October 2024

LOCATION

Your own location/device via Zoom! (see description below for registration information).

DESCRIPTION

The Center for REALTOR® Financial Wellness is a resource designed exclusively to meet the specific financial planning needs of REALTORS®. This comprehensive program includes education materials and resources for wealth building, business planning, and investing in real estate. These monthly webinars are designed to help REALTORS® understand financial topics on a deeper level. Presenters include subject matter experts who will provide tips, planning options, and an array of valuable information to help REALTORS® advance their financial journey.

JANUARY WEBINAR(S):

January 10, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.
Business Strategies to Prepare for the Future with Brian Wiley & Jerimiah Bates
CLICK HERE for more information.

FEBRUARY WEBINAR(S):

February 7, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.
Tax Summit 2024: SMART from the Start – Accounting Tax Tips with Gregory Antipoff
CLICK HERE for more information.

February 14, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.
Tax Summit 2024: 2023/24 Tax Update – REALTOR® Edition with Gregory Antipoff
CLICK HERE for more information.

February 21, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.
Tax Summit 2024: Advanced Tax Strategies for Agents with Gregory Antipoff
CLICK HERE for more information.

February 28, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.
Tax Summit 2024: Tax Advantages for Agents Investing in Real Estate with Gregory Antipoff
CLICK HERE for more information.

MARCH WEBINAR(S):

March 20, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.
How to Leverage Your Business Credit with Brian Wiley & Jerimiah Bates
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APRIL WEBINAR(S):

April 10, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.
Do I Have the Right Marketing Budget? with Quinn Driscoll
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MAY WEBINAR(S):

May 1, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
Secure Act 2.0 Update with John Paul Ruiz
CLICK HERE for more information..

JUNE WEBINAR(S):

June 12, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
Case Study Part 1: How I Crafted My Real Estate Investment Strategy with an IRA LLC with Jason Craig
CLICK HERE for more information.

JULY WEBINAR(S):

July 17, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
Case Study Part 2: How My IRA Got a Non-Recourse Loan to Invest in Real Estate with Jason Craig
CLICK HERE for more information.

AUGUST WEBINAR(S):

August 7, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
1031 Exchange Investment Summit: How a 1031 Exchange Works for Beginners with Jim Miller
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August 14, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
1031 Exchange Investment Summit: 1031 Exchange for Advanced Agents with Jim Miller
CLICK HERE for more information.

August 21, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
1031 Exchange Investment Summit: Leveraging a 1031 Exchange for Your Clients with Jim Miller
CLICK HERE for more information.

SEPTEMBER WEBINAR(S):

September 25, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
Yes, Estate Planning Can Be Easy with Theresa Clancy
CLICK HERE for more information.

OCTOBER WEBINAR(S):

October 16, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
Choosing the Perfect Business Structure with Shahar Plinner
CLICK HERE for more information.

NOVEMBER WEBINAR(S):

November 20, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
Market Update Planning for the Year Ahead with Brian Wiley & Jerimiah Bates
CLICK HERE for more information.

DECEMBER WEBINAR(S):

December 11, 2024, 1:00 p.m.
Social Security & Financial Considerations When Retiring Overseas with TBD
CLICK HERE for more information.

Log in to www.FinancialWellness.realtor to assess your current financial profile, receive personalized financial planning goals, practice financial planning decisions in a risk-free way, and explore a robust library of budgeting, retiring, and real estate investing resources.

This complimentary program has something to offer all NAR members and REALTOR® Association staff—no matter their level of professional expertise or stage of financial planning.

To begin your financial journey, log in to www.FinancialWellness.realtor today!

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

LOCATION

Your own location/device via Zoom!

DESCRIPTION

Supra Showing Management powered by BrokerBay™ is included in your Flexmls subscription.

This 60-minute training covers everything you need to easily schedule, manage, and suggest new showing times as well as efficiently search, share, and book.

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.

COST

Complimentary for all Flexmls Users.

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.

COST

Complimentary for all Flexmls Users.

LOCATION

Your own location/device!

DESCRIPTION

A $240 value and complimentary for our REALTOR® members, FOREWARN was built around agent safety and identity verification, it's really the whole point of the platform.

However, FOREWARN is also a multi-dimensional tool that can be utilized in other areas of your business to help you be the best real estate professional you can be while helping to keep you safe in the process.

The purpose of this training is to help real estate professionals gain a much better understanding of the platform along with going over some "Pro-Tips" to help you understand the various ways to leverage FOREWARN in your real estate business.

We will also open up the webinar for live Q&A to end the session.

Not yet subscribed to FOREWARN? Our Staff can help. Call us at 423.698.8001 to confirm we have your correct email and cell number uploaded to the FOREWARN platform. 

LOCATION

East Brainerd Church of Christ (7745 East Brainerd Road)

DESCRIPTION

As one of our community partners, the Snack Pack Ministry looks to Realtors each month to feed our neighbors - food insecure children in Hamilton County schools!

Realtors (and friends and families) can help at these times:

     10 am to Noon - Packing

     6-8 pm - Packing

No sign-up is needed. Just show up and help! 

Can't be there in person? You can support this effort monetarily. Feed a child for an entire school year for $100. Visit https://eastbrainerdchurch.org/snackpack/ and look for the GIVE button.

LOCATION

Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway)

DESCRIPTION

Estate Planning: Probate, Wills, Powers of Attorney, & Trust call will be held IN PERSON.

This course is designed for the general public to answer the top 10 questions regarding estate planning. 

Every adult should have a comprehensive estate plan in place.  Yet, studies show that 60% of Americans do not have a Will, let alone any other estate planning documents.  A properly designed estate plan should protect you, your family and your finances.  Burns, Henry & Kirksey is committed to providing solution-driven estate planning representation.  In this presentation, Attorney Bryce Kirksey answers 10 of the most common questions about estate planning in Tennessee. 

These questions and topics include:

1. Do I need a Will?
2. What happens if I pass away without creating a Will?
3. What is probate and should I try to avoid it?
4. Are there other estate planning documents that I should have?
5. How does a power of attorney actually work?
6. Does it make sense to set up a trust?
7. Are beneficiary designations part of an estate plan?
8. What happens to my debts when I die?
9. How can I keep the nursing home from taking my home?
10. What are the most common estate planning mistakes to avoid?

At the end of the presentation there will be time for Q&A as well. 

Course material will be provided during class. 

COST

FREE

LOCATION

The Walden Club (633 Chestnut Street, Suite 2100)

DESCRIPTION

Join us to hear from Jake Johnson, Director of Development for CHI Memorial Foundation. 

And, Jake just happens to be the son of Women's Council - Chattanooga's President-Elect, Diana Johnson.

COST

Strategic Partners & WCR Members = $18 + $3.05 processing fee = $21.05

No Refunds.

LOCATION

Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway)

DESCRIPTION

I See Dead People & They Want to Sell Real Estate class will be held IN PERSON.

This course is designed for real estate agents to assist them in navigating real estate transactions involving deceased sellers and probate. 

In the real estate world, we see so many real estate transactions where the seller is deceased or the real estate is included in a probate.  Unfortunately, these types of situations often result in the closing being delayed or the contract possibly terminating.  As an attorney owned title company, Burns, Henry & Kirksey, is committed to assisting real estate agents in understanding what information they need to navigate these types of closings and helping them successfully close. 

In this presentation, Attorneys Travis Henry and Bryce Kirksey identify three key questions that realtors should ask when taking a listing where a seller is deceased.   

These questions and topics include:

1. Who has authority to sign a contract or deed when someone is deceased?
2. What is probate and how does it affect a closing?
3. How long do you have to wait to close? 

In addition, the course includes practical tips to avoid a delayed closing. 

At the end of the presentation there will be time for Q&A as well. 

Bryson M. (“Bryce”) Kirksey’s practice involves many transactional matters, including tax planning for individuals and companies, estate planning (drafting wills and trusts), probate, business formation and planning, and forming and advising tax-exempt organizations.   Bryce is also a licensed title insurance agent with Fidelity National Title and is licensed to practice law in Tennessee. 

Travis D. Henry concentrates his practice in the areas of real estate, secured lending and litigation.  Travis represents investors, developers, lenders and participants in real estate transactions.  He is a licensed title insurance agent with Old Republic Title and Fidelity National Title Insurance Company.  Travis is licensed in Tennessee and Georgia.   

Course material will be provided during class. 

COST

Members: FREE / Non-Members: $15.00

DESCRIPTION

The Board of Directors gives the Association direction and focus as we respond to the ever-changing real estate industry. The Nominating Committee is accepting Director applications through 5pm on October 3.

LOCATION

WindStone Golf Club (9230 Windstone Dr, Ringgold, GA)

DESCRIPTION

Golf Tournament for Tee Up & Wine Down for Habitat (<== Click for details to Sponsor, Play or Bid.)

LOCATION

Your own location/device via Zoom!

DESCRIPTION

Welcome to Supra Showing Management by BrokerBay™!

This 60-minute Broker Office Assistant training is an introduction for you to begin using and scheduling as a brokerage.

This training is not for Real Estate Agents. If you're an agent seeking trianing, click here for date/times of agent-focused training options.

BrokerBay FAQs

LOCATION

Waterhouse Pavilion (850 Market Street)

DESCRIPTION

Wine Tasting and Live/Silent Auction for Tee Up & Wine Down for Habitat (<== Click for details to Sponsor, Play or Bid.)

DESCRIPTION

Applications are due TODAY for the 2025 Leadership Academy, which aims to provide tools and a knowledge-based foundation to motivate and empower REALTORS® for future leadership positions. Participants gain:

• Knowledge-based foundation for personal leadership growth.
• Enhanced professionalism and industry knowledge.
• Greater awareness of all three levels of the Association (local, state, and national).

DESCRIPTION

Online voting opens today at Noon for the 2025-26 Directors. 

LOCATION

5090 South The Furniture Store (5090 South Terrace)

DESCRIPTION

This industry* networking event is complimentary for Members** of host Associations.

*Participating industry associations include:

· ACE Mentor Program
· American Society of Civil Engineers
· Association of General Contractors
· Chattanooga Mortgage Bankers Association
· American Institute of Architects Chattanooga
· Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®
· Home Builders Association of Greater Chattanooga
· Women's Council of REALTORS® Chattanooga Network

**All that's required to attend is to RSVP by October 16. Members are encouraged to RSVP for and bring their plus ones, teams and their plus ones, etc.

DESCRIPTION

Online voting opens today at Noon for the 2025-26 Directors. 

LOCATION

The Signal (21 Choo Choo Avenue)

DESCRIPTION

Join us for the Inaugural Masquerade Gala to benefit the Women's Council - Chattanooga. This event is open to the public.

Wear your black tie or cocktail attire and join us for an evening of incredible music, food, and amazing auction items, including but not limited to a:

• Masquerade-inspired painting by Olivia Reckhart, which will be finished LIVE at the event
• Private dinner prepared by Seth at Number Ten
• and more!

Food options will include a buffet and heavy hors d'oeuvres passed throughout the event.

This will be a night to remember with plenty of options for photography and fun!

Please feel free to make a donation to the WCR with your ticket purchase to keep real estate education accessible to women in Real Estate in Chattanooga.

COST

$161.90

LOCATION

Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® (2963 Amnicola Highway)

DESCRIPTION

Understanding 1031 Exchanges class will be held IN PERSON.

Join us as we explores the history, evolution, rules, and forms of the strategy used to defer tax liability until a later date. Loaded with real-life examples and calculations, this class allows agents to learn the vocabulary and application of tax-free exchanges so they are better able to answer client questions and work through a 1031 Exchanges. Taught by veteran agent, Moren Adenubi, who has performed 1031 Exchanges personally and for clients. This content will work you through the application and how-to for residential and commercial agents alike.

Course material will be emailed prior to class. 

COST

Members: $40.00 / Non-Members: $55.00

LOCATION

Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®

DESCRIPTION

We're so excited for our 2024 Member Appreciation Days!

In addition to special events and treats October 28-30, through November 30, enjoy:

25% discount in the REALTOR® Store (excludes Lockboxes & Movie Tickets) and

Complimentary Top Golf - Click Here to secure an available spot or contact Fanci Moore for details and to secure your two-hour timeslot.

RSVP ONLINE, so we can plan accordingly with food, drink, and other goodies.

MONDAY, Oct. 28, 9-10am - Coffee & Conversation

This month's Coffee & Conversation falls during #MemberAppreciationDays.

8:30-10:30am - Spill the Beans will be on site to get your morning going with fresh espresso drinks, cider, hot chocolate, and tea.

9-10am - 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.

Members are invited to come and go or stay the whole time.

Bring the family to pick out your pumpkin, smile for a photo, and enjoy a shaved ice from Kona Ice.

Reserve your pumpkin in your Member Portal, with the option to purchase a "guest" ticket ($10 each) for an additional pumpkin(s).

WEDNESDAY, October 30, 1-3pm - Shred It & Forget It

We're here to help you get rid of all that unwanted paper clutter.

Stop by with a file, a box, or mulitple boxes of papers for confidential, on-site shredding.

Can't make it during the 1-3pm window? Drop off paper for shredding anytime before then. Staff will keep it in a secure location until the shredding truck arrives.

LOCATION

Chattanooga State Community College (4501 Amnicola Hwy.)

DESCRIPTION

Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Certification 2-Day Course will be held IN PERSON at Chattanooga State Community College.

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

• Improve your negotiating skills

• Learn about behind-the-scenes issues and how to deal with them

• Learn how to handle a wide range of personalities and situations

• 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. 

COST

Member Price: FREE / Non-Member Price: $175.00