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Tue, Oct 1, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
DESCRIPTION
The Bylaws Committee reviews recommendations from NAR for implementation at the local level and any local issues that may arise and contemplate a Bylaws amendment.
CHAIR: Leatha Eaves
DIRECTOR LIAISON: Teresa Clegg
STAFF LIAISON: Carol Seal
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Wed, Oct 2, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Course provided by: CRS DATA
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway)
DESCRIPTION
Courthouse Retrieval for Commercial Practitioners classes will be held IN PERSON.
Geared towards the commercial practitioner, this class shows you how to make the most out of tax data. Provides real estate professionals with tools and information to quickly start a new listing, enhance sales efforts, and find new clients. Create mail lists in three easy steps and save big $$ over direct mail companies. Find new leads using our powerful real estate market segmentation tools to define exactly what area and what kind of prospect to target. Once you finalize your real estate prospect list, generate mailing labels or export mail merge data immediately. Prepare professional presentations with easy-to-read, colorful tables and pie charts to tell a story about the property. And you can easily email reports and comps directly to your customers or colleagues.
Participants are encouraged to bring your own personal device to follow along.
Course material will be provided during class.
*Residential focused course offered on March 25th, 2024 and August 8th, 2024.
INSTRUCTOR
Danielle Longdue
COST
Members: Free / Non-Members: $30.00
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Wed, Oct 2, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: Garrett Cox
DIRECTOR LIAISON: Holly Harwell
STAFF LIAISON: Jessica Snyder
PURPOSE: Identifies, educates, and grooms futures Association leaders through their oversight of the Leadership Academy, including ongoing review of the curriculum, as well as the application and selection process.
COMPOSITION: Recent graduates comprise the committee.
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Thu, Oct 3, 9:00am – 10:30am
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR & DIRECTOR LIAISON: Jeff Nixon
VICE CHAIR: Sabrena Smedley
STAFF LIAISONS: Bethani Miller & Carol Seal
PURPOSE: Establishes and maintains policies for the residential and commercial MLS system, MLS data compilation, and related services (i.e., lockboxes, market reports, tax data).
COMPOSITION: Annually, the MLS Participants elect nine Participants and two Subscribers, who serve staggered, two-year terms.
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Thu, Oct 3, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Sponsored by TN REALTORS®/TREEF
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway) / ZOOM Option Available: April 16, June 10, July 10, Sept 9, Oct 15, Nov 12, & Dec 13
DESCRIPTION
Code of Ethics classes will be held IN PERSON monthly. ZOOM option available: April 16, June 10, July 10, Sept 9, Oct 15, Nov 12, & Dec 13
(ZOOM link will be emailed prior to class. CLICK HERE for the real estate commissions virtual/streaming rules.)
Students participating in this course will complete their mandatory ethics training requirement*, while understanding how to practice real estate in the most ethical way possible, and the actions taken when ethics are in question.
CLICK HERE to print and/or download course material.
*This course fulfills the REALTOR® Code of Ethics Training Requirement mandated by National Association of REALTORS®, to be completed once every three years. The current cycle runs January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2024.
INSTRUCTOR
Bobby Wood (Jan, March, April, August), Kathy Oakes (Feb, May, July), Susan Barnette (June, Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec)
COST
Members: FREE / Non-Members: $30.00
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Thu, Oct 3, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: Brieanne Maya
DIRECTOR LIAISON: Paige Batten
STAFF LIAISON: Jessica Snyder
PURPOSE: Oversees an Association-funded, need-based scholarship program for first-year college students.
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Fri, Oct 4, 9:00am – 10:30am
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: Rolanda Daniel
DIRECTOR LIAISON: Connie Brewer
STAFF LIAISON: Josh Branum
PURPOSE: Solicits RPAC contributions and educates members on their role in the REALTOR® Party to Vote, Act & Invest to protect and promote home ownership and real estate investment. Assists in the planning of RPAC-related events, including the annual Participation, Major Investor, and Red White & Thank You events.
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Fri, Oct 4, 11:00am – 12:30pm
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: Bill Panebianco
DIRECTOR LIAISON: Denise Murphy
STAFF LIAISON: Josh Branum
PURPOSE: Reviews ordinances and policies that may impact REALTORS® in conducting their business successfully and ethically and to promote the preservation of the right to own, use, and transfer real property. Works with elected officials on issues impacting property values and quality of life in Greater Chattanooga.
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Fri, Oct 4, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
LOCATION
Your own location/device via Zoom!
DESCRIPTION
Join our MLS Coordinator - Bethani Miller - for #FlexFridays! Join us as she takes a deeper dive into a specific feature of Flexmls and the related MLS Rules.
Did we melt your brain with too much information in New Member Orientation? Did you fall asleep?
In this class we'll do a brief overview so you can get another tour of the FlexMLS functions.
INSTRUCTOR
Bethani Miller, MLS Training & Support
COST
Complimentary for all Flexmls Users.
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Tue, Oct 8, 1:30pm – 3:00pm
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: James Meyers
DIRECTOR LIAISON: Connie Brewer
STAFF LIAISON: Josh Branum
PURPOSE: Identifies local opportunities to create and/or transform an unused public space into a welcoming community destination through use of NAR grants.
See gcar.net/placemaking for more details.
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Wed, Oct 9, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Hosted by Crexi
LOCATION
Your own location/device!
DESCRIPTION
Subscribers to our Commercial MLS have access to Crexi Pro, which is the fastest-growing commercial real estate marketplace, and will provide you access to advanced tools to close deals faster and reach millions of monthly visitors already searching for properties like yours. Crexi is a complete workflow management platform for brokers, buyers, and tenants — supporting the process from listing to close.
You also have access to full lead contact information and Crexi Intelligence, a data tool with 153M+ property records including ownership contact information, 13M+ sales comps, plus so much more!
Now that you’ve been activated on Crexi Pro, the next step is to learn about all of the features you have access to and begin setting up your listings to be as searchable as possible on Crexi’s extensive marketplace.
Some topics that we will cover include:
- Finding Comps/Parcel Contact Info
- Running Searches (Listing & Comps)
- Creating Reports & Finding Lead Contact Info
- Adding/Editing Listings & Improving Search Scores
- Creating/Automating Marketing Emails
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Thu, Oct 10, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: Robert Baker
DIRECTOR LIAISON/SECRETARY-TREASURER: Mike Purcell
STAFF LIAISON: Carol Seal
PURPOSE: Formulates the annual budget and makes recommendations concerning financial planning and investment decisions.
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Fri, Oct 11, 9:00am – 1:00pm
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway) / ZOOM Options Available: Feb. 23rd, May 17th, Aug. 23rd, Oct. 18th
DESCRIPTION
New Member & MLS Orientation class will be held IN PERSON monthly.
ZOOM options are available on February 23rd, May 17th, August 23rd, October 18th.
(ZOOM link will be emailed at least 12 hours prior to class. CLICK HERE for the real estate commissions virtual/streaming rules.)
New Member Orientation is required of all REALTOR® members, and MLS Orientation is required of anyone having access to the MLS system. Orientation is a chance for our newest members to get acquainted with one another and all the benefits of being a member of Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®. Following a brief overview of local program and services, we will segue into MLS Rules and an overview of the MLS platform.
Course material will be provided during class.
Students may bring an electronic device to follow along during the MLS portion.
INSTRUCTOR
Carol Seal & Bethani Miller
COST
Members & MLS Users: FREE
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Tue, Oct 15, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Sponsored by TN REALTORS®/TREEF
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway) / ZOOM Option Available: April 16, June 10, July 10, Sept 9, Oct 15, Nov 12, & Dec 13
DESCRIPTION
Code of Ethics classes will be held IN PERSON monthly. ZOOM option available: April 16, June 10, July 10, Sept 9, Oct 15, Nov 12, & Dec 13
(ZOOM link will be emailed prior to class. CLICK HERE for the real estate commissions virtual/streaming rules.)
Students participating in this course will complete their mandatory ethics training requirement*, while understanding how to practice real estate in the most ethical way possible, and the actions taken when ethics are in question.
CLICK HERE to print and/or download course material.
*This course fulfills the REALTOR® Code of Ethics Training Requirement mandated by National Association of REALTORS®, to be completed once every three years. The current cycle runs January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2024.
INSTRUCTOR
Bobby Wood (Jan, March, April, August), Kathy Oakes (Feb, May, July), Susan Barnette (June, Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec)
COST
Members: FREE / Non-Members: $30.00
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Wed, Oct 16, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: Winnie Paris
DIRECTOR LIAISON: James Streeter
STAFF LIAISON: Fanci Moore
PURPOSE: Promotes equal opportunity and cultural diversity within the real estate industry and encourages an Association culture that embraces and celebrates our differences. Plans annual recognition of Fair Housing Month & Resources. Promotes Fairhaven and the At Home With Diversity certification.
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Thu, Oct 17, 9:00am – 10:30am
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: Frazier DeVaney
DIRECTOR LIAISON: Natalie Hostetler
STAFF LIAISON: Carol Seal
PURPOSE: Provides guidance regarding commercial-specific programs and services, including but not limited to the commercial listing service, education, and networking offerings for our commercial practitioners.
COMPOSITION: The President appoints the Commercial Services Advisory Group from the members of the Commercial Council. Membership in the Commercial Council is available to any REALTOR® member, who subscribes to the commercial listing service and completes a membership application. Get details here.
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Fri, Oct 18, 9:00am – 1:00pm
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway) / ZOOM Options Available: Feb. 23rd, May 17th, Aug. 23rd, Oct. 18th
DESCRIPTION
New Member & MLS Orientation class will be held IN PERSON monthly.
ZOOM options are available on February 23rd, May 17th, August 23rd, October 18th.
(ZOOM link will be emailed at least 12 hours prior to class. CLICK HERE for the real estate commissions virtual/streaming rules.)
New Member Orientation is required of all REALTOR® members, and MLS Orientation is required of anyone having access to the MLS system. Orientation is a chance for our newest members to get acquainted with one another and all the benefits of being a member of Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®. Following a brief overview of local program and services, we will segue into MLS Rules and an overview of the MLS platform.
Course material will be provided during class.
Students may bring an electronic device to follow along during the MLS portion.
INSTRUCTOR
Carol Seal & Bethani Miller
COST
Members & MLS Users: FREE
Register
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Fri, Oct 25, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®
DESCRIPTION
Did we melt your brain with too much information in New Member/MLS Orientation? Did you fall asleep?
Join our own Bethani Miller for #FlexFridays and take a deeper dive into a specific feature of Flexmls and the related MLS Rules.
In this session, she'll provide a brief overview of FlexMLS so you can get another tour of the Flexmls functions.
INSTRUCTOR
Bethani Miller, MLS Training & Support
COST
Complimentary for all Flexmls Users.
Register
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Mon, Oct 28, 9:00am – 10:00am
DESCRIPTION
Join President Kadi Brown & CEO Carol Seal for Coffee & Conversation - an informal gathering to discuss what's on your mind, including industry changes and best practices.
March 25: Southside Chattanooga Cafe (formerly Frothy Monkey) at 1400 Market Street (inside the Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel)
April 29: Oaks Coffee House (2916 Silverdale Road)
May 20: Together Cafe (801 South Orchard Knob Avenue)
August 19: Wired Coffee Bar - Ooltewah (5707 Main Street)
October 29: Greater Chattanooga Realtors
No RSVP required. Members are invited to come and go during the hour. Or stay for the whole hour.
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Tue, Oct 29, 8:30am – 5:00pm
TN REALTORS® & REBAC
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway)
DESCRIPTION
Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Certification 2-Day Course will be held IN PERSON.
Who is it for?
The Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification is for real estate professionals who want to sharpen their negotiation skills. The RENE certification program gives REALTORS® the tips and tools they need to be skillful advocates for their clients. Watch Adorna's 90-second video about the class.
What You Gain
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Improve your negotiating skills
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Learn about behind-the-scenes issues and how to deal with them
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Learn how to handle a wide range of personalities and situations
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Learn to sort out the competing objectives of the parties involved in a transaction
How to Earn It:
Education - Complete the two-day course. There is NO exam requirement for this certification.
Professional Affiliation - Member in good standing of the National Association of REALTORS®
Application - The application will be sent to you after you’ve completed the required courses.
Cost - Once completing the steps above, there is a one-time application fee of $159.
For more information, visit the REBI website.
Course materials will be emailed prior to class.
INSTRUCTOR
Adorna Carroll
CE HOURS
16 Hours TN & GA
COST
Member Price: FREE / Non-Member Price: $175.00
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Wed, Oct 30, 8:30am – 5:00pm
TN REALTORS® & REBAC
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway)
DESCRIPTION
Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Certification 2-Day Course will be held IN PERSON.
Who is it for?
The Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification is for real estate professionals who want to sharpen their negotiation skills. The RENE certification program gives REALTORS® the tips and tools they need to be skillful advocates for their clients. Watch Adorna's 90-second video about the class.
What You Gain
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Improve your negotiating skills
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Learn about behind-the-scenes issues and how to deal with them
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Learn how to handle a wide range of personalities and situations
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Learn to sort out the competing objectives of the parties involved in a transaction
How to Earn It:
Education - Complete the two-day course. There is NO exam requirement for this certification.
Professional Affiliation - Member in good standing of the National Association of REALTORS®
Application - The application will be sent to you after you’ve completed the required courses.
Cost - Once completing the steps above, there is a one-time application fee of $159.
For more information, visit the REBI website.
Course materials will be emailed prior to class.
INSTRUCTOR
Adorna Carroll
CE HOURS
16 Hours TN & GA
COST
Member Price: FREE / Non-Member Price: $175.00
Register
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Thu, Oct 31, 9:00am – 10:30am
DESCRIPTION
PRESIDENT: Kadi Brown
PRESIDENT-ELECT: Ellis Gardner
SECRETARY-TREASURER: Mike Purcell
MLS CHAIR: Jeff Nixon
DIRECTORS: Paige Batten, Connie Brewer, Teresa Clegg, Holly Harwell, Natalie Hostetler, Denise Murphy, Karen Parris, James Streeter
STAFF LIAISON: Carol Seal
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Fri, Nov 1, 9:00am – 10:30am
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: Rolanda Daniel
DIRECTOR LIAISON: Connie Brewer
STAFF LIAISON: Josh Branum
PURPOSE: Solicits RPAC contributions and educates members on their role in the REALTOR® Party to Vote, Act & Invest to protect and promote home ownership and real estate investment. Assists in the planning of RPAC-related events, including the annual Participation, Major Investor, and Red White & Thank You events.
DETAILS
Fri, Nov 1, 11:00am – 12:30pm
LOCATION
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®
DESCRIPTION
CHAIR: Bill Panebianco
DIRECTOR LIAISON: Denise Murphy
STAFF LIAISON: Josh Branum
PURPOSE: Reviews ordinances and policies that may impact REALTORS® in conducting their business successfully and ethically and to promote the preservation of the right to own, use, and transfer real property. Works with elected officials on issues impacting property values and quality of life in Greater Chattanooga.
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