Monthly News & Updates

September 2026

 

Calendar of Events


September 9

Wacky Wednesday

Committee Meetings

GCBOR Board Office

ALL DAY (9-5)


September 13-16

ARA Convention

Branson, MO

Click Here to Register


September 17

Board of Directors Meeting


September 19

Self Defense Class

with Monica Smith

All Star Martial Arts

5501 JFK Blvd, NLR

$10 per person

($10 requested, not required)


September 23

New Member Orientation

10 am-12 pm and 1 pm-3 pm

GCBOR Board Office



Looking Ahead

October 1

Table Top

Boo Bash

Sherwood Forest

Details Below


October 7

Wacky Wednesday

Committee Meetings

GCBOR Board Office

ALL DAY (9-5)


October 15

Board of Directors Meeting


October 21

ARA Brokers Summit

Details Below


October 30

Trunk or Treat

Details Below


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 One stage. One industry leader. One session you won't want to miss.


Join us at the Arkansas REALTORS® Annual Convention and Trade Show presented by CARMLS for a special General Session featuring Kevin Brown, 2026 President of the National Association of REALTORS®.


As our industry continues to evolve, Kevin will share insights on the challenges, opportunities, and future of the REALTOR® profession—from advocacy and leadership to protecting the value REALTORS® bring to consumers every day.


Whether you're a new member or a seasoned broker, you'll leave this session informed, inspired, and ready to take what you've learned back to your business.


 Register for convention today and save your seat!


REGISTER HERE

🥋 Confidence Starts with Preparedness. 💙

Your safety matters—whether you're showing a property, meeting a new client, or simply going about your day.

Join us for our REALTOR® Self-Defense & Personal Safety Class and gain practical skills to help you stay aware, confident, and prepared.


📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026

🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 All Star Martial Arts

5501 JFK Blvd., North Little Rock, AR

💲 Only $10 per person


Participants will learn:

✅ Situational awareness & threat recognition

✅ Mental toughness & self-defense techniques

✅ Practical safety strategies for working with clients

✅ Personal safety insights tailored for real estate professionals


❤️ Proceeds benefit the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence.


This class is open to REALTORS® and Affiliates of the Greater Central Arkansas Board of REALTORS®. Space is limited, so don't wait to reserve your spot!


📞 Register by calling 501-392-4353 or email msfitrealty@gmail.com

 Our Broker Summit lineup is here!


If you're a broker looking for fresh ideas, practical strategies, and insight into the future of real estate, you won't want to miss the Arkansas REALTORS® Broker Summit on October 21.


We're excited to welcome an outstanding lineup of speakers:


• Charlie Lee

• Veronica McManus

• Dr. Lawrence Yun

• Nykea Pippion McGriffin


From economic trends and market insights to leadership, brokerage management, and the challenges facing today's real estate professionals, this full-day event is designed to help brokers lead with confidence and prepare for what's next.


Whether you're managing a large brokerage or leading a small team, you'll leave with valuable ideas, new connections, and actionable takeaways you can put to work immediately.


 Arkansas REALTORS® Association | Little Rock

 October 21


Registration information is coming soon. Mark your calendar now—we can't wait to see you there!

Logan Coleman-

Coldwell Banker RPM-Maumelle


Tara Thomspon-

iRealty-Sherwood


Tahesha Robinson-

Dream Space Realty Group


Michael Cormier-

Century 21 Unlimited REU


Kristen Oldman-

iRealty, Sherwood


Clint Myers-

Real Broker


Micaela Portillo-

Crye-Leike, NLR


Tracy Harshaw-

iRealty, Sherwood

Forewarn is available to you for FREE as an GCBOR member!


Click here for information on how to download and get started! Once you have clicked, the instructions will be under

"How do I log into my account being provided by my association/ MLS?"

Want to learn more about FOREWARN or how to navigate the program?


Click here to sign up for Training classes!

🎃👻 Mark your calendars—our BOO BASH Tabletop Tradeshow is coming! 👻🎃

Get ready for an evening of networking, community, and Halloween fun while supporting an incredible cause! 🧡

🎉 Meet amazing Affiliates and vendors from our community

🎟️ Enter prize drawings with $1 raffle tickets

🎃 Enjoy games, treats, prizes, and a Costume Contest!

Most importantly, every dollar raised benefits Special Olympics Arkansas! Together, we're working toward our goal of raising $12,000 to support athletes and programs that make a lasting impact across our state.

📅 Thursday, October 1, 2026

🕠 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Sherwood Forest

1111 W. Maryland, Sherwood, AR

Whether you're coming to connect with industry partners, support our Affiliates, or simply enjoy a fun evening for a great cause, we can't wait to see you there!

🎃 Shop. Connect. Support. Let's make this year's Boo Bash the biggest one yet!

🎃👻 WE NEED TRUNKS! 👻🎃


It’s almost time for some spooky, silly, sweet, and creative fun! 🧡💜

The GCBOR Safety Awareness Committee is hosting a family-friendly Trunk-or-Treat benefiting the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV), and we’re looking for Brokerages, REALTOR® members, and Affiliates to decorate a trunk and help make the evening extra special!


🍬 Bring: A decorated trunk + plenty of candy

🎃 Dress it up: Spooky • Silly • Sweet • Creative

📅 October 30

⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM

📍 208 E. Kiehl Ave., Sherwood, AR 72120

🚨 Trunk spots are limited — sign up today!


To reserve your trunk spot, contact Monica Smith at 501-392-4353 or msfitrealty@gmail.com

Let’s come together for a fun evening that supports an important cause and strengthens our community. 💜

🎃 Fill the Trunk. Fill the Need. ❤️

This Halloween, let’s turn treats into meaningful support! GCBOR is proud to support Fill the Trunk or Treat benefiting the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV) and domestic violence survivors and their families.

🧡 Most Needed Items:

• Laundry detergent & cleaning supplies

• New & unopened bedding

• Period products

• Baby formula

• Diapers & wipes

• New & unopened underwear & socks

• Gas gift cards

• Hotel vouchers

📍 Bring your donations to:

Fill the Trunk or Treat

📅 October 30

⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM

📌 208 E. Kiehl Ave., Sherwood, AR 72120

Every donation can help provide practical support to survivors and families in need. Thank you for helping make our community stronger through compassion and generosity! 🧡

GCBOR's Major Investors 2026

Maurice Taylor

RE/MAX Encore

Alicia Averitt Haley

PorchLight Realty, NLR

Daniel Gray

RE/MAX Homefinders

Sara Lynn

iRealty Arkansas, Sherwood

Susan Vaught

RE/MAX Homefinders

Karen Hall

iRealty Arkansas, Sherwood

Interested in becoming a Major Investor?

Call the GCBOR Board Office or ARA to learn more about how you can get involved and make an impact through this important investment opportunity.

We’re happy to walk you through the process and answer any questions!

Starting this year, all National Association of REALTORS® members will be required to complete approved fair housing training in sync with the three-year Code of Ethics cycle from Jan. 1, 2025, through Dec. 31, 2027. You can satisfy this requirement online at no cost with Fairhaven 2.0, NAR’s innovative fair housing education requirement.

Go here to complete this requirement    



https://www.nar.realtor/fair-housing/fairhaven






Check out our REALTOR® Swag at the

GCBOR Board Office.


Swing by to see what all we have or give us a call at

501-834-0710.




Code of Ethics (CoE) vs. Continuing Education (CE)


The Code of Ethics is a course each NAR-ARA-GCBOR member takes upon joining the association and every three years in a cycle, for the duration of your membership. The Code of Ethics is what distinguishes a REALTOR® from a real estate agent. In order to reaffirm your commitment to being a REALTOR® you must retake the course every three years. It is online at nar.realtor for FREE.


The current cycle is Cycle 8 and runs from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2027.


Your Code of Ethics is not necessarily a continuing education class. It can be, but it is not CE unless clearly stated by the instructor.


Each time you take a Code of Ethics course, either online or through a licensed instructor, it is the agent's responsibility to send a copy to their local board for compliance and entry into the M1 system.


Code of Ethics does not go to the Arkansas Real Estate Commission; it goes to your local board for entry into the M1 database.

CE is what is required by the Arkansas Real Estate Commission for you to maintain a license to practice real estate in Arkansas.

2026 GCBOR Officers & Directors

Officers


President - Regina Thompson


Vice President/President Elect - Alicia Averitt Haley


Secretary - Veolette "V" Pennington


Treasurer - Jennifer Smart


Immediate Past President - Rhonda Williams

Directors



Sara Lynn


Becky Biggs-Hartin


Kyndle Daniels


Priscilla Cunningham


Susan Vaught


Cynthia Yancey



Coty Skinner


Yashua Suarez


Michelle Hagerman


Wendy Wenger



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