NC REALTORS®

Commercial | Tax Deferred 1031 Exchanges
2025-08-08 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Please note: The Tax Deferred 1031 Exchanges virtual course is held on 4 non-consecutive days: August 8, 15, 22 and 29.
Impress clients by showing them how the tax-deferred benefits of 1031 exchanges allow them to trade up as their needs change. Learn how to identify 1031 opportunities, explain their advantages and put them into action. Plus, you’ll earn credit toward the Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) designation.

Webinar | The Power of Accurate Data: Why Quality MLS Input Matters for Brokers & Appraisers
2025-08-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Join us for the timely discussion on the importance of “The Power of Accurate Data”. Our esteemed panel of real estate professionals will examine the critical role of data quality and its impact on buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, brokers, and appraisers across the industry.
Moderator: Vic Knight
Panelists:

Stacey Anfindsen
Miriam Baer
Matt Fowler
Doug King

Partner Webinar | Why Buyers Struggle to Say Yes—and the “ReDesign Link” Agents Are Using to Change That Fast
2025-07-31 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Today’s homebuyers expect more—and now you can give it to them.
In this exclusive NCAR training, you’ll discover how you can use a simple “ReDesign Link” to let anyone in your market personally redesign any home you list or show—using real products, in real time, right from their phone. So you can turn any listing into their personalized dream home in seconds.
And best of all? Every redesign puts your name front and center—generating leads and referrals for you on autopilot.
Learn how top agents are turning hesitant buyers into faster closings, viral referrals, and up to 3x more deals—with this one simple, yet powerful strategy.

Appraisal | Learn How Appraiser REALTORS® Are Leaders at NAR
2025-07-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Common misperceptions abound about the role appraisers play as members of NAR. It is true that many appraisers became members of NAR in order to gain access to their local MLS, and appraisers comprise a minority of overall NAR membership. However, their perspectives and expertise add depth and help shape NAR, and opportunities for leadership, collaboration, and more are available at the local, state and national levels.
But how does an appraiser get started with involvement? How can appraisers feel like they belong? And what do appraisers gain with their work with NAR?
Join NAR for a conversation with five of the many appraiser REALTORS® in leadership positions throughout the organization, as they share how they got involved, what they’ve been able to accomplish, why other appraisers should get involved, and how.

Partner Webinar | 10X Your Social Media Reach with A.I. Video: A Simpler Way to Attract Leads
2025-07-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
This training gives you a front-row seat to the exact A.I. tools real agents are using to simplify their marketing and multiply their lead generation.
Join Roomvu to:

Cut your content creation time
Deliver personalized messaging at scale
Finally feel in control of your social media presence

Event | Regional AE Conference
2025-07-19 00:00 - 2025-07-22 23:59 | Hotel Ballast, 301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC, 28401
Targeting local association executives in the Southeast, this annual event is a forum to share what is happening at the national and state levels and how issues and opportunities impact members at the local level. This event provides association executives, from CEOs to directors to managers, epic opportunities to network with their peers from other associations. Attendance at this event offers an estimated 16 hours of Professional Development Training that will count towards Core Standards requirements. The event is hosted by the NC REALTORS® and the Georgia REALTORS® and rotates between the two states.

Questions? Contact NC REALTORS® at events@ncrealtors.org.

In-Person | Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing
2025-07-16 09:00 - 13:00 | Jacksonville Board of REALTORS®, 200 Preston Rd Ste 100, Jacksonville, North Carolina, 28540
Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing helps interrupt stereotypical thinking to avoid fair housing pitfalls and provide equal professional service. Participants will examine the history of bias in real estate, learn about the mind science of identity, study how implicit bias can result in fair housing violations and engage in interactive exercises to enhance communication skills and business relationships with clients of all backgrounds.

Hosted by: Jacksonville Board of REALTORS®
This class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE
Registration (No CE): $20
Registration (with CE): $30

Presented by

Tikola McCree

Tikola McCree is a dedicated real estate professional with North Group Real Estate in the Greater Charlotte Area and a proud soccer mom to her 16-year-old son. With nearly two decades in education, she has trained young artists and scholars, shaping her passion for mentorship and community empowerment.
A graduate of Rutgers University and Sarah Lawrence College, Tikola holds certifications in administration, special education, and movement for students with disabilities. She actively champions fair housing and diversity, serving as the 2024 Chair of the NC REALTORS® Diversity Committee, 2025 Vice Chair and 2026 Chair of the NAR Fair Housing Policy Committee, and President of the Charlotte Crown REALTIST Association (2022-2024). She also serves on the Canopy MLS Board of Directors and is part of NAR’s 2024 Leadership Academy.
Committed to fostering generational wealth, Tikola educates agents nationwide on serving diverse communities and the impact of policy on the industry, making her a leading voice in real estate advocacy and inclusion.

Webinar | Dr. Yun's Market Outlook
2025-07-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
He’s one of the most trusted voices in real estate—don’t miss your chance to hear from Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at NAR, as he shares a timely economic update focused specifically on North Carolina. He’ll cover key housing trends, shifts in buyer behavior, interest rates, and what REALTORS® should be watching in the months ahead.

Mobile Mondays | July Forms Changes
2025-07-07 13:00 - 13:30 | Facebook
Get the Latest on July 1 Form Changes
Important updates to several NC REALTORS® forms will take effect on July 1. These changes impact residential, commercial and property management forms. To help you understand what is changing and how it may affect your business, join NC REALTORS® General Counsel John Wait on Monday, July 7 at 1PM for a live session in the NC REALTORS® Mobile Mondays Facebook Group. He will provide an overview of the updates and answer a few questions from members during the session.
Join the Facebook Group (You must answer three questions before being approved.)

Presented by

John Wait
General Counsel

NC REALTORS®

John Wait joined NC REALTORS® in 2015. He previously worked solo at his own firm and clerked for several judges at the North Carolina Court of Appeals. When he’s not answering Hotline questions, he practices law at Martin & Gifford and enjoys playing soccer, mountain biking, road cycling, triathlons, and spending time with his family.
You can find John on:

Website

Office Closed - Independence Day
2025-07-04 08:30 - 17:00
The NC REALTORS® offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day.

Appraisal | Agent-Appraiser Communication: Best Practices for Optimal Appraisal Results Webinar
2025-06-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Clear, accurate, and relevant communication with the appraiser is key to an agent’s support of their client and helping ensure a credible appraisal. Agents can, and should, provide factual data that may not be readily available to the appraiser. But what are the appropriate ways that agents can communicate with appraisers? When should this communication take place? What types of information should agents provide? And how can agents assist their clients initiate a reconsideration of value if there are errors in the appraisal?
Join NAR for this conversation with E’Toile O’Rear-Libbett, 2025 Chair of NAR’s Fair Housing Committee, and Maureen Sweeney, Chair of the Real Property Valuation Committee, as they discuss breaking down communication barriers between appraisers and agents.

Partner Webinar | Simplify Your Social Media with AI: A Game-Changer for Real Estate Professionals
2025-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Overwhelmed by Social Media? We Make It Simple! Traditional marketing and client engagement methods are evolving fast. Join our online training to discover cutting-edge A.I. strategies that save time, generate quality leads, and enhance client interactions. In this training session, we will review your profiles and provide insights and recommendations to enhance your online presence.

Appraisal | North Carolina Appraisal Board Meeting
2025-06-24 09:00 - 17:00 | North Carolina Appraisal Board, 5830 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC, 27609
More information at https://www.ncappraisalboard.org/about/meeting.htm

Mobile Mondays | NCDOL Updates on Human Trafficking Training Requirements
2025-06-23 13:00 - 13:30 | Facebook
Join us for an important update on the North Carolina Department of Labor’s Human Trafficking training requirements outlined in HB 973, which goes into effect July 1. We’ll discuss the newly posted list of approved training providers, explain who must comply, and share tips for staying ahead of the curve. Whether you’re in hospitality, property management, or any affected industry, this session will help ensure your team is informed and compliant.
Speaker: Pamela Greene
Join the Facebook Group (You must answer three questions before being approved.)

Office Closed - Juneteenth
2025-06-19 08:30 - 17:00
The NC REALTORS® offices will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

Webinar | Forms Update
2025-06-17 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
Major contract and disclosure changes are here—and ignoring them could put your license and clients at risk. In this critical update, NC REALTORS® General Counsel John Wait breaks down the most impactful form revisions you must understand before writing your next offer. From legal landmines to revised timelines, this session covers what’s new, what’s changed, and what could cost you if you’re not careful. Attendance isn’t just recommended—it’s essential.

Presented by

John Wait
General Counsel

NC REALTORS®

John Wait joined NC REALTORS® in 2015. He previously worked solo at his own firm and clerked for several judges at the North Carolina Court of Appeals. When he’s not answering Hotline questions, he practices law at Martin & Gifford and enjoys playing soccer, mountain biking, road cycling, triathlons, and spending time with his family.
You can find John on:

Website

Virtual | NC REALTORS® Business & Committee Meetings
2025-06-10 09:00 - 2025-06-13 12:00 | Virtual
Our committee meetings play a crucial role in driving key initiatives and making informed decisions for the betterment of the industry. These meetings provide a forum for members to discuss important issues, propose solutions and collaborate on projects that significantly impact real estate in North Carolina.
Registration launches April 23, 2025
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Virtual | Legal Risks in Real Estate
2025-06-04 09:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Real estate is risky business! That’s why you need all the right tools and information to manage the risks. This protects you, your livelihood and your clients. The focus of this class is to help you develop, implement, recognize and monitor plans to address issues long before problems arise that could put your business in jeopardy. Learn about critical aspects of Federal and State law including fair housing, license, risk management and agency.

This class provides the following credit: 4 hours CE & GRI designation
Member Registration (with CE): $70.00
Non-Member Registration (with CE): $80.00
Member Registration (No CE): $60.00
Non-Member Registration (No CE): $70.00

Presented by

John Wait
General Counsel

NC REALTORS®

John Wait joined NC REALTORS® in 2015. He previously worked solo at his own firm and clerked for several judges at the North Carolina Court of Appeals. When he’s not answering Hotline questions, he practices law at Martin & Gifford and enjoys playing soccer, mountain biking, road cycling, triathlons, and spending time with his family.
You can find John on:

Website

Commercial | Forecasting the Future: Economic Trends and Outlook in Commercial Real Estate
2025-05-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Understanding the economic landscape is more than just market awareness—it’s a strategic advantage.
Join The CCIM Institute for a forward-looking virtual session featuring Steig Seaward, Senior Director of National Research at Colliers. This timely presentation will unpack the macroeconomic indicators shaping performance across property sectors.
What You’ll Learn:

Interpret the impact of inflation, interest rates, labor shifts, and global trade
Evaluate sector-specific risks across office, industrial, retail, and multifamily
Discover insights to guide your strategy in today’s complex market climate

*This online session is recorded and will be available for download at the end of the course.
Instructors:
Steig Seaward
Tuition:
$29 for CCIM Institute members
$39 for REALTORS®
$49 for non-members

Partner Webinar | Agents Using A.I. Videos Are Getting 10X More Impressions, Are You?
2025-05-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Overwhelmed by Social Media? Roomvu Makes It Simple!
Traditional marketing and client engagement methods are evolving fast. Join Roomvu online training on May 28 at 1 PM to discover cutting-edge A.I. strategies that save time, generate quality leads, and enhance client interactions.
Learn how to:

Automate responses
Create compelling content
Personalize communication at scale.

Use the power of AI to generate high-quality content and attract hot leads! See how AI can transform your social media strategy.

Commercial | Exploring Advanced RPR Commercial Tools: Site Selection, Comps and Valuation Strategies
2025-05-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
In this advanced RPR commercial class, you’ll explore creative ways to utilize RPR to meet the needs of your demanding commercial clients. Whether you are trying to help a client find the optimal location for their business, searching for commercial comps or looking to help investors, RPR has tools to help!
Two dates available:

May 28 at 12pm
June 25 at 2pm

Office Closed - Memorial Day
2025-05-26 08:30 - 17:00
The NC REALTORS® offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

DEI | HPRAR Cultural Potluck
2025-05-22 12:00 - 13:30 | High Point Regional Association of REALTORS®, 1830 Eastchester Dr, High Point, NC, 27265
Special Guests include: Cyril Jefferson, Mayor for the City of High Point and Keri Epps-Rashad, NC REALTORS® Director of Strategic Partnerships and Diversity Advocacy.
Come together with friends, family, and Real Estate Association Neighbors for an unforgettable cultural potluck event filled with laughter, connection, and mouthwatering dishes, hosted by the HPRAR Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee.
Questions? Contact the High Point Regional Association of REALTORS® at 336.889.8181 or info@hprar.org.

DEI | DRAR DEI Committee Meeting
2025-05-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Durham Regional Association of REALTORS®, 4236 University Drive, Durham, NC, 27707
In recognition of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, guest speaker Hannah Chan will discuss her call to give back—to honor those who paved the way, to protect the industry that gave her a voice, and to help create a future where every REALTOR®, no matter their background, has the opportunity to thrive and lead.
All DRAR members are invited to attend.
REGISTER
Questions? Contact the Durham Regional Association of REALTORS® at 919.403.2117.

Webinar | Beyond the Deadline: Tax Planning for a Profitable 2025
2025-05-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Ready to make tax season work for you? Join us for a free, high-impact session with tax expert Greg Antipoff, who will share practical strategies to help REALTORS® save more, reduce stress, and boost income in 2025.
Don’t miss it—your business (and bank account) will thank you.

Presented by

Gregory Antipoff
Tax Strategist; The Real Estate Accountant

Greg Antipoff is a certified public accountant (CPA) and a real estate tax strategist. He is affectionately known as The Real Estate Accountant, dedicated to helping real estate agents keep more of what they earn. Greg achieves this by walking agents through his signature “Financial EKG: Earn, Keep, Grow” framework. With so much emphasis already being placed on how agents can “Earn” more, he chooses to focus on helping agents “Keep” and “Grow” what they earn. Greg’s knack for making tax and accounting topics easy to understand and humorous leaves agents educated, entertained and ready to take action.
Greg operates a tax and accounting firm dedicated to helping real estate agents keep more of their hard earned money through financial education and tax planning.
At home in Connecticut, Greg is a Husband, Father of two young daughters, Chief-Stick-Thrower to an energetic Labradoodle, former REALTOR® and Firefighter/EMT.

Virtual | Military Relocation Professional (MRP) Course
2025-05-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
North Carolina has high levels of service members throughout the state. As an NC REALTOR®, it’s important to know that there are special housing benefits and solutions for current and former military service members. By taking this course, you will be well versed in these opportunities and qualify for NAR’s Military Relocation Professional Certification.

This class provides the following credit: 4 Hours of Elective CE
Member: $100
Member (with CE): $110
Non-Member: $130
Non-Member (with CE): $140
Audit (must have MRP certification): $30 plus CE

Presented by

Jimmy Vercellino

Jimmy Vercellino is a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, but at the age of 18, he made the decision to defend his country and leave home.
During his time in the Marine Corps, he traveled across the world visiting countries such as Japan, Korea, Thailand, Australia, and Singapore.
Jimmy met his wife Sylvia while stationed in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, and they decided to relocate to Arizona in 2005. He moved to Phoenix with goals and aspirations of beginning a new career in the mortgage industry.
As he pursued his new career, he quickly realized there was a major deficiency and lack of home loan services for veterans. There were no mortgage professionals who specialized in working alongside servicemen and women after they returned from the military: nobody who spoke their language nor understood their needs.
Without hesitation, he devoted himself to the Veteran home buyers and their families in the Phoenix area. His mission was to serve all veterans and active-duty military as a trusted advisor for all their VA Home Loan financing needs. He has always had great love, respect, and admiration for veterans who have served the United States and he wanted to give back.
Now, Jimmy has risen as one of the country’s top VA Home Loan mortgage originators. Being a licensed and certified instructor with the Arizona Department of Real Estate, he proudly teaches continuing education for real estate professionals in the Valley. It is his passion to partner with servicemen and women every day to help them find the home of their dreams in the country they call home.
He now lives in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona, and enjoys spending time with his wife Sylvia, daughter Sylvia Ann, and son Christian.

Appraisal | Appraisal Institute Legislative Day
2025-05-14 09:00 - 2025-05-15 17:00 | The Westin DC Downtown, 999 9th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20001
Legislative Day will culminate in a dynamic day and a half of policy education, grassroots advocacy, and unparalleled networking opportunities. During Legislative Day, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Engage directly with Capitol Hill staff on critical public policy issues affecting appraisers, including appraisal waivers, hybrid appraisals, property data collectors, appraisal management companies, and more.
Advocate for meaningful change that supports and strengthens the appraisal profession.
Network with peers from across the country and build lasting professional connections

Registration fee $150.00
Book Your Hotel Accommodations
Questions? Contact: customerservice@appraisalinstitute.org

In-person | At Home With Diversity
2025-05-13 08:00 - 16:30 | Greensboro Regional REALTORS® Association, 23 Oak Branch Drive, Greensboro, NC, 27407
AHWD is an NAR certification program designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry. The At Home with Diversity course addresses the topics of diversity, fair housing and business planning development. After successfully completing the course, REALTORS® are eligible to apply for the official AHWD certification, which conveys to clients they’re working with a dynamic real estate professional with expertise that transcends cultural barriers. AHWD Certification Requirements

Hosted by: Greensboro Regional REALTORS® Association
This class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE
Registration (with CE): $53

Presented by

Ayesha Richardson

Born in NJ but bred in the Tarheel State, Ayesha Mintor Richardson has been in the real estate industry since 2009. She has been teaching and coaching agents since 2011 and has been approved for pre-licensing, post licensing, and continuing education with the NC Real Estate Commission since 2017. Ayesha is a full-time practicing broker with Keller Williams Realty in Greensboro, NC, leading the local partners of Carolina Expansion Partners group and coaches their agents across North and South Carolina. She’s been a NAR SPIRE mentor, served with the High Point Regional Association of REALTORS® and NC REALTORS®. She graduated from the Central Carolina Leadership academy, Leadership High Point and from the The William C. Bass Leadership Academy. Currently, Ayesha is president of the Women’s council of REALTORS® Carolina Dogwood Network and President-Elect of NCR Housing Foundation.
Ayesha & Kelly are dog parents to Gannicus The Great who is the goodest boy of all the good boys (just ask him). They’ve been married for 17 years and are servants with St. Peter’s Church & World Outreach Center in Winston-Salem.
Ayesha is the education director and lead instructor of Edify RE. This education provider offers prelicensing, post licensing and continuing education. Education doesn’t have to be boring and with Ayesha, it’s more of “EduTainment” – we must be here for the allotted number of hours, let’s laugh a little bit while we’re together. Let’s face it, you can read material and be bored at home by yourself.
Ayesha has a goal of making home ownership attainable for everyone that wants it. She’s passionate about education and empowerment of individuals and communities. She has earned ABR, AHWD & C2EX endorsements and encourages others to get involved in programs that will help the greater good attain the dream of building wealth via property ownership.

In-Person | Financing in Today’s Market
2025-05-06 13:00 - 17:00 | High Point Regional Association of REALTORS®, 1830 Eastchester Dr, High Point, NC, 27265
Don’t just open doors for your clients, help them walk through it by best representing their needs -Including financing options! As a broker, you need to be the expert in ALL aspects of the home-buying process, including the best financing and down payment options. Give your client the top-notch service they deserve and start winning those deals.

Lunch provided
This class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE & GRI designation
Member Registration (with CE): $50
Non-Member Registration (with CE): $60

Presented by

Jane Cavanagh
Instructor

That’s My Instructor

Jane Cavanagh is both an Instructor at That’s My Instructor, and a Mortgage Loan Officer with more than thirty years of industry experience, specializing in First Time Home Buyer loan origination for all kinds of residential real property loans.
She was born and raised in Wilmington, North Carolina, but she hasn’t let that stop her from calling all parts of North Carolina home, from Greenville, New Bern, Washington, and Raleigh, all the way to West Jefferson.
You may also remember Jane as the Education Coordinator for the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency where she taught real estate brokers and mortgage lenders Financing Dreams and other CE and GRI classes for more than a decade.

DEI | GRRA MOSAIC – Diversity & Inclusion Connection Meeting
2025-05-05 15:00 - 17:00 | Kiosco Mexican Grill, 3011 Spring Garden St, Greensboro, NC, 27403
Guest Speaker: Senator Michael Garrett, a Greensboro native and resident.
Please plan on arriving at the restaurant shortly before 3:00 pm, and the review/meeting will be from 3-3:30. At that time, Senator Garrett will arrive and there will be an open forum. He will speak on the current state as he sees it, of DEI in NC followed by the chance to ask any questions or voice any concerns you may have. To save time, please have your questions prepared, and ready to ask. The forum will last for an hour, and hopefully everyone’s questions/concerns will be answered and addressed.
Everyone is on their own for food and drinks, so please order before Mr. Garrett arrives so he won’t be interrupted.
Thank you for your time and service on the committee.
Questions? Contact Barbara Gilliland at 336.854.5868.
