Increase the value you deliver through Ohio REALTORS®
education opportunities!
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Pearl Insurance Provides Trusted E&O Coverage for Your Real Estate Business
Pearl Insurance’s Plus coverage comes with the experience you deserve, and the trust of REALTORS across the country that you should expect. Pearl has been protecting real estate agents since 1979 and was among the first companies to offer errors and omissions (E&O) insurance. They understand the ever-changing needs of our industry and work diligently to offer the latest and most important coverage options for real estate professionals. Pearl is now supplementing their Plus program with essential cyber endorsements. Don’t leave your firm vulnerable to the consequences of cyber-attacks. Visit Pearl at pearlinsurance.com or call an E&O specialist at 855-465-0200 for more information. If you're ready to get Plus coverage today, get a quote online now!
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Learn the latest on the litigation landscape, the legislative lay of the land, the clear cooperation policy, and much more!
July 29 (9:00 am - 12:15 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $75 - 3 hours core law credit
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
Presented by Todd Book, Esq., Ohio REALTORS® VP of Legal & Legislative Affairs and Stephen McCoy, Esq., Ohio REALTORS® VP of Legal & Regulatory Affairs
Learn more and register...
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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)
Learn more and register...
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Commercial Fair Housing & Civil Rights
Aug. 14 (9:00 am - 12:15 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $59 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
This course will include civil right laws as applied to commercial real estate, including history and foundation, ADA, FHA, and similar laws in Ohio and its political subdivision. Practical challenges in identifying potential violations of ADA, FHA, and similar laws will be discussed as well as best practices for risk management and liability control. Recent trends in application and enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act and similar laws throughout the country will be covered including real-life case examples.
This class is designed to satisfy the State of Ohio's Fair Housing & Civil Rights requirement and the new NAR Fair Housing requirement. (Presented by George Carr, Director, Sikora Law, LLC - 3 hrs civil rights credit)
Learn more and register...
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Unlock, Unite & Assist: Closing the Gap on Racial Disparity
(DE & I Certification Program)
Aug. 15 (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.
Unlock, Unite & Assist: Closing the Gap on Racial Disparity
The racial homeownership and wealth gaps are higher today than when the Fair Housing Act was passed in 1968. In this session, we’ll explore the history of housing in the U.S. and its modern-day impacts, followed by a solutions-focused conversation to help industry professionals best serve their communities.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Learn the history of housing discrimination in this country.
- Learn how past discriminatory laws and policies contribute to today’s disparities.
- Learn innovative solutions to help increase racial equity in the housing market and how to promote fair and affordable housing in their own communities.
(Presented by Laurie Benner - 1-hour real estate credit)
Learn more about the DE & I Certification and register...
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Brokerage Management: Understanding Your Responsibilities
Aug. 20 (9:00 pm - 12:15 pm) Eastern
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $65
(Co-sponsored by Midwestern Ohio Association of REALTORS®)
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) If you are a salesperson and would like to take this course you may use it as elective credit.
Learn more and register...
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Daily DEI
(DE & I Certification Program)
Sept. 12 (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.
Daily DEI
We're all learning about diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, associations, and brokerages. How do I avoid the awkwardness of it all? How do I expand my sphere to include a more diverse reflection of my market? In this session, we'll discuss appropriate and effective ways to diversify your business and create a sense of belonging within your sphere.
(Presented by Leigh York, C2EX, ABR, CRS, GRI, SRS, AHWD, RSPS, RENE, MRP, SRES, TAHS, SFR, PSA, e-Pro - 1-hour real estate credit)
Learn more about the DE & I Certification and register...
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HILTON DOWNTOWN | CLEVELAND, OH
REGISTRATION IS LIVE ... YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO NETWORK & LEARN
September 15-17, 2025 | EXPO Open: September 15-16, 2025
Join us in The LAND...
Key Highlights:
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REALTOR® Political Action Committee (RPAC) & Young Professionals Network (YPN) Oktoberfest at Hofbräuhaus
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Ohio REALTORS® Spotlight Awards—Announcing REALTOR® of the Year, Good Neighbor Award, and more!
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REALTOR® Political Action Committee (RPAC) Impact Awards—Announcing Mary L. Pollock Lifetime Achievement Award, Phillip R. Barnes RPAC Achievement Award, and RPAC Impact Awards!
- Latest Legal and Legislative Updates
- National Speakers
- Grand Session Speaker Hill Harper
- Opening Bash at The Corner Alley
- Continuing Education Opportunities—earn up to 20 hours of valuable CE (11 Hours In-person & 9 Hours Virtual)
Expo Highlights:
- Two full days of industry-leading exhibitors showcasing the latest in real-estate technology, products, and services
- Exclusive show specials & Exhibitor Giveaways
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Ohio REALTORS® Store with NEW Ohio REALTORS® Swag and amazing giveaways designed to help you showcase your OR pride
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REALTOR® Political Action Committee (RPAC) Auction
- The Quad—Where ideas meet and conversations spark. Recharge, network, and listen in on bite-sized talks. The Quad is your go-to gathering spot at the heart of the Convention
We look forward to seeing you in Cleveland! REGISTER TODAY!
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Ohio REALTORS® offers Entertainment Discounts
Members receive great savings on entertainment through MemberDeals! Ohio REALTORS® get access to exclusive deals on theme parks, Broadway and Vegas shows, movie tickets, hotels, concerts and sporting events, and much more. You’ll receive discounts up to 60% off with no shipping or handling fees.
Click Here to explore this member benefit. Be sure to visit often - with a constantly growing catalog of new products and discounts, MemberDeals has something for everyone.
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2025 Ohio REALTORS® Broker Summit
The Exchange at Bridge Park Conference Center
6520 Riverside Dr., Dublin, OH 43017
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025
9:00 am to 4:15 pm | 5.5 hrs real estate credit | $175
Ohio REALTORS® Broker Summit brings together brokers, managers, and owners to network, and to address important issues and market trends impacting real estate. You’ll hear from top industry experts to gain actionable insights and best practices strategies to elevate your brokerage. James Dwiggins, Chief Executive Officer of NextHome, will serve as keynote speaker, with Sherry Chris, Former CEO of Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate and ERA Real Estate, also headlining. We'll hear from the top luminaries in our industry about where we're headed next and how you can be prepared!
In our compelling opening session, NextHome CEO James Dwiggins will illuminate the changes that have occurred post settlement, and what you need to be doing to not become a target of further litigation. He’ll cover new challenges facing the industry and how to position your business for the future ahead. More importantly, you will walk away with an entirely new approach to articulating your value to consumers to receive the compensation you feel you're worth. This is all about increasing your value and learning to skate to where the puck is going to be, so you don't get left behind.
Don't miss this dynamic event - CLICK HERE to view the full agenda and register TODAY!
We offer our popular Brokerage Management: Understanding Your Responsibilities (3-hour required course) on the afternoon of October 20th from 1:00 pm – 4:15 pm (separate registration required). Come in early and build meaningful connections with fellow Brokers!
Separate registration is required for the Brokerage Management program - Register for both programs for a package rate of just $225!
The online registration deadline is Wednesday, Oct. 15 at noon. After that date please register on-site.
Hotel Recommendation
We have partnered with the AC Hotel Columbus Dublin to offer accommodations for this event. Hotel reservations must be secured by Monday, September 29th, 2025. No Code Necessary, please click here to secure your room. Hotel rate is $269.
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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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