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What's new August 2008

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AABOR Grand Opening & Tailgate Party - CLICK HERE for details
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Sign Up for the 16th Annual AABOR Expo and Trade Show - CLICK HERE
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Rebuilding Together Night at Progressive Field - CLICK HERE for details
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Fax Machine Issue

We are having problems with our fax machine. Please email information to: info@AABOR.com
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To view the August issue of REALTOR'S INK - CLICK HERE.
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We've Moved!

The AABOR and CRIS offices have moved to 565 Wolf Ledges Parkway, Akron, OH 44311. ___________________________________________________________

New Phone System Up and Running!

Thanks for your patience while AABOR installed its new phone system. Our phone and fax number remain the same, 330-434-6677 for phone and 330-434-4641 for fax. You may now dial staff directly by using the extension numbers below:

Sandy Naragon, Chief Executive Officer - 126

Sherry Waples, Executive Director of Member Services - 125

Carrie Hummel, Director of Government Affairs & Supra - 124

Beth Klaes, Controller & Health Insurance - 123

If you can't remember extension numbers, 0 will always get you to a LIVE person!

The CRIS Staff may still be reached at 330-376-0015. Listen to the prompts to reach the proper department.
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OAR 98th Annual Convention & Expo, September 14-17 in Columbus

Attending this three-day extravaganza will help ensure that you'll come out on top! From top-notch educational opportunities to social gatherings to the always insightful business functions---the OAR Annual Convention will keep you busy from dawn to dusk.

Be sure to make your hotel arrangements by contacting the Hyatt Regency Columbus prior to August 22, to receive the discounted room rate. The Hyatt phone number and online reservation information are provided on the OAR Convention registration form. CLICK HERE for the registration form.
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Learn How to Take Advantage of Increased Commissions and Summer Bonuses Offered by HUD, CLICK HERE.
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Summit County Health District Point of Sale Inspection

Summit County Health District passed Point of Sale Inspection regulations that will affect most properties in Summit County that sell after September 1, 2008. There are some exemptions. The details of the new regulation have not been finalized. AABOR has offered assistance to Summit County to help inform and educate our members. Once information is received, we'll distribute it ASAP. To review the regulations CLICK HERE.
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Interested in saving time and money? MEDIATION--the winning solution- CLICK HERE
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Akron's Accolades

At this year's annual Economic Forecast sponsored by HBA and AABOR, audience members were reminded about why Summit County, Ohio is a fantastic place to live, work and play. As REALTORS, one of your most important roles is one of Ambassador! CLICK HERE for details.
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A Message to REALTORS from Dan Colantone-CCO of the Greater Akron Chamber (Greater Akron Chamber Top 10 agency in Hotbed of High-Tech Innovation)

Site Selection Magazine named Greater Akron Chamber as a Top Group for 2007! Chosen based on four categories: new jobs, new jobs per 10,000 residents, new investments and new investments per 10,000 residents. Akron was subjected to further criteria, including innovative programs, leadership and customer service. It's a strong testament to the incredible economic development team we have in the Akron region including the City of Akron, Summit, Portage, and Medina counties as well as the State of Ohio. For more details on this noteworthy recognition, CLICK HERE. Three cheers for Akron and economic development in Middle America!

You can share with your customers the good news and great things that are happening in Akron. CLICK HERE for two documents you can share with your clients. As you reach out to them, please feel free to refer them to our web portal www .greaterakronchamber.org where they will find further evidence of Akron's growth potential. The website is loaded with many tools to sell our region.