09.26.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate has started the second generation of Community and Education Outreach Programs
(COE) to Arizona Counties. The focus of the program will be to provide vital information on subdividing as well as County
representative participating as speakers to provide local perspectives.
- Upcoming COEs -
- Mohave County (Kingman): October 1, 2007 Noon - 1:30 pm
- Coconino County (Flagstaff): October 3, 2007 10 am - Noon
- Navajo/Apache (Pinetop): October 4, 2007 2 pm - 4:00 pm
- Yuma County (Yuma): October 9, 2007 2 pm - 3:30 pm
These programs are free! For further details, please
click here.
- Triple C (Commissioner's Community Conversations) -
Triple C meetings are a venue for Industry, the Public and the Department to have an open dialog with Commissioner
Wercinski. All meetings are held at the Department, located at 2910 N. 44th Street, Commissioner's Conference Room,
Phoenix.
Please note the upcoming meeting times and dates:
- Property Management: October 10, 2007 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Designated Brokers: October 11, 2007 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- Business Brokers: October 11, 2007 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
09.04.07
-Gentle Reminder- Triple C Meetings:
The following are scheduled to meet:
- September 6, 2007 at ADRE, 2910 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Educators: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- Developers: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- September 27, 2007 at ADRE, 2910 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Agents: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
For the month of October, the meetings are:
- October 10, 2007 at ADRE, 2910 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Property Management: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- October 11, 2007 at ADRE, 2910 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Designated Brokers: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- Business Brokers: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
08.14.07
-Updates-
- The Arizona Department of Real Estate would like to remind you of the Triple C meetings that are scheduled for
this month:
- All Groups Together (all are welcome): 8/16/07 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- Designated Brokers: 8/23/07 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- Business Brokers: 8/23/07 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Triple C (Commissioner's Community Conversations) meetings are held at the Arizona Department of Real Estate, located
at 2910 N. 44th Street, Phoenix.
The Department is preparing for the 2008 Legislature and these open dialog meetings are crucial for the Department to
understand the needs in the industry. Please join Commissioner Wercinski for a Community Conversation. We look
forward to seeing you there! For more information, please contact Tory Anderson at
tanderson@azre.gov.
- The registration for the Development Service Workshop "How do you legally split land?" scheduled for September 14,
2007 is officially CLOSED. It is anticipated that another workshop will be scheduled for mid-January 2008.
- The Fall-Winter COE (Community Outreach and Education) Programs are scheduled for September through November.
Stay informed of up to the minute times and locations by visiting the Department website.
08.09.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, August 9, 2007, that it would be presenting a Development Services
Workshop "How do you legally split land?" on September 14, 2007 (Friday) from 9:00 am - Noon at 2910 N. 44th Street, 3rd Floor
Conference Room. No CE credit will be awarded. Space is limited. Please RSVP to Roy Tanney, Assistant Commissioner of
Development Services at rtanney@azre.gov.
08.01.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, August 1, 2007, that in an effort to prevent harm to the public,
and to educate the Three Entities: the Public, the Industry and the Department, we have partnered with the Arizona Geological Survey to
present Earth Fissure Map training. The trainings are scheduled as follows:
- September 5, 2007 (Wednesday) 9am - 10 am
Arizona Department of Real Estate
2910 N. 44th Street
3rd Floor Conference Room
Phoenix, Arizona
- September 17, 2007 (Monday) 9am - 10 am
Western Pinal Association of REALTORS
820 W. Cottonwood Lane, # 9
Casa Grande, Arizona
Space is limited! Please RSVP to Mary Utley at mutley@azre.gov or
(602)772-7766 for the Phoenix training. For the Casa Grande training, contact Ellnetta Salazar at (520)421-1222.
08.01.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate would like to remind you of the four Triple C meetings that are scheduled for
this month:
- Property Management: 8/8/07 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- All Groups Together (all are welcome): 8/16/07 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- Designated Brokers: 8/23/07 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- Business Brokers: 8/23/07 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Triple C (Commissioner's Community Conversations) meetings are held at the Arizona Department of Real Estate, located at 2910 N.
44th Street, Phoenix.
The Department is preparing for the 2008 Legislature and these open dialog meetings are crucial for the Department to
understand the needs in the industry. Please join Commissioner Wercinski for a Community Conversation. We look forward to
seeing you there! For more information, please contact Tory Anderson at
tanderson@azre.gov.
07.31.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate is pleased to announce that the Phoenix and Tucson Offices can accept Visa or
MasterCard as payment. We can process your credit card transaction in our lobby or on our Online License Renewal System.
Effective August 20, 2007, the Department will accept the following forms of tender:
- Visa and MasterCard
- Checks (Personal, Business, Cashier)
- Exact Cash
Our customer service representatives will not be able to make change, so if you wish to pay with cash, please bring the exact
amount. Our fees are listed on our website.
07.17.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, July 18, 2007, that an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson's
License and a Notice of Right to Request Hearing was issued on July 6, 2007 against KORBI LEIGH DOSTER,
Salesperson's License SA569516000. Mr. Doster was convicted of Criminal Possession of a Forgery Device, a Class 6 Designated Felony
that he failed to disclose to the ADRE within ten (10) days.
On July 10, 2007, an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson's License and a Notice of Right to Request Hearing was
issued against TYRONE GILLESPIE, II (Scottsdale, AZ) Salesperson's License SA540201000. Mr. Gillespie
was convicted of two (2) counts of Theft both Class 3 felonies. Mr. Gillespie is guilty of conduct that constitutes fraud or
dishonest dealing and his conduct does not show he is a person of honesty, truthfulness or good character.
07.17.07
Attention all real estate sales agents! Commissioner Wercinski invites you to attend a "Commissioner Community
Conversation" on Thursday July 19, from 1:00 - 2:00pm at the ADRE (2910 N. 44th St., Phoenix). This is the time for you to come,
meet the Commissioner, and share in the conversation. We are promoting Open Dialog with the industry. Commissioner Wercinski
would like to hear from you!! Please join us for this open meeting. All are welcome!
The following is a list of upcoming Triple C meetings in August:
- Property Management: 8/8/07 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- All stakeholders together: 8/16/07 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
- Designated Brokers: 8/23/07 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- Business Brokers: 8/23/07 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
All of the above meetings will be held at the ADRE, 2910 N. 44th St., Phoenix.
07.11.07
Congratulations to those licensees who were the first to renew their licenses on July 1 and July 2, 2007 and were issued
a four year license. There were 333 individuals who renewed.
Click here to view names of the licensees. They saved time and money as
well as helped the environment by renewing online. Commissioner Wercinski plans to continue to foster an open dialog, to advance
good policy and promote efficiencies within the Department and the industry while protecting the public.
Please view the Frequently Asked Questions on
4-year license renewals.
07.10.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, July 10, 2007, that Fissure Map training facilitated by the
Arizona Geological Society is scheduled for Wednesday, July 11th at 9:00 am at 2910 N. 44th. Street, 3rd Floor Conference Room, Phoenix,
Arizona. Please RSVP to Cindy Ferrin at 602.771.7757 or cferrin@azre.gov, as seating is
limited.
06.19.07
The June edition of "Dialog", the Arizona Department of Real Estate's periodic bulletin, has been posted on the
Department's website Bulletins page.
06.01.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, June 1, 2007, that a Cease and Desist Order and a Notice of Right
to Request Hearing was issued on May 21, 2007 against IGNACIO CHAVEZ-MORAN (an unlicensed individual) and
FIESTA DE CORTEZ HOTEL URBANIZADORA VACACIONAL DE PUERTO PENASCO, S.A., DE C.V. (a foreign corporation and
unlicensed entity).
Under Title 32, Chapter 20, the Department may issue an order directing any person to cease and desist from engaging in
the act, practice or transaction or doing any act in furtherance of the act, to make restitution or to take appropriate affirmative
action to correct the conditions resulting from the act, practice or transaction.
IGNACIO CHAVEZ-MORAN (owner of Fiesta) engaged in offering to sell, or advertise the selling
of condominiums offered by Fiesta for a development known as FIESTA DE CORTEZ SUITES AND HOTEL RESORT aka FIESTA
GOLDEN RESORT (the "Property"). The "Property" is located in Puerto Penasco, Sonora, Mexico.
IGNACIO CHAVEZ-MORAN failed to notify the Commissioner of the intent to sell condominiums or ever applying for
a subdivision Public Report [A Public Report serves as license to a subdivider to sell and market (wherein disclosures are made) in order
to protect the consumer] with respect to the "Property". Further, he failed to file copies of advertising materials used in
connection with sales of condominiums with the "Property". Arizona Consumers who have filed complaints with the Department have
lost approximately $378,318 earnest monies due to illegal activities of IGNACIO CHAVEZ-MORAN. If
you are aware of any other Arizona Consumers who have been harmed as a result of Mr. Chavez-Moran's actions, please have them contact the
Arizona Department of Real Estate, Investigations Division.
The Cease and Desist Order shall be recorded in the office of the County Recorder for each County within the State of
Arizona, pursuant to the provision of A.R.S.§32-2182.02 (A). To view the Cease and Desist Order in it's entirety,
CLICK HERE.
06.01.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announces the following:
- The appointment of Jerome Jordan as the Assistant Commissioner of Operations. His start date is 6/4/07. The
Assistant Commissioner of Operations administers the daily affairs of the Department through its various divisions in
coordination with the Commissioner and other Assistant Commissioners. He will also oversee the Enforcement and
Compliance Division. Previously, Mr. Jordan was employed by the City of Tucson as Management Assistant to the City
Manager. He has extensive experience in public administration as well as thorough understanding of the real estate
industry and the Department of Real Estate.
- A link for Frequently Asked Questions about the 4 year license renewal is available on the Department’s website at
NEW FOUR YEAR LICENSE RENEWAL
- PLEASE NOTE: The Department of Real Estate DOES NOT make available, distribute or sell the email addresses of real estate
licensees. Please share this information with other licensees and encourage others to sign up for Late Breaking
News. This is the primary means of communicating important information to the Public and Industry.
05.25.07
The registration for the scheduled Instructor Development Workshop on Subdividing and Land Splits (June 8th at the ADRE,
from 9am to Noon) is CLOSED.
As a result of the huge response to the workshop, the Department will be offering this workshop again on September 14,
2007.
Please visit the Department's website @ www.AZRE.gov to stay current on activities and events happening at the ADRE!
05.25.07
Please note on your calendar that on Tuesday, May 29, 2007 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm, an AGENTS STAKEHOLDER MEETING will
be held at 2910 N. 44th. Street, 3rd Floor Conference Room, Phoenix, AZ.
This is a great opportunity to bring any issues or concerns that you may have to the Department's attention!
05.18.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, May 18, 2007, that the first Quarterly Stakeholder Group Meeting
will be held on May 22, 2007 at 1:00 pm at 2910 N. 44th Street, 3rd Floor Conference Room, Phoenix, Arizona.
Come join all sectors of the real estate industry and share ideas, concerns, and join in discussion on timely topics such
as "raising standards and reducing unnecessary regulation so resources can be used to more effectively protect the public".
We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible!
05.17.07
The Arizona-Mexico Commission (AMC) will be hosting the 2007 Summer Plenary Session on June 14th and June 15th at the
Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona where the Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will be holding their committee meeting on
Thursday, June 14th from 1 pm to 5 pm. Please visit the AMC website @
www.azmc.org for additional information.
The International Mortgage Lenders Association event will be held on Thursday June 14th in Tucson at the Westin in
conjunction with the Arizona-Mexico Commission in the morning from 8 am to 12 noon (before the Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee
meeting). Please visit
www.internationalmla.org for
additional information.
05.14.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, May 14, 2007, that Dialog, the periodic Bulletin for
the Arizona Department of Real Estate is available. Please visit the Department's website and click on "Bulletin" on the navigation
bar on the Homepage to view.
05.07.07
4-Year License Renewal
Great news!! Senate Bill 1349 was passed by the House and Senate last week, and was signed into law by Governor
Janet Napolitano on May 1, 2007. The 4-year License Renewal and the pairing of the Designated Broker and Entity licenses will take
effect July 1, 2007. Any Licensee who renews after July 1 will receive a 4-year license.
The 4-year License Renewal and the pairing of the entity license with the designated broker’s license will greatly reduce
unnecessary regulation as well as remove a cause of unlicensed activity. The passage of this bill was the result cooperation and
collaboration between the Industry, the Public and the Department.
05.04.07
Stakeholder Meeting Date Changes!
Please note some date changes for future stakeholder meetings. Stakeholder meetings are open dialog meetings
between members of the industry and the Commissioner. Stakeholder meetings are open for anyone to attend and the dates are
published on our website.
The Schedule is located as a "Quick Link" on our website at www.AZRE.gov.
Commissioner Wercinski values the input and dialog he has received from industry professionals at stakeholder meetings
and looks forward to hearing from you.
Workgroups will begin Monday May 7!
Workgroups consist of members appointed by the Commissioner. The Workgroups each have a specific purpose: Statute
Review, Public Report Review, Technology, and Lifetime License.
Workgroups will meet five times throughout the summer, and will present findings to the Commissioner on August 10,
2007. The Department will post summaries after each Workgroup meeting on our webpage at www.AZRE.gov. We are open to your
ideas and feedback. Please send any correspondence regarding the workgroups to Tory Anderson at
tanderson@azre.gov.
05.02.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, May 2, 2007, that on April 18, 2007 an Order Summarily Suspending
Salesperson’s License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against SCOTT JAMES HUBBARD (Tucson,
AZ), Salesperson’s License SA570406000. Mr. Hubbard entered into a Consent Order on March 16, 2006 agreeing to submit to body fluid
testing and/or breath tests randomly drawn. The respondent failed to comply with the terms of the Consent Order.
On April 19, 2007, an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson’s License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were
issued against MARSHA SUZANNE COCHRAN (Cape Coral, Florida), Salesperson’s License SA102959000. Ms.
Cochran submitted a false or misleading renewal application by providing annual CE credits that were used for a prior license renewal
period and failed to provide a written response to the Department.
On April 24, 2007, an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson’s License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were
issued against JOSE LUIS SALAZAR (Avondale, AZ), Salesperson’s License SA561973000. Mr. Salazar entered
into a Consent Order by where he was to completely abstain from the use of any and all alcohol, illegal drugs or controlled substance
unless pursuant to a valid prescription and order of a medical doctor. He failed to restrain from use of illegal drugs.
05.01.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, May 1, 2007, the promotion of Janet Blair to Assistant
Commissioner of Licensing Division. The Licensing Division includes oversight of licensing, professional education and
auditing. Janet brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in Real Estate operations, administration and licensing statutes.
Janet replaces Cindy Wilkinson.
05.01.07
We have great results to report!
By implementing new and innovative efficiencies and by teaming with the Arizona Association of Realtors, license
processing time has decreased from 63 days in January to 15 days in April. While ADRE is required to
process license applications that are complete within 60 days of receipt, we strive to exceed the minimum standards and continue to work
toward our goal of a 10 day processing time.
Stakeholder Meeting Date Changes!
Please note some date changes for future stakeholder meetings. The schedule is located as a "Quick Link" on our
website at www.AZRE.gov. Commissioner Wercinski values the input and dialog he has received from industry professionals at
stakeholder meetings and looks forward to hearing from you.
04.24.07
Public service announcements:
SMOKE-FREE ARIZONA ACT - In November 2006, the citizens of Arizona passed Proposition 201, the Smoke-Free Arizona
Act (ARS § 36-601.01) effective May 1, 2007. Please visit the Department of Health website at
www.smokefreearizona.org to obtain
further information or call 1-877-4-AZ-NOSMOKE
CLANDESTINE DRUG LABS - The Board of Technical Registration requested that we forward information to the real
estate industry on Clandestine Drug Laboratories and remediation responsibility. Please
click here to view the letter.
APPRAISALS - At the request of the Arizona Board of Appraisal, the Department is providing the following
information on A.R.S. § 32-3602. Please
click here to view the
letter.
04.04.07
Stakeholder meetings for 2007 have been scheduled and are posted on the ADRE website under "Quick Links". Upcoming
meetings include Designated Brokers (04/05), Business Brokers (04/05), and Property Management (04/24). The Department plans to
hold additional meetings throughout the state, including Public Town Halls. We will update you once these meetings are
scheduled. Please contact Tory Anderson at tanderson@azre.gov to RSVP or to ask any
questions.
03.29.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, March 29, 2007, that effective March 23, 2007 an Order Summarily
Suspending Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request a Hearing was issued against JOANNA T. SIRAVO
(Mesa, AZ), Salesperson's License SA556158000. On or about April 7, 2005, the Commissioner issued a Final Order ("CFO") whereby the
respondent was issued a two (2) year Provisional License with a Practice Monitor along with a posting of a $5,000 bond. During this
period the respondent was to abide with the terms and conditions of the CFO which included no further convictions of any Class 1
misdemeanor or any felony.
On March 19, 2007, the respondent disclosed a March 2006 conviction for Intentionally, Knowingly or Recklessly Causing
Any Physical Injury to Another Person (Domestic Violence), Class 1 misdemeanor, in violation of A.R.S. §13.1203 (A) (1). Respondent
was convicted in Mesa Municipal Court.
03.26.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, March 26, 2007, that Commissioner Wercinski has formed four
workgroups to convene this summer, and the ADRE is looking for members to serve on these committees. The four workgroups will focus
on statute review, the Public Report application, consideration of a Lifetime License, and department Technology. If you are
interested in serving on one of these workgroups or if you would like more information, please email Tory Anderson @
tanderson@azre.gov with your interest and your background.
The deadline for application is April 13, 2007.
03.20.07
Commissioner Wercinski values feedback, input, and ideas from the public, the stakeholders, and the Department
employees. As a result, several stakeholder meetings have already taken place. Please join Commissioner Wercinski for his
first open door "Sales Licensees" stakeholder meeting. Commissioner Wercinski will discuss changes at the Department and is eager
to hear from you.
The meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2007, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm, at the Arizona Department of Real Estate, 2910 N.
44th Street, Phoenix.
Please RSVP to Tory Anderson at
tanderson@azre.gov
02.06.07
EXCITING NEWS... Employing brokers may now choose to retain license certificates electronically or on paper! The
Commissioner is pleased to announce a shift in ADRE's policy that allows for more flexibility in record keeping while still maintaining
the availability upon request of license certificates. Should you have suggestions that will allow for greater efficiencies at the
Department and will also benefit the industry, while advancing our mission to serve the public, please share your ideas with us.
Please view SPS 2007-17 - Electronic License Certificate and SPS 2007-18 - License Advertising at the Substantive Policy Statements link
on the Real Estate Law Book webpage.
02.01.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, February 1, 2007, the availability of the ADRE Bulletin - January
2007 edition on the ADRE website.
01.31.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, January 31, 2007, the availability of enhanced license services
on-line (Phase 1.5), which:
- Allows for the convenience of online renewal to qualifying persons in their 'grace year' -- that one year period immediately
following license expiration. (This is only available if the former licensee did not continue working after license
expiration, and is not required to disclose information, such as a conviction, adverse judgment, disciplinary action, etc.)
- Displays progress on the left as the user steps through the selected process. (This is a result of feedback from online
users who 'lost track' of where they were in their online session and where they needed to go next. The system will now
show the steps completed and what is left to do.)
01.30.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, January 30, 2007, that Orders Summarily Suspending Salesperson's
Licenses and Notices of Right to Request Hearings were issued against the following:
HERBERT V. HUGHES (Avondale, AZ) - Salesperson's License SA526952000 - The respondent failed
to keep an escrow or trust account or other records of funds deposited with the licensee relating to a real estate transaction.
Order issued on January 17, 2007.
MARIJOHN KIRKLAND (Gilbert, AZ) - Salesperson's License SA562176000 - The respondent
represented an individual on a sale of property. Ms. Kirkland removed approximately $1,000 worth of furniture and personal
possession from the seller's residence without permission. The licensee was directed to return all items by her designated broker
and failed to do so. Order issued January 19, 2007.
THOMAS FRANK BOURDO, SR. (Tempe, AZ) - Salesperson's License SA537882000 - The respondent
pled guilty in Superior Court of Arizona, Maricopa County to Attempted Child Molestation and Dangerous Crime Against Children in the
Second Degree, a Class 3 Felony, Child Abuse, A Class 6 Felony. The respondent was sentenced to ten years imprisonment, suspended
and placed on lifetime, supervised probation, effective December 20, 2006. Order issued January 19, 2007.
01.24.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate Online Services will not be available for changes or renewals from 6:00pm tonight
(1/24/2007) until 7:00am tomorrow morning (1/25/2007), due to maintenance related to the upgraded enhancements to Online Services.
The Public Database will be available without interruption.
01.23.07
CLARIFICATION ON ADRE HOURS OF OPERATION - New Commissioner takes immediate steps to reduce back log of license
applications.
Effective February 1st, due to the large number of new and renewing license applications received by mail and dropped off
at our office, the ADRE has implemented a temporary change of hours for processing of walk-in applications. With support from
industry leaders, the ADRE will now use Tuesdays to focus on processing the backlog of mailed applications many of you have sent and for
which you are now waiting to receive licenses. Original license applicants may continue to walk-in for immediate service from
8:00am - 4:00pm on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Other customers can receive assistance and information from Department
staff every day of the week from 8:00am to 5:00pm, including a concierge to assist customers with use of one of the two kiosks to renew
or make changes on-line.
REMEMBER, Save time... Renew on-line at www.azre.gov from home or in your office. Only employing brokers, original
applicants, licensees with disclosure issues and for a few more days, those who are renewing in their grace year, are currently unable to
renew on-line.
Please understand that the ADRE licensing staff levels have remained nearly the same since 2001 while the number of real
estate licensees has increased by over 30,000 or 60% in the same period.
On a very positive note, Sam Wercinski, our new Commissioner, is asking the legislature to approve a FOUR YEAR LICENSE
upon renewal of an original two year license AND he has requested a net reduction of fees paid by real estate professionals. More
on this topic in a future Late Breaking News.
Your understanding and assistance is greatly appreciated and will help us to quickly return Tuesdays to regular hours of
operations.
01.19.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, January 19, 2007, that per the Superior Court of Arizona,
Maricopa County, case #CR 2006-007932-005 DT, the real estate salesperson's license (SA528084000) of
LESLEY A. ROMERO (Goodyear, AZ) was revoked on January 18, 2007.
01.17.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate had anticipated launching enhancements to Online Services (including renewal of
licenses within grace year) today. However, the launch has been delayed until next week. Further information will be provided
at that time.
01.17.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today, January 17, 2007, that effective February 1, 2007, the Department
will no longer immediately process any walk-in transactions on Tuesdays.
A Licensing Division Concierge will be available to review applications for which Online Services are not
available. You may continue to renew using the Online License Services on the Department webpage.
01.16.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced that Governor Janet Napolitano appointed Sam Wercinski as the new
Arizona Real Estate Commissioner on January 11, 2007. The new Commissioner replaces Former Commissioner Elaine Richardson who
resigned in December 2006 to devote more time to personal goals and family.
"Sam's extensive experience in the real estate industry and history of leadership in both the private sector and the
military made him a strong asset to the state," Governor Napolitano said. "Elaine's leadership will be missed in the
Department. I support her in her decision and wish her the best."
Visit the Department's website to view more information on Commissioner Wercinski.
01.08.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced that effective today, January 8, 2007, the ADRE phone system has been
converted to a more updated, consumer-friendly system. The old extension numbers will no longer be active. Here is a list of
the new phone numbers by Division. Please use these new phone numbers to contact Department staff.
Licensing: 602-771-7700
Professional Education: 602-771-7720
Investigations & Consumer Assistance: 602-771-7730
Development Services (Subdivisions): 602-771-7750
Auditing: 602-771-7790
Administrative Actions & Compliance: 602-771-7780
Administration: 602-771-7760
01.03.07
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced on January 3, 2007 that on December 22, 2006, a Cease and Desist Order
and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against JOHN C. SCREMIN (an unlicensed individual) and
JOHN SCREMIN DEVELOPMENT, INC. (an unlicensed entity) (Chandler, AZ).
JOHN C. SCREMIN and JOHN SCREMIN DEVELOPMENT, INC. have failed to
comply with the terms of a Consent Order and engaged in offering to sell or the selling of subdivided property located within Walking
Horse Ranchettes without complying with applicable subdivision statutes.
On December 21, 2006 the Department issued a Cease and Desist Order and Notice of Right to Request
Hearing against JAMES AMSLER (an unlicensed individual) and PATRICIA GLESENER (an
unlicensed individual) (Tonto Basin, AZ). JAMES AMSLER and PATRICIA GLESENER
have engaged in offering to buy, sell, or advertise the buying and selling of subdivided land without complying with applicable
subdivision statutes.
On December 22, 2006, respondent TIFFANY R. LASSWELL (Hamilton, Montana), holder of license
number SA575016000, acknowledged the acceptance of the Consent Order wherein her real estate salesperson's license was revoked.
The respondent fraudulently obtained a Jessica Pride's credit history without authorization from Pride and for personal reasons not
related to real estate sales activities.
12.26.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate received word that the Arizona Court of Appeals upheld the Department's denial of
license renewal and denial of application for broker's license for MONTE D. POLLARD, license
SA045731000. The Department originally denied MONTE D. POLLARD's application in October 2004. The
original denial was based on unlicensed activity and criminal convictions involving Domestic Violence. A hearing before an
Administrative Law Judge in January 2005 upheld the Commissioner's action, and MONTE D. POLLARD appealed that
decision to the Superior Court in Maricopa County which, in June 2006, also upheld the Commissioner's action.
The recent decision on December 14, 2006 by the State Court of Appeals reaffirmed the lower courts' and the Commissioner's action.
12.14.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced on December 14, 2006 that on December 5, 2006, an Order Summarily
Suspending Salesperson's License and Notice of Right To Request Hearing were issued against ERNEST MARTY
ATENCIO (Phoenix, AZ), salesperson's license SA104218000, for failure to abide by the terms of Commissioner's Consent Order,
dated June 6, 2006. (Part of the terms of the Consent Order was that the Respondent agreed to submit to Body Fluid Testing for a
period of two (2) years. He failed to do so.)
12.13.06
Farewell from Commissioner Elaine Richardson - I personally thank each and every one of you who have been so supportive
to the Arizona Department of Real Estate over the last four years. It is with both sadness and joy that I formally announced to the
Governor that I would be leaving the Department of Real Estate at the end of the year. I'm sad leaving the positive relationships
that I have enjoyed and happy because I will now have the freedom to spend time with my grandchildren as well as pursue my personal
goals.
I anticipate the transition being seamless as my Special Assistant, Richard Simmonds, will be the Interim
Commissioner.
Thank you for all your support and friendship over these four years.
12.05.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced on December 6, 2006 that on November 30, 2006, an Order Summarily
Suspending Broker's License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against DAVID MARK NOFFZ
(Flagstaff, AZ), broker's license number BR012832000.
11.28.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced on November 28, 2006 that on November 15, 2006, an Order Summarily
Suspending Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against CYNTHIA LEE
DALHOVER (Flagstaff, AZ), license number SA113006000.
The ADRE October/November 2006 Bulletin is posted on the Department website: www.azre.gov. Once you're on the website, click on
"Public Information" and then "Bulletin Library".
11.09.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced on November 9, 2006 that on November 3, 2006, an Order Summarily
Suspending Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against MICHAEL LEVINE
(Chandler, AZ), license number SA556548000.
The Respondent failed to comply with the terms of the Commissioner's Consent Order as well as violated the terms of an
administrative order, failed to respond and did not provide written notification (within the required 10 days) to the Department of the
revocation of Respondent's Colorado real estate broker's license.
11.06.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced on November 6, 2006 that on October 30, 2006, an Order Summarily
Suspending Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against FLOYD L. JACKSON
(Phoenix, AZ), license number SA526356000.
11.02.06
The ADRE announced on November 2, 2006 that on October 23, 2006, a Cease and Desist Order and Notice of Hearing were
issued against THOMAS RYAN (Tempe, AZ).
It is ordered that THOMAS RYAN immediately cease and desist from engaging in any real estate
activity, as defined by A.R.S. § 32-2101 et seq., as an individual, an employee, agent, officer, principal, or in any capacity
whatsoever, directly or indirectly, within the State of Arizona without first complying with all applicable laws and rules.
11.02.06
The ADRE announced on November 2, 2006 that on October 23, 2006, an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson's License and
Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against BRYAN CHARLES STEARNS (Gilbert, AZ), license number
SA559905000.
Finding that BRYAN CHARLES STEARNS has been convicted of felony offenses and is on probation
as a result of the convictions and that such conduct requires emergency action to suspend the Respondent's real estate salesperson's
license and that summary action to suspend Respondent's real estate salesperson's license is authorized under A.R.S. §32-2157 (C).
10.24.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced that on September 1, 2006, a Cease and Desist Order and Notice of Right
to Request Hearing were issued against I BUY LAND, L.L.C. (Scottsdale, AZ). The conduct of
I BUY LAND, L.L.C. has engaged in unlawful and unlicensed real estate activities in Arizona, which includes,
without limitation, the advertising, buying and selling of vacant land not exempt from licensure.
It was ordered that I BUY LAND, L.L.C. immediately cease and desist from engaging in any real
estate activity, as defined by A.R.S. § 32-2101 et seq., as an individual, an employee, agent, officer, principal, or in any capacity
whatsoever, directly or indirectly, within the State of Arizona, including but not limited to the immediate removal of any Arizona
properties listed for sale or lease on any internet website owned or operated by I BUY LAND, L.L.C. without
first complying with all applicable laws and rules.
It was further ordered that I BUY LAND, L.L.C. immediately return all monies solicited from
Arizona resident and non-resident owners of real estate that were solicited and received in the course of unlicensed activities pursued
by I BUY LAND, L.L.C..
10.24.06
The Arizona Department of Insurance (ADOI) has new title insurance resources on its website including a new brochure for
home buyers entitled, "Answers to Your Questions about Title Insurance" that explains title insurance in easy to understand terms.
The website also has a list of licensed Arizona title insurers, shopping tips, and search features to verify the licensure of title
agents in Arizona. Check out the ADOI title insurance information at www.id.state.az.us or
call Erin Klug at (602) 364-3471 to request a supply of the brochures for your real estate clients.
10.23.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced October 23, 2006 that on October 12, 2006, an Order Summarily Suspending
Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against THOMAS BONAVENTURE BOURGEOIS
(Phoenix, AZ), license number SA103513000.
10.16.06
The ADRE recently unveiled its newly designed website. One of the many additions to the ADRE website is a section
devoted to Cross-Border transactions. This new section was developed by the Cross-Border Transactions Committee, co-chaired by ADRE
Commissioner Elaine Richardson and Arizona Association of Realtors® General Counsel, Michelle Lind. [1]
The committee recognized that there was a wealth of information on Mexican real estate transactions from a variety of
sources, but the information was not organized in a user-friendly format that encouraged education. Thus, the committee identified
and compiled the available information, associations and professionals that could assist in an Arizona-Mexico real estate transaction to
include on the website. The website was designed as a "first-stop" to give the unfamiliar consumer an opportunity to learn some
basic rules on purchasing and selling real estate in Mexico, as well as to provide the reader with contacts that might assist in such a
transaction.
The website contains articles and references to help locate attorneys, real estate brokers, translators/interpreters,
appraisers, escrow/title insurance companies, and finance/mortgage companies. Consumers will also find information and website
links to Mexico real estate resources for Arizonans, types of Mexico real estate transactions, and facts and myths about Mexico real
estate transactions. There is also a section for foreign nationals to obtain information on buying real estate in Arizona.
The committee hopes that this website will prove to be an important and useful tool to consumers in the process of
purchasing land in Mexico.
[1] Committee members included: Cindy Ferrin, Doug Groppenbacher, John Gerard, John Slattery, Jose
Padilla, Juan Moreno, Judy Lowe, Mary Utley, Michael McCalley, Michael Patterson, Roger Breckenridge, Thomas DeSollar, Jeff Peterson,
Steve Barger and Ed Ricketts, Coordinator.
10.13.06
The ADRE announced on 10/13/06 that:
- The Education Advisory Committee is recruiting new members. There will be some upcoming vacancies in specific
membership categories such as:
- Commercial, Industrial or Business Brokerage (2)
- Public Member (2)
- Real Estate Instructor (1)
For further information, click here to view the
Education Advisory Committee Recruitment Announcement.
- The Department is also recruiting salespersons/associate brokers to participate in a focus group. The topic of the
group will be to discuss "alternatives" to salespersons and associate brokers being able to immediately sever from their
employing broker.
A meeting is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday (10/25/06) at 3 pm. It will be held at the ADRE office, 2910 N. 44th.
Street, Phoenix, AZ. For those interested, contact Cindy Wilkinson at
cwilkinson@azre.gov.
10.12.06
The ADRE announced October 12, 2006 that on October 5, 2006, a Cease and Desist Order and Notice of Right to Request
Hearing were issued against JOHN R. ALLEN (Gilbert, AZ). He was directed to Cease and Desist from
engaging in any real estate activity as defined by A.R.S. § 32-2101 as well as in acts, practices and transactions without first
complying with all applicable laws and rules, pursuant to A.R.S.§§32-2154 (A) and 32-2122 (B). If was further ordered that
JOHN R. ALLEN immediately return all monies solicited from Arizona resident and non-resident owners of real
estate that were solicited and received in the course of unlicensed activities pursued by JOHN R. ALLEN.
Further, the Department announced that on October 10, 2006, an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson's License and a
Notice of Right to Request Hearing was issued against ALEXANDER ANTHONY KEEME (Tucson, AZ). The real
estate salesperson's license number SA523510000 is hereby summarily suspended.
09.27.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced on 9/27/06, that a Special Edition Bulletin titled "Arizona Department of
Real Estate, A Three-Year Review, September 2006" is available and posted on the Department website at:
www.azre.gov.
On that same date, the Department inaugurated its new website: www.azre.gov. The website was created to be more
user-friendly and provide the maximum of information to the public and real estate professionals.
09.13.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate received noticed on 9/05/06 that the Valley Board of Business Brokers (VBBB), a 25
year old organization of Business Brokers located in Phoenix, and the Arizona Association of Business Brokers (AABB), a 20 year old
organization based in Tucson, joined forces to create a new statewide Business Broker Association. The Arizona Business Brokers
Association (to be known as "AZBBA") is comprised of regional chapters located in the major metropolitan areas of the state.
For further information visit the AZBBA website: www.azbba.org.
09.12.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate and the Arizona-Mexico Commission/ Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will facilitate an
educational workshop "Ethics, AMPI & Realtor Organizations in Mexico" on September 28, 2006 from 8 a.m. to Noon at the Thunderbird/Garvin
School of Int'l Management at 15249 N. 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ.
The cost of the workshop is $35.00. Click here for the workshop
flyer. For further information contact Robert Russell at Tri-Vista Partner (480-704-4749).
08.29.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced August 29, 2006 that on August 24, 2006 Order Summarily Suspending
Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against CASEY LEE WEEKS (Gilbert,
AZ), license number SA554967000 and TERRY DARWIN GARVEY (Glendale, AZ), license number SA553365000.
08.18.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced August 18, 2006 that on August 14, 2006 an Order Summarily Suspending
Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against STACY MAE LEMMERT (Tucson,
AZ), real estate salespersons license number SA554873000.
Further, that on August 11, 2006 ADRE (the Department) issued a Cease and Desist Order and Notice of Right to Request
Hearing against SHARE-TRADER, INC. ("Share-Trader"), of Brandon, Florida. It was further ordered that
Share-Trader, Inc. immediately return all monies solicited from Arizona resident and non-resident owners of real estate that were
solicited and received in the course of unlicensed activities pursued by Share-Trader, Inc.
08.15.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced August 15, 2006 that on August 4, 2006 an Order Summarily Suspending
Broker's License and Broker's Entity License, a Cease and Desist Order and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against ROY R. ROSS (Tubac, AZ), Real Estate Broker license number BR003548000 and ROSS LAND,
L.L.C. entity license number LC526999000.
Also, an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued August 10,
2006 against CYNTHIA S. ENSMAN (Phoenix, AZ), Real Estate Salespersons license number SA54886800.
08.14.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate and the Arizona-Mexico Commission/ Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will facilitate an
educational workshop "Subdivision and Condominium Regime in Mexico" on August 24, 2006 from 8 am to Noon at the Thunderbird/Garvin School
of Int'l Management at 15249 N. 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ.
· The workshop will be held in Auditorium 1 in the Career Management Building.
· From the 59th Entrance or the Greenway Entrance, follow the blue and white directional signs that say
"Conference".
· The Career Management signs will also lead you to the same location.
· Park in general, uncovered parking or across the street in the field.
· Enter through the main entrance of the Career Management building.
· The check-in table will be in the foyer.
The cost of the workshop is $35.00. Click here for the workshop
flyer. For further information contact Robert Russell at Tri-Vista Partners (480-704-4749).
08.09.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced August 9, 2006 that on August 1, 2006 an Order Summarily Suspending
Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against DAWN M. CALLAWAY (License No.
SA 511039000) of Scottsdale, Arizona.
Ms. Callaway failed to notify the Department of judgments and arbitration awards within ten days as required by A.A.C.
R4-28-301 (F) and R4-28-303 (D). Further, Ms. Callaway failed to respond to the Department in the course of an investigation or
audit by providing documents or written statements, in violation of A.R.S.§32-2153 (B) (11).
08.01.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today that on July 19, 2006 an Order Summarily Suspending Broker's
License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing were issued against TIMOTHY JOHN PARKER (Chandler, AZ).
The respondent was convicted in Superior Court, Yavapai County, State of Arizona of Forgery, a Class 4 Felony, in
violation of A.R.S. §13-2001,13-2002, 13-701, 13-702 and 13-801. Respondent was placed on unsupervised probation for three (3)
months and ordered to pay a fine of $500.00.
Respondent, by being convicted in a court of competent jurisdiction of Forgery, a Class 4 Felony, is not a person of
honesty, truthfulness and good character with the meaning of A.R.S. §32-2153 (B) (7).
Respondent disregarded or violated the provisions of Title 32, Chapter 20 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, and the
Commissioner's Rules, in violation of A.R.S. §32-2153 (A) (3).
The real estate broker's license numbers BR106366000 and SE106366000 of Timothy John Parker are summarily suspended.
08.01.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today that on June 16, 2006 an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson's
License and Notice of Right to Request Hearing was issued against ROBERT DAVID LEVISON.
On or about 1/13/2000, the respondent filed an original application in which he answered "no" to Question 2, Section B,
which asks: "Have you ever had any professional license or registration (including a real estate license) restricted, refused, denied,
suspended or revoked or have you voluntarily surrendered any license during the course of an investigation or disciplinary proceeding or
had an administrative order entered against you or any other disciplinary action taken against any license issued to you whether
reprimand, censure, fine or other penalty, by any state, federal, or other regulatory agency?"
The Department received certified copies of two Orders issued by the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners against the
respondent's license to practice dentistry in the State of Arizona. On two occasions, disciplinary actions were taken by the Dental
Board against the respondent. The respondent's license with the Dental Board expired on June 30, 2004. Respondent did not
disclose the Dental board actions to the Department as required.
On January 9, 2005, respondent, regarding a license renewal application, disclosed an arrest in Scottsdale, Arizona on
July 1, 2003 for DUI. Respondent pled guilty to DUI charges, served ten (10) days in jail and paid fines totaling $1,270.00.
Scottsdale City Court records indicate respondent was to enter an inpatient treatment program.
The Department subsequently learned respondent had been arrested for DUI and/or Extreme DUI in Scottsdale, Arizona on
May 19, 2005 and June 27, 2005 as well as an arrest in Scottsdale, Arizona on November 19, 2005 for disorderly conduct and being a danger
to himself and others. Respondent did not disclose these arrests to the Department in a timely manner as required. Charges
involving the June 27, 2005 arrest were dismissed.
The respondent failed to reply to the Consent Order offered by the Department. Grounds exist to summarily suspend
respondent's real estate salesperson's license under A.R.S. §32-2157 (B) based on Respondent's conduct.
07.21.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced 7/21/06 that an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson's License and
Notices of Right to Request Hearing was issued July 17, 2006 against WILLIAM MERVYN DOMINGUEZ, JR.
On or about May 4, 2005, Mr. Dominguez, Jr. was convicted of Theft, a Class 3 Felony, in Superior Court, Maricopa
County, State of Arizona. He was found in violation of A.R.S. §§13-1001, 1801, 1802, 610, 701, 702, 702.01 and 801. On or
about July 7, 2005, he was sentenced to one (1) year incarceration with work release furlough; five (5) years probation, and order to pay
restitution totaling $276,031.68. On or about July 18, 2005, he notified the Department in writing of the March 7, 2005 conviction
for Theft. He failed to notify the Department of the conviction within ten (10) days as required by A.A.C. R4-28-301 (F) and
R4-28-303 (D).
Respondent has committed acts in violation of A.R.S. §32-2153 (A)(3), (B)(2), (B)(5), (B)(7) and (B)(10); that the
Respondent has been convicted of a felony offense and is currently on probation for the conviction; and that summary action to suspend
Respondent's real estate salesperson's license is authorized under A.R.S. §32-2157(C).
07.06.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate and the AMC / Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will be facilitating a workshop on
"Sonora Public Registry & City Zoning in Mexico". The workshop is scheduled for July 27, 2006 at a cost of $35.00 from 8 am to Noon
at the Thunderbird/Garvin School of International Management, 15249 N. 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ. For further details contact: Robert
Russell at Tri-Vista Partners, 480-704-4749. Click here for the workshop
flyer.
The Arizona Department of Real Estate June Bulletin is now posted on the Department's website.
07.05.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today that effective June 28, 2006 an Order Summarily Suspending
Salesperson's License and Notice of Right to Request a Hearing was issued against JASON MONGEAU.
He failed to comply with the Order wherein he had been ordered to "abstain from the use of any and all alcohol..." which
he tested positive for on June 26, 2006.
The Department also announced that effective June 29, 2006 an Order Summarily Suspending Salesperson's License and
Notice of Right to Request a Hearing was issued against KLYE RICHARD RIEDY.
He failed to comply with the Order wherein he had been ordered to "abstain from the use of any and all alcohol..."
which he tested positive for on April 8, 2006.
06.20.06
The Educational Workshop on "Home Owners & CCR" scheduled for 6/29/06 at 8 am at the Thunderbird/Garvin School of
International Management is in regards to REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS IN SONORA, MEXICO. Please refer to prior Late Breaking News that
was sent out announcing the workshop faciliated by the ADRE and the Arizona-Mexico Commission / Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee.
06.20.06
Be advised that the workshop "Homeowners Association and CC&R" has been RESCHEDULED to 6/29/06. Everything else
remains the same: 8 am-Noon at Thunderbird/Garvin School of International Management, fee: $35.00.
For further info. contact Robert Russell @ 480-704-4749.
06.16.06
REMINDER! The Arizona Department of Real Estate in conjunction with the Arizona-Mexico Commission / Real Estate Ad
Hoc Committee is sponsoring a workshop on "Home Owners Association and CC&R" as it relates to Sonora, Mexico. The workshop is
scheduled from 8:00 am to Noon on June 22, 2006 at the Thunderbird/Garvin School of International Management, AT&T Auditorium /
Administration Building at 15249 N. 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ.
For registration and further information, please contact Robert Russell at (480) 704-4749.
05.22.06
Just a friendly reminder that the ADRE and the Arizona-Mexico Commission / Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will be
facilitating a workshop on May 25, 2006 at the Thunderbird/Garvin School of International Management, 15249 N. 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ
from 8 am to Noon. The topic is "An Introduction to Agrarian Law, Collateral Mortgages, and Loan Protection". Contact Dory @
480-314-1606 to register. Cost is $35.00. Click here for the workshop
flyer.
05.12.06
The Arizona Department of Real Estate announces that Governor Janet Napolitano appointed
Thomas J. Pancrazi on March 16, 2006 to the Real Estate Advisory Board. His term expires on
January 31, 2011. Mr. Pancrazi lives in Yuma, Arizona. He is a University of Arizona graduate
with a Bachelor of Science Degree, Real Estate. His experience includes two decades of experience
in commercial real estate from leasing retail and office space, development of industrial, retail and
office sites, to site selection for a regional shopping center. He has a Broker's license in both
Arizona and California.
05.12.06
ADRE announces that the following went into effect May 8, 2006:- All
applications for Subdivision Public Reports will be screened for satisfaction of the Minimum Filing Requirements
(compliance with Checklist requirements). Applications with a deficiency will not be accepted for
processing. If an application is found deficient, contact will be made with the applicant to retrieve
the file.
Click here
to view the Minimum Filing Requirements Checklist or visit ADRE's website at www.azre.gov.
04.26.06
In order to better serve you, the Arizona Department of Real Estate announced today that the
following changes will be occurring in the Licensing Division. Those changes are:
- The Department will continue to provide information and accept completed original applications
(without any disclosures) including hire form and process them. However, the key word here is
"completed"! This will mean having all the necessary forms, signatures and documents on
hand. These individuals will be issued a license on the spot.
- However, for those who have "disclosures" or are deficient in their application, the application
will be returned to the individual with a checklist, marked to show what is missing.
- Any application that has a "disclosure" may be left at the Department and staff will review it
later. Anyone bringing an application after 4 pm will be directed to leave it in the designated
"drop" box. There will be no exceptions.
- The number of staff at the front counter stations will be reduced so as to encourage licensees to
utilize the Online License Renewal System (OLRS). On-line kiosks will be available and a
Customer Service Representative will act as a Concierge to provide assistance and review the
application.
- If it is determined that the application is complete, the individuals will be given a number for
the Front Counter Customer Service or the person may leave the package in the "drop" box for
processing. The Department will NOT accept a hire form and fee on an original application
with DISCLOSURES, or a LATE-FILED RENEWAL WITH DISCLOSURE, unless and until the application is
approved.
The changes will be effective 5/1/06. These changes will allow the Department to focus its resources on
processing application in the order in which they are received. In addition, we feel that these changes will
provide better and more efficient service to its licensees!
04.19.06
Reminder: On April 27, 2006 (Thursday) the Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will be
facilitating a workshop that will address real life issues, cases and problem solving. There
will a panel of attorneys who do business in Mexico and the United States. The workshop will
be held from 8 am to noon at the Thunderbird/Garvin School of International Management, 15249 N.
59th Ave, Glendale, Arizona. The cost is $35 and you may register with Tri-Vista Partners
at 480-704-4749 (ask for Dory).
04.19.06
The following information was sent to the Department by K. Michelle Lind, Esq.,
General Counsel for AAR. We are sending this to all as an alert!
Officer Bob Cummins (5998) of the Phoenix Police Department (Phone: 602-495-5006
- Email: robert.cummins@phoenix.gov) contacted Ty Strout today about a real estate buyer scam on
which they have had several complaints. We have sent the information to the local associations
to warn members and I thought I would pass it along to you as well.
A group of people have hit several REALTORS® in Arizona as well as in New
Mexico. The scam is that one of them comes into a real estate office claiming to have an
investor who is looking to buy houses, land or businesses in the area. Most of the accounts
have been for large sums of money and multiple properties. The individual says that they are
on a tight time schedule and the deals must be completed quickly. After the REALTOR® has
spent their time doing all the required paperwork they later find out that the deals never go thru.
The scam individuals have done this to several large agencies in the state with the same results.
In some instances, they have requested hotel rooms and meals to be paid for by the REALTOR®.
They always claim to be related to the rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. Most of the time
they have other land or business deals going on so a REALTOR® can call the other agencies and it
appears as though they are legitimate. They also are able to have unknown persons fax over
paperwork showing they have a LLC company and are shareholders in that company.
If you need or have any additional information about this situation, please contact
Ty Strout or Officer Cummins.
K. Michelle Lind, Esq., General Counsel, Arizona Association of REALTOR®,
255 East Osborn Road, Suite 200, Phoenix, Arizona 85012 - Phone: 602-248-7787 Ext. 461 - Fax:
602-351-2474 - MichelleLind@AARonline.com
03.30.06
On August 16, 2005, ADRE issued an Order Summarily Suspending Broker's and Salesperson's Licenses and a Cease and Desist
Order to CARMEN CANTU and BETTY BARBEE.
This case was a joint investigation between the Attorney General and the Department. This case was of a predatory
agent (Carmen Cantu), his wife and broker (Betty Barbee), loan officer (FRANCISCO MARTINEZ) and escrow officer
(VICTORIA CERVANTES) working together to fraudulently obtain home loans by using false and forged
documents. Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Brian Hauser issued the sentences.
On March 27, 2006 Carmen Cantu was sentenced to five years of supervised probation, with
one year to be served in jail. He had previously pleaded guilty to fraud and forgery. Cantu
was also ordered to perform 200 hours of community service, to pay fines and restitution totaling $53,623
and to forfeit his