CEO Bob Fletcher guest at Realtors meeting
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Rory Ryan-hcpress@cinci.rr.com
Ohio Association of Realtors Chief Executive Officer Bob Fletcher brought an optimistic message on the economy and other issues, as the guest speaker at the April 22 meeting of the Highland County Board of Realtors held at the County Administration Building.
Fletcher, who was introduced by Jill Yochum, recently succeeded Donald Freels as the OAR CEO, told local Realtors, "We are seeing signs of stabilization in the market. Sales are up. I think the market is getting better. I really do. Hopefully, we are seeing a rebound. I'm optimistic."
Fletcher said Ohio is not state prone to drastic fluctuations, such as California, Hawaii and East Coast regions. He said he expects a slow, but steady improvement in the state's overall economy.
The CEO also stressed the importance of maintaining good communications with the Ohio Association of Realtors and elected officials.
"It's very important to maintain good communications between local Realtors and the state office," Fletcher said. "If there's something you think we can help you with, call us. We will certainly try to help you."
Fletcher encouraged local Realtors to stay in touch with their elected officials, from county commissioners to state lawmakers.
As an example, Fletcher said, "It's one thing if I go into (86th House District Rep.) Dave Daniels' office with an issue. It's entirely different when members of this board go into his office. You are his constituents. He will listen to you.
"You can do the same thing at the local level — and many of you do. Always have good, existing relationships with your elected officials."
Fletcher told Realtors to "Make sure government does not intentionally or unintentionally interfere with your life."
In addition to serving as OAR CEO, Fletcher has served as the association's senior vice president and chief lobbyist for more than 17 years. He concluded his comments by touching on the plans for a national database, Realtors Property Resources, coordinated by the National Association of Realtors, and a few issues in federal government and their local impact.
Leesburg Federal Savings Bank sponsored the afternoon luncheon.[[In-content Ad]]
Fletcher, who was introduced by Jill Yochum, recently succeeded Donald Freels as the OAR CEO, told local Realtors, "We are seeing signs of stabilization in the market. Sales are up. I think the market is getting better. I really do. Hopefully, we are seeing a rebound. I'm optimistic."
Fletcher said Ohio is not state prone to drastic fluctuations, such as California, Hawaii and East Coast regions. He said he expects a slow, but steady improvement in the state's overall economy.
The CEO also stressed the importance of maintaining good communications with the Ohio Association of Realtors and elected officials.
"It's very important to maintain good communications between local Realtors and the state office," Fletcher said. "If there's something you think we can help you with, call us. We will certainly try to help you."
Fletcher encouraged local Realtors to stay in touch with their elected officials, from county commissioners to state lawmakers.
As an example, Fletcher said, "It's one thing if I go into (86th House District Rep.) Dave Daniels' office with an issue. It's entirely different when members of this board go into his office. You are his constituents. He will listen to you.
"You can do the same thing at the local level — and many of you do. Always have good, existing relationships with your elected officials."
Fletcher told Realtors to "Make sure government does not intentionally or unintentionally interfere with your life."
In addition to serving as OAR CEO, Fletcher has served as the association's senior vice president and chief lobbyist for more than 17 years. He concluded his comments by touching on the plans for a national database, Realtors Property Resources, coordinated by the National Association of Realtors, and a few issues in federal government and their local impact.
Leesburg Federal Savings Bank sponsored the afternoon luncheon.[[In-content Ad]]