RACM Update with President, Cherie Benoit

Click the image above to watch Cherie Benoit's updates or watch it here.

September is REALTOR® Safety Month

RACM is hosting a REALTOR® Safety Class on Thursday, September 12

from 10 AM - 12 PM at

560 Boston Turnpike Rd (Route 9), Shrewsbury, MA.

Earn 2 CEUs!

Join us after class for a Taekwondo lesson.

NAR REALTOR® Safety Month Webinar

September 18 at 1:00 PM EST

Community Action

MAR Charitable Foundation: Fall 2024 Grant

The fall grant application deadline is October 8, 2024. If you are interested in applying, please reach out the RACM Staff ASAP for more information.

All applications are reviewed at the local level before submission to the MAR Charitable Foundation Trustees for final approval.

 

Annual MAR Charitable Foundation Silent Auction

The silent auction is an important annual tradition and a great way to get fabulous items while supporting non-profit charities. 

Bidding closes immediately following the MAR Awards & Recognition Luncheon at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, September 10th. Bid on the items HERE.

Winners will be notified through the virtual platform.

 

Follow the MAR Charitable Foundation on Facebook.

 

Abby's House 15th Annual Hybrid 5K Run/Walk

In-Person Run/Walk: October 19, 2024 at 9 AM

Virtual Run/Walk: October 12 - 19
Register Here

Government Affairs

RACM's Legislative Breakfast

The last day to register is Wednesday, September 11

Notes from the MAR Legal Hotline

View the September MAR Notes from the Legal Hotline, where MAR addresses listing broker offers of compensation, working with unrepresented buyers, and a new ruling on rental fees.

End of 2023-2024 Season Highlights from MAR's Legal Team

The two-year legislative session came to a close, view the highlights here.

Member Engagement

🔦 RACM's Monthly Member Benefit Spotlight:

Realtors Property Resource® (RPR) is a data platform built for REALTORS® and is free for members. It's a painless way to share property and market data with your clients. LEARN MORE!

 

2025 Membership Dues

2025 Membership Dues invoices will be emailed to all members on October 1, 2024. Invoices will NOT be mailed via the U.S. Postal Service.

The Budget Plan Option is only available until October 31, 2024.

Click the images below for more information.

Broker/Owner

The Quarter 3 Broker Power Series on Forms

will be on Tuesday, September 17, from 9 AM – 11 AM with MAR's Kate Berard. This will cover important information about the new forms, and you can learn more about them HERE!
This session is for Brokers & Owners Only
REGISTER HERE!

New Member Orientation at RACM

RACM has brought back LIVE New Member Orientations in the RACM Classroom. The orientation will include the mandatory Code of Ethics class. Dates include:

Wednesday, September 18, 8:30 AM - 12 PM

Wednesday, November 20, 8:30 AM - 12 PM

Register on our website, and reach out to the Membership Department at membership@realtorscentralma.org for questions.

Stay Informed with NAR Lawsuit Updates

The NAR Practice Changes went into effect on August 17, 2024

 

You can stay connected and informed with us on social media and on our website for all ongoing NAR Settlement Updates and Practice Changes. 

 

NAR has released Consumer Guides, that can be viewed and downloaded HERE.

RACM Upcoming Programs & Events

All REALTORS® must take the Code of Ethics by December 31!

You can earn 2 CEUs by attending one of our live classes, which are offered twice a month. Check the calendar for all available dates.

Click HERE for more information and to Register.

 

2025 Committee Night

Tuesday, October 1, from 4 - 6 PM, in the RACM Classroom.

Join us for to learn all about Committees & see which one could be the right fit for you! Register Here.

If you cannot attend, you can still apply to be a part of a 2025 Committee! Access the application here.

 

2024 Annual Meeting - Wednesday, October 16

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM, at the Spencer Country Inn

Register Here

 

RACM is hosting the presentation  "Homelessness is a Housing Problem" on Friday, October 18, from 10 am to 12 pm in the RACM Classroom. The presentation will include a talk from Dr. Gregg Colburn about his book, followed by a Q&A session. Register Here.

 

RACM's 2025 Installation of Officers & Directors
Thursday, December 5, 3:30 PM - 6 PM

at the Beechwood Hotel, Worcester, MA

REGISTER NOW!

 

Professional Development Offerings

Click below for more details about the upcoming programs and events:

ABR Designation Elective Option 1 at RACM:

Real Estate Investing: Build Wealth Representing Investors &

Becoming One Yourself Certificate Course

Wednesday, October 2, 8:45 AM - 5 PM, RACM Classroom, Auburn, MA

Learn more and Register HERE

ABR Designation Elective Option 2 at RACM:

New-Home Construction & Buyer Representation - Professionals, Product, Process Certificate Course

Wednesday, October 30, 8:45 AM - 5 PM, RACM Classroom, Auburn, MA

Learn more and Register HERE

Promote Your Business!

Become a Designation Course Sponsor

2 Opportunities Available:

Wednesday, October 2, 2024: Real Estate Investing

Wednesday, October 30, 2024: New-Home Construction

Please email the Membership Department for more details.

 

MAR & NAR Upcoming Events

MAR's Annual Awards & Recognition Luncheon

September 10, from 11:30 AM to 1 PM at Granite Links in Quincy. Celebrate with Massachusetts REALTORS® and honor our REALTOR® of the Year, Chris Whitten! Register HERE

 

Are you ready to take your real estate career to the next level?

Take GRI 301: Technology on SEPTEMBER 17, 18, 24, 25, 2024, from 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM each day

Tailored to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in today's dynamic market, GRI 301: Technology with Kimberly Allard is fully virtual, offering you the flexibility to learn from anywhere. Plus, you will earn 6 CE Credits. REGISTER HERE!

 

MAR 100-Year Celebration & Installation of Officers & Directors

October 24 at Union Station, Worcester, MA
Come celebrate MAR's Centennial and see RACM's Sarah Gustafson be installed as the 2025 MAR President!

Learn more and Register HERE

 

NAR NXT, the REALTOR® Experience is coming to Boston

November 8 - 10, in Boston

Learn more and Register HERE

 

Connections is presented by the

REALTOR® ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS

492 Washington St, Auburn, MA 01501

508-832-6600

 

RACM’s MISSION:

Empower members with the resources to achieve professional success.

RACM’s VISION:

The benchmark for excellence in the real estate industry.

 

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