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September 9, 2013 :: IN THIS ISSUE

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lienMayor Gray Announces Moratorium on Tax Liens

District Mayor Vincent Gray was outraged today to learn about an aggressive practice of recouping city tax debts that pushed hundreds of District landowners into foreclosure. Gray is going to introduce emergency legislation next week to put a moratorium on the practice. Read more.   

 
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YPNTurn Technology Into Real Estate Success: YPN Event September 12

Learn how some of today's top producers use technology to increase their productivity, efficiency, and success.  

 

When & Where: September 12, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Georgetown Library, 3260 R Street, NW, Washington, DC. RSVP here. Sponsored by GCAAR's Your Professional Network (YPN).     

emeritusStill Time to Submit Emeritus Applications

If you are a GCAAR member and have been licensed for at least 40 years, you may be eligible for Emeritus Status. If you are interested in applying, documentation must be submitted to GCAAR no later than Wednesday, September 18. Please contact Shawntori Cheeks for details. Click here for more information.   

WCRREALTOR� Safety Focus of Next WCR Meeting

The Greater Capital Area Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS� (GCA WCR) presents Montgomery County Police 4th District Community Services Officer Sharif Hidayat who will share valuable information on personal and professional safety measures. In addition Sarah Roth will discuss green design.   

 

When & Where: September 18, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Norbeck Country Club, 17200 Cashell Road, Rockville, MD. RSVP here.      

benefitsREALTOR Benefits� Partners Help You Stay Safe

Many REALTOR Benefits Partners have special programs, features, and tools designed to keep REALTORS� safer. Read more.

short-sellerFor Short-Sellers, Some Good News

Policy changes could open doors to home purchases this fall by people who were hard hit by the bust. Continue reading.

FHANew FHA Policies Push More Toward Private Mortgage Insurance

More borrowers are shying away from loans backed by the Federal Housing Administration due to policy changes the agency made earlier this year to shore up its capital reserves in an effort to avoid a taxpayer bailout. Read more

allianceAlliance Launches to Give Homeowners Lobbying Voice

America's Homeowner Alliance officially launched last week with the aim of representing the nation's 75 million current and aspiring homeowners. Read more.   

google10 Top Google Plus Tools for Digital Marketers

Google+ is the love child of search engines and social networks. What Google+ tools are you using? How effective is Google+ for your marketing? Discover 10 top Google+ tools now.      

advocacyReal Advocacy for REALTORS� - GCAAR's Public Policy Brief

What do YOU think about Montgomery County's zoning ideas or DC's lead laws? Read GCAAR's latest Legislative Update and weigh in.

CEEarly Bird Deals & CE Opportunities

 

Can't We All Get Along, Event Date: 9/18. 1.5 hours MD elective. Silver Spring location.

 

Reverse Mortgages, Event Date: 9/18. Early Bird before 9/16. 1.5 elective hours MD & DC. Silver Spring location.

 

Understanding the Role of Social Security in Financial Planning, Event Date: 9/20.  

Rental Property Management, Event Date: 9/23. Early Bird before 9/21. 3 elective hours MD, DC and VA. Silver Spring location. Superpass eligible. 

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