Please join us for Friendsgiving + Holiday Card Workshop! We will spend time together, write our holiday cards, and have a potluck!

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How can agents create a business plan they actually want to follow through on ALL YEAR LONG?

This class helps agents take a personalized approach to reaching their 2024 goals. In this class we will conduct an audit of what is and isn’t working in our business. After walking through a sample business plan we’ll push past the numbers to the reason underneath their goals. Finishing by creating individualized prospecting strategies agents are energized and excited to follow through with all year long.

Join the West Ways Lending Team every 2nd Wednesday at 9:30am as they share the lending process, products, and answer all of your questions on all things lending!

How can agents create a business plan they actually want to follow through on ALL YEAR LONG?

This class helps agents take a personalized approach to reaching their 2024 goals. In this class we will conduct an audit of what is and isn’t working in our business. After walking through a sample business plan we’ll push past the numbers to the reason underneath their goals. Finishing by creating individualized prospecting strategies agents are energized and excited to follow through with all year long.

INSTRUCTOR: Mickey Sanders

WHEN: Tuesday | November 19, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

WHERE: Virtual, hosted through Zoom

WHY: Realtors® are required to complete ethics training within three-year cycles. The training must meet specific learning objectives and criteria established by the National Association of Realtors®. A new three-year cycle began January 1, 2022. The deadline for this cycle is December 31, 2024.

PRICE: Realtor® $45 | Non-Realtor® $65

DMAR donates $1 from every ticket sold for PEAK courses* to our charitable foundation, DMAR Gives which provides disaster relief funds and annual donations to housing-related 501(c)(3) non-profit charity organizations. *Designation/certification courses and complimentary classes are not included.

CE CREDITS: 4 (In order to receive CE credits, you must: have video capability, have video on and be visible for the duration of the class. You may not drive, show homes or participate in any distractions during class. CE credits will not be given to those who fail to follow these guidelines.)

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Each deal you work on is different.  Learn the purpose of each blank and box in the

Colorado contract to maximize the tremendous flexibility and sophistication of the form.

After completing this class, you will have more confidence:

·    Explaining the form to your clients;

·    Completing the form;

·    Understanding offers from the other side;

·    Writing counter-proposals; and

·    Putting together “win-win” deals. 

If you are wanting a better understanding of the Contract to Buy and Sell, then this is the

class for you!

Date: Monday - November 18, 2024

Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location:  Virtual Classroom

Cost: $40

CE Credits: 3

Instructor: Attorney Jordan May

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Join us to check out West + Main’s newest and coolest properties!

RSVP in slack or contact Rylie at rylie@westandmainhomes.com for more details.

Whether negotiation comes naturally to you or not, you will learn that with the right guidance and mindset, anyone can sharpen their negotiation skills and achieve remarkable results.

Topics covered:

·    Commission structures under pressure

·    Informed and empowered consumers

·    Increased competition among agents

·    Market shifts and pricing sensitivity

·    Legal and contractual complexities

·    Trust and relationship building

Date: Thursday - November 14, 2024

Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location:  Virtual Classroom

Cost: $40

CE Credits: 3

Instructor: Attorney Jon Goodman

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Bring your coffee and join Managing Brokers Alex Swanson, Kari Lundberg, and Joy Opp for a Coffee and Contract Question session, every month on the second Wednesday!

This will be a great opportunity to have some dedicated time with your managing brokers to answer any and all of your contract and transaction related questions, talk strategy, negotiations, rules and regulations...anything and everything! We'll sip some java, talk real estate and help each other rise to the challenges of this changing market. See you there!!!

Students will learn the difference between exempt and non-exempt wells, different types of wells, where to locate well information, handling

INSTRUCTOR: Doug Barber

WHEN: Wednesday | November 13, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

WHERE: Virtual, hosted through Zoom

WHY: Students will learn how to advise clients regarding propane, and how to ensure that propane issues are adequately handled in contracts and on settlement statements

Students will learn about how septic systems work, how to determine if special septic regulations apply, and obtain information on inspecting systems. Students will understand what a water right is, the differences between water-related rights. They will also learn about how to ensure these rights are transferred properly at closing.

This course has Employing Broker Approval Rule A-27 (B)(3)

PRICE: Realtor® $32 |Non-Realtor® $48

DMAR donates $1 from every ticket sold for PEAK courses* to our charitable foundation, DMAR Gives which provides disaster relief funds and annual donations to housing-related 501(c)(3) non-profit charity organizations. *Designation/certification courses and complimentary classes are not included.

CE CREDITS: 2 (In order to receive CE credits, you must: have video capability, have video on and be visible for the duration of the class. You may not drive, show homes or participate in any distractions during class. CE credits will not be given to those who fail to follow these guidelines.)

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Megan Aller with First American Title is back with an all-new Market Stats Update! Join us for a fresh take on up-to-date market data and how you can apply it to your Real Estate business, communicate it to your clients, and predict what might be on the horizon in Denver Metro's housing market!

Have questions about the Market Update? Email West + Main Homes.

Learn how to solve problems property...after the Contract is signed!

Learn how to effectively navigate objections, terminations, and inspections. Jordan will guide you through the mechanics of these complex issues and teach you how to maximize objections as a negotiation strategy.

This class also covers compliance related to inspection resolutions, resolutions, and amend/extend, ensuring you have a thorough understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements involved in solving real estate problems.

You will gain the confidence you need to effectively navigate any problems that arise after the contract is signed. Don't miss the opportunity to become a master problem-solver in the real estate world.

Date: Tuesday - November 12, 2024

Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location:  Virtual Classroom

Cost: $40

CE Credits: 3

Instructor: Attorney Jon Goodman

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The latest updates and developments we are facing as an industry + company.

West + Main Agents Only.

Divorce can significantly impact real estate decisions, presenting unique challenges for all involved parties.

In this class we delve into the intricate world of real estate transactions within divorce situations. We discuss how to navigate these sensitive circumstances with empathy and expertise.

Date: Friday - November 8, 2024

Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Location: virtual classroom

Cost: $20

CE Credits: 2

Instructor: Robert Passafiume, Certified Divorce Specialist

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NoCo Social - November 7th at Union!  Join your fellow W+Mers for a few minutes of festivities and fun.

Legacy Building through Estate Planning.

We will discuss various methodologies of proper Estate Planning to build and protect legacy assets (specifically Real Estate) in order to care for your loved ones in the event of death or incapacity.

Topics include:

·    Defining an Estate and a Legacy

·    Intestacy + Probate

·    Will vs a Pour Over Will

·    Types of Trusts: Revocable + Irrevocable

·    Trust and LLC combinations

·    Probate Avoidance vs Asset + Creditor Protection

·    How to Protect Minor Children in the event of Death or Incapacity

Date: Wednesday - November 6, 2024

Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location: virtual classroom

Cost: $20

CE Credits: 2

Instructor: Stephen Villanueva

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It’s that time!

Join Kathleen Barlow and Kevin Bolin for a West + Main agent social on November 5th from 4-6pm! Grab a snack or a drink at Olde Town Tavern in Littleton and catch up (or meet) some of your colleagues! #FunIsGuaranteed

Tune in for the latest updates and developments we are facing as an industry + company.

West + Main Agents Only.

Take the guesswork out of writing listing descriptions and learn my tried-and-true process for crafting descriptions that will ensure your listings (and your real estate business!) shine online.

Whether you're struggling with inspiration or simply unsure of what to say, the strategies I share in this webinar will help you confidently write about your next listing. One of the wonderful things about crafting listing remarks you’re proud of is that you can also repurpose your writing for a variety of other types of marketing, maximizing your time and effort. 

In this webinar taught by Alyssa Christensen of Home Scribe Creative, you will learn how to:

• Write an engaging listing description that highlights the property's most valuable features

• Take a strategic approach to brainstorming 

• Find inspiration even when your listing feels… let’s say, less exciting ;-)

• Repurpose your writing for various types of marketing collateral 

… and more! 

To explore more Home Scribe Creative webinars, visit https://www.homescribecreative.com/webinars

• This webinar is 1 hour long. featuring 45 minutes of instruction followed by 15 minutes of Q&A.

• This webinar is hosted on Zoom and will be recorded.

Cost: $50.00

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Are you tired of using generic contracts that don’t adequately protect your clients’ interests?

This class will teach you how to draft additional provisions that can help you negotiate better deals, protect your clients, and avoid legal issues.

Some contingencies:

· Fit one buyer, but not another

· Work for a buyer but not the seller

· Fit the seller’s needs but not the buyer’s

· Are more complicated than just using the blanks in the State contract to achieve the same goal.

Learn how to:

1. Identify situations where additional provisions and addenda help your client and avoid situations where they hurt.

2. Evaluate the language other brokers present to you.

3. Choose or draft your own additional provisions.

Cost: $40.00

3 CE Credits

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Financial acumen is a cornerstone of success in the real estate profession.

This specialized continuing education course delves deep into the realm of understanding money, empowering real estate professionals to make informed financial decisions for themselves and their clients. Whether it's managing personal finances, comprehending mortgage options, or analyzing investment opportunities, this course equips Realtors with the financial knowledge and skills needed to excel in today's dynamic real estate market.

This course will provide real estate brokers with a basic understanding of both familiar and some not so familiar financial tools that when utilized and leveraged properly can help their clients purchase real estate investments with minimal taxation. Additionally, this course will educate employing brokers with the necessary understanding of basic financial principles that will help their brokers manage and invest money wisely for their own personal retirement as well as help brokers talk intelligently to their clients about the best ways to invest money to purchase more real estate.

Cost: $20.00

2 CE Credits

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Vacant land and acreage properties are a unique real estate specialty that requires specialized professional education and competency.

By taking this course real estate professionals can become land and acreage experts. The curriculum of this course includes:

• How does a ranch sale differ from a crop land sale?

• In what ways do soil types affect land use?

• Where are the best resources for land information?

• How do land specialists use aerial photography and mapping and location systems?

• How does the USDA work with land owners?

• What are the impacts of water rights and related government regulations?

• What are the water and waste water issues/options?

The purpose of this course is to educate students on the myriad of issues that affect land and acreage properties.

Cost: $40.00

4 CE Credits

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The latest updates and developments we are facing as an industry + company.

West + Main Agents Only.

Vacant land and acreage properties are a unique real estate specialty that requires specialized professional education and competency.

By taking this course real estate professionals can become land and acreage experts. The curriculum of this course includes:

• How does a ranch sale differ from a crop land sale?

• In what ways do soil types affect land use?

• Where are the best resources for land information?

• How do land specialists use aerial photography and mapping and location systems?

• How does the USDA work with land owners?

• What are the impacts of water rights and related government regulations?

• What are the water and waste water issues/options?

The purpose of this course is to educate students on the myriad of issues that affect land and acreage properties.

Cost: $40.00

4 CE Credits

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In today’s competitive real estate market, having a strong online presence is no longer optional—it’s essential.

This presentation is designed to empower real estate professionals to harness the power of social media to build influence, generate leads, and establish themselves as trusted experts in their local markets.

Objectives:

• Understand the importance of local influence in the real estate industry.

• Learn strategies to leverage social media for targeted, community-focused marketing.

• Master content creation techniques that resonate with local audiences.

• Develop a personalized social media strategy to enhance local visibility and engagement.

By mastering social media, realtors can go beyond just selling homes—they can build lasting relationships, become trusted community figures, and gain a competitive edge in their local markets. This presentation will equip you with the tools and strategies needed to establish and grow your influence through social media.

Cost: Complimentary

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