Caveat emptor is now becoming “caveat broker”.  Craig will discuss the increasing prevalence of buyer brokerage and its affirmative duties and responsibilities.  He will show you how to document your disclosures and discuss vitally important professional practices.

Disabled persons are the minority group, which is the target of more discrimination than any other.  The Americans with Disabilities Act is designed to remedy this situation.  Craig will discuss the various facets of this law and how it applies to the real estate practitioner.

Practicing licensees should be cognizant of the many problems that might develop through a homeowner’s use of the property.  Examples are deed restrictions that prevent too many pets or auto repairs on the driveway.  In this class, you will become versed in recognizing the many facets of potential concern to homebuyers, including some issues which buyers may not have been aware of or ever considered.

The nuts and bolts of contract writing for licensees, including drafting of listing agreements, the NEWEST AAR RESIDENTIAL CONTRACT, and related real estate documents.  Real Estate Law in the morning, and Contract Law in the afternoon.  This class is required for all new licensees.

Leo Durocher was WRONG!  Nice guys can finish first.  Focusing on the ethical considerations in real estate practice, John will emphasize the professional advantages of adherence to the Code of Ethics.   This class fulfills the quadrennial ethics requirement for Realtors®.

Home inspectors are between a rock and a hard place with every assignment.  They want your continued business, but at the same time, they must be competent by noting material defects and yet not be a nitpicker.  Tony will point out the dos and don’ts for inspectors and in a slide show he will demonstrate the best and worst of the ethical issues that could arise.   You’ll see pictures of easily overlooked (and some obvious) defects, which may or may not have an effect on your transaction.

This is an intense class, which covers all of the pertinent laws, Commissioner’s Rules, and Commissioner’s policies, which address the obligations that are required of Managing Brokers.  The course includes the 40- plus page office policies manual handout and covers the Commissioner’s Rules and policies with a focus on the required Broker Office Policies Model Manual.    ALL DESIGNATED BROKERS are required to take this class at least once every two years.

Ivan will discuss the necessary documents to guide you through your disclosure obligations including the SPDS, Affidavit of Disclosure, HOA Disclosures, CC&Rs, Public Reports, Title Reports and Home Warranties, and show you how to minimize your liability and keep you out of court.

An in-depth look at the most important contracts necessary to establish and maintain a successful property management business.  Beginning with the Owner-Broker Property Management Agreement, and the NEW RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT, Fred will also discuss Pet Agreements and Vendor-Supplier Contracts, move-in and move-out forms, and the small but important details you need to be successful.

There are legal, financial, and economic differences between employees and independent contractors.  In this class, Craig will discuss the rights, duties, obligations and liabilities of each, so the licensee can be made aware of what is required to properly represent the “client”.

The thrust of this class is to help you create an open and unbiased housing market in order to provide equal opportunity to all who desire realization of their share of the American dream.  By applying proper office policies, procedures, documentation and consistent practices, you can minimize the potential for charges of discrimination and fulfill your legal and social responsibilities.