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SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • JANUARY 5, 2024 |
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Cybersecurity Checklist: Best Practices
for Real Estate Professionals
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In light of this week's identity theft and AI-generated phones hitting right in our backyard, take the opportunity to review your knowledge and policies regarding Cybercrimes. Cybercrime can be devastating to real estate professionals and their clients. The following checklist offers some best practices to help you curb the risk of cybercrime. Because data protection and cybersecurity laws differ across the country, NAR recommends that you work with an attorney licensed in your state to help you develop cybersecurity-related programs, policies, and materials. |
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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 GRI 104: Intro
to Single Family Construction
Jan 9 - 9am to 1pm
$50 for Everyone
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Doug Barber
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IN-PERSON 2024 Annual Commission Update - ACU
Jan 9 - 12pm to 4pm
Members Free / $60 Others
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Doug Emmerich
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ZOOM 2024 Annual Commission Update - ACU
Jan 10 - 9am to 1pm
Members Free / $60 Others
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Debbie Conner
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IN-PERSON Business Planning
Jan 11 - 10am to 2pm
Members Free / $60 Others
0 CE Credits
Instructors: Hudson/Hebener
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IN-PERSON Radon Environmental Issues
Jan 16 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Members Free / $30 Others
2 CE Credits
Instructor: Mike Barnhill
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ZOOM GRI 110: Investments & Mgmnt.
Jan 17 - 9am to 1pm
$50 for Everyone
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Mike Moger
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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 4:00pm
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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Seller Representative Specialist
SRS Designation
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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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January Connections & Cocktails Member Networking Event |
DATE: Thursday, January 11, 2024
TIME: 4:00pm to 6:00pm – Doors Open at 3:45pm
TOPIC: Connections & Cocktails Networking
SESSION INFORMATION: Connections and Cocktails is the 2nd Thursday of each month from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Connections & Cocktails is a networking opportunity complete with light appetizers and cocktails. Each session will have a focus to educate members about ways to get involved, make industry connections and of course an opportunity to meet and connect with other SMDRA REALTOR® and Affiliate Industry Partner Members.
CONNECTIONS & COCKTAILS SPONSOR:
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January Power Lunch:
RPR's 6 Cool Tools to Better
Serve Buyers and Sellers
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DATE: Tuesday, January 16, 2024
TIME: 11:00am-11:20am – Lunch and Networking
11:20 Welcome Announcements & Sponsor
11:30am-1:00pm – Program
SPEAKER: Laurie Register, Director, Industry Relations
SESSION INFORMATION: Please join us for this exclusive members-only dive into the tools you need to better serve buyers and sellers. Our session will cover:
- RPR’s exclusive Realtor Valuation Model® (RVM®).
- Using your market expertise to refine a property’s value.
- Creating an appealing and persuasive CMA.
- Generating one of a dozen RPR reports.
- Learning how to create and share RPR’s new market data.
- And automatically creating content with the new AI writer
POWER LUNCH SPONSOR:
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February Town Hall
Talks Member Meeting
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DATE: Friday, February 2, 2024
TIME: 8:30am to 9:30am – Doors Open at 8:15am
TOPIC: February Monthly SMDRA General Membership Meeting
Diversity with the SMDRA I.D.E.A. Committee
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 February is Diversity with the SMDRA I.D.E.A. Committee.
DONUT SPONSOR:
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February Connections & Cocktails Member Networking Event
Valentine's Day Edition
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DATE: Thursday, February 8, 2024
TIME: 4:00pm to 6:00pm – Doors Open at 3:45pm
TOPIC: Connections & Cocktails Networking
SESSION INFORMATION: Connections and Cocktails is the 2nd Thursday of each month from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Connections & Cocktails is a networking opportunity complete with light appetizers and cocktails. Each session will have a focus to educate members about ways to get involved, make industry connections and of course an opportunity to meet and connect with other SMDRA REALTOR® and Affiliate Industry Partner Members.
CONNECTIONS & COCKTAILS SPONSOR:
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MARKET TRENDS & STATISTICS |
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Get the SMDRA Market Trends & Statistics for November 2023 |
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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NAR's 2024 Virtual Tax Summit
National Association of REALTORS®
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REALTORS® are facing a long list of tax changes for the 2023 filing year. New and complex rules, annual inflation adjustments, and tedious documentation can impact any taxpayer without a plan or expert guidance. Hear from a real estate tax strategist and get the tips needed to save time and money while reducing your stress this tax season.
Registration is now open to attend NAR’s Center for Financial Wellness Tax Summit recorded four-part series event. Early bird pricing is $45 for NAR members and $55 for non-members until January 12, 2024.
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The Folly on Rent Control:
Insights from CAR Past President Natalie Davis
Colorado Association of REALTORS
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In a Denver Gazette opinion piece, CAR Past President Natalie Davis discusses the negative impact of rent control policies on Colorado’s housing market. She argues that such policies, which have been prohibited in Colorado for over 40 years, lead to reduced housing availability, stalled development, and lower property values. Citing studies, the article shows rent control’s historical failures, including decreased neighborhood appeal and increased income inequality due to converting rent-controlled units into more expensive, owner-occupied housing. |
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Showing Time and Appointment Center Options Through REcolorado
REcolorado
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REcolorado has partnered with ShowingTime+ to bring showing service options for all REcolorado subscribers.
ShowingTime for the MLS = Free!
First, you will now receive ShowingTime for the MLS for free. This means that you have access to cutting edge software that allows you to:
- Quickly schedule and confirm showings from your MLS using the “Schedule a Showing” button.
- Receive timely monthly reports like the Agent Activity Report, Listing Activity Report, and Showings I Have Requested to stay up to date on the market.
- View and manage feedback from buyer’s agents.
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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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BE CAUTIOUS OF ATTRACTING THIEVES BY SHOWING too many pictures of expensive items, such as electronics, jewelry, on your property listings.
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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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Need HELP with Your
SentriLock Lockboxes?
Call the SMDRA Office at 303-797-3700
WE CAN HELP TOO!
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