Thomasville Area Board of Realtors

06/08/2026

05/16/2026

Registration is open

Registration is OPEN! Grow your business and “Find Your Rhythm in the Big Easy,” at the 2026 GAR Annual Conference & Expo this September in New Orleans, Louisiana, happening Monday, August 31 through Friday, September 4, 2026! Lock in early bird pricing of $350 by July 1 and get ready for energizing CE, a dynamic Expo, and powerful connections. PLUS! Don't miss keynote speaker Inky Johnson sharing how to reset your mindset, recharge through meaningful connections, restore your energy, and renew your commitment to your mission.

To learn more or to register, please visit https://cvent.me/KaOWvr

05/16/2026

A big step forward for Georgia homeowners! Thank you to Gov. Kemp for signing Senate Bill 33 into law this week. This legislation delivers meaningful property tax relief by strengthening homestead protections, creating new tools to lower property tax burdens, and reinforcing transparency so local governments remain accountable to taxpayers when making budget decisions.

GAR remains committed to championing solutions that protect private property rights and make homeownership more attainable and sustainable for Georgians today and in the future. Thank you to all who worked on this property tax package!

Governor Brian Kemp

05/16/2026

Understanding what influences your rate can help you make smarter decisions and potentially
save thousands over the life of your loan. Connect with a REALTOR® in Georgia today to explore your options with the right financing strategy for you.

Members can stay "Plugged In" and download the May infographic here: https://ow.ly/E4M550YYmQb

05/16/2026

HOA reform has been a GAR priority for many years, and we are excited that it is now a reality. Thank you to Senator Matt Brass for championing this effort on behalf of all Georgians!
May 12 concluded the Governor’s signing period for all legislation passed during the 2026 legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly, and we’re excited to report that SB 406 has passed into law! There are several changes to owner’s associations headed our way, and we want to make sure you’re informed, so this will be a long one!
This law will hold rogue HOAs accountable to the property owners that live inside them, but this is a balanced measure that will ensure fairness for HOAs, POAs, and COAs that are following Georgia law. SB 406 creates a much needed property owner’s bill of rights.
HOAs cannot refuse to take an owner’s dues payment, and it creates a prescribed payment application order - when a property owner makes a payment, it must be applied first to dues, then special assessments, then fees and fines. In addition, SB 406 raises the foreclosure threshold from the current $2,000 to $4,000. This means that a property owner must now be in arrears of at least $4,000 before most owners’ associations may begin foreclosure proceedings against that owner. On top of that, fines and fees can no longer be used in the calculation to the foreclosure threshold, so an owner must be in arrears of dues and assessment payments only.
Another win for owners - an association must notify a property owner of their intent to begin assessing attorney’s fees on top of the owner’s past due dues and assessments. The association must also provide the property owner with the right to cure any outstanding amount owed to the association, and if the owner does so, the impending foreclosure and associated lien do not move forward.
This law will require all owner’s associations to file with the GA Secretary of State and provide their current budgets and list of officers for property owners to review at any time. It will also allow the Secretary of State’s office to provide a referee of sorts for disputes between HOAs, POAS, COAs and the property owners that live inside those associations. This hearing process will resolve disputes by holding associations accountable and providing recourse for property owners whose property rights have been violated.

05/16/2026

GAR is here to support our members during this time. With wildfires spreading across South Georgia and many families facing loss and uncertainty, the GAR Disaster Relief Fund is available to assist REALTORS® who have experienced damage to their primary residence or home office due to a natural disaster.

Here's How We Can Help:
The GAR Disaster Relief Fund is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to providing financial assistance to:
- Current dues-paying GAR members or employees
- Those who have suffered damage to their home or business

Additionally, GAR may provide support to local boards and associations working to deliver critical supplies and aid to affected communities.

Here's How to Apply for Assistance
If you’ve been impacted, we encourage you to apply:
- Members: Submit a Disaster Relief Assistance application
- Association Executives: Apply for Local Board/Association Relief Assistance

To learn more or to donate, please visit our website at https://garealtor.com/members/member-resources/disaster-relief-fund/.

04/29/2026

✨COMMUNITY DONATION DRIVE ✨

The Thomasville Area Board of Realtors will be collecting The 3 B’s to Help Kick C — Blankets, Beanies & Books to benefit Archbold Cancer Center & Archbold Foundation.

🗓️ May 1st – May 29th

⭐️ Books (new or gently used)
⭐️ Beanies (new with tags)
⭐️ Blankets (new with tags)

📍 Drop-Off Locations:

KeySouth Real Estate Group
401 E Jackson Street

Brick Road Realty
342 W Jackson Street

Century 21 Avenues Real Estate Partners
300 W Jackson Street

First Thomasville Realty
422 Re*****on Avenue

Nexus Real Estate Group
214 S Broad Street

Help us bring comfort and encouragement to those fighting cancer in our community. Every donation makes a difference!

📞 For more information:
Angie Parrish – 229.403.2481
Jennifer Sterzoy – 229.403.1254

04/22/2026

Drop off your peanut butter and jelly jars at either KeySouth, the Avenues, or Brick Road Realty

04/20/2026