New MAR Forms Available

On Monday, September 23, the revised MAR Residential Contract of Sale and addenda were posted on the MAR website. Forms vendors will upload the documents to forms libraries on October 1. Review the summary of form revisions and practice tips. 

10 Years of Empowering REALTORS® to Stay Safe

REALTOR® Safety Month turns 10 this year! Honor the anniversary with these four vital tips.

Visit Over 50 Solar-Powered and Green Homes October 5 - 6

Attention all homeowners, green advocates, and smart investors! The 23rd Annual Metropolitan Washington, DC Tour of Solar & Green Homes will be October 5 and 6 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. View more than 50 energy-efficient homes throughout DC, Maryland and Virginia. Get your "passport" or tour guide for $5 at MOM's Organic Markets or download the guide for free.

Real Advocacy for REALTORS®

DC tax liens, new Maryland refinance law, Purple Line update...get the facts in the latest issue of GCAAR's Public Policy Brief.

Part-Time Income isn't Counted for People Seeking Mortgages

Though part-time earnings play an increasingly important role in the post-recession American economy, part-time income may not count when buying a home. Learn more.

HUD Delays Short Sale Agency Proposal

An FHA policy to prohibit dual agency in short sales and other pre-foreclosure transactions has been delayed at NAR's request to allow federal officials to address industry concerns. The policy was slated to begin on October 1 and would have restricted agents from a single real estate brokerage from working on the listing and selling sides of a transaction that requires FHA approval. Read the details.

Building a Sustainable Social Media Marketing Plan

Do you have a social media plan? Are you wondering how to build a social media strategy for your business? Learn about the importance of a social media strategy.

Early Bird Deals & CE Opportunities

Maryland Code of Ethics & Predatory Lending, Event Date: 10/4. Early Bird Deadline: Before 10/1, 3 required credit hours MD, and DC elective. Silver Spring location. Superpass eligible.

Buyer Beware: Foreclosed and Neglected Properties, Event Date: 10/11. Early Bird Deadline: Before 10/9, 3 elective hours MD, DC, & VA. Silver Spring location. Superpass eligible.

Red Flags in Property Inspections, Event Date: 10/11. Early Bird Deadline: Before 10/9, 3 elective hours MD & DC. Silver Spring location. Superpass eligible.

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