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July 28, 2014 :: IN THIS ISSUE



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boardThis Wednesday is the Last Day to Submit 2015 GCAAR Board of Directors Applications 

Serving on the GCAAR Board of Directors is a great way to make your voice heard and have a hand in the future of your association. If you're interested in making a difference submit your application today. The submission deadline is Wednesday, July 30.

    











       




       


SmokeyGCAAR Family Fun Day at Smokey Glen Farm August 12!

Enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends at GCAAR's first annual Family Fun Day at Smokey Glen Farm on Tuesday, August 12. Enjoy great picnic food, fun games, a live DJ, and more! Register your family today!

auctionREALTOR� Fest Silent Auction Raises Over $7400!

The GCAAR Cares Committee would like to thank everyone who supported the Silent Auction at REALTOR� Fest. This year's auction raised the highest amount to date - over $7,400!

RealAdvocacyReal Advocacy: Restoration of $500K to DC's Real Estate Guaranty & Education Fund

DC Council is set to restore $500,000 to DC's Real Estate Guaranty and Education Fund; Casey Anderson named as the new Chairman of the Montgomery Planning Board...get the details in Real Advocacy for REALTORS�, GCAAR's public policy brief.

zillowIt's Official: Zillow Will Own Trulia

Zillow announced today it will acquire Trulia. The two companies will remain separate entities, though real estate agents will be able to advertise on both sites. Read more.

millennialWashington Among Best Cities for Millennial Homebuyers

The National Association of REALTORS� says there are metropolitan areas where millennial homeownership is likely to grow in coming years. Washington, DC is one of those areas. Read more.

floodREALTORS� Commend FEMA for Effective Implementation of Flood Insurance Reforms

Congressional action and timely implementation of the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act relieved property owners of costly premium hikes and stabilized housing markets where flood insurance is required for a mortgage. Continue reading.

FacebookHow to Defy the Odds and Grow a Huge Facebook Community

Learn how to grow a huge organic following on Facebook using techniques you have likely never heard of. Listen to the podcast and find out how.

CEEarly Bird Deals & CE Opportunities

Working with Buyers, Event Date 8/4/14. Early Bird Deadline: Before 8/2/14. 3 hours elective MD, DC & VA. Rockville location. Superpass eligible.

203K, Event Date 8/4/14. Early Bird Deadline: Before 8/2/14. 3 hours elective MD, DC & VA. DC location. Superpass eligible.

Short Sales, Event Date 8/6/14. Early Bird Deadline: Before 8/4/14. 3 hours elective MD & DC. Rockville location.
Superpass eligible.

Condo Financing, Event Date 8/7/14. Early Bird Deadline: Before 8/5/14. 3 elective hours MD, DC & VA. Rockville location. Superpass eligible.

Homebuyer Financing, Event Date 8/7/14. Early Bird Deadline: Before 8/5/14. 1.5 hours elective MD & DC, 1 hour elective VA. Rockville location. Superpass eligible.

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Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS�
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301.590.2000 :: www.gcaar.com