The safety of NAR's more than 1.3 million members is always a top priority. They are committed to helping our members stay safe while on the job, at home, and on the road. To raise awareness about this important issue, September 9-15, 2007 has been officially designated as the fifth annual REALTORŪ Safety Week.

Attend FAAR's very own SAFETY SEMINAR on Thursday September 13th at 11:00am to 1:00pm instructed by Officer Brian Abraham and FAAR Director Sue Csutoras. Sign up now!

If you can't attend FAAR's Safety Seminar, you can still learn how to safe on the job. NAR has provided an abundance of tips to being a safer REALTORŪ.

Attention REALTORSŪ living in District Five: Sue Yeotis, 2006 FAAR President, is running for the Michigan Association of REALTORSŪ Board of Directors and would like to ask for your vote. View her extensive resume online by CLICKING HERE.

For all voters: All members in districts with 2008 elections of the Michigan Association of REALTORSŪ may vote for eligible candidates from their districts. Voting is available exclusively online today until September 27, 2007.

Make a difference at MAR by participating in One REALTORŪ. One Vote., MAR's annual director elections. Districts are divided along US Congressional lines and members vote in the district where they live.

Click the following link to begin voting on MAR's secure election web site: http://www. mirealtors.com/vote.html

Once at this site, you will be asked for the following:
- Your last name
- Your NRDS number, which you can get from FAAR if you do not have

Class is now in session! With summer coming to a close, FAAR is holding more educational opportunities.

New Classes:

ABR Designation -- This 3-day class will increase your ability to compete in today's marketplace. Show buyers that you have the skills and expertise to professionally represent their needs and interests. Also learn how to represent and advise the Internet savvy consumers of today! Oct. 24-25-26 at 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Mortgage Fraud, Foreclosure, & Short Sales -- Explore the current mortgage market, the foreclosure process, rights of owners under Mich. redemption laws and MUCH more! Cost is $20 ($30 non- members). Sept. 19th at 9 am - 11 am

Effective Negotiations -- Learn the types of negotiation and practices. Topics include: why people negotiate, positional bargaining, value negotiating, and breaking the impasse. Located at REPlace (4284 E. Court, Burton). Email: Angie@AngieRidley.com to register. $75. Sept. 12th at 9 am - 3:30 pm

Many more classes are available at little or no cost. Click the following link to see a full list.

FAAR is thrilled to announce more FAAR-OUT! Awards have been delivered! Congratulations to the following:

American Associates, Inc. - Over 510,000 American flags have been distributed to homes and in parades over the last 20+ years!

Sue Reber, Piper Realty - Sue traveled to Swazee, Africa, with a group of people to help the villagers with basic care needs. Sue and her family raised $12,000 to attend this trip through fundraisers.

Ann Fotenakes, Signature Real Estate - As Flushing Township Trustee, Ann is fighting to change the way non-principle tax exemptions are handled.

Kathy Johns, Lands Gate Real Estate - Kathy organized a fundraising benefit for the Clio Area Senior Center.

FAAR is proud of all the wonderful things the membership does to better our community! Congratulations, and THANK YOU for making a difference in the lives of others! If YOU know someone who is worthy of a FAAR-OUT! Award, contact Casey Hardin at 810-767-6330 or email her at Casey@flinthomes.net

Through administrator Hartland Insurance Group, Frankenmuth Mutual (FM) provides MAR members with substantial discounts on auto- and homeowners insurance. Members receive discounts of at least 10 percent off normal FM auto insurance rates, 15 percent off homeowners insurance rates, and an amazing 20 percent off of combined auto- and homeowners policies.

Members can enroll by contacting their local Frankenmuth Mutual agent.
To find your local agent, call 800.682.6881 or visit the Hartland Insurance Group Web site.

Mark your calendars for RUSH WEEK! MAR-U!

The MAR 2007 Convention and Expo will be held on September 26-28 at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort in Mt. Pleasant.

Numerous industry related sessions will make your attendance worth it! Topics include technology, legal, environmental, appraisal, and self- motivation.

Go to MAR's Convention web site for a list of speakers, special events, and more! Registration is also available online.

Get your application in early for the FAAR 2008 Scholarships!

The FAAR Board of Directors have made available twenty (20) $150 scholarships for the 2008 calendar year to members in good standing of FAAR. Ten (10) scholarships are to be awarded to those who have been members of FAAR for two years or less. Ten (10) scholarships are to be awarded to those who have been members of FAAR for two years or more.

The deadline to return the application is Friday, January 4th at 5 pm. The scholarships are only good for a NAR, MAR or FAAR sponsored class or seminar. Scholarship recipients must be a REALTORŪ Member of FAAR in good standing at the time the scholarship is utilized and reimbursement is requested. Recipients must show proof of satisfactory completion and payment in full in order to be eligible for reimbursement. Awarded scholarships must be used within the 2008 calendar year or they will be forfeit. Scholarships can only be utilized by the FAAR Member who it was awarded to and may not be transferred.