Government Affairs
Monitoring and lobbying of legislative issues which affect the public and the real estate industry. HCAR protects your interests.

Continuing Education Programs
Comprehensive courses on industry issues plus professional designation programs such as GRI. Credit hours for license renewal in Maryland are available. HCAR has entered into a reciprocal agreement with our neighboring associations so that our members can take their classes at the member rate.

Ethics Enforcement, Mediation and Arbitration
Enforcement of ethical business practices with a forum for complaints and recourse for satisfaction.

Communications and Web Site
Receive timely updates on an array of real estate issues via HCAR's electronic newsletter and special bulletins. Let us know your email address so that you can receive these communications.

Online Forms
Visit our Members Only section to obtain Howard County forms as well as membership-related forms.

Keybox and Supercard Services
State-of-the-art equipment and service for the Supra Electronic Keybox System for the HCAR and MARS regions. One of HCAR's most important benefits! Our staff is available to assist you with questions or problems at 410-715-1437.

Contracts and Addenda
A full line of ready-to-use contracts and addenda, revised and updated as needed, is available in our Members Only section of this website.

Reduced MRIS Rates
Enjoy significant monthly savings on regional MLS service as a member of HCAR.

Committees, Advisory Groups, and Task Forces
Share your views and expertise while building valuable relationships. Meet REALTORS^® from around the region. You can sign up to volunteer at our Committee Sign-Up page.

Annual Networking Opportunity and Mini-Trade Show - R.E.N.O.
Opportunity for networking, education and learning more about new products and services offered by industry-related professionals.

Other Networking Opportunities
HCAR sponsors a Spring Fling and a Golf Tournament each year as a way for REALTORS^® to network with each other and with affiliates.

Columbia MD location
Visit HCAR in Columbia, MD at 5501 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 111, if you have questions about your lockbox or keypad.

If you have any questions about membership benefits or real estate issues, please call us at 410-715-1437 or email our Staff at staff@HCAR.org. We are open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. to serve you.