The "First Friday" Economic Forum offers keen insight into the future of our region's economy.  You will hear from top economic experts and network with other business leaders throughout Maryland.  The event will be held on January 4th from 10 am to 2:30 pm at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.  For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

December 6th: Congress extended the National Flood Insurance Program for another 2 weeks.  The program would have expired December 7th without the new authorization.  NAR and other groups have until December 20th to enact a longer extension and work on the new reform bill.

Residential home prices made slight gains in October compared to the same period of 2017, according to housing statistics released by Maryland REALTORS.  Average home prices rose by .9 percent, while median prices also rose in October by .5 percent as compared to the same time in 2017.

Residential home prices remained strong in September for the eighth month in a row compared to the same period of 2017, according to housing statistics released by Maryland REALTORS^®.  

Did you know that 42% of REALTORS^® are NOT prepared for a financial emergency and 43% are NOT saving for retirement? That’s why the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^® (NAR) created the Center for REALTOR^® Financial Wellness. This new program will help you be financially solvent and independent, both in your career and at retirement. The Center for REALTOR^® Financial Wellness is a comprehensive online resource that has something to offer all NAR members no matter your level of professional expertise or stage of financial planning.

A number of new laws will take effect October 1st in Maryland.  These laws impact real estate licensees, homeowners, homebuyers, real estate appraisers, and landlords among others.

For details regarding the changes, please review the Summary of Changes and Practice Tips.

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