DMAR Digest | Week of December 14

“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.”

William Arthur Ward, American writer

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Real Trends December Newsletter | compliments of DMAR
The monthly REAL Trends newsletter features commentary from Steve Murray on the state of real estate and forward-thinking articles from guest contributors such as Larry Kendall of Ninja Selling and Sue Johnson, former CEO of RESPRO. These articles originally appeared in the December 2020 issue of the REAL Trends Newsletter and are reprinted with permission of REAL Trends, Inc. Copyright 2020. Read More

As Denver's housing inventory hits another historic low, listings $1M and up take center stage
"Denver buyers should be prepared to lose a bid or two before winning their dream home," said Jenny Usaj, owner of Usaj Realty and a member of DMAR's Market Trends Committee. "Competition for well-positioned luxury homes is fierce." Read More

U.S. Sees Rise in Appetite for Single-Family Homes—Especially of the Luxury Variety
Between the start of the coronavirus pandemic in March and the end of November, the number of single-family detached homes priced above $1 million to have entered contract jumped 28.8% compared to the same period last year. Read More

U.S. Properties with Foreclosure Filings Dip from Last Month as Foreclosure Moratorium is Extended to 2021
10,042 U.S. properties received a foreclosure filing in november 2020, down 14 percent from last month; florida tops out with the highest foreclosure rate, leading the nation in REO filings; foreclosure starts uptick monthly in Missouri, Indiana and Georgia IRVINE, Calif. Read More 

More Black Millennials Are Becoming Homeowners
Black millennial Americans are increasingly becoming homeowners. Black adults between the ages of 26 and 39 have led recent increases in African American homeownership rates, according to a recent analysis of data from the National Association of REALTORS®. Read More 

Biden chooses Rep. Marcia Fudge as HUD secretary
Fudge will leave her role as Representative for Ohio’s 11th congressional district to serve on the cabinet if confirmed. Fudge is likely to be one of the few members of Congress chosen to serve on the cabinet, as Democrats lost significant ground in the House during the 2020 election, and control of the Senate remains to be determined. But Fudge represents a majority-minority district in Ohio, and Democrats could safely fill her seat if needed. Read More

City and County Market Trends Reports | DEC. '20
Quick look at City and County Market Trends Reports featuring November data. These 48 downloadable reports are comprehensive and a fantastic member benefit. Download Here

Economic Summit 2021
2020 was a year like no other – from a global pandemic, stay at home mandates and a record-breaking 40+ million people filing for unemployment, to the rise of deep racial and socioeconomic divides leading to months of protest and, on top of all of that, one of the most highly anticipated presidential elections possibly ever. So, what does the road ahead for the U.S. economy look like? Join us and find out! Tickets Here

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If you are looking to reach a specific department or staff person, please refer to the staff directory here, or contact our main line at 303-756-0553 or email help@dmarealtors.com. 

Showing Supplies Basket (Restocked)
Our popular Showing Supplies Basket has been restocked in all four DMAR offices. This includes the gear you need to conduct safe and clean showings including 10 face masks, 10 pairs of shoe covers, 10 pairs of nitrile gloves, hand sanitizer, one laminated "Please Sanitize Your Hands Before Entering" sign and one laminated "This Home Has Been Thoroughly Cleaned and Sanitized" sign. Shop Here

Panel Discussion | Continuing the Conversation (FREE EVENT) This Friday, December 18th at 12:30 PM 
Don't miss this free virtual panel discussion on diversity, equity and inclusion. Our panelists will weigh in on how to transition to a culture of inclusion and equity, how to not only begin equity work but sustain it too, how to change your business model to be more inclusive and how to incorporate racial justice and equity in your decision-making. Free RSVP

Industry Partner Spotlight

Andrew Sams with Alpine Building Performance, LLC​

Almost any physical product that a consumer buys these days comes with an owner manual to explain how to properly operate it. Unfortunately, this is often not true for the largest purchase of one's life: their home. This is why it's especially critical that homebuyers understand how to properly operate and maintain their home. As a home inspection company committed to client education, we believe that our job isn't just to identify what is wrong with the house but to explain how our clients can live a healthy, safe and comfortable life in their home. Trust Alpine Building Performance, LLC to take care of your clients to the same standard and level of professionalism that you do. 

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Three Tier Benefits | Alpine Association Benefits

Last Chance for Members to Join for January 1st Enrollment

As a member of DMAR, you also gain access to member-only benefits and services from the Colorado Association of REALTORS®️ (CAR) and the National Association of REALTORS®️ (NAR).

You may have heard of the healthcare benefits available through DMAR, and we are excited to announce one last webinar for 2020 to help understand the details. Please review the resources below to join the webinar to find some useful information about the plan.

Webinar Date: Thursday, December 17th at 9:30 AM Register

Useful Resource Links:

1. Quick Overview Video (3 minutes)
2. Summary of Benefits and Pricing
3. Website

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