FEBRUARY 9 – 13, 2020

Mid-Winter

BUSINESS MEETINGSThe Desmond Hotel & Conference Center Albany, New York

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Dear fellow REALTOR®,

The Mid-Winter Business Meetings are upon us, offering opportunities for NYSAR members to network, make a difference in our industry through com-mittee work and help move the association forward in 2020. These meetings are open to all NYSAR members and we especially encourage first-timers to attend and experience personal and professional growth through participation.

We will, as always, offer the always popular Legal Update from NYSAR’s General Counsel Anthony Gatto, Esq., along with Fair Housing training and a CE class sponsored by the Appraisal Committee. Our theme this year is community service and I encourage members to get out and make a difference in their community this year, especially during REALTOR® Care Week in June!

Together with President-Elect David Legaz, Secretary/Treasurer Jennifer Vucetic and NYSAR CEO Duncan MacKenzie, we welcome you to The Desmond!!

Regards,

DUNCAN R. MACKENZIE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

A MESSAGE FROM JENNIFER STEVENSON 2020 NYSAR PRESIDENT

DAVID LEGAZ PRESIDENT-ELECT

THE DESMOND HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER

660 Albany-Shaker Road Albany, New York 122111-800-448-3500desmondhotelsalbany.com

COFFEE SERVICE: Tuesday 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST: Wednesday & Thursday 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO SPONSORS M&T BANK AND THE DESMOND

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS

REGISTRATION INFORMATIONKing Street CourtyardSunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

BUFFET LUNCHFort Orange CourtyardMonday: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

St Lawrence CoBoard of REALTORS®

JENNIFER VUCETIC SECRETARY/TREASURER

11 A.M. – 5 P.M. LOCAL BOARD/ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP REGISTRATION King Street Courtyard

11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. +LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE LUNCHEON King Street Ballroom

11:30 A.M. – 1 P.M. +*PRESIDENTS’ NETWORKING LUNCHEON High Street 24 – 26

1 – 5 P.M. +LOCAL BOARD/ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE King Street Ballroom

1 – 5 P.M. *NOMINATING COMMITTEE High Street 28

5 – 6 P.M. +LEADERSHIP RECEPTION Fort Orange Courtyard

LOCAL BOARD/ASSOCIATION PRESIDENTS’ NETWORKING LUNCHEONLocal Board/Association Presidents are invited to join host Jennifer Stevenson, NYSAR's 2020 President, for an extra special networking opportunity during the Leadership Conference.

LOCAL BOARD/ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEDesigned for the Local Board/Association Leadership teams and directors, this conference provides direction for forging strong partnerships in order to achieve goals, tackle issues and address challenges that are regularly faced by Board/Association leadership.

LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE RECEPTIONMembers that are attending the Local Board/Association Leadership Conference are invited to enjoy a complimentary cocktail and hors d’oeuvres while networking.

NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS TRAINING

Wednesday, February 124:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Town Hall

ALL NEW DIRECTORS, PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.

BUILD YOUR SCHEDULE. VIEW AGENDAS. CONNECT WITH ATTENDEES.

SUNDAY 2/9/20

*Committee members only. + Additional registration and/or fee required. Meeting rooms subject to change.

NYSAR MEETING PLANNER!

Join NYSAR’s YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK for their Happy Hour fundraiser on Tuesday night from 5 – 6 p.m.

There will be a cash bar and raffle to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities!

All are welcome to attend.

YPN HAPPY HOUR

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NEW YORK STATELEGAL UPDATE

1.5 HOURS OF FREE CE CREDIT

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10 • 2:30 – 4 P.M. FORT ORANGE 5 – 9

#NYSAR #LEGAL #NYSARMWBM

Pre-register for the Legal Update with Anthony Gatto, Esq. to ensure seating and earn your free CE credit.

First-come, first-served.

ANTHONY GATTO, ESQ.NYSAR General Counsel and Director of Legal Services

INAUGURAL DINNER & INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

SPONSORED IN-PART BY: St Lawrence CoBoard of REALTORS®

MONDAY FEB. 10

7–10 P.M.

MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU

Contributions are not deductible for income tax purposes. Contributions to RPAC are voluntary and are used for political purposes. You may contribute more or less than the suggested amount. You may refuse to contribute with-

out reprisal and the National Association of REALTORS, the New York State Association of REALTORS or any of its local boards or associations will not favor or disfavor any member because of the amount contributed. 70% of each contribution is used by your state PAC to support state and local political candidates. Until your NYSAR PAC reaches its PAC goal 30% is sent to National RPAC to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 2 U.S.C. 441a; after NYSAR PAC reaches its RPAC goal it may elect to retain your entire contribution for use in supporting state and local candidates.

• Hearty breakfast buffet • Gourmet lunch buffet • Snacks and beverages • Chair massage • Manicurist• Psychic readings• Caricature artist• Cable TV • Computer and a printer • Unlimited Internet access • Cell phone chargers • Newspapers• Auctions

FOR A NEW $250 RPAC INVESTMENT OR PLEDGE, ENJOY 5 STAR AMENITIES

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 • 7 A.M. – 5 P.M. • FORT ORANGE SQUARERPAC VIP LOUNGE

QUESTIONS? EMAIL OR CALL US!(518) 463-0300 x238dking@nysar.com

FIVE STAR AMENITIES:

WALK-INS WELCOME!

APPRAISAL ROUNDTABLESJoin your peers at this informal session for lively discussion on appraisal hot topics and additional networking.

WOMEN’S COUNCIL OF REALTORS®

WCR members are welcome to attend the WCR Membership Meeting.

LOCAL BOARD/ASSOCIATION FORUMAll attendees are encouraged to attend this interactive session to discuss industry issues and trends.

PRESIDENT’S RECEPTIONAll attendees are invited to attend the President’s Reception for networking, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

INAUGURAL DINNER & INSTALLATION OF OFFICERSJoin the 2020 leadership team and your colleagues from around the state for a Star Wars themed celebration with dinner and dancing to live music by Grand Central Station. Tickets are limited and are being sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Black-tie optional. Star Wars accessories encouraged. Sponsored in part by the St. Lawrence County Board of Realtors®.

7:30 A.M. – 5 P.M. REGISTRATION King Street Courtyard

8 A.M. – 12 P.M. +LOCAL BOARD/ASSOCATION LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE King Street Ballroom

9 – 10:30 A.M. *RPAC TRUSTEES High Street 24 – 26

9:30 – 10:30 A.M. *RREC MEMBERSHIP MEETING Shaker Room

9 – 11:30 A.M. *WCR BOARD OF GOVERNORS Town Hall

10 – 11 A.M. APPRAISAL COMMITTEE Fort Orange 5

10:30 – 11:30 A.M. *STATEWIDE FORMS COMMITTEE Fort Orange 7 – 9

11 A.M. – 12 P.M. APPRAISAL ROUNDTABLE SESSION High Street 28

11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. *NYSREEF Suite 120

11:30 A.M. – 1 P.M. LUNCH FOR ALL ATTENDEES Fort Orange Courtyard

12:30 – 1:30 P.M. *PAST PRESIDENTS’ ADVISORY BOARD Shaker Room

12:30 – 2 P.M. WCR MEMBERSHIP MEETING Town Hall

12:30 – 2 P.M. LOCAL BOARD ASSOCIATION FORUM Fort Orange 5 – 9

1 – 2 P.M. *FEDERAL POLITICAL COORD. UPDATE High Street 24 – 26

2:30 – 4 P.M. +LEGAL UPDATE Fort Orange 5 – 9

4 – 5 P.M. *STATE POLITICAL COORD. UPDATE High Street 24 – 26

5 – 5:30 P.M. LOCAL BOARD/ASSOC. ROTY PICTURES High Street 22

6 – 7 P.M. PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION Fort Orange Courtyard & Square

7 – 10 P.M. + INAUGURAL DINNER King Street Ballroom

*Committee members only. + Additional registration and/or fee required. Meeting rooms subject to change.

GENERAL SESSIONThis must-attend session will include President Jennifer Stevenson's State of the Association address, the presentation of the Lawrence B. Caldwell RPAC Award, the RPAC of New York Hall of Fame induction, 2019 Community Service award and presentation by NAR President Vince Matta.

GLOBAL, RESORT & 2ND-HOME MARKETS COMMITTEETuesday, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.Come here Steve Maggi, Esq. discuss myths and facts about the intricacies of the EB-5 Visa Program. He’ll also provide insights into real estate invest-ment and give suggestions to brokers looking to work with foreign buyers about other visa categories which might apply. Mr. Maggi manages the SMA Law Firm, a specialized U.S. immigration and consular law boutique firm based in New York City. He has extensive experience working invest-ment visas and assisting foreign companies wanting to expand their businesses into the U.S. You won’t want to miss his presentation!

THE APPRAISAL INDUSTRY: CURRENT LAWS, STANDARDS AND HOW TO CHALLENGE AN APPRAISALStudents will walk away understanding; when communication with the appraiser is permitted, how they can stay in compliance with USPAP, and local licensing laws. Also addressing; Dodd Frank Section F, Fannie Mae policies concerning supplemental standards of the secondary market, and polices and steps to take when an appraisal rebuttal can be done. This course is designed for both the appraisers and salespeople/brokers – highlighting proper communication between the two licensed professions. A $50 registration fee applies. Approved for 3 hours of appraisal and real estate CE credit.

*Committee members only. + Additional registration and/or fee required. Meeting rooms subject to change.

7 A.M. – 5 P.M. + RPAC LOUNGE Fort Orange Square

7:30 A.M. – 5 P.M. REGISTRATION King Street Courtyard

7:30 – 8:30 A.M. COFFEE SERVICE King Street Courtyard

8 – 9 A.M. *GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE Shaker Room

8:30 – 10 A.M. ARTICLE 12A WORKING GROUP High Street 24 – 26

8:30 – 10:30 A.M. *FACULTY DEV. SUBCOMMITTEE Suite 120

9 – 10 A.M. HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES CMTE. Town Hall

9 – 10 A.M. *INVESTMENT COMMITTEE Suite 112

9 – 10:30 A.M. PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS CMTE. Fort Orange 7 – 9

9 A.M. – 12 P.M. +APPRAISAL COURSE Fort Orange 5

10:30 – 11:30 A.M. NYC ISSUES WORKING GROUP High Street 24 – 2610:30 A.M. – 12 P.M. *NYSAR R.E. SERVICES MEETING Suite 112

11 A.M. – 12 P.M. *PROF. STANDARDS STEERING CMTE. Shaker Room

11 A.M. – 1 P.M. GLOBAL, RESORT & SECOND-HOME MARKETS CMTE. Town Hall

12 – 1:30 P.M. *LEGAL ACTION COMMITTEE High Street 24 – 26

12 – 1:30 P.M. *HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOUNDATION Suite 120

12:30 – 1:30 P.M. CO-OP ISSUES WORKING GROUP Shaker Room

2 – 3:30 P.M. GENERAL SESSION King Street Ballroom

4 – 5 P.M. MEDIATORS’ FORUM Fort Orange 5

4 – 5:30 P.M. EDU. MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE Town Hall

4 – 5:30 P.M. COMMUNICATIONS, MARKETING & TECH FORUM Fort Orange 7 – 9

4 – 5:30 P.M. *ORGANIZATIONAL PLANNING CMTE. High Street 24 – 26

5 – 6 P.M. YPN HAPPY HOUR King Street 4 – 6

6 – 7 P.M. +*RPAC RECEPTION King Street 2

7 – 8 P.M. +CHAMPAGNE & DIAMONDS FUNDRAISER King Street 8

MONDAY 2/10/2020

TUESDAY 2/11/2020

LOCAL BOARD EDUCATION FORUMGet all your questions answered by Department of State staff members on everything from qualifying courses and licensing to continuing education and license renewal. Don’t miss this semi-annual opportunity!

LEGISLATIVE POLICY FORUMJoin NAR’s field representative for New York State Zack Rubin-McCarry for an update on federal legislative and political issues and hear from our guest speaker, David Lombardo, host of the Capitol Pressroom.

BOARD CAUCUSESPlease note this important change to the caucuses. The caucuses will now be organized reflecting board/association size rather than region.

• Small Board Caucus: fewer than 400 members • Medium Board Caucus: between 400 – 999 members • Large Board Caucus: between 1,000 – 9,999 members • Jumbo Board Caucus: 10,000 or more members

The purpose of the caucuses is to educate the members on action items that will be presented to the Board of Directors. The remaining time may be used to discuss other matters such as NYSAR committee meeting activities. The caucuses will be run by an appointee of the Executive Committee who will report back to the full Executive Committee.

7:30 – 8:30 A.M. COFFEE SERVICE + CONTINENTAL BREAFAST King Street Courtyard

7:30 A.M. – 2 P.M. NYSAR REGISTRATION King Street Courtyard

7:30 – 9 A.M. *+RPAC MAJOR INVESTOR THANK YOU BREAKFAST King Street 2 – 4

8 – 9:30 A.M. MULTIPLE LISTING ISSUES & POLICIES COMMITTEE Fort Orange 7 – 9

8:30 – 9:30 A.M. COMMERCIAL ISSUES WORKING GROUP High Street 24 – 26

8 A.M. – 12 P.M. +*FAIR HOUSING INSTRUCTOR TRAINING Town Hall 9 – 10 A.M. *NYSAR BUDGET & FINANCE CMTE. Suite 112

9:30 – 11 A.M. ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVES' FORUM Shaker Room

10 – 11:30 A.M. LEGISLATIVE POLICY FORUM Fort Orange 7 – 9

10 A.M. – 1 P.M. *NYSCAR BOARD OF GOVERNORS Fort Orange 5

11 – 11:30 A.M. *AE ADVISORY COMMITTEE Shaker Room

12 – 1 P.M. *LEGISLATIVE STEERING CMTE. High Street 24 – 26

12 – 1 P.M. *NYSAR LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ADVISORY BOARD Suite 120

1 – 2:30 P.M. LOCAL BOARD EDUCATION FORUM King Street 2 – 4

1 – 3 P.M. YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK (YPN) King Street 6 – 8

2 – 3:30 P.M. *ISSUES MOBILIZATION COMMITTEE High Street 24 – 26

2 – 3:30 P.M. FAIR HOUSING & CULTURAL DIVERSITY COMMITTEE Fort Orange 7 – 9

3:30 – 4:30 P.M. SMALL BOARD CAUCUS King Street 2

3:30 – 4:30 P.M. MEDIUM BOARD CAUCUS King Street 4

3:30 – 4:30 P.M. LARGE BOARD CAUCUS Fort Orange 5

3:30 – 4:30 P.M. JUMBO BOARD CAUCUS King Street 6 – 8

4:30 – 5:30 P.M. NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS TRAINING Town Hall

4:45 – 6:30 P.M. *EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE High Street 24 – 26

7:30 – 8:30 A.M. CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST Sponsored by The Desmond King Street Courtyard

WEDNESDAY 2/12/2020

8:30 – 11 A.M. NYSAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS King Street Ballroom*Committee members only. + Additional registration and/or fee required.

Meeting rooms subject to change.

THURSDAY 2/13/2020

Young Professionals Network

YPN & RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE

KEEP PULLING TABS FOR THE RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES

One hundred percent of the dollars raised are put into the direct operations of the RMHC and add up to make a heartfelt impact on the critically ill children and families partaking in their services.

CHARITIES

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 AT 7 P.M.

Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and one complimentary flute of champagne. Each flute will contain a Cubic Zirconia gemstone, except one lucky person who will find a REAL diamond in their flute! And just in time to give to your Valentine – or to keep for yourself! Join us for networking, cocktails and fun all to benefit the NYSAR Housing Opportunities Foundation.

CHAMPAGNE & DIAMONDS FUNDRAISER

Cost: $75 • Location: King Street 8

SPONSORED IN PART BY:

NYSAR REGISTRATION

SUITES 111, 112, 120

DESMOND FLOOR PLAN

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS:

St Lawrence CoBoard of REALTORS®