SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • JUNE 19, 2026

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Shannon McGahn, executive vice president and chief advocacy officer of the National Association of Realtors®, issued the following statement after the Senate passed a bipartisan motion to proceed to the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act package:

"Last night’s 87–8 Senate vote is another major step forward for one of the most significant bipartisan housing packages Congress has considered in years."

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July Power Lunch: Ten Things Every REALTOR Needs to Be Thinking About in 2026

DATE: Tuesday, July 21, 2026

TIME: 11:00am-11:20am – Lunch and Networking

11:20 Welcome Announcements & Sponsor

11:30am-1:00pm – Program

TOPIC: Ten Things Every REALTOR Needs to Be Thinking About in 2026

LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center

SPEAKER: Scott Peterson, CAR General Council

THIS A SMDRA MEMBER ONLY EVENT!

SESSION INFORMATION: Scott Peterson's “10 Things” 2026, a can’t-miss breakdown of the top legal and regulatory issues REALTORS® need to know this year. This is one of the most in-demand sessions for Colorado REALTORS® each year. REALTORS® who attend the training with attendance verification will receive two continuing education credits.

POWER LUNCH SPONSOR:
Kevin Trizna with Parker Roofing and Solar

https://www.parkerroofingco.com/

SMDRA YPN 9&Dine Golf Event

DATE: Monday, July 27, 2026

WHERE: Inverness Hotel and Golf Club, 200 Inverness Drive, Englewood, CO 80112

TIME: 2:00pm Check-In and
3:00pm Shotgun Start

COST: $129 for Golf and Dinner,
$60 for Dinner Only

EVENT DETAILS: Join us for an afternoon of fun, networking, golf and food! This event is open to all members & their guests. Your registration fee includes:

• 9 Holes of Golf

• Golf Cart

• 1 Drink Ticket

• Buffet Dinner

• Dinner ONLY will begin at 6pm

RPAC:

• $30 for 3 Mulligans ($25 RPAC Investment)

• $30 for 3’ of String ($25 RPAC Investment)

OR

• $50 for 3 Mulligans AND 3’ of String
($45 RPAC Investment)

PRIZES: Prizes for Contest Winners

SPONSORSHIPS: Click Here to download the Sponsorship Flyer

2026 SMDRA REALTORS Care Foundation Fill-A-Backpack School Supplies Drive

DATE: Tuesday, August 18, 2026

TIME: 11:00am to 1:00pm – During August Power Lunch

TOPIC: Fill-A-Backpack School Supply Drive Final Collection Day

HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS: the community. Backpacks filled with grade-appropriate school supplies are distributed to children through our Resource Center as well as our agency partners which include schools, human services organizations, at-risk youth centers, homeless shelters and foster care organizations.

We collect new backpacks, school supplies and monetary donations through drives hosted by individuals, organizations and businesses as well as through the Fill A Backpack Corporate and Community Challenges.

The Fill A Backpack program ensures underprivileged children get to start the first day of school feeling confident and prepared to succeed academically.

Did you know that more than 250,000 children live below the Colorado Self-Sufficiency Standard in A Precious Child’s eight-county service area? Children in these families often lack the necessary supplies critical for academic achievement. Ensuring that children have the tools to participate in school can reduce truancy, promote learning and build positive self-esteem.

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NAR's Consumer Guide Series

Guide: 10 Tips for Unpacking

National Association of REALTORS®

National Association of REALTORS®

NAR continues to roll out our “Consumer Guide” series, and they are pleased to share the latest resources on offers of compensation for home sellers. These resources cover the process and options available for offering compensation to a buyer’s agent and the reasons why this may be a compelling strategy for sellers to consider when marketing their property.

NAR hopes you are finding these resources to be useful, and they encourage you to continue to distribute them to inquiring consumers so they are armed with the information they need as they begin working with an agent who is a REALTOR®.

Fraud in Real Estate:

Spotting Today's Scams Before They Cost You

Colorado Association of REALTORS

Real estate fraud is becoming increasingly sophisticated, and the consequences can be costly for REALTORS®, brokers, and consumers alike.

Join us on June 23 for Fraud in Real Estate: Spotting Today's Scams Before They Cost You, featuring insights from two of Colorado's leading experts on real estate risk and economic crime.

Hosted by CAR General Counsel Scott Peterson, one of the most respected voices in Colorado real estate law, this webinar will help you identify today's most common scams before they derail a transaction or compromise your business.

He'll be joined by Traci Dowd, Special Agent in Charge of the Economic Crimes Unit for the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI), who investigates financial crimes and fraud schemes across Colorado. Traci will share real-world examples, emerging threats, and red flags every real estate professional should know.

This webinar will NOT be recorded. If you want access to these timely insights and practical strategies, you must attend live.

MLS Policy Essentials

REcolorado

Know the difference between Withdrawn and Expired? This installment of REcolorado MLS Policy Essentials breaks down these two commonly misunderstood statuses so you can use them correctly and keep your listings compliant. Click below to watch.



MLS Policy Essentials: Withdrawn and Expired Status

RPAC UPDATES

Six Forces Shaping the Future of Commercial Real Estate

NAR REALTOR Party

Commercial real estate is entering a new phase, shaped by policy as much as market forces. In Advocacy Scoop, Shannon and Patrick connect the dots between six major policy areas and how NAR’s advocacy efforts are shaping the current - and future - CRE landscape. Understand what’s driving change, from tax policy to energy costs -and how it could impact the way you do business. Listen now! 

This edition of the SMDRA Weekly Newsletter is made possible by our Corporate Sponsors:

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Benefit - Forewarn!

SMDRA is thrilled to announce a COMPLIMENTARY proactive safety and lead intelligence service for all SMDRA REALTOR Members!

NEW AT FOREWARN! We’re excited to announce the launch of our new Community Hub to help agents make the most of their FOREWARN member benefit! 

The FOREWARN Community Hub includes:  

• How to use FOREWARN: A quick guide to using FOREWARN. 
• Activation instructions: Four easy steps to set up your account if you haven’t already. 
• Search tips and FAQs: How to get the most out of the app and get answers to common questions. 
• Training sessions: Sign up for live training or watch the demo video. 
• Videos: Watch the product video to see how FOREWARN can help protect you and your business or watch a testimonial video to see how it has helped others. 

HAVE A CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN for your office. Be prepared for an array of events such as power outages, natural disasters, workplace violence, active shooter or outbreak of contagious diseases.

Learn more at www.NAR.realtor/safety

YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS!

Discover Member discounts and resources from NAR, CAR and SMDRA!. Time to maximize your strategic partnerships, and member-only discounts for members. Our mission is to ensure you have access to the best tools resources you need to achieve greater success.

NAR BENEFIT

GE APPLIANCE STORE

Access to the family of GE appliances brands including Profile™, Cafe™, GE®, Monogram®, Haier, and Hotpoint® major appliances, along with the suite of small appliances.

CAR BENEFIT

E&O INSURANCE

Williams specializes in real estate E&O Insurance. Quality insurance products and superior program management. REALTORS® get additional coverage endorsement at no additional premium.

SMDRA BENEFIT

BUILDING RENTALS

SMDRA is the perfect place to gather, do business, and learn. Thanks to our expansive space and location, it is the perfect place to host company meetings, social mixers, and events. Multiple options to fit your needs based on size, # of attendees, and event type.

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