**This course will be held virtually. By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, visible and engaged only in the class throughout the class. This means no driving, walking around, no phone calls or other distractions 4) That GCAAR reserves the right to decline to issue credit if you are not in an environment conducive to learning 5) That you have ensured that your computer, camera and mic are working prior to class. Tech support is not available on classes. *No refunds nor class transfers will be awarded if any of the previous requirements are not met by you.

CREDITS: 1.5 REQUIRED hours for MD (Topic C). NO ELECTIVE CREDITS

This course will discuss federal, state, and local fair housing laws. We will also cover the different protected classes and how to work with diverse buyers and sellers.

***For each virtual class, the connection instructions email with the Zoom link, compliance details, and course materials is sent by 5 pm ET the business day before the class (i.e. Friday for a Monday class, Tuesday for a Wednesday class), as well as again in a reminder two hours prior to class.

**This course will be held virtually. By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, visible and engaged only in the class throughout the class. This means no driving, walking around, no phone calls or other distractions 4) That GCAAR reserves the right to decline to issue credit if you are not in an environment conducive to learning 5) That you have ensured that your computer, camera and mic are working prior to class. Tech support is not available on classes. *No refunds nor class transfers will be awarded if any of the previous requirements are not met by you.

CREDITS: 3.0 ELECTIVE hours for MD and DC licensees.

We have all represented the seller of a property, This class will outline some of the common issues that arise when representing a seller and how to solve those issues. Topics to be covered in the class include - power of attorney, divorce, bankruptcy, estate & death, foreclosures and short sales.

***For each virtual class, the connection instructions email with the Zoom link, compliance details, and course materials is sent by 5 pm ET the business day before the class (i.e. Friday for a Monday class, Tuesday for a Wednesday class), as well as again in a reminder two hours prior to class.

**This course will be held virtually. By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, visible and engaged only in the class throughout the class. This means no driving, walking around, no phone calls or other distractions 4) That GCAAR reserves the right to decline to issue credit if you are not in an environment conducive to learning 5) That you have ensured that your computer, camera and mic are working prior to class. Tech support is not available on classes. *No refunds nor class transfers will be awarded if any of the previous requirements are not met by you.

CREDITS: 3.0 REQUIRED hours for MD (Topic A). NO ELECTIVE CREDITS

Every year, enacted legislation by Federal, state, and local legislatures profoundly affects the transfer of real property. REALTORS® must become and remain informed about these changes. This course is designed to break-down the legislative process and detail recent enactments and court cases that impact the business of selling real estate in Maryland.

***For each virtual class, the connection instructions email with the Zoom link, compliance details, and course materials is sent by 5 pm ET the business day before the class (i.e. Friday for a Monday class, Tuesday for a Wednesday class), as well as again in a reminder two hours prior to class.

**This course will be held virtually. By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, visible and engaged only in the class throughout the class. This means no driving, walking around, no phone calls or other distractions 4) That GCAAR reserves the right to decline to issue credit if you are not in an environment conducive to learning 5) That you have ensured that your computer, camera and mic are working prior to class. Tech support is not available on classes. *No refunds nor class transfers will be awarded if any of the previous requirements are not met by you.

CREDIT: 3.0 REQUIRED hours for MD (Topic H). NO ELECTIVE CREDITS

This class replaced MREC Agency – Residential as of October 1, 2019. This class covers the legislation that went into effect on October 1, 2019 which amended several portions of the Real Estate Brokers Act, including prohibiting licensees from disclosing confidential information obtained from prospective clients and altering the definitions of brokerage relationship and dual agency under Maryland law. We will walk through the law step-by-step and provide clear guidance, not just on how to comply, but on how to simplify your life and make compliance easier so you're more likely to pass any "test" that may come your way.

***For each virtual class, the connection instructions email with the Zoom link, compliance details, and course materials is sent by 5 pm ET the business day before the class (i.e. Friday for a Monday class, Tuesday for a Wednesday class), as well as again in a reminder two hours prior to class.

GCAAR MEMBERS ONLY EVENT! Profession sessions are not eligible for CE credit.

PS: DC Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) Refresher

During this professional session, Carol Calomiris ESQ, RGS Title Regional Senior Vice President, will review the DC TOPA Single-Family Home Exemption Amendment Act of 2017 (effective July 3, 2018) and how DC licensed realtors comply with the law.

Event sponsored by Hello Super Home Warranty

**This course will be held virtually. By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, visible and engaged only in the class throughout the class. This means no driving, walking around, no phone calls or other distractions 4) That GCAAR reserves the right to decline to issue credit if you are not in an environment conducive to learning 5) That you have ensured that your computer, camera and mic are working prior to class. Tech support is not available on classes. *No refunds nor class transfers will be awarded if any of the previous requirements are not met by you.

CREDITS: 3.0 ELECTIVE hours for MD and DC licensees.

By the completion of this class, the agent will have reviewed both the GCAAR and Maryland REALTORS® sales contracts and have the knowledge to understand what information they must provide to buyers and sellers, their parties obligations, possible pitfalls to avoid and how to avoide them, and timelines of contract fulfillment.

***For each virtual class, the connection instructions email with the Zoom link, compliance details, and course materials is sent by 5 pm ET the business day before the class (i.e. Friday for a Monday class, Tuesday for a Wednesday class), as well as again in a reminder two hours prior to class.

***This course will be held virtually and is offered to our GCAAR members at a no-charge rate. THIS COURSE WILL BE HELD OVER TWO DAYS: Wednesday, October 11 and Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET daily. YOU MUST BE PRESENT ALL HOURS OF BOTH DAYS—no makeup days nor partial credit will be available.

By registering for this class, you will also be registered for the class on Thursday, October 12, 2023. Please note registration closes two hours prior to the start of class on October 11.

By registering for this class, you agree 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, visible and engaged only in the class throughout both days of the class. This means no driving, walking around, no phone calls or other distractions 4) That GCAAR reserves the right to decline to issue credit if you are not in an environment conducive to learning. 5) That you have ensured that your computer, camera and mic are working prior to class. Tech support is not available on classes.

CREDITS: 6 ELECTIVE HOURS FOR MD LICENSEES; 6 ELECTIVE HOURS FOR DC LICENSEES

As part of our continued commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the real estate industry, GCAAR is proud to offer the At Home With Diversity® (AHWD) certification course.  AHWD covers how to work effectively with diverse populations by developing business practices rooted in inclusion and equality to help buyers of all cultural backgrounds achieve the dream of homeownership.

What You Gain

-Knowledge of the subtleties of U.S. fair housing laws

-Business etiquette for specific cultures

-An edge in expanding your business to include international clientele

-Credit towards the ABR®, CIPS and SRS designations, and as a task in the C2EX program

In order to earn the certification, you must: 1) Actively participate on camera in all hours of the course across both days; 2) Be a REALTOR® member in good standing of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR); and 3) Complete an application and pay a one-time fee to NAR after successful completion of the course. This fee has been discounted to $40 from $75.

**This course will be held virtually. By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, visible and engaged only in the class throughout the class. This means no driving, walking around, no phone calls or other distractions 4) That GCAAR reserves the right to decline to issue credit if you are not in an environment conducive to learning 5) That you have ensured that your computer, camera and mic are working prior to class. Tech support is not available on classes. *No refunds nor class transfers will be awarded if any of the previous requirements are not met by you.

CREDITS: 3.0 REQUIRED hours for VA Licensees. NO ELECTIVE CREDITS

We will discuss the purpose, nature and history of Ethics as it relates to real estate. We will review the most violated of the 17 articles of the code of ethics and we will discuss risk management and how to avoid issues. The class meets the NAR membership requirement.

***For each virtual class, the connection instructions email with the Zoom link, compliance details, and course materials is sent by 5 pm ET the business day before the class (i.e. Friday for a Monday class, Tuesday for a Wednesday class), as well as again in a reminder two hours prior to class.

**This course will be held virtually. By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, visible and engaged only in the class throughout the class. This means no driving, walking around, no phone calls or other distractions 4) That GCAAR reserves the right to decline to issue credit if you are not in an environment conducive to learning 5) That you have ensured that your computer, camera and mic are working prior to class. Tech support is not available on classes. *No refunds nor class transfers will be awarded if any of the previous requirements are not met by you.

CREDITS: 3.0 ELECTIVE hours for MD and DC licensees.

This class will familiarize the agent with the appropriate contract forms, provisions and addenda - both available and required - and discuss how each of these documents impacts the settlement process. In addition, we will review settlement procedures and discuss issues that arise in the settlement process.

***For each virtual class, the connection instructions email with the Zoom link, compliance details, and course materials is sent by 5 pm ET the business day before the class (i.e. Friday for a Monday class, Tuesday for a Wednesday class), as well as again in a reminder two hours prior to class.

GCAAR YPN presents Accelerate: Avoiding the Plateau, its annual professional development event for REALTORS® at any stage in their careers. Register for the opportunity to hear from past 30 under 30 winners, followed by breakout sessions on trending topics. There will be time to network with your fellow REALTORS®, meet sponsors and more! Sponsored by Paragon Title.