**By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, clearly visible on screen and in a stationary setting that is conducive to learning. This means no driving, no walking around, no phone calls or other distractions. No Background are allowed, blurring is permitted 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 throughout class.

CREDITS: 1.5 ELECTIVE hours for MD and DC licensees and 1.0 ELECTIVE hour for VA licensees.

This concise, one-hour course equips real estate professionals with essential knowledge about septic systems. Participants will learn about the basic components and types of septic systems, their operation, and maintenance. The course emphasizes the role of septic systems in real estate transactions, covering important aspects of disclosures, inspections, and regulatory frameworks. It also highlights the pivotal role of Realtors in advocating for septic system education and maintenance. By the end of this session, attendees will have a foundational understanding of septic systems and their impact on real estate practices.

***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.

Bright MLS Trainings are NOT eligible for CE credit. They are open to GCAAR members only.

***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.

Bright Policy Changes & NAR Updates

Description: Join us for a live webinar to hear the latest and upcoming Bright MLS updates aimed at ensuring NAR settlement compliance and enhancing transparency for homebuyers and sellers.

Recent Updates:

- New Seller Concession Fields: Available at listing entry and close for better agent-client communication.

- Client Disclosure Form: Newly available to ensure clarity and compliance.

Upcoming August:

- Removal of Compensation Fields: Eliminated from Bright and all reports to comply with the NAR settlement.

- Unlimited Coming Soon Status: The 21-day limit will be removed, requiring only the Expected On-Market Date.

- Listings Entry Clarification: MLS Entry Date must be within 2 days of the listing term beginning, which is the first date any potential buyer may learn about the property

- New Disclosure Form Requirement: Mandatory for all clients, providing essential disclosures and clarifying MLS marketing opportunities.

Bright MLS Trainings are NOT eligible for CE credit. They are open to GCAAR members only.

***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.

Creative Searching using Bright MLS 

There are many ways to search for properties within Bright MLS. Join us to learn more creative ways to search like using the Map, searching by Agent or Office, finding Open Houses, using market activity tools and more.

Features to cover in training:

Training Resource Links:

Search by Drive Time: https://support.brightmls.com/s/article/Search-by-Drive-Time

Map Searching: https://support.brightmls.com/s/article/Map-Search

Hot Sheets: https://support.brightmls.com/s/article/1139

**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.

This is a GCAAR On The GO class held for our member brokerages so space is limited to 5 outside registrations. This class is the same content as our regular CE class and you earn credit in the same manner.

CREDITS:  3.0 ELECTIVE hours for MD, DC and VA licensees.

Participants of this course will learn information on how condos, PUDs, and co-ops affect mortgage guidelines so that they can set reasonable expectations from the buyer’s or seller’s side.  This will help REALTORS® identify the proper type of property to help consumers know up front what they are purchasing, in return saving consumers money.  By knowing how the mortgage can be affected, they can learn how to make their transactions in these communities go much smoother and educate their client.

***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 IN PERSON at the GCAAR Rockville classroom.

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

This class will provide you with a deeper understanding of NAR's Code of Ethics and Maryland's Ethics Laws and Regulations, as well as practical guidance to apply ethics guidelines to everyday situations. Predatory Lending and Flipping will be discussed. This class meets the NAR Membership requirement.

**This course will be held IN PERSON at the GCAAR Rockville classroom.

CREDITS: 1.5 ELECTIVE hours for MD and DC licensees, and 1.0 ELECTIVE hour for VA licensees.

Real estate transactions depend on the disclosure of information in order for buyers and sellers to make informed decisions. These disclosures are mandated by law to reveal all pertinent and relevant facts about the property, the principles, and the agents who represent them. Sellers and buyers have specific rights and responsibilities when it concerns material information about the property one owns or is about to purchase. However, what is a material fact and what is confidential? This course will walk you through those disclosures and what is required of you, as a real estate professional, to ensure all disclosures are made according to the law.

***This course will be held virtually and is offered to our GCAAR members and NAR members at a no-charge rate. THIS COURSE WILL BE HELD OVER THREE DAYS: September 25 , 26 and 27, 2024 from 10:00 am - 2:30 pm ET daily. YOU MUST BE PRESENT ALL HOURS OF ALL 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, September 26 and Friday, September 27. Please note registration closes two hours prior to the start of class on September 25.

By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, clearly visible on screen and in a stationary setting that is conducive to learning. This means no driving, no walking around, no phone calls or other distractions. No Background are allowed, blurring is permitted 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 throughout class.

CREDITS: 6 ELECTIVE HOURS FOR MD LICENSEES

The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is for real estate professionals who have a passion for working with buyer-clients and want to take their excellence and service to the next level.

By earning the ABR® designation, you gain:

Completing the ABR® designation course is the first step toward earning your ABR® designation. These additional steps include completing the following within three years after taking this course:

More information on the ABR® Designation can be found here: What is the ABR® Designation | REBAC

Sign up to volunteer at the Rockville ReStore on September 25 from 10am-2pm!

1029 E Gude Dr, Rockville, MD 20850

Volunteers help greet shoppers, help with questions or finding the right person to answer questions/help, sharing specials with shoppers, accepting donations and positioning for sale in the store, making sure items like windows/doors have proper measurements to assist shoppers, testing/checking items to ensure they work, merchandizing and organizing sections in the store, helping customers hold or get items to the right pick up areas and other special projects. We always need volunteers in our ReStores. Time tends to fly by. 

Volunteers in the ReStores are permitted at 16+ years old without a chaperone, 14-15 with chaperone. If anyone wants to bring their kids that fall within these age ranges, we can provide SSL hours for their participation. 

The sign up/registration is the same for ReStore as the build site shifts with the exception that we may be able to send by the dates you requested. 

**By registering for this class, you agree: 1) To be on time 2) To be recorded 3) To be on camera, clearly visible on screen and in a stationary setting that is conducive to learning. This means no driving, no walking around, no phone calls or other distractions. No Background are allowed, blurring is permitted 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 throughout class.

CREDITS:  1.5 ELECTIVE hours for MD and DC licensees. 1.0 ELECTIVE hour for VA licensees. 

Attendees of this course will learn how real property interests transfer upon the death of an owner. It provides practical tips for real estate licensees dealing with transactions where the real property was owned by deceased persons.

***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.

C.O.B.R.A. Realtor Safety Training provides agents with general safety awareness, realtor-specific safety training, and hands-on self-defense skills to keep them safe on and off the job. Agents will learn what works and doesn't in self-defense, preventative defensive skills, open-house safety, and realistic hands-on defense techniques that anyone can use against a bigger, stronger attacker.

Location: GCAAR Training Room - This is an in-person event.

Rockville Office: 15201 Diamondback Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850

Instructor: Jessica Harden

Attendees should wear sports attire, not formal clothing.