Fall Conference

Your best value for professional development, networking and an inspirational line-up of sessions – all for just $99!

Keynote Luncheon: "Secrets of Social Networking"
presented by Matthew Ferrara
( 2 Elective CE Hours* )

BarCamp's companion event – the Indiana Association of REALTORS® annual Fall Conference – has a lot to offer including a special keynote luncheon the same day as BarCamp.  Matthew Ferrara will present his “Secrets of Social Networking”.  Those eligible will receive 2 hours of elective CE.  

Secrets of Social Networking can help agents, managers and staff unlock the relationship-building, marketing and leads management elements of social networks. Even if you have built your profiles online, our workshop helps you move from “updating what you’re doing” to integrating social media into a comprehensive sales and relationship management strategy for modern real estate sales.
 

"Positional Marketing for Maximum Exposure" 
 presented by Lynn Madison  

How you position your listing in the MLS as well as on the Internet is critical in today's market.  This is the first contact the consumer has with the property - and with so much competition it can make the difference between a showing - or not! This session will look at the good, the bad and even the ugly for this important marketing tool. To learn more visit www.lynnmadison.com.

"The Long and Short of It: Anatomy of a Short Sale"
presented by Lynn Madison 
( 3 Elective CE Hours* )

This course will look at the short sale from both sides - the seller and the buyer.  We'll analyze the transaction from the decision of the agent to take the listing through the decision of the buyer to put in an offer and what the agents - and clients - need to know - and to do - to get the job done - and get to the closing table!

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*CE credits offered to eligible members with paid $99 conference registration. CE credits will be distributed via e-mail. Be sure to add IGA@indianarealtors.com to your safe senders to ensure delivery. IAR conference expenses are tax deductible; consult your tax advisor.

BarCamp Indiana
www.barcampindiana.com

Never been to a BarCamp?  First, throw out all preconceived notions about real estate education or school, in general. These events are open, meaning there is no set schedule.  Real estate industry professionals arrive the day of, suggest discussion topics for placement on the agenda (which is kept on a large whiteboard or screen outside of the rooms) and then proceed to join whichever discussion they want.

Discussions are mostly centered on social media and technologies to grow your business. Sound scary?  If you prefer a traditional learning environment and aren’t comfortable with suggesting or starting a discussion, that’s okay.  Just watch the evolving agenda, join the discussion(s) of your choice and remember the law of two feet – if you aren’t learning something or don’t feel as though you can add to the discussion, use your two feet and walk to another room.  Or, perhaps you want to take a discussion offline (a.k.a. into the hallway or down to the coffee shop) – no problem!  It’s really that open. Do you have a BarCamp merit badge?  Great, we look forward to seeing you, too.  Come share your new and innovate ideas, not to mention network with colleagues from around the state.  And, we count on you to help those first-time BarCampers.

5 O'Clock Somewhere Networking Reception -
BarCamp After Party & YPN

Wrap up BarCamp with complimentary cocktails and time with colleagues at the Five O'ClockSomewhere  reception.  Even if you're not coming to the BarCamp, please join us at the after party.  The reception will also serve as a celebration to kickoff the Indiana Chapter of the Young Professionals Network (YPN).  Tables will be reserved for new members to brainstorm upcoming YPN events.

Recognition Luncheon
Salute the REALTOR® spirit at the annual IAR Recognition Luncheon.  Find out who will be named the state REALTOR® of the Year, who will receive the 2010 Distinguished Service Award.  The 2010 Committee Chairs will be recognized along with the Indiana REALTOR® Leadership Academy Class of 2010 graduation, the IRLA Class of 2011 introduction and Graduate REALTOR® Institute graduation.

$99 registration fee includes the Recognition Banquet.  Additional tickets can be purchased for $25.00. There will be no on-site sale of tickets.

CRS Auction
The Riley Hospital for Children is one of the nation’s top centers for pediatric research and care.   Please support the Indiana chapter of Certified Residential Specialists (CRS) in efforts to raise money for Riley Hospital for Children through its annual auction.  But, don’t just bid and run!  Stay for the karaoke talent show, which is sure to end your evening on a high note.
 

To donate an auction item or for more information,
contact Donita Wolf or donita@evansville.net. 
All donations are tax-deductible.

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 WEDNESDAY   |  SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

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THURSDAY  |  SEPTEMBER 9, 2010
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FRIDAY  |  SEPTEMBER 10, 2010  ____________________________________________________________

*CE credits offered to eligible members with paid $99 conference registration. CE credits will be distributed via e-mail. Be sure to add IGA@indianarealtors.com to your safe senders to ensure delivery. IAR conference expenses are tax deductible; consult your tax advisor.
 

Indianapolis Marriott Downtown
350 W. Maryland St. Indianapolis, IN 46225 | 800.266.9432

Special Rate: $140 per night/plus tax
Reservation Deadline: August 16th 
 
The Indianapolis Marriott Downtown hotel is right in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.  This 4-star hotel is connected via a skywalk to the Convention Center and Circle Center Mall, and is just steps from Lucas Oil Stadium and Victory Field and a short walk to Conseco Field House. Located just 8 miles from the airport, this high-rise hotel in Indianapolis, IN, has something for everyone, including a fitness center, indoor pool and spa, free Wi-Fi in the exciting new lobby, and 40,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.

  

Hotel Guests: Parking rate will be reflected on your room folio.

Non-hotel Guests: Guests may pick up a special discounted "chaser ticket" from the IAR registration table to insert AFTER their original pull ticket when EXITING the garage.  This "chaser ticket" will indicate the discount.

Daily Rate: $20/day self-park or $21/day valet
Overnight Rate: $20/day self-park or $32/day valet

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