Your Network Is Your Advantage: Dozens of Ways to Connect Through GAAR

Real estate thrives on relationships. The stronger your network, the stronger your business. Fortunately, GAAR members do not have to hunt far for opportunities to meet new partners, deepen industry connections, and stay visible in the Albuquerque market.

GAAR  Committees and  Affiliate Members play a major role in creating a steady rhythm of events that bring brokers and industry partners together all year long. From monthly coffees to signature annual events, your membership unlocks a wide landscape of ways to grow your sphere, strengthen referral pathways, and stay plugged into the community.

Below is the full lineup of networking events available to both GAAR REALTOR® members and Affiliates, many at no cost.

  • YPN Coffee & Networking (Jan)
  • First Wednesday (Feb)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (Feb)
  • GAP QB Summit (Feb)
  • Q1 REALTOR/Affiliate 5:05
  • First Wednesday (Mar)
  • Run for the Zoo (Mar)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (Mar)
  • Awards Gala (March)
  • Affiliate Q&A First Wednesday (April)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (April)
  • Q2 REALTOR/Affiliate 5:05
  • Affiliate Q&A First Wednesday (May)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (May)
  • First Wednesday (June)
  • Golf Tournament (June)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (June)
  • YPN Music Bingo for RPAC (June)
  • Affiliate Q&A First Wednesday (July)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (July)
  • G.R.E.A.T. Event (July)
  • First Wednesday (Aug)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (Aug)
  • Q3 REALTOR/Affiliate 5:05
  • First Wednesday (Sept)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (Sept)
  • Boots & BBQ for RPAC (Sept)
  • First Wednesday (Oct)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (Oct)
  • Affiliate Q&A First Wednesday (Oct)
  • Bowl-A-Thon (Oct)
  • Make-A-Difference Day (Oct)
  • Q4 REALTOR/Affiliate 5:05
  • First Wednesday (Nov)
  • YPN Coffee & Networking (Nov)
  • Annual Meeting (Dec)

That’s 36 touchpoints with your peers, potential partners, and future referral sources. Better yet, 86.1% of these events cost nothing to attend, making it easier than ever to plug into the REALTOR® community and stay consistent in your networking.

Free Events 

YPN Coffee & Networking: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sept, Oct, Nov → 11
First Wednesday Member Forums: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Aug, Sept, Oct, Nov → 7
Affiliate Q&A First Wednesdays: Apr, May, Jul, Oct → 4
REALTOR®/Affiliate 5:05 Networking: One Each Quarter → 4
QB Summit & G.R.E.A.T. Event: Feb, Jul → 2
Annual Meeting: 1

Why These Events

Every time you show up, you strengthen your visibility, reinforce your professionalism, and build deeper trust within the industry. Pair these local opportunities with the wider benefits you enjoy through NMAR and NAR, and your membership becomes a powerhouse of connection and credibility.

Whether you prefer morning coffees, industry forums, or high-energy fundraising events, there is a place for you at the table all year long.

If you ever feel your business could use more momentum, remember this:
Your membership already comes with a built-in pipeline of opportunity.
All you have to do is walk through the door.


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