Register for May 2024 Courses
May 8th-9th
GRI 101 – Taxation & Investment Property; Tax & Self-Employed
Hosted at Coeur d’Alene Regional REALTORS®, Coeur d’Alene ID
GRI 101 Taxation and Investment is a crucial course for REALTORS®, covering key tax-related issues. It includes the latest updates on deductibility of real estate taxes for primary residences, changes in mortgage and home equity loan interest deductibility due to 2017 tax reforms, and revisions to IRC 1031 Exchange tax rules. The course also addresses how these changes affect deductions for real estate investment properties, vital knowledge for REALTORS® to assist their clients and manage their own finances. Additionally, GRI 101 offers strategies for buying, holding, and selling investment real estate and outlines major tax deductions for self-employed individuals, including the new 20% Qualified Business Income Deduction available from 2018.
May 13th-14th
Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Certification Course
Hosted at Boise Regional REALTORS, Meridian ID
The Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification is designed for real estate professionals aiming to enhance their negotiation skills. This program equips REALTORS® with advanced techniques and tools to become effective negotiators on behalf of their clients. Benefits of this certification include improved negotiation skills, insights into underlying issues in negotiations, strategies to deal with various personalities and situations, and the ability to navigate through the different objectives of parties involved in a transaction. It’s an ideal program for those in real estate looking to become adept at handling complex negotiation scenarios.
This course is brought to you in partnership between Idaho REALTORS® and Boise Regional REALTORS®.
May 21st-22nd
GRI 201 – Business Planning & Technology; Sales & Marketing
Hosted at Pioneer Title Company, Boise ID
The GRI 201 course, led by Rich Sands, MS, CRS, is a comprehensive program divided into two key segments: Business Planning & Technology and Sales & Marketing. In the Business Planning & Technology section, participants will learn to develop a business plan tailored to their individual style and goals, exploring the latest technology and media tools to enhance communication and efficiency in their business operations. The Sales & Marketing segment focuses on identifying new business sources by understanding consumer needs and cultural differences. It covers specialization, expertise, and resources, aiming to improve interactions with buyers and sellers. Participants will also learn to craft effective marketing strategies targeting specific consumer demands, and develop counseling techniques for client needs. The course concludes with strategies for securing repeat and referral business, equipping participants with a well-rounded skill set for success in real estate.
