Expand Your Global Real Estate Network in Rio de Janeiro
Join Florida Realtors in vibrant Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Aug. 27-29, 2026, for a unique two-in-one international event featuring CIMI 360 and the 11th Latin American Congress of CILA.
Join Florida Realtors in vibrant Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Aug. 27-29, 2026, for a unique two-in-one international event featuring CIMI 360 and the 11th Latin American Congress of CILA.


Florida continues to attract Canadian homebuyers seeking sunshine, lifestyle, and long-term investment opportunities. From diverse property options to tax advantages and vibrant coastal communities like Sarasota, discover why so many Canadians are choosing to call the Sunshine State their second home.
The REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee proudly recognizes the recipients of the 2025 Global Business Council (GBC) Recognition Award, honoring members who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to global real estate education, international business, and support of global initiatives at the local, state, and national levels.

The Global Business Council (GBC) Recognition Award is granted annually to RASM members who have demonstrated a commitment to incorporating international business and education into their real estate practice, and supporting global initiatives of RASM, Florida REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®.

The REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) is proud to announce that the RASM Global Business Council (GBC) has been awarded Platinum status in the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Global Achievement Program for 2025.

RASM’s Global Business Council (GBC) was proudly recognized with the Global Outstanding Partnership Award at the Champions for the American Dream Celebration during this year’s Florida Realtors® Convention.

Have you ever wondered what life is like in 21st-century Dubai or the UAE? With its bold long-term vision and transformative reforms across social, economic, diplomatic, and sustainability fronts, the UAE is quickly establishing itself as a leading global investment hub.

The Global Business Council (GBC) was recently honored with a Platinum Global Achievement Award from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). This prestigious award is a testament to GBC’s dedication to enhancing global real estate opportunities for their members and fostering international connections.

At the Florida REALTORS® 2024 Convention & Trade Expo, the RASM Global Business Council (GBC) was honored with the Global Engagement Award. The GBC has been hard at work, bringing outstanding global-focused programs to our members through special events, trade missions, and professional development opportunities.
Have you heard of REALTOR® Quest? This event is Canada's largest real estate conference and trade show, and it continues to break records with over 10,000 attendees from across the globe.
The Global Business Council (GBC) Recognition Award is granted annually to RASM members who have demonstrated a commitment to incorporating international business and education into their real estate practice, and supporting global initiatives of RASM, Florida REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®.
The Global Business Council (GBC), a membership subgroup within the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM), was recently honored with a Platinum Global Achievement Award from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). This prestigious award is a testament to GBC’s dedication to enhancing global real estate opportunities for their members and fostering international connections.
At the Florida REALTORS® 2023 Convention & Trade Expo, the RASM Global Business Council (GBC) was honored with the Global Engagement Award.
According to the 2023 International Sales Report from the National Association of REALTORS®, Florida remained the top destination for foreign buyers, accounting for 23% of all international purchases. Florida was a top destination for foreign buyers from Colombia (80% of foreign buyers purchased in FL) and Canada (55% of foreign buyers purchased in FL).
SARASOTA, FL (November 10, 2022) - The Global Business Council (GBC) of the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) has been awarded the Gold Global Achievement Program Award from the National Association of REALTORS®. The Global ...
SARASOTA, Fla. (September 29, 2020) – The REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) and the Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on September 23 during a live stream of RASM’s ...
On Monday, August 19, the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) Global Business Council welcomed leaders from ACOBIR, the Panamanian Association of Real Estate Brokers and Developers, for an inbound trade mission. Last year at the ...
SARASOTA, FL (December 15, 2016) – The Global Business Council (GBC) of the Realtor® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) has been awarded the Platinum Global Achievement Program Award from the National Association of REALTORS® ...