SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • APRIL 11, 2025

New Consumer Guides: Deeds & Titles

Closing day is an exciting milestone for buyers and sellers alike. To complete the process of a home sale, a property’s ownership rights are formally transferred from the seller to the buyer. Here’s what you should know about deeds and titles:

NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and educate sellers on the choices available.

FREE EDUCATION FOR SMDRA MEMBERS!

ALL CLASSES except designations and certifications are FREE for SMDRA members.

Bias Override: Overcome

Barriers to Fair Housing Certification Course

Fulfills NAR Fair Housing Requirement

DATE: May 1, 2025

TIME: 1:00pm to 4:00pm

INSTRUCTOR: Mickey Sanders

CE CREDIT: 3 CE Credits

CLASS DESCRIPTION: REALTORS® are committed to abiding by fair housing laws and the Code of Ethics. But sometimes, our brains take shortcuts that can lead us astray.

Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing is an NAR certificate course that helps real estate professionals interrupt stereotypical thinking so they can avoid fair housing pitfalls and provide equal professional service to every customer or client. Participants will learn about the mind science of identity, study how implicit bias can result in fair housing violations and engage in interactive exercises to enhance communication skills and business relationships with clients of all backgrounds.

Bias Override teaches REALTORS® how to:

• Understand the history of bias and discrimination in real estate.
• Explain how implicit bias may result in violations of Fair Housing laws and industry ethics.
• Identify interventions to prevent implicit bias, identity anxiety, and stereotype threat from influencing behavior.
• Increase personal motivation to confront these phenomena in their business and community.

April Power Lunch: Denver Fair Housing and NAR Fair Housing Training

DATE: Tuesday, April 15, 2025

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

11:20 Welcome Announcements & Sponsor

11:30am-1:30pm – Program

TOPIC: Denver Fair Housing - NAR Fair Housing Training

LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center

SPEAKERS: John Paul Marosy, Denver Metro Fair Housing Center & Chad Nash, REALTOR, Broker Owner of Nash and Company, SMDRA Member

SESSION INFORMATION: Join us as John Paul Marosy from the Denver Metro Fair Housing Center and Chad Nash, REALTOR, Broker Owner of Nash and Company, SMDRA Member, speak to us regarding Fair Housing in real estate. This enlightening power lunch on fair housing, where we will explore the history of housing discrimination and its lasting effects on our communities. Understanding this history is essential for fostering inclusive practices and ensuring equal opportunities in housing. By attending, you'll gain valuable insights to enhance your professional expertise and contribute to a more equitable real estate landscape. Don't miss this chance to deepen your knowledge, engage in meaningful discussions, and contribute to the advancement of fair housing in our society. Reserve your seat today and be part of the change towards a more equitable housing landscape.

THIS A SMDRA MEMBER ONLY EVENT!

POWER LUNCH SPONSOR:

Equity Title

2025 Diamond Circle Awards

DATE: Friday, April 25, 2025

TIME: 5:30pm-10:00pm

Cocktails & Networking: 5:30pm to 7:00pm

Dinner & Awards: 7:00pm to 9:30pm

Dancing & Celebration: 9:30 to 10:00pm

LOCATION: Hyatt Regency DTC

7800 E Tufts Ave, Denver, CO 80237

303-779-1234

A CELEBRATION OF YOU!

Don’t miss the most exciting celebration of the year as we honor the top producers of the South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association!

Join us for a night of recognition, inspiration, and celebration as we award the prestigious Diamond Circle Club status to the REALTORS® whose dedication, expertise, and pursuit of excellence have set them apart. These remarkable professionals have achieved outstanding levels of production in real estate transactions between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024, demonstrating brilliance and commitment in the field.

This is your chance to be part of an unforgettable evening celebrating success, connecting with peers, and honoring the best in the business. Don’t miss this opportunity to share in the excitement—secure your spot today!

18th Annual Builder Realty Council Builder Breakfast

DATE: Thursday, May 1, 2025

TIME: 9:00am to 11:30am

LOCATION: PPA EVENT CENTER

2105 Decatur Street

Denver, CO 80211

SESSION INFORMATION: Learn about Denver's hot new home communities, meet top local home builders, discover quick close inventory, meet vendors who can help your business grow, get free swag, win giveaways, and more!

Free networking event for real estate agents only!

May Town Hall Talks: Update with South Metro Fire District

DATE: Friday, May 2, 2025

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

COST: This is a SMDRA Member Only Event

LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center

TOPIC: Update with the South Metro Fire District

SESSION INFORMATION: Town Hall Talks are on the first Friday of every month. This will be a general SMDRA membership meeting, similar to Friday Fuze and Marketing Meetings of the past. An opportunity to catch up on what’s happening at SMDRA, a brief informational presentation, property marketing, buyers and seller’s needs, networking with fellow SMDRA members and OF COURSE DONUTS!

May Topic: South Metro Fire will be here to educate us on all of the activities taking place within the South Metro Fire District.

DONUT SPONSOR:

Johnson Creative Team

May Connections & Cocktails: May Theme Cinco de Mayo

DATE: Thursday, May 8, 2025

TIME: 4:00pm to 6:00pm – Doors Open at 3:45pm

TOPIC: Connections & Cocktails Member Networking

MAY THEME: Cinco de Mayo

MAY VIP SPOTLIGHT: 2024 Diamond Carat Club Members

THIS IS A SMDRA MEMBER ONLY EVENT!

SESSION INFORMATION: Join us every second Thursday of the month from 4:00pm to 6:00pm for Connections & Cocktails, our lively networking event designed exclusively for SMDRA members! Enjoy delightful cocktails, light appetizers, and vibrant music spun by our DJ Member.

Each month features a unique theme and spotlights a special group of SMDRA members, showcasing their involvement within the Association. It's the perfect opportunity to engage, build industry connections, and mingle with fellow SMDRA REALTOR® and Affiliate Industry Partner Members. Don't miss out on this fun and engaging way to expand your network and strengthen your ties within our community!

CONNECTIONS & COCKTAILS SPONSOR:

Chris' Garage Doors

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NAR's Consumer Guide Series

MORE New Guide This Week:

Deeds and Titles

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:

April 3, 2025

Colorado Association of REALTORS

First, the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) helped recently defeat a bill where a single transaction could have resulted in a Colorado Consumer Protection Act (CCPA) claim against a REALTOR® with severe penalties. Senate Bill 157 “Deceptive Trade Practice Significant Impact Standard” would have reduced the public impact test threshold to “having the capacity to injure” the public, which effectively brings down the evidence requirement to one single person’s claim. CAR opposed this bill from its inception because it exposes Realtors® to deceptive trade practice penalties of $20,000 per violation including treble damages and attorney costs that are not covered by E&O insurance. The bill died on the Senate floor with 7 Democrats joining all 12 Republicans to defeat the bill 19-16.

IDX Vendor List

REcolorado

REcolorado is proud to offer our subscribers the ability to enhance their agent websites with IDX. Adding IDX to your website gives consumers the ability to perform property searches on Active, Pending, and Closed listings and more. To ensure the most current and complete information is displayed on agent sites, REcolorado uses MLS Grid to deliver accurate, timely data. The providers shown below are approved IDX vendors for REcolorado customers.

IMPORTANT UPDATES

Broomfield/CHAC Down-Payment Assistance Program

Frascona, Joiner, Goodman and Greenstein, P.C.

The Broomfield/CHAC Down-Payment Assistance program is made possible through Department of Local Affairs Proposition 123 funding and collaboration with the Colorado Housing Assistance Corporation (CHAC).

Download the postcard ad for the Broomfield/CHAC Down-Payment Assistance Program.

Broomfield Housing would be grateful for any shares to Realtor Networks and would welcome any feedback, whether positive or concerning challenges that realtors are facing when attempting to use the program. If you would prefer to have a personal presentation or have someone answer any questions, please just let me know.

Additionally, Broomfield Housing is excited to co-sponsor a HUD First-time Homebuyer Education Class in Broomfield on April 22, 2025.

Here are the details:

HUD Homebuyer Education Counseling

Gain essential homebuying knowledge at an in-person class co-sponsored by the City and County of Broomfield and the Colorado Housing Assistance Corporation. Learn about special programs for low to moderate-income buyers and key steps in the home purchasing process. This course is open to all and is required for many loan programs. Join on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 4:30–10 p.m. at the Health & Human Services Building, 100 Spader Way, Broomfield, CO. Doors close at 5 p.m.

Register at chaconline.org/class-registration.

SMDRA REALTOR Member

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. 

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