September has arrived with a hot-humid Summer Day in Cedar Rapids

We welcome the month of September and my wife's birthday on September 1St. The College Football season is kicking off today in the college ranks and a week from today we will either tune into our President on the issue of Jobs or the kickoff of NFL Football with the Packers vs. the Saints.

How the first eight months of year have flown by this year. The Summer is winding down as we approach Labor Day weekend, with Autumn arriving soon. For the latest weather information in the Cedar Rapids area ... KCRG WxNow - which was just released!

We have some rental properties coming available at the end of September. Can we interest you in a new property? We have had several calls recently from property owners that may be looking to place their properties on the market for rent. You can find our application [PDF} on our web site.

Celebrations during the month of September (help from our local Civil Rights newsletter and other sources):

• Ganesh Chaturthi (Hinduism), Sept. 1



• World War II Began in 1938, Sept. 1



• V-J Day in 1945, Sept. 2



• Iowa vs. Tennessee State in College Football, Sept. 3



• Labor Day, Sept. 5



• Iowa at Iowa State in College Football, Sept. 10



• Patriot Day, Sept. 11



• 10 year anniversary of 9/11, Sept. 11



• Grandparents Day, Sept. 11



• National Pet Memorial Day, Sept. 11



• Mexican Independence Day, Sept. 16



• POW/MIA Recognition Day, Sept. 16



• Iowa vs. Pittsburgh in College Football, Sept. 17



• Oktoberfest Begins, Sept. 17



• National Women’s Friendship Day, Sept. 18



• International Day of Peace, Sept. 21



• World Gratitude Day, Sept. 21



• Native American Day, Sept. 23



• Autumnal Equinox, Sept. 23



• Iowa vs. Louisiana-Monroe in College Football, Sept. 24



• Rosh Hashanah (Judaism) Sept. 28 (sundown) - Sept. 30



• Durga Puja (Hinduism), Sept. 28 begins a ten-day festival honoring Goddess Durga
  

We want to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable September. Be careful out there, school is back on and children may be tough to see. Let us know, if we can be of service to you. Visit us by e-mail, telephone or by making an appointment and visiting with us face to face!

ttrco

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.

ttrco