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December 14, 2015 :: IN THIS ISSUE

 

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FICONew House Bill Would End 'FICO Monopoly' at Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac
A bill introduced Thursday in the House of Representatives would enable Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to consider other credit-scoring models besides FICO. These other models would level the playing field for borrowers whose credit doesn't meet FICO's standards and make it easier for them to buy a home. Read more










calendarIt's MAR Fair Housing Calendar Time!
It's time for the Maryland Association of REALTORS�' (MAR) Annual Fair Housing Poster Contest submissions. This year's theme is Dreams Come True With Fair Housing. We need your help to reach out to Montgomery County schools/students (public, private, home school, church, after-care groups, or children centers) to get in their submissions. GCAAR winner Maya Bosse's poster is the 2016 Calendar cover! The deadline is February 22, 2016. Download the toolkit.

WCRWomen's Council of REALTORS� (WCR) Member Appreciation Holiday Event is Tuesday 
Join the Women's Council of REALTORS� (WCR) to celebrate its 25th Anniversary. Enjoy food, drinks and music. Presentation by special guest Lt. Governor- Boyd Rutherford. Stay for the live concert by The Sons of Serendip at 8:00 p.m.

Note location and time change: Tuesday, December 15 from 4:00 -7:00 p.m. at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club, 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD. Get details and register.

remodelingRemodeling Brings Satisfaction Says NAR Report
Homeowners and renters remodel, redesign, and restructure their home for a variety of reasons. This report takes a deep dive into the reasons for remodeling, the success of taking on projects, and the increased happiness found in the home once a project is completed. Read the report.

safetyREALTOR� Safety Resources: Smartphone Apps
Have a daily personal safety protocol in place that you use with every client, e.g. when meeting new clients, showing properties or sharing information online. Consider adding smartphone apps and safety products to your personal safety protocol.

CEEarly Bird Deals & CE Opportunities

Thursday, December 17

Maryland Code of Ethics and Predatory Lending, Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 12/15/15. 3 required credits MD, 3 elective credits DC. Superpass eligible. DC location

Reverse Mortgages, Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 12/16/15.1.5 elective credits MD & DC, 1 elective credit VA. Superpass eligible. Rockville location

Friday, December 18
Rental Property Management, Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 12/16/15. 3 elective credits MD & DC. DC location

Maryland Fair Housing, Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 12/16/15. 1.5 required credits MD, 1.5 elective credits DC. Superpass eligible. DC location

Monday, December 21
DC Legislative Update, Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 12/19/15. 3 required credits DC. Superpass eligible. Rockville location

MREC Agency - Residential, Time: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 12/19/15. 3 required credits MD, 3 elective credits DC. Superpass eligible. Rockville location
 

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