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March 4, 2013 :: IN THIS ISSUE

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headlineHome Buyers Go Extra Mile to Find Sellers

Like many desperate house hunters in popular District neighborhoods, home buyers are experiencing their share of disappointment when several properties that seemed ideal to them were snatched up by someone else in bidding wars. Read more.

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weatherInclement Weather Policy

Due to the possibility of snow on Wednesday, March 6, please be aware of GCAAR's inclement weather policy. If Montgomery County schools are closed, all GCAAR classes will be cancelled.  If the schools are on a delayed opening schedule, GCAAR morning classes will begin at 10 o'clock.  Afternoon classes will be held as scheduled. GCAAR will gladly refund your registration fee if you are unable to attend a scheduled class due to extreme weather conditions. If you are concerned an event might be cancelled, please contact GCAAR's main line at 301-590-2000 for any updates or go to www.gcaar.com.  

YPNYPN Happy Hour Comes to Bethesda!

Join us for our next Your Professional Network (YPN) Happy Hour at 4935 Bar & Kitchen. Complimentary appetizers are included and a cash bar will be available.   

 

When & Where: Wednesday, March 6, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.,  4935 Bar & Kitchen, 4935 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD.  

   

Cost: Complimentary but you must RSVP.

nothingHow to Make Sales When There's Nothing to Buy!

Learn techniques for expanding markets and maybe finding that one house the buyer is searching for. This event is presented by the Rookie Committee.  

 

When and Where: Wednesday, March 13, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m., GCAAR Conference Center Classroom, 8757 Georgia Avenue, Suite 600, Silver Spring, MD. Cost: Free. Register now.

nesteggHow to Hatch Your Social Security Nest Egg

Back by popular demand! Understanding the Role of Social Security in Financial Planning will be held Friday, March 22, 2013.
   

Choose a location:

Register for 1:30p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Rockville

 

photosAgent Photos: Slots Available in Silver Spring Only!

Make a memorable first impression with a professional corporate photograph by Agent Photos Online. Sessions are available on:

  • Tuesday, March 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. (45 min. increments) at GCAAR, 8757 Georgia Avenue, Suite 600, Silver Spring, MD 20910  
Contact Zenia Miller at 1-877-774-4720 or via email at [email protected] for pricing and to schedule your photography session.

NARNAR 2013 Legislative and Regulatory Priorities

NAR has released its summary of legislative and regulatory priorities for 2013. Key issues include homeownership and real estate tax policy, as well as credit and lending policy. See how NAR will be advocating on your behalf in the halls of Congress.

zoningUpdate: Montgomery County Zoning Rewrite 

On Thursday, March 7 at 7:00 p.m., the Montgomery Planning Board will hold a public session to hear testimony about the proposed zone implementation. The staff report explains the implementation and includes information about:  

  • Existing zoning acreage  
  • Comparison fact sheets 
  • Parking requirements 
  • Site plan requirements 

Please send any feedback to [email protected].

conductLearn the Pathway to Professional Conduct

NAR created this 10-minute video entitled "A Pathway to Professional Conduct: Respect Starts Here" to ensure that all members are versed on how to conduct themselves professionally in all parts of the business. Check out the video.

neighborNominate a Good Neighbor in Your Community

REALTOR� Magazine is seeking nominees for the 14th annual Good Neighbor Awards, which recognize REALTORS� who impact their communities through volunteer work. Volunteer work might include affordable housing initiatives, youth mentoring, homelessness prevention, or anything else that makes a community a better place to live. Entries must be received by May 20, 2013. Nominate here.   

RT2013Rebuilding Together is Saturday, April 27

GCAAR is a proud sponsor of Rebuilding Together! Mark your calendars and join our Community Service Committee (GCAAR Cares) on Saturday, April 27 to rebuild a home in Montgomery County, MD. Registration is now open for volunteer opportunities.

dreamDream Makers Helps Military Families Afford Their First Home

A growing number of service members and veterans bought their first home with the help of PenFed Foundation's Dream Makers program. The program is funded by private donations from individuals and corporations, and awarded its first grant in 2007. Last year, the PenFed Foundation program awarded 168 grants for a total of $823,000. Learn more.

crimesTop 10 Photographic 'Crimes' to Avoid

Some real estate agents take snapshots to document homes for sale as if to say, "This home has a dining room." What agent photographs should be marketing is the dining room as a great space to spend time dining with friends and family. Avoid these ten photographic 'crimes'.   

robosigning'Robosigning' Victims to Be Compensated

Homeowners who faced a wrongful foreclosure will receive compensation from lenders in amounts ranging from a few hundred dollars up to $125,000 beginning in April. Continue reading.

CEopportunitiesEarly Bird Deals & CE Opportunities

 

Rockville:

Working with Investors, Event Date: 3/8. Early Bird Deadline: Before 3/6. 1.5 hours MD elective.  

 

Reverse Mortgages, Event Date: 3/8. Early Bird Deadline: Before 3/6. 1.5 hours MD & DC elective.    

 

Short Sales, Event Date: 3/14. Early Bird Deadline: Before 3/12. 3 elective hours MD, VA & DC.     

 

MREC Required Supervision Course, Event Date: 3/14. Early Bird Deadline: Before 3/12. 3 hours MD required & DC elective. SuperPass eligible    

 

Silver Spring: 

Virginia Residential Standard Agency, Event Date: 3/25. Early Bird Deadline: Before 3/23. 3 hours VA required. SuperPass eligible    

 

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