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Travel to Tallahassee on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, for Great American REALTOR® Days and experience advocacy in action. Learn, connect, and stand alongside REALTORS® from across the state to support the future of our industry.
⇨ Register TODAY!
| | Happy New Year! Let it be filled with purpose, love, and joy! We can't wait for what is next! | | UPCOMING COMMITTEE EVENTS: | | |
Join us this January for the last two dynamic sessions designed to help realtors harness the power of AI tools in their business:
- ChatGPT: Voice – January 20, 2026
- Sora 2 – January 27, 2026
Each session includes: lunch and networking from 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM, followed by the seminar from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Bring your laptop and get hands-on experience that can transform the way you work!
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Join YPN for our first Industry Insights of the year: From Commissions to Deductions, designed to help GACAR members feel confident and prepared for the upcoming tax season.
February 4, 2026
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
• 11:30 AM to Noon: Lunch & Networking
• Noon to 1:00 PM: Class Session
Get an in depth look at need to know information for filing your 2025 taxes, including how being an independent contractor impacts your tax strategy. Start the year informed, empowered, and ready to maximize your deductions!
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Committees and Councils play a vital role in shaping GACAR’s education, outreach, and member engagement. They help ensure our association continues to grow, stay informed, and serve with purpose! Interested in getting involved? Sign up for one today!
| | | | FL Realtors Rolls Out New Forms | | Florida Realtors released several new and updated listing, leasing and compensation agreement forms that become effective 1/05/2026. The updates include new combined compensation forms, revisions tied to the National Association of Realtors’ MLS Policy on Multiple Listing Options for Sellers, and changes that align with current laws and local requirements. | |
ReThink 2026: Win the Year
Kick off 2026 with a fresh perspective and a winning strategy!
ReThink 2026 is a half-day conference designed to help real estate professionals refocus, refine their marketing, and strengthen their mindset for success in today’s competitive market. Hear from industry leaders as they share practical insights, proven strategies, and actionable takeaways you can apply immediately.
Featured Speakers:
Sasha Tripp • Becky Burleigh • Sean Carpenter
Event Details:
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Trinity United Methodist Church
Paper bag deli lunch provided
Registration:
GACAR Members: Free
Non-Members: $25
| | | Council Lunches/ Committee Meetings to Look Forward to: | | Join us on Monday, February 2, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM for the Commercial Council monthly meeting featuring Chuck Clemons, Vice President for Government and Community Relations at the University of Florida. A former member of the Florida House of Representatives and Speaker Pro Tempore, Clemons brings decades of experience in public service, legislative affairs,
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Hear directly from a local decision-maker on housing issues impacting Gainesville neighborhoods, property rights, and the future of housing policy. Stay informed, engaged, and connected to the conversations shaping our local market by attending the next Public Policy Meeting on Monday, February 2, 2026 from 10:00-11:30AM.
Commissioner Ed Book is someone you don't want to miss so register today!
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Our first ever Community Corner photo is filled with photos from the past couple months! We saw Daurine Wehbe post with friends at Hearts for Housing! While The Best Restoration posed with some GACAR Staff at our latest Holiday Party and Instillation! Cassidy Boyce brought us back to the International Mixer with some friends and Danny Maldonado show-casing the most recent session from the AI Tech Series! We are so excited to see what you post!
Want to be featured?
Tag @GACARealtors or use #GACARCommunity on Facebook or Instagram for a chance to be featured in an upcoming Community Corner! We only accept photos that are taken at GACAR Events/ Social Outings!
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View the Latest Agent Advantage (Educational) E-News:
The Agent Advantage was created to keep all of our members informed about upcoming educational classes for GACAR's Requirements and also Continuing Education required for DBPR.
| | | | Great American Realtor Days
Sign up NOW! | | From meeting with legislators to networking with realtors from across the state, Great American Realtor Days is where advocacy meets community. Learn, connect, and be part of the conversations shaping the future of real estate in Florida! | |
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Remember! To maintain your real estate license in Florida, you must complete 14 hours of continuing education every two years! The CE Shop is a great source to getting those done.
Don't miss out on their January Sales of 35% with the code: CLOSE35
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Staying informed doesn’t have to be overwhelming. GACAR’s new daily resource document brings together important updates and resources from NAR and Florida Realtors, giving you a reliable place to check in and stay current.
Click Here for Everyday Resources
| | | | | Thank You: 2026 DIAMOND SPONSOR | | Thank You: 2026 PLATINUM SPONSORS | | Thank You: 2026 GOLD SPONSORS | | Landmark Mortgage Planners | | Thank you, to our incredible sponsors for helping us grow a stronger, more connected community! Your support plants the seeds of impact, and we’re so grateful to have you on this journey with us! | | | | |
