Central Valley Real Producers

For the Smiths, it comes down to principle.

“Do the right thing. Never let the money lead. Ask enough questions to understand what is really going on in a client’s life. Then help.”

That philosophy has guided Craig Smith & Associates, Inc for decades, shaping not just how they do business, but how they serve people.

For Craig, Clay, and Bryce Smith, real estate is not just a profession. It is a standard built on honesty, consistency, and doing what is right even when it is not the easiest path. That mindset shows up in every client relationship, every decision, and every conversation inside the office.

At the center of it all is a simple belief: people come first, and everything else follows from there.

That is what Real Producers is all about, highlighting professionals and families who lead with integrity, build with purpose, and leave a lasting mark on the communities they serve.

Craig Smith and Associates, Inc DRE # 01222088

🔥 Knowledge. Strategy. Connections. 🔥

The agents who consistently win in any market understand one thing: financing matters.

Join us for Financing Playbook: Strategies TOP Producers Use to Close More Deals, an exclusive Central Valley Real Producers event where you'll gain valuable insights from lending, investment, and financial experts who help clients and agents navigate today's market successfully.

Discover creative financing solutions, learn how to overcome common transaction obstacles, and build relationships with professionals who can help elevate your business. Whether you're looking to close more deals, better serve your clients, or stay ahead of market shifts, this event is designed with you in mind.

🎤 Featured Speakers:
• James Curran | 1031 Alternative Investments
• Elizabeth James | Mid Valley Financial
• Ryan Dias | Gold Standard Mortgage
• Eric Todd | Morgan Stanley - The Todd Group .stanley

📍 Crow & Wolf Brewing Co. Taproom, Clovis, CA
🗓 Thursday, June 18
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Thank you to our incredible sponsors:
💙 American Home Shield
💙 First American Home Warranty
💙 WIN Marketing Agency .marketingagency
💙 28 Insurance
💙 SnapNHD

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Come ready to learn, connect, and walk away with strategies you can immediately apply to your business.

National Homeownership Month is a reminder that real estate is about far more than transactions. It is about creating stability, building generational wealth, and helping families achieve something deeply meaningful: a place to call home.

The Tulare County Association of REALTORS® continues to support that mission through advocacy, education, and professional leadership that helps protect and strengthen access to homeownership across our communities. In a constantly changing market, REALTORS® play a critical role in guiding clients through major life decisions with integrity, knowledge, and care.

Every successful closing represents more than a sale. It reflects opportunity, trust, and the lasting impact homeownership has on families, neighborhoods, and the future of our communities.

📝: Tulare County Association of Realtors Media and PR Committee

📋 Sponsor Spotlight: SnapNhd

We’re proud to recognize SnapNHD as a sponsor of Financing Playbook: Strategies TOP Producers Use to Close More Deals.

SnapNHD provides fast, comprehensive Natural Hazard Disclosure reports and real estate disclosure solutions that help agents, buyers, and sellers make informed decisions. Their innovative technology delivers accurate reports quickly, helping streamline the transaction process from start to finish.

Learn more: snapnhd.com

🏆 Join us on June 18 for Financing Playbook.

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🛡️ Sponsor Spotlight: 28 Insurance Agency

We’re proud to recognize 28 Insurance as a sponsor of Financing Playbook: Strategies TOP Producers Use to Close More Deals.

Represented by Chase Dias, 28 Insurance provides personalized insurance solutions for individuals, families, and businesses. Their commitment to education, transparency, and relationship-focused service helps clients protect what matters most with confidence.

Learn more: 28ins.com

🏆 Join us on June 18 for Financing Playbook.

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📈 Sponsor Spotlight: WIN Marketing Agency

We’re proud to recognize WIN Marketing Agency as a sponsor of Financing Playbook: Strategies TOP Producers Use to Close More Deals.

Led by Liliana and Ethan Winslow, WIN Marketing Agency helps businesses strengthen their brand, expand their reach, and achieve measurable growth through strategic marketing, content creation, advertising, and brand development. Their creative and results-driven approach helps clients stand out in competitive markets.

Learn more: winmarketing.agency

🏆 Join us on June 18 for Financing Playbook.

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🎤 Featured Speaker: Eric Todd

With decades of experience in financial planning, Eric Todd of Morgan Stanley - The Todd Group helps individuals and families create personalized strategies for building and preserving wealth. At Financing Playbook, he'll share valuable perspectives on financial planning and how it connects to long-term real estate success.

🔗 advisor.morganstanley.com/the-todd-group | .stanley

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🏡 Sponsor Spotlight: First American Home Warranty

We’re proud to recognize First American Home Warranty as a sponsor of Financing Playbook: Strategies TOP Producers Use to Close More Deals.

With nearly four decades of experience, First American Home Warranty helps homeowners manage unexpected repair costs through reliable coverage for major home systems and appliances. Their flexible plans and responsive service help provide confidence and peace of mind throughout homeownership.

Learn more: firstam.com/home-warranty

🏆 Join us on June 18 for Financing Playbook.

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Some careers are inherited. Others are earned through resilience, discipline, and the willingness to keep choosing a better path. That journey defines Eddie Rendon , our latest Man on the Move feature.

From fast food management and mortgage lending to becoming a Broker Associate at Iron Key Real Estate, Eddie’s story is built on consistency, integrity, and service. His experience across multiple sides of the industry shaped a leadership style rooted in information, innovation, and always putting people first.

For Eddie, real estate is about more than transactions. It is about helping families build stability, creating opportunities through homeownership, and proving that where you start does not have to determine where you finish.

📸: Jose Lopez, Summit Visuals LLC