Elmira-Corning Regional Board of Realtors

REAL ESTATE CONTINUING EDUCATION

All real estate salespersons and brokers are required to complete 22.5 hours of approved CE during each 2 yr. licnese period. Licensed and certified appraisers are required to fulfill 28 hours of approved CE during a 2 yr. licnese period. *Effective July 1, 2008 real estate licensees are required to take at least 3.0 hours of fair housing and anti-discrimination coursework as part of the existing 22.5 hour requirement. The Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS will offer two courses that fulfill this new DOS requirement.

For more information on CE requirements call the Department of State at 518-486-3803 or CLICK HERE to visit their website

NAR'S 2.5 HOUR MANDATORY ETHICS REQUIREMENT

Between January 1, 2005 and December 31, 2008, every REALTOR is required to complete 2.5 hours of Code of Ethics training. This includes appraiser members.

There are several continuing education courses that are being offered through the Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS this year that fulfill this 2.5 hour Ethics requirement. Not only will you be fulfilling your NAR Mandatory Ethics requirement but you will also receive continuing education credit hours.

ECBOR members- if you are unsure if you have met this NAR Mandatory requirement, CLICK HERE

2008 CE Schedule

We have a great continuing education schedule planned for 2008. There are several courses being offered that not only apply to DOS CE credit but also fulfill NAR's 2.5 hour ethics requirement and the 3.0 hour DOS Fair Housing requirement. See below for course descriptions and applications.

To view the ECAR Education Policies CLICK HERE

2008 Code of Ethics & Professional Standards Procedure Training (6.0 CE Hrs.)

While everyone is welcome to attend, this seminar is intended for Board/Association Grievance and Professional Standards Committee members, Directors, Officers, Executive Officers/Professional Standard Administrators and Board Legal Counsels. This course qualifies for 6 hours of New York State Continuing Education Credit and the NAR 2.5 hour Mandatory Ethics requirement. Price includes: course materials, continental breakfast, refreshment breaks, lunch, and NAR Code of Ethics & Arbitration Manual.
CALL NYSAR AT 1-800-422-2501 TO REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS.

Date: January 24, 2008
Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Pat Reilly
Location: The Hilton Garden Inn-Horseheads
Cost: $80
(add $25 late fee if registering less than 10 days prior)

DON'T MISS THIS SEMINAR!

Q & A with NYSAR Attorney Anthony Gatto

Take advantage of this tremendous opportunity to spend 3 hours with your NYSAR Attorney, DISCUSSING IMPORTANT ISSUES THAT ARE IMPORTANT TO YOU!

Scheduled topics include but are not limited to:

-Agency and the agency disclosure (new in Jan 2008)

-Fair Housing

-Multiple Offers

*(this seminar does not count toward CE credit hours but the information will be invaluable!)

Speaker: NYSAR Attorney, Anthony Gatto
Date: February 29th, 2008
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Location: Hilton Garden Inn-Horseheads
Cost: FREE to ECBOR members ($20 service charge for no shows) / $20 non-members
Registration deadline: February 21st, 2008

For an application (pdf format)CLICK HERE

45 Hour Broker Qualifying Course

Are you interested in taking the Broker' s Qualifying Course?... Effective July 1st, 2008 there are several changes being made to the License Law that affect Broker licensing. If you are thinking about getting your Associate Brokers License/Brokers license you will want to take the 45 hour Broker's Qualifying Course being offered in March at the Elmira-Corning Assoc. of REALTORS. Applications are available on this website under Education/Brokers Course. This will be you last opportunity to take the Broker's Course before the DOS changes go into effect. The course will begin on March 6th. Seating is limited. The registration deadline is February 25th.

"Foreclosures, HUD Homes, Intricacies of Banking & Credit Repair" (7.5CE Hrs.)

THIS COURSE IS FULL

Foreclosures- Did you ever want to fully understand the foreclosure process? Learn local procedures and much more!.

HUD Homes- HUD is insistent that things be done a certain way, and after this program you will confidently know the procedure.

Intricacies of Banking-covers info that many times is overlooked. Prepayment pitfalls and benefits, PMI; is it deductible?

Credit Repair-Having extensive knowledge in this area significantly enhances your professionalism and increases your value in the eyes of the consumer.

Instructor: Fay Clingan
Date: April 3, 2008
Time: 8:30am-5:00pm
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $75 ECBOR members/ $100 non-members
Registration Deadline: March 27th, 2008

For an application (pdf format)CLICK HERE

GRI DESIGNATION COURSE

RI409-Equal and Ethical Service for Today's Consumer (15.0CE Hrs.)

As our demographics rapidly change, are you ready to serve today's consumer? This program covers all of the latest skills you'll need to win consumer confidence. You'll learn how to treat all clients equally and ethically while, at the same time, understanding and respecting their cultural differences. Also included are policies and procedures that may be implemented to create a safe enviornment for real estate professionals and their clients. This course also fulfills NAR's 2.5 Mandatory Ethics requirement and fulfills the new DOS 3.0 hr. Fair Housing requirement .

Instructor: Russ Romano
Date: May 8th and 9th, 2008
Time: 8:30am-5:30pm (both days)
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $250 NYSAR members / $275 non-members
Register 10 days prior and deduct $25 from tuition

Click here to go to NYSAR's site regarding GRI courses CLICK HERE

For an application (pdf format)CLICK HERE

Reverse Mortgages for Senior Homeowners (15.0 CE Hrs)

*ALSO APPROVED FOR APPRAISERS*

This continuing education title explores the application process, fees, closing costs, tax benefits, & treaments of reverse mortgages. The text discusses the different reverse mortgage types- Tenure, Term Line of Credit, and Lump Sum & how they apply to senior homeowners.

Instructor: Shirley Norquest
Date: July 23rd and July 24th, 2008
Time: 8:30am-5:00pm (both days)
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $125 ECBOR members / $150 non-members
Registration deadline: July 15th, 2008

For an application (pdf format)CLICK HERE

"Code of Ethics Quadrennial Training" (3.0 CE Hrs)

THIS COURSE IS FULL, REGISTRATION HAS BEEN CLOSED

Between January 1, 2005 and December 31, 2008 every REALTOR is required to complete 2.5 hrs. of Ethics training. Failure to complete the required ethics training will be considered a violation of a membership duty for which a REALTOR membership shall be suspended until such time as the required training is completed. This course fulfills NAR's 2.5 Mandatory Ethics requirement, as well as 3.0 hours of continuing education credit.

Instructor: Roseann Farrow
Date: October 9th, 2008
Time: 9:00am-12:00noon
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $30 ECBOR members / $40 non-members
Registration deadline: October 1, 2008

"The One Course you don't Want to Fail" (3.0 CE Hrs)

THIS COURSE IS FULL, REGISTRATION HAS BEEN CLOSED

HUD Received over 1,400 housing discrimination complaints in NY state last year, a number they believe represents only 1% of actual discriminatory evetns. Whether unintentional or subtle, discrimination is against the law. People have a right to live wherever they can afford to live, and REALTORS have an obligation to protect that right. Join us for a few hours to examine and modify your attitudes and behavior to treat all clients and customers equally. Be assured you will pass a tester's investigation with flying colors! This course fulfills the new DOS 3.0 hr. Fair Housing requirement.

Instructor: Roseann Farrow
Date: October 9th, 2008
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $30 ECBOR members / $40 non-members
Registration deadline: October 1, 2008

REALTOR TRIPLE PLAY CONVENTION & TRADE EXPO IN ATLANTIC CITY NJ

The Elmira-Corning Regional Assoc. of REALTORS has organized a travel package through Covered Wagon Tours to the Triple Play Convention (spouses/guests welcome). The travel package includes bus transportaion to and from Atlantic City, and 3 nights' accommodations at Bally's Claridge Towers. Each passenger will also receive a coin bonus of $30 and 3 breakfasts. We will be departing on Dec. 8th and returning on Dec. 11th. Package prices are $360/per single room, $265/per person for a double room.

CLICK HERE for Covered Wagon Travel Package Registration Form

REMINDER- YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE TRIPLE PLAY CONVENTION & CE COURSES SEPERATELY FROM THE COVERED WAGON TRAVEL PACKAGE! (see below for convention and course registraton)

This year's convention features:
More than 60 educational sessions with top-notch speakers
An even larger trade expo- almost 500 exhibit booths showcasing the latest business tools
Networking opportunities with more thatn 10,000 attendees
Expedited CE Credit - just sign in and out with your Expo card
Streamlined registration- no more waiting in line for your badge

Sessions designed specifically for:
Brokers, owners and managers
Sales agents
Commercial brokers
Appraisers

Prgrams to enhance your success in:
Sales and marketing strategies
Legal, tax and environmental issues
Technology tools
Ethical representation

CLICK HERE to Visit www.realtorstripleplay.com for regular updates on the convention program, exhibitors, and registration for the convention and continuing education classes

This concludes the 2008 CE Course Schedule for the Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS.
The 2009 schedule will be posted sometime in December of 2009.