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SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • OCTOBER 28, 2022
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Real Estate Commissions Facts |
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We have received questions about why brokers representing home sellers often pay the commission of brokers representing home buyers. Here are answers to those questions and basic information every buyer and seller needs to know. |
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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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IN-PERSON Protect You/Your Client's Assets
Nov 1 - 9am to 12pm
Members Free / $40 Others
3 CE Credits
Instructor: Steve Olson
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IN-PERSON GRI 115: Technology Tools & Resources
Nov 1 - 12pm to 4pm
$50 for Everyone
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Rich Sands
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IN-PERSON What's
It Worth?
Nov 3 - 9am to 1pm
Members Free / $75 Others
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Steve Olson
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IN-PERSON Creating Value Through Renovation Loans
Nov 3 - 2pm to 4pm
Members Free / $20 Others
1 CE Credits
Instructor: Jeff Zinsmeister
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ZOOM Contract/Forms Review +2023 Changes
Nov 8 - 9am to 4pm
Members Free / $50 Others
6 CE Credits
Instructor: John Gillam
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IN-PERSON 2022 Annual Commission Update
Nov 9 - 9am to 1pm
Members Free / $50 Others
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Steve Olson
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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 |
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Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) Designation |
DATE: Tue & Wed, November 15&16, 2022
TIME: 9:00am to 4:00pm
COST: $195 Members / $215 Others
FORMAT: On-Line Zoom Format
INSTRUCTOR: Mickey Sanders
SESSION INFORMATION: The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation is the premier credential in seller representation. It is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal performance. The designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) who meet specific educational and practical experience criteria.
What You Gain
The SRS Course will redefine your "normal" and reinvent the way you represent sellers. It provides a comprehensive foundation of skill development, training and resources to help real estate professionals represent the interests of sellers in today’s marketplace.
Students learn to:
- Increase listings and grow their business
- Demonstrate and communicate their value package to seller clients
- Understand and apply the Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice
- Understand and comply with state license laws when representing sellers
- Understand and apply methods, tools, and techniques to provide support and services that sellers want and need
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Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) Designation |
DATE: Wed & Thu, February 15&16, 2023
TIME: 9:00am to 4:00pm
COST: $195 Members / $215 Others
FORMAT: On-Line Zoom Format
INSTRUCTOR: Rich Sands
CLASS DESCRIPTION: **This is a 2 day course and both days must be completed in full in order to earn the CE credit as well as credit towards the SRES Designation.
The SRES® designation course seeks to instill knowledge and understanding of and empathy for 50+ real estate clients and customers and develop the business building skills and resources needed for specialization in the 50+ real estate market.
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SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT YOU!
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This edition of the SMDRA Weekly Newsletter is made possible by the following businesses: |
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2022 Inaugural & Awards Ceremony - We Are One! |
DATE: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
TIME: 4:00pm to 8:00pm
LOCATION: Highlands Ranch Mansion - 9950 E Gateway Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
COST: $55 per person
Incoming Chairman of the Board Janet Marlow and the SMDRA Board of Directors Request the Honor of Your Presence at the South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association’s 2022 Inaugural & Awards Ceremony, on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Highlands Ranch Mansion. Cocktails and food will be served, cost is $55 per person. Business Casual Attire is recommended.
Program Schedule:
4:00pm-4:30pm – Cocktails & Networking
4:30pm-6:00pm – Program & Awards
6:00pm-8:00pm – Celebration, Food & Music
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Connections & Cocktails:
Member Networking
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DATE: THURSDAY, November 10, 2022
TIME: 4:00pm to 6:00pm – Doors Open at 3:45pm
SESSION INFORMATION: The second THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (4:00pm-6:00pm), SMDRA hosts Cocktails & Connections. A networking opportunity complete with light appetizers and cocktails. Each session will have a focus to educate members about ways to get involved, make industry connections and of course an opportunity to meet and connect with other SMDRA REALTOR® and Affiliate Industry Partner Members.
Doors Open: 3:45pm
Event: 4pm-6:00pm
CONNECTIONS & COCKTAILS SPONSOR: Kathy Nickerson with American Advisors Group
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POWER LUNCH: Department of Real Estate (DORA) Latest News and Updates |
DATE: Tuesday, November 15, 2022
TIME: 11:00am to 1:00pm
Event Agenda:
11:00am to 11: 20am: Lunch & Networking
11:20am to 11: 30am: Welcome/ Announcements/ Sponsor Recognition
11:30 to 1:00: Program Presentation
TOPIC: Department of Real Estate (DORA) News and Updates
LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center, This is an IN-PERSON EVENT
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:
2-10 Home Warranty
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IN-PERSON EVENT: Affiliate Meet and Greet Orientation |
DATE: Friday, November 18, 2022
TIME: 9:00am – 10:30am
TOPIC: Benefits of Affiliate Membership – Get Connected!
SESSION INFORMATION: The SMDRA Affiliate Committee wants to help you get the most out of your Affiliate Membership.
This is an opportunity to learn about the ins and outs of the SMDRA Affiliate Program and how to get connected, to maximize your SMDRA membership.
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SMDRA's Annual Holiday Brunch & Toy Drive - Winter Wonderland |
DATE: Friday, December 2, 2022
TIME: 9:00am to 1:00pm – Doors Open at 8:45am
PURPOSE: Toy Drive Fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club Metro Denver
EVENT INFORMATION: SMDRA is joining forces with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Denver to deliver gifts to children in our community, to brighten their holiday! Bring your holiday cheer and join us for Breakfast, Santa, Mimosas and more!
- Bring an Unwrapped Toy or Gift
- Gift Card Ideas - Starbucks, Kohl’s, Target, WalMart, Amazon
- Gift Ideas - Electronics, sports equipment, art supplies, clothes, shoes, new toys, board/video games, books, action figures/dolls, makeup, jewelry, DVDs, etc.
- Age Range – Gifts should be for children ages 6 to 18.
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Connections & Cocktails PLUS |
DATE: THURSDAY, January 12, 2023
TIME: 4:00pm to 6:00pm – Doors Open at 3:45pm
TOPIC: Connections & Cocktails Networking
SESSION INFORMATION: The second THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (4:00pm-6:00pm), SMDRA hosts Cocktails & Connections. A networking opportunity complete with light appetizers and cocktails. Each session will have a focus to educate members about ways to get involved, make industry connections and of course an opportunity to meet and connect with other SMDRA REALTOR® and Affiliate Industry Partner Members.
Doors Open: 3:45pm
Event: 4pm-6:00pm
THIS MONTH IS A CONNECTIONS & COCKTAILS+! Open to ALL MEMBERS, this special quarterly edition of Connections & Cocktails will be catered towards our new members, helping them get plugged in, showing them how to maximize their benefits, and swearing in new REALTORS® that have completed our New Member Orientation. A chance to welcome and meet new SMDRA Members!
CONNECTIONS & COCKTAILS SPONSOR:
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MARKET TRENDS & STATISTICS |
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Get the SMDRA Market Trends & Statistics for September 2022 |
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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True Tales of Terror in Real Estate: In the Darkness, I Heard a Voice Say, 'Come In'
National Association of REALTORS®
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It’s the witching month once again, and as Halloween approaches, now’s the time to tell tales of ghosts, goblins, and ghouls. But some scary stories aren’t fake — and real estate professionals have some of the creepiest real-life anecdotes.
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Colorado REALTORS Endorse
Tom Kim for Senate District 27
Colorado Association of REALTORS®
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Tom Kim is a strong proponent of increasing housing supply and making homeownership possible. Get him to the Colorado Senate!
Colorado Realtors ® are endorsing Kim for State Senate District-27 because he will reduce the red tape to bolster private investment and grow the supply of housing using a market-driven framework.
- He is a proponent for growth and will protect local decision-making so that communities can decide what best fits their needs, respecting the Colorado way.
- He will fight measures that attempt to erode property rights.
- Kim will bring balance to the policymaking process by prioritizing affordability for the consumer.
- Kim wants to see small business flourish and he will block burdensome taxation and fees.
Colorado REALTORS® are excited to support Thomas Kim for State Senate District 27.
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Pay Your Bill Annually
and Get One Month Free
REcolorado
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With REcolorado, you receive access to the broadest set of technology tools all for a subscription fee that is among the lowest in the state. Plus, if you have an REcolorado Premium subscription and you switch to annual billing, you’ll save yourself even more money. |
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RPAC VICTORIES: How Your Investment Helps Your Business |
DID YOU KNOW - RPAC has been a leading advocate for the creation of association health plans, arguing that the consumer buying power of members of a nationwide trade association should be recognized in the federal tax code.
DID YOU KNOW - RPAC is constantly protecting 1031 Exchanges as a viable and necessary tool for property transactions in tax reform discussions.
DID YOU KNOW - RPAC continues to advocate for the availability and affordability of flood insurance, helping to guarantee that property owners have the ability to insure their property against catastrophic loss.
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NEW SMDRA REALTOR Member Benefit - Introducing Forewarn! |
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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INTRODUCING...
The 2022-23 SMDRA
Member Benefits Guide
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From the brand-new REALTOR® member who could use some guidance and support in all things real estate, to a seasoned veteran who is searching for ways to take their business to the next level, we’ve got you covered! Come see all the benefits you have at your fingertips to make your business soar!
Take a LOOK at how SMDRA Membership...
• Saves you $$
• Gives you marketing tools
• Helps keep you safe
• Is all about your business
• And some very cool extras!
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SENTRILOCK @ YOUR SERVICE |
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SentriLock Resources
at Your Fingertips!
SentriLock®
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Did you know there a HUGE LIBRARY of information right at your finger tips for all things SentriLock? Here's a few links to check out:
For Lockbox Support:
513-618-5800
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CORPORATE SPONSORS & PARTNERS |
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