February | 2025

Newsletter

 

President's Message

 

As we enter an exciting new year, I’m thrilled to share that our 1st Annual BAAR Conference is just around the corner! This event promises to be a cornerstone moment for our association, offering valuable Continuing Education (CE) classes, celebrating our award winners, and a chance to network with peers and industry experts. We’re gearing up for a day full of learning, collaboration, and inspiration.

 

We’re also incredibly grateful to our affiliates who have supported us in making this event possible. Your partnership and commitment to our association are invaluable, and we couldn’t do this without you. Thank you for being such an integral part of our success.

 

I look forward to seeing you all at the conference, and I’m excited for what we can achieve together this year!


Janice Hariadi, BAAR President

 

Thank you to our Ignite Sponsors and Affiliates.  We could not make this possible without

your support.

 

2025 IGNITE EXTRAVAGANZA.

February 10, 2025  10am - 4:30pm.

 

 

    Welcome Our Newest Members!    

Karen Saunders, Long and Foster Real Estate 

Jim Shacochis, Huntsman Termite and Pest Control 

Christina McGuinness, Bright MLS

Paisios Abashidze, Long and Foster Real Estate 

Rhonda Crowe, Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Company

Rachael Acevedo, Frame House

Zach Thomas, Total Home Performance

Maryland Realtors

Jason Walters, Master Kleen

Brittany Smith, M&T Bank

Stephen O'Connor, M&T Bank 

Paisios Abashidze, Long and Foster Real Estate

Brenda Andrew,  USA Mortgage

Sandra Gendleman, Long and Foster Real Estate 

 

 

New BAAR Members!

Check out our Membership Directory via our Info-Hub to make sure all of your contact information is up to date. We encourage ALL Members to upload a current picture of themselves.  Don't forget to check our Education Calendar and sign up for New Member Orientation & Ethics

 
 

 

 

Maryland Realtors Housing Statistics

"The monthly housing statistics are presented as reported by Bright  MLS. The “Units” category represents sales settled in that month. The “Pending Units” category includes units currently under contract, which will settle in the future. “Active Inventory” includes units that remain on the market...."   

Click here to learn more.

 
 

Bright - MLS Research Commentary 

January 2025 - Mortgage Rates 1/30/25

Click here to learn more.

 

2025 Realtors Legislative Meetings 

Washington, DC - May 31 - June 5, 2025

 
 

 

2025 LOBBY DAY

 

Wednesday, February 12th

 

 

 
 

SAVE THE DATE!

SENIOR SUMMIT

Friday May 16th, 2025 - 9 am - 2 pm

 

Last year’s event was a huge success. We had over 400 people attend the Summit with 70 vendors onsite.

Registration will be first come, first serve.  Please feel free to send me your registration form via email (seniorsummit@qac.org) while you wait for payment/COI. 

 

 
 

NAR Housing Forecast

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun Forecasts 9% Increase in Home Sales for 2025 and 13% for 2026, with Mortgage Rates Stabilizing Near 6%

Click here to read more.

 

SAVE THE DATE!

2025 Legislative Session Wrap-Up

April 24, 2025, 9am

 
 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The BAAR Continuing Education Calendar has everything you need to fulfill your biannual renewal needs! We offer in person classes at the BAAR Office, The People's Bank in Chestertown, and The Sheriff's Office in Centreville.

You can also take CE classes on-line thru TheCEShop.com

Unsure of what classes you've taken? Check the CE Verification page at DLLR.

Upcoming Classes...

 How to make the appraisal process work (F) 1.5 Hours
February 10th 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Well and Septic Systems (F) 1.5 Hours
February 10th 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM 
The Basics of Home Mortgages (F) 1.5 Hours
February 10th 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM 
Realtor Safety (F) 1.5 Hours
February 10th 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM 
 Prospecting with Bright MLS Public Records - No CE Credits
February 12th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM via Zoom 
Manage and Collaborate with Buyers - No CE Credits
February 12th 1:00 AM - 2:00 PM via Zoom 
Finance Bootcamp (F/O) 1.5 Hours
February 18th 10:00 AM - 11:30 PM In-Person Class
Wood Destroying Insect Inspection (F) 1.5 Hours
February 20th 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM In-Person Class
Mastering MLS Essentials in 90 Minutes (F) 1.5 Hours
February 24th 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM In-Person Class
 Non-Qualified Mortgages/Alt. Financing for Buyers and Investers (D)   1.5 Hours
March 5th 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM In-Person Class
 Ethics (D) 3 Hours
March 11th 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM via Zoom 
 

 

Our First Ever Bright MLS courses. You won’t want to miss the upcoming training classes hosted by Bright Association!

Please register using the following link: Brightmls.com/BAAR

 
 

Recommended Apps

 MLS-Touch!

MLS-Touch puts all the tools you need to run your business in the palm of your hand. It is an advanced mobile app designed to work the way you do and it is now available and included with your Bright MLS subscription.

Read more and find out how to install the app HERE!

BAAR has an APP!

Download the MemberPlus App from your App Store and take advantage of 24/7 access the latest events & class sign-ups! Login in with your Info-Hub information. Spice up your profile with a photo & additional information. Connect with affiliates and other REALTORS®. Take advantage today!

 

Get your Local Forms from BAAR!

 

As a BAAR Member, you have FREE access to ZipForms.

Sign up: www.zipformplus.com

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