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MSBR Newsletter June 10, 2025 Homeownership Month: June is National Homeownership Month, when REALTORS raise awareness about the benefits of owning a home and the importance of making homeownership more attainable for all Americans.
June is also PRIDE MONTH and African American Music Appreciation & lets not forget about Father's Day: On June 15th, honoring fathers and father figures. and
Juneteenth: On June 19th, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. |
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Boots, Brews and Boogie Down Payment Fundraiser brought in 5 more Grants or $5,215.77 |
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50/50 Winner was: Susie Hayward Best Western Outfit went to: Elbert Green Eddie Hitt was the D.J. Line Dancing by Dormaim Green Great Time, Perfect Weather and a really Fun Event |
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Much Appreciation to Sarah & Nikki at Ten Eyck Brewery in Queenstown for providing the Awesome venue and food.
Couldn't make the event but want to contribute?
Thank You Fabulous Sponsors $1,000 Channel Marker Mortgage & Jackie Northrop with First Home Mortgage
$500 Realty Navigator Mary Branham with Venture Title Tammy Andrews with Shore United Bank Sheila Washburn
$250 Andy Beaven with Wright Real Estate Kari Anderson with Oceans Lending Samantha Grimes Chesapeake Real Estate Associates Lori McDonald with Eastern Shore Title Co. Tom Draper with First Home Mortgage |
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As a direct result of REALTOR advocacy efforts, the State Archives will be withdrawing this .20/page proposal. This Advocacy efforts (RPAC) saved you hundreds of dollars!
Maryland Archives has put on hold the .20 charge per page to view or print land records. OUR RPAC/Advocacy stopped this!
In March, the Maryland Archives alerted users of the Land Records system (MDLandRec.net) that a new user fee of $0.20/page would be implemented to coincide with the launch of a new records database.
Since the fee announcement, Maryland REALTORS® has partnered with other members of the real estate industry to explain its negative impacts and stop its implementation. You can read the coalition’s full policy analysis below.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Does your license renew on or after Oct 1 2025? If so, this is for YOU. Effective October 1, 2025 the requirements for the Fair Housing credits are changing to 2.0 hours.
There is NOTHING in the law that allows licensees who have already completed their current 1.5 hours to be grandfathered even though their license might not renew until after October1, 2025. In other words, they will BE REQUIRED to have 2.0 hours of Fair Housing if they renew on or after October 1, 2025. MSBR knew this was happening so we have only been offering the 2.0 hour version.
One suggestion to licensees that don't have 2.0 hours of Fair Housing is that they renew their license within the 60 day window prior to their October expiration date as the Real Estate system will still accept the 1.5 hours of Fair Housing up until September 30, 2025.
The Commission will be sending out an email blast to all licensees advising them of the requirement for 2.0 hours for anyone whose license expires after September 30, 2025.
Please visit the Maryland Department of Labor's website to view your CE status
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REALTORS-Support the affiliates who support You
Thank you, Affiliates for teaching continuing education classes, hosting Lunch & Learns, networking events, sponsoring fundraisers and the annual installation.
If you are using someone NOT on this list, please encourage them to be a part of the MSBR team. MSBR will highlight all Affiliate members |
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Law Firms Veronica Wainwright McAllister, DeTar et al (443)496-3578
Pest Control Randy Arnesen Termite & Pest Control 410-820-8774
Real Estate Staging and Design Diana Albers Superior Staging & Redesign, L (410) 708-5209 |
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Muddy Boots Tour for REALTORS Monday, June 23rd 11am-1pm
Muddy Boots Tour for Realtors - Event Registration
Exclusive tour of the D.R. Horton community at 8749 Harper Way in Easton Hosted by Brett Black and Dan Kaufmann
The tour will be held at 8749 Harper Way, Easton, MD 21601 from 11am-1pm
This is an exclusive tour of the community designed for REALTORS. This sneak peek offers the opportunity to explore the area and get questions answered ahead of the official sales launch in July. You can review floorplans, see the community map, see estimated pricing, learn about the home delivery times, REALTOR compensation, the offer/contracting process, and walk through the community.
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C2EX Focuses on 11 areas of Industry Professionalism and leads to an Endorsement from NAR.
Check it out and get your endorsement
You can access C2EX, NAR’s innovative professional endorsement program, as a mobile app—anywhere, anytime—along with a digital coach who assists and motivates you on your endorsement journey. With the flexibility to create a development plan tailored to your schedule, you gain access to handy, concise content that fits seamlessly into your day-to-day tasks. The C2EX program’s digital coach helps you prioritize topics best suited to your individual growth. Throughout your journey, your digital coach offers ongoing guidance, tips, and point-of-need support. Plus, the C2EX app guides you to Real Life Experiences that provide vital opportunities to apply your expertise in the real world. |
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Thank You Julie Stevenson, Broker with Shore Living Real Estate for leading the ChatGPT 3.0 session. One of many professional development sessions offered free to MSBR members. |
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Maryland REALTORS invites you for a day of information and networking.
MSBR DEI members are going- want to carpool with us? If so, e-mail debbie@msbrmd.com |
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The powerful event is free to all members. Community Canvas: Creating Thriving Connections RegistrationSchedule of events: 10:00 AM Registration Opens – 10:30 AM Welcome Remarks 10:45 AM Keynote: Leah Rothstein, author, Just Action 11:45 AM Lunch 12:45 PM Panel discussion – Serving Clients with Different Abilities 1:45 PM BREAK 2:00PM Panel discussion – Serving All Communities 3:15 PM Closing Remarks 3:30 PM Networking Event
Brought to you by the Maryland REALTORS®’ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Group, this all-day event offers a dynamic platform for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding and implementation of DEI principles in both their professional and personal lives, and to advance the building of more inclusive communities.
The Merriweather Lakehouse Hotel 10209 Wincopin Circle ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Save the DATE! MSBR DEI Committee hosting the Bias Override 3-hour CE class on September 25th 1:30-4:30pm |
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The National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors Decisions
NO INCREASE in NAR Dues in 2026.
Hate Speech Clarification
Read the revised Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
NAR ends separation of MLS, non-MLS listings
FYI Only- BRIGHT MLS has permitted commingling property data on IDX-licensed websites for more than a year.
NAR membership remains strong As business owners in a rapidly evolving industry, real estate professionals continue to recognize the value that being a REALTOR® offers. NAR Treasurer Craig Sanford reported at the National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors meeting Thursday that membership stands above 1.45 million and well ahead of the association's forecast for 2025 |
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NOW ACCEPTING Applications for Maryland Realtor Committees Deadline to Apply: June 26th, 2025
Volunteer contributions make it possible for Maryland REALTORS® to fulfill our mission and advance the REALTOR® profession. We are seeking dedicated members to serve on our next committee year (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026).
Why Volunteer? Volunteering is a great way to get rewarding personal and professional development experiences. Not only does committee volunteering help with leadership skills, it allows for networking and widening your understanding of the industry. Please consider what you can offer to Maryland REALTORS® to help influence change and improvements in the REALTOR® profession.
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NEW CE Class as Recommended by the MSBR Education Committee False Claims-Real Consequences of Homeowners Insurance Fraud (in person on 6/12/2025 at MSBR)
NAR had an expert panel address insurance cost concerns at their DC Conference. Join Cassie Werner, Homeowners Insurance Agent with Donius Patterson Insurance and hear what s causing this and how you can help your clients.
The issue of rising insurance costs took center stage at the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings in Washington, D.C. where experts shared a clear message: Insurance issues are increasingly complicating real estate transactions—often at the last minute—and are affecting both closings and client confidence. |
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Are Agents Ready for New Appraisal Forms?
For a long time, appraisals for mortgage transactions have been reported in the same way—via a form designed for a typewriter. Often, there isn’t enough space for the appraiser to provide all relevant information. Beginning in September 2025, this will change. Find out how you can work with appraisers to adapt. |
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MSBR Continuing Education June - August 2025 Please visit the Maryland Department of Labor's website to view your CE status and |
Online CE for the Newly Licensed
Newly Licensed CE Renewal classes ONLINE for FREE. All 15 required hours.
Not Newly licensed? Then these classes count as an elective.
Course Offerings:
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Couldn't make the CE Classes? MSBR partners with The CE Shop. Education on your time with a MSBR discount.
CE Shop Classes available 24/7
June 30% Discount Code: CART30 |
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We understand that the ability to attend CE classes virtually is highly valued by our members, and we’re proud to offer this convenience at no cost through MSBR. However, we kindly remind you that certain rules must be followed to ensure a smooth and productive experience for everyone.
To keep the class on track, we will mute participants, and we ask that all questions for the instructor be submitted via the chat box. With over 100 attendees in some sessions, these guidelines help ensure everyone benefits fully from the class. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding! |
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Next Newsletter is June 24, 2025
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