Southern Maryland Association Of Realtors

SMAR Weekly Update for the week of February 2, 2009

2/2/2009

 
 SMAR Weekly Update
 
  Feb 02, 2009  
 
 
 
In this Issue
Training
Member Services
REALTORS® Store
 "Now in the REALTOR® Store"
Revolving Crystal Paperweight (lighted)
Open House Directional Signs w/ metal stand
Company Sign Post Business Card holder (customized with your company logo)
Outdoor Brochure Box
Take One/Leave One Stands
Qualifier Plus IIIx - Advanced Residential Finance Calculator
Info Pak
Saint Joseph Home Seller
A-Frame Signs $27.00
Promotional Flags $13.95


Payment may be made by Check, Visa, MasterCard or Cash.

Call Ronnie today at    1-888-340-8727, 301-870-2323 or 301-274-4406 for any questions.
Quick Links
 
 
Do You Have a PGCAR Supra Key or Lockbox?
As some of you may know, PGCAR converted to Sentrilock in November.  Unfortunately, the SMAR Keyholders were not notified of their responsibilities regarding the return of SUPRA equipment.  All PGCAR Keyholders must return their SUPRA Keys and cradles no later than February 10th in order to avoid future billings from SUPRA.  If you should have PGCAR SUPRA Lockboxes, you may bring them in to the PGCAR office for a one-for-one exchange for Sentrilock Lockboxes.  Please don't hesitate to contact the PGCAR office at 301-306-7900 if you should have any questions.  Thank you. 
 

 Tax Seminar
You're invited to this FREE Seminar - "Tax Strategies for the Real Estate Professional"
Learn How to Stretch Every Dollar $$ In Today's Economy...
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2009 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Location: REALTOR® Center, Hughesville, MD 
Please note: The date for this seminar is February 25th NOT January 25th as the SMAR Times Newsletter printed.
Seating is limited!  RSVP to information@smarweb.org or 301-274-4406 to ensure a seat at this FREE Seminar. 
This seminar is guaranteed to identify between $2,500 and $27,500 in NEW deductions that can be used right away to pocket thousands in tax savings. These deductions are based in tax LAW, but presented in simple English that all of us can easily understand.
You'll learn:
Stimulus Package Deductions for Your 2008 Return- Learn about important 179 Vehicle deductions. PLUS!!! NEW first year auto depreciation deduction UPDATES!
 Increase your income - How to use the tax side of your business to INCREASE your spendable income
 Myths - What taxes really cost you - regardless of your earnings
 Entertainment Strategies - 2 remarkable entertainment deductions available to Real Estate Professionals that may surprise you
 Double Entertainment Deductions - How to safely transform 50% entertainment deductions into 100% deductions
 Audit-Proofing - Documentation tips that will save you time, all the time
 Help Your Accountant - How you can help your accountant work more effectively on your behalf
 Car Strategies - Six methods that produce Thousands in deductions.
 Actual Expenses vs. IRS Method Mileage - New $25,000 - $250,000 automobile deductions you don't want to lose.
 IRS Audit - Reduce your chances - Red flags to avoid
 Home Office Deduction -Why Real Estate Professionals may now safely qualify for this remarkable deduction and how it transforms personal commuting to deductible business miles
 Learn how a 105 Medical Plan can turn your families medical expenses into tax-favored business expenses
This seminar is presented by Maury Scarborough of Bradford and Company, Inc., and excerpted from the Bradford and Company, Inc. Tax Strategies for the Self-Employed 8-hour audio course (available at the seminar).
 

Breakfast of Champions
Sponsored by Maryland Association of REALTORS®

Maryland Association of REALTORS® will be cosponsoring, with MetLife Home Loans, a series of three educational/motivational events around the state.  NO CE is being provided.
 
These events are FREE to members.  The locations in Maryland are Edgewood, Annapolis and Frederick. 
 
The session, entitled "Staying Up in a Down Market" is meant to provide members with useful tips they can use now to help jump start and strengthen their business to help them have a successful 2009. 
 
Each session is a breakfast event.  A continental breakfast will be served at each location.  Participants MUST register in advance to attend.
 
MAR is taking registration through their web site at www.mdrealtor.org, under the Education Tab, then Breakfast of Champions.
 

ABR 2-Day Designation Course at SMAR!
Both days are approved for Continuing Education Credit - See Details Below!
 
April 16 & 17, 2009 - 2 Day Core Course
8:30 am - 5 pm
Cost: $325 (includes a catered breakfast and lunch both days.)
$$Early Bird Special: Register by March 13th and SAVE $25!!$$
Day 1 Topics Include:
"Maryland Agency Law Clarified" - 3 clock hours (Topic A - Federal, state or local legislative issues)
"Issues of Agency Representation" - 3 clock hours (Topic F - Professional enhancement for practicing licensees)
Day 2 Topics Include:
"Licensee Services Provided in Real Estate Transactions" - 3 clock hours (Topic F - Professional enhancement for practicing licensees)
"Negotiating on Behalf of Your Client" - 3 clock hours (Topic F - Professional enhancement for practicing licensees)
For more information regarding how to obtain the ABR designation please visit www.rebac.net.
To register click here to download the form or click here to register online.
 

 Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Recovery Tax Credit for 1st Time Home Buyers - New Topic!   
Terri Farri   
9: 30 am - 11 am 
1.5 clock hours
Approved Topic: F) Professional enhancement for practicing licensee
$20 members/$25 non-member
Additional $5 fee for walk-ins
Location: REALTOR® Center, 8440 Old Leonardtown Rd, Hughesville, MD  20637
 Wednesday, February 18, 2009 - ALL DAY CLASSES
Advanced 1031 Exchange Concepts
James Brennan, Esq.
9 am - 10:30 am 
1.5 clock hours
Approved Topic: F) Professional enhancement for practicing licensees
$20 members/$25 non-member
Additional $5 fee for walk-ins
Location: REALTOR® Center, 8440 Old Leonardtown Rd, Hughesville, MD  20637
Fair Housing
Sharon Martlock
11 am - 12:30 pm
1.5 clock hours
Approved Topic: C) Fair Housing Law
$20 members/$25 non-member
Additional $5 fee for walk-ins
Location: REALTOR® Center, 8440 Old Leonardtown Rd, Hughesville, MD  20637
Understanding Real Estate Inspections
Michelle Woods   
1:30 - 4:30 pm
3 clock hours
Approved Topic: F) Professional enhancement for practicing licensees
$40 members/$50 non-member
Additional $5 fee for walk-ins
Location: REALTOR® Center, 8440 Old Leonardtown Rd, Hughesville, MD  20637
 Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Successful Short Sales
Carolyn Guy
9:30 am - 12:30 pm 
3 clock hours
Approved Topic: F) Professional enhancement for practicing licensees
$40 members/$50 non-member  
Additional $5 fee for walk-ins
Location: REALTOR® Center, 8440 Old Leonardtown Rd, Hughesville, MD  20637
Click here to see the rest of SMAR's Continuing Education Schedule.
To register you may contact Hannah Sanders at 888-340-8727 or register online at the above link.
 
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