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8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
10:00 AM to 11:30 PM
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
3:30 PM to 6:00 PM
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
Panel discussion on ethical and professional courtesy issues facing members in this current market.
7:45 AM to 8:45 AM
HYBRID EVENT | IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL | 1 hour CE credit
Join Ohio REALTORS External and Government Affairs Staff as they provide an update on Federal, State, and Local Issues, to include an overview of current legislation and discussion of key real estate policy issues.
Beth Wanless, AHWD, C2EX, MPPA, RCE, Veronica Cardello, AHWD, MPAP
8:45 AM to 10:15 AM
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
HYBRID EVENT | IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL | 1.5 hours CE credit
Join us for this popular annual forum as we dive into the important legal issues impacting real estate. In today’s seller driven market, multiple offers are the norm, tensions are high and agents are coming up with strategies to secure a contract for their client that are creative, but sometimes risky. Escalation clauses, sight unseen offers, inspection waivers, and appraisal gap provisions are just some of the multiple offer strategies that are causing confusion and contract disputes. As two of the leading real estate attorneys in Ohio, your presenters will help you avoid common pitfalls to ensure a smooth transaction and protect the interests of your client.
Scott Stevenson, JD, William Fergus, JD, Peg Ritenour, JD
10:45 AM to 12:15 PM
12:30 PM to 1:45 PM
12:30 PM to 6:00 PM
You have the opportunity to mix and mingle with your fellow Ohio REALTORS while visiting vendors offering the latest products and services to help you succeed at the EXPO OPENING! Entertainment along with food & drink stations throughout will make the event a “don’t miss.” This is always one of the biggest and most fun networking evens of the year! All convention attendees are welcome.
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
HYBRID EVENT | IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL | 1.5 hours CE credit
We all have knowledge of great Leadership Principles. The question is, how well do we execute? As we move into the next phase of the pandemic, effective leadership will become the secret formula for growth and success. Join Dan as he challenges you to assess, not your knowledge of leadership, but your actions based on the habits you have developed. In this session, we will look at seven decisive actions you can take to become a visible, decisive leader and a powerful role model for your team.
1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
(In Person Only | 1.5 hours CE credit)
Don’t miss this fast-moving session covering the facts about construction every REALTOR should know. Rich with photographs and specific strategies regarding new and old construction, you’ll learn how to identify key red flags affecting value and functionality.
1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Combating Bias & Discrimination in Real Estate
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
HYBRID EVENT | IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
Keynote: The Value of Difference
Vacation Prize Drawing: Sponsored by First Federal Lakewood | Prize Drawing Rules
REALTOR of the Year & Good Neighbor Award presentations
3:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Sponsored by Ohio Assn. of Community Colleges (OACC), First Federal Lakewood
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Sponsored by US Bank Home Mortgage
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
7:30 AM to 8:45 AM
HYBRID EVENT | IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL | 1 hour CE credit
REALTORS strive to deliver great service in every transaction, but those who can create memorable experiences have a better chance of earning repeat and referral business. Earning “top of mind” awareness with your customers, clients and community is a critical component of a successful business. This session shows you how to achieve this awareness through consistent personal branding, succeeding in the "attention economy," developing a powerful reputation, and leaving a lasting impression.
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
(In-Person Only | 1.5 hours CE credit)
The impact of COVID-19 on the global economy and the CRE industry has made the past year the most memorable year in recent history. 2020 will be remembered in commercial real estate for many things, but perhaps none more so than an acceleration of certain trends that benefited some sectors but punished others. This program will dive into which sectors may continue to thrive and which may lag in recovery, and how industry leaders are strategizing to overcome formidable challenges and gain momentum as we move forward in the coming year.
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
HYBRID EVENT | IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL | 1 hour CE credit
In this program you will learn how to lean into diversity and inclusion, and why it matters. We will also review the historical facts around systemic racism in real estate, and the data on disparities in homeownership amongst different ethnic groups.
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Sponsored by Rocket Mortgage
12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Sponsored by Northwest Title
From the Ground Up: How to Build a Business and Life Worth Living
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
HYBRID EVENT | IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL | 2 hours CE credit
Do you plan on working with Millennials, Boomers, or the generations in between? This course is for you. The aging Baby Boomer population and advancing technology is changing both new construction and existing housing. Builders, agents, and others in the industry will be challenged to find housing designed for all of life’s stages, abilities, and sophistications. Smart Home amenities will help aging or disabled populations stay in their homes while also enticing Millennials and others with enhanced control and comfort. Find out about these new consumer demands, accessible design features, trending technology and the value cost benefit so you’re ready for any generation.
1:45 PM to 3:45 PM
Sponsored by HomeTeam Inspection Service
(In Person Only | 2 hours CE credit)
Chris Finney has practiced real estate law and been a real estate investor himself for more than 33 years. He has won multiple cases at the Ohio Supreme Court and the U.S. Supreme Court, and yet he says that he and his clients have learned every lesson in life “the hard way.” Finney has assembled the Seven Deadly Sins of Commercial Real Estate so you can learn from other’s mistakes and avoid the major pitfalls of commercial real estate investing.
1:45 PM to 3:45 PM
(In-Person Only | 1.5 hours CE credit)
Harrison Beacher is a sought-after national speaker on the subjects of millennials and mindset, real estate marketing, young professionals, real estate sales maximization, networking, and social media optimization. In this program he’ll take a deep dive into how you can ace your buyer consultation.
Sponsored by Business Technology Forum and Young Professionals Network
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Hybrid Event | In-Person & Virtual
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
The 20th anniversary of the Tomorrow’s Leaders Today program will be celebrated with a reception for alumni of the program along with the 2021 Class
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
5:15 PM to 5:30 PM
Join us for a special FREE reception and program--hosted by Ohio REALTORS Commercial/Industrial and Global Business Advisory Committees--that will involve the opportunity to network and learn about the evolution of the mixed-use development at Easton Town Center, one of the nation’s premier private-public partnerships.
Columbus City Councilman & REALTOR Emmanuel Remy will be joined by Jonathan Schmerin from the Georgetown Group in sharing the history and future vision of this landmark lifestyle development during a period of significant change in the commercial real estate market. He will discuss the public private partnership and the economic development tools necessary to make this project a reality.
During the program, officials will discuss current and future aspects of retail, office, multifamily and hospitality real estate plus potential traffic generators which could create value in lifestyle projects in the future. Make sure to register for this free event, which is open to all Convention attendees.
Emmanuel Remy, Jonathan Schmerin
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Sponsored by Coldwell Banker, Georgetown Company
7:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Sponsored by Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Professional Realty
7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
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7:30 AM to 8:45 AM
(In-Person Only | 2 hours CE credit)
In this program Joe Rand shows you how to take a client-oriented approach to every aspect of your real estate business:
Because when you’re great at your job, your listings sell, your buyers buy, your deals close, and your clients rave about you. How to Be a Great Real Estate Agent will change the way you think about the industry, making you a better real estate agent--and a better person.
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
HYBRID EVENT | IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL | 2 hours CE credit
Green technology panelists will define sustainability, why it should be important to you and your real estate business, discuss green features and delve into the positive environmental and financial impact of adopting green real estate practices.
Paul Yankie, Mark Pottenbaum, Craig Foley, Sandra Adomatis
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Dues Administration Updates
9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Panel discussion with MLS Executives. Topics will include:
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Meeting will be available for viewing. Must be present to participate
Sponsor of boxed lunches: Sentrilock
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sponsored by SentriLock LLC
ETHICS APPROVED | VIRTUAL ONLY | 3 hours CE credit
In this program we will:
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
CIVIL RIGHTS APROVED | VIRTUAL ONLY | 3 hours CE credit
The Fair Housing Act might not have changed in the last decade, but real estate agents and consumers have. This course looks at recent technological developments in the real estate industry and their interplay with the Fair Housing Act as well as recent cases involving real estate professionals.
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
CORE LAW APPROVED | VIRTUAL ONLY | 3 hours CE credit
Are you in danger of being “dooced?” 90% of homebuyers used the internet in their home search, making the internet and social media an important part of your real estate practice. It is important to understand how the entities regulating the real estate industry view social media. This session examines potential violations of advertising rules, RESPA, the Fair Housing Act, intellectual property laws, and anti-trust. "I Don't Give a Twit" provides you with the tools necessary to create and implement risk reduction techniques in your business.
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
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