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WHY YOU WANT TO BELONG TO PPAR
	PPAR's Strength is Your Advantage To enhance your success as a REALTOR^®, there is not a better time to enjoy all that PPAR offers. PPAR is comprised of REALTORS^® mostly from El Paso and Teller Counties involved in every aspect of the real estate industry from residential and commercial brokers to property managers and appraisers.
	Value of Membership PPAR receives $300 of your total annual dues, but the benefits you receive by being a member far exceed this cost. PPAR staff will help you put the puzzle together by providing quality member service. New members are provided an orientation program that familiarizes you with the benefits available and increases REALTOR^® professionalism through risk reduction. Members have access to our REALTOR^® store to purchase forms, maps, lockboxes and other supplies. REALTORS^® also receive publicity through the PR campaign efforts of the local, state and national associations. The NAR PR campaign is valued at over $4,500 annually, and consumer research shows this is becoming a widely recognizable symbol of REALTOR^® honesty, integrity, commitment and professionalism with consumers.
	Ethical Standards Are Enforced Every REALTOR^® agrees to abide by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^® (NAR) Code of Ethics and is continually reminded of responsibilities under the Code. Ethical Standards are enforced and disputes are resolved without litigation. More
	Public Policy/Regulations Are Favorable To The Real Estate Industry Making sure your voice is heard is one of the primary advantages of being a member of PPAR. From lobbying to grassroots advocacy, the power of being part of almost 4,000 members works for you at the local, state and national levels. You are provided timely information about local, state and federal issues. On your behalf, PPAR interacts with the Quality Community Group (PPAR, EDC, HBA, Chamber of Commerce), Colorado Association of REALTORS^® (CAR), NAR, and the community to coordinate strategic political issues. You are encouraged to have interaction with elected officials and the political process and to vote and participate in the caucus system. You can be part of a team that conducts candidate interviews, is a part of the selection process, endorses candidates and recommends funding. You are encouraged to participate on the Government Affairs Committee and strongly encouraged to make contributions to the Political Survival Fund and REALTOR^® Small Donor Committee. On your behalf, PPAR sustains and enhances the Quality of Life enjoyed by citizens of the Pikes Peak region with the implementation of NAR's Quality of Life program. More
	RSC Participants Have Current and Comprehensive Information Services PPAR, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Pikes Peak REALTOR® Services Corporation, provides computerized tools so that Participants may better serve their clients. You may subscribe to the PPMLS which contains over 5,000 available properties and tools to match buyers with sellers. Your subscription to PPMLS includes access to historical files dating back to 1993, as well as access to information from 15 county assessor databases. A secure electronic lock box system is available to help you track entry into listed properties and obtain feedback from showings. You may subscribe to the commercial information exchange and broadcast email system. As a means to further advertise your listings, limited property information is posted on a public Internet site (www.ppar.com) and other Internet sites. You may provide feedback through meetings, focus groups, and surveys conducted to assess member needs.
	Members Are Knowledgeable About Industry Issues and Trends You are periodically surveyed electronically to help PPAR identify your areas of concern. You are informed about the industry through Town Hall meetings conducted throughout the year, an annual membership meeting and by weekly Member News e-mails. PPAR, CAR and NAR offer the highest quality in real estate education to help you achieve higher levels of professionalism and to keep you informed of changes in the fast-paced real estate industry. You have the opportunity to take quality educational programs that meet your present and future needs. You can take education courses offered by PPAR Education Services, and your classes are tracked in the PPAR computer database.
	There Is A Sense of Mutual Purpose and Support Among Members The governance policy PPAR has in place enables staff to take action to help you do your business better. A dedicated team of PPAR staff professionals is committed to providing one-on-one service. Our team is committed to being on the leading edge of technology. You can learn what your Association is all about. You have the opportunity to learn more about the grassroots of our organization by enrolling in our Leadership Program, it is designed to recruit, train and develop leadership - you. You get a comprehensive background on PPAR. You will attend a briefing by the Colorado Real Estate Commission, the IREM Economic Forecast Breakfast, an MRE Professional Standards Course, REALTOR^® Day at the Capitol, Strategic Planning Sessions, Conflict Resolution Class and PPAR and RSC Board of Directors meetings.
	REALTOR^® Member Benefits Program You do the math and you'll see that membership provides benefits which actually puts money in your piggy bank. As a free benefit of membership, Member Benefits savings can be in the thousands of dollars each year depending on how much and how often you take advantage of partner offerings. Be a part of PPAR's group purchasing power to provide numerous benefits including banking services, cellular phones, travel services, and more. As a member PPAR, CAR and NAR - you have access to REALTOR^® Advantage and REALTOR^® Benefits. More
	Community Relations Programs You are not alone! Join PPAR help others throughout the Pikes Peak region. You can make a difference by joining in the efforts of our community service program. PPAR gets out in the community and gives our time to those who need our help the most. You have the opportunity to join forces with PPAR in providing the Volunteer REALTOR^® program at Fort Carson. On your behalf, PPAR seeks out alliances and collaborations with other community programs. On your behalf, PPAR promotes a positive REALTOR^® image through continued involvement in various community projects. More