Source of Rental Income Legislation Premature in Baltimore
Source of Rental Income Legislation Premature in Baltimore Baltimore City Council’s proposed bill 18-308, “Housing Discrimination — Source of Income,” would force landlords to rent to Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher tenants, which involves compelling landlords to enter into a contract with the Housing Authority of Baltimore City and [...]
Personal Safety Tips for Real Estate Professionals
Personal Safety Tips for Real Estate Professionals This new video, published by NAR’s REALTOR® Safety Program, highlights safety protocols that all REALTORS® should implement into their daily routine and follow with every client, every day, every time. Watch the video and be sure to share it with your fellow [...]
Data Security Part 2: How to Stop Cyber Criminals
Data Security Part 2: How to Stop Cyber Criminals Michael Cunningham, Director of Information Technology from Maryland REALTORS discusses how to stop cyber criminals. Watch Here
Data Security Part 1: Identifying Threats
Data Security Part 1: Identifying Threats Michael Cunningham, Director of Information Technology at Maryland REALTORS discusses cyber criminals and a few of the methods they use to take advantage of REALTORS. Watch Now
What a Government Shutdown Means for REALTORS
What a Government Shutdown Means for REALTORS As of midnight on December 21, 2018, the President and Congress were unable to agree on the provisions of a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal government. As a result, a partial shutdown of some government operations has occurred. This partial [...]
Baltimore City Increases Recordation and Transfer Taxes to Help Fund Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Baltimore City Recordation and Transfer Tax Increase The Tax Increase will Increase Baltimore's Affordable Housing Trust Fund On December 12th, Baltimore City Mayor Catherine Pugh signed into law Council Bill 118-0221, enacting the imposition of an increase in Baltimore City's recordation (0.15%) and transfer (0.6%) taxes with respect to [...]
Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS Installs 2019 Board of Directors
GREATER BALTIMORE BOARD OF REALTORS® INSTALLS 2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Georgiana Tyler Named President, Alyssia Essig Honored as REALTOR® of the Year BALTIMORE (December 2018) – The Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS® (GBBR) announced that Georgiana Tyler will lead its board of directors as president for 2019, at the [...]
2018 Summary of Legislative Changes & Practice Tips
2018 Summary of Legislative Changes & Practice Tips DOWNLOAD
Global Business Dialogues and Negotiations
In a competitive market, it is no longer a luxury or fad for corporations to become a part of international community. More than ever before, organizations are expanding their operations and marketing activities beyond national boundaries. Contract manufacturing, reaching out to more suitable investors, and realizing economies of scale are a [...]
Getting Started as a New Agent
By Melissa Evans, REALTOR, ABR, SRS, PSA Welcome to an exciting career! It can take some time and effort to get started as a new agent, but once you’ve built up your business, you’ll enjoy the flexibility and rewards of life as a REALTOR. Now that you’ve completed your [...]
First Time Home Buyers Article for GBBR due July 30th
First Time Home Buyers, steps to finding the right agent, getting prequalified, making a wish list of must haves and compromising, working within your budget, home buying process (showings to offer to settlement) Step 1 - First Time Buyers – How do I find the “right agent”? Buying your [...]
The Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS® Charitable Foundation
The Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS® is the nation’s first and oldest real estate association. GBBR was founded in 1858 and is celebrating its 160th anniversary this year! They are a founding member of the National Association of REALTORS® as well as Maryland REALTORS® and they have over 4,500 [...]
GBBR Legislative Update
As legislative counsel for GBBR, we track all local and state legislation affecting anything related to property rights and real estate. Please see a breakdown below of both recent activity in Baltimore City and the State: Baltimore City At the end of 2017 leading into 2018, Baltimore City Councilman [...]
2018 Tax changes Summarized – Individual 1040
Most tax brackets decreased 3% with the maximum rate of 39.6% for 2017 and 37% for 2018 401K deferrals are limited to $18,000 in 2017 and $18,500 in 2018 Maximum child tax credit amount per child was doubled for 2018 to $2,000 per “qualifying child” with phase outs as [...]
NEW REQUIREMENT – CITY OF BALTIMORE RENTAL INSPECTIONS
By Robert Curtin Agents and Brokers; If you have rental units in the City of Baltimore that you are managing, selling or renting for your clients; Beginning August 1st, (tomorrow), the City of Baltimore requires ALL rental units to be inspected by Licensed Home Inspectors and file the new inspection [...]
BUYING AUCTION PROPERTIES AND FORECLOSURES
By Michael Campanella I have been purchasing properties at auction for 31 years now and would be happy to answer questions anyone may have on the subject.