Southern Maryland Association Of Realtors

Words of Encouragment for Former SMAR President, Paul Chiriaco  We just learned that 1998 SMAR President Paul Chiriaco who is affiliated with Davis Realty, La Plata, Maryland, underwent brain surgery recently at Georgetown Hospital.  Some weeks earlier Paul sustained a head injury during a fall.  Paul is in physical therapy and making good progress.  Our thoughts and prayers are with him for a complete recovery.  Get well wishes and words of encouragement may be sent to Paul Chiriaco at his home, 5408 Well Spring Road, La Plata, MD  20646 or at Davis Realty, PO Box 2669, La Plata, MD  20646. Attention All Golfers*! SMAR 2011 Golf Tournament Last Chance!   Registration Deadline is MONDAY, MAY2! Don't miss this opportunity for a great outing coming up on Friday, May 6, 2011 Swan Point Yacht & Country Club 11550 Swan Point Blvd Swan Point MD  20645 Registration begins at 8:30 am   Shotgun begins at 9:30 am Cost is $100 per person  Tournament Prizes Hole in One Wins a Car – sponsored by Toyota of Waldorf To register, click here (*You don't have to be a golfer to participate - sponsors and lots of volunteers are needed, too!)

2011 REALTOR® Fair & Trade Show              May 18, 2011 Check-in:  7:30 am Lunch: 11:30 am - 2 pm Cocktail Hour: 5 - 6 pm  Register Today!  Early-Bird Registration Ends Friday, April 29th!    Click here to download the Attendee Registration Packet. $$Get more bang for your buck!$$ Standard Registration fee includes the entire day!  Includes breakfast, lunch, cocktail hour, trade show and classes!!                                                                         Registration Fees Early Bird Registration - TODAY ONLY,  April 29th ... $70 April 30th - May 13th ... $80 Price at the Door ... $85 Entrance AFTER 2 p.m. for Trade Show & Cocktail Hour Only ... $20  Location Southern Maryland Higher Education Center   44219 Airport Road, California, MD 20619 Special Guest Speaker, Terry Watson New MREC Required Classes Plus all the other required classes REGISTER TODAY!!! The Southern Maryland Association of REALTORS® Real Estate Academy presents Facebook for Your Real Estate Business May 5, 2011 10 am – 11:30 am 8440 Old Leonardtown Rd, Hughesville MD *** NO CE *** Cost: $20 student Instructor - Brian Mayer You will be learning: The “Unspoken Rules” of Facebook, How to utilize Facebook to grow your business, How to set up your personal profile as a real estate agent, Should you have a Fanpage?, and much more! Click here now to register online!

 

CPR CLASSES Sponsored by SMAR’s Community Relations and C.A.R.E. Award Committee  There's still space in the 1 pm class on May 25  REALTOR® Center, Hughesville    Class size is limited to five (5) so reserve your place ASAP  Cost:  $20 per person To register:  Call Carmen Mays at the REALTOR® Center 301-274-4406 or 888-340-8727.  Instruction will be provided by certified Rescue Squad instructors.  Completion of this course will result in Red Cross certification in both adult and infant CPR. Open to all REALTOR® and Affiliate members and their office staffs All proceeds will be donated to a Rescue Squad in Southern Maryland The Southern Maryland Association of REALTORS® Real Estate Academy presents GRI 400 Series ?June 9, 10, 16, 17, and 24, 2011 Tuition (Includes lunch) Complete Series = $355 Individual Module = $90 Location:  REALTOR® Center, 8440 Old Leonardtown Rd, Hughesville MD Topics Include: Commercial Property Office Management New Home Construction & Marketing plus Property Management Taxes Deferred Exchanges & Understanding Investment Property Broker Law Review & Broker Supervision Registration Deadline is June 2, 2011 Each module is approved for Continuing Education Credits.  Click here to download the registration packet for course approvals. Click Here to register online. Please call Hannah Sanders at 301-274-4406 x22 with any questions.

The “Culture” of Agriculture             The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) recently marked its 10th anniversary of developing our region’s agricultural economy and promoting profitable, market-driven farming.              The dictionary defines ‘culture’ as socially transmitted behavior patterns. While SMADC’s branding campaign (www.SoMarylandSoGood.com) and its other initiatives have resulted in a new picture of agriculture, the ‘culture’ of agriculture, i.e., ensuring that today’s agricultural heritage is passed on to future generations is now paramount.             Land-Link is a tool to socially transmit valuable information. At its foundation, it is a database to link those with land to farm with those who are seeking opportunities to farm. Its other layers allow for on-line mentoring and an active forum for sharing of information.             Land-link programs have proven their worth across the country and SMADC surveys indicate that the need for a robust program in our region is needed and wanted.             The tool is currently active, but needs engagement from stakeholders. Log on to www.marylandfarmlink.com now to register (free!) and begin listing, posting and mentoring. Questions should be directed to Dr. Christine Bergmark, Executive Director, Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission 301-274-1922. News from MRIS The current labor intensive Keystone Photo Upload process is being replaced with the fast and efficient Media Connect.    Set to launch soon, it is imperative that subscribers download the latest versi