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Increase the value you deliver through Ohio REALTORS®
education opportunities!
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Ohio REALTORS® is excited to announce a new partnership with Kaplan Real Estate Education to offer online real estate licensing and continuing education courses – at industry-leading rates! Real estate licensure courses with exam preparation included start at only $719!
Discounts are also available on post licensure, CE, and non-CE professional development courses. For a limited time, members receive a $100 discount and get access to the full Continuing Education (CE) library for 12 months for only $29! To learn more and redeem this special pricing, visit here.
Licensure candidates may visit here to take advantage of these industry-leading rates on licensure courses.
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Stay ahead of change at the 2026 Industry Legal & Legislative Update, a must‑attend program designed to keep you informed of the high-stakes legal battles and legislation shaping real estate.
Ohio REALTORS® Attorneys Tiffany Gardner and Stephen McCoy, along with Legislative Affairs staff, will unpack recent case law and regulatory shifts—covering seller and buyer side commission decisions, Clear Cooperation litigation, DOJ developments, and key NAR policy and MLS-access disputes—plus an ODRE update and the top license-law violations with practical avoidance tips.
The program will cover pivotal priorities like short-term rentals, fraud prevention, and new institutional investor regulations. We’ll wrap up with a rapid-fire "Hot Topics" segment tackling the tech and trends currently impacting your daily practice, including generative artificial intelligence, wire fraud, and much more.
This class will help you navigate the complexities of today’s market, manage risk, and make informed decisions.
6 Regional Locations Available
Click here to view dates, locations, and register.
$75 registration fee | 3 hours core law credit
Presented by Stephen McCoy, Esq., Ohio REALTORS® VP of Legal and Regulatory Affairs and Tiffany Gardner, RCE, Ohio REALTORS® Director of Brokerage Engagement & Leadership Development
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Give Em' Something to Talk About: Creating a Better Story for Success
June 2 | 9:00 am - 12:15 pm EDT
Zoom Virtual Classroom: $59
Today’s consumers have high expectations. If you want to be a star these days, you need to find ways to exceed their expectations. It’s one thing to tell a good story about who we are and what we do but it’s even better when that story can be told by others. If one person tells one more person, and that person tells another, the word of mouth can create a ripple effect of success. In today’s world, that ripple can be made even stronger thanks to technology and social media. Learn what the best brands, companies, and brokers are doing to go beyond delivering great service to create a memorable experience. An experience worth talking about. (Presented by Sean Carpenter, 3 hrs real estate credit, credit towards completion of the GRI 208 course for the Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) designation)
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The Right Start: New Agent Training
June 9 & 16 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm each day EDT
Zoom Virtual Classroom; Special Price: $199 (Regular $279)
Ohio REALTORS® is pleased to offer this course in partnership with Dynamic Directions, providing valuable educational programming to our members that supports professional growth and excellence in real estate. When registering, be sure to list Ohio REALTORS® as the name of the Local Board, Association or Referring School. Following course completion and confirmation of attendance requirements, participants will receive an email from Ohio REALTORS® for submission of a one-time $20 processing fee to obtain CE (if desired).
This 2-part Right Start Real Estate Training program helps new licensees master the skills needed to launch and grow a successful real estate business. Through live virtual instruction and hands-on exercises, you’ll learn how to attract clients, demonstrate your professional value, manage expectations, and earn loyalty and written commitments from buyers and sellers.
June 9 | Part One: Building Your Business & Demonstrating Your Value
In the first session, you’ll set up your business foundation and personal brand, create your marketing plan, and learn how to confidently communicate your value. Topics include:
- Establishing a strong business identity
- Understanding the client experience
- Converting contacts into loyal clients
June 16 | Part Two: Securing Buyer & Seller Clients
The second session focuses on how to attract and convert leads, build trust through professionalism, and secure signed buyer or seller agreements. You’ll learn:
- Prospecting for qualified clients
- Presenting your services with confidence
- Managing client relationships through closing
(Presented by Amy Buchas Lavoie, ABR, SRS, RENE, AHWD, PSA, SFR, SRES - this course is delivered in two parts, with each day certified for 6 Ohio CE credit hours.)
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Life's Not Fair, but Digital Advertising Must Be
June 12 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $26
Social media websites and digital advertising mediums make target marketing a particular demographic easier than ever before. Find out when target marketing becomes “stating a preference” under the Fair Housing Act and what risk reduction techniques you need to enact. (Presented by Trista Curzydlo, Esq. - 1-hour real estate credit, credit towards obtaining the DE & I Certification)
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Big Appraisal Changes Coming: What REALTORS® Need to Know
June 23 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $30 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
Major changes are coming soon in how appraisals will be reported on your listings—and how that information is shared with lenders. These updates will affect timelines, the look and content of appraisal reports, and how you communicate with appraisers and clients.
Join Michelle Czekalski Bradley, Certified General Appraiser, USPAP instructor and national valuation expert, for a clear, practical breakdown of what’s changing, why it matters and how it will affect your deals. (Presented by Michelle Czekalski-Bradley, Certified General Appraiser, AQB Certified USPAP Instructor - 1-hour real estate credit)
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The Appraiser's Guide to the New URAR
June 24,25 | 10:00 am - 1:30 pm each day EDT
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $175
This course is designed to help prepare you for the new reporting process for all residential appraisal assignments. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, as part of their ongoing commitment to ensure a smooth rollout of the new reports and updated dataset (UAD 3.6) for all stakeholders, collaborated on this education to ensure consistent training to all appraisers completing appraisals for federally related mortgage transactions.
You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the updated dataset, adapt to the dynamic URAR, and fulfill your responsibilities effectively. Appraisers are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the resources available to them from the GSEs, and while this course does not contain software specific training, rest assured that all appraisal software providers must adhere to the same specifications laid out in this course. (In co-sponsorship with McKissock Learning - 7 hours appraisal credit)
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Listing Prep: How To Master Every Listing Appointment
July 14 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $45
Have you ever been forced to throw together materials for a listing appointment? Do you wish that you had a better pre-listing resource to engage the seller? How about a solid and easy to use approach to master an appointment before you even show up? This session focuses on using free tools and materials which can be created to have a simple plan in place before a listing appointment, along with techniques to create the perfect listing presentation that is easy to tailor to the Seller’s needs. Reduce the stress and anxiety of preparing for a listing appointment and win most listings with what you’ll learn in this session. (Presented by Matthew Rathbun, ABR, CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRS - 2 hrs real estate credit, credit towards completion of the GRI 209 course for the Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) designation))
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The Color of Real Estate
July 17 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $26
The Color of Real Estate takes an in-depth look at the history of practices and policies that have contributed to today’s homeownership gap. You’ll learn how to create a lasting impact in society and in your real estate business by implementing diverse business strategies that ensure fair housing for all. Walk away with a better understanding of the importance of our role as REALTORS®.
Program Objectives:
- Identify and understand unconscious bias.
- Learn how the history of government practices has contributed to today’s housing disparities.
- Define our role as REALTORS®.
- Identify resources and skills to ensure fair housing and expand your business reach.
(Presented by Julia Lashay Israel - 1-hour real estate credit, credit towards obtaining the DE & I Certification)
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Commercial LOI’s, Contracts, & Leases: Understand the Agreements Driving Deals
July 30 | 9:00 am - 12:15 pm EDT
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $59 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
Commercial real estate is very different from residential, especially in the paperwork. In this class we'll examine the LOI, commercial contract, optional clauses, and the closing process, along with lender-related considerations. Knowing your contract is key. Learn the ins and outs of your contract and how to explain it effectively to your customer, ensuring you're their indispensable asset from start to finish. (Presented by Josh Cadillac, CCIM, CRS, CRB, ABR, GRI, e-Pro, SFR, AHWD, CIPS, PSA, SRS - 3 hrs real estate credit)
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Brokerage Management: Understanding Your Responsibilities
August 4 | 1:00 pm- 4:15 pm
@ Dayton REALTORS®, 1515 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45409; $65
As a broker or manager, it is more crucial than ever that you understand the duties in overseeing your brokerage activities. From trust account requirements to oversight of agents and teams, your license law duties will be discussed. Additional legal topics will include social media advertising, the new ODRE Fair Housing form, and buyer representation agreements. (Presented by Todd Book, Esq., Ohio REALTORS® VP of Legal Services & Business Development and Stephen McCoy, Esq., Ohio REALTORS® VP of Legal & Regulatory Affairs - 3 hrs broker/manager credit)
If you are a salesperson and would like to take this course, you may use it as elective credit.
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Core Law for Commercial Real Estate Agents
August 11 | 9:00 am - 12:15 pm EDT
Virtual Classroom: $59
The purpose of this course is to educate real estate agents on the background of the legal system, provide an understanding of agency law, and a better understanding of real estate laws as they relate to conveying property. The program begins with an introduction and foundation of the law, followed by real estate contracts (details involved in different scenarios), agencies, interests in real property, and ends with commercial landlord-tenant law. (Presented by Brad Linville, Esq.- 3 hrs core law credit)
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Overcoming Government Loan Program Bias
August 14 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $26
During this session, attendees will delve into the complexities of government loan programs and the potential biases that may exist within these programs. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and practical examples, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by underrepresented communities and explore innovative solutions to overcome bias and promote inclusive homeownership. (Presented by Marion Napoleon, ABR, AHWD, e-Pro, GRI, GREEN, MRP, PSA, RENE, SFR, SRES, SRS- 1-hour real estate credit, credit towards obtaining the DE & I Certification)
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Ohio BMV offers an Ohio REALTORS® License Plate
Ohio BMV offers members an opportunity to purchase a license plate to promote they are an Ohio REALTOR®. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the license plate will directly benefit the Ohio REALTORS® Housing Disaster Relief Fund.
Visit your local BMV to order a plate today!
Either one of the following will be accepted as proof of REALTOR® association membership at the local BMVs, to purchase our license plate:
- A business card identifying the individual as a Realtor/Real Estate Agent, Broker, or Professional
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Demonstrated ability to log on to the Member ‘Member Portal’ area of www.ohiorealtors.org
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Intro to Sustainability and Resiliency: What REALTORS® Need to Know - Become Fluent in the Language of Sustainability!
You’ll have a huge advantage in your market when you speak with authority about a home’s sustainable features and convey the value, health benefits, energy savings and operational costs. Educate yourself with NAR’s free Sustainability 101 course.
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Commit to Combatting Discrimination with NAR’s Fairhaven
Promote fairness, equal opportunity, and integrity in real estate when you utilize Fairhaven, NAR’s fair housing training simulation for REALTORS® that uses the power of storytelling to help members identify, prevent, and address discriminatory practices in real estate.
Visit https://www.nar.realtor/fair-housing/fairhaven to participate in this free program today!
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