AAR Education Class Suggestions
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Submit suggestions for future educational topics you would like to see scheduled.
The power of the 1031 Exchange
IN-PERSON
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Member
Description: The presentation will cover:
Overview of 1031 exchanges and their significance in real estate investment
Capital Gains Taxes
Exchange Entities
Like-Kind Property
Delaware Statutory Trusts (DST)
Vacation Homes
Delayed and Reverse Exchanges
Identification Rules
LGR Fair Housing & Diversity Forum
ONLINE
Thursday, April 24, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members
Description: Hosted by AAR and Rancho Southeast Association of Realtors.
Speakers: Colette Massengale, Eq., AHWD, GSI, Senior Policy Representative for Fair Housing, and NAR’s Advocacy Team
CRMLS Training: REImagine Home
Online Virtual Training
Friday, April 25, 2025 – 1:00PM
Cost: FREE to CRMLS Members
Description: REImagine Home
C.A.R. Buyer Representation and Residential Listing Agreement Bundle
OnLINE ANYTIME TRAINING
Cost: FREE to C.A.R. Members – Use Code FORMS49
Description: This is a 2-course package that you take at your own pace. The course is available 24/7 and will be available in users’ Assigned Courses for 1 year.
FREE 45-HOUR CE Package
OnLINE ANYTIME TRAINING
Ongoing Courses
Cost: FREE to C.A.R. Members
Description: 45-Hour Package of Online CE Courses for your License Renewal. All packages meet DRE requirements for mandatory subjects and course categories. All packages below include an ethics course that also fulfills the REALTOR® Code of Ethics Training Requirement for NAR.
Commercial Mixer: What Realtors Need to Know About Land Use
IN-PERSON
Thursday, May 1, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to Everyone
Description: PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR FREE MONTHLY MARKETING MIXER: Education | Lunch | Share Your Properties | Network
Lunch sponsor: Diane Balsamo | The Money Store
E4C Cinco De Bingo
IN-PERSON
Knights of Columbus
130 W Pomona Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016
Friday, May 2, 2025 – 5:30PM-9:00PM
Cost: Adult $40 | Child (10 and under) $20 | 3 years and under free
Description: Tickets include Admission to event, taco bar, Bingo Card(s), Dessert, Non-alcoholic drink.
CRMLS Training: Matrix Quick Tips
Online Virtual Training
Monday, May 5, 2025 – 9:00AM
Cost: FREE to CRMLS Members
Description: Matrix Quick Tips
Understanding Mold
Online
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: Understanding Mold: What it means for your transaction.
• Mold inspections vs. Mold Assessment
• Indoor Air Quality
• How to read a Mold Report
• What happens next?
Legal Update
MLS Marketing Meeting
Masonic Center
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 – 9:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members
Description: Legal Update with Kelly Richardson, Attorney
Bank Loans For Foreign Nationals
IN-PERSON
Thursday, May 15, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Speakers:
Ester Chow, HSBC
Kevin Yang, CTBC
William Wang, United Midwest Saving Bank
Ivan Choi, Axos Bank
AAR Pickleball Tournament
IN-PERSON
iPickle – Arcadia
FRIDAY, May 16, 2025 – 12:00PM- 4:00PM
Cost: $40 per team | Lunch Included
Teams of 2 – at least one team member must be a member of a REALTOR Association.
Description: The AAR invites all AAR Members & Affiliates – as well as members from any local Association of REALTORS to participate in our exciting Pickleball Tournament. This is a FUN, friendly tournament, and beginners are welcome!
Event Flyer and Release Form (PDF)
Lights, Camera, Traction: Video Creation for REALTORS
ONLINE
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: The agents learn how to shoot and edit videos directly on their phones. They’ll learn camera and lighting tricks to make themselves feel more confident on camera. They’ll also learn how to easily edit on their phones using easy, free tools. At the end of the workshop, they’ll have a video that is ready to post on social media!
New Tax-Deferral of Capital Gains Annuity
Online
Thursday, May 29, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: Help your clients who are selling a property defer and potentially reduce taxes by allowing them to keep more of their sales proceeds. Convert sales proceeds into a guaranteed annuity income stream with a competitive rate of return and no management fees while deferring and possibly lowering their capital gains taxes. PRIMARY RESIDENCE eligible! Also ideal for seniors looking to downsize or move into assisted living type arrangement.
CRMLS Training: Down Payment Resource
Online Virtual Training
Friday, May 30, 2025 – 1:00PM
Cost: FREE to CRMLS Members
Description: Down Payment Resource
CRMLS Training: Matrix Managing Listings
Online Virtual Training
Monday, June 2, 2025 – 9:00AM
Cost: FREE to CRMLS Members
Description: Matrix Managing Listings
Financial Tax Strategies for REALTORS
Online
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 – 2:00PM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10.00 Non-Members
Description: Maximizing deductions and setting up for success with Nicole Green, a Tax Advisor from Robert Hall & Associates.
Commercial Mixer: 1031 Exchange
IN-PERSON
Thursday, June 5, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to Everyone
Description: PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR FREE MONTHLY MARKETING MIXER: Education | Lunch | Share Your Properties | Network Lunch sponsor: Diane Balsamo | The Money Store
AI Made Easy
IN-PERSON
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description:
• Master AI Tools for Real Estate Success
• Create Video Content with AI Twin Technology
• Boost Engagement with Cutting-Edge Strategies
Legal Update
MLS Marketing Meeting
Masonic Center
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 – 9:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members
Description: Legal Update with Kelly Richardson, Attorney
Sip and Paint
IN-PERSON – AAR
Thursday, June 12, 2025 – 6:00 PM -8:00PM
Cost: $45 per person – Registration closes June 5
Description: A creative evening hosted by the AAR Affiliates.
Step away from the usual social calendar and join us for a relaxed and fun evening designed to connect and create.
Instructor: Monica Gioeli, AAR Co-Chair Affiliate and founder of Studio 33 Design Concepts.
- Choose from two beautiful painting options
- Canvases will be pre-sketched and ready to go
- All tools and paint included—just show up and let your creativity flow
- Appetizers and soft drinks will be provide/sponsored
- BYOB- Feel free to bring your favorite bottle of wine or alcoholic beverage of choice.
- Optional frames available for purchase—framing your piece makes a huge difference in showcasing your work!
CRMLS Training: Realist Tax
Online Virtual Training
Friday, June 27, 2025 – 1:00PM
Cost: FREE to CRMLS Members
Description: Realist Tax
Stayin’ Alive in 2025 Reverse Mortgage
In-PERSON – LUNCH & LEARN
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: REALTORS® are still learning about reverse mortgages…
• Why Older Homeowners Are Selling
• Loans, Reverse Mortgages, Financing
• Heirs, Trusts and Title Issues
• Tools and Strategy
Commercial Mixer: How Do I derive NOI?
IN-PERSON
Thursday, August 7, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to Everyone
Description: PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR FREE MONTHLY MARKETING MIXER: Education | Lunch | Share Your Properties | Network Lunch Sponsor: David Fu | David Fu and Associates
Understanding the “New” RPA-CA
online
Monday, August 11 , 2025 – 10:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: Understanding the “New” RPA-CA
1031 Exchange
online
Tuesday, September 9 , 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: 1031 Exchange with speaker Adrineh Betcheri
Legal Update
MLS Marketing Meeting
Masonic Center
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 – 9:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members
Description: Legal Update with Kelly Richardson, Attorney
The 50+ “Standard” Disclosures Required
online
Tuesday, September 23 , 2025 – 10:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: The 50+ “Standard” Disclosures Required
Legal Update
MLS Marketing Meeting
Masonic Center
Wednesday, October 8, 2025 – 9:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members
Description: Legal Update with Kelly Richardson, Attorney
BRBC Buyer Representative – Broker Compensation
online
Tuesday, October 21 , 2025 – 10:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: BRBC Buyer Representative – Broker Compensation
Stayin’ Alive in 2025 Reverse Mortgage
In-PERSON – LUNCH & LEARN
Thursday, October 23, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: REALTORS® are still learning about reverse mortgages…
• Why Older Homeowners Are Selling
• Loans, Reverse Mortgages, Financing
• Heirs, Trusts and Title Issues
• Tools and Strategy
Legal Update
MLS Marketing Meeting
Masonic Center
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 – 9:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members
Description: Legal Update with Kelly Richardson, Attorney