SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • OCTOBER 11, 2024 | |
NAR Takes DOJ Fight to Supreme Court | |
The National Association of REALTORS isn't backing down in its battle with the federal agency, filing an official request with the high court to review a case it calls "exceptionally wrong." | |
HAVE YOU COMPLETED YOUR REQUIRED ETHICS COURSE FOR
THE CURRENT ETHICS CYCLE 2022-2024?
CLICK HERE to check your status, submit your certificate or find a class.
The requirement can be met by taking the course through any
REALTOR® Association, including NAR and CAR and the CE Shop.
Certificates received from any other source WILL NOT be honored!
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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 107: Fair Housing, Diversity and Inclusion
Oct 15 - 12pm to 4pm
$50 for Everyone
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Mickey Sanders
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IN-PERSON New Contracts and Forms
Oct 22 - 9am to 11am
Members Free / $30 Others
2 CE Credits
Instructor: Doug Emmerich
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IN-PERSON Metro Districts in Colorado
Oct 23 - 10am to 12pm
Members Free / $30 Others
2 CE Credits
Instructor: Kristi Pollard
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ZOOM GRI 115: Tech Tools & Resources
Oct 24 - 12pm to 4pm
$50 for Everyone
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Rich Sands
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IN-PERSON RE-Sure RE Business Mgmnt. Platform Training
Oct 24 - 10am to 12pm
Members Free / $30 Others
0 CE Credits
Instructor: William Masse
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ZOOM Adapting to Industry Shifts
Oct 29 - 10am to 11am
Members Free / $20 Others
0 CE Credits
Instructor: Stephanie Alfonso
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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 | |
SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT YOU!
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This edition of the SMDRA Weekly Newsletter is made possible by the following businesses: | |
“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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October Power Lunch: DORA News and Updates with Marcia Waters |
DATE: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
TIME: 11:00am-11:20am – Lunch and Networking
11:20 Welcome Announcements & Sponsor
11:30am-1:00pm – Program
TOPIC: DORA News & Updates with Marcia Waters
LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center
SPEAKER: Marcia Waters, Director, Department of Regulatory Agencies Real Estate Division
SESSION INFORMATION: Join us to hear from Marcia Waters, Director of the Division of Real Estate, as she gives an update on the CREC (Colorado Real Estate Commission) and changes happening within the Real Estate Division of DORA. This is your opportunity to meet with the Division Director, be informed of important changes and ask questions. This popular annual Power Lunch will fill up fast- seating is limited so please be sure to RSVP.
POWER LUNCH SPONSOR: Parker Roofing and Solar https://www.parkerroofingco.com/
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SMDRA Food Drive Benefitting Integrated Family Community Services - Community Involvement Committee |
DATE: Beginning Tuesday, October 1, 2024 and Final Collection Day October 15, 2024 in the SMDRA Parking Lot
TIME: 1:00pm to 3:00pm – Immediately following the October Power Lunch
EVENT INFORMATION: The SMDRA Community Involvement Committee’s Annual Food Drive supporting Integrated Family Community Services. Collection Days run from October 1st thru October 15th, with the final collection day to be in the SMDRA Parking Lot immediately following the October Power Lunch. Come help us fill the van!!
EVENT FLYER: CLICK HERE to download the Food Drive Flyer
CLICK HERE to download the customizable Food Drive Flyer. Great way to reach out to your clients and get them involved - AWESOME touch point!
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2024 Inaugural & Awards Ceremony - Restore the REAL in REALTOR® |
DATE: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
TIME: 4:00pm to 6:00pm
LOCATION: Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Club, 23155 E. Heritage Parkway, Aurora, CO 80016
COST: $60 per person
Incoming President of the Board, Aaron Ravdin and the SMDRA Board of Directors Request the Honor of Your Presence at the South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association’s 2024 Inaugural & Awards Ceremony, on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Club. Cocktails and food will be served, cost is $60 per person. Business Casual Attire is recommended.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE:
4:00pm-4:45pm – Registration, Networking, Hors d'oeuvres and Cash Bar
4:45pm-6:00pm – Program & Awards
QUESTIONS: Susan Cooper
303-895-3370 or susan@smdra.com
SPONSORSHIPS: Interested in becoming an event sponsor? CLICK HERE for all the details and levels.
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MARKET TRENDS & STATISTICS | |
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Get the SMDRA Market Trends & Statistics for September 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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NAR's Consumer Guide Series
National Association of REALTORS®
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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®.
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Active Inventory Grows in August but Buyers Wait Out Anticipated Rate Cut
Colorado Association of REALTORS | Despite a growing list of active inventory and motivated sellers across the seven-county Denver-metro area and statewide, buyers continue to stay away citing interest rates and pricing that has ignored the inventory increase and maintained its higher levels, according to the latest Market Trends Housing Report from the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) and analysis from the Association’s spokespersons across Colorado. | |
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Dana Bennett Appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of REcolorado
REcolorado
| REcolorado®, Colorado’s largest multiple listing service (MLS), is excited to announce Dana Bennett as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. With over three decades of experience in the real estate industry, Bennett will drive REcolorado’s strategic vision and lead efforts to serve more than 26,000 real estate professionals across the state. | |
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CAR Endorsements for State Senate and House
REcolorado
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Colorado REALTORS® support candidates and issues that build strong communities, protect private property rights, and promote a vibrant economic future for all Coloradans.
After careful consideration, the following candidates have communicated an aligned approach and shared values with our association and have earned our endorsement for their respective General Election on November 5th. Please consider supporting them when your ballot arrives in the mail after October 11th. Read our September 10th blog post here.
For information on voting or to update your voter registration, please visit www.GoVoteColorado.com. (Additional General Election endorsements may occur before November 5).
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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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ROUNTINELY CHECK YOUR BANK ACCOUNT TRANSACTIONS, credit card statements and credit services for any suspicious activity. Identity thieves often begin with small purchases as a test before making large withdrawals.
Learn more at www.NAR.realtor/safety
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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 | |
IMPORTANT UPDATE:
ShowingTimes and BrokerBay are NO LONGER Generating Access Codes for SentriLock Boxes
SentriLock®
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In case you didn't know, ShowingTimes and BrokerBay are NO LONGER generating access codes for SentriLock boxes. Download our helpful Frequently Asked Questions document for instruction and helpful videos, on how to generate codes for property access.
Need HELP with Your
SentriLock Lockboxes?
Call the SMDRA Office at 303-797-3700
WE CAN HELP TOO!
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