President's Message
February was a busy month for our Association. Updated CE Classes, an RPAC Major Investor Happy Hour, and our Awards Ceremony kept our members and volunteers busy.
A personal thank you to everyone who made all of these events possible. Without you, we would not be able to continue to bring the variety of events to our members.
As we move forward with our Legislative Breakfast, more CE classes, and other networking events, we are in need of more volunteers in both Kent and Queen Anne's Counties. Please consider volunteering for at least one event, we would love to have you help us help our membership!
Linda Austin, BAAR President
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WELCOME TO OUR TEAM
Please give a warm welcome to our new Association Coordinator, Mikel Anne Lewis and our part-time assistant, Cindy Glotfelty! If you have not yet met Mikel Anne or Cindy, please be sure to introduce yourself and give them a warm welcome the next time you see them!
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2023 BAAR AWARDS AND GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
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2023 BAAR Awards and General Membership meeting was held February 22, 2024 at Fisherman's Inn. We are so proud of all of our members and award recipients. A fun time was had by all who attended. Below are a few of the photos from the event. More photos can be found on our Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/BAARrealtors
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REALTOR OF THE YEAR
Tricia Wilson
Chaney Homes
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AFFILIATE OF THE YEAR
Cecil Reihl
The Peoples Bank
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
Biana Arentz
Coldwell Banker
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PRESIDENT'S AWARD
Ken Roderick
Chesapeake Real Estate Associates
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J HURST PURNELL AWARD OF INTEGRITY
Amy Larrauri
Chesapeake Real Estate Associates
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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
Linda Austin
Long and Foster
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ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
Mary Jameson
Long and Foster
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RPAC AWARD
Janice Hariadi
Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty
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Legislative Session Wrap Up Breakfast
When: April 24th from 9:00 - 11:00 am
Where: Kent Island Yacht Club (117 Yacht Club Dr, Chester MD)
Join us for the 2024 Legislative Session Wrap-Up over Breakfast catered by Chesapeake Celebrations. An analysis of the legislation relevant to the real estate community will be presented. Watch your email for registration information.
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RPAC HELP FOR HOMEOWNER CAUSES HAPPY HOUR
BAAR held our first Help for Homeowner Causes Happy Hour at the Kent Island Yacht Club. Maryland RPAC Trustee Chair, Tanya Redding and Maryland Realtors Past President, Dee Dee Miller presented an informative program on the benefits of becoming a Major Investor in RPAC. If you have not made your investment in RPAC, watch your email for our 2nd Annual Help for Homeowner Causes Crab Feast at Fisherman's Inn in September.
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Welcome Our Newest Members!
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Chris Haddaway, Chesapeake Real Estate Associates
Levi Rentzel, Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
Bobbi Slagle, NextHome Preferred
Justin Davis, Wealth Managers, Inc.
Marci Robertson, Home Pro Chesapeake, Inc.
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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
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New Status Options for Office Exclusive Listings
Bright MLS has updated the process for entering Office Exclusive listings. All Office Exclusive listings should now be entered into Bright Listing Management using the Office Exclusive, Yes option.
Click here to learn more.
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NAR: Scammers Use Agent Deepfakes to Fool Buyers, Sellers
High-tech criminals are using artificial intelligence to impersonate real estate pros and infiltrate transactions. Would your clients know the difference?
Click to read more from NAR
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Window to the Law: Avoiding Vacant Land Scams
Vacant land scams are becoming an increasing problem nationwide and a number of our members are reporting that these scams are becoming an issue in our area. NAR has released a video and tip sheet to help Realtors identify red flags and learn best practices to stop scammers form selling vacant land and property they don't own.
Click to read more and watch the video from NAR
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Legal Hot Topic Webinar
Join the MD Realtors Legal Team Webinar April 5th at 1:00 pm for an overview of the latest Legal Hot Topic: Buyer Agency & The Compensation Conversation. Click here to register.
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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
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Unsure of what classes you've taken? Check the CE Verification page at DLLR.
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Upcoming Classes...
March 12th 9:00 - 10:30 AM via Zoom with MD REALTORS
March 19th 9:00 - 10:30 AM via Zoom with MD REALTORS
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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!
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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!
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Get your Local Forms from BAAR!
As a BAAR Member, you have FREE access to ZipForms.
Sign up: www.zipformplus.com
Select REALTOR®
Select Bay Area Association of REALTORS®
Log into the NAR site with your NAR credentials
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Bay Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.
1712 Main Street, Suite 100, Chester, MD 21619
443-249-3442 | Info@bayarearealtors.com
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