Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Association in Stamford, CT
Founded in 1919, the Stamford Board of REALTORS (SBOR) serves as a not-for-profit professional trade association dedicated to advancing the real estate industry. Our mission is to equip members with tools, resources, and support to foster professional growth, uphold ethical conduct, and drive prosperity while acting as the authoritative voice for real estate in our community. With a leadership team comprising seasoned professionals from top local firms, we prioritize advocacy, education, and community engagement. Our members benefit from access to cutting-edge market data, legislative representation, and a robust network of industry partners.We champion the REALTOR Code of Ethics, ensuring accountability and trust in every transaction. Through initiatives like the REALTOR Party and RPAC, we influence policies that strengthen homeownership and property investment. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in programs such as dispute resolution, professional standards enforcement, and ongoing educational opportunities. As a member-driven organization, we empower real estate professionals to thrive in a dynamic market while contributing to the vitality of Stamfords housing landscape.
Services
Legislative Advocacy
Professional Standards
Member Education
Real Estate Resources
Dispute Resolution
Community Outreach
RPAC Contributions
Affiliate Partnerships
Market Data Access
Ethics Training
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We advocate for pro-REALTOR policies at local, state, and federal levels.
- Our members adhere to the strict REALTOR Code of Ethics for accountability.
- We offer exclusive access to SmartMLS for comprehensive market data.
- We provide ongoing education and professional development opportunities for members.
- Our dispute resolution process ensures fair and confidential handling of grievances.
Services
Legislative Advocacy
We actively promote pro-REALTOR policies at all government levels to protect homeownership and property investment. Our advocacy efforts influence legislation impacting real estate markets, ensuring a favorable business environment. Members benefit from year-round lobbying and grassroots campaigns led by industry experts.
Professional Standards
We uphold the REALTOR Code of Ethics through rigorous dispute resolution processes. Our trained committees handle ethics complaints and arbitration requests, ensuring accountability and trust in real estate transactions. This commitment differentiates our members in the industry.
Member Education
We provide comprehensive training programs, including mandatory ethics courses and continuing education. Members gain access to workshops, seminars, and resources designed to enhance professional skills and market competitiveness through knowledge-sharing and networking.
Market Data Access
Our partnership with SmartMLS grants members real-time access to residential real estate data in Stamford. This includes inventory trends, sales statistics, and pricing analytics to inform client decisions and strategic business planning.
Community Outreach
We organize events connecting real estate professionals with local stakeholders, including school partnerships and charity fundraisers. These initiatives strengthen community ties while promoting members' expertise to potential clients and collaborators.
People
Kimberly Tapscott
President
Kimberly leads SBOR's strategic initiatives, leveraging her experience at Keller Williams Prestige to advance member interests. She focuses on advocacy, education, and fostering industry collaboration to strengthen Stamford's real estate market.
Carrie Levitt Kaplan
President Elect
Carrie serves as President Elect, bringing expertise from William Raveis to shape SBOR's future direction. Her priorities include expanding member benefits and enhancing community partnerships to support sustainable industry growth.
Brent Hanson
Treasurer
Brent manages SBOR's financial stewardship, applying his background at BHGRE Shore & Country Prop. to ensure fiscal responsibility. He advocates for policies that promote real estate investment and market stability in Stamford.
Gabriela Villacis
Secretary
Gabriela oversees SBOR's administrative operations, utilizing her experience at Modern Day Real Estate to streamline processes. She champions technology adoption and member engagement to enhance organizational efficiency and service delivery.
Jami Birnbaum
Director of Member Engagement
Jami connects members with resources and networking opportunities, drawing from her role in member relations. She focuses on recruitment, retention, and professional development to build a cohesive, thriving real estate community.
Questions
How do I join the Stamford Board of REALTORS®?
Complete real estate licensing steps, find a sponsoring broker, and submit your application through our website. Attend new member orientation within 60 days of joining.
What benefits do SBOR members receive?
Members gain access to SmartMLS data, legislative advocacy, ethics training, professional development, and networking opportunities with 1,000+ local real estate professionals.
How does SBOR handle real estate disputes?
We enforce the REALTOR® Code of Ethics through formal processes for ethics complaints and arbitration. Most disputes resolve through direct communication between parties before formal action.
What advocacy efforts does SBOR prioritize?
We focus on promoting homeownership-friendly policies, influencing zoning regulations, and supporting RPAC contributions to elect pro-REALTOR® candidates at all government levels.
Can non-REALTORS® participate in SBOR events?
Affiliate partners and community stakeholders may attend select events. Full membership benefits require REALTOR® certification through the National Association of REALTORS®.
How does SBOR support local communities?
We organize charity fundraisers, school partnerships, and volunteer initiatives connecting members with local organizations to address housing and community development needs.
