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Tether RE | All-In-One Real Estate Agent Safety App
Ohio REALTORS is excited to announce the availability of discounted access to Tether RE’s powerful real estate safety and productivity platform. This incredible tool is designed specifically for real estate professionals like you, providing 24/7 protection at every stage of your business.
Tether RE is your ultimate safety and productivity companion, designed to protect you before, during, and after showings. With multiple layers of protection, it ensures you have protection in the field.
To Find Out More Join Us for a Kickoff Webinar – April 29 at 11 AM!
Brennan Buckley, Partner of Tether RE, will guide you through:
✅ How the app works & its key features
✅ Step-by-step setup & activation with your custom discount code
✅ Live Q&A to answer your questions
👉 REGISTER for the Kickoff Webinar HERE
Ohio REALTORS receive a 20% discount off the Tether RE $10 monthly rate. To find out more and take advantage CLICK HERE!
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Construction Fundamentals & Home Inspection 101
April 23 (10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $30
Taught by an ASHI Certified Home Inspector, this course has been specially designed for real estate agents who want to better serve their clients by understanding not only construction fundamentals but also the home inspection process. With the right knowledge and skills, you can interpret home inspection reports, identify potential problems that could require repairs and help your clients make more informed purchasing decisions. This course is a great way to add value to your services and help set you apart from other agents. (Presented by James Jones - 2 hrs real estate credit)
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Brokerage Management: Understanding Your Responsibilities
April 24 (9:00 am - 12:15 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $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, NAR commission lawsuits, and buyer representation agreements. (Presented by Todd Book, Esq., Ohio REALTORS VP of Legal & Legislative Affairs and Stephen McCoy, Esq., Ohio REALTORS VP of Legal & Regulatory Affairs - 3 hrs broker/manager credit)
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10 Stupid Things REALTORS Do to Mess Up Their Lives!
April 25 (10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $45
Real estate is fun, rewarding, and interesting, but bad things can happen to good agents. We live in a litigious society, and REALTORS® need to always practice risk management. We’ll discuss some of the top things which can derail a career; from trying to please everyone and working harder instead of smarter, to carelessness and failing to plan. You'll come away from this session being able to organize your business for sanity AND risk reduction, recognize that without a plan, you are inviting trouble, and identify your areas of weakness and how you can improve them. (Presented by Melanie McLane, ABR, CRB, CRS, e-PRO, GREEN, GRI, RAA, SRES, SRS, RENE - 2 hrs real estate credit)
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At Home with Diversity (AHWD) Certification
April 29 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom: $99
At Home with Diversity (AHWD) is an educational experience designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry. More importantly, the class teaches REALTORS® how to work effectively with—and within—a rapidly changing multicultural market. Diversifying your clientele means learning the practical skills and tools to expand business and effectively service all cultural groups. This certification addresses issues of diversity, fair housing, and cultural differences. The course teaches you to transact business in culturally competent ways.
The At Home with Diversity Course teaches REALTORS® how to:
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Assess and understand attributes of diversity in local markets and their impact on the real estate industry.
- Understand basic competencies to earn the confidence of potential buyers and sellers, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, disabilities, familial status, or national origin.
- Build a business plan that minimizes risk and successfully services all types of clients.
The completion of this course meets NAR's 2-hour Fair Housing Training Requirement
(Presented by Tiffany Lobertini, ABR, AHWD, C2EX Ambassador, e-PRO, GREEN, MRP, SRS, PPS, 6 hrs civil rights credit, elective for the ABR and SRS designation)
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Co-Brokerage: Taking the BS Out of Buyer Side Compensation
April 30 (10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom: $45 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
When it comes to buyer-side compensation there are a lot of questions on how it works that our industry has been forced to face head-on. In this session, we look at how to anticipate and deal with the objections and misinformation that always accompanies industry change. Agents will learn how buyer brokerage compensation works, how to get the agreement signed, why co-brokerage is important to sellers, and what changes in the interaction and questions sellers should ask. This holistic look at compensation benefits both buyer and listing agents with what they need to adapt to get business done. (Presented by Josh Cadillac, CCIM, CRS, CRB, ABR, GRI, e-Pro, SFR, AHWD, CIPS, PSA, SRS, 2 hrs real estate credit)
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Navigating Uncertainty: Proactive Risk Management in Real Estate
May 6 (11:00 am - 1:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom: $45
In this class, we will explore various types of risks in the daily life in selling real estate, with a focus on reducing exposure to errors and shaping effective business strategies. Attendees will learn how to enhance their professional credibility among peers and clients through proactive issue management. Join us to strengthen your ability to navigate and mitigate uncertainties in the ever-evolving real estate landscape. (Presented by Brooke Yussim, ABR, CRS, GRI, PSA, SFR, e-PRO, SRES, SRS, 2 hrs real estate credit)
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Winning New Buyers and Sellers and Getting Representation Agreements Signed!
May 8 (12:00 pm - 1:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom: $30 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
Are you unsure about the best way to conduct new buyer intakes and listing presentations for sellers? Are you uncomfortable asking buyers to sign buyer representation agreements right off the bat? Do you need scripts to help explain your value to both buyers and sellers? If so, join top producing Realtor, Shay Hata, as she shares her processes for buyer intake meetings including the scripts and forms she uses as well as how she conducts listing presentations and interviews with sellers. She’ll also share her tips for easily getting buyer representation agreements and listing agreements signed. (Presented by Shay Hata, CRS, 1-hour real estate credit)
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Seal the Deal: Mastering Buyer Representation
May 13 (9:00 am - 12:15 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom: $59
Unlock the key to success to buyer representation by mastering the art of the Buyer Representation Agreement. In this comprehensive course, we delve into the legal landscape that is changing how we work with buyers. We discuss the intricacies of the agreement, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to navigate buyer-agent relationships effectively. From understanding the legal framework to honing techniques on how to present the agreement to your buyers, this course empowers real estate professionals to elevate their practice and provide unparalleled value to clients. Join us on a journey to become a Buyer Representation Agreement expert and propel your real estate career to new heights. (Presented by Brent Lancaster, ABR, CDEI, GRI, SRS, e-PRO - 3 hrs real estate credit, provides credit towards completion of the GRI 207 course for the Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) designation)
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Ohio 1031 Exchange Basics
May 14 (11:00 am - 12:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom: $19 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
This course will help attendees understand the basics of a 1031 Exchange, important rules, and provide examples of advanced exchange structures. In simple terms, a 1031 exchange is an asset “swap” that goes unrecognized for tax purposes. Traditionally, the sale of a business or investment property will trigger the recognition of taxable income; however, with a 1031 exchange, the person/entity selling the asset can skip over (defer) recognizing income. (Presented by Sean Ross, CEO, 1031X, LLC - 1-hour real estate credit)
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Fair Housing for the Property Manager
(DE & I Certification Program)
May 16 (11:00 am 12:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $17
Ohio REALTORS® supports Diversity and Inclusion, as well as a continued commitment to Fair Housing as part of its core values. Take your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to the next level by achieving your DE & I Certification.
Participants who complete this certification will gain a better understanding of how to foster a more inclusive and welcoming environment and promote equity for all.
Fair Housing for the Property Manager
Complying with fair housing isn't just good business practice; it's the law. Fair housing starts with the federal Fair Housing Act and continues through state and local regulations. This course isn't just a fair housing overview, it will educate property managers on what they should and should not be doing in their day-to-day business operations. We'll keep it practical and address current fair housing hot topics in the property management world such as how to handle service animal requests. (Presented by Marc Cunningham - 1-hour real estate credit)
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Brokerage Management: Understanding Your Responsibilities
May 20 (1:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
@REALTOR Alliance of Greater Cincinnati, 400 E. Business Way, Suite 105, Sharonville, OH 45241; $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, NAR commission lawsuits, and buyer representation agreements. (Presented by Todd Book, Esq., Ohio REALTORS VP of Legal & Legislative Affairs and Stephen McCoy, Esq., Ohio REALTORS VP of Legal & Regulatory Affairs - 3 hrs broker/manager credit)
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If You Don't Tell, Someone Will...
May 21 (9:00 am - 12:15 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $59
FACT: It is a very small world!
If you don’t tell, who will? Pick as many that apply! A Neighbor, Blogger, Buyer Agent, Home Inspector, Appraiser, 911 Records, Social Media, Carpet Cleaner, Electrician, Family Member, Friend, Inspector, Insurance Agent, Listing Agent, Pest Control, Plumber, Public Authority, Police Records, Roofer, Current Tenant, Former Tenant, Website, Google search, etc. – you get the idea.
This 3-hour core law course will help you develop a risk management strategy for disclosures: Agency, Property Condition, Lead-Based Paint, and Stigmatized Properties. This class will drive home the point that it’s best to be transparent and honest in your actions and communications. (Presented by Karen Schlosser, Principal Broker/Vice President, Comey & Shepherd, Cincinnati, OH - 3 hrs core law credit)
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Practical AI for REALTORS
May 22 (11:30 am - 1:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $38 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
Have you ever wished that you had an assistant that could help you complete just a little more each day? The rapidly advancing world of Artificial Intelligence has opened up a new collection of tools for real estate agents. The trick is to know what tools exist and which ones are simply hype over true function. This session will focus on practical uses for emerging AI tools. (Presented by Matthew Rathbun, ABR, CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRS - 1.5 hrs real estate credit)
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Give Em' Something to Talk About: Creating a Better Story for Success
June 12 (9:00 am - 1:30 pm) Eastern
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 - 4 hrs real estate credit, provides credit towards completion of the GRI 208 course for the Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) designation)
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Life's Not Fair, But Digital Advertising Must Be
(DE & I Certification Program)
June 13 (11:00 am 12:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $17
Ohio REALTORS® supports Diversity and Inclusion, as well as a continued commitment to Fair Housing as part of its core values. Take your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to the next level by achieving your DE & I Certification.
Participants who complete this certification will gain a better understanding of how to foster a more inclusive and welcoming environment and promote equity for all.
Life's Not Fair, but Digital Advertising Must Be
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)
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Learn the latest on the litigation landscape, the legislative lay of the land, the clear cooperation policy, and much more!
In today’s environment, it’s vitally important for REALTORS® to keep up on the latest legal and legislative updates. This seminar will update you on state and federal regulatory issues, license law updates, recent cases and other legal issues designed to reduce your risk and keep you on top of the ever-changing world of real estate.
Topics Covered:
- Update and review of important state legislation impacting the real estate industry including the state operating budget
- Status of legislation re: Wholesaling, Property Taxes, Foreclosure Changes, Squatters, Foreign Adversaries, Short Term Rentals
- Updated Statistics from the Division of Real Estate
- Discussion on legislative updates to Buyer Representation Agreements
- Top License Law Violations
- Case law update including antitrust lawsuits against NAR and Buyer Representation Agreements
- Discussion of Hot Topics including: Stigmatized property and offsite conditions, Generative AI, Disclosure of inspection reports, advertising/social media, and surveillance on property
Click on the link with your preferred location below to register!
(Registration fee; $75 - 3 hrs core law credit)
June 17; Toledo | @Hilton Garden Inn, Perrysburg, OH (1 - 4:15 pm)
June 24; Dayton | @Dayton REALTORS, Dayton, OH (1 - 4:15 pm)
June 26; Cincinnati | @REALTOR Alliance of Greater Cincinnati, Sharonville, OH (1 - 4:15 pm)
July 17; Cambridge | @Southgate Hotel, Cambridge, OH (1 - 4:15 pm)
July 22; Cleveland | @St. Michael's Woodside, Broadview Heights, OH (1 - 4:15 pm)
July 24; Columbus | @Columbus REALTORS, Columbus, OH (9 am - 12:15 pm)
July 29 | Virtual Classroom (9 am - 12:15 pm)
Presented by Todd Book, Esq., Ohio REALTORS VP of Legal and Legislative Affairs/Stephen McCoy, Esq., VP of Legal and Regulatory Affairs
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TripLog Mileage and Expense Tracking
Ohio REALTORS receive discounts on TripLog Premium, the #1 mileage and expense tracking app.
TripLog provides tools to effectively track and manage travel and mileage-based expenses, helping users make the most of every mile. Their stand-out features include automatic mileage tracking, OCR receipt capture, custom frequent trip rules, integration with third-party software like QuickBooks, IRS-compliant reports, commute mileage exemption, automatic shortest distance calculations, and over-reported expense flagging.
TripLog offers Ohio REALTORS a discount of 50% off TripLog Premium, providing a savings of $30/yr.
Click Here to find out more and claim your discount or download TripLog through the Google Play Store or Apple App Store to start a 15-day free trial of TripLog Premium.
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Unconscious Bias in Real Estate
(DE & I Certification Program)
July 18 (11:00 am 12:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $17
Ohio REALTORS® supports Diversity and Inclusion, as well as a continued commitment to Fair Housing as part of its core values. Take your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to the next level by achieving your DE & I Certification.
Participants who complete this certification will gain a better understanding of how to foster a more inclusive and welcoming environment and promote equity for all.
Unconscious Bias in Real Estate
Unconscious Bias in Real Estate delves into how the brain unconsciously produces bias and how these unconscious biases impact your business. You’ll learn how to become more aware of your behaviors, empowering you to be more intentional about your actions. (Presented by Julia Lashay Israel - 1-hour real estate credit)
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Commercial Contracting: Understanding the Paperwork that Drives Commercial Deals
July 23 (9:00 am - 12:15 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $59 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
Commercial real estate is very different in many ways from residential. One of the major differences is in the paperwork used to complete a commercial deal. In this class we will take a close look at the LOI, commercial contract, optional clauses, and the closing process as well as a few extra things you may likely run into from lenders on these deals. Knowing your contract is a key part of gaining the respect and trust of your customers. In this class we show you how to not just know the ins and outs of this contract but also how to explain it well to your customer. This program will prepare you to be the best asset for your customer in the transaction 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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Listing Prep: How to Master Every Listing Appointment
July 30 (11:00 am - 1:00 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $59
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, provides credit towards completion of the GRI 209 course for the Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) designation)
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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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Save 35% on Online Education through The CE Shop!
Take your career to new heights with reliable education. SAVE 35% on Post-Licensing, Continuing Education, and Professional Development courses when you enroll at https://oar.theceshop.com with code FH35, discount available through 4/30/25.
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