Dear GAAR Members,
As my year as GAAR President comes to a close, I want to share the progress we’ve made by strengthening operations, increasing transparency, and ensuring GAAR continues to be a trusted resource for our members. Thanks to your support, we achieved meaningful progress in several key areas:
Advocacy
GAAR is establishing a new Government Affairs Committee to elevate our advocacy work and deepen member involvement in policy issues. This group will help shape GAAR’s positions, guide local initiatives, and strengthen our grassroots voice. If you’re passionate about advocacy, we’d love to have you involved.
Governance & Compliance
We strengthened our organizational foundation by updating governing documents to meet NAR requirements, incorporating new Fair Housing provisions, and adopted Code of Conduct and Cybersecurity policies. In addition, the SWMLS Rules & Bylaws were ratified and GAAR’s Bylaws were certified with NAR.
Member & Community Engagement
We expanded community partnerships by approving complimentary Event Center use for groups like APD and NM Legal Aid. We launched the Citation Program for minor ethics compliance, supported two RPAC fundraisers, contributed $5,000 to the REALTORS® Relief Foundation, and awarded $50,000 in REALTOR® Fund Grants to local nonprofits.
Technology & Operations
We continued modernizing our facility with upgraded microphones in the Event Center, renewal of the Supra contract, implementation of CasePro for Professional Standards, authorization of Relevate One beta testing, and began transitioning to QuickBooks Online for improved financial reporting and transparency.
Strategic Planning & Policy Development
Several new Presidential Advisory Groups—focused on the Event Center, Value Proposition, Policies, and the Government Affairs Task Force—played a critical role in evaluating issues and providing recommendations that helped shape key decisions throughout 2025.
These accomplishments reflect a forward-thinking, member-driven organization—one committed to compliance, innovation, and elevating the value we provide to every REALTOR® we serve.
Thank you for the privilege of serving as your President. It has been an honor to work alongside you as we continue building a stronger GAAR for the future.
Sincerely,
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