Debbie Smidler Named 2025 REALTOR® of the Year by Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors 

Debbie Smidler, a licensed REALTOR® with eXp Realty, was named the 2025 REALTOR® of the Year for the Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS at their Annual Recognition Gala held in January. 

Smidler is a licensed REALTOR® with over 20 years of office management experience and 25 years of customer service experience and holds several professional designations, including Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), At Home with Diversity (AHWD), and Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) certifications.  

Smidler also received the Presidential Cup Award in 2023. The President’s Cup recognizes the hard work local REALTOR^® leaders perform to advance the REALTOR^® Association. This high honor continues as REALTOR^® leaders and local associations are urged to achieve important advocacy and RPAC goals. 

Smidler has built her career on the principles of trust, empathy, and innovation. Her service on various Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS® committees- including the Standard Forms Committee, West Michigan Regional Forms Committee, Finance Committee, REIS Tech Committee, and Education Committee- has allowed her to contribute to the growth and development of the industry. She has contributed in many other ways including mentoring fellow agents, sharing her knowledge, and helping shape policies that advance the real estate profession. 

Beyond her professional contributions, Smidler is committed to serving her community in any capacity that she can. Whether volunteering with Soup Kitchen Inc. to provide meals to those in need, supporting local senior centers, or advocating for homeownership rights through RPAC, Smidler strives to make a positive impact on the lives of others while always sharing a warm smile. These efforts reflect her belief that REALTORS® play a vital role not only in the housing market, but also building stronger, more inclusive communities. 

Overall, Smidler is dedicated not only to professional excellence, but to serving her clients, fellow agents, and community with commitment and integrity. It is her experience, accomplishments, and passion for making a difference that embody the REALTOR® of the Year award.