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Friday, September 28, 2012
Give Yourself a Raise!
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Joint Networking Event Nets $14,000 for Haven House and Urban Ministries
The 7th Annual Joint Commercial Real Estate Networking Event was
held on September 12, 2012 with more than 375 guests in
attendance.
The fundraising event raised $14,000 to benefit Haven House and
Urban Ministries.
The money was split evenly, gifting each cause with a check for
$7,000.
"The commercial real estate community in our area is deeply
committed to supporting Triangle charities," says Kerry Saunders,
Triangle Commercial Association of REALTORS® president and
networking committee chair. "We are so thankful to the sponsors,
hosts and attendees who made this year`s event so successful."
The annual event has grown from the desire of commercial real
estate organizations to join together to host a networking fundraiser
to support the programs and services of area nonprofits. To date,
$74,000 has been donated to local charities, including The Boys and
Girls Club of Wake County, Hilltop Homes, Wake County Women`s
Shelter, Pretty in Pink, Interact and the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle.
The Capital Center served as gold sponsor and hosted the event in
Raleigh, N.C., joining more than 45 organizations supporting the event.
Nine commercial organizations participated in the event, including:
- African American Real Estate Professionals of NC(AAREPNC)
- Building Owners and Managers/Raleigh-Durham(BOMA)
- Certified Commercial Investment Member/NC Chapter(CCIM)
- International Facility Management Association(IFMA)
- Institute of Real Estate Management/Greater (IREM)
- National Association of Industrial & Office Properties(NAIOP)
- Triangle Commercial Association of REALTORS®(TCAR)
- Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women(TCREW)
- Triangle Area Office Building Association(TRAOBA)
Friday, September 21, 2012
North Carolina News
Greensboro-High Point, Asheville Among Best Metro Area for Jobs this Fall
Forbes Magazine recently ranked the top 10 best metros for job prospects this fall and Greensboro-High Point tied with Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Fl. for the No.2 ranking while Asheville tied with several other metro areas for the ninth best metro for job prospects.
Read more.
Durham
Among Best Cities for Mid-Career Professionals
Kiplinger recently named Durham as the second best city for mid-career professionals, second only to Washington, D.C. Follow the link below for more details.
Read more.
Kiplinger recently named Durham as the second best city for mid-career professionals, second only to Washington, D.C. Follow the link below for more details.
Read more.
For most retailers around the country, recovery remains a hope, not a reality. Raleigh, however, actually saw a sizable increase in retail jobs over the past five years.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Congressional Hearing on Terrorism
On
September 11, 2012, Linda St. Peter, Operations Manager for Prudential
Connecticut Realty in Wallingford, CT, testified on behalf of NAR at the House
Financial Services Subcommittee on Insurance, Housing, and Community
Opportunity hearing on “TRIA at Ten Years: The Future of the Terrorism Risk
Insurance Program.” In her testimony (attached), Ms. St. Peter urged
Congress to extend the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA) beyond its current
December 2014 authorization to ensure that adequate insurance coverage is
available for our nation’s businesses.
Following
the Sept. 11 attacks private insurers backed out of the terrorism insurance
marketplace prompting Congress to enact TRIA in 2002, a federal insurance backstop
that allows the federal government and private insurance companies to share
losses in the event of a major terrorist attack. The program has since been
reauthorized by Congress twice – in 2005 and 2007. TRIA helped stabilize
commercial real estate markets by making terrorism coverage available and more
affordable over time.
While
the cost and availability of terrorism insurance has generally improved,
currently there is concern that the uncertain future of TRIA may cause
insurance prices to fluctuate and prompt insurers to drop coverage. This
became evident in both 2005 and 2007 when private insurers became reluctant to
offer terrorism coverage due to the uncertainty regarding the program’s
extension. Ultimately, the uncertainty of insurance pricing impacts the
net operating income of businesses and property values. The potential
unavailability of terrorism coverage could impact financing agreements and
potentially hurt the fragile commercial real estate recovery.
September's hearing is just the first step in a much longer journey to extend the federal
government’s role in the terrorism risk insurance market. Despite our
successful legislative efforts in 2002, 2005 and 2007, and the fact that
terrorism remains a clear and present danger, most anticipate this next effort
to extend a federal program will be the most challenging. While the
program does not sunset until 2014, efforts to reauthorize the federal program
will begin in earnest in 2013.
The following link
provides an archived webcast of the hearing:
As
always, please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you.
Vijay
Yadlapati
Commercial
Policy Representative
National
Association of Realtors®
Ph:
202.383.1090
Fx:
202.383.7580
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
McCrimmon Parkway Extension Development Guide
A public review draft
of the McCrimmon Parkway Extension Development Guide is now available
for viewing and download at the following location: http://www.townofmorrisville.org/DocumentCenter/View/5812
The Planning &
Zoning Board discussed the report on September 13, 2012. Subsequent
Town Council briefings and a public hearing are scheduled in October for action
anticipated at the Town Council meeting on November 27, 2012.
• Identify and clarify
issues,
• Provide additional
information on areas of concern and clarify issues related to the UDO
• Refine the list of
issues to group together similar issues and identify key theme
• Translate major
UDO-related issues into guidance for the Town’s consultant
1. Ensure each standard includes a clear
statement on the purpose and need.
2. Describe a process to ensure “as
built” development matches approved plans.
3. Encourage a linked network of
conserved wetlands, waterways and riparian buffers.
4. Include standards for
grading/tree-cutting on sites relative to size of development.
5. Include standards for wetlands and
riparian buffers to enable wildlife corridors to remain intact.
6. Incorporate incentives to provide much
needed “green” infrastructure (i.e., greenways and trails).
7. Pay careful attention to transition
between different uses (i.e., residential and retail).
8. Address airport noise requirements
related to any residential use in the area.
9. Include standards to allow for more
compact, walkable, mixed use, transit oriented development.
10. Include a voluntary process to allow multiple land owners
to develop a master plan showing how individual projects would meet development
standards.
11. Encourage safe interconnectivity between development
projects for both people and vehicles.
12. Provide funding support for the construction of McCrimmon
Parkway Extension.
13. Determine the precise alignment and cross-section of
McCrimmon Parkway Extension
If you have further
questions, please do not hesitate to contact Brad West (bwest@townofmorrisville.org)
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
The Great American Tobacco Duck Race
Sunday, October 7, 2012 at Fox 50 Family Fest 1-5 pm
On the banks of the Ol' Bull River
at American Tobacco, Downtown Durham
Purchase your duck at http://iffsduckrace.eventbrite.com/
All proceeds of purchase go to Inter-Faith Food Shuttle.
Individual ducks are $10 each and Corporate ducks are $250. Ducks are simultaneously released to race swiftly down the Ol' Bull River. Details available at www.Fox50/FamilyFest Prizes include Charlotte Bobcats vs. Miami Heat Basketball Tickets, Duke Men’s Basketball Tickets, tickets to see a Broadway Show at the DPAC and more! You don't have to be present to win. Prizes awarded for 1st -3rd place, even a prize for the "Best Decorated Duck".
How to Claim Your Duck(s), after purchase: Option 1 - Bring your receipt to Inter-Faith Food Shuttle, 1001 Blair Dr., Raleigh, by Sept 28, M-F 9am - 5pm. Ask for Cindy or Mollie. Option 2 - Bring your receipt to the IFFS table at American Tobacco on the day of the event, Sun. Oct 7 between 1pm - 3:30pmSunday, October 7, 2012 at Fox 50 Family Fest 1-5 pm on the banks of the Ol' Bull River
at American Tobacco, Downtown Durham.
Purchase your duck at http://iffsduckrace.eventbrite.com/
All proceeds of purchase go to Inter-Faith Food Shuttle.
Individual ducks are $10 each and Corporate ducks are $250. Ducks are simultaneously released to race swiftly down the Ol' Bull River. Details available at www.Fox50/FamilyFest Prizes include Charlotte Bobcats vs. Miami Heat Basketball Tickets, Duke Men’s Basketball Tickets, tickets to see a Broadway Show at the DPAC and more! You don't have to be present to win. Prizes awarded for 1st -3rd place, even a prize for the "Best Decorated Duck".
What Inter-Faith Food Shuttle Does in Durham:
Your duck purchase will help support Inter-Faith Food Shuttle's work to end hunger in Durham and throughout our 7 county service area including Durham, Wake, Orange, Chatham, Johnston, Edgecombe, and Nash counties. In Durham, we fight hunger through:
Food Recovery and Distribution & Mobile Markets: We distribute free fresh produce through our many partner agencies as well as monthly at mobile markets at West Durham Baptist Church and Iglesia El Buen Pastor.
Community Gardens: In the West End Neighborhood, IFFS works with and employs neighborhood youth to grow food. Our corporate community garden at BCBSNC grows food for IFFS's Plant a Row for the Hungry program, which is distributed to agencies in Durham that feed the hungry.
Nutrition Education: Food Matters healthy cooking demonstrations at our monthly mobile markets and Cooking Matters classes at community organizations such as the Durham Teen Center, Durham Housing Authority, and Bull City Fit at the Edison Johnson Recreational Center.
BackPack Buddies: Providing weekend meals for children in need at Eastway Elementary, Y.E. Smith Elemen-tary, Glenn Elementary, C.C. Spaulding Elementary, Forestview Elementary, & John Avery Boys & Girls Club. In-School Pantries at Southern High School, Northern High School, Hillside New Technical High School, and Neal Middle School.
www.FoodShuttle.org
Friday, September 7, 2012
CBC Trademark Looking for Part Time Marketing Director
CBC Trademark Properties, a top-ranked commercial real estate brokerage and residential management firm established in 1984, seeks a Director of Marketing. They are looking for a skilled, creative leader to develop, oversee and manage branding/ marketing/ promotional activities in the Triangle market.
The Director will be responsible for overseeing graphic design technicians and working with real estate advisors to create cutting edge proposals and marketing binders. The Director will be responsible for developing and sustaining client relationships through proactive marketing channels. The Director will also oversee existing social media channels and be responsible for growing this marketing segment for the Company. Responsibilities include building and pursuing relationships within the real estate community and assisting in new business leads. The Director will develop and oversee an annual marketing and promotion budget, as well as creating both short and long term marketing programs.
Desired Skills & Experience
The firm provides training which covers policies and procedures and also provides guidance throughout the learning process. The position requires a Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, or the like.
An ideal candidate will have:
-
Interpersonal
skills – ability to work closely with others, develop appropriate internal and
external relationships
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Design capabilities
- generates creative solutions, translates concepts into
images including ability to provide appropriate text
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Project
Management experience- develop, coordinate, communicate, manage, and
complete project plans
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Judgment- shows willingness to make
decisions, includes appropriate people in discussion
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Planning/ Organizational skills-
uses time efficiently, sets goals and organizes schedule for all involved
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Research knowledge- strong
research and reasoning skills, ability to research property details, analyze
and monitor financial and demographic factors
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Adaptability- manages
competing demands, able to deal with frequent change or delays
Proficiency in
the following:
- graphic design
- social media
- web design, and ideally writing html/ managing websites
- graphic design
- social media
- web design, and ideally writing html/ managing websites
Responsibilities
include the following:
•
Strategic Planning/Execution – Works with entire mall team to develop long-term
vision at center in relation to its competitive marketplace. Leads the
development of center’s annual marketing plan in support of property business
plan goals. Responsible for execution of all marketing plan programs/elements.
•
Strong background in developing and interacting with digital media, which
includes Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, running social media campaigns,
contests, and advertising.
•
Research/Results Measurement – Coordinate research activity for center
(customer studies, trade area demographics, and customized research).
•
Conducts quarterly conference calls to present latest marketing tools and
resources
• Develops marketing templates for universal access and general use. Monitors marketing materials for brand compliance, quality, and consistency. Contributes marketing materials to Coldwell Banker Commercial library
• Analyzes business developments and consults trade journals to monitor market trends and determine market opportunities
• Plans and organizes corporate promotional activities and shows to market Coldwell Banker Commercial products and services
• Reviews monthly and quarterly marketing reports created for management reference
• May manage business development for the Marketing Center
• May manage the information flow that is communicated to various media channels. Provides information for press releases, feature stories, and by-line articles
• Other duties may be assigned
• Develops marketing templates for universal access and general use. Monitors marketing materials for brand compliance, quality, and consistency. Contributes marketing materials to Coldwell Banker Commercial library
• Analyzes business developments and consults trade journals to monitor market trends and determine market opportunities
• Plans and organizes corporate promotional activities and shows to market Coldwell Banker Commercial products and services
• Reviews monthly and quarterly marketing reports created for management reference
• May manage business development for the Marketing Center
• May manage the information flow that is communicated to various media channels. Provides information for press releases, feature stories, and by-line articles
• Other duties may be assigned
Company Description
Coldwell Banker Commercial TradeMark
Properties is the Triangle's leading commercial real estate firm with a
fully-integrated real estate management division offering the most
comprehensive services in the local region, including investment sales,
brokerage, and consulting. They are based in Raleigh, North Carolina and
represent owners throughout Eastern NC and the Southeast, from local
individuals to large institutional investors. They also represent a number of
regional banks through our Special Asset Services (SAS) group. SAS assists the
banks with real estate disposition and management. CBC has been in business for
twenty-eight years, serving both the commercial and residential real estate
community. We manage a diversified office, retail, flex, warehouse, and
industrial portfolio on our commercial side; and TradeMark Residential services single
family property portfolios, apartment communities, and affordable housing
throughout North Carolina. They have been awarded the CBC National Diversity
Award and TBJ Best Places to Work. They also value volunteering in the
community and personal development through service to others.
Contact: Jim Harris, Director of Strategic Development of
Coldwell Banker Commercial TradeMark Properties, AMO®
An Accredited Management Organization®
1001
Wade Avenue, Suite 300
Raleigh,
NC 27605
919.227.5513
direct
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Commercial Day
Monday, September 10
Commercial Day at the 2012 REALTORS® Conference & Expo!
Join us on Monday, September 10 for Education Sessions, an exclusive Networking Social and a fantastic night along
Historic River Street for REALTORS® on the River!
Commercial Day at the 2012 REALTORS® Conference & Expo!
Join us on Monday, September 10 for Education Sessions, an exclusive Networking Social and a fantastic night along
Historic River Street for REALTORS® on the River!
Click here to complete the Powerpoint template and have
your best listings presented during the afternoon Dealmaking Session hosted by
Gary Lyons (Lincoln Harris), the 2012 RCA Board of Governor’s Chair. The
completed template needs to be returned to Gary (gary.lyons@lincolnharris.com) by
Friday, 9/7 at 1:00 pm.
Be a part of
Commercial Day with exclusive education, networking, relaxation and fun in
beautiful Savannah, GA for only $165! This low rate includes full access to the
entire Conference, a complimentary lunch, top notch education sessions, a
complimentary social, opportunities to win door prizes (one of which is a $500
gift card) and the chance to just get away for a day!
Visit http://ncarconvention.org/ to register online.
*Note, sign up for the daily rate of $165*
Click Here for more Information
Visit http://ncarconvention.org/ to register online.
*Note, sign up for the daily rate of $165*
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
REALTOR® Billboards at DNC Make National News
An article highlighting NC REALTOR®-purchased digital billboards during the week of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) was published this week in the National Journal, a weekly magazine out of Washington, D.C. that focuses on politics.
The story can be found here.
The approximately 35,000 people attending the DNC in Charlotte next week (Sept. 3-7) will see messages that ask them to “Let a REALTOR® Guide You” should they want to call North Carolina home. The digital billboards have been placed on major roadway corridors throughout the region as part of a public awareness/political advocacy billboard campaign that will be funded by a Game Changer Grant from the My REALTOR® Party initiative and a grant from NCAR’s Issues Mobilization Fund.
The Charlotte Regional REALTOR® Association and the NC Association of REALTORS® (NCAR), in coordination with the Catawba Valley Association of REALTORS®, Central Carolina Association of REALTORS®, Charlotte Region Commercial Board of REALTORS®, Gaston Association of REALTORS® and the Union County Association of REALTORS®, applied for the grants earlier this year. The goals for the campaign include:
- Communicating
to the anticipated 35,000 delegates, political activists, media and
visitors to the Charlotte region the weeks leading up to and during the
Democratic National Convention.
- Providing
North Carolina REALTORS®® a visual involvement in one of the largest
political events of 2012.
- Communicating
with the home-buying public the active role REALTORS® play in politics and
advocacy in North Carolina and in the country.
- Being a
visible presence to REALTOR® delegates and visitors during the convention.
- Communicating
the importance of home ownership in stabilizing the national economy.
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