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The Audit Committee makes recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding the appointment of an outside auditor and acceptance of the financial audit of the Association. The Committee is responsible for reviewing the Association’s audit documents and regulatory filings. The members of the Committee include an independent, non-REALTOR® CPA that provides technical support in the review of documents.

The MAR Charitable foundation raises monetary donations and provides grants for the temporary relief of disaster victims or other emergency hardship. It operates a disaster assistance relief grant program for victims of natural disasters, offers financial assistance to Massachusetts-based organizations that provide affordable housing, home-buyer counseling, shelter, and emergency care services to persons transitioning from temporary to permanent housing.

The Consumer Awareness Task Force meets to discuss and set goals of improving consumer awareness of Realtors through paid and earned media. Members of the committee will discuss and guide messaging and types of programs that can be used to increase awareness.

The purpose of the Diversity, Inclusion, and Member Engagement Task Force is to support and engage in programs and activities of organizations and initiatives that encourage diversity in member involvement and leadership opportunities.

The charge of the Education Committee is to plan educational programming and events including but not limited to: GRI Programs; online CE Courses; international and broker education; and other professional development programs.

The Finance Committee (FinCom) makes recommendations to the Treasurer, Executive Committee and the Board of Directors regarding the financial matters of the Association.  FinCom responsibilities include budgeting and financial statement review.

The Forms Content Advisory Committee monitors and advises the MAR attorneys regarding MassForms™. The Committee discusses and implements revisions to existing forms, as well as creating new forms, when necessary. The Committee's goal is to ensure that the MAR Forms Library contains accurate, up-to-date, necessary forms to assist REALTORS throughout a real estate transaction. The Committee meets approximately 3 times per year.

The charge of the Government Affairs Committee shall be to review current legislative and regulatory issues. The Committee is authorized to make decisions with MAR professional staff regarding MAR positions on regulatory and legislative issues pursuant to the MAR Public Policy Statement. The Committee shall oversee the Private Property Protection Fund to the extent authorized in the Fund’s guidelines. MAR's Government Affairs Committee reviews current legislative and regulatory issues and provides input and strategic advice to MAR leadership and staff. Meetings: Approximately 5 times per year.

The MAR Gratitude Project was created by the 2018-2019 Leadership Academy as a way to recognize the unsung heroes of the Realtor® community. The Gratitude Project is overseen by a group of Realtor® volunteers who screen nominees each month. Honorees of the Gratitude Project must be Massachusetts Association of Realtor® members and must have engaged in or performed a discernible act of kindness/charity/service outside of their ordinary duties as a real estate professional. Those recognized will receive a small token of gratitude in the mail along with a personalized thank you card from the MAR President.

The charge of the Grievance Committee is to review Ethics and Arbitration Complaints pursuant to the NAR Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual.

The Investment Committee acts for and reports to the Board of Directors regarding all investment activities of the Association. Guided by an independent outside professional investment advisory firm, the Committee ensures compliance with MAR investment policies.

The charge of the Member Benefits Committee shall be to evaluate, provide and promote services and products that benefit a member's business and enhance services and value to MAR members. The Member Benefits Committee shall have the authority to review, approve and terminate affinity partnerships. To provide and promote services and products that benefit a member's business and enhance member value to its members. As well as monitor e-platform vendors that house MassForms. Meetings: The Member Benefits Committee shall meet approximately 6 times per year.

The charge of the Professional Standards Committee is to continue to provide fair, ethical and consistent Professional Standards services through experienced and well-trained members. Members shall be available to serve pursuant to the MAR Interboard Arbitration Agreement and the Interstate Arbitration Agreement, including but not limited to: offering mediation, ombudsman, grievance, and arbitration.

The charge of the Special Events Task Force is to select future site locations, plan educational programs and speakers for the 2019 MAR Conference & Trade Show, review the Awards Dinner and Installation budgets, oversee other exciting events, including but not limited to: One-day education fair, Professional Awards and Installation. Looking for volunteers who may have conference and/or educational event planning experience and instructors. Formerly the Conference and Trade Show Committee.

A group of young, career-minded real estate professionals who want to stay abreast of the latest tools, resources, and networking opportunities. As home buyers get younger and the real estate industry constantly evolves, MAR YPN sets out to ensure young professionals' voices and ideas are heard within the industry. The Young Professionals Network is a dynamic entry point for real estate professionals striving to become more successful in their careers and gain leadership experience. By providing this entry point, MAR is building a new, diverse generation of leaders, strengthening members' affinity for the Realtor® brand early in their career, and gaining a valuable perspective on generational shifts.