MSBR Newsletter for April 14, 2026

Fair Housing Month

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On April 11, 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1968. Title VIII, the Fair Housing Act, prohibited housing discrimination based on “race, color, religion and national origin.” In 1974, a prohibition on sex discrimination was added, and in 1988, the law was expanded to include disability and familial status as protected classes. The law applies to any aspect of the residential real estate transaction—including the sale, appraisal and financing.

Grab Fair Housing Month resources and sign up to attend NAR's virtual “Fair Housing Forward Live,” which takes place April 23

MSBR Outreach: Rolling Up Our Sleeves for Good

Thank you to Dormaim Green, Ron Molock, Petra Quinn, Sharon Spedden, Katie Stecklair and a HS volunteer for their time and effort in beautifying Calvin Mowbray Park. REALTORS in ACTION!

Join NAR for a special live event on April 23 at 1 P.M.

Fair Housing Month is an opportunity to build trust across your business, better support your agents and expand access to homeownership in your community.

As we commemorate the Fair Housing Act of 1968, REALTORS remains committed to upholding the highest professional standards. Join NAR for a special live event on April 23 at 1 P.M. ET

Don't get locked out!

SentriLock cut off date is

April 22nd

Dues for 2026 SentriLock are $189-

SentriLock fee is payable to MSBR

Pay by April 17, 2026

Checks must be in the office by 4:30pm April 22nd to avoid being cut-off.

Shut off date is April 22, 2026 at 5pm

Reinstatement fee is $50.00

Out and About

Caroline County Primary Elections are June 23rd from 7am-8pm.
The Town of Easton invites the broader community to participate in discussions for the future redevelopment of Easton hospital site. A multi-day public design charrette will take place April 19–23 at the Multi-Family Center at Easton Church of God (1009 N. Washington Street). Additional details, including the full charrette schedule, will be announced soon on our Sodo Subarea Plan project page, Facebook page, and on the Town Website.
Celebrate Talbot Day on Sunday, April 26: In 2026, Talbot County proudly celebrates its 365th anniversary alongside the nation’s 250th anniversary. This year’s Talbot Day celebration will highlight both historic milestones.

Community Ice Cream Social & Celebration: Bring the whole family to the Courthouse lawn for a Talbot Day birthday celebration! Enjoy sweet treats, live music, and creative activities. April 26, 2026 | 5:00 PM Back Courthouse Lawn

Lunch Sponsors:

LeeAnne Fleming, with Nova Insurance Partners 484-580-6661

lfleming@novainsurancepartners.com

www.novainsurancepartners.com

Denise Hering, Settlement Officer with Evans Title, LLC

201 N. Main Street, Federalsburg, MD 21632 (p) 410-754-5755

denise.evanstitle@gmail.com

Breakfast Sponsor

Sarah Whitby, owner and Settlement Officer of Title Assist, LLC

103 Central Avenue, Suite 1, Ridgely, MD 21660

www.TitleAssist.com (443) 362-0711

MSBR Marathon 15 CE Credits over 2-Days

Includes breakfast and lunch

Register for one class, one day or all 15 hours

Another Amazing MSBR Membership Benefit --

CE at no additional cost to YOU

Interested in connecting with the agents?

MSBR needs one more lunch sponsor!

Connect with Chris@msbrmd.com or 410-822-8767

Maryland REALTORS Classes & Events

Certified International Property Specialists 5 classes: May 13, 14, 15 and May 20 & 21 all 5 for $250 or any one day $80 9am-5pm
SRES: June 1 and 3rd Hybrid The Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) designation is for REALTORS® who want to be able to meet the special needs of maturing Americans when selling, buying, relocating, or refinancing residential or investment properties. MSBR and others are offering the SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist) in a hybrid setting on June 1 and 3 for $75. In-person classes will be at Maryland REALTORS office in Annapolis and lunch will be provided. Registration is open. https://www.mdrealtor.org/SRES
IDEA event June 4th 10-1pm at Merriweather Post Lake House in Columbia. Join The Big IDEA workshop. This transformative event is designed to broaden your network and empower you with the tools and insights necessary to foster inclusive environments within the REALTOR® community.
State Conference in Ocean City September 29 - October 1

IDEA Committee Hosting Financial Literacy Sessions

This dynamic committee will be hosting Financial Literacy Sessions across the Mid-Shore region.

I.D. E. A. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Assessability

Diversity is a Fact. Inclusion is an Act.

Interested in learning more?

Holly Anderson Co-Chair

Myisha Walker Co-Chair

Legislation & Regulation

RPAC helping your bottom line

Senate passes landmark housing legislation

Last month, the U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, advancing one of the most significant federal efforts to address the nation's housing supply and affordability challenges in decades. The National Association of REALTORS® strongly supported the bill.

NAR has spent years building the foundation for this moment, partnering with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.

Help continue real estate bipartisan work

Contribute to RPAC

Check out Maryland REALTORS magazine featuring MSBR President Shandell Green, along with other local Board Presidents

Congratulations Sarah on your new location for Title Assist, LLC on 103 Central Ave Ridgely, MD

Sarah Whitby, Title Assist, LLC

103 Central Avenue, Suite 1, Ridgely, MD 21660

www.TitleAssist.com (410) 634-3310 (O) / (443) 362-0711 (C)

In just 2½ years, because of your generosity and participation, MSBR has helped 57 families achieve homeownership through the Love Down Payment Grant Program.

Each of these families worked with MSBR REALTORS®; Title Companies and Lenders, turning the dream of homeownership into a reality—right here in our communities.

Let’s keep the momentum going.

You can make a difference by:

Making a one-time donation, or

Choosing a recurring donation to extend your impact all year long.

Every dollar matters.

Every contribution helps open the door to homeownership.

Together, we can help even more families take that life-changing step.