Online Webinar Archive
2026 HCAR Economic Outlook Webinar with Dr. Lisa Sturtevant
1/29/2026
The Howard County Association of REALTORS® (HCAR) hosted its 2026 Economic Outlook Webinar on January 29, featuring Dr. Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist at Bright MLS. In this recorded session, Dr. Sturtevant provides expert insight into economic and housing market trends impacting real estate professionals and the broader housing market in 2026.
HCAR 2025 General Membership Meeting
6/23/2025
HCAR held its 2025 General Membership meeting on Monday, June 23, 2025, to discuss the state of the association, financial report, operational update, legislative update, HCAR Cares update, and opportunity for members to provide leadership with feedback on how HCAR may continue to serve them.
Drawing the Line: How Redlining Shaped Inequality
2/19/2025
HCAR's DEI Committee hosted a webinar on Drawing the Line: How Redlining Shaped Inequality on Feb. 19, 2025. Watch this video to learn more.
2025 Economic Forecast w/ Dr. Lawrence Yun
2/05/2025
Dr. Lawrence Yun, National Association of REALTORS® Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research, sat down with HCAR to discuss his 2025 State of the Real Estate Market Economic Forecast.
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2024 Statewide Forms Updates
7/23/2024
On Tuesday, July 23, 2024, HCAR hosted a Statewide Forms Updates webinar with Maryland REALTORS® Associate Counsel, Taylor Kitzmiller, Esq., to provide an update on the existing Maryland forms and introduce new forms resulting from the NAR Settlement.
HCAR 2024 General Membership Meeting
6/21/2024
HCAR held its 2024 General Membership meeting on Friday, June 21, 2024, to discuss the state of the association, financial report, operational update, legislative update, HCAR Cares update, and opportunity for members to provide leadership with feedback on how HCAR may continue to serve them.
2023 State of the Market Webinar w/ Brandi Snowden
1/24/2023
On Tuesday, Jan. 24th, HCAR held its 2023 State of the Market webinar with Brandi Snowden, Member and Consumer Survey Research Director for the National Association of REALTORS®. She presented an overview of the 2022 market, as well as a preview of what to expect in 2023.
Presidents Coffee Chat - How to Thrive in a Changing Market
10/14/2022
On Friday, October 14th, 2022, HCAR sat down with Bright MLS Chief Economist, Dr. Lisa Sturtevant to discuss where the housing market is headed. During this webinar, Dr. Sturtevant gave an update on the economy and housing market, presented data on local market trends, and provided an outlook for 2023.
Presidents Coffee Chat - How to Thrive in a Changing Market
9/29/2022
On Thursday, September 29th, 2022, HCAR President Sarah Anderson sat down with local Real Estate professionals to discuss "How to Thrive in a Changing Market." The panel discussed best business practices in a shifting market, shared experiences from working through a variety of market conditions, and easy steps agents can take to keep thriving, even with market adjustments.
Breaking Down the New Contract w/ Kathleen Dartez
9/14/2022
On Wednesday, September 14th, 2022, HCAR hosted a webinar with Maryland REALTORS® Attorney Kathleen Dartez to get an in-depth look at the Maryland Contract of Sale changes that will go into effect on October 1st.
HCAR Town Talk: A real discussion w/ Howard County Executive Candidates
9/13/2022
On Tuesday, September 13, 2022, HCAR hosted HCAR Town Talk: A real discussion with Howard County Executives at the Horowitz Center at Howard Community College. This community event was moderated by Clarence M. Mitchell, IV "C4" of WBAL Radio, wherein each candidate had an opportunity to make a short statement, followed by a question and answer session from those in attendance and light refreshments.
Virtual Presidents Coffee Chat w/ Dr. Jessica Lautz
7/28/2022
On Thursday, July 28th, 2022, HCAR President Sarah Anderson sat down with the National Association of REALTORS® Vice President of Demographics and Behavioral Insights Dr. Jessica Lautz to discuss the current housing market and more.
HCAR 2022 General Membership Meeting
6/30/2022
HCAR held its 2022 General Membership meeting on Thursday, June 30, 2022, to discuss the state of the association, financial report, operational update, committee reports, HCAR Cares update, and opportunity for members to provide leadership with feedback on how HCAR may continue to serve them.
Virtual Presidents Coffee Chat w/ Bill Castelli and Blair Inniss
5/26/2022
On Thursday, May 26, 2022, HCAR President Sarah Anderson sat down with Maryland REALTORS® Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Bill Castelli and HCAR Government Affairs Director Blair Inniss to discuss Legislation passed this year in the Maryland General Assembly that will impact your business, and more.
The State of Fair Housing Today: A Legislative Chat
4/27/2022
HCAR's Fair Housing, Legislative and DEI Committees came together on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 to explore how fair housing law impacts our legislation. They discussed the implications and impacts of both the passed and failed bills and what it means for our actions as agents on the forefront of Fair Housing compliance.
HCAR Broker and Manger Breakfast w/ Kathleen Dartez, Esq.
4/21/2022
On Thursday, April 21, 2022 from 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM, HCAR sat down with Maryland REALTORS® Director of Legal Affairs, Kathleen Dartez, Esq., to discuss "Best Practices for Enhancing Professionalism, Acting Ethically, and Reducing Risks in a Challenging Market." This presentation also covers love letters, fair housing, one click rule, team advertising, and more.
Virtual Presidents Coffee Chat w/ GBBR President Nakia Evans
4/14/2022
On Thursday, April 14, 2022, HCAR President Sarah Anderson sat down with GBBR President Nakia Evans to discuss what makes a great leader, the value of the Maryland REALTORS® Leadership Academy, how to get involved at the local, state and national level, and more.
2022 Economic Forecast w/ Dr. Lawrence Yun
3/29/2022
Dr. Lawrence Yun, National Association of REALTORS® Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research, sat down with HCAR to discuss his 2022 State of the Real Estate Market Economic Forecast.
HCAR Broker and Manger Breakfast w/ SentriLock + Legislative Update
2/16/2022
On Wednesday, February 16 from 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM, HCAR sat down with SentriLock's VP of Operations & General Counsel, Nicole Schlosser and Customer Success Manager, Stephen Vaughn to discuss common questions, concerns, upcoming changes and more.
Virtual Presidents Coffee Chat w/ NAR President Leslie Rouda Smith
1/26/2022
On Wednesday, January 26, 2022, HCAR President Sarah Anderson sat down with 2021-2022 National Association of Realtors® President Leslie Rouda Smith to discuss how the Real Estate industry can grow strategically in the coming year and beyond.
DEI Town Hall Meeting: Reviewing The Redline
1/17/2022
Hosted by the DEI Committee: a presentation + Q&A given by Dr. Kara Hunt, Director of Education & Outreach | Maryland Commission on Civil Rights. Reviewing the Redline: An Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing for African Americans.
Broker & Manager Breakfast w/ Dr. Michael J. Martirano
9/29/2021
Hosted by the Broker & Manager Committee: a discussion + Q&A with Howard County Schools Superintendent about how the school system is managing during the pandemic, perspective on the County's new General Planning efforts, the future of schooling Howard County, and advice on leadership in an emotionally-charged and ever-changing environment.
Best Practices for Navigating Multiple Offers
9/1/2021
Hosted by the Education Committee: an open discussion and Q&A with Panel Members who share their best practices when assisting clients with multiple offers.
Legacy Building: Are You Ready To Own?
7/8/2021
Hosted by the HCAR Fair Housing Committee, this consumer-focused roundtable discussion looks at the challenges and benefits of building wealth through homeownership.
Hot Market, Hot Topics: Challenges and Concerns in Real Estate Webinar
6/24/2021
Hosted by the HCAR Education Committee, this panel of local experts discussed current and unique issues and situations in today's Real Estate Market.
Building Blocks for Your Business: 4 Ways to Grow Your Business
6/3/2021
Hosted by the HCAR YPN Committee, this webinar features industry experts discussing 4 ways to grow your business: what your lender did not tell you; putting systems into place; marketing outside of social media; and maintaining your work/life balance.
Fair Housing Symposium: Behind the Scene of Real Estate
4/21/2021
In recognition of Fair Housing Month, HCAR hosted Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist Bill Dedman, lead investigator on the Newsday documentary "Long Island Divided," and Lisa Rice of the National Fair Housing Alliance for this informative webinar.
2021 State of the Market w. Dr. Lawrence Yun
4/8/2021
Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research for the National Association of REALTORS®, made a presentation on national real estate trends and how they are affecting Howard County’s busy market.
2021 HCAR Virtual Mastermind
3/23/2021
Hosted by the HCAR Preferred Partner Outreach Committee, this Mastermind event provided education on virtual marketing and tools to help you immediately begin or evolve your current digital marketing initiatives. The event featured Engel Baldwin, VP of Digital Strategy & Integrated Marketing Solutions for Marriner Marketing, and Kate Westerlund of KMW Consulting.
Building Blocks for Your Business: Building Your Agent Support Team
3/12/2021
Hosted by the HCAR YPN Committee, this webinar featured local industry experts who discussed the tools and professionals that can help new agents expand and support their businesses.
Virtual Homebuyer Series: Inspections
2/24/2021
Hosted by the HCAR Fair Housing Committee, this webinar was moderated by Sofia Jones and featured home inspectors Alan Grubb and Rachel Oslund, who discussed the role of inspections in the homebuying process.
Virtual Homebuyer Series: The REALTOR®
2/17/2021
Hosted by the HCAR Fair Housing Committee, this webinar was moderated by Felicia Thompson and featured REALTORS® Deborah Willis and Julie Kelley, who discussed the role of REALTORS® in the homebuying process.
Virtual Homebuyer Series: The Lender
2/10/2021
Hosted by the HCAR Fair Housing Committee, this webinar was moderated by Piet de Dreu and featured Terry Catalano and Kimberly Smrek, who discussed the role of lenders in the homebuying process.
Fair Housing: What You Need To Know To Sell Your Home
1/27/2021
Hosted by the HCAR Fair Housing Committee, this webinar featured Chey Marineau, Compliance Officer with the Howard County Office of Human Rights & Equity, who discussed Fair Housing pitfalls you face when selling a home, as well as assistance for sellers when facing a hardship sale.
2020 Virtual Legislative Breakfast
12/9/2020
Hosted by the Legislative Committee, this event was moderated by Chair Alicyn DelZoppo and featured local and state elected officials.
Real Estate Market Update
12/5/2020
Hosted by the Fair Housing Committee, this event featured Legislative Committee Chair Alicyn DelZoppo, who discussed how legislative changes are impacting the real estate market. Ashlee Meija provided a market update, Kimberly Smrek provided a mortgage update, and Rosanna Blum provided a title update.
2020 YPN REALTOR® Panel: What Worked For You?
12/3/2020
Hosted by the YPN Committee, this event featured a panel of local REALTORS® who discussed the challenges they faced in 2020's unique market. The panel was moderated by YPN Chair Angel Tyler and featured HCAR President Shirley Matlock, HCAR Director Joe Bird, and Chance Hazelton.
Racial Inequity & Housing: A Path Forward (Maryland REALTORS® Webinar)
8/28/2020
Moderated by HCAR CEO Jessica Coates, this webinar discusses the ways housing policy affects wealth and how enacting legislation can address historic systemic inequities.
Race in Real Estate: A Panel Discussion
7/8/2020
In this panel discussion, industry leaders from the local, state, and national levels discuss race relations in our industry.
Protecting Your Investment: Why it's more important than ever
6/9/2020
In this panel discussion, HCAR Preferred Partners discuss the importance of home warranties and homeowner's insurance.
Preparing Your Listing For Today's Market
6/5/2020
In this panel discussion, HCAR Preferred Partners discuss best practices for preparing your listings in the COVID-19-era market.
Today's Mortgage Environment
6/2/2020
In this panel discussion, HCAR Preferred Partners discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the mortgage industry.
Fair Housing During COVID-19: Are You Breaking the Law?
5/28/2020
Hosted by the HCAR Fair Housing Committee, this panel of industry leaders discussed the importance of Fair Housing at all times, including during a global pandemic.
Myths vs. Facts: The CARES Act
5/21/2020
This webinar featured representatives from the National Association of REALTORS® who discussed benefits and unemployment assistance provided under the CARES Act.

