IR Convention Early Bird Registration Ends June 30th — Don’t Miss Out!
The lowest price for the 2026 Idaho REALTORS® Convention ends this Tuesday, June 30th. Register now to lock in your full-access pass at the best rate of the year — prices increase July 1st.
The 2026 Idaho REALTORS® Convention
Sun Valley Resort | October 5–9, 2026
Want a sneak peek at what’s in store? Check out our convention guide to browse the tentative schedule, meet our speakers, and start planning your week in Sun Valley. Download the Guidebook app and search 2026 Idaho REALTORS® Convention to take it with you on your phone.
We’re finalizing an incredible lineup of education, networking, and entertainment at one of Idaho’s most breathtaking destinations. Here’s what’s on the schedule:
Major Convention Events:
- October 5 — Past Presidents Meeting & WCR Reception and Auction
- October 6 — Convention Kickoff | Keynote Event & Opening Reception
- October 7 — Brokers & Members Summit | IRLA Graduation & Reunion | RPAC Auction
- October 8 — Awards Luncheon | Inaugural Celebration
- October 9 — Annual Membership & Board of Directors Meeting
PLEASE NOTE – THE CONVENTION SCHEDULE IS TENTATIVE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Take Two of Your Five GRI Courses (ALMOST HALF!) at Convention!
The 2026 Convention is offering two Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI) courses — meaning you can knock out two of the five courses required for one of the industry’s most respected designations without ever leaving Sun Valley. Each course also counts as Idaho CE elective credit, so you’re doubling up your investment either way.
The GRI designation demonstrates that you have the knowledge and skills to navigate any real estate climate and a commitment to the highest standards of ethics and professionalism. There are no annual renewal requirements once earned. Learn more about the GRI at IdahoRealtors.com.
GRI 102 — Ethics for Real Estate Professionals | 12 CE hours
Monday, Oct. 5 (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) & Tuesday, Oct. 6 (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) | Sawtooth Room | Instructor: Rick Harris
Join Rick Harris for this essential course on professional standards, ethics, and risk management. Explore the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, dispute resolution, and practical risk reduction strategies to safeguard your business and clients. This course also satisfies NAR’s Code of Ethics training requirement.
GRI 101 — Tax Strategies for the Real Estate Professional | 7.5 CE hours
Tuesday, Oct. 6 (12:30 PM – 5:30 PM) & Wednesday, Oct. 7 (8:00 AM – 11:00 AM) | Sawtooth Room | Instructor: Chris Bird
Join Chris Bird, CFP, CRS, for an engaging course exploring critical tax updates for REALTORS®, including real estate tax deductions, IRC 1031 changes, and strategies for buying, holding, and selling investment properties. Gain insights into the 20% Qualified Business Income Deduction and other essential tax topics impacting your business and clients.
More Education Highlights
The GRI courses are just the beginning. Here’s a look at more of what’s on the education calendar this year:
CRS Courses — Advance Toward Your CRS Designation
Wednesday, Oct. 7 | Instructor: Kim Cameron
Two CRS-eligible courses are on offer Wednesday, giving members working toward their Certified Residential Specialist designation a chance to earn hours right alongside convention events:
- Leads and Listings (4 CE) | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Limelight C
- AI in Real Estate (4 CE) | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Sawtooth Room
Kim Cameron brings cutting-edge expertise to both sessions — whether you’re focused on building your pipeline or integrating AI tools into your daily practice, these courses deliver practical skills you can put to work immediately.
Winning Negotiations: Re-imagining the Modern Agent | 4 CE
Tuesday, Oct. 6 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Limelight C | Instructor: Rich Sands
In today’s market, negotiation is everything. Rich Sands — international presenter, CRS instructor, and one of the most in-demand real estate trainers in the country — delivers a course packed with strategies for creating and closing successful transactions. Learn to read different personality types, manage high-stakes emotions, and advocate effectively for your clients.
IHFA Course | 3 CE
Tuesday, Oct. 6 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Columbine Room | Instructors: Rita Aafedt & John Laca
Down payment assistance and affordable financing options are among the most powerful tools you can offer first-time buyers. Idaho Housing’s Rita Aafedt and John Laca walk through the loan programs, down payment and closing cost assistance, and homebuyer education resources available to your clients right now. Free CE and directly applicable to your business — this one is hard to pass up.
Professionalism in Practice (IRIS) | 4 CE
Wednesday, Oct. 7 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Limelight A
The Idaho REALTORS® Integrity Seal (IRIS) sets a higher standard for professionalism in Idaho real estate. This course is your opportunity to deepen your understanding of what that commitment means in practice — and to stand out to clients who are looking for an agent they can trust.
Catch Me If You Can: Fraud in Real Estate | 3 CE
Tuesday, Oct. 6 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Limelight C | Instructor: Ophelie Montgomery
Fraud in real estate is a growing threat. Idaho REALTOR® of the Year and Designated Broker Ophelie Montgomery breaks down the most common schemes targeting buyers, sellers, and agents — and gives you the tools to spot red flags and protect your transactions before they go sideways.
Home Insurance Education for Real Estate Professionals | 2 CE
Thursday, Oct. 8 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Columbine Room | Instructor: Renae Goodwin
Insurance issues are affecting transactions across Idaho. Renae Goodwin — 30 years in the industry and one of the state’s leading private risk management specialists — covers what every agent needs to know about how insurance affects the buying process, what factors impact your clients’ ability to get coverage, and where the market is headed.
Why Register Before June 30th?
- Lowest Price of 2026 — The Early Bird rate expires Tuesday. After June 30th, prices increase.
- All-Access Pass — Early Bird Registration gets you into all convention events, classes, and CE opportunities — including both GRI courses.
Browse the full tentative schedule and meet your speakers →
Please visit the link above to receive Idaho REALTORS® group rates at the Sun Valley Resort. We can’t wait to see you in October!
