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Boomers are Moving - The SRES Designation Sets Realtors Apart

With the SRES designation addressing the fastest growing market segment in real estate, Boomer Authority^TM Association and SRES have launched the first "Value-Added SRES Designation Program" for real estate professionals serving the 50+ demographic.

The Boomer and Senior Market
Why are 50-plus clients moving? To be closer to grandchildren. To start that vineyard they've always dreamed of. To address health concerns. The list goes on and on. Can you speak to the unique motivation they have? Do you know how to counsel your client on their options? This is the kind of distinction that can set you apart.

Through Boomer Authority^TM as a Value-Added SRES designee, you'll be able to immediately:
> Join a group of REALTORS® who comprise one of the fastest growing networks in the country.
> Register online for courses available in over 50 states and provinces.
> Connect to a nationally advertised brand in the consumer market.
> Market your personal brand with designs and tools you receive with membership.
> Create your own "Optimized Landing Page" on Boomer Authority^TM, which will extend and expand your personal brand, reach 1000s of 50+ Boomer Boomers that are in immediate need of your expertise, and ultimately help you secure new listings and sales and generate incremental revenue.
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Each SRES Designee can use their Optimized Profile Page on Boomer Authority^TM as a custom "Landing Page" which explains in detail how you, as a professional SRES Realtor, can help a Baby Boomers and Seniors with their real estate needs.
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SRES Designation Program
The SRES® 12-hour designation program instructs REALTORS® to profitably and ethically serve the real estate needs of clients age 50+. Includes first year membership in SRES Council and its umbrella of services.
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SRES Designation Requirements:
Three (3) requirements must be met to attain and use the SRES® designation:
1. Successful completion of the two-day SRES® Designation Course, including an 80% passing grade on the exam.
2. Maintain active membership in the National Association of REALTORS®
3. Maintain active membership in the SRES Council.
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The first year membership in the SRES Council is included in the SRES Designation Course fee. However, every year thereafter will require payment of annual dues of $99. Membership in Boomer Authority^TM is always free.
For information on the course outline and learning objectives, click here.
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Display the Badge of Distinction with Pride on your Blog or Website
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SRES Designation Badge
Upon certification, you will be authorized to display on your web site or blog this distinctive badge recognizing your professional status and association with SRES and Boomer Authority^TM.
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Your Boomer Authority^TM Optimized Landing Page
Below are the key components for the creation of your custom landing page:
1. Professional profile - You may use as many words as needed with embedded links, photos & a thumbnail. Visit a typical Optimized Landing Page on Boomer Authority^TM HERE.
2. Service offer - An explanation of the offer, fees, how will you deliver your service (i.e. telephone, conference call, webinar, in-person, etc), etc.
3. Area of real estate expertise - (i.e. town, city, etc.)
4. Upload pictures and video to your personal page.
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Third-Part Application & Widgets
Boomer Authority^TM has many useful applications to help promote your services: you may upload videos, third-party widgets, photos, RSS Feed your blog or radio show, and much, much more. Visit the Applications available to you right from your Profile Page. And, of course, you may edit your Profile Page on-demand 24/7. There is no cost for third party applications.
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If you have authored a book, you may have it listed for free and available for purchase at the Boomer Authority^TM [Book Store].
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Already Have SRES Designation
You immediately qualify for membership in Boomer Authority^TM if you have already successfully completed the SRES Designation program. Learn more about joining Boomer Authority^TM click here.
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States with No Sales Tax

States With No Sales Tax

Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon do not have a sales taxes. While some States have a uniform rate. others allow counties and municipalities impose a local option tax onto the base tax rate. States with a single rate include Connecticut, Hawaii, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and West Virginia.

The highest sales tax are found in:

California (7.25%
Mississippi (7.0%)
New Jersey (7.0%)
Tennessee (7.0%
Rhode Island (7.0%
Minnesota (6.5%)
Nevada (6.5%)
Washington (6.5%)

The final tax will be higher, though, in those jurisdictions which permit a local option tax.

 

 

Pinehurst Delivers World Class Golf for Boomers

Pinehurst North Carolina conjures up immediate thoughts of world class golf courses and championship competitions. The famed Pinehurst Resort has hosted the U.S. Men's Open Championship once in 1999 and again in 2005. The Pine Needles Resort has hosted the Ladies U.S. Open Championships three times; 1996, 2004 and 2007. Further, it was recently announced that in 2014 the Pinehurst Resort is scheduled to accomplish what has never been done before; host both Men's and Ladies' United States Championships in back to back weeks on the same course venue. In this case, the Pinehurst #2 course is the chosen course. With all included, this promises to be an unforgettable golf fortnight for players and spectators alike.

So ... attention all golf minded BOOMERS, if you want the opportunity to follow in the footsteps and hit the same shots, or attempt to hit the same shots, that the world's best players hit --- Pinehurst North Carolina is the place to visit. Pinehurst is truly a place where the average player can play the same courses that the world's top players often play.

Pinehurst North Carolina is quietly located even distance between the western North Carolina Rocky Mountains and the eastern Atlantic Ocean shores. The geographical area is called the Carolina piedmont area and often affectionately referred to as the Sandhills Region.

Pinehurst is also known as a "mid-south" location. Looking on a map you'll notice Pinehurst is almost exactly "midway" between the upper eastern United States and lower eastern United States. This "mid-south" aspect lends to Pinehurst having seasonal weather patterns but in a very mild sense. Nothing too extreme like the heat and humidity of the south or bone chilling cold days as in northern regions. Best said, Pinehurst offers a "mid-way" climate.

Pinehurst is truly a mecca for golf minded boomers; world class facilities, plenty of friends to share golf time and stories with, and year round playing due to the mild climate.

But keep in mind, Pinehurst is not limited to being a golf mecca. The Pinehurst area (as well as the neighboring Southern Pines, Whispering Pines, and Seven Lakes areas) offers a very rich and diverse menu of lifestyles opportunities. Tennis, equestrian, croquet, the arts, antiquing are just a few of the opportunities enjoyed by Pinehurst visitors and residents. The Pinehurst area is truly worth the visit whether you're looking for an active weekend retreat or a new location to call home. As it is said in Pinehurst; come for a visit - and you may end up staying for a lifetime.

For more information on visiting or relocating to the Pinehurst North Carolina area we at Andrews and Tepatti Real Estate will be glad to be your first introduction to the area. If we don't know the answers to your questions, or can't support your plans to visit - we'll put you in touch with someone that can.

James Tepatti, Broker - Owner of Andrews and Tepatti Real Estate

www.athomesforsale.com

 

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