"the ycar agent" vol 1 issue 1 apr 2015
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Monthly newsletter of the Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS®TRANSCRIPT
The Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS®
The YCAR Agent
Vol i, issue i
april2015
OFFICERS:Robert “Dan” Dull, President
Sue Filipovich, President-ElectWes Chandler, Treasurer
Charley Althof, Past-President
DIRECTORS:Debbie BarberBetty BeldingJohn Burgan
Patrick BurganMaureen ClineDebbie ParisiChris RomanJanice Stevens
Joe Zidian
AFFILIATE DIRECTOR:O.J. Thomas
LEGAL COUNSEL:Attorney Donald. P. Leone
OAR DIRECTORS:Dan Dull
Sue FilipovichWes ChandlerDebbie Barber
Jerri Florio
OAR DIRECTOR AT-LARGE:David Klacik
ALTERNATE OAR DIRECTORS:Charley AlthofBetty BeldingDebbie ParisiChris Roman
Joe Zidian
TABLE OF CONTENTS:2015 Leadership ........................................................ 8
Committee Information .......................................... 2
Monthly Home Sales Numbers ............................... 10
New Members ........................................................... 5
News Feed from ycar.org ......................................... 12
President’s Article ..................................................... 6
RPAC Kickoff ............................................................ 3
RPAC Raffle ............................................................... 4
Staff News .................................................................. 9
Training Schedule ..................................................... 12
Upcoming Events ...................................................... 7
YPN Mixer ................................................................. 11
Contact Information5405 Market Street
Youngstown, OH 44512Phone (330) 788-7026Fax (330) 788-4329Website www.ycar.orgEmail [email protected]
Jessica Toker Perry CEO ........................................................................... [email protected]
Pam HernandezExecutive Administrative Assistant .......................... [email protected]
Mary Ann PallanteBookkeeping ....................................................... [email protected]
Dawn GaudioMembership Services/Certified Supra Master ...... [email protected]
Jeff HudsonTechnical Support ......................................................... [email protected]
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2015 COMMITTEE LEADERSHIPAffiliate Council ......................................... O.J. Thomas*
Alternative Advertising Task Force ........ John Burgan*
Budget & Finance Committee .............. Wes Chandler*
Building Advisory Committee ............... David Klacik*
Building Advisory Committee ............ Tom D’Amico**
Bylaws & Policy Review Committee .. Charley Althof*
Education Committee ................................ Gwen Bush*
Equal Opportunity Committee ............. Joan Zarlinga*
Golf Committee ....................................... Marsha Ruha*
Golf Committee ...................................... Sharon Flask**
Grievance Committee ............................. Marsha Ruha*
Installation Committee ......................... Sue Filipovich*
Investment Committee .......................... Sue Filipovich*
Legislative Committee .......................... Debbie Barber*
Personnel Committee ........................... Sue Filipovich*
Professional Standards Committee ............ Joe Zidian*
Professional Standards Committee .... Betty Belding**
Purchase Agreement Committee ....... Patrick Burgan*
RPAC ............................................................ Jerri Florio*
RPAC .................................................... Debbie Barber**
Safety & Security Committee .............. John Tomaino*
Strategic Planning Committee ..................... Dan Dull*
Soup Kitchen ........................................ Marisa Volpini*
Soup Kitchen ......................................... Marsha Ruha**
Trade Fair Committee ............................ Karen Ament*
*Chairman **Co-Chairman
Thursday, April 9BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 9:00AMBUDGET & FINANCE MEETING 10:00AM
Friday, April 17RPAC MEETING 10:00AM
Friday, April 24GOLF OUTING MEETING 10:00AM
Wednesday, April 27AFFILIATE COUNCIL MEETING 1:30PM
APRIL/MAY COMMITTEE MEETINGSWednesday, May 6
STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING 10:00AM
Thursday, May 21BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 9:00AM
Friday, May 22RPAC MEETING 10:00AM
Wednesday, May 27BYLAWS & POLICY REVIEW 10:30AM
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The Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS®
2015 RPAC Kickoff Happy Hour
Thursday, May 7, 2015, 4 - 6pm
The Magic Tree Pub & Eatery Wine & Spirits Room
7463 South Avenue, Boardman, OH 44512
Complimentary Drinks & Heavy Appetizers
Become an Ohio Club member for a chance to win a prize
Reservation deadline is April 27, 2015 Pledge amounts are payable in increments of $50 and must be paid IN FULL
by the day of the event.
YES, I plan to attend the RPAC Kickoff, enclosed is my check for: ____ $1OO.oo Capitol Club Member ____ $2OO.oo Ohio Club Member
NO, I cannot attend the Kickoff, but would like to pledge a donation in the amount of $______.____
Please make your personal check payable to RPAC
I understand that if I am a reservation “no-show” that I will be billed a $10.00 fee over and above the cost of my pledge
________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature Date
Please return form to: Pam Hernandez
(330) 788-7026 / [email protected] 5405 Market Street, Youngstown, OH 44512
Contributions are not deductible for income tax purposes. Contributions to RPAC are voluntary and are used for political purposes. You may refuse to contribute without reprisal and the National Association of REALTORS® or any of its state associations or local boards will not favor or disfavor any member because of the amount contributed. 70% of each contribution is used by your state PAC to support state and local political candidates. Until your state reaches its RPAC goal, 30% is sent to National RPAC to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 2 U.S. C. 411a; after the state PAC reaches its RPAC goal it may elect to retain your entire contribution for use in supporting state and local candidates.
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WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN!
WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN! WIN!
The Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS®
RPAC Raffl e2-Year Lease on a New
GMC Terrainor
$5,000 CASH!DRAWING INFO:
$20/ticket or $100 for a book of 6 tickets
Ticket will be drawn at Annual RPAC Auction onSeptember 17, 2015 at Avion on the Water
You do not have to be present to win
PLEASE SEE A MEMBER OF RPAC TO PURCHASETICKETS OR STOP BY THE ASSOCIATION OFFICE
TODAY!Lease Details:
2015 GMC Terrain or Model Currently Offered2-year 10,000 Miles Per Year
Participating Dealership:Sims Buick-GMC Nissan
(330) 647-6937
5405 Market StreetYoungstown, OH 44512
(330) [email protected]
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New Members – 1st Quarter 2015
NEW REALTOR® MEMBERSLinda Ward-Northwood Realty Services
Todd Horlick-Howard HannaLindsey Bickerstaff-Burgan Real Estate
David Sayre-Ed Cline AppraisalsJulia Hackett-RE/MAX Valley Real Estatre
Jordan Weber-Lakeside Realty, LLCMary Katherine Morgan-The Agency Real Estate, Inc.
Edwina Perez-Northwood Realty ServicesNicole Rettig-Lee W. Hostetter Real Estate
Anthony Burrus-Northwood Realty ServicesGregory Bigley-Keller Williams Chervenic RealtyJoshua Rouse-Keller Williams Chervenic Realty
April Brinker-Gallagher, Clark & Carney Realty Group, LLCArthur Menaldi-D’Amico Agency, Inc.
Nicholas Blinsky-Byce RealtyAnthony Precurato-Keller Williams Chervenic Realty
Zachary Struharik-Burgan Real Estate, Ltd., Inc.
NEW SECONDARY COMPANYLee W. Hostetter Real Estate-Lee W. Hostetter Broker
Amber Lee Hostetter-Lee W. Hostetter Real Estate Agent
REINSTATEMENTSMichelle Overly-Klacik Real Estate
TRANSFERSMelissa Deville from Northwood Realty Group to Howard Hanna
Barbara Armour from Keller Williams Chervenic Realty to Northwood Realty ServicesMary Bodnar from Brighton Realty & Management to Northwood Realty Services
Jennifer Mayo from Mayo & Associates to Northwood Realty ServicesKelly Restle from Burgan Real Estate to Northwood Realty Services
Judy Bartholomy from Real Living Volpini Realty Group to Northwood Realty Services
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President’s ArticleA HEALTHY HOME IS
A HAPPY HOMEBy Robert “Dan” Dull, 2015 YCAR President
If you are like me, you are trying to play catch up and drop those last few (or 30) pounds before it’s time to break out
the bikinis and speedos. While local gyms, personal trainers, and fitness classes are a great source for this, often time and money do not permit these options. So rather than neglect the importance of exercise, create a home gym.
I know what you are thinking…we do not have the room in our home. Not so fast my friend. Lo-cal fitness guru and owner of Fine Tune Fitness, Jerry DeJane, tells us that all we need is one wall corner to corner. Bottom line is you don’t need a lot of space. This could be an area in a spare bed-room, a sun room, basement, or any other area you can make available.
As far as equipment goes, that depends on your goals and budget. It does not need to be extensive. A few dumbbells, a medicine ball, and a treadmill, bike or elliptical is more than sufficient to get plenty of great workouts. The key is to pick some devices that you are comfortable with and that you will use on a consistent basis. One wall will provide plenty of space for you to place the equip-ment and keep it looking neat, just like the rest of your home.
Ok, you’ve made the commitment, but now what. Of course you can use Google university to edu-cate yourself on all sorts of workouts. However, just like when buying or selling a home, I recom-mend contacting a professional like Jerry. A good local fitness expert can not only help you orga-nize the space, but also personalize a routine to help get you on your way.
Your home is a valuable investment and it is important to utilize it to its fullest potential. A little imagination can go a long way. A home gym will not only help you to get fit, but it may even keep a little money in your pocket and add time to your schedule. A healthier you with more time and more money will certainly aid in making your home a happier home. If you are in the market for a home and like this idea, be sure to have your local expert REALTOR find you a home with a space for a gym. Good luck with your workout. Ready, Set, Go!!!!
This article was published in the Vindicator’s Valley Homes section on Sunday, April 12, 2015
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YCARMAY 2015 EVENTS
RPAC KickoffMay 7, 2015, 4:00pm
Magic Tree Pub & Eatery
Affiliate Council BreakfastMay 21, 2015, 10:00am
Cocca’s Pizza, Boardman
YPN MixerMay 21, 2015, 5:30pm
Rust Belt Tap Room, Downtown Youngstown
FUTURE YCAR EVENTS
JULYAnnual Golf Outing
AUGUSTRPAC Bocce Tournament
Affiliate Council Breakfast
SEPTEMBERGeneral Membership Meeting
RPAC Auction
OCTOBERAnnual Trade Fair
OAROAR SPRING LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE
Monday, April 20 through Wednesday, April 22Renaissance Columbus Downtown
NARNAR REALTOR PARTY CONVENTION
Monday, May 11 through Saturday, May 16Washington D.C.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Sue FilipovichPresident-Elect
Charley AlthofPast-President
Wes ChandlerTreasurer
Officers
Robert “Dan” Dull
President
2015Leadership
Team
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A Bittersweet Farewell
As many already know, our long-time Bookkeeper and Membership Service
Coordinator, Mary Ann Pallante, will be retiring as of May 1, 2015. Mary Ann has been a very dedicated employee for almost two decades. Although we are sad to see her go, we are happy and excited for her to get to spend more time with her husband Tony and their four grandchildren. Thank you for your many years of committment to YCAR, you will be missed more than you know.
SUPRA Master in the YCAR House!
Congrats to our very own, Dawn Gaudio, on earning her Supra
Master certification! We are so very proud of you and proud to offer your expertise to our members!
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Friday, April 301:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Professional Standards TrainingTrumbull County Educational Service Center
6000 Youngstown Warren RoadNiles, OH 44446
Tuesday, May 19Time TBA
Matrix TrainingThe Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS
5405 Market StreetYoungstown, OH 44512
AVAILABLE TRAINING IN APRIL & MAY
News Feed from YCAR.org
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