Great Smoky Mountains Association of Realtors

06/12/2026

🌟 Investing in the Future and Honoring Excellence 🌟

GSMAR Membership Breakfast was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate both the future of our community and the dedicated professionals who have helped shape it.

🎓 We were proud to award seven $1,000 scholarships to outstanding graduating seniors from Sevier and Cocke County schools. These remarkable students will be attending colleges and universities across the country, including the University of Tennessee, East Tennessee State University, Middle Tennessee State University, Cornell University, Walters State Community College, and the University of Tennessee-Martin.

🏆 We also recognized our Silver Service Award recipients, honoring REALTOR® members who have dedicated 25 years or more to serving their clients, our profession, and the communities we call home.

In addition to celebrating these accomplishments, members received updates on Association initiatives, governmental affairs, RPAC activities, upcoming events, and opportunities to remain engaged in protecting and advancing private property rights.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this morning a success. We are proud to invest in the next generation while recognizing the members whose years of service continue to strengthen our Association and our communities.

A special thank for our Supporting Partner Laurie Sweeting, Cutco Closing gifts for providing breakfast. We truly appreciate you support and service to GSMAR

Congratulations to our scholarship recipients and Silver Service honorees! 👏

06/01/2026

Reminder: Upcoming GRI Series Classes!

Don’t miss the first sessions in our GRI Series! These classes are a great opportunity to sharpen your skills, grow your knowledge, and continue working toward your GRI designation.

✅ Valuable industry insights
✅ Networking opportunities
✅ Professional development

Be sure to reserve your spot and stay on track with your education goals. We look forward to seeing you in class!

Register here-https://members.gsmar.org/ap/Events/Register/g4FX89zfzCyCo

05/29/2026

Don't Miss Our June Membership Breakfast!

Join us as we come together to celebrate some very special members of our community!

✅ Scholarship Presentations – We will award scholarships to deserving high school seniors from Sevier and Cocke Counties as they begin their next chapter.

✅ 25+ Year Member Recognition – Help us honor our REALTOR® members who have dedicated 25 years or more to our profession and association.

✅ REALTORS® Care Diaper Drive – We're collecting diapers and baby wipes to support the local Pregnancy Resource Center. Your donation can make a meaningful difference for families in need.

This will be a wonderful morning of recognition, giving back, and celebrating the impact REALTORS® have in our communities.

Bring a package of diapers or baby wipes and help us support local families while celebrating the best of GSMAR!

Registration link
https://members.gsmar.org/ap/Events/Register/mwFaOaYfmC3Ce

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05/22/2026

✨ Build Your Skills. Protect Your Business. Better Serve Your Clients.

🎓 Ready to take your real estate career to the next level? Earn your G.R.I. designation with GSMAR! 🏡✨
The Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (G.R.I.) is a comprehensive 6-class series designed to help REALTORS® build in-depth knowledge, professionalism, and skills to better serve today’s increasingly sophisticated clients. 📚💼

📅 June Courses:
🔹 GRI 401 – Doing Things the Right Way | June 8
🔹 GRI 402 – Staying in Business & Out of Court | June 9
🔹 GRI 403 – Working More Effectively with Buyers | June 10

⏰ All classes run 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
👩‍🏫 Instructor: Susan Barnette

🍂 PLUS — GRI 404, 405 & 406 will be offered this October, giving you the opportunity to complete the full 6-class series! 🙌

💲 Pricing:
✅ Primary & Secondary Members:
$20 Royalty Fee — NO other cost! 🎉 Member Benefit

✅ MLS Only:
$20 Royalty Fee + $10 per CE hour = $60

✅ Non-Members:
$20 Royalty Fee + $15 per CE hour = $90

💡 Invest in your future, expand your knowledge, and strengthen the way you serve your clients!

🖥️ Register today at
https://members.gsmar.org/ap/Events/Register/g4FX89zfzCyCo

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05/22/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Holiday Notice

The GSMAR Office will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.

We pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

Our office will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th.

Wishing all of our members a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

05/21/2026

You’re Invited! Membership Breakfast & Scholarship Awards

Join us for a morning of connection, celebration, and community impact!

🥞 Membership Breakfast & Scholarship Awards Ceremony
📅 June 4th, 2026 8:30 AM at GSMAR

We’re excited to honor local high school seniors from Sevier and Cocke County High Schools as we present this year’s scholarship recipients 🎓

❤️ REALTORS® Care Committee Donation Drive
We will also be collecting donations for the Pregnancy Resource Center
🍼 Needed items: Diapers (all sizes) & baby wipes

☕ Breakfast Sponsor:
Laurie Sweeting with Cutco Gifting & 360 Branding

Come enjoy breakfast, support a great cause, and help us celebrate the future of our community! We hope to see you there!

05/21/2026

🏡 READY TO LEVEL UP YOUR REAL ESTATE BUSINESS? 🏡

Join us for the NAR & Short Sale Foreclosure Certification Class presented by Great Smoky Mountains Association of REALTORS® (GSMAR) featuring instructor Ingrid Prather!

This valuable certification course is designed for REALTORS® looking to strengthen their knowledge in short sales, foreclosures, and advanced brokerage management strategies. The CRB designation is one of the most respected credentials in the real estate industry and helps professionals streamline operations, embrace new technology, and grow their business.

✨ Learn from Ingrid Prather, an experienced real estate professional and dynamic instructor known for empowering agents with practical tools, industry insight, and real-world strategies for success.

📅 Date: June 2, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location:
GSMAR
1109 Glennhill Ln
Sevierville, TN 37862

Register at the link below
https://members.gsmar.org/ap/Events/Register/b3FNYkEINCRCw

05/06/2026

🚐✨ What an incredible stop on the Tennessee REALTORS® Leadership Roadshow yesterday here at GSMAR!

We were honored to welcome Tennessee REALTORS leadership, local members, and industry professionals for a day filled with updates, collaboration, networking, and conversations about the future of real estate across Tennessee. From leadership insights and legislative updates to member benefits and exciting plans ahead.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended, presented, and helped make the East Tennessee Roadshow stop at GSMAR such a success. We are proud to partner with leaders who continue to advocate for and strengthen our REALTOR® community.

Special thanks to Tennessee REALTORS® for hitting the road and connecting directly with members across the state and for bringing the Roadshow spirit to GSMAR! 🚐🏡

05/05/2026

📢 **Reminder: It’s Election Day!**

Make your voice heard, every vote counts.

If you’re unsure where to vote, you can quickly find your polling location here:
https://web.go-vote-tn.elections.tn.gov/locations

Please take a few minutes today to participate in the process. Your involvement matters!

Voters who vote in person during early voting or on Election Day must present a photo ID issued by the federal or Tennessee state governments. These IDs may be current or expired.

04/27/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 President, Devin Cowell, on being named a National Association of REALTORS® 30 Under 30 honoree.

The 30 Under 30 program recognizes emerging leaders in real estate who demonstrate exceptional professionalism, innovation, and commitment to the industry.

This well-deserved recognition reflects Devin’s dedication and leadership, and we are proud to celebrate this achievement.

To read more about Devin and the other outstanding honorees, click the link below.

https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/30-under-30/2026-30-under-30-introducing-our-honorees