9 September The Beach Is Calling … by Jacky Mueck Events, Professional Development 0 0 Comment 255 By Jacky Mueck Communications and Advocacy Administrator for Maryland REALTORS® Maryland REALTORS®’ Annual Conference Returns to Ocean City and Looks Forward to Your Arrival! First, let’s get to the important stuff: Have you registered yet for “Back to the Beach,” Maryland REALTORS®’ Annual Conference, to be held at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland, September 16–19? You haven’t?? Well, then, follow this link to register today! Why register for this annual event? Read on! The Conference & Events Program Advisory Committee has been hard at work to bring you an exciting conference, reimagined from the ground up, with essential industry leaders, insights, and knowledge that you won’t want to miss. And, of course, have some fun in the OC Sun! Our celebrity keynote speaker, Ryan Serhant, you might know from his impeccable luxury real estate reputation, his YouTube channel, his Netflix show, Million Dollar Listing New York, and more. More than just the CEO of his company, SERHANT, he’s a leading voice in the industry for experts and consumers alike. Author of three books, including Sell it Like Serhant and Brand It Like Serhant, his experience and insights are valued across the real estate market and beyond. As one of the most followed real estate influencers in the world, Serhant’s keynote will provide attendees with vital information about the intersection of technology and the current real estate market. Strap on, because this keynote alone will take you places! And what about CE? We’ll have plenty! Earn up to 18.5 hours of continuing education over the four days of the conference. Choose from electives—such as serving clients with different abilities, divorce in real estate, and more. Renewing your license for the first time? We’re offering all the newly licensed renewal requirements! Conference CE List Contracts Law Review (F/1.5) Offered twice! Fair Housing (C/1.5) Offered twice! Legal/Leg Update (A/3) Offered twice! Ethics (D/3) 1pm-4pm Offered twice! Broker Supervision (I/3) Intersection of Divorce, Real Property, Mortgage Planning (F/1.5) Serving Clients with Different Abilities (F/1.5) BRAD (H/3) Offered twice! All About ADUs (F/1.5) All Newly Licensed Requirements Offered! Principles of Real Estate Practice (L/3) Contracts for newly licensed (J/3) BRAD (H/3) Financing for Newly Licensed (O/1.5) Professionalism (N/1.5) Property Management and Landlord and Tenant Laws (M/3) Beyond CE, we also have an incredible lineup of speakers for non-CE sessions. Learn about the latest in investment strategies, building a YouTube brand and channel, The Trust Agent–Reading Body Language, Artificial Intelligence (AI) in real estate, and so much more. Industry experts will share their knowledge to help you learn what could be next in your advancement in real estate. Of course, the issue that is on everyone’s mind—the NAR settlement—will be discussed in detail. CEO Chuck Kasky, Maryland REALTORS®’ 2024 President Chris Hill, and industry experts will discuss the path forward, with industry changes going into effect August 14, 2024. When you register, you can choose from the many sessions available. Important tip: keep your confirmation code handy. If you want to change which sessions to attend, this code will help you, in advance of the conference. Our Exhibit Hall will be the main attraction! In addition to connecting and networking with our exhibitors, see what’s happening at our Tiki Hut Center Stage for special presentations. When you see a large umbrella stand, visit! You may find a sponsor offering refreshments and relaxation. The entire Exhibit Area has been designed to give attendees an opportunity to network with their peers, exhibitors, and others in a fun and engaging manner. Exhibitors, from brokerages to title companies, services, and our friends from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development and the Maryland Mortgage Program, will be available to answer questions and even strategize with you. You’ll make connections to further your expertise. Have you signed up to be an Exhibitor? Sign up here! To enhance your networking, we’ve planned multiple happy hours (because, you know, at the Beach it’s five o’clock somewhere) and special events and activities! Tiki boat tours, headshot huts, “selfie stations” where you can get your picture “on the beach” or be the next Cover Star of Maryland REALTOR® magazine. and themed Umbrella Stands, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to dip your toes in the figurative sand while making meaningful connections with key exhibitors and colleagues. And make sure to keep your sunset open on September 17, as we invite you to a concert and fun activities with the Landsharks Band, heavily influenced by the music of Jimmy Buffet. This is fun that you can’t miss! These events and other opportunities are sponsor-friendly! Want your company’s name adorning our Tiki Hut, or presenting the Landsharks Band, or even the must-see keynote with Ryan Serhant? Want to sponsor our headshot hut, to provide attendees professional headshots for free? Click this link to become a sponsor or email jacky.mueck@mdrealtor.org. “Back to the Beach,” along with returning to the vibe of Ocean City, will also bring back another tradition. Our Annual Installation and Awards Ceremony will take place Wednesday, September 18. Join us as we celebrate a new slate of Industry Award winners and our new 2025 leadership, headlined by our next association President, Cheryl Abrams Davis. Registration is only $35. More details coming soon! Come for the beach and stay for the education, networking, fun, and engagement! Bring your Hawaiian shirt, flip flops, beach hat—and we’ll provide the beach towel…one of the gifts—along with a drink koozie—coming from your friends at Maryland REALTORS®. See you in September…we can’t wait to see you at the beach! Do’s and Don’ts of Conference CE Before you join us at the conference, make sure you check your license renewal date! Starting October 2024, all required CE must be complete 30 days in advance of your renewal date (Senate Bill 564). DO Check your current CE Status from MREC to know which classes you need. Have your license or M1 (NRDS) number easily accessible. Check in at the CE Registration table before class starts. Bring your ID to show us when you sign in—no matter how well we know you! Arrive early to your class. Put away all your electronics, including cell phones and laptops. Take notes! Use pen and paper to take notes on the important updates and information you’ll gain. Remember to sign out at the end of the session. Enjoy the class and participate! DON’T Be late! Remember, you cannot gain credit for a CE class if you are more than 5 minutes late to a session. Forget all CE sessions follow MREC standards! Annual Conference, AS24, Back to the Beach, Conference Share Comments are closed.