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MARCH 2015 PAGE 1 Best regards, Jan MD DC CRS Chapter President MD DC CRS CHAPTER NEWSLETTER 2015 MD DC CRS Chapter Leadership Jan Brito President 301-646-5774 [email protected] Jen Ward President Elect 410-627-5961 [email protected] Vivian Feen Secretary 443-794-4106 [email protected] Gretchen Conley President 443-676-1625 [email protected] MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Who's ready for Spring? It's just days away, and after the series of Ninja Selling classes our chapter presented to our members, starting last October and finishing up with the last class in the series the last week of February, our members are armed with the skills and knowledge to be true Ninjas in this year's spring market! This series was so well received, and I was delighted to see many new faces in the most recent class, including a couple of newly licensed realtors. What a great way to start a real estate career! Spring brings more exciting activities to our members, starting with our March General Membership Meeting & Luncheon featuring a Real Estate Commission Update with Executive Director Kathie Connelly on March 16th. Don't miss it! Next we have Chris Bird's all day tax class at GCAAR in Rockville on March 31st. Who can't use a few more tips to save on taxes? This class is CE pending. For the first time ever, we're hosting a consumer panel of buyers at a luncheon on April 23rd at Bluestone Restaurant in Timonium. How much would it help you to know how consumers view the buying process and dealing with realtors? And, we're bringing back the Crab Feast! This time, it will be an evening event beginning with happy hour at Cantler's on the water in Annapolis. Stay tuned for more details. Please feel free to contact any board member with ideas or feedback. Looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming event!
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March Newsletter
Transcript of Maryland DC CRS Chapter Newsletter
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Best regards,Jan MD DC CRS Chapter President
MD DC CRS CHAPTER NEWSLETTER2015 MD DC CRS
Chapter Leadership
Jan BritoPresident301-646-5774 [email protected]
Jen WardPresident [email protected]
Vivian Feen Secretary443-794-4106 [email protected]
Gretchen Conley President [email protected]
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENTWho's ready for Spring? It's just days away, and after the series of Ninja Selling classes our chapter presented to our members, starting last October and finishing up with the last class in the series the last week of February, our members are armed with the skills and knowledge to be true Ninjas in this year's spring market! This series was so well received, and I was delighted to see many new faces in the most recent class, including a couple of newly licensed realtors. What a great way to start a real estate career! Spring brings more exciting activities to our members, starting with our March General Membership Meeting & Luncheon featuring a Real Estate Commission Update with Executive Director Kathie Connelly on March 16th. Don't miss it! Next we have Chris Bird's all day tax class at GCAAR in Rockville on March 31st. Who can't use a few more tips to save on taxes? This class is CE pending. For the first time ever, we're hosting a consumer panel of buyers at a luncheon on April 23rd at Bluestone Restaurant in Timonium. How much would it help you to know how consumers view the buying process and dealing with realtors? And, we're bringing back the Crab Feast! This time, it will be an evening event beginning with happy hour at Cantler's on the water in Annapolis. Stay tuned for more details. Please feel free to contact any board member with ideas or feedback. Looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming event!
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THANK YOU 2015 PLATINUM SPONSORS
Thank you to our MD DC CRS Chapter Sponsors!We appreciate your support.
If you are looking to be a 2015 Sponsor, please contact Abigial Restivo at [email protected].
Tina Del Casale, Sr. Loan OfficerEmbrace Home [email protected]: 800.333.3004 x3801http://www.embracehomeloans.com/tina-
Pillar To Post800.294.5591www.pillartopost.co
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Amy M. PletzHome Land Septic Consultingamy@mdwellandseptic.com443.995.5385www.mdwellandseptic.com
THANK YOU 2015 DIAMOND SPONSORS
Terry CrawfordOld Republic Home [email protected]: 800.282.7131 x1227www.orhp.com
Lewis Hibbs1st Preference Mortgage Corp.Office: 410.517.0300Mobile: [email protected]
Laurel SantamarinaColumbia BankOffice: 410.423.8222Mobile: 410.707.8695LSantamarina@FultonMortgageCompany.comwww.LaurelSantamarina.com
Mary [email protected] Governor Warfield ParkwaySuite 100Columbia, Maryland 21044Phone: 443-201-2300 www.continentaltg.com
Tish [email protected] South Dolfield RoadOwings Mills, MD 21117Phone: 800-427-0108www.kitchensaver.com
Meg [email protected] Banneker Road, Suite 120Columbia, MD 21044Phone: 410-992-1070www.lakesidetitle.com
Sam [email protected] National DriveHanover, MD 21076Phone: 410-799-9942www.perrymoving.com
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Congratulations to the newest CRS designees and MD/DC CRS chapter members!
Lisa DuboisRE/MAX BY INVITATION ~ Arlington, VA
Congratulations on your achievement! Welcome to our chapter!
Now Available
For more details CLICK HERE
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UPCOMING CRS EVENTS for 2015! Monday ~ March 16, 2015 | 11:30 AM - 2:30 PMGeneral Meeting, Luncheon & MREC Update with Kathie ConnellyLocation: Donna’s Cafe at Cross KeysFee: $35 (members) $40 (guests)
Tuesday ~ March 31, 2015 | 8:30 AM - 5 PM2 Great TAX classes with Chris Bird, CFP, NAR and CRS instructorLocation: GCAAR, Rockville, MDFee: $150 (members), $175 (guests)
Thursday ~ April 23, 2015 | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PMGeneral Meeting, Luncheon & Buyer Panel DiscussionLocation: Bluestone Restaurant, Timonium, MDFee: $35 (members) $40 (guests)
Thursday ~ May 7, 2015 | 6:15 PM - 10:30 PMEvening Monument Tour & Dinner Location: Washington, DC at the Grill from Ipanema ($100 pp)
Wednesday ~ June 10, 2015 | 5:30 PM - 8 PMGeneral Meeting & Crab FeastLocation: Annapolis at the Cantler’s Riverside Inn
Tuesday ~ September 22, 2015 | 8:30 AM - 5 PMMilitary Relocation Professional (MRP) designationLocation: GCAAR, Rockville, MD
Sunday ~ October 4-7, 2015MAR Annual Convention & Trade ShowLocation: Ocean City, MD
Friday ~ October 23, 2015 | 6:30 PM - 10:30 PMBras for a CauseLocation: Ten Oaks Ball Room, Clarksville, MD
Become a Member of CRS National & Chapter
As a member of the MD DC CRS Chapter, you receive discounts on classes plus exclusive access to chapter events and more. Don’t miss out! Join us or re-join us as a member. Download the National CRS or the Maryland DC form for more details click here
National CRS annual membership is $150 | Maryland DC CRS annual membership is $40
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MD DC CRS Sign Riders
Are you a MD DC CRS Chapter Member? Want people to know that you are a CRS designee? Looking for a listing advantage?
MD DC CRS sign riders are available to market your property. They’re just $10/sign rider and proceeds will be donated a charitable organization ~ Chesapeake Habitat. Limited quantities available. Contact Jan Brito at [email protected] or 301-646-5774 to reserve your sign riders.
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LOOKING UP: WATCH THAT CEILING! While it may not get the attention of the walls and floors, the ceiling can be an indicator of certain problems affecting a home’s condition. Therefore, it’s important to identify and address any issues that may be present, preferably before a home is listed for sale. From “popcorn” to plaster, wood to drywall, there are many different ceiling materials in today’s homes. Look for signs of damage no matter what the material. Minor ceiling cracks are not uncommon and may simply be the result of the home settling. Even older homes can continue to settle for decades. If the cracks are minor, they can be repaired with relative ease. The technique used will depend on the ceiling material. Old plaster ceilings will often sag and crack over time, and can be patched with drywall instead of new plaster. Cracks in a popcorn ceiling can be covered with aerosol sprays made specifically for this use. Major cracking can be due to seismic activity or structural issues and should be assessed by a professional before repair or replacement. Ceiling stains can indicate water damage from leaking pipes, a bathroom fixture overflow, or a leaky roof. Before any attempt is made to repair water damage, it must be determined if the cause of the leak will continue to affect the ceiling, or if it the damage is related to a single event in the past. If there is an active leak, the source of the water will need to be found and stopped, and the ceiling material will need to be thoroughly dried before attempting any repair work. If the damage is severe, a professional contractor specializing in structural drying should be consulted. Mold is a real threat when moisture is allowed to remain in the ceiling and the space above it. It can take a little as a few days for mold to begin growing inside a ceiling, so acting quickly to get everything completely dry is the best course. In addition to being a health hazard, mold can eventually cause structural damage to the home if left to grow and thrive. Mold removal should be done by a qualified professional who will certify that their work is done correctly. Paying attention to the ceiling can really pay off by allowing the discovery of small problems before they can become big ones – avoiding serious and potentially costly problems down the road for homeowners.
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Linda Betts and the Bras For A Cause committee are looking to DOUBLE the donation to The Red Devils in 2015. Would you like to make a difference in the lives of families in 2015? Join Linda Betts and the Bras For A Cause committee on April 2, 2015 at 12 Noon for the planning meeting. Get involved with a great cause and a terrific community.
Gretchen Conley is seeking volunteers for Bra Models. E-mail her directly at [email protected].
Contact Sherrie Young directly for Silent Auction Donations at [email protected].
Contact Leslie Garber at [email protected] or Jatana Vanek at [email protected] for Sponsorship Opportunities.
Contact Jan Brito at [email protected] for other volunteer opportunities.
Meetings will be held at Long & Foster, 10805 Hickory Ridge Road, Columbia, Maryland 21044. Please contact [email protected] or 410.615.1205 with any questions and how you can help.
SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 23, 2015
3RD ANNUAL BRAS FOR A
CAUSE
Connect with us on the MD DC CRS Facebook page. You’ll find photos of our latest events on Facebook. Like Us on the MD DC CRS Facebook
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Linda Kangrga has led the charge over the past couple of years in collecting shoes for Soles4Souls. We have collected another 39 pairs of shoes for the 2015 Fall donation.
We accept gently worn, pairs of shoes from just one pair to many pairs! The recipients of the shoes are so grateful. Please bring your donation (shoes paired with rubber bands and placed in a cardboard box) to our next CRS event or contact Gretchen Conley at [email protected].
Chapter With A Heart: Soles4Souls
Get information and register for our next event at the MD DC CRS Chapter website click here
We accept PayPal online for class & event registrations.
Chapter With A Heart: Get Your 2015 Calendars
Keep company with these fabulous bra models all through the calendar year of 2015. Order your 2nd Annual Bras for A Cause 2015 Calendar. Contact a MD DC CRS Chapter board member for your 2015 calendar. Cost $15.
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Get Involved with CRS!We’d love to see your face!
Communications: Erica Solomon at [email protected]
Education: Sharron Dorsey at [email protected]
Programs: Vivian Feen at [email protected]
Sponsorship:Abigail Restivo [email protected]
Chapter with A Heart: Gretchen Conley at [email protected]
Public Relations: Katie Rubin at [email protected]
Area Vice President Coordinator: Sherry Young at [email protected]
Maryland DC CRS Chapter Upcoming Board Meetings2015 Board Meetings to be held from 1-3 PM
March 10 |April 14 | May 12 | June 10 | July 14
Keller Williams Realty Center at 6250 Old Dobbin Lane, Suite 140Columbia, MD 21045
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