Upcoming Webinars/Events The Week Of April 15th At WVMLS

Build a CMA Presentation (Webinar - 1 CE Hr) - Tuesday, April 16th @ 2PM

Winning the listing requires more than a Ballpark CMA. Create a professional presentation packet with Paragon's CMA Wizard. We'll step you through the CMA process and teach you the fundamentals of building your own business-winning presentations. 

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Supra Managed Access (In-Person) - Wednesday, April 17th @ 8AM

Supra’s Non-Member Agent & Single Access key, part of the managed access service, provides convenient and secure access for individuals who require limited one-off or occasional entry to properties.

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CMA Advanced Concepts (Webinar - 2 CE Hrs) - Wednesday, April 17th @ 2PM

Do you struggle with finding or choosing comparables? Can you include 2 story homes as comps for a ranch-style subject property? How much is an extra garage stall worth? Even more challenging, how about determining adjustments and what values to use? Bring your questions AND your ideas to this lively discussion with Ronda, who has over 22 years of experience in property valuation to share. 

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Listing Maintenance (Webinar - 0.5 CE Hr) - Thursday, April 18th @ 2PM

To gain WVMLS listing maintenance access, you must first have approval from your Principal Broker and have the required WVMLS Listing Maintenance form signed. In this class, a seasoned WVMLS professional teaches you how to enter and maintain listings fine-free! 

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WVMLS Street Clean Up (In-Person) - Friday, April 19th @ 3:30PM

Come help us clean up our street, eat some pizza, enjoy some nice refreshments, and hang out with YOUR WVMLS!

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Member Benefit Spotlight: CubiCasa Floor Plans!

CubiCasa Floor Plans are Free* to Members of WVMLS! Members will also enjoy a 20% discount on optional additional services from CubiCasa. There are a few ways to take advantage of this great benefit!

Sign up for CubiCasa by following the steps below after clicking this link: MLS member signup (cubi.casa). Alternatively you can click CubiCasa under Resources in Paragon or CubiCasa under 3rd Party Links and follow the steps.

Step 1: Click "Sign up. Scan. Done.

Step 2: Enter your email address and password to create your account.

Step 3: Enter your company's details.

Step 4: Select Agent or Appraiser to ensure discount is applied.

Step 5: Double check Willamette Valley MLS - OR is selected in MLS Name. Enter your MLS Login ID (the same as your username for Paragon)

Step 6: Account will be verified, then click on "Add Membership"

Step 7: Click on "Submit".

Step 8: Go to your email inbox and verify your email address.

Step 9: Download the CubiCasa app on the App Store or Google Play for your mobile device.

If you already have a CubiCasa account you'll just need to add WVMLS to it to enjoy the 20% discount.

This is done by signing into your CubiCasa account on a computer and on your dashboard selecting "Settings" and then "MLS" and follow steps 5-6 above.

Want to see the process in action? Check out this video from CubiCasa on how to scan to create a Floor Plan: Easy Floor Plan flow with CubiCasa - YouTube

Have more questions, check out CubiCasa's help center where they have a wealth of FAQs and educational resources: https://help.cubi.casa/en/

*Large order processing fee is applied for each 5000 sq.ft when total scanned area exceeds 5000 sq.ft. Additional limitations may apply.

MEMBER ALERT: Warning of Fake Buyers in Real Estate Transactions

WVMLS is warning its members to be aware of ‘fake buyers’. Recently, there have been cases of reported fake buyers attempting to get money through a real estate transaction.

Their intended goal: They are hoping escrow will deposit their check. They can terminate the transaction and request a 'refund' check. By the time it gets figured out that the funds are not good, they are long gone.

Some red flags that may help identify a fake buyer are:

• The buyer only makes contact via email and/or text message.

• The buyer is willing to trust an agent they found on the internet without having a conversation or meeting in person.

• There's a storyline pattern similar to the following: The buyer is out of country or away from the area for a period of time. Their story also displays many twists and turns, including time zone differences, details about travel and/or jet lag, and other complications that pose obstacles to having a conversation over the phone. In some cases, they may even refer you to speak with a third party on their behalf.

• The buyer wants to purchase a property sight unseen, sometimes in a community that they know nothing about. The buyer may also omit to ask questions that a typical buyer would ask.

• They may be eager to overshare financial arrangements or provide official-looking documentation, such as forged bank letters.

• They insist on you downloading documents before continuing, they may refer to them as "house hunting documents".

In all cases, it is important to practice due diligence and ensure you verify the identity of a prospective client. Below are some suggested best practices:

• Confirm all documentation (ie: driver’s license, government-issued-ID) to ensure identity, especially if you don’t meet the client in person and are dealing exclusively via email or text message.

• Avoid sending or sharing sensitive information via email.

• Verify with the bank that the funds have cleared before completing a transaction.

• Trust your instinct. If something seems off with the client or transaction, practice further due diligence before proceeding.

Be aware that these scams can be extremely convincing, and are becoming more frequent, and are constantly evolving. Always report this type of fraudulent activity to the Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) or FBI. Also, sign up for email alerts with the DOJ's Scam Alert Network. Being vigilant, thinking critically, and using best practices for knowing your client is the best defense against fraud.

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