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central pasco association of REALTORS®
EALTOR® NEWS
VISIT US ONLINE AT CPARFL.com
An Association Created by REALTORS® for REALTORS® In the 21st CENTURY
PRESIDENTEd Anderson
Action 100 [email protected]
PRESIDENT-ELECTToby Caroline
Sun ‘N Fun [email protected]
VICE PRESIDENTDeborah Catterton
Charles Rutenberg [email protected]
SECRETARYMargie Bradley
SouthShore Homes & Properties [email protected]
TREASURERAlex Koumiss
StarLight [email protected]
PAST PRESIDENTPatsy PetermanSeagrass Realty
DIRECTORTonya Bouvette
Prudential [email protected]
DIRECTORVicki Derbes
Prudential Tropical Realty [email protected]
DIRECTORLynn Mooney
SouthShore Homes & [email protected]
DIRECTORPete Rundel
Action 100 [email protected]
DIRECTORJoan Staut
Sun ‘N Fun [email protected]
BUSINESS PARTNER LIAISONLynne Tonte
National Property [email protected]
The Central Pasco Association of Realtors ® kicked off the New Year of 2013 with a big bang. Our first luncheon was a joint meeting with the national award winning Tampa Chapter of the Womens’ Council of Realtors®. Our keynote speaker was none other than the Honorable Bob Buckhorn, Mayor of the City of Tampa. Mayor Buckhorn was a lively, gregarious speaker and extremely informative. He spoke for over an hour and gave us great insight into what makes Tampa Bay such a fabulous place to live and work. We had an extensive Q & A afterwards and he expanded on his thoughts and plans for the next years of growth for our area.
There was a packed house with almost 100 attendees for this joint meeting and a great time was had by all! Watch your email for a video excerpt of this presentation that will be linked to our CPARFL.com website courtesy of Deborah Farmer from Howling Wolf Productions.
You don’t want to miss a meeting this year! We guarantee fun and information!
Check out our SMILE page for more photos.
Melanie Chadwell-Norris The Honorable Bob Buckhorn Ed Anderson2012 President WCR Tampa Mayor of The City of Tampa CPAR President 2013
Kicking off the New Year 2013
VOL. 4 ISSUE 1 JAN/FEB 2013
PREZa word from the
The Florida Chapter Young Professionals Network (YPN) was established to offer young professional
Realtors in Florida opportunities to network and strengthen working relationships. YPN members like to
connect and have fun. YPN events, funded entirely by sponsors, consistently draw hundreds of
REALTORS® and often are booked to capacity.
As a member of the YPN, you can stay abreast of industry happenings, have your own sounding board,
and have an opportunity to be more involved. There are also special invitations to NAR sponsored
YPN events. YPN events are a fun way for members to meet other real estate professionals from around
the country, build a referral network, and learn about new and free resources from the NATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®.
CPAR will be starting a YPN chapter in 2013. We need our members to get involved and help get this
very important organization started. You will be receiving more information via email. Hopefully, we can
get our first event scheduled soon. If you already belong to another chapter of YPN, no problem. You
can join ours as well. For more information, contact me at [email protected]. I will send you more
information about starting the chapter and how to become involved.
Looking forward to a great 2013!
Ed Anderson
CPAR President 2013
“Watch Out! Here comes
YPN!”
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The CPAR/WCR joint meeting also featured Ingeborg Ryals, a Tampa
author and surviver of Nazi Germany persecution. Her new memoir is
“The Tears of War”.
The author was a sheltered teenage girl in 1945 when the Red Army
occupied her village in what would become East Germany, and her
chilling account details how the Soviet occupation force cruelly abused
the civilian population it had liberated from the scourge of Nazism.
Rape, disease, and malnutrition were just a few of the indignities Ryals
endured; her situation only worsened when the Soviets sent her to a
labor camp on an island in the Baltic Sea.
A daring escape enabled her to make her way to the American section
of Berlin — and a new life of freedom — but at the nearly unbearable
cost of leaving beloved family and friends behind. “The Tears of War”
is a reminder to us all of the devastating impact war inflicts on innocent
lives on both sides of the battle lines — even generations after
hostilities cease.
As neighbors around her committed suicide rather than live under the
depraved rule of their Soviet occupiers, Ryals vowed to not give in to
her fears — nor her tears. The stunning result of her courage under fire,
“The Tears of War” is nothing less than a must-read memoir.
Thank you Ms. Ryals for spending time with us at CPAR and
sharing your story.
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SandyRae• R E A L T Y •YOUR “New” TAMPA REAL ESTATE CONNECTIONThose of you who know me and my reputation for
being an accomplished Realtor and getting results for my clients,
will be thrilled to know I am now “on my own” and
prepared to deliver exceptional “first-class”
service that is better than ever.
If you are looking to purchase or sell your property, please
call me for a no-obligation discussion about your personal
goals and experience the attention to the details and end results
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Deborah Farmer813.310.0444
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WELCOMEnew member
MEMBERSHIP RECOGNITIONNew Realtor® Members:
LaRosa Realty: Joseph LaRosa
Coldwell Banker Advantage Team: David Jamison
People’s Choice Realty: Jay Hundt
Monte Real Estate: Frank Monte
Monte Real Estate: Robin Moravec-Evans
Progressive Realty of TampaBay: Ana Reynicke-Perretta
Team Grimaldi, Inc.: Barbara Larkins
New Business Partners (formerly called Affiliate Members):
Juan Mota – Mota Insurance
Arthur Draper – Perry Draper Law, P.A.
Brian Arrighi – Boss & Arrighi, PA.
Steve Dumas – Rainbow International Restoration
James Ward – Class Act Inspections
So we brought you a safety training class! It was an extremely fun and informative class to teach us all how to be more observant to defend ourselves in various situations. We also learned how to obtain a Concealed Weapons Permit.
Our speakers were Michael Fluno, an NRA certified Firearm Instructor and owner of Castle Firearm Education and Bill Strand owner of Dead End Firearms, Inc. Bill is also a fellow Realtor® with Greater Tampa Bay Real Estate Services, Inc.
Both speakers gave the members vital information on how to handle firearms and some legal information concerning firearms and concealed weapons permits. Did you know that if you carry mace or pepper spray and if the weight is over 2 ounces, you need a license? We learned this and much more! Another well attended session at Pebble Creek Golf and Country Club.
(L to R) Safety Instructors: Bill Strand - Dead End Firearms, Michael Fluno – Castle Firearms Education,
CPAR President 2013 – Ed Anderson
Safety Training Class
SSLynn Mooney, BrokerMargie Bradley, Sales AssociateGerald Collings, Sales AssociateTiffany Languedoc, Sales AssociateHelen Williams, Broker Associate
email [email protected]• 813.641.2204 • 800.482.5015 • 813.501.1400 FAX
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AE CornerIn 2012, we began the year with 116 Realtor members and ended with 174! A 50% net increase in membership! A new year has begun and CPAR is off to a GREAT start with an additional 10 members. Keep it up, everyone!This year has already been a very busy one for CPAR as we participated in the SUPRA lockbox exchange in February. I would like to thank CPAR members, Lynn Mooney, Patsy Peterman, Toby Caroline and Deborah Catterton, who helped to make the process run smoothly and efficiently. We even managed to have some fun as well.
Speaking of Supra, we currently have a limited supply of the new Fob3 eKey adapter that is compatible with the Blackberry, Android and iPhone. Do you have a Smartphone? Want to carry just one device? Upgrade from the ActiveKey to an eKey, and make your Smartphone your Key. (See the Supra ad in this newsletter, call 813-406-6081, or email [email protected] for details.)
We have also revamped our Facebook page with the assistance of members Lyndie House and Tonya Bouvette. Check it out and be sure to “Like” us at https://www.facebook.com/CPAR.FL.
We look forward to a wonderful year of interesting and informative meetings and training sessions. A wise person once said that “education is an investment”. We hope you will take the time to join us and make that investment with us.
CPAR Affiliate members are now known as CPAR Business Partners. Whatever you call us – we have a lot of FUN! We kicked off 2013 with a February After Hours Mixer held at Elsa’s TexMex Restaurant in Lutz. With over 20 people inattendance, it was another successful event for CPAR.
Mixers are a great way to meet Real Estate Professionals in a casual, fun and open atmosphere. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors for the excellent food spread. Each sponsor had the opportunity to speak for a few minutes, offering us updated or new information on their services.
The CPAR Business Partners always look forward to saying “thank you” to the Realtors for their continued support and business at these mixers. We encourage all CPAR Realtors to join the fun.
Our next After Hours Mixer is on April 2nd at Prime Bar, Shops at Wiregrass. Hope everyone will come out for a great night of networking, great food and fun!
Thanks again to our February Food Sponsors:
Chris Black Insurance ~ Inland Homes ~ Hillsborough Title ~ Ram Insurance Ierna’s Heating & Cooling ~ Mota Insurance ~ Tampa Home Inspections
Let me know if you want to be a sponsor at our next event. You will receive space on the event flyer, an opportunity to speak and recognition in the eNews. Contact me today! Call 813-973-2004 or email me at [email protected]
Lynne Tonte, CPAR Business Partner LiaisonNational Property Inspections
BUSINESSPARTNERS
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SMILEbig CPAR
Kicking off the New Year 2013
CPAR Business Partners Mixer
Call 813.973.2004
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EDUCATIONSESSIONS
CPAR...always learning
CPAR had a well attended and very informative educational Session Tuesday, February 19th at Meadow Pointe Community Center, on Deductions for 2012 Income Taxes. Our speaker, Larry Shrewsbury, CPA, gave us a bonus with a lively discussion on tax law changes and what to expect in 2013, Larry stated that he would know more in November of this year the changes in 2014.
Larry’s great sense of humor, quick wit and extensive knowledge, made this a fun class. He explained the difference between employee versus independent contractor status, and how the tax laws affect both. He also touched on differences between S Corporation, C Corporations and LLCs.
Did you know?The annual exclusion applies to gifts to each donation. In other words, if you give each of your children $13,000 on or after January 1, 2012, the annual exclusion applies to each gift.
How long should you hold onto your receipts and tax records? It all depends on each person’s tax return but basically you should keep your tax receipts and records for 7 years; however, we discovered there are some receipts and records you should keep forever.
This educational session was sponsored by Frank Monte with Centurion Financial Group. Frank also explained to us the benefits of filing a claim as a Realtor for the BP Oil Spill money.
Deborah Catterton - CPAR Vice President 2013 Charles Rutenberg Realty
Additional Note:Just a note to say that I really appreciated the knowledge and time the CPA spent at the meeting on February 19, 2013. It was very good and thanks for the opportunity I had to attend.
Phyllis Vollrath ~ Vollrath Realty, Inc.
DEDUCTIONS FOR 2012 INCOME TAXES
Lou Molnar, Broker(813 484-5211
www.Lou-Molnar.comHow Can We Help You?
Wesley Chapel (813) 973-2240Land O’Lakes (813) 996-4747
ONLINE FAXING SERVICE ~ Lynn Mooney
Do not have an online faxing service or think you may be paying too much for one? Check out the comparison chart at http://www.faxcompare.com/.
My eFax service started to reach $200 a year plus—it was time to do something. I signed on with Nextiva—500 pages a month for $59.40 annual rate or $4.95 a month. 813 area codes are available. Now, I have the “pain” of changing my fax number.
ONLINE FAXING SERVICE ~ Lynn Mooney
Do not have an online faxing service or think you may be paying too much for one? Check out the comparison chart at http://www.faxcompare.com/.
My eFax service started to reach $200 a year plus—it was time to do something. I signed on with Nextiva—500 pages a month for $59.40 annual rate or $4.95 a month. 813 area codes are available. Now, I have the “pain” of changing my fax number.
With eKey, your Smartphone is the Key...
Do you have a Smartphone? Want to carry just one device? CPAR has a limited supply of Smartphone adapters (Fob 3).
Upgrade NOW to turn your Smartphone into your lockbox key!
FIRST download the free eKey ‘app’:
iPhone – Select ‘App Store’ icon, select Search and search for Supra eKEY, select the app, & tap Install Android – Select ‘Market’ icon, select Search and search for Supra eKEY, select the app, & tap Install BlackBerry – Select ‘App World’ icon, select Search and search for Supra eKEY, select the app & tap install
Call 813.406.6081 to schedule an appointment. Please bring with you:
Bring BOTH ActiveKEY& Smartphone Payment for the fob is by check or credit card
* Visit www.supraekey.com/Products/Pages/eKEY.aspx for more details on eKeys.
OFFICE ADDRESS: 27642 Cashford Circle, Suite 110, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 • Phone: 813-406-6081 • Fax: 813-712-2865 • [email protected]
www.CPARfl.com
What is your most controversial appraisal issue in today’s market?
How to list properties that will appraise.
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Thursday March 14, 2013
Pebble Creek Country Club 10050 Regents Park Drive
Tampa, FL 33647
11:30 AM—12:00 PM Registration 12:00 PM—1:30 PM Meeting
~Reservations~Internet: www.cparfl.com
Call: 813-406-6081
$15.00 Advance Reservations—$20.00 At The Door
OFFICE ADDRESS: 27642 Cashford Circle, Suite 110, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 • Phone: 813‐406‐6081 • Fax: 813‐712‐2865 • [email protected]
www.CPAR.com
Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce 2013 Expo “Community Spotlight”
CPAR will be participating in the 2013 CPCC Business Expo and we need help to make it a success. This is an excellent opportunity to meet thousand of residents, visitors and other business people in our community and introduce them to the BEST Realtor Association around!
Put the SPOTLIGHT on you and your business!
Please contact VICKI DERBES, Chairperson, to volunteer, to donate promotional items, or for more information.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 813.712.8438
Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex3023 Collier Parkway
Land O’ Lakes
MARCH 15 & 16, 2013Friday 4:00PM - 7:00PM
Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm
The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Business EXPO is Central Pasco’s largest showcase for its
members and give them an excellent opportunity for local businesses and organizations to showcase their
products and services to thousands of residents, visitors and other business people. It brings together more than
100 businesses under one roof from Land O’ Lakes, Lutz, Wesley Chapel and Tampa.
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18 Hole Golf Scramble: Check in at 8am, cost $79 per person includes lunch. Don’t Miss It! The foursome special only $300 includes golf and lunch for 4. PMN Course “The Business of Your
Business: 9am-5pm, cost $99 per person
includes lunch. Instructor: Tony Macaluso, Real Estate School & Seminars. LuNCH ONLY networking at noon lunch served at 1pm, cost $35 per person. Keynote speaker: Amy Worth-Paul, Cash Bar Available, Chinese Auction, Silent Auction.Visit Our Website: www.WCRDistrictConference.com
April speaker
Bob has eleven years experience as Senior Planner with Hillsborough County Planning and Growth Management and the Planning Commission where he served as the Damage Assessment Coordinator and as the Intergovernmental Liaison to the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council. He was the Government Affairs Coordinator for the Builder’s Association of Greater Tampa before resigning to run for the State House of Representatives. He worked for
a year as a planning manager for SBA Communications, and also worked as a planner/project manager for URS Corporation and Tampa Bay Engineering. He also worked for Atwell-Hicks Development Consultants as a Project/Business Development Coordinator and served as a Special Hearing Master for Hillsborough County for Land Use disputes.
Bob HenriquezHillsborough County Property Appraiser
Thursday, April 1811:30AM-1:30PMLocation to be determined. Wednesday, May 8 The Plantation Golf & Country Club
9:00AM-5:00PM 500 Rockley Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
$15 per person
at the door
$20 RSVP: www.WCRTampa.com call 813.633.2666 ext. 1
Thursday, March 21 11:30AM-1:30PM at: Pebble Creek Golf & Country Club
10550 Regents Park Dr., Tampa 33647
March speaker
Tiffanie Kellog
Wcr Business resource
MeeTings
Choose Your “Course” District 6 & District 13 Conference
ONE Amazing Day... 3 Great Courses
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A NOTE FROM FLORIDA REALTORS ® PAC
Florida Realtors PAC will begin inviting your PAC Investors to start participating in the Florida Realtors PAC monthly billing program. This service is being provided through NAR’s Convio platform and puts the member in control of their own investments.
Below are two links that can be shared with Investors. Each link is specific to one of two categories of Investor. State Award Investors and National Award Investors. See descriptions for further information.
Upon completing the form, your member will begin having a monthly investment billed to them via credit or debit card. Charges will occur on the same day of each following month and can be set to occur for a period of time or continuously for throughout the year. Should errors occur, the member will be notified via email to make the necessary corrections (e.g., card expires, change in address, etc…). Charges are automatically loaded into the Aristotle reporting system and are reconciled on a regular basis.
Please review each link and share any questions or comments you may have. Our goal is to ensure any questions that could come about are addressed now.
Thank you for your continued support of Florida Realtors PAC.
State Award Investor – http://www2.realtoractioncenter.com/site/Donation2?df_id=2940&2940.donation=form1
Description – SAI are members who invest in the PAC at award levels of $15 - $999. Those award levels are:Investor – minimum investment of $15 annually99 Club – investment of $99 annuallyCapital Club – investment of $250 annually Statesman – investment of $500 and a sustaining investment of $250 each year thereafterGold Sustaining – investors who have given $99 for ten years with a $99 investment each year thereafter
National Award Investor – http://www2.realtoractioncenter.com/site/Donation2?df_id=3080&3080.donation=form1
Description – NAI are members who invest in the PAC at award levels of $1,000 to $10,000. Those award levels are:Sterling R - $1,000 investment annuallyCrystal R - $2,500 initial investment and, a sustaining investment of $1,500 each year thereafterGolden R - $5,000 initial investment and, a sustaining investment of $2,000 each year thereafter
Jack GreacenSenior Political Representative | FloridaRealtors®
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