INSIDER TAMARA SHERRILL
2026 : JUNE
AMONG AMERICA'S BEST
Recognized in the 2026 RealTrends "The Thousand" list.
Honored as one of the Top 1,000 Real Estate Professionals in the United States, based on production achievements from 2025. See page #15
Brokerage Corner
HB26-1287 (THE DIVISION OF REAL ESTATE SUNSET BILL) HAS CLEARED THE HOUSE AND SENATE AND IS HEADED TO THE GOVERNOR’S DESK FOR SIGNATURE WITH FOUR AMENDMENTS THAT MEANINGFULLY REDUCE ITS IMPACT ON YOUR PRACTICE. WE WANT TO FLAG WHAT’S COMING SO YOU CAN PLAN AHEAD.
Colorado Real Estate Update: Key Changes Coming from HB26-1287
The Colorado Division of Real Estate (DRE) sunset bill, HB26-1287, has successfully passed both the House and Senate and is now becoming law Thanks to several important amendments, the final version of the bill is far more favorable for real estate professionals than originally proposed.
Brokerage Corner Update
As of the writing of this article, Governor Polis signed HB26-1287 into law on June 4, 2026 The legislation now moves to the desk of Marcia Waters, Director of the Colorado Division of Real Estate, and her team to begin implementing the required rule changes. While the statutory changes are now in place, the industry will be closely watching the rulemaking process to see how these updates are ultimately applied in practice. These changes are expected to have a meaningful impact on broker operations and compliance requirements across Colorado
What Changed?
Removal of Restitution Authority
One of the most significant concerns in the original bill was a provision allowing the Real Estate Commission to impose restitution on brokers Since Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance would not have covered restitution orders, this represented substantial financial exposure for licensees. Fortunately, this provision has been removed from the final legislation.
Simplified Trust Account Requirements
Current regulations require brokers to maintain qualified trust accounts for any funds belonging to others The amendment narrows this requirement to funds directly connected to real estate brokerage services
As a result:
Associate Brokers will no longer be required to hold unrelated third-party funds, including tenant security deposits, in specialized trust accounts.
Brokerage firms conducting activities such as property management will still be required to maintain qualified trust accounts for brokerage-related funds.
Affiliated Business Arrangement (AfBA) Disclosure Improvements
Under current law, all parties involved in a transaction must sign an AfBA Disclosure, even when only one party is receiving a referral
The amendment streamlines this process by requiring disclosure only to the party who is actually receiving the referral, reducing unnecessary paperwork while maintaining transparency.
Clarification of Client Consent Requirements
The DRE's interpretation of "informed consent" has created uncertainty for many brokers The amended bill replaces that standard with a clearer and more practical requirement: express written consent from the client
This aligns with the standard Colorado real estate professionals have successfully used for decades under Paragraph 5.3 of Colorado listing contracts.
What Happens Next?
While these legislative changes are encouraging, the work is not yet complete. The Real Estate Commission must now update its rules to align with the new statute before implementation The Division of Real Estate has indicated concerns regarding some of the amendments, making the upcoming rulemaking process important for the industry to monitor and participate in Because of these anticipated changes, REMAX Alliance has intentionally delayed finalizing updates to our Office Policy Manuals. Once the Commission adopts final rules, we will complete any necessary revisions to: Office Policy Manuals
Advisories
Contract clauses and supporting documents
A Win for Colorado REALTORS®
These positive amendments were made possible through the dedicated efforts of the Colorado Association of REALTORS® Government Affairs Team and its lobbying partners, who worked diligently to advocate for practical, broker-friendly solutions while maintaining consumer protections. We will continue monitoring the rulemaking process and will provide updates as additional information becomes available.
The Schick Perspective
Hello REMAX family!
Happy Summertime!!
Welcome to our first ever company-wide magazine.
We hope you enjoy it.
From the ownership side of our company, we are seeing a lot of activity There are a lot of buyers and sellers and unique opportunities arising
The key to anything is, we must be ready.
Chad and I have been called by many brokerages who would like us to acquire them or merge into their company We are considering some and others we are not
We want to always make sure we are doing what is the best for you...........our family.
There is a lot of anxiety and anxiousness in the real estate world.
From our perspective, we are excited
We are excited for opportunities
We are excited for growth.
We are excited to keep focused on our brokers.
We are genuinely so thankful you are all with us.
As we ramp up this publication and more, we are doing it to make us a stronger family
There are many amazing agents, managers, staff and more inside this company
Let's keep growing together.
Love ya family.
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Leslie Henckel - 9th
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Jill Haarbye - 29th
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AGENT ANNIVERSARIES
JUNE
Daniel Rieck - 1st
Terrence Hassett - 1st
Russ Loya - 1st
Torrey McCoy - 1st
Denise Kloster - 1st
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Tara Shields - 2nd
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Jim Leuschner - 20th
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Louis Moore - 23rd
Alan Detmer - 23rd
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Broderick Craig - 26th
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Jerry Hufford - 30th
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STAFF BIRTHDAYS
JUNE
STAFF ANNIVERSARIES
JUNE
6/10 2 YEARS
6/26 3 YEARS
KIRSTIE LUCIO
SARAH BETH WARNER
Among America's #34 IN COLORADO BEST Real Estate Agents TAMARA SHERRILL
REMAX Alliance proudly congratulates Tamara Sherrill on being named to the 2026 RealTrends "The Thousand" list, recognizing the top 1,000 real estate professionals in the nation based on 2025 production
Licensed since 2016, Tamara has built her reputation throughout Northern Colorado by putting relationships first. Known for her professionalism, responsiveness, and clientfocused approach, she is dedicated to helping buyers and sellers achieve their goals with confidence
A proud United States Navy veteran who served during Desert Storm and Desert Shield, Tamara brings integrity, dedication, and a strong commitment to service into every transaction. Her diverse background in communications, wellness, and entrepreneurship allows her to provide a thoughtful and personalized experience for every client.
This national recognition reflects not only outstanding results, but also the trust, expertise, and care that Tamara brings to every relationship.
Congratulations, Tamara, on this incredible achievement and for representing REMAX Alliance among the very best in the industry.
GIVING BACK
Stronger Communities. Brighter Futures.
A Legacy of Giving Back
At REMAX Alliance, giving back has always been more than a tradition it's part of who we are. Since REMAX partnered with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals in 1992, REMAX affiliates across North America have donated more than $218 million to support children's hospitals and the families they serve.
Here in Colorado, REMAX Alliance agents and staff have proudly carried that mission forward through fundraising events, Honor Cards, and countless acts of generosity benefiting Children's Hospital Colorado.
We are incredibly proud to share that REMAX Alliance has been recognized as a member of the Charles C. Gates Society, an honor reserved for donors whose cumulative giving has reached $1 million or more in support of Children's Hospital Colorado This prestigious recognition reflects years of dedication, generosity, and commitment from our agents, staff, clients, and community partners
The impact continues today In 2025, REMAX Alliance raised nearly $50,000 for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. In 2026, our agents have already raised more than $22,000 through Honor Card donations alone, demonstrating that our commitment to Colorado's children remains stronger than ever.
Every dollar raised stays local, helping provide advanced medical care, life-saving equipment, family support services, groundbreaking research, and hope for children facing serious illnesses and injuries throughout Colorado.
MAKE A BIG CHANGE IN A CHILD’S LIFE
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR BRONZE MIRACLE AGENTS
Your generous contributions of $500 or more directly support local children and families through Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
100% LOCAL IMPACT
Every dollar stays local to help kids in our community
LIFE-CHANGING CARE
Funds advanced treatments and specialized equipment
WHY IT MATTERS MEET SHINE
FAMILY SUPPORT
Provides essential programs and services for children and their families
At just two years old, Shine underwent a double leg amputation to improve his mobility. Since receiving his first prosthetics, he has embraced life with remarkable determination running, competing in adaptive sports, and training for triathlons
Now eight years old, Shine has undergone 22 surgeries and continues to inspire everyone around him with his resilience, courage, and joy
“EVERY HOME SOLD HAS THE POWER TO CHANGE A CHILD'S LIFE.“
LYDIA CREASEY
NADINE KIRK JAMES THOMAS
SERVICE BEYOND THE TABLE
What began as a journey toward healthier eating evolved into a lifelong commitment to helping others Alongside her husband Stu, Lisa has donated more than 500 pounds of wild game meat to local families, food pantries, Mountain Resource Center, and Lifebridge
For Veterans attending Mountain Resource Center events, her homemade elk meatballs have become a tradition one that brings people together around a shared meal and meaningful conversation
Lisa’s father served nearly 30 years in the Army Reserves after being drafted at age 18 His service, sacrifice, and love for family continue to inspire her volunteer work today
Listening to Veterans share their stories brings Lisa back to the kitchen table conversations she had with her father memories that live on in every meal she serves
BOLDTRAIL
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This digital planner is your go-to guide for exploring and using the full MAXTech suite - a collection of powerful technology solutions designed to support your business
Whether you’re new to these solutions or looking to level up your tech game, this resource breaks each one into manageable, actionable steps
This planner provides bite-sized activities that you can schedule throughout your week. Once you've accessed the course, you will be able to click on 'download' and use the PDF as a guide to setting up your technology to work for you and your business. You'll also be able to easily access any videos or resources linked within the PDF by clicking on the corresponding product folder!
To get a preview of the Agent Tech Planner, learn how to use it, and download the PDF file to begin to master MAXTech and develop daily best practices!
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MARIA GEMA RAPOLLA
• CRP Certified (Certified Relocation Professional)
• Over 23 years of real estate experience
• Currently has contracts with 8 relocation companies
• Servicing Colorado, Utah, Washington, Oregon, Arizona, Nevada, Northern California, and Southern California – covering 975 zip codes
One Place For All of Your Relo!
As a reminder, our relocation program is now managed through a single source to ensure consistency, compliance, and a seamless experience for both our agents and clients. This streamlined approach allows us to better coordinate relocation opportunities, strengthen our relocation partnerships, and provide enhanced support throughout the transaction process
Should you receive a relocation request, please reach out to Lisa Rothenberger at lrothenberger@homesincolorado.com to ensure you are connected with the proper resources and next steps. Our new Relocation Director will assist with the required paperwork, administration, and coordination throughout the process, helping to create a smooth and successful experience for everyone involved.
This investment supports the administration, contract management, compliance oversight, and ongoing coordination required to successfully manage relocation transactions By creating a consistent process, we are better positioned to grow our relocation contracts, create additional opportunities for our agents, and deliver an exceptional experience for our clients.
WHAT’S COMING Events Fundraisers
ZOO LIG
Are you already thinking about your 2026 Client Appreciation Events?
REMAX Alliance is making it easy for you! Give your clients an unforgettable evening at Denver Zoo Lights an exclusive event designed to help you celebrate your clients, strengthen relationships, and create lasting memories.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Private Zoo Lights experience reserved for REMAX and your clients
Tables or tents available to greet and celebrate your guests
Tickets are only $25 per client attendee
Select zoo restaurants open for food & drinks (pay per meal)
Full event support including invitations, ticketing, and more
WE GOT THE DETAILS
REMAX Alliance will take care of:
Invitations
Space rentals
Ticketing system
Easy payment options
Marketing materials
Event coordination
Start thinking about your invite list now!
Children 2 and under are free!
5:30 PM – 9:00 PM NOVEMBER
GOLDEN FARMER’S MARKET
Golden High School
7/15/2026 : 3PM - 6PM
Come be a part of our booth at the Golden Farmer's Market! This is a great opportunity to connect with members of the Golden community, increase REMAX Alliance's local visibility, and enjoy an afternoon filled with fresh produce, artisan foods, and meaningful networking. Join us as we engage with residents and help showcase our presence at one of Golden's favorite community events.
EVERTREEINSURANCESTAFFSPOTLIGHT JEREMYMCCALLUM
SVP, RETAIL DISTRIBUTION
Jeremy spent 25 years managing his own insurance agency before joining Evertree in 2023. He has experience as a VP for the Mountain States region and now oversees all retail regions, focusing on leadership development, organic growth, and sales performance Based in Colorado, he supports Children's Hospital Colorado and enjoys traveling, golfing, and outdoor activities with his family.
PREFERRED PARTNERS REMAX ALLIANCE
Home Mortgage Advisors homemortgageadvisors.com
Home Mortgage Advisors (HMA) is a direct mortgage lender collaborating with real estate agents to streamline financing. They offer upfront approvals, flexible underwriting, and diverse loan options, including Conventional, FHA, VA, and Jumbo HMA supports low down payment programs, utilizes in-house processing for efficiency, and employs technology to enhance the loan process This approach boosts buyers' competitiveness in multiple-offer situations and fosters a positive client experience, leading to increased referrals and repeat business
Evertree Insurance
evertreeinsurance.com
Evertree Insurance simplifies the insurance process for agents and clients by providing a central resource for comparing and managing coverage from different carriers. They facilitate quoting and policy placement, allowing agents to focus on closing deals while ensuring client satisfaction through competitive options and ongoing policy reviews. With expertise in home, auto, and life insurance, Evertree helps agents operate as full-service providers with reliable partners.
Upfront
myupfront.com
Upfront is a real estate financial platform designed to help agents access their commissions early, improving cash flow and financial stability. It enables agents to cover business expenses without high-interest credit, reducing financial stress and allowing focus on closing deals. Built-in safeguards protect against transaction failures. Upfront also offers tailored healthcare benefits and integrates with brokerages for a seamless experience, facilitating business reinvestment and growth.
REMAX Commercial Alliance offers a competitive advantage in commercial and investment real estate through a global network of over 110,000 professionals. It enhances deal opportunities via referrals, partnerships, and expert support in investment properties, leasing, and sales This collaboration helps agents serve clients better, increase earning potential through referrals, and build stronger client relationships while positioning themselves as well-connected, full-service agents
TRUSTED VENDOR REQUIREMENT
SEE YOU NEXT MONTH!
From our family to yours, we look forward to seeing you next month!
