SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • OCTOBER 4, 2024

Consumer Guide Series

from the National Association of REALTORS

The National Association of REALTORS is pleased to share their “Consumer Guide” series. Follow the link to check out the current documents in the series, as well as other Consumer Resources to share with your buyers and sellers.

RPACkle Ball - A Cosmic Pickle Ball Tournament presented by DMAR & SMDRA

A Fundraiser for the REALTORS Political Action Committee (RPAC)

PLEASE NOTE: This replaces Connections & Cocktails for the Month of October

DATE: Thursday, October 10, 2024

TIME: 3pm-6pm

EVENT: Cosmic Pickle Ball Tournament

COST: $35 RPAC Investment

LOCATION: The Sporty Pickle

8650 S. Peoria St. Ste. 100

Englewood, CO 80112

DESCRIPTION: Join us for a Cosmic Pickle Ball Tournament at The Sporty Pickle! This friendly competition between the DMAR and SMDRA Associations is sure to make for an evening of fun and comradery, in support of RPAC. The cost to play is simply a $35 Investment in RPAC! Also included will be appetizers, a private bar and prizes for the best team costumes!

We will also have a raffle drawing for great prizes!

Members & Guests must be 21 years of age to attend.

PRIZES: Raffle Drawing for Great Prizes

Members and Guests Must be 21 to Attend

COST: $35 RPAC Investment includes:

Food & Drinks

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/

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!

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.

Get the SMDRA Market Trends & Statistics for August 2024

NAR's Consumer Guide Series

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®.

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.

MAZL, LLC Completes Acquisition of REcolorado

REcolorado

REcolorado®, the largest multiple listing service (MLS) in Colorado, today announced the completion of its acquisition by MAZL, LLC, a private company formed expressly to secure the MLS. Headed by Joseph Burks, a seasoned leader with over 40 years in the real estate industry, the new ownership is committed to maintaining and expanding REcolorado’s legacy as a trusted resource for real estate professionals statewide.

CAR Endorsements for State Senate and House

REcolorado

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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