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  •  Texas Real Estate Commission license update

    Texas Real Estate Commission license update

    January 27, 2012
    Please note that TREC sent out the following message today: If your license expires Jan. 31, 2012, and you haven't yet renewed it, you'll need to e-mail the Texas Real Estate Commission before you can complete the online renewal process. The "token" that TREC e-mailed you 90 days before your license-expiration date no longer works, and you'll need a new one to renew your license. Send an e-mail to information@trec.texas.gov with the subject "Token number reset." The commission says someone will send you a new, working token within 24 hours.
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  • JANUARY ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    JANUARY ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    January 13, 2012
    JANUARY ISSUE OF THE REALTOR® MAGAZINE
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  • Texas REALTORS Leadership Program

    Texas REALTORS Leadership Program

    January 10, 2012
    The mission of the Texas REALTORS® Leadership Program is to cultivate future leaders.
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  • TREPAC Valentine Hottie Contest

    TREPAC Valentine Hottie Contest

    January 6, 2012
    TREPAC Valentine Hottie Contest is on February 9th at the Hilton Garden Inn Airport. Tickets are $30 and includer a dinner, show, auction, and fun fun fun!
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  • Title Profesionals Distinguish Themselves Through New Certification Program

    Title Profesionals Distinguish Themselves Through New Certification Program

    January 4, 2012
    Austin - The Texas Land Title Association (TLTA) has launched a professionals to prove their expertise and knowledge in the Texas Land Title Industry.
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  • Revisions to TAR Leasing and Property Management Forms

    Revisions to TAR Leasing and Property Management Forms

    December 28, 2011
    TAR has adopted changes to the following forms >
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  • OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, January 2, 2012

    OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, January 2, 2012

    December 22, 2011
    Sorry for the inconvenience but our office will be closed Monday, January 2, 2012. Have a Happy New Year!!!
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  • Season Greetings from GEPAR

    Season Greetings from GEPAR

    December 21, 2011
    HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
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  • GET INVOLVED!!!

    GET INVOLVED!!!

    December 6, 2011
    Participate. Be Active. Get Involved.
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  • GEPAR OFFICE PHONE & INTERNET DOWNTIME NOTICE

    GEPAR OFFICE PHONE & INTERNET DOWNTIME NOTICE

    November 16, 2011
    GEPAR OFFICE PHONE & INTERNET DOWNTIME NOTICE.
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  • 2012 INSTALLATION BANQUET

    2012 INSTALLATION BANQUET

    October 24, 2011
    Make sure to RSVP.
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  • 2011 REALTOR & Salesman of the Year Nomination

    2011 REALTOR & Salesman of the Year Nomination

    October 24, 2011
    2011 REALTOR® & Salesman of the Year Nomination return by November 4, 2011
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  • MEMBERSHIP DUES BILLING FOR 2012

    MEMBERSHIP DUES BILLING FOR 2012

    October 24, 2011
    NOTICE: TO ALL REALTOR® MEMBERS RE: MEMBERSHIP DUES BILLING FOR 2012
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  • MLS Statistics for September

    MLS Statistics for September

    October 18, 2011
    People talk about the national housing market like its some static thing, like a toaster. The thing is, there is no national housing market. Just like there is no national weather forecast. That doesn't mean national averages don't have their place, but you don’t grab a raincoat and an umbrella in Miami based on the weather in Seattle. Like the weather, all real estate is local. As we embark on the fourth and final quarter of 2011, let’s take a look at our local forecast.
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  • REALTOR RALLY SURFS UP

    REALTOR RALLY SURFS UP

    October 3, 2011
    REALTOR REALLY IS HERE AGAIN! Come be a part of a Military Hero Honoring, Fun Themes, Great Speakers, Trade Show, Networking, Lunch.
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  • EPSO REALTORS Wine & Cheese Reception.

    EPSO REALTORS Wine & Cheese Reception.

    September 19, 2011
    Join EPSO and your fellow REALTORS® for a Wine & Cheese Reception.
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  • 2011 GEPAR/ MLS BOD Election

    2011 GEPAR/ MLS BOD Election

    August 29, 2011
    Elections season is about to start and make sure you review the Candidates that are running.
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  • REALTOR FOOD DRIVE

    REALTOR FOOD DRIVE

    August 2, 2011
    REALTOR® FOOD DRIVE (Thank You REALTORS®) Throughout the month of August our REALTOR® community came out to support those in need.
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  • REALIST 2 IS HERE!

    REALIST 2 IS HERE!

    July 14, 2011
    GEPAR MEMBERS, NOW AVAILABLE IN MLXCHANGE!
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  • GET INVOLVED, BECOME A LEADER

    GET INVOLVED, BECOME A LEADER

    July 6, 2011
    Support your association, become a leader! GEPAR is now accepting applications for leadership positions for the Board of Directors and the MLS Board of Directors. Download an application form below or visit www.elpasorealtor.com. Please fax or e-mail your application to Isela Martinez @ 915.298.9006 or imartinez@gepar.org. DEADLINE: July 29, 2011 @ 5:00 pm
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  • OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, September 5, 2011

    OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, September 5, 2011

    July 1, 2011
    Sorry for the inconvenience but our office will be closed Monday, September 5, 2011. MLXchange support line will be closed Monday, September 5, 2011.
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  • The GEPAR office will be opened for the lockbox conversion

    The GEPAR office will be opened for the lockbox conversion

    June 27, 2011
    The GEPAR office will be opened for the lockbox conversion June 27th through July 1st for members who have made a reservation. No other business will be conducted. Please make payments online or by mail. Any problems regarding the MLS System call 1-888-825-5472 you may also call 783-6097 or e-mail kat@gepar.org.
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  • QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON THE SENTRILOCK CONVERSION

    QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON THE SENTRILOCK CONVERSION

    June 2, 2011
    Why are we switching to new lockboxes? Our current system has been in place since 2005 but many of the existing lockboxes require extensive maintenance from GEPAR staff. In addition, our contract with SentriLock has expired and there is no warranty or support services without a new contract being executed. The lockbox task force felt the new Sentrilock product had greater durability and would serve our membership for a longer period of time than the current lockboxes.
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  • Board Office Closing Early April 22nd at 3p.m.

    Board Office Closing Early April 22nd at 3p.m.

    April 22, 2011
    The Board office will be closing today April 22nd at 3:00 p.m. in observance of Good Friday. Normal business hours will resume on Monday April 25th. We apologize for any inconvenience and wish that everyone has a safe and wonderful weekend.
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  • STORIES OF SUCCESS - Woody L. Hunt, Chairman and CEO of Hunt Companies, Inc.

    STORIES OF SUCCESS - Woody L. Hunt, Chairman and CEO of Hunt Companies, Inc.

    April 22, 2011
    This month’s “STORIES OF SUCCESS”, is Friday, April 29, 2011 . Woody L. Hunt (Woodley L. Hunt), chairman and chief executive officer of Hunt Companies, Inc. which has over 360 employees and has been operated by the Hunt family for four generations. He will inspire, inform and leave you excited about the future of El Paso.
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  • YPN: Going beyond the Basics.

    YPN: Going beyond the Basics.

    April 22, 2011
    Come listen to a panel of experts give insight into the real estate day to day operations, give their top 5 suggestions for real estate business, and answer your questions. Join us for a panel discussion.
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  • Education Day Presentation

    Education Day Presentation

    April 5, 2011
    2011's Presenter Red C. Jones, PhD, Senior Vice President-Chief Economist Stewart Title Guaranty Co. gave us his presentation so that we can have a better look at the information he was providing us.
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  • Does anything you do as an individual really affect the legislative process?

    Does anything you do as an individual really affect the legislative process?

    March 30, 2011
    Since January, our Texas Legislators have been working to balance the state budget, draw new district boundaries, and tackle issues the governor has designated emergency items. These are not small tasks, which may take officials’ attention away from other important issues, like banning real estate transfer fees or clarifying that Texas REALTORS® should not be subject to claims under the Deceptive Trace Practices Act.
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  • MARCH ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    MARCH ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    March 10, 2011
    READ OUR NEWEST ISSUE. NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY!!!
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  • OFFICE CLOSED THURSDAY & FRIDAY, November 24-25, 2011

    OFFICE CLOSED THURSDAY & FRIDAY, November 24-25, 2011

    February 18, 2011
    Sorry for the inconvenience but our office will be closed Thursday & Friday, November 24-25, 2011
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  • TREC Mandatory Revised Forms

    TREC Mandatory Revised Forms

    February 18, 2011
    On Feb. 14, the Texas Real Estate Commission revised the contracts that had been adopted and posted for voluntary use on Nov. 15, 2010, with a mandatory use date of March 1. The change removes the new Paragraph 15B, which provided a time period for asserting a claim for specific performance, and returns Paragraph 15 to the way it existed prior to the adoption of the new contracts.
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  • How to pay your Quarterly Payment

    How to pay your Quarterly Payment

    February 17, 2011
    In order to expedite the fees process for everyone, your dues are now being collected through your Membership Director. You can get directly to the Membership Director by clicking on the link below.
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  • FEBRUARY ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    FEBRUARY ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    February 10, 2011
    READ OUR NEWEST ISSUE. NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY!!!
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  • STORIES OF SUCCESS - Dr Robert Nachtmann

    STORIES OF SUCCESS - Dr Robert Nachtmann

    February 9, 2011
    Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® presents “STORIES OF SUCCESS”, a monthly series of inspiring speakers from the community sharing their own stories and also revealing how they see El Paso today…a region of opportunity virtually unfolding before our eyes.
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  • GEPAR Will be closed today

    GEPAR Will be closed today

    February 4, 2011
    GEPAR Will be closed Friday, February, 4th 2011
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  • TREPAC Valentine Hottie Contest (CORRECTION:RE-SCHEDULED TO 2-8-11)

    TREPAC Valentine Hottie Contest (CORRECTION:RE-SCHEDULED TO 2-8-11)

    February 3, 2011
    TREPAC Valentine Hottie Contest (CORRECTION:RE-SCHEDULED TO 2-8-11)
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  • Texas Quarterly Housing Report

    Texas Quarterly Housing Report

    February 2, 2011
    Texas Quarterly Housing Report
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  •  MLXChange Training Schedule for JAN 27th-31st (CLASSES WILL BE ONLINE ONLY!)

    MLXChange Training Schedule for JAN 27th-31st (CLASSES WILL BE ONLINE ONLY!)

    January 16, 2011
    MLXchange Webinar Training Schedule JAN 27th-31st (Classes Will Be Online Only!)
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  • HOW TO GET INTO THE NEW MLS SYSTEM?

    HOW TO GET INTO THE NEW MLS SYSTEM?

    January 11, 2011
    HAVE YOU ACCESSED THE NEW MLS SYSTEM-MLXchange YET? IF NOT, YOU CAN!
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  • The Innovia MLS System is scheduled to be turned off on January 18th, 2011

    The Innovia MLS System is scheduled to be turned off on January 18th, 2011

    December 29, 2010
    If you have not yet become familiar with new system-MLXchange or have not attended a training we highly encourage members to attend any upcoming MLXchange training classes.
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  • Board Office Closing today at 3

    Board Office Closing today at 3

    December 23, 2010
    The Board Office will Closed today at 3:00 p.m. for the Holidays. Normal Hours will resume on Tuesday December 27th.
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  • Office Closed for Christmas Lunch In

    Office Closed for Christmas Lunch In

    December 13, 2010
    GEPAR office is closing for our staff Christmas lunch on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 from 11:30 to 1:00.
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  • <strong>(UPDATED) MLXchange Training Jan 10th-14th. FINAL TRAINING CLASSES BEFORE CUTOVER!</strong>

    (UPDATED) MLXchange Training Jan 10th-14th. FINAL TRAINING CLASSES BEFORE CUTOVER!

    December 10, 2010
    Marketlinx trainers will be returning for another week of MLXchange training from January 10th-January 14th.
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  • DECEMBER ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    DECEMBER ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    December 10, 2010
    READ OUR NEWEST ISSUE. AVAILABLE ONLINE!!! Look for the El Paso REALTOR® to appear only online starting January of 2011. After over 90 years of keeping our members informed with a hard copy, we will now progress to online distribution. The cost of a hard copy continues to increase and the survey taken of the members indicates the majority prefers to receive news and updates online. Please watch for online notification of the EL PASO REALTOR® each month and for a new weekly update bulletin.
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  • (DECEMBER) NEW MLS SYSTEM TRAINING SCHEDULE

    (DECEMBER) NEW MLS SYSTEM TRAINING SCHEDULE

    December 8, 2010
    The following is the MLXchange Training schedule for DECEMBER ONLY.
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  • NEW MLS SYSTEM SUPPORT SITE

    NEW MLS SYSTEM SUPPORT SITE

    December 8, 2010
    NEW MLXCHANGE ONLINE TRAINING SUPPORT SITE NOW AVAILABLE!
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  • HOLIDAY CIBA BANQUET

    HOLIDAY CIBA BANQUET

    December 7, 2010
    Join us at the HOLIDAY CIBA BANQUET THE LANCERS CLUB - EAST 3135 Trawood
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  • THE NEW MLS SYSTEM IS LIVE! IMPORTANT GETTING STARTED INFORMATION.

    THE NEW MLS SYSTEM IS LIVE! IMPORTANT GETTING STARTED INFORMATION.

    December 6, 2010
    The New MLS System is now live! Please read this article for important information on upcoming training schedules, getting started & accessing the New MLS System!
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  • Office Closed (WEDNESDAY @ 1:00pm, THURSDAY & FRIDAY)

    Office Closed (WEDNESDAY @ 1:00pm, THURSDAY & FRIDAY)

    November 24, 2010
    GEPAR will be closed on Thursday & Friday, November 25th – 26th 2010 for Thanksgiving. We will re-open on Monday, November 29th at 8:00 AM. We will be CLOSING EARLY Wednesday, November 24, 2010 @ 1:00pm.
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  • WCR 2011 Officer Installation

    WCR 2011 Officer Installation

    November 24, 2010
    BRIDGING THE GAP Womens Council of REALTORS®, El Paso Del Norte Chapter Requests your presence for our 2011 Officer Installation! $35 Cocktail and Dinner ticket. THURSDAY, December 2 @ 6:00pm Camino Real Hotel For tickets inquires, contact: Denise @ 915.613.7950 or Sam @ 915.269.7634
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  • Avis Wukasch's husband, Harry Gibbs

    Avis Wukasch's husband, Harry Gibbs

    November 22, 2010
    Harry Gibbs was involved in a terrible automobile accident on Friday 19th. Harry is Avis Wukasch's husband and a committed leader in real estate. In the car with him was Deb Waldman. She is the director of Professional Development at the Texas Association of REALTORS.
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  • El Paso named safest US city

    El Paso named safest US city

    November 22, 2010
    Despite being located across the border from one of the deadliest cities in the world, El Paso is the safest large city in the United States, according to rankings released Sunday
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  • A Powerful FREE MLS Tool is Available Now!

    A Powerful FREE MLS Tool is Available Now!

    November 3, 2010
    Members would you like to get access to listings from all over the country, directly from your MLS? The MLS Data Co-op is a new offering that lets MLSs easily share data with other MLSs. More than ever before, brokers and agents are looking to get access to listing data from neighboring MLSs and from areas with strong relocation/vacation relationships.
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  • PLEASE READ! NEW MLS SYSTEM TRAINING HAS STARTED. SEATS STILL AVAILABLE!

    PLEASE READ! NEW MLS SYSTEM TRAINING HAS STARTED. SEATS STILL AVAILABLE!

    October 29, 2010
    The new MLS is closer than you think! On November 30th training started for the new MLXCHANGE MLS system,SEATS STILL AVAILABLE!
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  • 2010 TREPAC INVESTORS

    2010 TREPAC INVESTORS

    October 28, 2010
    GEPAR WANTS TO THANK ALL OUR 2010 TREPAC INVESTORS
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  • Salesman of the Year

    Salesman of the Year

    October 20, 2010
    The REALTOR® and Salesman of the year Committee will be meeting to make the selections for this year’s honorees.
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  • Just Launched your latest FREE MEMBER BENEFIT

    Just Launched your latest FREE MEMBER BENEFIT

    October 19, 2010
    RE Technology your latest Free Member Benefit- Wanna learn how technology can help you sell more real estate? Feel like you need or you’re behind with technology? Looking for a way to catch up?
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  • LEARN ABOUT LEGAL ISSUES AFFECTING YOUR BUSINESS

    LEARN ABOUT LEGAL ISSUES AFFECTING YOUR BUSINESS

    October 12, 2010
    Gabe Lopez, Associate Counsel for the Texas Association of REALTORS® will be this month’s Ambassador Series guest speaker. Join us Friday, October 22, 2010 at 1:00 pm at the association’s office.
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  • Office Closed (FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2010)

    Office Closed (FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2010)

    October 8, 2010
    GEPAR will be closed on Friday, October 8th for 2010 REALTOR® RALLY. We will re-open on Monday, October 11th at 8:00 AM.
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  • IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURES [PLEASE READ]

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURES [PLEASE READ]

    October 6, 2010
    The Texas Attorney General's recent demand letter to mortgage lending institutions.
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  • 2010 REALTOR RALLY

    2010 REALTOR RALLY

    October 1, 2010
    Find out more about the REALTOR RALLY
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  • Save the Date - October 15, 2010

    Save the Date - October 15, 2010

    September 28, 2010
    A fabulous evening of entertainment, fine dining and the auctioning of exciting items–along with individually designed, highly imaginative bras.
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  • Vote 2010

    Vote 2010

    September 27, 2010
    Federal, State and Local Elections Vote Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010 Early Voting October 18, 2010 - October 29, 2010
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  • GEPAR IS UPGRADING ITS MLS SYSTEM!

    GEPAR IS UPGRADING ITS MLS SYSTEM!

    September 20, 2010
    NEW MLS SYSTEM UPGRADE, COMING SOON! We are pleased to announce to our membership that we will be upgrading MLS Systems from Marketlinx Innovia to Marketlinx MLXchange beginning in December of this year!
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  • Congratulations to Rick Snow

    Congratulations to Rick Snow

    September 17, 2010
    Congratulations to Rick Snow, First Choice Realty on receiving certification as a GRI 1 and GRI 2 instructor. Having an El Paso instructor will greatly facilitate our association in offering the GRI designation classes to the membership.
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  • TREPAC Sweepstakes

    TREPAC Sweepstakes

    September 15, 2010
    The Aug. 31 TREPAC Sweepstakes was such a huge success, raising nearly $10,000 from non-investors, that we're holding another one-day sweepstakes on Sept. 22. This time, we're opening it up to all Texas REALTORS®—let's see what 80,000-plus members can do!
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  • MLS would like to know

    MLS would like to know

    September 2, 2010
    The MLS would like to know if you'd like to add all of these features to your Multiple Listing Service.
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  • SEPTEMBER ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    SEPTEMBER ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    September 1, 2010
    READ OUR NEWEST ISSUE. NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!!!
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  •  GEPAR & MLS Elections

    GEPAR & MLS Elections

    August 27, 2010
    Make sure you vote by proxy and mail it back on or before October 1, 2010 or you may vote by ballot in person at the Association Office the week of September 27th through October 1st. All votes must be in b 5:00pm on October 1st.
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  • The 4th quarter fees were billed

    The 4th quarter fees were billed

    August 25, 2010
    The 4th quarter fees were billed by e-mail on August 13th and are due by August 31st. Members can log on to Member Director to view the balance due on their account.
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  • JOIN US AS WE WELCOME EMMA W. SCHWARTZ, MPH

    JOIN US AS WE WELCOME EMMA W. SCHWARTZ, MPH

    August 11, 2010
    Emma Wollschlager Schwartz, President of the Medical Center of the Americas (MCA) Foundation will be this month’s Ambassador Series guest speaker. Join us Friday, August 20, 2010 at 1:30 pm at the association’s office.
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  • AUGUST ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    AUGUST ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    August 10, 2010
    READ OUR NEWEST ISSUE. NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!!!
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  • GEPAR: Survey

    GEPAR: Survey

    August 5, 2010
    Your association wants your input. We are looking for better ways to serve you the REALTOR®. So we are asking you to fill out this quick survey. You can submit it online, mail it back to us, or drop by the GEPAR office before August 13, 2010. The great news is upon completion of this survey you will be given the chance to win a Free MCE course.
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  • MEANINGFUL EMINENT-DOMAIN REFORM LEGISLATION

    MEANINGFUL EMINENT-DOMAIN REFORM LEGISLATION

    July 23, 2010
    If you missed the first Texas REALTOR® Tele-Town Hall meeting with Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples, it’s not too late. You still have an opportunity to find out how Texas REALTORS® can play an active role in passing meaningful eminent-domain reform legislation next session that truly benefits Texas property owners.
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  • Join the Texas Association of REALTORS and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples.

    Join the Texas Association of REALTORS and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples.

    July 15, 2010
    Join the Texas Association of REALORS® and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples on a teleconference town hall Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 1:00 pm (MST).
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  • JULY ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    JULY ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    July 9, 2010
    READ OUR NEWEST ISSUE. NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!!!
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  • Access to the MLS is now back up!

    Access to the MLS is now back up!

    July 8, 2010
    Access to Innovia is now back up!
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  • OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, JULY 5, 2010

    OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, JULY 5, 2010

    July 2, 2010
    Sorry for the inconvenience but our office will be closed Monday, July 5, 2010. Sentrilock will be closed Sunday, July 4, 2010 and Sentrilock support center will be open Monday, July 5, 2010. Innovia support line will be closed Monday, July 5, 2010.
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  • THIRD QUARTER FEES WERE DUE ON MAY 31ST

    THIRD QUARTER FEES WERE DUE ON MAY 31ST

    July 2, 2010
    THIRD QUARTER FEES WERE DUE ON MAY 31ST . FINAL DAY TO PAY WAS JUNE 30TH. SERVICE ON ALL ACCOUNTS THAT WERE NOT PAID IS SUSPENDED. YOU MAY CALL A PAYMENT INTO THE GEPAR OFFICE OR BRING YOUR PAYMENT TO THE OFFICE. YOU MAY PAY ON LINE BUT CALL MONICA AT 783-6076 OR MARIA AT 783-6077 TO ACTIVATE YOUR STATUS. PLEASE NOTE GEPAR IS CLOSED MONDAY, JULY 5TH.
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  • GET INVOLVED, BECOME A LEADER

    GET INVOLVED, BECOME A LEADER

    July 1, 2010
    Support your association, become a leader.
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  • CONGRESS HAS EXTENDED THE TAX CREDIT CLOSING DATE AND NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM

    CONGRESS HAS EXTENDED THE TAX CREDIT CLOSING DATE AND NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM

    June 28, 2010
    After a close brush with the deadline, Congress has passed an extension of the Homebuyer Tax Credit closing deadline, the Homebuyer Assistance and Improvement Act (H.R. 5623). The extension applies only to transactions that have ratified contracts in place as of April 30, 2010 that have not yet closed
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  • JOIN US AS WE WELCOME THE HON. CONGRESSMEN REYES

    JOIN US AS WE WELCOME THE HON. CONGRESSMEN REYES

    June 28, 2010
    The Honorable Silvestre Reyes, Chairman of The House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and Member of the House Armed Services Committee will be this month’s Ambassador Series guest speaker. Join us this July, 9th 2010 at 1:00 pm at the association’s office. Questions and answers after the presentations. Please RSVP with Amanda by July, 7th @ (915) 783-6096 or aberns@gepar.org.
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  • SAFE Act Update

    SAFE Act Update

    June 17, 2010
    The commissioner has delayed the implementation of the SAFE Act requirement for licensure in seller-financed transactions in Texas until August 31
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  • El Paso Realtor on

    El Paso Realtor on "My first home" TV show

    June 3, 2010
    El Paso’s own Stephanie Phillips was selected by the TLC’s nationally syndicated TV show "My First Home" as the representing Realtor for a pair of sisters buying their first home in west El Paso.
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  • Fannie Mae Changes Rules for Borrowers with a Prior Short Sale or Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure

    Fannie Mae Changes Rules for Borrowers with a Prior Short Sale or Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure

    June 1, 2010
    On April 14, 2010, Fannie Mae released Announcement SEL-2010-05 revising its rules regarding the eligibility of a borrower to obtain a new mortgage after a pre-foreclosure event (a short sale (also known as a pre-foreclosure sale) or a deed-in-lieu of foreclosure). For a consumer with a prior short sale or a deed-in-lieu of foreclosure without an extenuating circumstance, the new waiting periods are 2 years with a 80% maximum LTV, 4 years with a 90% maximum LTV, and 7 years otherwise.
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  • Talent Show

    Talent Show

    June 1, 2010
    Join us for an evening of fun. Our Third Annual Talent Show is coming up Tuesday July 6, 2010 at The Comic Strip Comedy Club. All proceeds will go to benefit TREPAC.
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  • Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)

    Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)

    June 2, 2010
    City’s interested in purchasing foreclosed multifamily units.
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  • JUNE ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    JUNE ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    June 2, 2010
    READ OUR NEWEST ISSUE. NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!!!
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  • SELLER FINANCING INFORMATION

    SELLER FINANCING INFORMATION

    May 25, 2010
    SAFE ACT requires license for most seller financing
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  • HOME INSPECTION SEMINAR AT GEPAR

    HOME INSPECTION SEMINAR AT GEPAR

    May 13, 2010
    RSVP FOR THE HOME INSPECTION SEMINAR AT GEPAR
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  • TAR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FORMS

    TAR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FORMS

    April 28, 2010
    Please review the forms and submit comments to Edra Anderson, Associate Counsel at TAR by emailing eanderson@texasrealtors.com by May 21, 2010.
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  • COME OUT AND LET'S BOWL

    COME OUT AND LET'S BOWL

    April 12, 2010
    GET YOUR TEAM TOGETHER AND JOIN US FOR FOOD, FUN AND A GREAT TIME!!
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  • APRIL ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    APRIL ISSUE OF THE REALTOR MAGAZINE

    April 9, 2010
    READ OUR NEWEST ISSUE. NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!!!
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  • PAY BY MARCH 31ST TO AVOID DISCONNECTION

    PAY BY MARCH 31ST TO AVOID DISCONNECTION

    March 29, 2010
    This is a reminder to our members that quarterly fees are due no later than March 31st. On April 1st, all service will suspended, including MLS and there will be a $50.00 reconnection fee.
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  • Have you filed your mixed-use vehicle exemption?

    Have you filed your mixed-use vehicle exemption?

    March 22, 2010
    The passage of Proposition 6 in the November 2007 constitutional election ensured that your personal automobile was exempt from ad valorem taxation, as long as you filed the annual exemption form with your appraisal district. The rules of the exemption were tweaked In the 2009 legislative session to allow an exemption form to be filed once and remain valid until that vehicle changes ownership. Thus, this is the first tax year that you can file the one-time exemption, and the deadline to file is April 1.
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  • BUY TICKETS TO EDUCATION DAY TODAY!!!

    BUY TICKETS TO EDUCATION DAY TODAY!!!

    March 4, 2010
    START EARLY AND BUY YOUR TICKETS TO EDUCATION DAY!!!
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  • GEPAR ANNOUNCES PRIMARY ELECTION ENDORSEMENTS

    GEPAR ANNOUNCES PRIMARY ELECTION ENDORSEMENTS

    February 16, 2010
    GEPAR ANNOUNCES THE FOLLOWING ENDORSEMENTS:
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  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS ON NEW GEPAR BILLING POLICY

    QUESTIONS & ANSWERS ON NEW GEPAR BILLING POLICY

    February 11, 2010
    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON NEW GEPAR BILLING POLICY
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  • OUR CONDOLENCES

    OUR CONDOLENCES

    January 22, 2010
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to offer their condolences to the family of Elva Cornish (Vision Real Estate) whose mother recently passed away on January 18, 2010.
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  • MARCH 15th at GEPAR FREE E-Pro WORKSHOP WITH NATIONAL SPEAKER!

    MARCH 15th at GEPAR FREE E-Pro WORKSHOP WITH NATIONAL SPEAKER!

    January 22, 2010
    Don't miss this free e-PRO® Workshop, compliments of NAR and InternetCrusade!
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  • Downpayment and Closing Cost Assistance

    Downpayment and Closing Cost Assistance

    January 21, 2010
    El Paso Housing Finance Corporation announced the issuance of $24.5 million in bonds on Wednesday, Jan. 20. The bonds will be used to provide competitive mortgage financing and down payment assistance to low-to-moderate income home buyers in the El Paso community.
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  • Congratulations Mickey Molina

    Congratulations Mickey Molina

    January 20, 2010
    GEPAR congratulates Mickey Molina for being named the first ever El Paso Mortgage Banker Association Honorary Life Member!!
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  • RESPA PRESENTATION AT GEPAR

    RESPA PRESENTATION AT GEPAR

    January 14, 2010
    FREE AND INFORMATIVE!!!
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  • Home Sales up for the 4th straight month!

    Home Sales up for the 4th straight month!

    January 12, 2010
    Up,Up,Up! November Home Sold Report now available!
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  • CONDOLENCES

    CONDOLENCES

    January 18, 2010
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to offer their condolences to Judy Burrows on the passing of her brother, Ken Houston.
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  • CITY CODES & ORDINANCES

    CITY CODES & ORDINANCES

    January 5, 2010
    We will have special guest Victor Vega, Deputy Director of El Paso's Development Services Department, on January 15 at 1pm to discuss the new building codes and ordinances such as the swimming pool.
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  • CONDOLENCES

    CONDOLENCES

    January 4, 2010
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to express their condolences to Lawanda Corbett (Benchmark Realty) on the passing of her son, Timothy.
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  • REVISED TAR FORMS

    REVISED TAR FORMS

    January 4, 2010
    TAR has adopted changes to the following forms required by Texas state law.
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  • Forbes:El Paso #1 in Income growth!

    Forbes:El Paso #1 in Income growth!

    December 17, 2009
    El Paso Shows Us the Money!
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  • OUR SYMPATHIES

    OUR SYMPATHIES

    December 7, 2009
    GEPAR would like to offer their condolences and sympathies to the Benortham family (Oak Tree Realty) for the loss of Doyle Dean Benortham. Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 pm, Monday, December 7, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 am, Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast with Bishop Richard Johnson of Destiny Family Christian Center officiating. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Service entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast.
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  • CONDOLENCES

    CONDOLENCES

    December 4, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to express their condolences to the friends and family of Michele Riley (Lawyers Title of El Paso). Visitation will be Tuesday, December 8, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Martin Funeral Home on 1460 George Dieter. Chapel Service will be on Wednesday at 10:00am at Martin Funeral Home. Interment will be at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery on 4900 McNutt Road in Santa Teresa, NM.
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  • OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES

    OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES

    December 1, 2009
    Alfonso Perez member Emeritus of GEPAR passed away recently. Our condolences go out to his family and friends. Viewing will be Thursday, Dec 3rd, 2:00p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home,1060 N. Carolina followed by a rosary at 7:00p.m. Funeral Mass celebrated Friday, Dec. 4th, 11:30 a.m. at St Raphael Catholic Church, 2301 Zanzibar. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a contribution to SPJ in the name of Alfonso Perez. This charity builds homes for people in Juarez. Send contributions in care of Diana Perez, Coldwell Banker, 5662 N. Mesa, El Paso, TX 79912.
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  • CONDOLENCES

    CONDOLENCES

    November 30, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to offer their condolences to the family of Robert Field (Sierra Title) who recently lost his wife, Dawn Denise Field.
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  • SINCERE CONDOLENCES

    SINCERE CONDOLENCES

    November 25, 2009
    Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Everett Lewis (Century 21 Haggerty) whose son, Erique, recently passed away.
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  • GEPAR WILL BE CLOSED NEXT THURSDAY AND FRIDAY

    GEPAR WILL BE CLOSED NEXT THURSDAY AND FRIDAY

    November 20, 2009
    Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, GEPAR will be closed on November 26 and 27. We will resume our normal business hours on Monday, November 30. Have a safe and happy holiday!
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  • OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES

    OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES

    November 20, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to extend their deepest sympathies to the friends and family of Martin Dornau (Castle Realty) who passed away recently.
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  • CONDOLENCES

    CONDOLENCES

    November 19, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to offer their condolences to Chris Freddi (Vision Realty) whose wife, Angie, recently passed away.
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  • OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES

    OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES

    November 16, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to offer their deepest sympathies to the family of Norman Haddad (Investors International) whose sister, Amelia Isaac, recently passed away.
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  • CONDOLENCES

    CONDOLENCES

    November 13, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to extend their condolences to the family of Cecilia Lopez of Success Realty who recently lost her father, Manuel Drusina.
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  • CONTRACTS UPDATE CLASS-EARN 3 HOURS OF MCE

    CONTRACTS UPDATE CLASS-EARN 3 HOURS OF MCE

    November 12, 2009
    EARN 3 HOURS OF MCE CREDIT
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  • Swimming Pool Ordinance

    Swimming Pool Ordinance

    November 10, 2009
    Read up on the swimming pool ordinance.
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  • TAX CREDIT EXTENDED AND EXPANDED

    TAX CREDIT EXTENDED AND EXPANDED

    November 6, 2009
    READ NOW ON THE EXTENSION AND EXPANSION OF THE TAX CREDIT
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  • ANNOUNCING REALTOR & SALESMAN OF THE YEAR RECIPIENTS

    ANNOUNCING REALTOR & SALESMAN OF THE YEAR RECIPIENTS

    November 4, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to announce their REALTOR® and Salesman of the Year recipients.
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  • RECEIVE 10% OFF ON

    RECEIVE 10% OFF ON "LA VIE DE LA BOHEME"

    November 2, 2009
    REALTORS® WILL RECEIVE 10% OFF ON SELECTED DATES FOR THE PRODUCTION OF "LA VIE DE LA BOHEME"
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  • CONDOLENCES

    CONDOLENCES

    November 2, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to extend their condolences to the friends and family of William "Bill" Healy who recently passed away.
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  • FREE PRESENTATION ON NEW RESPA RULES

    FREE PRESENTATION ON NEW RESPA RULES

    October 30, 2009
    SIGN UP FOR FREE PRESENTATION ON NEW RESPA RULES
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  • REALTORS, YOUR URGENT ACTION IS NEEDED!!!

    REALTORS, YOUR URGENT ACTION IS NEEDED!!!

    October 26, 2009
    SUPPORT THE DODD-LIEBERMAN-ISAKSON TAX CREDIT AMENDMENT.
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  • PROPOSED TAR COMMERCIAL FORMS REVISIONS

    PROPOSED TAR COMMERCIAL FORMS REVISIONS

    October 21, 2009
    TAR is proposing changes to the following commercial forms.
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  • EARLY VOTING LOCATIONS

    EARLY VOTING LOCATIONS

    October 19, 2009
    Get out and vote "YES" to appraisal reform
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  • REALTOR AND SALESMAN OF THE YEAR

    REALTOR AND SALESMAN OF THE YEAR

    October 13, 2009
    SUBMIT NAMES FOR REALTOR® AND SALESMAN OF THE YEAR AWARDS
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  • Ambasador Series - Jim Valenti

    Ambasador Series - Jim Valenti

    October 12, 2009
    The Ambassador Series is proud to present Jim Valenti CEO of University Medical Center. Mr. Valenti will be discussing the medical center's impact on the El Paso economy and providing an update on the new children's hospital
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  • VOTE YES TO APPRAISAL REFORM

    VOTE YES TO APPRAISAL REFORM

    October 8, 2009
    VOTE YES TO APPRAISAL REFORM
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  • EL PASO SYMPHONY INVITES ALL REALTORS

    EL PASO SYMPHONY INVITES ALL REALTORS

    October 8, 2009
    The El Paso Symphony will hold a REALTOR® reception on October 22.
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  • OPEN HOUSE FOR REALTORS

    OPEN HOUSE FOR REALTORS

    September 29, 2009
    ATTEND THE ANNUAL REALTOR® TOUR AT THE AMERICAS SHOWCASE OF HOMES
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  • CONDOLENCES

    CONDOLENCES

    September 29, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of REALTORS® would like to offer their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sally Thomas and all the people at Carefree Homes. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, October 2nd, 2009 at 12:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home East. Private burial to follow at a later date. Please view Mrs. Thomas' online memorial tribute and send condolences at www.mem.com. Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of MARTIN FUNERAL HOME EAST, 1460 GEORGE DIETER DR., EL PASO, TX. 79936. (915) 855-8881.
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  • CCIM INTRODUCTORY CLASS

    CCIM INTRODUCTORY CLASS

    September 24, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Chapter of CCIM is offering the CCIM Intro Class in Las Cruces on October 8th and 9th.
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  • 2009 Parade of Homes - Americas Showcase of Homes

    2009 Parade of Homes - Americas Showcase of Homes

    September 22, 2009
    The 2009 Parade of Homes titled Americas Showcase of Homes will have the traditional Preview Party event on Thursday, September 24 from 6-9 p.m. This year the event is on the east side just a few blocks from Joe Battle/Loop 375.
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  • REGISTER FOR GRI IN OCTOBER

    REGISTER FOR GRI IN OCTOBER

    September 11, 2009
    Register for the GRI in October
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  • IMPORTANT NEWS FOR ALL GEPAR MEMBERS

    IMPORTANT NEWS FOR ALL GEPAR MEMBERS

    September 11, 2009
    NAR'S CALL TO ACTION TO EXTEND THE HOMEBUYER'S TAX CREDIT
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  • UPCOMING CCIM CLASS

    UPCOMING CCIM CLASS

    September 10, 2009
    UPCOMING CCIM CLASS
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  • REALTOR Rally 2009

    REALTOR Rally 2009

    September 10, 2009
    October 2nd, 2009 GEPAR is having it's annual REALTOR RALLY. Come Join us Celebrate what it means to be a REALTOR in El Paso. Don't Delay Contact Hilda to get your tickets today!
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  • 2009 WCR GOLF TOURNAMENT

    2009 WCR GOLF TOURNAMENT

    September 9, 2009
    SCROLL DOWN FOR SPONSORSHIP AND REGISTRATION FORMS.
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  • ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS FOR 2010

    ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS FOR 2010

    August 27, 2009
    The election of officers and directors for the 2010 GEPAR and MLS boards
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  • EARN THE NAR DIVERSITY CERTIFICATION

    EARN THE NAR DIVERSITY CERTIFICATION

    August 25, 2009
    Register for the "At Home with Diversity" class and earn your certificate
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  • TREPAC'S EL PASO ROCKS SWEEPSTAKES

    TREPAC'S EL PASO ROCKS SWEEPSTAKES

    August 18, 2009
    Treat yourself to an evening of fun, food and drinks. Get your tickets now!!!
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  • READ IF YOUR STILL HAVING TROUBLE LOGIN INTO INNOVIA!

    READ IF YOUR STILL HAVING TROUBLE LOGIN INTO INNOVIA!

    July 13, 2009
    IF YOUR STILL HAVING TROUBLE LOGIN INTO INNOVIA!
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  • Condolences

    Condolences

    August 10, 2009
    Our Condolences go out to Kay Gibbs for the loss of her husband, Dennis Gibbs. There will be a visitation time on Monday, 4-9 at martin Funeral Home and services will be at Martin Funeral Home, West at 9:30 on Tuesday, burial with full military honors at Ft Bliss at 11:00.
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  • MONTHLY EL PASO MLS STATS NOW BEING PUBLISHED ONLINE!

    MONTHLY EL PASO MLS STATS NOW BEING PUBLISHED ONLINE!

    August 5, 2009
    The Greater El Paso Association of Realtors is now publishing its Monthly MLS Statistics online!
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  • AUGUST ISSUE OF REALTOR MAGAZINE

    AUGUST ISSUE OF REALTOR MAGAZINE

    July 31, 2009
    Read it online today
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  • UNDERSTANDING THE HOME VALUATION CODE OF CONDUCT

    UNDERSTANDING THE HOME VALUATION CODE OF CONDUCT

    July 27, 2009
    We have provided a few key points about the Home Valuation Code of Conduct (HVCC). However, for an in-depth look into the Code, please go to www.Realtor.org/HVCC.
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  • Elpasorealtor.com Login

    Elpasorealtor.com Login

    July 21, 2009
    GEPARmore to your website! Where adding the ability for members of GEPAR to log into elpasorealtor.com. is bringing Once you log in you’ll be able to login to INNOVIA & MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR, change your REALTOR® profile(THIS WILL MAKE YOU MORE VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC!), start up a free blog and comment on existing articles and other member’s blog entries. And very soon you’re going to be able to sign up and pay for MCE and other training courses right from your website!
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  • JOIN US AT THE COMIC STRIP COMEDY CLUB

    JOIN US AT THE COMIC STRIP COMEDY CLUB

    July 15, 2009
    Have a few laughs and drinks with friends at the Comic Strip Comedy Club
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  • USE THE TAX CREDIT AS A DOWN PAYMENT

    USE THE TAX CREDIT AS A DOWN PAYMENT

    July 15, 2009
    The Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs will have two sessions on using the tax credit as a down payment at GEPAR on July 24 at 9am and 1pm. Please RSVP your preferred time at imartinez@gepar.org.
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  • USING THE TAX CREDIT AS A DOWN PAYMENT

    USING THE TAX CREDIT AS A DOWN PAYMENT

    July 14, 2009
    The Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs will have two sessions on using the tax credit as a down payment at GEPAR on July 24 at 9am and 1pm. Please RSVP your preferred time at imartinez@gepar.org.
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  • BE A PART OF LEADERSHIP, JOIN THE GEPAR OR MLS BOARD

    BE A PART OF LEADERSHIP, JOIN THE GEPAR OR MLS BOARD

    July 2, 2009
    We are looking for creative and innovative individuals who want to serve their Association
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  • SIGN ORDINANCE REMINDER

    SIGN ORDINANCE REMINDER

    June 18, 2009
    Please be careful not to violate the city's sign ordinance. The City will actively be monitoring code violations such as the sign ordinance.
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