June 12, 2023
Registration is Open for Free Member Summer Happy Hour

Wednesday, July 12, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club
294 Pine Orchard Rd., Branford

Join us for delicious food, drinks, music, fun, giveaways and the always popular, Emcee Brian Smith. There will be fun games with our Sponsors. This is a terrific opportunity to network at a fun, festive & FREE member event! Bring your business cards for the raffles!

This event will sell out so register today! Register
There is a suggested $5.00 donation to the NHMR Foundation to support the Foundation's mission of improving lives in our communities, with a focus on eliminating homelessness.
Dress code: Business casual, no t-shirts or ripped jeans

Thank you to our Sponsors: As of 6/12/23

Hors d'oeuvres Sponsors
• Tanks Be Gone
• Liberty Bank
• Miranda Team Pillar to Post Home Inspectors
Entertainment Sponsor
• M&T Bank
Event Sponsors
• Guilford Savings Bank
• CT RE Closing Attorneys
NEW EVENT: NEW HAVEN MIDDLESEX REALTORS FOUNDATION
CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT & NETWORKING EVENT

Lyman Orchards Golf Club, Jones Course
Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Registration is Open to ALL. Click for Details
Thank you to Shred Fest & Animal Shelter Fundraiser Participants

Thank you to Just Dump It and College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving for sponsoring our Free Shredding Event and NHMR Foundation Animal Shelter Fundraiser. The event collected nearly $1,000 plus lots of needed items for the Dan Cosgrove and North Haven Animal Shelters.
Welcome New Affiliate Members
Law Offices of Karen DeMartino, LLC

Servicing both residential and commercial real estate closings.
Primary Contact: Karen DeMartino
Phone: (203) 488-5548
Click here to visit her website
Please give our Affiliate Members an opportunity to earn your business!
New Affiliate Member Discount for June

If you haven't taken a moment to consider who you think would be a great NHMR Industry Partner, now is the perfect time! During the month of June, we are offering a $25 discount to NEW Affiliate members. For a small annual fee, NHMR Affiliate members receive a TON of benefits. And with our Affiliate Membership Referral Reward Program, if someone you refer decides to join, you'll be entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card! WIN/WIN!

Click here for details. It couldn't be easier to participate. Contact Crystal Soucy with the business name, contact person and their email address and she'll take it from there!
SmartMLS Update
SmartMLS Retiring Matrix in Mid-July; Agents should transition to connectMLS

SmartMLS has announced that it will be retiring Matrix in July and agents are encouraged to begin transitioning to ConnectMLS now. Members' contacts and saved searches are available in the system, and with a few clicks, Members can tailor connectMLS to support their personal workflow. The SmartMLS team will guide this transition with transparency and efficiency while offering training opportunities to make it as easy as possible. Check out this FAQ.

To log-in, click the connectMLS tile on your dashboard. It is important to become familiar with connectMLS before Matrix is removed. Click here to view training sessions and helpful materials available.
Education & Designation Programs
CE Classes

Upcoming Classes:
  • CT Agency Law for Real Estate Licensees (Mandatory) - June 15
CE Frequently Asked Questions

NHMR has posted a Continuing Education FAQ on our website. Scroll down to the FAQ for questions regarding the deadline dates, Code of Ethics requirements and more!
Designation & Certification Courses - Virtual

Dynamic Directions is offering several upcoming designation & certification courses with CE credit. Click for details.
Updates
W9s for Buyer Brokers

It is an IRS rule that the receiving agent paid over $600 has to receive a W9.

Please refer to the information found in this link on the NAR web site: https://www.nar.realtor/legal/irs-requires-reporting-of-cooperative-commissions
Additional Fair Housing Protected Class

State statute now protects individuals from discrimination in housing based on erased criminal history record information. The CTR Fair Housing Notice for Sellers and Landlords is updated and posted at ctrealtors.com/fairhousing. The version in the electronic forms libraries is in the process of being updated.
Do You Know Green Homes?

Learn how to speak effectively about energy efficiency and sustainability with Home Performance Counts, a joint initiative from NAR and the National Association of Home Builders. The website features videos, articles, expert tips and other resources to help members communicate the value of green home features without the jargon.

This link will also be added to NHMR's Home Energy Resource page
NAR Report: Majority of Agents, Brokers Find Value in Promoting Energy Efficiency in Listings

The 2023 REALTORS® and Sustainability Report – Residential examines sustainability issues facing the real estate industry. A majority (63%) of agents and brokers said promoting energy efficiency in listings is valuable.

In Sympathy
 
We are saddened to announce the passing of Sharyn Page of Calcagni Real Estate in April, and Lois Dudley, formerly of Pearce Real Estate earlier this month.

We send our deepest condolences to their friends and family.
Member Updates
 
Click here for the latest updates on Member transfers, office updates and more. 
Reminders
Free NHMR Trade Show

Thursday, October 5,
12 - 3 p.m.
The Woodwinds
29 Schoolground Rd., Branford

Save on Your Next Car Rental

Make the most of your summer travel plans with our limited-time offer on car rentals. Through July 31, NHMR members enjoy special savings on car rentals through Avis and Budget. Terms apply. To learn more, visit bit.ly/nhmr_avis or bit.ly/nhmr_bgt
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. 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!
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.
Annual Sponsors
Silver Sponsor
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!