SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • MAY 22, 2026

FROM 5280 Magazine: REALTOR Profiles

Speak directly to the audience looking to buy or sell a home this year. 5280’s Realtor Profiles special advertising section delivers direct access to Denver’s affluent and educated audience. Please email ari@5280.com or kara@5280.com for inquiries or questions.

FREE EDUCATION FOR SMDRA MEMBERS!

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June Town Hall Talks:

Navigating Local Government Services for Your Clients: What REALTORS Need to Know About HOAs, Metro Districts & Community Services

DATE: Friday, June 5, 2026

TIME: 9:00am to 10:00am – Doors Open 8:45am

COST: This is a SMDRA Member Only Event

LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center

SPEAKERS: Stephanie Stanley, Highlands Ranch Metro District General Manager

Renee Anderson, Highlands Ranch Metro District Board Chair and SMDRA Member

TOPIC: Navigating Local Government Services for Your Clients - What REALTORS® Need to Know About HOAs, Metro Districts & Community Services

SESSION INFORMATION: As REALTORS®, understanding how communities function behind the scenes can make all the difference when helping buyers and sellers navigate questions about ownership costs, services, and community expectations.

Join us for June Town Hall Talks as we break down the basics of HOAs, Metro Districts, local governments, and community services and how they all work together to support homeowners across Colorado communities.

We’ll explore:

• The roles cities, counties, HOAs, and Metro Districts play in serving residents
• How services like roads, parks, water, trash, and maintenance are funded and managed
• Common misconceptions REALTORS® hear from clients
• Why understanding these systems can help you better educate and guide buyers and sellers

This is one of those topics REALTORS® don’t always think about… until clients start asking questions or a transaction gets complicated. Gain practical knowledge you can use in real conversations and real transactions.

DONUT SPONSOR: Roof Brokers

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June Power Lunch: What Didn't Happen Matters: Colorado Advocacy Wins REALTORS Need to Know About

DATE: Tuesday, June 9, 2026

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

11:20 Welcome Announcements & Sponsor

11:30am-1:00pm – Program

TOPIC: What Didn’t Happen Matters: Colorado Advocacy Wins REALTORS® Need to Know About

LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center

SPEAKER: Brian Tanner, VP of Advocacy, Colorado Association of REALTORS®

THIS A SMDRA MEMBER ONLY EVENT!

SESSION INFORMATION: Join us for the June Power Lunch as Colorado Association of REALTORS® VP of Advocacy Brian Tanner delivers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most impactful legislative sessions in recent years.

From defeating proposed policies like a vacancy tax and taxing land at its “highest and best use,” to protecting property rights and housing opportunities across Colorado, this session will break down the real issues that could have directly impacted REALTORS®, homeowners, investors, and the future of housing in our state.

Learn what happened under the Gold Dome, what was stopped before it became law, and why advocacy work matters more than many REALTORS® realize. If you’ve ever wondered what CAR is fighting for on your behalf - this is the lunch you don’t want to miss.

POWER LUNCH SPONSOR:
Blue Ribbon Home Warranty
https://www.blueribbonhomewarranty.com/

June Connections & Cocktails:

Luau Summer Party Theme

DATE: Thursday, June 11, 2026

TIME: 4:00pm to 6:00pm

TOPIC: SMDRA Member Networking

JUNE THEME: Luau Summer Party

THIS IS A SMDRA MEMBER ONLY EVENT!

Aloha, summer! Join us for a tropical edition of Connections & Cocktails as we kick off the season with a laid-back Luau Summer Party full of sunshine vibes, great connections, and island-inspired fun.

Enjoy cocktails, light appetizers, music, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for mixing, mingling, and celebrating summer with your fellow SMDRA members.

Throw on your favorite Hawaiian shirt, tropical prints, or beachy attire and get ready to hula your way into an evening of networking that’s anything but business as usual.

Whether you’re here to grow your network, unwind after a busy day, or just soak up the summer vibes, this is one Connections & Cocktails you won’t want to miss.

🌴 Come for the connections. Stay for the island vibes. 🌺

CONNECTIONS & COCKTAILS SPONSOR: Vango Inspections

https://vangoinspections.com/

SMDRA REALTORS Care Foundation Fill-A-Backpack

School Supplies Drive

DATE: Tuesday, July 21, 2026

COLLECTION DAY: At July Power Lunch

TIME: 11:00am to 1:00pm

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

EVENT DETAILS: The SMDRA REALTORS® Care Foundation is teaming up with A Precious Child for a Backpack & School Supplies Drive happening June 1–July 21, 2026! Help local children start the school year feeling confident, prepared and ready to learn by donating new backpacks, school supplies or monetary contributions. Your donation supports students and families across the Denver metro area who may not otherwise have access to the tools they need for academic success. Together, we can help make the first day of school a little brighter for children in our community.

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

Get the SMDRA Market Trends & Statistics for April 2026

NAR's Consumer Guide Series

Overcoming Roadblocks to a Sale or Purchase

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®.

3-2-1 Capitol Connection

May 14, 2026

Colorado Association of REALTORS

Division of Real Estate Bill Headed to the Governor’s Desk! The Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is proud to announce that “Sunset Division of Real Estate” (House Bill 1287) is headed to the Governor’s desk after recently passing the Colorado Senate on a bipartisan vote of 30-4. The Governor is expected to sign it into law. HB 1287 continues the Colorado Real Estate Commission and Division of Real Estate for another 10 years and represents a major victory for REALTORS® and consumers across Colorado.

April 2026 Housing Market Reports

REcolorado

In April, the Denver Metro housing market maintained steady performance, with key indicators pointing toward a stable and balanced landscape for both buyers and sellers.



Closed listings remained flat year over year at 4,018 homes, reflecting consistent buyer activity compared to last April. Median home prices also held steady at $600,000, showing no significant change year over year and reinforcing overall price stability across the market.

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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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.

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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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