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 For Further Information Contact: Ann Bleck, 312/329-8379 ableck@realtors.org SentriLock, 866-736-2322 sales@sentrilock.com MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS® SELECTS SENTRILOCK REALTOR® LOCKBOXES “Mainstreet's leadership spent a great deal of time on diligently researching electronic lockbox systems. Clearly, SentriLock was the best choice we could make for our members as we look towards the future," stated Dean Rouso, President of MORe. The development of the REALTOR® Lockbox was based on the features most requested by REALTORS®, including an integrated and illuminated keypad, an extra large front opening key compartment, optional cardless entry, homeowner do not disturb, call before showing, variable showing hours, and a convenient credit card sized SentriCard® that also serves as the electronic “key” for the lockbox. SentriLock's system is Web based so all lockbox settings and showing information are easily accessible from any Internet connected PC. The SentriCard® smart card is an ISO 7816 compliant smart card. Unlike their credit card counterparts, smart cards utilize an embedded "chip" that contains the security data for the lockbox system. This chip is immune to magnetic fields and employs tamper detection logic and circuitry. These high security devices use 128 bit encryption technology, ensuring the cards cannot be copied or altered by unauthorized means. “In addition to the ease of use and functionality of the lockbox system for agents, we were impressed with the one-day code feature that will allow a non-SentriLock user to have access to the lockbox when given the code by the listing agent,” said Pam Krieter, CEO of MORe. “Also, from the board’s or association’s perspective, the system is easy to administer”, added Krieter. The Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS® acquisition represents the first major entry into the Chicago market for SentriLock. “SentriLock is excited to enter the Chicago market with such a formidable REALTOR® organization partner as The Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS®,” said Scott Fisher, President and CEO of SentriLock. “The confidence that Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS® has placed in SentriLock underscores their commitment to providing exceptional product value and outstanding customer service to their membership,” said Fisher. About Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS® The Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS® (also known as MORe) is a 14,000+ member not-for-profit trade association that serves real estate professionals throughout South and West Suburban Chicagoland. MORe is the second largest REALTOR® member organization in Illinois and the fifth largest in the nation. About SentriLock, LLC SentriLock, LLC, which is majority owned by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, was founded in August of 2003. SentriLock now has more than 130 REALTOR® Associations signed up to use the REALTOR® Lockbox system representing approximately 115,000 agents and more than 300,000 lockboxes. SentriLock lockboxes, SentriCards® and card readers are purchased outright or through financing by the Association or MLSs under contract with SentriLock. There are no subscriptions or leases between SentriLock and association members. To obtain more detailed information about the REALTOR® Lockbox system, please contact a SentriLock sales representative toll free at 1-866-736-2322 or visit their website www.sentrilock.com. About NAR’s REALTOR BenefitsSM Program SentriLock is an NAR REALTOR BenefitsSM Program partner. NAR members enjoy the benefits of NAR’s REALTOR BenefitsSM Program which offers them practical solutions for their business and personal lives on the publications, products and services they use every day. The program includes offerings from more than 30 companies recognized as leaders in their respective industries and more than 100 publications and products designed to educate real estate professionals and their clients on topics ranging from legal issues and risk management to business development and marketing. About the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, “The Voice for Real Estate,” is America’s largest trade association, representing more than 1.3 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries. # # # Information about NAR is available at http://www.realtor.org |  | |
