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Coldwell Banker Around the World: June 2023

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Lakefront Bliss Made Possible at This New Hampshire Compound

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All-White Bathrooms Are Getting Drenched in Color

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Financial Literacy Curriculum in Maryland K-12 Schools with Executive Director at Maryland Council on Economic Education Julie Weaver

In this episode, Maryland REALTORS®’ CEO, Chuck Kasky, Esq. is joined by Julie Weaver, Executive Director at Maryland Council on Economic Education, to discuss improving financial literacy instruction in K-12 schools throughout Maryland. Julie breaks down the proposed curriculum requirements, the expected outcomes, and how developing positive financial decision-making skills as a student can create […]

Travel Coldwell Banker Around the World: June 2023 https://blog.coldwellbanker.com/coldwell-banker-around-the-world-june-2023/

Travel Lakefront Bliss Made Possible at This New Hampshire Compound https://blog.coldwellbankerluxury.com/lakefront-bliss-made-possible-at-this-new-hampshire-compound/

Uncategorized All-White Bathrooms Are Getting Drenched in Color https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/all-white-bathrooms-are-getting-drenched-in-color

Uncategorized Financial Literacy Curriculum in Maryland K-12 Schools with Executive Director at Maryland Council on Economic Education Julie Weaver In this episode, Maryland REALTORS®’ CEO, Chuck Kasky, Esq. is joined by Julie Weaver, Executive Director at Maryland Council on Economic Education, to discuss improving financial literacy instruction in K-12 schools throughout Maryland. Julie breaks down the proposed curriculum requirements, the expected outcomes, and how developing positive financial decision-making skills as a student can create […]

Uncategorized Get Ready for the Madness with a Sports Viewing Room Get Ready for the Madness with a Sports Viewing Room

Uncategorized Staging Tips to Sell Your Home This Spring https://blog.coldwellbanker.com/staging-tips-to-sell-your-home-this-spring/

Uncategorized Putting the Fabulous in PreFab https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/culture-scan/putting-the-fabulous-in-prefab

Uncategorized Department of Justice to Uphold NAR Settlement, the Future Legal Landscape, and the Value REALTORS® Provide with Katie Johnson, Esq. In this episode, Maryland REALTORS®' CEO, Chuck Kasky, Esq., provides historical context regarding past real estate practices, explores the future legal landscape of the industry, and examines a few potential unintended consequences that may ultimately affect consumers. He is joined by the National Association of REALTORS®' General Counsel and Chief Member Experience Officer, Katie Johnson, […]

Travel Around the World: Siena, Italy https://blog.coldwellbanker.com/coldwell-banker-around-the-world-january-2023/

Uncategorized The REAPS program at Coppin State University, Investing in Underserved Communities, and Missing Middle Housing with Hope Mims In this episode, Maryland REALTORS® CEO, Chuck Kasky and CEO and Principal Broker of Mims Realty Group, Hope L. Mims, discuss creating real estate career opportunities for college students, the process of generational wealth, pre and post licensing requirements for new agents, and using education as a vehicle to drive change in Maryland to address […]

Uncategorized 2023 Legislative Session Preview with Lisa May Chuck Kasky, Maryland REALTORS® CEO, is joined by Lisa May, Maryland REALTORS® Director of Advocacy and Public Policy, to discuss the top real estate issues and initiatives for the association during the 2023 legislative session. Learn what legislation will be proposed in 2023 and how newly elected state officials may be the catalysts for driving […]

Uncategorized The Abundant Housing Bill with Baltimore City Councilman Ryan Dorsey and Director of Advocacy Lisa May Maryland REALTORS®’ CEO, Chuck Kasky, is joined by Baltimore City Councilman, Ryan Dorsey, and Maryland REALTORS® Director of Advocacy, Lisa May, to discuss the historic limitations of single-family zoning that impedes new housing development and promotes exclusionary policies. Councilman Dorsey explains his proposed Abundant Housing Bill will seek to create diverse, affordable housing opportunities for […]

Mortgage Information Ways to Lower Your Mortgage Rate https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/incentives-come-in-many-forms-here-are-ways-to-lower-your-mortgage-rate-according-to-this-mortgage-company-ceo/

Uncategorized Current & Future Economic Trends in the Housing Market with Chief Economists Lisa Sturtevant of Bright MLS and Danielle Hale of Realtor.com (2022 Annual Conference Live Recording) Maryland REALTORS® CEO, Chuck Kasky is joined by Lisa Sturtevant, PhD, Chief Economist at Bright MLS, and Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, in Ocean City, Maryland at the 2022 Maryland REALTORS® Annual Conference. In this episode, Danielle and Lisa break down local and national market trends, how REALTORS® can assist consumers in navigating the […]

Uncategorized New Contract of Sale Updates with Thomas Drechsler and James Beslity, Esq. Maryland REALTORS® CEO, Chuck Kasky, Esq. is joined by Staff Attorney James Beslity, Esq. and Thomas Drechsler, Regional Council Sage Title Group and Chair of Maryland REALTORS® Contracts Taskforce, to implement major provisions and improvements within the contract of sale. The contract of sale is a main tool real estate agents and REALTORS® use to […]

Uncategorized REALTORS® Political Action Committee, Upcoming Primary Elections, with Mark Feinroth, Esq. and Kevin Turner Maryland REALTORS® CEO Chuck Kasky is joined by Maryland REALTORS® Director of Political Advocacy, Mark Feinroth and RPAC committee member Kevin Turner to discuss the functions and processes of RPAC. During this conversation Chuck, Mark, and Kevin break down the intricacies of RPAC funding, endorsements vs. funding a candidate, and the benefits of members engaging […]

Uncategorized Accessory Dwelling Units, Sustainable Solutions, AARP's ADU Model State Act and Local Ordinance, and How NIMBYISM Stifles Community Growth with Dr. Rodney Harrell and Alderman Brooks Schandelmeier Maryland REALTORS® CEO, Chuck Kasky is joined by Brooks Schandelmeier, Alderman of Annapolis and Dr. Rodney Harrell, Vice President of AARP's Policy Institute to discuss Affordable Dwelling Units (ADUs), as a creative and efficient solution to many of the housing issues faced by Marylanders and citizens around the country (approx. 90% of the U.S. lags […]

Uncategorized Are Your Advertisements in Compliance? The Rules of Advertising, Fines, The One-Click Rule, and Consumer Protection Policy Maryland REALTORS® CEO, Chuck Kasky, Esq. and Legal Affairs Director, Kathleen Dartez, Esq. discuss the new advertising regulations set by the Maryland Real Estate Commission. They also explore the process of evaluating advertisements that could penalize the agent and the broker. Another update they discuss is the digital aspect of advertising such as social media, […]

Uncategorized 2022 Maryland Legislative Session Preview with Bill Castelli Chuck Kasky, Maryland REALTORS®' CEO, gets an in depth look into the appraisal industry from Francios (Frank) Gregoire ASA IFA RAA. Frank is a REALTOR® who has over 30 years in the real estate industry as a state certified residential appraisal and residential appraisal instructor. He is the 2022 Chair of NAR's Real Property Evaluation […]

Uncategorized Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts within REALTOR® Associations Maryland REALTORS®’ CEO, Chuck Kasky, and Maryland REALTORS®’ Director of Information Technology, Michael Cunningham have an insightful and futuristic conversation on how technology integration has and still is revolutionizing the real estate industry since the beginning of the pandemic. Michael also breaks down the importance on securing internal and external data, what are the best […]