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SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • DECEMBER 16, 2022
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7 Sales Mistakes to Fix
Before the Market Changes Again
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Every real estate pro makes these errors at one point or another. But you have to learn how to prevent them in the future to keep your business viable. |
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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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ZOOM What's New in 2023 CO Listing Contracts & Forms
Dec 20 - 9am to 12pm
Members Free / $40 Others
3 CE Credits
Instructor: Steve Olson
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ZOOM 2022 Annual Commission Update
Dec 29 - 9am to 1pm
Members Free / $50 Others
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Mickey Sanders
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ZOOM What's New in 2023 CO Listing Contracts & Forms
Jan 3 - 1pm to 4pm
Members Free / $40 Others
3 CE Credits
Instructor: Steve Olson
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IN-PERSON 2023 Annual Commission Update
Jan 4 - 12pm to 4pm
Members Free / $50 Others
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Mickey Sanders
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ZOOM GRI 108: Finance in Real Estate
Jan 10 - 12pm to 4pm
$50 for Everyone
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Kevin Stahle
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ZOOM 2023 Annual Commission Update
Jan 11 - 10am to 2pm
Members Free / $50 Others
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Jon Terry
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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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Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) Designation |
DATE: Tue & Wed, March 21&22, 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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Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Designation |
DATE: Wed & Thu, April 12&13, 2023
TIME: 9:00am to 5:00pm
COST: $195 Members / $215 Others
FORMAT: In-Person at SMDRA
INSTRUCTOR: Mickey Sanders
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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Get More Involved with
Your Association!
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We need your talents and skills! Being a member driven association means we need our members to guide the future of the association. This is your opportunity to help bring the best programs and services to your association, keep up-to-date on issues that directly affect your business, network and develop leadership skills. We appreciate all our REALTOR® and Affiliate volunteers!
Opportunities to Volunteer at SMDRA.
It’s good for you, for us and for your business!
Application Deadline - December 21, 2022!
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Christmas Closure
Closed - Friday, December 23rd
Closed - Monday, December 26th
Office will reopen on Tuesday, December 27th at 8:30am for regular business hours.
New Year's Closure
Closed - Friday, December 30th
Closed - Monday, January 2nd
Office will reopen on Tuesday, January 3 at 8:30am for regular business hours.
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2023 SMDRA Leadership Academy
Apply Today!
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Leadership Academy graduates will gain a clear understanding of the organizational structure of all 3 levels of the REALTOR® Association and the challenges of leadership. Attendees will come to understand how SMDRA strives to provide advantages to members in a changing industry. The Academy will build relationships, increase understanding of the importance of political advocacy, and the personal benefit through increased industry knowledge, self-confidence, and business networking.
Application Deadline - December 30, 2022!
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Power Lunch: 2023 Economic Forecast for Metro Denver |
DATE: Thursday, January 5, 2023
TIME: 11:00am-11:45am – Lunch and Networking
11:45am-1:00pm – Program
TOPIC: 2023 Economic Forecast for Metro Denver
LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center
SPEAKER: Patty Silverstein, President, and Chief Economist of Development Research Partners
SESSION INFORMATION: The annual look forward to the trends that are expected to influence employment activity, consumer spending, residential real estate, and commercial real estate in Colorado and Metro Denver during the year ahead.
POWER LUNCH SPONSOR:
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YPN Event: 2023 YPN Kick-Off |
DATE: Thursday, January 5, 2023
TIME: 1:30pm to 3:30pm
TOPIC: YPN Year Kick-Off
COST: Free for Members,
$20 Guests and Non-Members
LOCATION: Alpha Charlie's - Centennial
SESSION INFORMATION: SMDRA’s YPN is hosting a networking event on Jan. 5th, following the Power Lunch Economic Forecast. This event is being held at Alpha Charlies. Head on over after the Power Lunch to network and discuss market trends and get to know some new members!
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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 November 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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A Holiday Gift to Home Buyers: Lower Mortgage Rates
National Association of REALTORS®
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If all your buyers want for Christmas is a lower mortgage rate—they may just get it. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.33% this week, according to Freddie Mac, dropping for the fourth consecutive week after hitting a high of 7.08%. Mortgage rates are falling due to increasing concerns about lackluster economic growth, says Freddie Mac Chief Economist Sam Khater. “Over the last four weeks, mortgage rates have declined three-quarters of a point—the largest decline since 2008,” he says. “While the decline in the rate has been large, homebuyer sentiment remains low, with no major positive reaction in purchase demand to these lower rates.” |
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NEW CAR Member Benefits: REALTOR Resource Benefit Center
Colorado Association of REALTORS®
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With CAR REALTOR® Benefits you will find a network of carefully selected partners that understand the unique needs of real estate professionals. Our mission is to secure business tools and services to help Colorado REALTORS® become more successful in their business. |
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Is Your Seller Asking for No Showings over the Holidays?
Here Are Your Options
REcolorado
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This time of year can be hectic, especially when you’re working with clients who are trying to sell a home! If your clients are considering pausing showings until after the holidays, you have a couple options for how you can manage your listings to best serve your sellers (and yourself). |
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SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT YOU!
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This edition of the SMDRA Weekly Newsletter is made possible by our Platinum Corporate Sponsors: |
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Inspect your bank account transactions, credit card statements and credit services for suspicious activity on a regular basis. Identity thieves often test bank accounts with small purchases before making large withdrawals.
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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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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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