Elmira-Corning Regional Board of Realtors

DEPARTMENT OF STATE REAL ESTATE CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

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 in 2010 that fulfill this new DOS requirement.

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

NAR'S 2.5 HOUR MANDATORY ETHICS REQUIREMENT

Between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2012, every REALTOR is required to complete 2.5 hours of Code of Ethics training. This includes appraiser members.

NAR offers a free online course for members, CLICK HERE (*note this free online course does not count towrard continuing education)

You can also CLICK HERE take a course online that counts for 3.0 hours of CE credit and fulfills NAR's requirement for $19 "Real Estate Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct".

The Course being offered on February 26, 2010 fulfills this requirement. see below for course information and registration form

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

CE COURSES ONLINE

We realize that many licensees are unable to fit classroom courses into their busy schedules, so we are also offering Continuing Education Online. We have courses for real estate licensees as well as appraisers and for both New York and Pennsylvania. To view the wide course selection and great prices,CLICK HERE

2010 CE SCHEDULE

We have a great continuing education schedule planned for 2010. If there is a specific topic or instructor you would like to hear please contact the board office with the information. Scroll down the page for a complete list of courses available in 2010.

In our attempt to "go green" we will not be mailing our 2010 education brochure. If you would like a copy mailed to you call 607-562-7035 or you can CLICK HERE to print using legal size paper.

To view the ECAR Education Policies CLICK HERE

Mastering the Buyer Counseling Session (3.5 CE Hrs)

A buyer counseling session provides the ideal opportunity to lay the proper foundation of establishing a successful relationship with a potential buyer, and allows agents to distinguish themselves and the services they offer from their competition. Through proper questions, an agent can better understand the wants and needs, abilities and motivations of a buyer. With a thourough presentation of the home buying process, buyers will become more comfortable and less stressed which in turn could make the path to homeownership easier, faster and less expensive.

Instructor: Randy Templeman
Date: February 11, 2010
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $40
Registration deadline: February 4, 2010

For an application CLICK HERE

Social Networking Seminar ( 0 CE Hrs.)

Note-This is a seminar and does not count for Continuing Education Credit. Using social media as a marketing or networking tool is in its infancy. Like a lot of marketing endeavors, the results may be difficult to track. But if you're on the sidelines, your competitors may be making connections and building relationships with your prospects.

Instructor: Randy Templeman
Date: February 11, 2010
Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $25
Registration Deadline: February 4, 2010

For an application CLICK HERE

2010 Code of Ethics & Professional Standards Procedure Training (6.0 CE Hrs.)

This course was cancelled due to snow. It has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 7th.

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. or for an application CLICK HERE

Date: February 26, 2010
Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Pat Reilly
Location: Binghamton Regency
Cost: $99
(add $25 late fee if registering less than 10 days prior)

ACCREDITED BUYER'S REPRESENTATIVE (ABR) DESIGNATION COURSE (15.0CE Hrs.)

This NAR designation denotes excellence in buyer representation and is awarded to REALTOR members who maintain Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC) membership, pass the ABR course and one elective course, and act as a buyer's representative in at least five closed transactions in a three-year period. Designation incudes listing in NAR's online referral directory. See rebac.net for complete designation requirements.
Become an efficient and profitable buyer's representative by providing the quality of service and degree of fidelity that today's buyers expect. In this course, you'll gain a thorough understanding of agency relationships, policy options, disclosure requirements, conflict avoidance and negotiating skills. You tuition includes your first year's REBAC dues-a $110 value.

Instructor: Randy Templeman
Date: March 4th and 5th, 2010
Time: 8:30am-5:30pm (both days)
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $320 members / $345 non-members
Register 10 days prior and deduct $25 from tuition

For an application CLICK HERE

To vist NYSAR's website for more information regarding the ABR designation CLICK HERE

"Basic Understanding of Major Systems: Furnace, Air Conditioning and Electrical Service Size" (3.5 CE Hrs)

The intent of this course is to teach basic terms and definitions; describe major utility components, how they age and can be upgraded; the implications for home buyers with a a veiw to helping REALTORS serve their clients, answer client questions, and show they are knowledgeable professionals. An additional result will be to enhance REALTORS conribution to protecting the public in real estate transactions.

Instructor: Harry Harvey
Date: March 11, 2010
Time: 1:00 pm - 5:00pm
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $25.00 ECRAR members/ $35 non-members
Registration deadline: March 4th, 2010

For an application CLICK HERE

30 Hour Remedial Real Estate Course

This course is a prerequisite to "bridge the gap" for currently licensed Salesperson who now wish to obtain a Broker's licnese but have taken the 45 hour Salesperson Course, not the new 75 hour course. No state exam is given for the 30 hour Remedial Course, however, students must pass an end of the course exam. Those passing the exam also earn 19.5 hours of continuing education (3.0 hrs. of Fair Housing would still be needed to fulfill the 22.5 hour CE requirement). Once the student has passed the end of class exam they may proceed to take the 45 hour Broker's Qualifying Course.

Date: March 17, 2010 through March 31, 2010
Time: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Evenings
Classes begin at 6pm, end times vary between 9pm and 10pm
Cost: $300.00 (includes textbooks)
($100 deposit is due with application, balance is due the first night of class)
Instructor: Mike Vogt
Location: The Elmira-Corning Regional Board of REALTORS® Office

For an application CLICK HERE

SYSTEMS AND STARTEGIES FOR SUCCESS (15.0 CE Hrs.)

This 30 hour course was developed by NYSAR. The program has been tested twice and has received evaluations that were better than they could have imagined. They even had brokers participate so that they could see if it was something that thier new agents should participate in. They loved the program and even learned a few things! Although the course was designed for new licnesees, those who've been in the business a while can benefit by the motivation and focus it provides.

This program will help you:

Understand the essential elements of a transaction and how to manage the process to a successful closing.
Learn how to develop a systematic process to identify prospects and generate reliable leads.
Uncover marketing techniques and technologies to sell yourself to prspective clients and maximize property exposure.
Network with fellow licensees and position yorself to generate future idea exchanges and referrals.

Instructor: Mike Vogt and Shirley Norquest
Date: May 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 June 8, 11, 2010
Time: 9am - 12 noon
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $175

For an application CLICK HERE

"New York Fair Housing & Human Rights; Know the Law" (3.5 CE Hrs)

*ALSO APPROVED FOR APPRAISERS*

**THIS COURSE FULFILLS THE NY DEPARTMENT OF STATE 3.0 FAIR HOUSING REQUIREMENT**

Fair and equitable treatment in housing, and real estate transactions is a right by law. In this course, we focus on the mandatory fair housing issues real estate licensees must understand. The United States Congress and the New York State legislature have made it clear that ensuring equal access to housing is an important goal for our society. Real estate professionals need to know what conduct violates anti-discrimination laws to avoid potential liability.

Here you will learn about federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, problems that can occur from fair housing violations, and your duties and responsibilites to treat all clients fairly and equally under the law.

Instructor: Terrie Burke
Date: May 13, 2010
Time: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $40
Registration deadline: May 6, 2010

For an application CLICK HERE

GRI DESIGNATION COURSE

RI402-Real Estate Legal Issues-Not Knowing Can Be Dangerous (15.0CE Hrs.)

Limit your liability by developing a clear understanding of agency practice and policy issues, and learning to avoid misrepresentation, antitrust and fair housing violations. You'll learn from a practicing real estate attorney using real-life scenarios and cases.

Instructor: Jim Braman
Date: September 9 & 10, 2010
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

For an application CLICK HERE

To vist NYSAR's website for more information regarding the ABR designation CLICK HERE

"Foreclosrues, Short Sales, Hud Homes, Banking & Credit Repair" (7.5CE Hrs.)

Forecloures - did you ever want to fully understand the foreclosrue process? Learn local procedures & much more! HUD Homes- HUD is insistent that things be done a certain way, and after this program you will confidently know the procedure. Short Sales- Learn to facilitate a transaction under these potentially stressful, yet potentially rewarding circumstances. Intricacies of Banking- covers information that many times is overlooked. Prepayment pitfalls and benefits, PMI; is it deductible? Credit Repair- Having extensive knowledge in thie area significantly enhances your professionalism and increases your value in the eyes of teh consumer.

Instructor: Fay Clingan
Date: September 30, 2010
Time: 8:30am-5:00pm
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $85.00 ECRAR members/ $95 non-members
Registration Deadline: September 23, 2010

For an application CLICK HERE

30 Hour Remedial Real Estate Course

This course is a prerequisite to "bridge the gap" for currently licensed Salesperson who now wish to obtain a Broker's licnese but have taken the 45 hour Salesperson Course, not the new 75 hour course. No state exam is given for the 30 hour Remedial Course, however, students must pass an end of the course exam. Those passing the exam also earn 19.5 hours of continuing education (3.0 hrs of Fair Housing would still be needed to fulfill the 22.5 hour CE requirement). Once the student has passed the end of class exam they may proceed to take the 45 hour Broker's Qualifying Course.

Date: October 12 through October 26, 2010
Time: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Evenings
Classes begin at 6pm, end times vary between 9pm and 10pm
Cost: $300.00 (includes textbooks) EARLY BIRD SPECIAL -register before September 1 and pay only $265
($100 deposit is due with application, balance is due the first night of class)
Instructor: Mike Vogt
Location: The Elmira-Corning Regional Board of REALTORS® Office

For an application CLICK HERE

"New York Fair Housing & Human Rights; Know the Law" (3.5 CE Hrs)

*ALSO APPROVED FOR APPRAISERS*

**THIS COURSE FULFILLS THE NY DEPARTMENT OF STATE 3.0 FAIR HOUSING REQUIREMENT**

Instructor: Terrie Burke
Date: October 14, 2010
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS Office
Cost: $40
Registration deadline: October 7th, 2010

For an application CLICK HERE

45 Hour Broker Qualifying Course

The Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS will be holding one Broker's Course in 2010 it will be begin Nov. 5th. For more information and an application CLICK HERE . If there is anyone who needs the 30 hour remedial before taking the broker's course, we will be offering the Remedial course in March and October. Information regarding the Remedial course can be found on the brokers course page as well as above.

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 Towers located on the board walk in Atlantic City. We will be departing on Dec. 6th and returning on Dec. 9th. Package prices have not been set yet, more information to follow.

REMINDER- YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE TRIPLE PLAY CONVENTION & CE COURSES SEPERATELY FROM THE COVERED WAGON TRAVEL PACKAGE! (Registration Forms coming soon)

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 2010 CE Course Schedule for the Elmira-Corning Board of REALTORS.
The 2011 schedule will be posted sometime in January of 2011.