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August 31, 2015 :: IN THIS ISSUE

 

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homebuyersWhat Homebuyers Inside and Outside the Beltway Want

The Washington region's booming residential real estate market is driving a lot of changes within the D.C. metro housing market. Discover who's moving both inside and outside the Beltway and why. 

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holidayGCAAR Office and Store Hours for Labor Day Holiday

GCAAR's Rockville and DC offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. In addition, the GCAAR office and store located on Diamondback Drive also will be closed on Saturday, September 6. GCAAR wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

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StoreSaleSeptember In-Store Sale

For REALTORŪ Safety Month the following products will be on sale at GCAAR's Rockville and DC locations:   

  • All Pepper Spray - over 25% off - Sale Price $4.50 (Original Price $6.50)
  • 7-in-1 Survival Whistle - over 25% off - Sale Price $3.50 (Original Price $4.95)
  • LED Flashlight Nugget - over 25% off - Sale Price $3.25 (Original Price $4.50)
  • REALTORŪ Flashlight - over 50% off - Sale Price $5.25 (Original Price $10.95)
  • Kubaton Key Ring - over 50% off - Sale Price $2.75 (Original Price $5.95)
  • Defensive Key Chain - over 50% off - Sale Price $3.25 (Original Price $6.95)

(While supplies last. Sale ends September 30, 2015.) Can't make it into our store during the week? Our Rockville store is open most Saturdays (except holiday weekends) from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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dues2016 GCAAR Annual Dues Billing

SAVE THE DATE: 2016 GCAAR Annual Dues Billing will be posted online at www.gcaar.com on October 1, 2015. The due date will be Monday, November 30, 2015. GCAAR does not mail invoices. To request a hardcopy invoice, please email membershiprecords@gcaar.com. For billing inquiries, please call our Accounting Department at 301.590.8781.

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NatsGCAAR Night With the Nats - September 21

It's the Battle of the Beltway, September 21 as the Washington Nationals meet the Baltimore Orioles! Join your fellow REALTORSŪ for a fun night of networking, good eats, and a great game of baseball under the lights at Nats Park! This event is for GCAAR REALTORŪ Members Only.  

 

When & Where: Monday, September 21, Nationals Park, 1500 S. Capitol Street, SE. Cost $25. Sign up today.

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SalesContractUpdated Sales Contract and Forms - Are You Prepared?

Starting October 1, 2015, GCAAR and DCAR members will use a new sales contract which will replace the current Regional Sales Contract. Earnest Money Deposits and redefined Down Payments are just two of the sections which have been modified in the new Sales Contract package.  

 

Make sure you have a working understanding of the new contract package and all of its changes after October 1. Take one of GCAAR's Updated Sales & Contract sessions at a time and location convenient to you. Sign up today.

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WebinarsREALTORŪ Safety Webinars September 9

September is REALTORŪ Safety Month. You'll want to take advantage of four webinars presented by five noted safety experts. Register now to learn valuable tips to keep you safe.

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FirstHow to Feed the First-Time Buyer Pipeline

New agents who'd like make income immediately, or experienced agents who are looking for new sources of clients may want to consider tenant representation. Read why

 

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FreddieFreddie Mac's Diagnosis: Housing Markets Are in Stable Condition

GSE's Multi-Indicator Market Index shows more than half of all states are doing better than they have since 2008. Read more

 

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CEEarly Bird Deals & CE Opportunities  

Updated Sales Contract and Forms, Event Date 9/3/15.Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 9/1/15. No CE. Rockville location

Maryland Fair Housing, Event Date 9/9/15. Time: 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 9/7/15. 1.5 required credits MD, 1.5 elective credits DC. Superpass eligible. Rockville location

Updated Sales Contract and Forms, Event Date 9/9/15. Time: 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 9/7/15. No CE. Rockville location

Updated Sales Contract and Forms, Event Date 9/10/15. Time: 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 9/8/15. No CE. DC location

Environmental Issues, Event Date 9/10/15. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 9/8/15. 3 elective credits MD, DC & VA. Superpass eligible. Rockville location

Going Green, Event Date 9/10/15. Time: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 9/8/15. 3 elective credits MD, DC & VA. Superpass eligible. Rockville location

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