts of the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS Charitable Foundation.  It’s great for all members to use (especially since you can try to capture a custom plate #).  Why now?  The MAR Charitable Foundation has …

In our busy world of tight schedules, conflicting appointments and other work and family pressures, its important to remember that professional courtesies are a must that will help us all get through our days, and transactions with less stress and conflict.  While its understandable that some situations are unavoidable, please keep in mind that consumers, …

Reminder: Berkshire candidate nominations must be received by Monday, June 18, 2018!  Please nominate an outstanding REALTOR member who has made the greatest contribution to the advancement of the real estate profession and the community at large from January 1 of the previous year to the present time (the last 18 months).  The award criteria …

Q.  I’ve heard that Facebook is under a lot of scrutiny lately for enabling housing discrimination – can I still advertise my listings on Facebook? A.  Yes, you can still advertise your real estate business and specific listings using Facebook’s advertising platform; however, you must remain cognizant of the Fair Housing Act, as well as …

Each month, we’ll provide you with a case interpretation of an Article from the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of REALTORS.  Let us know what you think! Case #2-8 Misrepresentation Realtor A listed a motel for sale and prepared a sales prospectus setting out figures reporting the operating experience …