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SMDRA WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS • APRIL 7, 2023
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Fair Housing Month Events & Resources |
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During the month of April 2023, the National Association of REALTORS will host the following events to commemorate Fair Housing Month and the 55th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, follow the link for event details and Fair Housing Month resources. |
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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 In-Depth Contract Review
Apr 11 - 9am to 4pm
Member Free / $50 Others
6 CE Credits
Instructor: John Gillam
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ZOOM GRI 114: Taxes & the RE Professional
Apr 12 - 9am to 1pm
$50 for Everyone
4 CE Credits
Instructor: Mike Moger
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IN-PERSON Buy Your Dream Home with a Reverse Mortgage
Apr 12 - 2pm to 4pm
Members Free / $20 Others
2 CE Credits
Instructor: George Tsoupaki
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IN-PERSON Creating Value with Renovation Loans
Apr 13 - 10am to 12pm
Members Free / $20 Others
1 CE Credits
Instructor: Jeff Zintsmeister
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ZOOM Understanding FIRPTA & Risk to Real Estate Buyers
Apr 18 - 10am to 11am
Members Free / $20 Others
1 CE Credits
Instructor: Eric Nesbitt, Esq.
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IN-PERSON ABCs of Statistics & Why They Matters
Apr 19 - 10am to 12pm
Members Free / $20 Others
2 CE Credits
Instructor: SMDRA Stats
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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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At Home with Diversity Certification Class |
DATE: Tue, May 16, 2023
TIME: 9:00am to 4:30pm
COST: $99 Members / $129 Others
FORMAT: Zoom Format
CE CREDITS: 6
INSTRUCTOR: Mickey Sanders
DESCRIPTION: REALTORS® know the importance of adapting and remaining relevant in today’s marketplace. By developing a business practice rooted in inclusion and equality, REALTORS® can help buyers of all cultural backgrounds achieve the dream of homeownership.
The At Home With Diversity® (AHWD) certification course teaches how to work effectively with diverse populations so you can build business success in today’s multicultural real estate market.
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Formulate an inclusive business plan to help you create an enduring business that is able to adapt and evolve to an ever-changing marketplace
- Learn inclusive, multi-cultural marketing and advertising strategies to broaden your client base
- Develop an increased awareness of cultural and personal biases that may inhibit you from fully embracing diversity and creating a successful multicultural real estate business.
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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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Affiliate Industry Partners Meet
and Greet Orientation
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DATE: Thursday, April 13, 2023
TIME: 2:30am – 4:00pm
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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April Connections & Cocktails PLUS - Member Networking |
DATE: Thursday, April 13, 2023
TIME: 4:00pm to 6:00pm – Doors Open at 3:45pm
TOPIC: Connections & Cocktails Networking PLUS - New REALTOR Members
Doors Open: 3:45pm
Event: 4pm-6:00pm
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.
THIS MONTH IS A CONNECTIONS & COCKTAILS PLUS! 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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SMDRA Texas Holdem Tournament & Casino Night Supporting RPAC |
DATE: Friday, April 21, 2023
TIME: 4:00pm-7:00pm
EVENT: Texas Holdem Tournament & Casino Night Supporting RPAC
COST: $50 Entry Fee
DESCRIPTION: Join us for a Texas Holdem Tournament & Casino Night supporting RPAC! SMDRA is the best place to network and socialize with Members and test out your Card Shark skills!
We will have Colorado Casino Nights facilitate our Texas Holdem Tournament, while you enjoy food and drinks, so be sure to bring along your best poker face, for an evening of fun with friends!
Members & Guests must be 21 years of age to attend.
COST: $50 Entry Includes:
Food & Drinks
1 Raffle Ticket Drawing to Win SMDRA Dues
1000 Game Chips for Texas Holdem Tournament
PRIZES: 1st Place, $250 Gift Card
2nd Place, $150 Gift Card
3rd Place, $50 Gift Card
GAMES: Texas Holdem, Black Jack, Craps and Roulette
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May Power Lunch: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Water, But Were Afraid to Ask |
DATE: Thursday, May 4, 2023
TIME: 11:00am-11:20am – Lunch and Networking
11:20 Welcome Announcements & Sponsor
11:30am-1:00pm – Program
SPEAKER: Brian Werner, Retired, Communications Manager, Northern Water – 1982-2020
SESSION INFORMATION: While a little presumptuous, the title should be enough to raise some interest among the realtor’s community. Brian will talk about all things water – our State’s most valuable natural resource and one that is discussed (and cussed) almost daily in the media these days.
The presentation will take a brief look at the historical development of water and the significance of Colorado water law to set the stage for larger discussions about water issues today. Brian will discuss some basic facts of life about our water supply, how water is administered and managed by many of the organizations and agencies that shape water policy in the state.
He will address many of today’s most fascinating water related issues including the Colorado River, the status of our current water supply, the Colorado Water Plan, current water project construction, conservation and many other current water topics.
POWER LUNCH SPONSOR:
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MARKET TRENDS & STATISTICS |
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Get the SMDRA Market Trends & Statistics for February 2023 |
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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Transparency, Accuracy Doubly Important for Hybrid Appraisals
National Association of REALTORS®
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What in the world is a hybrid appraisal? It’s a newish approach to appraisal in which a third party performs the property inspection and provides the information to the licensed or certified appraiser, who uses this information, as well as other data, to complete the appraisal. Hybrid appraisals could present new revenue opportunities for qualified real estate salespeople, reduce delays, and offer greater flexibility to appraisers. But work needs to be done to ensure this approach doesn’t jeopardize the quality of our work and the soundness of our financial system. |
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Statement from the Colorado Association of REALTORS RE: Colorado Builds Better Legislation
Colorado Association of REALTORS®
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We appreciate the thoughtful work of the bill sponsors and the diverse group of individuals and organizations who have put forward a proposal that purports to increase housing while reducing government restrictions. While we can all point to a wide range of factors that complicate access to housing, the one common denominator in this equation is our long-term, troubling lack of supply. |
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It's Official: Nestfully Has Landed!
REcolorado
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If you don’t know already, Nestfully is a public home search site that won’t leave you flying solo when it comes to growing your business. |
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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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GET TO KNOW ALL PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS before showing the property. Use your intuition. If you feel uneasy, have someone else with you, or don't show the property.
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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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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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