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November 16, 2015 :: IN THIS ISSUE

 

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RealEstateIssuesThe Top 10 Issues Affecting Real Estate
View this video on some of the issues changing the landscape of today's real estate market from NAR (National Association Of REALTORS®) Conference Live.  











g_feeStop the Transportation Tax: Call For Action Extended 
Please urge your Member of Congress NOT to place an unnecessary, long-term burden on American homeowners with a new Transportation Tax. For more details before taking action continue reading.

boardslateShape GCAAR's Leadership - Vote Today
Be a part of shaping the leadership of your association and vote for the 2016 GCAAR Board of Directors. Voting ends at midnight, Friday, November 27, 2015. View the Board slate and vote!

annualmeetingCelebrating You, Our Members - December 1  
Every year GCAAR installs a new group of leaders at its annual meeting. Please be our guest as we welcome our 2016 Board of Directors and celebrate you, our members!

Where & When: Tuesday, December 1, 2015, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m., Lakewood Country Club, 13901 Glen Mill Road, Rockville, MD. Register here.
 
YPNYPN Tacky Sweater Holiday Party December 3
Don't miss YPN's Tacky Sweater Holiday Party! Show off your BEST (worst) tacky holiday sweater and enter the "best" sweater contest. Bring a sweater or coat to donate to Martha's Table. Music, fun, networking, and complimentary appetizers. Cash bar.

Where & When: Thursday, December 3, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Paladar Latin Kitchen, 11333 Woodglen Drive, Rockville, MD. Register here.

WCRWomen's Council of REALTORS® (WCR) Installation and Meeting This Wednesday
Join the Women's Council of REALTORS® (Greater Capital Area Chapter) on November 18 at its breakfast meeting for the installation of the 2016 officers, and hear featured speaker, former IRS Agent Stephen Bradford on Avoiding an Audit and Business Structures- LLC's, S-Corp, C-Corp and More.

When & Where: Wednesday, November 18, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m., Norbeck Country Club, 17200 Cashell Road, Rockville, MD. Register here.
 
payduesGCAAR Does NOT Automatically Deduct Payment - Submit Dues Payment by Nov. 30
2016 GCAAR Annual Dues invoices are posted on www.gcaar.com. The due date is Monday, November 30, 2015. As of December 1, 2015, all outstanding accounts will be assessed a $25 late fee.

Unlike MRIS, GCAAR does not keep account information on file; one must submit payment each billing cycle. Payment options include:
  1. Pay online at www.gcaar.com.
  2. Fax a credit card payment to 301.296.2188 (please include a contact phone number).
  3. Pay in person at either of our locations (Rockville or Washington, DC).
  4. Mail payment to our Rockville office at 15201 Diamondback Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850.

GCAAR does not accept payment over the phone.  

 

For billing inquiries, please contact our Accounting Department at 301.590.8781 or [email protected]. We thank you for your continued support!
FannieMaeCreditworthy Buyers Get Extra Flexibility From Fannie Mae
On December 12, Fannie Mae's new HomeReady program goes live. Its goal is to help creditworthy buyers who need extra flexibility on debt-to-income ratios, down-payment cash, and the sources of the funds they intend to use for ongoing monthly payments to qualify for a mortgage. Continue reading.

safetyReal Estate, Safety, and You
Share this video with clients to educate them about the safety protocols they may encounter when working with a REALTOR®.

calendarFour Tools to Build a Social Media Content Calendar
Keep track of your social media content by building a social media content calendar. Read more
CE Early Bird Deals & CE Opportunities

Thursday, November 19

GCAAR @ NVAR: Maryland Code of Ethics and Predatory Lending, Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 11/17/15. 3 required credits MD, 3 elective credits DC. Superpass eligible. NVAR Fairfax, VA location

Friday, November 20
Renovation and Construction Financing, Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 11/18/15. 3 elective credits MD, DC & VA. Rockville location

Comparison Between GCAAR and MAR Contracts Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 11/18/15. 1.5 elective credit hours MD. Superpass eligible. Rockville location

Monday, November 30
Virginia Legal Update (with Flood Content), Time: 11:00 a.m. - Noon. Early Bird Deadline: Before 11/28/15. 1 required credit VA, 1 elective credit DC. Superpass eligible. Rockville location

Financing Issues/Update, Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Early Bird Deadline: Before 11/28/15. 3 required credits DC, 3 elective credits MD & VA. Special Early Bird Member Pricing of $10. Rockville location

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Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS®
15201 Diamondback Drive, Suite 100 :: Rockville, MD 20850
301.590.2000 :: www.gcaar.com