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Congrats to our newest members!

March 21, 2025
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🎉 Do you recognize any of these smiling faces? 🎉
 
Please help us celebrate these hardworking REALTORS® who completed their New Member Orientation yesterday morning at SCAOR! 👏👏
 
Welcome to the SCAOR family—your journey in real estate is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see the amazing things you’ll achieve.  💼✨
 
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At Home with Diversity®(AHWD) Certification Course

March 17, 2025
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Why Take This Course?
✅ Earn 6 CE Hours (Modules 6 & 7)
✅ Meets NAR’s Triennial Fair Housing Requirement
✅ Lower Price than NAR’s offering!|
✅ Enhance your business with diversity, fair housing, & inclusive planning expertise
✅ Official NAR Certification Course – Boost Your Professionalism!

What is AHWD?
The At Home With Diversity® (AHWD) course equips REALTORS® with the skills to work with a diverse clientele and expand their business reach. This certification signals clients that you are a culturally aware and dynamic real estate professional.

Sign Up Today!
📅 Date: 4/23/2025
📍23407 Park Ave Georgetown DE 19947
🙋🏼 Register Here for the In-Person Course💻Register Here for the Zoom Option
📞 Call: 302-855-2300 or email info@scaor.com for more information

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URGENT: Look Who’s Cooking 2025 – Get Your Tickets Before They’re Gone!

March 13, 2025
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Sussex County, DE – Fire up your appetites, folks! Sussex County Habitat for Humanity is back with Look Who’s Cooking 2025, where your favorite local real estate pros trade in their contracts for cutting boards—all in the name of building homes and changing lives!

This one-night-only foodie showdown happens March 20th from 6–8 PM at St. Jude the Apostle Church in Lewes. Tickets are just $60, which gets you a feast of appetizers, entrees, and desserts—all whipped up by amateur chefs from the real estate world. Yes, they sell houses by day and sauté by night!

But here’s the deal: We need YOU!

🔥 Become a Chef – Show off your kitchen chops!

🔥 Buy a Ticket – Eat, drink, and support a great cause!

🔥 Become an Event Sponsor – Help us build homes while getting your name out there!

Expect delicious food, lively libations, and a high-stakes 50/50 raffle—because nothing spices up an evening like a little friendly competition (and cash on the line).

Every dollar raised helps Sussex County Habitat for Humanity build safe, affordable homes for families in need. So don’t wait—tickets are limited, and this event WILL sell out!

👉 Get your tickets NOW before they’re gone!

📍 Look Who’s Cooking 2025

🗓 March 20, 2025 | 6 PM – 8 PM

📍 St. Jude the Apostle Church, Lewes, DE

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Unlock the Full Power of Your SCAOR Membership!

March 13, 2025
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🌟 Are You Unlocking the Full Power of Your SCAOR Membership? 🌟

Your SCAOR membership isn’t just a card in your wallet—it’s a key to a world of opportunities designed to help you thrive in real estate!

Your membership is packed with resources to keep you ahead of the curve, from free professional development and exclusive market insights to powerful networking opportunities and cutting-edge tools.

Are you making the most of it? If you haven’t explored all that SCAOR offers, now’s the time!

Check out our 10 Spectacular SCAOR Member Benefits and ensure you’re leveraging every advantage available to you.

🔥 Don’t leave benefits on the table—start maximizing your membership today! 🔥

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Help Your Clients Understand the Buyer’s Agreement: A Must-Have Resource for REALTORS®

March 12, 2025
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Ever had a client look at you like you’ve just asked them to sign a mortgage on a mansion—without even seeing the property?

We get it. Explaining a Buyer’s Agreement can sometimes feel like you’re speaking in a foreign language. But fear not, because we’ve got a resource that can help.

Introducing the NAR Consumer Guide titled, “WHY AM I BEING ASKED TO SIGN A WRITTEN BUYER AGREEMENT?”

It’s the perfect tool for explaining the benefits of this agreement to your clients, clarifying any misconceptions, and ensuring they feel confident and informed throughout the buying process.

This guide explains why the agreement is in place, how it benefits buyers, and why it’s an essential part of the home-buying journey.
Please share it with your clients, and watch as their hesitation melts away faster than a sandy beach on a hot day.

Want to make this a win-win? Use the guide as a conversation starter to walk your clients through the process—proving once and for all that you’ve got their best interests at heart.

Ready to help your clients make informed decisions? Access the guide by clicking here today!

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Stepping Up to the Plate for a Good Cause!

March 12, 2025
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🏆 Stepping Up to the Plate for a Good Cause! ⚾
SCAOR’s 2025 Good Neighbor Award winner, Bob McVey, has made his mark both on and off the field! SCAOR proudly donated $1,000 to Delaware District III Little League, Bob’s nonprofit of choice, as part of his award.
 
A lifelong advocate for youth baseball, Bob serves as the Baseball Umpire in Chief for District III, ensuring young players have the chance to compete at championship levels. His passion for service extends beyond the diamond—he’s a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, a past president of SCAOR and the Delaware Association of REALTORS®, and a multi-time REALTOR® of the Year! 🏅
 
📸 Pictured: Bob (center) presenting the donation to District Administrator Andy Lewis, alongside SCAOR Association Executive Stephanie Moody.
 
👏 Join us in celebrating Bob’s dedication to our community!
 
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Annual YPN BINGO Night at SCAOR a Grand Success!

March 6, 2025
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The Annual YPN Bingo Night at SCAOR was a smashing success. More than 40 attendees attended for an evening of laughter, friendly competition, and fantastic networking!

The YPN Committee, alongside our incredible co-sponsors, the SCAOR DEI Committee and SCAOR Affiliates, delivered a night filled with seamless organization, high-energy fun, and top-tier teamwork. From the first number called to the final prize awarded, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement!

And let’s talk about the food—what’s a great event without great eats? Attendees enjoyed plenty of pizza and delicious desserts to keep their bingo-playing stamina strong.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and helped make this event an absolute winner! Special appreciation to our co-sponsors for their support in making the night memorable. Stay tuned for more exciting YPN events coming soon! 🎊💫

         
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Unlock the Keys to Home Financing!

February 24, 2025
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Are you thinking about earning your Sussex County Specialist (SCS) Designation? This required course is your essential guide to navigating the mortgage process with confidence!

✔️ Learn what to ask potential buyers to set them up for success
✔️ Discover the do’s and don’ts of mortgage applications
✔️ Understand the different types of loans – from conventional to jumbo and everything in between
✔️ Master best practices for working with loan officers and clients

This is NOT a CE class—it’s real-world knowledge to sharpen your expertise and elevate your business. Don’t miss this crucial step toward your SCS Designation!

📅 DATE: TUES., MARCH 11, 9:30 am – 12 pm

📍 LOCATION: SCAOR OFFICE, 23407 Park Avenue Georgetown, DE 

🔗 REGISTER HERE

Secure your spot today!

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Shine a Spotlight on Delaware’s Good Neighbors!

February 21, 2025
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Help Shine a Spotlight on Delaware’s Good Neighbors! 🏡💙

The NAR Good Neighbor Award is the most prestigious honor for REALTORS® who make a difference through volunteer work—and in 25 years, Delaware has yet to have a winner! Let’s change that.

Do you know a REALTOR® who goes above and beyond to serve their community? Now’s the time to encourage them to apply!

🏆 Winners Receive:

✔ National recognition for their cause

✔ A $10,000 grant to further their impact

✔ A trip to NAR NXT in Houston for a well-deserved moment in the spotlight

Many of our most dedicated volunteers are humble about their efforts—so they may need a nudge! Help us identify and encourage nominees who deserve this recognition.

🔗 Application & details: nar.realtor/gna

📅 Deadline: April 18

🎨 Promo Toolkit: nar.realtor/good-neighbor-awards/media-kit

Let’s put Delaware on the Good Neighbor Award map—nominate a deserving REALTOR® today! 🚀

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Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) Designation

February 21, 2025
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We invite you to attend the Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) Designation Course, a comprehensive two-day program designed to equip REALTORS® with the skills necessary to serve clients aged 50 and above.
REALTOR® Mary Chieppa will instruct this course and will cover:

Senior Housing Options: Understand the various housing choices available to senior clients.

Financial and Legal Considerations: Navigate the complexities of financial planning and legal issues pertinent to the senior demographic.

Effective Communication Strategies: Learn how to communicate effectively and empathetically with senior clients.

Course Details:

Dates: April 28-29, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. each day

Location: Delaware Association of REALTORS® Training Room

Pricing: $100 for members; $185 for non-members

A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided on both days. Space is limited, so we encourage you to register promptly to secure your spot.

For more information about obtaining the SRES® designation, please visit the official SRES® website.

REGISTER NOW

 

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