FAAR Holds Annual Awards Event

The Fredericksburg Area Association of REALTORS® (FAAR) held its annual Awards Gala on April 10, 2019 at the Fredericksburg Country Club. Approximately 130 members were in attendance for the festivities, which included an awards ceremony and fundraiser.

Proceeds from the fundraiser benefited the Fredericksburg REALTORS® Foundation, whose efforts go to support local non-profit organizations that help individuals and families secure and retain shelter. Thanks to donations from FAAR’s REALTOR® and affiliate members, the Foundation was able to raise over $1,200.

In addition to the Foundation fundraiser, awards were handed out for Rookie Salesperson of the Year, Manager of the Year, REALTORS® Choice, REALTOR® of the Year, Educator of the Year, and Melanie Thompson Award. In addition, 25 members were recognized for achieving the Professional Honor Role for 2018. The Professional Honor Role spotlights members who have made contributions to the real estate industry, the Association, and the community.

The following individuals received awards for 2018:

Realtors® Choice: Pam Downing, Coldwell Banker Elite

Rookie Salesperson of the Year: DeAnna Hamn, 1st Choice Better Homes and Land

Melanie Thompson Award: Carol Sondrini, Coldwell Banker Elite

Educator of the Year: Kevin McGrath, Long and Foster Real Estate

Manager of the Year: Deb Ellis, Coldwell Banker Elite

Realtor® of the Year: Kevin McGrath, Long and Foster Real Estate

Professional Honor Role

Sabrina Anderson
Exit Realty Group

Tricia Barnes, ABR, GRI, CRB, ABRM
1st Choice Better Homes & Land

LeAnn Black
1st Choice Better Homes & Land

Marla Aste
1st Choice Better Homes & Land