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SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • FEBRUARY 16, 2024 |
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Celebrating Black History Month in Denver |
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Each February, Black History Month honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans to the country. Here’s how you can celebrate throughout the Denver metro area with lectures, dramatic performances, music and more, both before and after Black History Month! |
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SMDRA classes are offered IN-PERSON and on the ZOOM ONLINE platform in a live, online, instructor led format. Be sure to note where each class is held. Visit smdra.com for details.
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ZOOM Canva Work-shop Part 1: Beginner
Feb 21 - 10am to 11am
Members Free / $20 Others
0 CE Credits
Instructor: Lisa Suazo
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ZOOM Disclosure
and Inspection
Feb 21 - 1pm to 4pm
Members Free / $45 Others
3 CE Credits
Instructor: John Gillam
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IN-PERSON GRI 112: Marketing Tools
Feb 22 - 9am to 1pm
$50 for Everyone
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Rich Sands
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IN-PERSON GRI 106: Ethics & Prof. Practice
Feb 27 - 9am to 1pm
Members Free / $50 Others
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Jack O'Connor
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IN-PERSON New Member Orientation
Feb 27 - 2pm to 3:30pm
Members Free
0 CE Credits
Instructor: SMDRA Staff
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ZOOM 2024 Contract/ Form Changes
Feb 28 - 10am to 12pm
Members Free / $30 Others
2 CE Credits
Instructor: Doug Emmerich
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FREE EDUCATION FOR SMDRA MEMBERS!
ALL CLASSES except designations and certifications are FREE for SMDRA members.
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UPCOMING DESIGNATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS |
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Seller Representative Specialist
SRS Designation
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DATE: Wed & Thu, March 6&7, 2024
TIME: 9:00am to 5:00pm
COST: $195 Members / $215 Others
FORMAT: Zoom Online Format
CE CREDITS: 14
INSTRUCTOR: Mickey Sanders
DESCRIPTION: The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation, recognized by the National Association of REALTORS®, is the premier credential in seller representation. It is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal performance. SRS is a global community of REALTORS® who use their ideas and expertise to professionally and ethically represent sellers. To learn more about the SRS designation and the requirements, click here.
Topics covered include:
- Developing your value proposition and crafting your message
- Prospecting tactics & tools to generate business
- How to effectively prepare for the listing appointment and meeting with the seller
- Tools and strategies to market the listing
- Understanding different offers and the presentation of offers
- Understanding and application of the Code of Ethics
- Tools and techniques providing support and services the seller wants and needs.
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Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) Designation |
DATE: Wed & Thu, March 27&28, 2024
TIME: 9:00am to 4:00pm
COST: $195 Members / $215 Others
FORMAT: Zoom Online Format
CE CREDITS: 12
INSTRUCTOR: Rich Sands
DESCRIPTION: If you are working with buyers be sure to take advantage of any resources and educational opportunities that will help you better represent them. And what better way to start than with a designation that was specifically designed to help you help buyers? Your buyers will thank you!
Earning an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) designation may be just the thing you need to stake your claim as a local real estate market expert and give you an edge over your competition.
Reasons to Earn Your ABR®:
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Build your credibility. When you focus your real estate business on one type of customer, the homebuyer, you gain a reputation as the local expert for homebuyers in your community.
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Build a referral network in your local market. You can build a referral network among listing agents by becoming an ABR®. They see you as an ally and not a competitor. Homebuyers view you as having the "inside scoop" on the available housing inventory because of your referral network.
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Become a buyer's advocate. Become your client's advocate by using your skills to search for homes beyond traditional MLS services and opening a wider range of options for your clients
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Real Estate Negotiation Expert - RENE Certification |
DATE: Wed & Thu, April 24&25, 2024
TIME: 9:00am to 5:00pm
COST: $195 Members / $215 Others
FORMAT: Zoom Online Format
CE CREDITS: 14
INSTRUCTOR: Rich Sands
DESCRIPTION: The Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification is for real estate professionals who want to sharpen their negotiation skills. The RENE certification program gives Realtors® the tips and tools they need to be skillful advocates for their clients. This two day, interactive experience will help negotiators elevate their game. The course examines all types of negotiation formats and methods so that today's negotiators can play the game to win. A full spectrum of tips, tools, techniques, and advantages are provided so that negotiators can provide effective results for their clients. The second day of the course will focus on real-world field scenarios to help negotiators apply the power tools, techniques and tactics learned on the day one. Understanding the tactics and techniques is one thing, but learning how to recognize them and using them effectively requires practice.
Day 1: The Power Negotiator’s Playbook
Day 2: Advanced Field Negotiations
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SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT YOU!
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This edition of the SMDRA Weekly Newsletter is made possible by the following businesses: |
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“Member Dues dollars do not pay for SMDRA Events – these are paid for
by sponsorships from your Affiliate and Industry Business Partners.
Please thank them by using their services to support our Association."
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SMDRA Office Closure:
President's Day Holiday
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The SMDRA Office will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 - All Day, in observance of President's Day - a National Holiday.
The Office will reopen on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 8:30am for regular business hours.
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February Power Lunch:
SMDRA Affinity Groups
Panel Discussion
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DATE: Tuesday, February 20, 2024
TIME: 11:00am-11:20am – Lunch and Networking
11:20 Welcome Announcements & Sponsor
11:30am-1:00pm – Program
TOPIC: Affinity Groups Panel
Moderated by IDEA & YPN Committees
LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center
SESSION INFORMATION: Here’s your opportunity to meet SMDRA’s Diversity Affinity Groups/Industry Partners. This panel discussion format will allow our Affinity Group Representatives to share what they do, what are their biggest victories and how our members can get involved. Groups that will be joining us are:
• AREAA
• LGBTQ+ Alliance
• NAHREP
• NAREB
• WCR
POWER LUNCH SPONSOR:
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March Town Hall Talks -
Topic: Legislative Update
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DATE: Friday, March 1, 2024
TIME: 8:30am to 9:30am – Doors Open at 8:15am
TOPIC: March Monthly SMDRA General Membership Meeting / Legislative Update
SESSION INFORMATION: Town Hall Talks are the first Friday of every month. This will be a general SMDRA membership meeting, similar to Friday Fuze and Marketing Meetings of the past. An opportunity to catch up on what’s happening at SMDRA, a brief informational presentation, property marketing, buyers and sellers needs, networking with fellow SMDRA members and OF COURSE DONUTS!
The topic for March, will be a Legislative Update with Nick Bokone, SMDRA's Pubic Affairs and Outreach Consultant.
DONUT SPONSOR:
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International Women's Day Panel |
DATE: Friday, March 8, 2024
TIME: 11:00am-1:00pm
TOPIC: International Women's Day Panel
Moderated by Women's Council of REALTOR - Mile High Chapter
LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center
SESSION INFORMATION: Join us Fri, Mar 08, 2024 in Collaboration with the South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association for our 3rd Annual gathering as we celebrate women's achievements as professionals.
This year's panel of women vary in experiences and insights but all have one thing in common. Saying "YES" to what scared them, launching them into the next level of success. This event offers a unique opportunity to learn from their stories and gain valuable advice.
Whether you're a professional, an entrepreneur, or simply interested in women's empowerment, this panel discussion promises to be engaging and thought-provoking. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with like-minded individuals and celebrate the achievements of women.
Your ticket includes lunch, gifts, a welcoming community of peers, and and opportunity to leave full of motivation and excitement!
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SMDRA Affiliate Meet and
Greet Orientation
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DATE: Thursday, March 14, 2024
TIME: 2:30am – 3:30pm
SPEAKERS: SMDRA Staff & Affiliate Committee
TOPIC: Benefits of Affiliate Membership – Get Connected!
SESSION INFORMATION: The SMDRA Affiliate Committee wants to help you get the most out of your Affiliate Membership.
This is an opportunity to learn about the ins and outs of the SMDRA Affiliate Program and how to get connected, to maximize your SMDRA membership.
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APPLICATION DEADLINE IS TODAY BY 5:00PM!
2024 Diamond Circle Awards &
Charity Silent Auction
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DATE: Friday, April 19, 2024
TIME: 5:30pm-10:00pm
Cocktails & Silent Auction: 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Dinner & Awards: 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Winner Photos: 9:30 to 10:00pm
LOCATION: Hyatt Regency DTC
7800 E Tufts Ave, Denver, CO 80237
303-779-1234
EMCEE: Scott Peterson
COME CELEBRATE YOU! Don’t miss the biggest event of the year as we honor the top producers in the South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association.
We will be awarding the prestigious Diamond Circle Club status to all of the REALTORS® whose pursuit of excellence has placed them above and beyond their peers. REALTORS® who are putting in the work, redefining brilliance, and excellence in real estate. This event recognizes REALTORS® for their accomplishment of outstanding levels of production in real estate transactions during the calendar year of January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023.
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR?
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MARKET TRENDS & STATISTICS |
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Get the SMDRA Market Trends & Statistics for January 2024 |
CLICK THE IMAGE to visit the Housing Market Trends and Statistics Resources page on the SMDRA website for the latest statistics resources.
Click the button below to download the latest statistic files.
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Lawmaker: REALTORS Woke
Us Up to Stark Housing Reality
National Association of REALTORS®
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The REALTOR® voice is moving the needle on Capitol Hill as the housing inventory and affordability crises come into clearer focus and lawmakers realize they must support legislation to boost homeownership. “Be encouraged because you are making progress,” Sen. Todd Young (R-Indiana) told REALTORS® last week at the NAR Policy Forum in Washington, D.C. “And we continue to make progress with your help.”
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House Sellers Re-Engaged in January and Buyers Responded
Conditions Set the Stage for a
Busy, Competitive Spring
Colorado Association of REALTORS
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With the turn of the calendar and a dip in interest rates improving both attitude and buying power, sellers re-engaged, and buyers responded, according to the latest Market Trends Housing Report from the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) and analysis from the Association’s spokespersons across the state. The near immediate reaction from both sides of the transaction leaves REALTORS® feeling optimistic about the spring housing season as a spark for the year ahead. |
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REcolorado
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NEW Bill Coming Soon on
Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
Nick Bokone, SMDRA's Public Affairs and Outreach Consultant and NAR
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We expect a new bill on short-term rentals (STRs) to be introduced this week. The Colorado Association of REALTORS (CAR) worked proactively with the bill sponsors, Rep. Bird and Sen. Mullica, to exempt a property owner’s primary and secondary residence from being defined as a “commercial short-term rental unit” and assessed at a significantly higher commercial lodging rate. This bill allows small investors to use one or both properties as a short-term rental at the residential property tax rate while allowing those that are running a business of STRs to be charged at the higher lodging rate. A number of Coloradans aspire to own a second home elsewhere in our state or are looking to purchase property for retirement. A number of these property owners who offer STRs to offset a mortgage or increased housing costs, while others may rent their property when not in use by the owners. Colorado should not discourage this level of home ownership or affect retirement plans.
This bill runs counter to Senate Bill 33 that simply puts every property owner who uses their property for 90 or more nights as a STR on the same level as major hotel brands by assessing all of them at the commercial lodging rate for property taxes.
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SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT YOU!
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This edition of the SMDRA Weekly Newsletter is made possible by our Platinum Corporate Sponsors: |
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SMDRA REALTOR Member
Benefit - Forewarn!
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SMDRA is thrilled to announce a COMPLIMENTARY proactive safety and lead intelligence service for all SMDRA REALTOR Members!
Quickly becoming the industry standard for safety and prospect intelligence, FOREWARN is a revolutionary application that allows agents to have instant due diligence on prospects. In seconds, with as little information as a phone number or name, SMDRA REALTOR Members can verify a prospect’s identity, criminal records, bankruptcies, liens, judgments, address history and property records all in one place, leading to safer and more productive interactions.
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SMDRA Event & Meeting Rentals |
Are you looking for a venue to:
- Host your company's annual meeting?
- Have your holiday party or event?
- Teach an educational class for your employees?
- Hold a wedding celebration?
- Or a place to just meet, whatever your reason might be!
- SMDRA Member discount available
The South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association's Event Center, Lobby, Patio, Legacy Room, Board Room and Training Room are available for day, evening and weekend rentals. Contact us today for rental rates and space availability
Email Susan Cooper at susan@smdra.com for questions and additional information.
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SENTRILOCK @ YOUR SERVICE |
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SentriLock Resources
at Your Fingertips!
SentriLock®
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Did you know there a HUGE LIBRARY of information right at your finger tips for all things SentriLock? Here's a few links to check out:
For Lockbox Support:
513-618-5800
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SentriLock Lockboxes?
Call the SMDRA Office at 303-797-3700
WE CAN HELP TOO!
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