Valli Crockett of Bergen Peak Realty, current Mountain Metro Association of Realtors (MMAR) President, Carmen Elam of Coldwell Banker, former President and current secretary of MMAR, and Diane Florschuetz of Wildflower Realty and President-Elect of MMAR join us for a panel discussion about foothills-specific topic and issues and MMAR's involvement and representation of their membership in the area. MMAR has a footprint through Bailey Conifer, Evergreen, Idaho Springs, and down into the far western suburbs of Denver. We cover a wide range of topics including the role of associations and how they represent Realtors in the community and at the state and national level, and the importance for agents to be members of their association. Foothills-specific topics are discussed giving key insights especially for agents who aren't as familiar with the foothills areas. We also touch on MMAR's Certified Mountain Area Specialist (CMAS) designation which gives agents a deep knowledge of mountain area transactions and potential issues so they can represent their clients in a more knowledgeable and professional manner. We conclude the discussion with MMAR's strong involvement in fair housing and diversity and inclusion initiatives. If you are currently doing business in the foothills or are interested in expanding your business into these areas, or just curious about the unique aspects of foothills transactions, this episode will give you an excellent overview of mountain community real estate.
MMAR’s Mission and Vision
Our Mission:
The Mission of MMAR is to support its membership by enhancing abilities and opportunities to succeed, to strengthen our image, and to be the collaborative voice advocating for property ownership in our foothills communities.
Our Vision:
Our vision is to provide education and advocacy to enable our members to successfully and ethically conduct their business. MMAR continues to promote our members as trusted advisors to the community.
Location and Contact:
CEO: Lyndee Louk
Email: MMARinformation@gmail.com
Address: 1524 Belford Court, Evergreen, CO 80439
Phone: (303) 674-7020 Direct: (303) 995-7771
00:10-00:42: The episode is introduced as a departure from the usual format, with a focus on discussing the role of Mamar and the past, current, and future leadership of the association.
01:26-01:56: Introduction of Valley, the current president of Mamar.
02:19-02:45: Introduction of Carmen, another participant in the meeting.
03:24-04:07: Discussion about the benefits of being a part of a smaller association and the ability to have honest conversations with a focused group.
04:40-05:21: The importance of working closely together in a smaller group and having a voice within the association.
06:24-06:49: The misconception that Mamar is just a group that offers classes and happy hours, and the need to highlight the various initiatives and projects the association is involved in.
06:56-07:11: Discussion about the specific projects and initiatives Mamar is working on.
09:20-09:51: Uncertainty about the specific projects Mamar is currently involved in.
11:11-11:33: Mention of Diane discussing the importance of wildfire safety mitigation and prevention.
12:23-12:45: The ability to make connections and share information with other local associations.
14:40-14:54: Carmen asks how people can find the classes offered by Mamar.
16:04-17:44: Explanation of how to find the classes on Mamar's website.
16:47-18:02: Discussion about the importance of having knowledge about specific areas, such as lending nuances, to better serve clients.
20:58-21:10: Mention of the Evergreen Rotary and its involvement with Mamar.
22:37-23:48: Discussion about the involvement of Mamar in community wildfire preparedness groups and staying informed about wildfire-related issues.
24:01-24:41: Government Affairs Committee's role in providing updates on legislation and ballot measures, as well as organizing open forums with county commissioners.
25:20-25:44: The importance of prioritizing resources during emergencies and focusing on protecting houses.
27:01-27:57: The role of the Government Affairs Committee in keeping members informed about legislative sessions and national-level updates.
28:23-29:20: The value of the Government Affairs Committee's updates and the success of the open forum event with county commissioners.
29:38-30:52: Discussion about the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee and its initiatives, including a book club and efforts to facilitate fair housing and equity.
31:03-31:49: Monthly focus areas for the DEI Committee, including education on elevation and finding affordable housing.
32:13-32:23: Collaboration between Mamar and the Center for the Arts, Evergreen, for a speaker series.
RJ Baxter
Owner
Clear Path Home Loans
http://www.cohomesandloans.com
303-670-0137
therjbaxterteam@gmail.com
NMLS #395819
Clear Path NMLS #2564260
