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National Association of REALTORS®
Code of Ethics Deadline: 12/31/21

With the 12/31/21 deadline for the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics training requirement quickly approaching, The CE Shop is offering 30% off their online Ethics course. The CE Shop’s Ethics Course - Complying with the Canon: Ohio Real Estate Licensee Ethics – meets both the NAR Code of Ethics requirement and the Ohio Division of Real Estate Canons of Ethics requirement.

Enroll today and save 30% when you visit oar.theceshop.com with promo code ETHICS30. 
Real Estate Investing: Build Wealth Representing Investors and Become One Yourself
Nov. 2,3 (9:00 am - 12:15 each day) EST
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $130
 
The course looks at how practitioners can adapt core real estate skills and learn new skills to serve clients who want to invest in single family homes, condos, townhomes, and small multifamily properties.

You will learn how to work with investors as you goal set, plan, evaluate, and acquire properties as well as manage them. You will also learn how to "walk the talk" and become a real estate investor yourself. (6 hours real estate credit)

Course Highlights:
  • Why Invest in Real Estate?
  • Working with Investor Clients Making the Purchase Decision
  • Financing Options and Tax Issues
  • Owning the Property The Real Estate Professional as Investor
Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) Designation
Nov. 4,5,8,9 (9:00 am - 12:15 pm each day)
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $295
 
Whether you are new to the industry or a seasoned veteran, the SRS Course will redefine your ‘normal’ and reinvent the way you represent sellers. Come learn tips and tools that will equip you to list in today’s marketplace!

  • Increase listings and grow your business
  • Demonstrate and communicate your value package
  • Understand and apply the Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice
  • Understand and comply with state license laws
  • Understand and apply methods, tools and techniques to provide support and services that sellers want and need

(12 hrs real estate credit)
At Home with Diversity (AHWD) Certification
Nov. 16,17 (1:00 pm - 4:15 each day)
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $99 (Cosponsored with the Cincinnati Area Board of REALTORS)
 
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:
  • 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.
 
(6 hours civil rights credit)
Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) Designation
Nov. 16,17,18,19 (9:00 am - 12:15 pm each day) EST
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $295
 
The Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation.
 
The cornerstone of buyer representation, this comprehensive course covers this specialty top to bottom and is required to earn the ABR designation. Who you are, and what you are, make a big difference. ABR® after your name tells buyers that you’ll provide the attentive service they expect – and that you’ll be loyal to them too as you track the scent of their new home together.

Topics include:

  • Evolution of Buyer Representation
  • Changing an Agency Role
  • Office Policy, Standard of Care & Risk Management Services Provided
  • Building & Maintaining Buyer Representation Business
  • Negotiating

Not only do ABR® designees earn more, but member benefits such as publications, marketing tools, a referral network and other resources, help them maintain that edge. Having ABR® after your name tells buyers that you’ll provide the attentive service they expect. Now is the time. Earn the ABR® designation. (12 hrs real estate credit) 
Real Estate Kickstart
Nov. 30 (9:00 am - 12:15 pm) EST
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $59 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
 
Designed to be the bridge between the formal training needed to pass the state license exam and the overwhelming and immediate introduction to the practice of real estate, this program also affords more seasoned REALTORS® a refresher in owning and operating a small business. Instructor Carol Sommer is the Director of Education and Training at Real Estate Technology Partners - her primary function is to train new and seasoned agents to a higher standard of practice in real estate. (Presented by Carol Sommer, 3 hrs real estate credit) 
Ohio REALTORS save up to 25% with Constant Contact! Use promotion code SAVE30 at checkout to receive an additional 30% discount off the first three months!
 
Constant Contact is powerful email marketing made easy with world-class support and education. They are your trusted partner in email and social marketing with the people and know-how to deliver results for your business. Their powerful and easy-to-use tools help anyone look professional and do more business, while their people and marketing expertise provide unmatched guidance, support, and education to help any business, regardless of experience, to achieve its goals.

  • Start with a 60-day free trial, which allows you to test up to 100 emails.
  • Free expert marketing help from Constant Contacts award-winning coaches will walk you through the product at on boarding during the trial and provide continued support throughout the life of your account.
  • Once you decide to pay for your account the Ohio REALTORS discount options are 15% monthly, 20% prepaid for 6 months and 25% prepaid for 1 year, starting at 17.00 per month! Use promotion code SAVE30 to receive an additional 30% off your first 3 months!


For existing Constant Contact users that want to take advantage of these discounts: Send an email to partnersupport@constantcontact.com and in the subject line put “move account” and in the body of your email list your username and ask the team to move you under the partner name--Ohio REALTORS. Within 2 days the team will adjust your account and your pricing will reflect the discount on the next bill cycle. If you want to prepay instead of the month to month that the team places you on, make this adjustment in your account options once you log back in. Questions? Call 866-289-2101, option 3 for billing.
Facebook or Faceplant: Social Media Strategies to Grow Your Business
Dec. 1 (11:00 am - 12:00 pm) EST
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $24 - Complimentary recording included w/registration
 
Have you ever asked yourself: How do I utilize social media as an “on purpose” strategic tool to grow my business? What mistakes am I making? Am I sharing valuable content with my sphere or am I simply “taking up cyber space?” What am I doing right?

In this fun and engaging course, you will be exposed to social media strategies to help you utilize social media to grow your influence with clients and customers. In addition, you will be able to identify key ways that agents are violating the Code of Ethics through improper social media use, explore the world of “Blind Ads” and uncover how and why they are harmful to the public. This is your opportunity to create a specific “Game Plan” to implement social media success strategies as a part of your business plan for the future. (1 hr real estate credit)
20-Hour Post Licensure for Salespeople
Dec. 2,3,6,7,8 (9:00 am - 1:30 pm each day) EST
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $199
 
This course is required of all newly licensed salespeople and is to be completed within twelve months of the date you were licensed.
 
As you embark on your new career, it is important for you to understand fully the seriousness of the responsibility you accept when assisting others with real estate transactions. This class will serve as a foundation for the legal and ethical obligations you face. (Not for ce credit) 
e-PRO Certification
Dec. 9,10,13,14 (9:00 am - 12:30 pm each day) EST
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $219
 
NAR's e-PRO® certification program helps REALTORS® master the advanced digital marketing techniques of today. With the e-PRO® certification, REALTORS® increase their ability to reach customers, expand their capabilities, and build trust by safeguarding client information.
 
What You Gain
  • Consumers find you first through a search on our e-PRO® website
  • Your name stands out at nar.realtor and White Pages at realtor.com®
  • You customize all e-PRO® marketing materials to work best for you
  • You gain new networking opportunities with tech-savvy REALTORS®
  • Networking through the private e-PRO® certificate holders' Facebook group
 
(12 hrs real estate credit)
7 Hour USPAP (2022-2023 Edition)
Dec. 14,15 (9:00 am - 12:45 pm each day) EST
Zoom Virtual Classroom; $135

Identify and discuss the latest changes and updates to USPAP, analyze how they impact you, and review important existing USPAP rules. This course is required of all Appraisal Licensees by the Appraisal Foundation and State of Ohio every 2 years.

Required Textbooks:
The 2022-2023 edition of USPAP is REQUIRED for the 7-Hour USPAP Course. Students may use their own copy or purchase an electronic PDF version ($75.00). An electronic PDF of the Student Workbook ($35.00) is included in the Course Fee. The electronic version of the USPAP Manual (if purchased) and Student Workbook will be emailed two business days prior to the program. (7 hours appraisal credit, 6 hours real estate credit)
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