Maryland REALTORS® works with local boards and the National Association of REALTORS® to deliver programs and services that promote and sustain high standards and ethical conduct in the real estate profession, for its members and consumers.
What is value? At Maryland REALTORS®, we think of this every day when it comes to our members. Maryland REALTORS® exists to support and champion our members and specialties by focusing on Connections, Advocacy, Resources, and Expertise. We call this the Value Proposition, and it's how we bring value to your membership.
Our member-directed association supports over 32,000 REALTORS® across the state. We aim to provide access to tools, resources, and opportunities for our members to uphold the highest level of professional standards as a REALTOR® and support their clients.
Without a doubt, NAR’s proposed settlement and the deadline of August 17, when the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) implements new practice changes, has created a countdown of sorts.
Most conversations regarding the proposed NAR Settlement Agreement and its corresponding practice changes focus on the buyer’s side and the requirement that a buyer’s agent enter into a written buyer agency agreement with the buyer before touring a home.
Just six short months ago, our 2024 Session Preview article asked, “Would this be the year of Housing in the General Assembly?” That answer was an overwhelming yes!