March 20, 2023
Free Home Energy Savings Seminar & Lunch
 
April 11, 11:30 - 1:30
NHMR Guilford
 
Don't miss this stellar panel that includes a national speaker plus representatives from Eversource, UI & the CT Green Bank to discuss how Realtors, homeowners, builders and investors can take advantage of cost saving energy efficiency programs. Learn what constitutes a high performance home and how you can guide clients to leverage the benefits of home energy efficiency and sustainability.
Our expert panel will discuss:
• Energy assessments
• Energy rebates & tax credits
• Solar
• Financing green improvements
• Programs related to:
  • Existing Homes
  • New Construction
  • Multi-family (owner-occupied and investor)
  • Condominiums
• Maximizing a High Performance Home’s Value from Listing to Close
  • Valuation, appraisals, market advantage
In-Person Presentation

Join us for Lunch & Panel Discussion followed by Coffee, Dessert & Networking and an opportunity to talk to the panelists one on one!


Lunch catered by
NHMR Blood Drive - Help Fill Our Schedule
 
March 22, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
NHMR Guilford
 
Blood supply is at critically low levels yet demand is high! The region is at a 1-to-2-day supply level, but it should be at a 5-to-7-day supply level. Just one donation can save three lives!
 
During the month of March, the CT Blood Center is doing a special promotion to encourage donations. All presenting donors will be entered into a weekly drawing for an e-gift card for Apple or Beat earbuds.
Click here to watch the local news story on the blood supply shortage.
 
Training & Events
Power Lunch - March 30

The Intersection of Divorce, Real Property, and Mortgage Planning

A stronger understanding of the Divorce space
The real intersection of family law, real estate, and mortgage financing
Safeguards to protect yourself and your license

Presented by Marc Meglio, Certified Divorce Lending Professional
Lunch catered by Guilford Marketplace,

Increase Your Bottom Line By Selling HUD Homes

March 24

Expand your business opportunities this year by selling HUD homes to your clients. Learn the process of identifying these homes, successful offer techniques and closing on time.

Virtual Presentation 
 
Webinar

Avoid the Most Expensive Tax Mistakes and Save Thousands!

March 23

NAR Real Estate Forecast Summit - March 22

NAR will hold a virtual economic and real estate summit that will provide an outlook on the changing commercial real estate market. NAR Chief Economist Dr. Lawrence Yun and guest, Dr. Caitlin Sugrue Walter from the National Multifamily Housing Council, will cover the commercial and multifamily sectors.

NHMR Shred Fest & Animal Shelter Fundraiser - Registration is Open

June 2, NHMR Guilford

NHMR Members - come by with the confidential paperwork you no longer need to be professionally shredded, free of charge. Monetary donations as well as goods will be collected to support the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter in Branford and the North Haven Animal Shelter.

RECORDING: Leveraging Social Media Panel

If you missed our last RAMP session, Alan Stewart Jr. moderated a dynamic discussion on the social media strategies our panelists use to make them stand out in a crowd and become their sphere's real estate authority figures. Great insight and takeaways!

Saturday CE Classes Available!

Classes for the 2022-2024 CE Cycle are in full swing! The mandatory course is:
CT Agency Law for Real Estate Licensees
You can register for this course now! We also recommend members take an Ethics class to fulfil the NAR mandate.


Reminder: New CE Completion Dates:
  • Brokers must complete CE prior to September 1, 2024 
  • Salespersons must complete CE PRIOR to March 1, 2024
Speak a Second Language or Have a Specialty? Update Your Member Profile & Take Advantage of "Search by Language" Feature

The FIND A REALTOR Page” on www.nhmrealtors.com allows consumers to specifically search by languages spoken. Would you like a language(s) added to your profile?? Please send an email to [email protected]
 
Your NHMR and NAR Member profiles also populate the searches used on Realtor.com for clients searching for a Realtor. If you have a specialty or speak a second language make sure it's in your profile to ensure that you are receiving the greatest exposure!
Are You Signed Up for Realtor Text Alerts?

Make sure that you are in the CTR text alert system to get breaking news of real estate-related legislation needing immediate action. This is a very effective way to get your REALTOR® voice heard by lawmakers. With just a few clicks, you can take action on real estate issues that impact your ability to do business.


All CT Realtors members opted-in to receive text alerts from CTR are eligible to win a $50 Gift Card!! 15 Days of Drawings! Daily Prizes!

Winners will be drawn at 10 am each weekday morning beginning March 1. The day's winner will be posted on the CTR Facebook pageCheck out the list of prizes!
New Haven-Milford #6 on the Realtor.com Hot Markets

The New Haven-Milford, CT market is #6 on the Realtor.com Hot Markets list for February 2023. These top markets are where homes sell fastest and have lots of potential buyers checking out each listing on Realtor.com, suggesting relatively favorable conditions for sellers.


Welcome New Affiliate Members
Richard Morse Designs

Home Staging. For more than 10 years we have been helping Realtors, Builders, and Flippers get top dollar for their properties! We own all our own furniture, and our 5,000 sq ft warehouse is filled to the roof with every size, shape, and design of furniture. Staged homes photograph better, sell faster and for more money!

Phone: (203) 435-4215
Click here to learn more
Norcom Mortgage

Mortgage lender with a focus on client experience and a complete selection of financing options.

Contact: Jim McLoughlin


Phone: (203) 430-4166

Click here to learn more
Win a $50 Amazon Gift Card

Recommend someone to join our Affiliate Member program and if they join, you’ll be entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card. There will be a new drawing each month.

Recommend any industry-related company or contractor you do business with. Send your referrals to [email protected]
NAR Updates
Apply for NAR Good Neighbor Award by April 18- Win a $10,000 Grant for Your Cause

Are you doing exceptional and extraordinary volunteer work to make the world a better place? Apply for NAR's Good Neighbor Award and the chance to win a $10,000 grant and invaluable national and local exposure for your cause. Entries are due April 19th. Learn more here
New REALTOR® Stories Hit Airwaves

A food truck owner who dreams of opening a bakery. City dwellers who need more space for a new pet. Empty nesters who want to be closer to family.

CT REALTORS Updates
Gates Scholarship Application Deadline April 10

The 2023 Raymond F. Gates, Jr. Memorial Scholarship application period is open. If you have a child/stepchild who is a high school senior or full-time college/vocational-technical/graduate student with at least 1 remaining term left to complete and you meet the membership requirements - they are eligible to apply.

Click here for details and to access the online application system.
Free Inman News Subscription Included with CTR Membership

Inman Select is an exclusive real estate news service with powerful insights and a community of real estate leaders.

Shop Realtor Items at the NHMR Online Board Store
 
You can shop the NHMR Board Store for Realtor items right from the NHMR member portal. Log into the portal and click on Shop. At checkout you can select whether you want the item shipped or can choose contact-free pick up at the office at no charge.
Member Updates

Click here for the latest updates on Member transfers, office updates and more. 
Annual Sponsors
NHMR Industry Partners Page & Online Affiliate Directory

Need a mortgage officer, real estate attorney, home inspector, photographer or stager? Have your clients asked you for recommendations for movers, insurance, mold, biohazard or fire & water cleanup?? Find the resources you need and more on our newly launched Industry Partners page on nhmrealtors.com!

Use this online directory of NHMR Affiliate Members as your go-to resource to help you in your business every day!  It’s a searchable listing of people, products and/or services that are useful to Realtors and is one of many ways we provide added value to our members. The directory is updated regularly so check back often for the latest additions.