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Virtual Classroom: Homeownership and LGBTQ+ Consumers

Date/Time

January 16, 2026, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Cost

$26.00

Organizer

Ohio REALTORS®
Phone: 614.225.6229
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Location

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This presentation is thought-provoking and interactive with attendees sharing experiences.  This session covers impressions and understanding of the LGBTQ community; how attendees’ impression/understanding has evolved over the years; provides definitions to common terms associated with LGBTs; discusses Privilege for Sale which refers to what heterosexual couples take for granted that LGBT couples might not be allowed such as paid leave if your spouse/partner passes away; different tax treatment for hetero v. LGBT couples; a discussion on ‘coming out’; and a review of statistics on purchasing power for the LGBT community.

Presenter: Alex Cruz, ABR, GRI, CNE, AHWD
Alex is a multi-million-dollar producing REALTOR® for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty in Cleveland, Ohio, where he has brought his extensive sales and customer-centered experience to the world of real estate. Prior to entering his current role as Director of Education and Member Services for the LGBTQ + Real Estate Alliance, he served as their inaugural National Vice President. Alex is the Co-Chair of the newly formed Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices FoREver Pride Network. Additionally, he serves as a Director for Ohio REALTORS® and as a member of their Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Plexus, the LGBTQ & Allied Business Chamber of Commerce for Northeast Ohio.

CE Information & Required Technology:
  • This livestream webinar is certified for 1 hour of real estate credit and can be applied towards obtaining the DE & I Certification. 
  • Attendees will need to access the program with a device (phone, laptop, PC) that has a camera, speaker, microphone, and reliable, high-speed internet access. Video, audio, and internet access are all necessary to successfully attend class. Please make sure to test everything ahead of time at https://zoom.us/test
  • Attendees must turn on their video camera and stay within view during the program to receive CE, as active participation will be monitored. Per ODRE requirements, you must be present for at least 90% of the program to receive credit.

Contact: Deanna Wright, Professional Development Coordinator -

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