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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.<br><br> Key Takeaways<br><br> 1. Recognize Cultural Differences: Understand how cultural values, communication styles, traditions, religion, and family dynamics can influence consumer decisions and business interactions.<br><br> 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.<br><br> 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.<br><br> APPROVED 2 HRS CE CREDIT – Also includes DOS Required Topic Cultural Competence<br><br> ------------------------------------------<br><br>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 <br> Registrants will receive ZOOM LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS 24 hours prior to start <br>

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. <b>3 Key Takeaways:</b> <ul> <li> Navigate Matrix with confidence — Learn how to use the main menu and locate key tools and features.</li> <li>Manage professional and client information — Create and maintain an up-to-date profile and organized contact database.</li> <li>Search, research, and share properties — Find listings using specific criteria, access property tax and listing history, and share relevant properties with clients.</li> </ul> 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.<br><br> 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.<br><br> Key Takeaways:<br><br> * Understand why building science, healthy home principles and cold climate air source heat humps (ccASHPs) should matter to realtors.<br><br> * Know the impact of energy efficiency measures on home values.<br><br> * Understand the benefits of utility programs for both buyers and sellers.<br><br> APPROVED FOR 3 HOURS CE<br><br> -----------------------------------------------------------------------<br><br> 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 <br> Registrants will receive ZOOM LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS 24 hours prior to start <br>