AAR Education Class Suggestions
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NAR Code of Ethics with Joel Carlson
online
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 – 9:00AM-11:30AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members
Description: LAST CHANCE FOR NAR CODE OF ETHICS REQUIREMENT
Understanding US Taxation
in-person
Thursday, March 27, 2025 – 11:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Member
Description: A Special Class for: Foreign Nationals in the US and US Citizens and Permanent Residents Living Abroad.
Persian New Year Celebration Sponsored by Jonathan Sabbar of Loan Depot
CRMLS Training: Showing Time for the MLS
Online Virtual Training
Friday, March 28, 2025 – 1:00PM
Cost: FREE to CRMLS Members
Description: Showing Time for the MLS
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: Commercial Tenant Act
IN-PERSON
Thursday, April 3 , 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 Michelle Alvarado with CitiBank
Speaker David Fu, David Fu and Associates.
CRMLS Training: Matrix Searching 101
Online Virtual Training
Monday, April 7, 2025 – 9:00AM
Cost: FREE to CRMLS Members
Description: Matrix Searching 101
AI Made Easy
IN-PERSON
Tuesday, April 8, 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, April 9, 2025 – 9:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members
Description: Legal Update with Kelly Richardson, Attorney
CAR Fair Housing Day
IN-PERSON – The Westin long beach
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Cost: $30 for C.A.R. members and $50 for non-members
Description: C.A.R.’s fourth annual Fair Housing Day will take place on April 15th, 2025. Fair Housing Day features informative and thought-provoking sessions with innovators, economists, advocates, and policy experts in conversation on current fair housing topics including how to address housing supply issues, the impact of artificial intelligence in the industry, implications of climate change, and housing insecurity. Make sure to join these critical conversations on making the dream of homeownership possible for all Californians.
Real Estate No-No’s in Different Cultures
IN-PERSON
Thursday, April 17, 2025 – 10:00AM
Cost: FREE to AAR Members | $10 Non-Members
Description: Speakers on the panel will share taboos and prescriptions for working with clients from countries like Mexico, China, and India.
FREE Paper Shred Event – 2025
AAR Parking Lot
FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 2025 – 8:30AM – 12:00PM
Cost: FREE Community Event
Description: Bring ALL your unwanted documents to this HUGE FREE paper shredding event! Tell your clients – they’re invited. 4 Box limit per person. All paper collected will be recycled. No X-rays or transparent materials. All materials will be safely shredded in compliance with ALL applicable laws and regulations.
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, NAR’s Advocacy Team and Meena Patel -CAR Fair Housing and DEI Director
CRMLS Training: REImagine Home
Online Virtual Training
Friday, April 25, 2025 – 1:00PM
Cost: FREE to CRMLS Members
Description: REImagine Home
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
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
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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