SMDRA strives to create and inspire a strong, active community of REALTORS® and real estate industry Affiliate Partners in pursuit of success. Our focus is advocacy, education, building community and providing tools and resources to help our members grow their business and thrive.
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SMDRA…There is a difference!
FREE Education for Members – Classes are FREE for SMDRA Members, yes we said F-R-E-E! (*Excluding Certifications and Designations*) We are committed to increasing our REALTOR® members’ professionalism as well as paving the way for the real estate industry. With over 150+ class offering each year, we definitely have something to help you up your knowledge factor and grow your business.
State-of-the-Art Training/Event Facilities – The NEW SMDRA Headquarters building will host a state-of-the-art facility that combines the latest technology with a comfortable environment that can host a wide variety of training classes, speakers and events. Our new event center will hold 150+ people, with access to indoor and outdoor facilities. The outdoor patio has a fireplace, gas grill and pergola. The Training Room has tiered theater style seating which can host classes of 50+. This allows us to not only offer traditional classroom training but also enables us to provide a more interactive and collaborative setting with class offerings, webinars, and industry-related speakers. The SMDRA Headquarters building is filled with many state of the art features, including a tiered training center room that has built in Zoom capabilities, an Event Center that also has built in Zoom capabilities and technology to host a wide assortment of events and classes. A video green room, complete with a Tricaster Video System, a fully stocked REALTOR store, Tenants in real estate related businesses, the building is Wi-Fi enabled and beautiful spaces to come meet your clients/co-workers and much, much more. Be sure to stop by and take a tour, we love showing Members around our beautiful space.
Professional Development – Opportunities that take your career to the next level, through a variety of nationally recognized Certifications and Designations. SMDRA is proud to offer a comprehensive education program that provides our REALTOR® members with the knowledge they need to succeed. We offer, GRI Designation, RENE Certification, SRES Certification, PSA Certification and more!
Leadership Academy – The SMDRA Leadership Academy program was developed to increase participation in and understanding of the three levels of the REALTOR® organization, increased community involvement including state and local government, and increased exposure to the local business community. ALL designed to develop future Association leaders.
Professional Standards – We offer more than 150 class sessions annually with dozens of topics ranging from contracts to property marketing to social media. The majority of course offerings are CAR/NAR Continuing Education and Broker Training approved. We also offer additional classes taught by industry experts on such topics as financing, title, and home inspection. With a commitment to classes being efficiently run and scheduled at convenient times, the curriculum is continually updated to provide the most relevant content in the shortest amount of time.
Inclusion and Diversity Resources – From the National, State and Local Associations
Classes 2-Ways – In-Person and Zoom Online
FREE Education for Members – Classes at SMDRA are FREE to all members (*Excluding Certifications and Designations*).
Forewarn –Safety Intelligence App – A powerful tool to protect yourself when you meet with clients you don’t know or have never met. This valuable service is $240 per year, SMDRA is covering the cost for all REALTOR® Members. As a valued SMDRA REALTOR® Member, you get this benefit for FREE!
SentriLock Advantage – Access to rent a bluetooth lockbox for $10/mo. thru our SentriLock Library. We offer hands-on classes to learn the power of your lockbox. Access to our staff experts to assist realtime with your lockbox issues.
REALTOR® Store & Member Mondays – Our new headquarters building has a bigger REALTOR® store, then our current location. We will be able to carry more inventory and options for REALTORS®. We carry many items to help REALTORS® with their business, as well as fun items to show off the REALTOR® brand! Everything from signs, to t-shirts, mugs and hats that sport the REALTOR® “R”. Every Monday is Member Monday! You receive 10% off your purchases in our REALTOR® store, saving you even more money!
Discount Products & Services Program – These programs are offered through the National and State Associations providing countless products and services that help you manage your real estate business effectively and safely. CAR Benefits Program | NAR Benefits Program
REALTOR Healthcare Program – Access to a comprehensive state-wide healthcare program available to all Colorado REALTORS® Updated in 2021.
Legal Hotline – The REALTORS® Legal Hotline is a service which provides members of the Colorado Association of REALTORS® with direct access to a qualified real estate attorney who can offer information on real estate law and related matters. The Hotline provides legal information, not legal representation.
Dues Payment Plans – SMDRA offers several options to pay your annual dues, so they fit your budget. You have a choice! One, Three, Four or Twelve easy installment payment options are available. We do this because your success is our mission!
Copy Services Savings – You have access to high quality, color or black and white copies with all the bells and whistles to meet all your copying needs. The cost to reproduce your business documents is below current copy costs that are available in the local marketplace. Convenient and saving you money, making you look like a rockstar!
Facilities Access – SMDRA has an amazing facility! Members have access to options in the building to host their events and client meetings.
An Amazing Staff – We have assembled a top-notch team to meet the needs of our members daily. Our staff is kind, helpful, loyal & committed to our members. A fun crew, who will always greet you with a smile! Be sure to stop by and say hello!
Opportunities for Involvement – Being active in your Association provides opportunities to have an impact in your community, in your business and in the real estate industry.
Community Service Opportunities – Many community service housing related projects to help residents of our local communities and give back to those in need.
Annual Awards Program – The Diamond Circle Awards recognizes those top-producers in the Association, Members who have been of service to the Association, the community and the real estate industry.
Affiliate Business Partner Access – Build your Real Estate Dream Team! SMDRA has over 275+ Affiliate Business Partners in real estate related businesses. Face it, people do business with professionals they know, like and trust. Assembling your real estate dream team is SIMPLE, with so many quality business connections. Visit our online searchable directory that has over 80 different categories representing our member’s businesses.
Affiliate Sponsorship Program – Our Affiliate Sponsorships allows our Affiliate Members to get in front of REALTOR® and Affiliate Members. This program ensures your dues dollars are spent on other programs that support the growth and success of our members.
That’s Who We R – A sophisticated multi-media public awareness campaign that encourages consumers to utilize the services of a REALTOR® when buying or selling a home.
Affiliate Community Directory & SMDRA Connect App – A publication and app you can give to you clients with endless home related businesses with services from Appraisals to Trash Removals.
Special Member Events – These functions offer networking opportunities for Members. Events scheduled throughout the year that provides hundreds of opportunities each year for networking with over 5750+ SMDRA Members. Our fun events, marketing meetings and charity fundraisers are great ways to introduce yourself and grow your business whether among colleagues or in our communities.
SMDRA YPN – Building valuable relationships, that help young real estate professionals build resources that will help them gain business and be successful.
Social Media Community – Members have access to The SMDRA Facebook Group, which is a closed community, available exclusively for our Members. A place to share your listings, open houses, real estate related needs etc. Also follow the SMDRA Community on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Pinterest.
SentriLock Advantage – SentriLock is hands-down the best solution to keep your client’s home safe & secure. Security features set it apart, trackable access logs, notifications & all information that electronic lock boxes provide. It’s now an expectation of homeowners.
SMDRA Scoop Weekly eNews – A steady flow of news and information that will keep you up-to-date with all things SMDRA, state and national real estate news. The SMDRA Scoop is sent out to membership every Friday morning.
Video Studio Green Room – The Studio is a NEW feature of SMDRA. Schedule time in the studio & use the space to shoot videos for your social media & business.
Market Statistics and Trends – We provide you with the latest statistics to help keep you informed of the latest market conditions. You don’t have to sift through endless sources of information trying to find the information you need; we do all of that for you. Our statistics come in 2 fun infographic, downloadable formats that you can share with your clients.
Representation in Government – If you’re a REALTOR®, politics is your business. As a member, you can have the peace of mind that when it comes to protecting your political interests, you’re not alone. While you are focusing on your real estate business, we are making sure you are politically protected and able to do business. SMDRA advocates every day for federal, state, and local policy initiatives that strengthen the ability of Americans to own, buy and sell real property. During COVID your business was ‘essential’ due to advocacy efforts.
Local Government Advocacy – Important advocacy and lobbying efforts on behalf of REALTORS before local elected officials and governmental agencies. Your membership supports a powerful Government Affairs program which successfully defends key issues that protects homeownership, private property rights, free enterprise and your right to conduct business. During COVID your business was ‘essential’ due to advocacy efforts.
Community Activities – Invitations to participate in community service projects that serve and support our local community in housing initiatives, affordable housing projects and supports other local non-profits.
Buyer/Seller Dispute Mediation – Resolve a dispute resulting from a transaction such as earnest $$ or condition of a property, etc.
Legal Hotline – The REALTORS® Legal Hotline is a service which provides members of the Colorado Association of REALTORS® with direct access to a qualified real estate attorney who can offer information on real estate law and related matters. The Hotline provides legal information, not legal representation.