HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS!
A Message from 2019 President, Rob Levine

It’s been an honor to serve as your 2019 GHAR President. I’m proud of the programs, classes and events that our hard working staff and committee volunteers made so successful. Here are just some of the things we accomplished this year:
  • GHAR fundraising events raised over $15,000 for local housing related charities
  • Hosted NAR Chief Economist, Lawrence Yun in May
  • Participated in Rebuilding Together Hartford rebuilding day back in April
  • Created new Continuing Education courses – held over 40 classes
  • Helped construct community gardens on Hudson St in Hartford

All of this would not have been possible without our volunteer members. If you are a volunteer – please continue to contribute and if you aren’t, please get involved. We are lucky to be a part of the most valuable local REALTOR® association in Connecticut!

It has been my pleasure to serve as your president and I am also proud to hand over this leadership position to another accomplished colleague and friend– Diane McAdams. We all look forward to her leadership in 2020 – our centennial year.

Wishing you peace, love, and joy this holiday season!
REALTOR ® Education & Expo
Thursday, January 23rd | 9am-5:15pm | CT Convention Center, Hartford
Two CE Classes | Lunch | Vendors | Cocktail Reception | Door Prizes & Free Parking! 

Schedule
  • 9am: Expo, Registration, Networking and Continental Breakfast
  • 10am to 1pm: CT Real Estate Law & Fair Housing Part I (mandatory CE, 3 credits) with instructor Rhonda Ivey Lentini
  • 2:15pm to 5:15pm: What the Buyers & Sellers Want, (elective CE, 3 credits) with instructor Nobu Hata, NAR Dir of Industry Outreach and Engagement Strategy
  • 5:15pm: Cocktail reception!
Keynote Speaker : James A. Durham, has spoken on the topic of service excellence, work-life balance, and sales effectiveness at conferences and companies around the world. All attendees receive a free copy of: The Little book of Service Excellence .

Presenting sponsor: Keily Mira Law
Lunch sponsors: SmartMLS, PeoplesBank, Fairway Independent Mortgage
Cocktail sponsor: Tiger Home & Building Inspection 
Table Sponsors: CATIC, Citizens Bank, Loss Mit Services, Capture, Bellaluxx Travel Jewelry, Keating Agency Insurance, Norcom Mortgage, Grassette & Associates, Connecticut Lighting Centers, CT REALTORS ®. Organized by the Member Services Committee of GHAR.
Free CE Course with Fairway Mortgage
January 15th | 9am - 12pm | First floor, 430 New Park Ave
This 3 credt CE class will provide you with important knowledge regarding the current mortgage market and financing of residential properties. From current appraisal rules to approving borrowers under the lending guidelines in force today, the information provided in this class is essential for every real estate professional. Continental breakfast included!

Register by emailing Karissa: karissa.bartha@fairwaymc.com by January10 th
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Gearing up for the GHAR Centennial: 1920-2020
Grab your free GHAR Celebrate 100 pin at GHAR headquarters or at a CE class throughout the year. Be sure to wear it proud, snap a photo with it and tag #GHAR100 on social media to enter to win a $100 prize! Have fun, get creative and win.

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Night Pre-Licensing Course at GHAR
Know anyone looking to become a REALTOR ® ? Let them know about our Real Estate Pre-licensing Course (Principles and Practices). They are in trusted hands with instructor David Jones:
  • GHAR has a no recruitment policy that is strictly enforced. 
  • We are a trusted source with experienced instructor, David Jones
  • Continuous start program, 10 weeks (Mondays and Wednesdays)
  • February start any Monday, 6pm-9pm
Contact GHAR Member Services with questions: 860-561-1800 ghar@gharonline.com
Professionalism Tip: Mutual Respect
Show courtesy, trust, and respect to other real estate professionals. To be successful in the business, mutual respect is essential.