February
UPCOMING CLASSES
CANVA 201
WED 2/07
2:00PM - 3:00PM
NON-CE CLASS
FREE
Elevate your real estate marketing with our Intermediate Canva
Course—a perfect
opportunity to deepen your skills and harness the ultimate marketing tool for Real Estate professionals.
MOLD & HOW TO READ AIR SAMPLING REPORTS
THURS 2/08
9:30AM - 11:30AM
2-CE CLASS
FREE
Learn common causes of mold and how they can be addressed in order to diminish the impact of mold when buying and selling a property.
DISPELLING THE MYTHS OF REVERSE MORTGAGES
TUES 2/13
9:00AM - 11:00AM
2-CE CLASS
FREE
Discover how to assist older clients in affording their desired homes, boost their purchasing power, & address concerns about taking on new mortgage payments or depleting their nest egg.
RESIDENTIAL LEASING & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT EXPECTATIONS
TUES 2/13
1:00PM - 3:00PM
2-CE CLASS
$20.00
This specialized CE course for real estate professionals in 2024 offers comprehensive insights into legislative changes, regulations, & laws impacting the industry.
2024 ANNUAL COMMISSION UPDATE COURSE
WED 2/14
9:00AM - 1:00PM
4-CE CLASS
$40.00
This 4-hour mandatory course is necessary in order to maintain your license status.
UNDERSTANDING ASSUMPTION LOANS
THURS 2/15
9:00AM - 11:00AM
NON-CE CLASS
FREE
Learn what an assumption is and how it can increase value for your sellers and save money for your buyers.
2024 CREC CONTRACT REVIEW
WED 2/21
9:00AM - 1:00PM
4-CE CLASS
$40.00
The new and complete 2024 Colorado Contract to Buy and Sell Residential Property will be reviewed.
2024 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
WED 2/28
9:30AM - 11:30AM
2-CE CLASS
$20.00
This course focuses on the Real Estate Commission's eight key expectations for property management licensees.
VA LOAN INSPECTIONS
FRI 2/16
9:30AM - 10:30AM
1-CE CLASS
FREE
This course aims to educate real estate professionals about the inspection requirements of a VA-backed loan.
ADVANCED FORECLOSURE & SHORT SALE
THURS 2/22
9:00AM - 11:00AM
2-CE CLASS
$20.00
Learn how the foreclosure process & timeline work,
& understand the
strategies & short sale procedures.
5555 Tech Center Drive, Suite 110, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
719-884-5300
https://empiretitleclasses.my.canva.site/february2024
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CANVA 201
Ready to take your real estate marketing skills to the next level? Our Intermediate Real Estate Marketing with Canva class is the perfect opportunity to build upon your foundational knowledge. We will equip you with advanced techniques and strategies that will empower you to create stunning graphics and promotional materials, explore advanced features, and branding, including the "Four P's."
Class presented by Jillian Crandall, Stewart Title’s Business Strategist.
REFRESHMENT PROVIDED.
MOLD & HOW TO READ AIR SAMPLING REPORTS
The presence of mold can derail the home buying process. Participants of this course
will learn common causes of mold and how they can be addressed in order to diminish the impact of mold when buying and selling a property. Class presented by Brick and Mortar Home Inspections.
DISPELLING THE MYTHS OF REVERSE MORTGAGES
Learn how to tap into the growing market of homebuyers aged 62 and above by gaining expertise in Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), commonly known as reverse mortgage, for Purchase (H4P) loans. In this class, discover how to assist older clients in affording their desired homes, boost their purchasing power, and address concerns about taking on new mortgage payments or depleting their nest egg. Gain a competitive edge by turning previously unqualified buyers into satisfied customers, potentially increasing your sales at higher prices. Class presented by Jeff Zinsmeister of Fairway Independent Mortgage Co.
BREAKFAST PROVIDED.
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VA LOANS INSPECTIONS
For a VA-backed loan to be approved, the home must meet a minimum set of property
requirements. These standards are set to ensure the property is safe, structurally
sound, and sanitary in order to protect the interest of buyers, lenders, servicers, and the
VA. This course aims to educate real estate professionals about the inspection
requirements of a VA-backed loan so they can help their clients with buying or selling a
home that will be under a VA-backed loan. Class presented by Brick and Mortar Home Inspections. BREAKFAST PROVIDED by Kelly Schenck of TransACTIONal.
RESIDENTIAL LEASING & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT EXPECTATIONS
This specialized continuing education course for real estate professionals in 2024 offers comprehensive insights into legislative changes, regulations, and laws impacting the industry. Focusing on Landlords, the course covers topics such as new legislation, required changes to leases and management agreements, the timeline for implementation, penalties for non-compliance, and the review of how the legislation affects existing leases. Vital for Managing Brokers, property managers, and sales clients with investment properties, the course ensures participants stay compliant, protect clients' interests, and maintain professionalism in real estate transactions. Class presented by Rob Lynde.
REFRESHMENT PROVIDED.
UNDERSTANDING ASSUMPTION LOANS
learn what an assumption is and how it can increase value for your sellers and save money for your buyers. Get to understand what a Servicing Agent is and how to request assumption packages. Discover the risks of assumptions and the process flow to complete them. Class presented by Bill McAfee, Trainer & Consultant of Empire Title.
BREAKFAST PROVIDED.
2024 ANNUAL COMMISSION UPDATE COURSE
Every year the Division of Real Estate releases the required Annual Commission Update (ACU) course with topics the Division believes are important for brokers to know. This 4-hour mandatory course is necessary in order to maintain your license status. This course can be taken anytime during the 2024 calendar year, however, it is recommended that you take it as early in the year as possible, since it covers important brokerage compliance and general practice issues, as well as rule, contract, and legislative changes. Class presented by Bill McAfee, Trainer & Consultant of Empire Title.
BREAKFAST PROVIDED.
ADVANCED FORECLOSURE & SHORT SALE
Learn how the foreclosure process and timeline work; plus, understand strategies and short sale procedures, including the requirements for documentation and what tools will make that a smoother process. We will cover the Notice of Election and Demand, the Foreclosure Protection Act, and the Short Sale Addendum for the current real estate contract. Class presented by Bill McAfee of Empire Title. BREAKFAST PROVIDED by Mike Watson of Aslan Mortgage.
2024 CREC CONTRACT REVIEW
The complete Colorado Contract to Buy and Sell Residential Property will be reviewed, with an emphasis on the 2024 changes in the Seller Listing Contract, Residential Sellers Property Disclosure; Buyer Listing Contract, and new form - Assignment of Lease. Class presented by Bill McAfee, Trainer & Consultant of Empire Title. BREAKFAST PROVIDED
2024 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
This course focuses on the Real Estate Commission's eight key expectations for property management licensees. It aims to educate practitioners on these areas and ensure compliance with Commission standards. Specifically relevant to employing and managing brokers, the course provides guidance for incorporating the expectations into office policies and their practical application. Addressing the complexities of property management, it helps brokers identify and clarify Commission-identified areas requiring explanation within this field. Class presented by Rob Lynde.
BREAKFAST PROVIDED.