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Florida Association of Realtors' 2004 District Vice Presidents Take Office
Palm Coast Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — John Chapman, broker, Century 21 Palm Coast Properties in Palm Coast, has been elected District 1 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the St. Augustine/St. Johns County, Flagler, Northeast Florida and Daytona Beach Associations of Realtors®, Chapman will serve his fellow professionals in District 1, which encompasses Flagler, Putnam, Alachua, St. Johns, Clay, Bradford, Union, Baker, Hamilton, Suwannee, Columbia, Duval and Nassau counties.
“Affordable housing is a major concern in many areas, especially St. Johns County,” Chapman says. “Fortunately, new subdivisions are coming online that offer financial assistance programs to buyers.”
Active in residential brokerage, relocations and referrals, Chapman served as 2003 president of the St, Augustine board, and as professional standards chair of the Flagler association. He has been involved with area chambers of commerce and scouting organizations, and served as chairman of the Northridge Community Development Corporation and as director of the St. Johns Code Enforcement Board.
As a FAR vice president, Chapman will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in Northeast Florida. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” he said.
Orange City Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — John Clare, Realtor® with T.L.C. Realty, Inc. in Orange City, has been elected District 2 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the West Volusia Association of Realtors®, Clare will serve his fellow professionals throughout District 2, which encompasses Volusia and Brevard counties.
“Transportation, particularly along the Interstate 4 corridor, is very important to people relocating from surrounding areas,” says Clare. “One of our area’s great challenges is providing services to accommodate new residents, while maintaining the quality of life we all enjoy in this part of Florida.”
Active in residential brokerage and property management, Clare served as 2003 president of the West Volusia association, and was named Realtor of the Year in 2000. He has also served as a judge for the Orange City Holiday Parade, and as a fund-drive leader in Our Children First.
As a FAR vice president, Clare will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” he said.
Vero Beach Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Lois K. Work, GRI, ABR, a Realtor® with Alex Macwilliam Inc., in Vero Beach, has been elected District 3 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Realtors® Association of Indian River County, Work will serve her fellow professionals in District 3, which encompasses Martin, Okeechobee, Glades, Palm Beach, Indian River and St. Lucie counties.
“The tremendous growth we are experiencing in our region has led to more local governmental regulation, which can infringe on personal property rights and make the job of the Realtor more difficult,” she said.
Active in residential brokerage, Work served as 2002 president of the Indian River association, and is a director of FAR. She also serves on the Indian River County Commission’s Land Acquisition Advisory Committee, and is active in Habitat for Humanity.
As a FAR vice president, Work will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” she said.
Coral Gables Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Deborah Marie Boza Valledor, broker/owner, The Team Advantage Realtors Inc. in Coral Gables, has been elected District 4 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Realtor® Association of Greater Miami and the Beaches, Valledor will serve her fellow professionals in District 4, which encompasses Miami-Dade County and the Florida Keys.
“Affordable attainable housing is an issue throughout our region,” Valledor said. “The service sector – teachers, nurses and municipal employees – are being priced out of the market. Even two-income families can’t find attainable housing, and that’s a real crisis.”
Active in residential and commercial brokerage, Valledor was 2003 chairman of the Greater Miami association, co-chairman of its International Council, and chairman of the association’s Educational Foundation at Florida International University. She was named Realtor of the Year in 2000. Valledor is also active in providing therapy dog services at the Make-a-Wish Foundation, and cancer programs at Jackson Memorial Hospital and Miami Children’s Hospital.
As a FAR vice president, Valledor will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” she said.
Bonita Springs Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Alfred J. DiNicola, Jr., broker, Bonita Bay Realty, Inc. in Bonita Springs, has been elected District 5 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Naples Area Board of Realtors®, DiNicola will serve his fellow professionals in District 5, which encompasses Lee, Collier and Hendry counties.
“Affordable housing in our area continues to be a challenge, while roads and traffic remain big concerns,” said DiNicola. “Florida Gulf Coast University, as well as the international airport expansion, will increase the area’s growth potential.”
Active in residential brokerage, DiNicola has served on numerous committees for the Naples board, and is a director of FAR. A member of the Association of Real Estate Professionals, DiNicola is also an instructor for the National Home Builders Association Sales and Marketing Council, and for the Institute of Residential Marketing. He is also active in United Way.
As a FAR vice president, DiNicola will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” he said.
Seminole Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Michael Bindman, GRI, broker/vice president and team leader, Keller Williams Gulf Coast Realty in St. Petersburg, has been elected District 6 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Pinellas Suncoast Association of Realtors®, Bindman will serve his fellow professionals in District 6, which encompasses Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties.
“Homeowner’s insurance is a challenge for everyone in our region,” Bindman said. “The push for more energy-efficient homes, impact fees and other development regulations are also affecting our real estate market.”
Active in residential management and commercial brokerage, Bindman served as 2001-2002 chairman of the Pinellas Suncoast association. He is also a director of FAR and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Bindman serves as a director of Pinellas Village and is a member of the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce.
As a FAR vice president, Bindman will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” he said.
Ocala Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Sandra K. Sauer, a Realtor® and relocation director, Foxfire Realty in Ocala, has been elected District 7 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Ocala Marion County Association of Realtors®, Sauer will serve her fellow professionals in District 7, which encompasses Lake, Sumter, Hernando, Marion and Citrus counties.
“Affordability is one of the key attractions of our region,” Sauer said. “Our buyers come here because of that reason. However, homes are definitely appreciating, and rising prices would definitely affect the pace of sales.”
Active in residential brokerage, Sauer served as 2001 president of the Ocala Marion County association, and is a director of FAR. She is actively involved in Habitat for Humanity, the American Cancer Society and March of Dimes, and is a board member of the local domestic violence rape crisis center.
As a FAR vice president, Sauer will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” she said.
Tallahassee Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Kevin Hattaway, a Realtor® with Linda Dix Realty in Tallahassee, has been elected District 8 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Tallahassee Board of Realtors®, Hattaway will serve his fellow professionals in District 8, which encompasses Holmes, Washington, Jackson, Calhoun, Gulf, Franklin, Liberty, Gadsden, Leon, Wakulla, Jefferson, Madison, Taylor, Lafayette, Gilchrist, Levy and Dixie counties.
“In the Tallahassee market, there is a continuing shortage of available land for moderately priced homes,” Hattaway said. “To the west, demand for coastal properties in the region is exploding.”
Active in residential sales, Hattaway served as 2003 president of the Tallahassee board, and is a director of FAR. He is also a volunteer for Big Bend Cares, and served on the organization’s board for five years.
As a FAR vice president, Hattaway will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” he said.
Fort Walton Beach Realtor® Elected District Vice President of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Robert S. Hudgens, broker/manager, Century 21 Coastal Realty Services in Fort Walton Beach, has been elected District 9 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Emerald Coast Association of Realtors®, Hudgens will serve his fellow professionals in District 9, which encompasses Bay, Walton, Escambia, Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties.
“The Northwest Florida economy is dominated by two things: the military and tourism,” said Hudgens. “We’ve seen the mission of the area’s bases expand as the military has become smaller, and more efficient. There has also been phenomenal growth in tourism and driving destination vacations.”
Active in residential sales and rentals, Hudgens served as 2001 president of the Emerald Coast association. He is also a member of the Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce and past president of the Kiwanis Club.
As a FAR vice president, Hudgens will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” he said.
Lakeland Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Joyce M. Tubb, owner/broker, Joyce M. Tubb Appraiser in Lakeland, has been elected District 10 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Lakeland Association of Realtors®, Tubb will serve her fellow professionals in District 10, which encompasses Polk and Highlands counties.
“Both our housing and commercial markets have been very active for the past two years, and prices continue to rise,” she said. “Low mortgage rates have clearly been a factor, as conventional financing remains the most popular way to purchase a home in our district.”
Active in residential and commercial brokerage, property management, appraising and developing, Tubb was 2002 president of the Lakeland association. She has been an associate member of the Appraisal Institute since 1984, and is a member of the Appraisal Section of FAR and the National Association of Realtors. She was also president of the Citrus Center Kiwanis Club, and was a board member for the Sunshine Council of Camp Fire Boys and Girls, and for Sunrise Communities, a statewide organization for disabled adults.
As a FAR vice president, Tubb will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” she said.
Fort Lauderdale Realtor® Elected District Vice President of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Ray Barkett, CCIM, broker/vice president, The Keyes Company in Fort Lauderdale, has been elected District 11 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Realtor® Association of Greater Fort Lauderdale, Barkett will serve his fellow professionals in District 11, which encompasses Broward County.
“Our market is attracting a large number of first-time homebuyers, and we continue to be a destination for retirees and wealthy second-home buyers,” Barkett said. “With these trends and the lack of available raw land, the value of resales is expected to continue to escalate in 2004.”
Active in residential and commercial brokerage, as well as leasing, Barkett is a board member for the Fort Lauderdale association, and was named 2001 Realtor of the Year. He was also president of Sales and Marketing Executives of Fort Lauderdale, chairman of the Real Estate Division of United Way of Broward County, and a board member for Broward Workshop, an organization of business and civic leaders.
As a FAR vice president, Barkett will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” he said.
Orlando Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Dean Asher, broker, Don Asher & Associates, Inc., Orlando, has been elected District 12 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Orlando Regional Realtor® Association, Asher will serve his fellow professionals in District 12, which encompasses Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties.
“The construction of single-family homes and condos in the Orlando regional market has been occurring at on a record pace,” Asher said. “For the first time we are seeing numerous condos, lofts, and condo conversions taking place in our market.”
Active in property management, residential brokerage and association management, Asher was 2002-03 president of the Orlando regional association. He is a FAR director and active in the National Association of Realtors.
As a FAR vice president, Asher will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” he said.
Venice Realtor® Elected District Vice President
of Florida’s Largest Professional Association
ORLANDO, FL — Helen M.K. Moore, a Realtor® with Michael Saunders & Company, in Venice, has been elected District 13 vice president of the Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), the state’s largest professional association. A member of the Venice Area Board of Realtors®, Moore will serve her fellow professionals in District 13, which encompasses Manatee, Hardee, Sarasota, DeSoto and Charlotte counties.
“Environmental issues, such as government regulation of wetlands and waterways are vital issues for our region,” Moore said. “Locally, the smaller classroom size, and the question of who pays for new classrooms and other services are also important.”
Active in residential and commercial brokerage, Moore was 2002 president of the Venice Area Board of Realtors, and serves as a FAR director. She was named 2003 Realtor of the Year by the Venice board. Moore also is president of Women’s Council of Realtors (WCR), Venice-Englewood Chapter, and a board member of Venice Main Street. She serves on Venice Area Beautification, Inc. and is a member of Venice Yacht Club.
As a FAR vice president, Moore will focus on Realtor education, training and involvement in vital housing-related issues in the region. “By working together and speaking with one voice, Realtors can have a very positive influence in building better communities,” she said.
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