Atlanta Board of REALTORS®

10 Tips for Communicating with Legislators

abr — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:01:20 +0000

Robert Broome, ABR Governmental Affairs Director, outlines what to do and not to do when meeting with legislators; a must-listen for anyone interested in being a better grassroots lobbyist for issues that affect the real estate industry.

5 Things You Need To Know

abr — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:43:18 +0000

5 important topics. That’s what Robert Broome, ABR Governmental Affairs Director, updates listeners with an interest in real estate on. He outlines a number of key issues that are currently being planned and passed, as well as how they benefit, or hinder, your business in real estate.

Atlanta’s Mortgage Assistance Program

abr — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:27:54 +0000

Donna Cerniglia, Department of Planning & Community Development, roughly outlines Atlanta’s Mortgage Assistance Program or MAP. She reviews the city’s loan guidelines, the property discovery process, qualifying property guidelines, as well as identifying a number of resources for interested parties.

‘09 National Legislative Meetings Update

abr — Wed, 13 May 2009 13:04:25 +0000

Robert Broome, ABR Governmental Affairs Director, reviews what is on the docket for the National Association of REALTORS® legislative meetings in Washington, D.C. and how it affects you.

Atlanta Public Schools

abr — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:51:04 +0000

Guest podcaster Dr. Beverly Hall, recently named the 2009 National Superintendent of the Year by the American Association of School Administrators, gives you news you can use when your clients ask you about Atlanta Public Schools.

2008 Government in Real Estate Review

abr — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:21:52 +0000

Listen as Robert Broome, ABR Governmental Affairs Director, recaps how successful RPAC (Realtor® Political Action Committee) efforts in local government made a difference in doing business as a Realtor® in Georgia in 2008.

The Truth About TADs and Education

abr — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:09:45 +0000

ABR Governmental Affairs Director Robert Broome clears up misconceptions about Tax Allocation Districts (TADs) and their relationship with local school districts. Listen now to learn more about how TADs work, how they benefit schools, and why you should support Amendment 2 on the General Election ballot.

REALTOR Endorsements in Dunwoody. Why?

abr — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:38:30 +0000

ABR Governmental Affairs Director, Robert Broome, answers the question, “Why are REALTORS® involved in politics.” He also takes a moment to introduce listeners to ABR/CBR endorsed candidates in the upcoming elections in the Metro-Atlanta township of Dunwoody.

State of the REALTOR® Union - August

abr — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:10:12 +0000

State of the REALTOR® Union - August - Robert Broome, Governmental Affairs Director for the ABR, brings listeners up to speed on the rally involving U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson at the state Capital, as well as recent and upcoming political events with a bearing on working Realtors®.

Congress Passes Housing Stimulus Bill

abr — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:34:53 +0000

Robert Broome, Governmental Affairs Director for the Atlanta Board of REALTORS®, gives us the Cliffs Notes version of the the recent Housing Stimulus Bill passed by Congress.

DeKalb County Retrofit at Resale Ordinance

abr — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:38:31 +0000

Atlanta Board of REALTORS® Governmental Affairs Director, Robert Broome, updates listeners on the requirements or DeKalb County’s Retrofit at Resale Ordinance, which goes into effect on June 1, 2008.

Self-Employed as a Licensed Real Estate Professional

abr — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 18:43:35 +0000

The first 4 steps in setting up your business, with Ed Williams, CPA, specializing in real estate. Discover the various grass root plans that are essential when starting your real estate career, allowing you to maximize your greatest asset, your time!

Why You Should Be An S-Corp

abr — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 18:38:18 +0000

Find out how and why incorporating your makes sense. Ed Williams, CPA, specializing in real estate, discusses the pros and cons of setting up your business as a Single-Member LLC, Sole Proprietorship, or S-Corp.

Rental Real Estate

abr — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 18:31:24 +0000

Ed Williams, CPA, specializing in real estate, explores how and why Rental Real Estate is such a powerful tax savings and wealth building tool.

The 4 Greatest Tax Deductions

abr — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 18:20:29 +0000

Maximize the impact of your deductions with Ed Williams, CPA, specializing in real estate. Start this 4-part series off with an in depth review of a Realtor’s greatest write-offs, the automobile, an S-corp, a retirement fund and business operation system.

Procuring Cause

abr — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:56:34 +0000

Disputes Among REALTORS^® Georgia’s leading license law instructor, Greg Dunn, outlines Procuring Cause, or the entitlement to the commission, when multiple agents file a claim on the same commission.

Managing Rental Property

abr — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 15:47:01 +0000

Greg Dunn outlines Georgia License Law involving who can manage rental property and how the finances are to be handled, citing recent violations as examples of both.

Rebates to Buyers or Sellers

abr — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 15:30:20 +0000

Diclosure and Approval Greg Dunn covers the Georgia Real Estate Commission’s Rules & Regulations on an agent giving part or all of their commission back to the buyer or seller.

Mortgage Fraud

abr — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 13:57:14 +0000

Georgia’s Mortgage Fraud Law Greg Dunn outlines a few of the many ways an unsuspecting real estate agent can become involved in mortgage fraud with fines up to $100,000 and jail time up to 20 years.

Agent Owned Rental Property

abr — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 13:48:26 +0000

A must for any agent who owns or manages rental properties. Learn the nuances of fair housing law, discrimination in property management and landlord/tenant relationships.