Education Services

This course helps real estate professionals understand cultural differences that influence communication, negotiation, and real estate decisions. Participants will learn practical cross-cultural skills while promoting inclusion, avoiding stereotypes, and remaining compliant with Fair Housing laws.

Key Takeaways

1. Recognize Cultural Differences: Understand how cultural values, communication styles, traditions, religion, and family dynamics can influence consumer decisions and business interactions.

2. Improve Cross-Cultural Communication: Develop practical skills in active listening, respectful communication, business etiquette, negotiation, non-verbal communication, and relationship building when working with consumers from diverse cultural backgrounds.

3. Apply Cultural Competency Within Fair Housing: Learn how to use cultural awareness to better serve consumers and build successful relationships while avoiding cultural stereotyping and maintaining compliance with Fair Housing requirements.

APPROVED 2 HRS CE CREDIT – Also includes DOS Required Topic Cultural Competence

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INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY- CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have BOTH a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit
Registrants will receive ZOOM LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS 24 hours prior to start

Matrix Made Easy is a beginner-friendly course for New Agents that introduces new real estate agents to the essential features of the Matrix MLS system, including navigating the main menu, customizing their profile, managing contacts, searching for active listings, and accessing property tax and listing history. By the end of the course, you will be able to confidently navigate Matrix, maintain accurate client and profile information, and efficiently search, research, and share property listings with clients. 3 Key Takeaways:

• Navigate Matrix with confidence — Learn how to use the main menu and locate key tools and features.
• Manage professional and client information — Create and maintain an up-to-date profile and organized contact database.
• Search, research, and share properties — Find listings using specific criteria, access property tax and listing history, and share relevant properties with clients.

APPROVED FOR 3 HOURS CE -------------------------------- INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY- CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have BOTH a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit Registrants will receive ZOOM LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS 24 hours prior to start

Unlock the power of energy efficiency to supercharge your real estate business with this training course. Designed specifically for forward-thinking brokers, these module bridge the gap between modern building science and market value. You will master the "house-as-a-system" concept, learn the core principles of maintaining a healthy home, and discover how cold-climate air-source heat pumps (ccASHPs) lower utility bills while boosting comfort.

Transform technical upgrades into major selling points that resonate with today's eco-conscious buyers. This course equips you to confidently discuss regional energy trends, leverage valuable PSEG Long Island incentives, and accurately document high-efficiency features to maximize property value. Stay ahead of the competition, protect your transactions, and elevate your client advisory skills by registering today.

Key Takeaways:

* Understand why building science, healthy home principles and cold climate air source heat humps (ccASHPs) should matter to realtors.

* Know the impact of energy efficiency measures on home values.

* Understand the benefits of utility programs for both buyers and sellers.

APPROVED FOR 3 HOURS CE

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INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY- CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have BOTH a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit
Registrants will receive ZOOM LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS 24 hours prior to start

Buyers represent half of all real estate sales, yet many agents fail to focus on that side of a transaction. Discover techniques on targeting and marketing to buyers, develop methods of getting representation agreements signed, and determine how to manage buyer expectations. The course covers designing and delivering your value proposition along with details on the six benefits buyers want most from an agent! Approved for 4 Hours CE (includes Mandatory DOS Topic - 1 Hour Agency) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CE Credits by WEBINAR (ZOOM) requires that you have both a microphone and a webcam in order to earn CE Credit Registrants will receive webinar instructions 24 hours prior to start.

This course provides a step-by-step guide to adding and editing listings in the Matrix Listing Manager, including inputting data, uploading photos and documents, ensuring compliance, and utilizing key MLS tools to effectively manage and market listings.

3 Key Takeaways:

* Accurately add and edit listings using the Matrix Listing Manager;

* Ensure listings meet MLS compliance standards and avoid common errors;

* Effectively use tools like photos, documents, and MLS integrations to enhance listing marketing

APPROVED FOR 2 HOURS CE

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INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY- CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have BOTH a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit
Registrants will receive ZOOM LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS 24 hours prior to start

The Home Finance Resource Certification Course is designed to provide you with foundational education to help you confidently explain key pieces of the loan origination process. With the skills that you gain from this course, you will also be equipped to provide guidance on navigating mortgage applications and alternative financing options for all types of buyers.

APPROVED FOR 6 HOURS CE

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INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY - CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have both a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit

MLS-Touch® is a premium mobile app designed exclusively for real estate professionals to keep you connected to your MLS and clients no matter where you are. It has all the essential features you need while you're on the go, including powerful search tools, listing and showing details, property history, public records, connecting with clients and so much more. APPROVED FOR 2 HOURS CE ---------------------------------------- INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY - CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have both a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit Registrants will receive ZOOM LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS 24 hours prior to start.

Build your confidence using Matrix with this beginner-friendly course covering the tools and features you’ll use most in your business. Learn how to navigate the dashboard, customize Market Watch and Hotsheets, search and share listings, manage contacts, and set up auto emails.

You’ll also learn how to use the Action Bar, create a quick CMA, and access and understand property tax records through Realist Tax. **Approved for 3 hours of CE credit** ------------------------------------------- INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY - CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have both a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit Registrants will receive ZOOM LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS 24 hours prior to start.

For the past 30 years, Real Estate professionals and their homebuyers have found new opportunities with the strength of FHA 203(k) and HomeStyles Renovation financing. Reinventing the deal can help you level the playing field for your home buyers and create exciting HomeOwnership opportunities with more inventory of homes right in our own backyards. This course is a follow up to the popular “Success with 203(k) Financing” enjoyed by 100s of agents and will hopefully give you too, that “yeah, you can do that” knowledge to Reinvent the deal by: • Expanding your clients searches to more affordable “fixer-uppers” and TLC properties. • Opening up REO inventory that was once only available to “cash only” buyers • Learn how to attract more buyers to your listings with a “yeah you can do that” vision • Learn how to close on homes with some title issues or violations…”yeah, you can do that” • Work with not only owner-occupied sales, but also second homes and Investors This course will teach you exactly how these powerful programs work. Including: • Structuring purchase scenarios including renovation funds, with as little as 3.5% down • Defining exactly what an “As-repaired” appraisal is and creating future value to the home • Defining the long list of allowable renovations under each program • Learning how you can close on problematic homes in their “as-is” condition • Working with contractors, cost estimates, architects, expediters and more • Real life case studies of successful transactions APPROVED FOR 3 HOURS CE CREDITS ---------- INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY - CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have both a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit

Start your REALTOR® career with a strong foundation for success. LIBOR’s required New Member Orientation introduces you to the professional standards, resources and opportunities that can help you operate your business successfully—from membership benefits and MLS resources to fair housing, safety, advocacy, and the REALTOR® Code of Ethics. Through practical activities and real-world scenarios, you’ll gain knowledge you can put to work right away to serve clients with confidence, build credibility and grow your business.
**Required for new members | 2.5 hours of CE credit**

Develop the business building skills and resources for specialization in the wealthiest population segment – the 50+ real estate market. Expand your knowledge and expertise on how life stages impact choices, whether selling, buying, relocating or financing residential or investment properties. Approved for 12 Hours CE Credit ---------------------------------------------------------------------- INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY - CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have both a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit

This course equips real estate professionals with the knowledge and strategies needed to expand their business by successfully working with residential real estate investors.

Participants will learn how to attract, serve, and retain investor clients by understanding investor goals, evaluating opportunities, and supporting scalable investment strategies through real-world case studies.

3 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Understand the investor mindset and how it differs from traditional end-user clients, including how investors analyze deals and structure offers.

Learn how to evaluate investment opportunities using core metrics such as ROI, cash flow, cap rates, and ARV, and confidently walk investors through the numbers.

Develop a scalable business framework—including systems, support teams, and value propositions—to become an indispensable partner to investor clients.

APPROVED FOR 3 HOURS CE
INSTRUCTOR: CARL SCHIOVONE
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INFO FOR ZOOM COURSES ONLY- CE Credits by LIVE DISTANCE EDUCATION (ZOOM) requires that you have BOTH a microphone and a camera in order to earn CE Credit
Registrants will receive ZOOM LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS 24 hours prior to start