Government Affairs Committee meets with candidate Aaron Saylor this morning

Robin Tucker is back in the office after his trip to Council Bluffs last week for the Iowa Association of Realtors® Convention. Sadly, Robin was exposed to a bug and has been down for a couple of days trying to avoid passing it on to colleagues, clients and customers this week.

Robin Tucker attended a special Government Affairs meeting of the Cedar Rapids Association of Realtors® this morning. We meet with Cedar Rapids City Council at Large candidate Aaron Saylor, who is running for public office on November 3, 2009. http://www.saylorforcedarrapids.org/ Previously, we have meet with two of the three candidates for Mayor for the City of Cedar Rapids.

Robin Tucker's Government 101 basics was mentioned in the Q&A. It was nice to see a fellow Realtor® pick up on that comment today.

• Public Safety
• Public Infrastructure
• Delivery of Public Services
• Finance
• Parks

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Back from the Iowa Association of Realtors meeting in Council Bluffs this week

Realtors® Robin Tucker and Tommy Tucker, representing Tommy Tucker Realty Co. attended the Iowa Association of Realtors® annual Convention held:

September 21-24, 2009 at

Mid-America Center, Council Bluffs

The seminars, meetings and events were outstanding this year at the Convention. I.L. "Tommy" Tucker is a Past IAR President, IAR Realtor of the Year and O.G. Powell Award winner and was recognized for his attendance and past service to the Association during the Inaugural Gala. Our Association's new president is Realtor® Carey Jensen of Council Bluffs. She was installed, along with other officers and directors at the 2009 Inaugural Gala.

Speakers included:

• Pat Zaby
• Rich Sands
• Dan Olson of Department of Natuarl Resources (Septic Systems in Iowa)
• Jerry Rossi
• John Mayfield
• Judy Stevens
• Paul McLaughlin
• Joe Sesso
• Kitty Carstens
• Joe Sesso

Upcoming legislative issues in the State of Iowa:

• Septic Tanks
• Radon
• Storwater Fees
• Fire Sprinkers
• IFA issues (mechanics leans)
• Lead based paint
• Filing of sellers discosure at time of of transfer
• Homestead changes
• other upcoming issues in Real property
• Health Care for small business and independent contractors was mentioned

Other Highlights of this year's Convention:

• Numerous Continuing Education Opportunities - more...
• Learn new business strategies relevant to today's market conditions
• Expanded Trade Show - more... More than 50 vendors showcasing products and services
• Vendor Demonstrations - more... See the latest technology and vendor products in action with our 12 demo sessions
• Networking - see below Meet new REALTORS® and grow your contact base for referrals
  State Committees and Work Groups - more...
• Get involved at the state level and make a difference in your industry
• Events - Elegant dinners, great nightlife, and other events just for fun!

The 2010 IAR Convention will be held in Dubuque.

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Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids meeting for September 21, 2009

Tommy Tucker and Robin Tucker are scheduled to attend today's Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids meeting at Noon. Robin is celebrating his 20Th year anniversary as a member of Rotary International during the month of September 2009.

The Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids is now on Twitter! Link

Monday, September, 21, 2009

CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL

Today's Speaker and Program:
Greg Eyerly, Cedar Rapids Flood Czar

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Can we help you with a Rental House or House for Sale in Cedar Rapids?

We are currently accepting applications for 2 bedroom houses for rent ...

We are advertising both properties over the weekend in The Gazette:

• 1332 19Th Avenue SW -This 2 bedroom ranch house, with 1 full bath and one stall attached garage is in nice SW side neighborhood. $650.00 per month.


• 830 14Th Street NE - This 2 bedroom one story with basement is down from Daniels Park. One stall detached garage. $500 per month.

Please visit our web site http://www.ttrco.com/ for property and application information.

Attention property owners:

• Looking to Sell?
• Looking to Lease your property?
• Don't want to handle the Tenant-Landlord aspects?
• Have a real estate or real property question?

Contact Robin Tucker today to discuss your options.

Members of the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) ... Tommy Tucker Realty Co. has been in the Cedar Rapids marketplace since 1958. Telephone: 319-365-6956 http://www.ttrco.com/

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Iowa vs. Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium, 2:30 pm kickoff on ABC/ESPN2

It's Great to be a Hawkeye in the Hawkeye State!

University of Iowa

hosts

University of Arizona

@ Kinnick Stadium

on September 19, 2009

Best wishes to the Cyclones and Panthers as well.

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We have Two Bedroom Houses for Rent in Cedar Rapids

We are currently accepting applications for 2 bedroom houses for rent ...

We are advertising both properties over the weekend in The Gazette:

• 1332 19Th Avenue SW -This 2 bedroom ranch house, with 1 full bath and one stall attached garage is in nice SW side neighborhood. $650.00 per month.


• 830 14Th Street NE - This 2 bedroom one story with basement is down from Daniels Park. One stall detached garage. $500 per month.

Please visit our web site http://www.ttrco.com/ for property and application information.

Attention property owners:

• Looking to Sell?
• Looking to Lease your property?
• Don't want to handle the Tenant-Landlord aspects?
• Have a real estate or real property question?

Contact Robin Tucker today to discuss your options.

Members of the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) ... Tommy Tucker Realty Co. has been in the Cedar Rapids marketplace since 1958. Telephone: 319-365-6956 http://www.ttrco.com/

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Tommy Tucker Realty Co. now has a Facebook page

Become a fan of Tommy Tucker Realty Co. on Facebook.

We created a presence on Facebook this week.

Link to Facebook

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A Luncheon Review for the Mortgage Industry

Robin Tucker, Realtor®, Broker/Officer, with Tommy Tucker Realty Co. is planning to attend Bank of America Home Loans presentation of "A Luncheon Review of the Mortgage Industry."

Topics:

Lending Trends/Challenges for 2009 Q4 and 2010 Recent Legislative Changes for the Mortgage Lending REO and Short Sales Process and Procedures

Presented by Doug Winter, Senior Vice President

Bank of America Home Loans

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CRAAR September Real Estate Today Show

Robin Tucker, Realtor®, Broker/Officer of Tommy Tucker Realty Co. is scheduled to attend today the CRAAR September Real Estate Today Show - Where it's all about you!

Agenda: Personal Safety

Realtors® will learn from an expert on how to be safe, protect yourself, and important safety tips!
Featured Speaker: Glenn Kieler, Cedar Rapids Police Officer.

Field Guide to REALTOR® Safety
REALTOR® Safety: Helpful Tips for Keeping Safe on the Job, (Louisiana REALTORS® Association, ... Realtor tip for safety, (Sacramento Real Estate Voice, Aug. ...

September is Realtor® Safety Month.

REALTOR® Safety Forms, Guides & Handouts
REALTOR® Safety Week--September 13-19, 2009 - Safety video and webinar, tips, handouts and planning your safety strategy.

Real Estate Safety Council Online - Safety tips, forms, online links, and other information from the Washington Association of REALTORS®.

REALTOR® Safety: Helpful Tips for Keeping Safe on the Job, (Louisiana REALTORS® Association, n.d.).

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Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Robin Tucker will be out of the Office on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 for a personal day. He is scheduled to return to the office on Wednesday, September 16Th. Please visit our web site at http://www.ttrco.com/ for more information. If you need immediate service, please ask to speak to Tommy Tucker.

Robin (pictured to left) and Tommy (top right picture)

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Want to live near Daniel's Park in NE Cedar Rapids?

We are currently accepting applications for 2 bedroom houses for rent ...

Monday's advertisement in The Gazette is for 830 14Th Street NE.

• 830 14Th Street NE - This 2 bedroom one story with basement is down from Daniels Park. One stall detached garage. $500 per month.

Please visit our web site http://www.ttrco.com/ for more more information on properties for Rent in Cedar Rapids and for application information.

Attention property owners:

• Looking to Sell?
• Looking to Lease your property?
• Don't want to handle the Tenant-Landlord aspects?
• Have a real estate or real property question?

Contact Robin Tucker today to discuss your options.

Members of the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) ... Tommy Tucker Realty Co. has been in the Cedar Rapids marketplace since 1958. Telephone: 319-365-6956 http://www.ttrco.com/

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Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids meeting for September 14, 2009

Robin Tucker is scheduled to attend today's Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids meeting at Noon. Robin is celebrating his 20Th year anniversary as a member of Rotary International during the month of September 2009.

The Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids is now on Twitter! Link

Monday, September 14, 2009
CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL

Today's Speaker and Program:

Erikka Benhart - Summit Schools

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Goverment Affairs Meeting for September 2009 ...

Robin Tucker serves on the Government Affairs committee of the Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors. Our meeting for September 2009 will focus on two subjects.

• The Mayor's Race: we will visit with Mayoral candidate, Brian Fagan. Our committee has already met with Mayoral candidate, Ron Corbett.


• We will meet with a member of the Cedar Rapids Home Builders Association regarding proposed regulations by local municipalities for sprinkler systems for certain new single family construction.

Background information from the City of Cedar Rapids on the sprinkler systems:

SPRINKLER DISCUSSIONS WITH HOME BUILDERS
Fire prevention bureau personnel continue discussions with the Greater
Cedar Rapids Home Builders Association (HBA) about the proposed
residential sprinkler ordinance that could be included in the International
Residential Code on January 1, 2011. Fire Code Division and Code Enforcement
Division representatives have been meeting with the HBA
about possible amendments to the residential sprinkler code. Discussions
over the past three months have included devising a sprinkler requirement
for residential properties over a certain square footage. The
fire department has extensively researched the issue and has presented a
time-based rationale for fire escape in dwellings over a certain square
footage or based on occupancy. It takes a longer period of time for a
resident to escape for a larger square footage home, for example, and
longer for the firefighters to perform search and rescue.
Cedar Rapids is the only jurisdiction in Iowa that has been actively engaging
both the fire and code enforcement officials with the local Home
Builders Association to discuss sprinkler ordinance impacts. Further, the
metro area has been participating in the discussions, including Marion
and Hiawatha fire and code officials. The fire departments have a vested
interest in life safety and receiving feedback about HBA impacts.

You can follow Realtor® Robin Tucker on Twitter.

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Looking for a Rental property in Cedar Rapids?

We are currently accepting applications for 2 bedroom houses for rent ...

We are advertising both properties over the weekend in The Gazette:

• 1332 19Th Avenue SW -This 2 bedroom ranch house, with 1 full bath and one stall attached garage is in nice SW side neighborhood. $650.00 per month.


• 830 14Th Street NE - This 2 bedroom one story with basement is down from Daniels Park. One stall detached garage. $500 per month.

Please visit our web site http://www.ttrco.com/ for property and application information.

Attention property owners:

• Looking to Sell?
• Looking to Lease your property?
• Don't want to handle the Tenant-Landlord aspects?
• Have a real estate or real property question?

Contact Robin Tucker today to discuss your options.

Members of the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) ... Tommy Tucker Realty Co. has been in the Cedar Rapids marketplace since 1958. Telephone: 319-365-6956 http://www.ttrco.com/

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Happy Labor Day Everyone!

Wishing you the very best this Labor Day!



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