Pro. Standards Volunteers Give Doubly!
Over 40 REALTORS attended the Professional Standards Tribunal Training session last week and immersed themselves…
Our Sympathy to Matt Chow of Alton & Westall
We are terribly saddened to report the passing of Matt Chow‘s mother, Joan Theresa Goldener…
Welcome Affiliate: Berkshire Green Septic Services
We are so happy to welcome a brand new affiliate member, Berkshire Green Septic Services. …
Is your website mobile-friendly?
The iPhone/Android age is dictating the way our current websites will appear in search results! …
Fannie Mae Launches HomePath for 1st Time Homebuyers
We first reported in December 2014 that first-time homebuyer closing cost assistance was on the…
Fiber Optic Towns Update
At our April 2nd Membership Industry Luncheon, we were given a fantastic presentation on Fiber…
In Memory: Sean Gelinas
We are sad to report the passing of Sean Gelinas, brother of Joe Gelinas, and…
Have you claimed your .REALTOR domain yet?
The online world keeps getting more complicated .REALTOR makes the trusted source in real estate…
The Voice for Real Estate: Credit, Vacation Homes
The way credit scores are calculated needs to change to reflect shifts in demographics, technology,…
Website Audits Scheduled to Begin May 1st!
The Website Audit Task-force met recently to determine the scope of our Website Audit. Our…
Create your FREE Zillow Profile
Having a Zillow profile will ensure that you will be the first in the contact…
Do you know someone who has shown an extraordinary commitment to community service? Seeking Nominations!
We are seeking nominations for the 2015 Good Neighbor Awards. The awards—now entering their 17th…
“Whatever Floats Your Boat” – a Town Players Musical Review Directed by Our Own Berkshire REALTOR Beverly Krol!
The Town Players Of Pittsfield will present a musical review on May 1, 2 and…
Help Us Help Berkshire Charitable Causes
Here is the help we need – and so many ways to have fun, give…
RESPA TILA Changes Take Shape
As outlined at our Industry Luncheon today, there are changes happening to the real estate closing…
What to ask the Buyer’s Lender before Completing a P&S
Thanks to Board Legal Counsel Mike Shepard and our fantastic Affiliate Lenders for providing insight…
MLS Regulation Changes Approved
The following changes mandated by NAR were approved by the MLS Board of Directors: March…
Your Listings on Zillow, Trulia, HotPad and Street Easy
We have reached a Direct Feed Agreement With Zillow! Why did we spend so much…
Notes From the Legal Hotline: Advertising and Social Media.
Common Questions on Advertising through Social Media answered by the staff of the MAR Legal Hotline.…
March 2015 Member Report
Spring is here! (If we believe it, it will be true!) There have been many changes…