March 30, 2020
For the time being, REALTORS® may have to connect with clients online and conduct the majority of their deals this way. While for the most part we’re well-equipped for remote work, there are certain situations that pose challenges — including now, as people around the world are being requested to practice social distancing. Given this situation and knowing that clients are not able to meet in-person — but may still want to sell their homes — how can you create and deliver an effective listing presentation?March 30, 2020
Open Houses are one of the first opportunities homebuyers take to get a firsthand feel for a property, and ultimately decide if it’s a good fit - so what happens when they can’t visit in person? If you have the technical know-how (and it doesn’t take a lot!), it is absolutely worth offering a virtual open house for your upcoming listings. If it’s done right, it can be extremely effective. If it’s poorly executed, you run the risk of presenting a lacklustre picture of an otherwise spectacular property. Here’s how you can help your clients see their dream home, even if they can’t be physically present.March 25, 2020
Create a signing to set up your documents and forms with signature, initial, and date areas, determine who the documents and forms are sent to, and send them to any needed participants, such as buyers, sellers, outside agents and lawyers.March 18, 2020
The Government of Canada announced today a new set of economic measures to help stabilize the economy due to the unique COVID-19 situation. These measures, delivered as part of the Government of Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, will provide up to $27 billion in direct support to Canadian workers and businesses.March 13, 2020
If you've been working from home - or will be shortly - because of the COVID-19 outbreak, by now your back is likely hurting from being glued to your laptop or phone. Your email inbox, text messages, and group chats are filled with friends, family, and co-workers sending proper sanitation practices, or sports memes claiming the world is over because the NBA, NHL, and MLB have all postponed their seasons. While all of this is going on, your work is not just allowing you but encouraging you to work from home. Sounds great, right!? Despite offering safety, comfort, and flexibility, working remotely can negatively impact your wellbeing and emotional health. Here are a few tips for prioritizing mental wellness while working from home.March 12, 2020
While diseases can make anyone sick, some Canadians are more at risk of getting an infection and developing severe complications due to their health, social and economic circumstances. Organizations, staff and volunteers play an important role in helping to prevent these populations from getting or spreading the COVID-19 virus. Start by sharing simple things they can do to help keep themselves and others healthy, guide them to help if they develop any signs and symptoms and learn ways help care for sick clients recovering from COVID-19.November 10, 2019
Learn who your candidates are for the 2020 OMDREB Directors Election!October 15, 2019
The newest version of Prospects Mobile (3.4) will be releasing in the coming days. In this update of Prospects Mobile, Members will see new integrations with Matrix, along with some new optimizations that should help make their mobile experience even more enjoyable!August 8, 2019
As part of a continued journey into the world of REALTOR® mobile applications, real-time client collaboration, and a synchronized real estate experience, OMDREB is pleased to inform you of the pending introduction of Prospects Mobile.July 12, 2019
The Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program (MFTIP) is a voluntary program that encourages landowners to take an active role in managing their forested properties by providing a property tax reduction to landowners who prepare and follow a 10-year managed forest plan for their property. This program may be of interest to real estate agents whose clients have at least 9.88 acres of forested lands on their property.
