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Mid-Shore Board of REALTORS October 24, 2023 Newsletter
Fall Back Remember to turn your clocks back on Sunday, Nov. 5th |
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And as MSBR says goodbye to the 2022-2023 leadership this week, we will also welcome in the new 2023-2024 team at the awards and installation of officers event on Thursday.
If you have signed up for the Awards and Installation of Officers we'll see you on Thursday, October 26, 2023 11-noon Brunch & noon-1 pm Program
The Point at Pintail on 511 Pintail Point Farm Rd. in Queenstown |
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Burnett vs NAR Trial Update
Although this has been pending for some time, there has not been much to report, until now. The trial is now underway and the MSBR Leadership wanted to share this information with the members.
Many REALTORS have been following the trial, and the opening arguments began last week. The plaintiffs are well on their way to presenting their case in the Burnett trial. NAR wants members to know what resources they have to stay informed.
The plaintiffs contend that commission rates are too high, buyers agents are being paid too much, and that the Code of Ethics and MLS lead to price fixing. NAR fundamentally disagrees and intends to prove that that NAR's rules and the MLS marketplace benefits consumers.
Updates can be found at www.nar.realtor/competition-in-real-estate.
In addition to updates, you will also find the NAR position. This site provides anecdotes of real people who've had real experiences with REALTORS® and how local MLS broker marketplaces work. Traffic has been markedly up at the site and NAR encourages interested parties to keep looking there for quick facts, infographics, fact sheets, videos and other content they can refer to or distribute.
Check out realestatecommissionfacts.com, which is a good one-stop location to direct consumers or others for a better understanding about the basics of how compensation works.
Per NAR President Tracy Kasper: All these tools and information are great, but there's nothing more authentic and true to who you are as REALTORS® and all you do than the one-on-one experiences, connections and conversations each of you has with your clients where you can personally express your value as a REALTOR. I appreciate all that each of you and all of our members do to represent REALTORS® each day. We know how much and how hard we're working for our clients every day, and I know that shows through. |
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Keep up with the latest NAR News with the NEW NAR Mobile App
Streamline all the real estate information you need with the NEW NAR Mobile App.
NAR Mobile allows you to expertly navigate the real estate information that’s important to you. Up to date and ahead of the game—all while you’re on the go. Scan the QR code and download the app today |
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Amazing! The 11th and 12th Down Payment Grants Awarded
Because MSBR members did such a great job fundraising, there is still money to distribute.
The 11th Grant ~ Pictured Above is Mark Murphy - Direct Mortgage Loans Tempeest Jenkins - New Home Owner Calisha Colbert, Shore Living Real Estate, Buyers Agent
Below is the 12th Grant Distribution Pictured below is Lori McDonald- Eastern Shore Title Richie Wheatley - Bay Capital Mortgage Gwen Eskridge, Coldwell Banker Chesapeake, Buyers Agent Nancy Eastern Shore Title and New Home Owner Ashley Strazza
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Come for the CE Class UNDERSTANDING CREDIT Stay for TAX TIPS for REALTORS |
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CE, Lunch, & Tax Tips at no cost to members!
Thursday, November 2nd Mid-Shore Board of REALTORS 8615 Commerce Dr, Suite 2, Easton
10:00-11:30 Cliff Quinn from First Fidelity Mortgage will teach UNDERSTANDING CREDIT. Good for the new agent and a great refresher for ALL! 1.5 hours elective CE
11:30-12:00 Join your fellow MSBR members for Pizza
12:00-1:00 You Deducted What?! Chuck Ireland from Accounting Strategies Group offers TAX TIPS FOR REALTORS. Make sure you are taking all of your deductions!
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SAVE the DATE
Holiday Party on Friday December 1, 2023
Sip & Shop with MSBR 5:30pm-7:30pm
Music, Food, Beverages, Shopping, Gift Wrapping, and of course a fun time!
We will be collecting Toiletries for His Hope Ministries. They help families, individuals, youth, and elderly fight homelessness, hunger, and potential homelessness.
Needed: soap, shampoo, feminine products, deodorant, toothpaste and brushes and other such items.
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Are you using the current Contracts?
Make sure you have the current October 1st forms changes and additions. Pick up the latest Maryland REALTOR magazine and go to the STATEWIDE FORMS article on page 18. Also, there is a recording of a webinar that was lead by Taylor Kitzmiller and Kathleen Dartez at Maryland REALTORS in September. Check it out! |
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Flood Insurance Rate Map Zone Information
Talbot County residences who live in mapped “Special Flood Hazard Areas” or SFHA can receive a 15% discount on their National Flood Insurance Premiums each year. This discount offers a 5% discount if the home is outside the SFHA.
As a public service, Talbot County Department of Planning and Zoning will provide you with the following information upon request:
There is no charge for this service. If you would like to make an inquiry, give them the street address and, if known, the subdivision, tax map, parcel, lot and block number. Call (410) 770-8030 or drop by the office at 215 Bay Street, Suite 2 in Easton, MD. You may also find additional information on the interactive land use and flood risk maps available at: http://www.talbotcountymd.gov/index.php?page=gis-maps
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October-December 2023 classes and events
Visit www.midshoreboardofrealtors.com to see the full events calendar and to register on-line
Can't make the MSBR Classes? Take classes with the CE Shop. There is a charge but the classes are available to you 24/7
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Click this link to check what credits you need and what you have earned according to the Real Estate Commission |
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Member Volunteer and Notice Section
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