Ridgeland, Miss. (June 4, 2024) – Central Mississippi Realtors® (CMR), a non-profit trade association chartered in 1924 by the National Association of Realtors®, is proud to announce its 100th anniversary. Since its inception in 1924, CMR has been the resilient and driving force behind the real estate industry in central Mississippi.

“This milestone is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our members and the unwavering support of our community,” said Sterling McCool, 2024 CMR President. “We are honored to celebrate 100 years of excellence and are excited about the future of real estate in central Mississippi.”

The story of the Central Mississippi Realtors® is intricately intertwined with the lives of its residents living and working in the ten counties of central Mississippi: Hinds, Madison, Rankin, Yazoo, Holmes, Attala, Leake, Scott, Copiah, and Simpson. We’re not just Realtors®, we’re neighbors, family and friends united in our commitment to assisting families and businesses find their place within our beloved communities.

“Our commitment to making central Mississippi a great place to live and work remains as strong as ever,” added McCool. “Through our community engagement and professional development initiatives, we aim to foster a vibrant and thriving real estate market that benefits everyone.”

As we celebrate this significant milestone, the Central Mississippi Realtors® remain steadfast in our dedication to serving our members and the community at large. Our mission endures — to provide guidance in real estate matters and safeguard the property rights of all. We advocate for policies that prioritize the well-being of our members, promote ethical standards, uphold the esteemed reputation of the real estate profession, and protect the interests of our neighbors who entrust us with their homes and businesses.

To commemorate this centennial milestone, CMR is planning a series of events and initiatives throughout the year:

• Anniversary Gala: A grand celebration event featuring keynote speakers, awards, and a retrospective on CMR’s rich history.

• Educational Workshops: A series of first-time homebuyer seminars.

• Community Engagement: Special community projects and partnerships to give back to the region that has supported CMR over the years.

CMR invites all members, affiliate partners and the community to join in celebrating this historic milestone. Stay tuned for more details on how you can get involved in upcoming events like CMR’s Volunteer Day coming up Monday, June 10, 2024, at Sunnybrook Children’s Home in Ridgeland. For more information, please visit us at www.cmr.realtor.

Here’s to our next 100 years of service, advocacy and learning!

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Central Mississippi Realtors® (CMR) is a 501c6 non-profit trade association chartered in 1924 by the National Association of Realtors®. CMR represents over 2,100 Realtor® members and serves ten counties of central Mississippi: Hinds, Madison, Rankin, Yazoo, Holmes, Attala, Leake, Scott, Copiah, and Simpson.