LIVE CLASSROOM & LIVE VIDEO CONFERENCING (via Zoom) Course Catalog
Agency, Broker Management, Contracts, Ethics, General, Law & Legislation, & Risk Reduction
AGENCY – NEW COURSE
AS-IS
CE.7045000-RE 3 Hrs. Agency
The purpose of an “as is” clause disclaimer is generally to force the buyer to perform and rely upon their own due diligence, rather than upon the seller’s representations, in determining whether or not to purchase the property. However, under Nevada real estate law the seller of residential property has an obligation to “disclose any and all known conditions and aspects of the property which materially affect the value or use of residential property in an adverse manner.” (see NRS 113.130 and 113.140). Does the As-Is clause shield the seller and licensees from liability?
BUYER AGENCY IN NEW HOME SALES
CE.6938000-RE 3 Hrs. Agency or “Elective” CE Credits
What is the role, relationship, and benefit of a buyer’s agent in the sale of a new home? Are you more than just the “procuring cause”? Are you fulfilling the Duties Owed by a Nevada Real Estate Licensee or are you a simply a referring agent?
DISCLOSURE
Learn to identify the why, when, who, how, and what of disclosures. A discussion of general and specific disclosure requirements concerning agency, the transaction, and the property.
FIDUCIARY DUTIES
CE.4163000-RE 3 Hrs. Agency or “Elective” CE Credits
An examination of Nevada laws and regulations, applicable federal statutes and regulations, and case law that govern the licensee and the real estate transaction. This course is an adaptation of Chapter II of the Nevada Law & Reference Guide: A Legal Resource Guide for Nevada Real Estate Licensees 4th Ed. (Permission granted by the Education Section of the Nevada Real Estate Division).
CONTRACTS
THE RESIDENTIAL PURCHASE AGREEMENT ~ BRAND NEW
CE.6712000-RE 3 Hrs. Contracts
This class is the “bread and butter” of the business! You can never learn too much about contracts! Learn how to prepare and structure your contracts to increase the likelihood of an accepted offer, reduce the likelihood of any misunderstandings, enable you to close more escrows, and reduce liability to all parties. An analysis of portions of the Residential Purchase Agreement.
Note: You can take this class again if you’ve already taken it because it has a BRAND NEW CE
(the old one was CE.5602000-RE). This course has been revised and changed!
AVOIDING EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT DISPUTES
CE.6937000-RE 3 Hrs. Contracts or “Elective” CE Credits
Explore the danger mines which often leads to disputes through an analysis of the many specified areas of The Residential Purchase Agreement. An emphasis on the risk to “EMD” as well as potential liability to licensees. Learn how to avoid and resolve disputes.
AVOIDING FIXTURES & PERSONAL PROPERTY DISPUTES
CE.4341001-RE 3 Hrs. Contracts or “Elective” CE Credits
Why are there misunderstandings? Learn to reduce the possibility of contract disputes over fixtures and personal property. An examination of the listing agreement, Seller’s Real Property Disclosure, and the Purchase Agreement as it pertains to fixtures and personal property. Also included: a discussion of “The Law of Fixtures,” “The MARIA Test,” and “Horror Stories.” Learn how to avoid and resolve disputes.
ETHICS
PROCURING CAUSE
CE.6089000-RE 3 Hrs. Ethics
Fulfills the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics Training Requirement (deadline 12/31/2021
ETHICS OF THE PROFESSION
CE.6088000-RE 3 Hrs. Ethics
Fulfills NAR Ethics Training Requirement (Deadline 12/31/2021)
This course will enable licensees to know and understand the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics with an emphasis on Articles 1 & 3; the importance of The Code of Ethics and what is expected of a REALTOR®. It will also include an interactive discussion of scenarios and case studies. This course fulfills the Biennial National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics Training Requirement.
LAW & LEGISLATION
NEVADA LAW ON ADVERTISING ~ BRAND NEW
CE.6677000-RE 3 Hrs. Law & Legislation
This course is designed to provide licensees with relevant information that relates to the purpose and sources of Nevada laws and regulations on advertising; to increase the understanding of licensees with Frequently Asked Questions concerning advertising in order to improve the professional knowledge of the licensee to better serve the public.
NEVADA LAW ON DISCLOSURES
CE.6547000-RE 3 Hrs. Law & Legislation
Provides current information on Nevada laws concerning disclosures in real estate transactions. Nevada laws & regulations with regards to agency disclosures, transaction disclosures, and property disclosures.
RISK REDUCTION
A LICENSEE GUIDE TO EARNEST MONEY DEPOSITS ~ BRAND NEW!
CE.6714000-RE 3 Hrs. Risk Reduction
To know and understand the character of earnest money; to know and understand when client’s earnest money may be at risk; to learn how to identify potential land mines & avoid earnest money deposit disputes; to reduce licensee liability, and enable the licensee to give better service to the public
OFFERS, COUNTER OFFERS, & MULTIPLE OFFERS ~ BRAND NEW!
CE.6715000-RE 3 Hrs. Risk Reduction
To improve the professional knowledge, understanding, and skills of the licensee in the preparation of offers, counteroffers, and handling multiple offers, in order to reduce the risk of lawsuits, administrative complaints, and misconduct hearings and, thus enable the licensee to better serve the public.
RISK REDUCTION FOR NEVADA REAL ESTATE LICENSEES ~ BRAND NEW!
CE.6713000-RE 3 Hrs. Risk Reduction
To educate licensees on the most common types of claims and complaints filed against licensees; to familiarize licensees so they may be able to recognize and avoid similar situations and; to improve the professional knowledge of the licensee in order to better serve the public.
THE DO'S AND DON'TS OF UNLICENSED ASSISTANTS & UNPERMITTED PROPERTY MANAGERS
BROKER MANAGEMENT
COMMISSION HEARINGS: CASE STUDIES XI - BRAND NEW
CE.6711000-RE 3 Hrs. Broker Management
This course is designed to increase the knowledge and understanding of real estate licensees concerning the Nevada Real Estate Division and Real Estate Commission’s function and purpose pertaining to the administering of laws and regulations affecting the practice of real estate and their mission to protect the public. This class is interactive and employs the case study method as a means to learn pertinent laws, regulations, and the ethics of the profession; to understand the legal authorities and responsibilities of brokers and salespersons; to identify and eliminate practices that harm the public, and to enable the licensees to better serve the public.
NEVADA REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE
CE.3594001-RE 3 Hrs. Broker Management or “Elective” CE Credits
This is class will increase the licensee’s knowledge and understanding of Nevada laws and regulations governing the responsibilities of brokers and all licensees; considerations in determining licensee misconduct; ground for disciplinary actions; the regulation of practices; record keeping and inspections.
Note: This class does not cover how to open and operate a brokerage.
You do not have to be a broker or broker-salesperson to take a broker management course. Salespersons may take a broker management course for “Elective” CE Credits.
GENERAL – NEW COURSE
REAL ESTATE FINANCE IN TODAY'S MARKET
CE.6955000-RE 3 Hrs. General
Understanding traditional mortgage products such as conforming & non-conforming Conventional loans, FHA-insured, VA-Guaranteed, USDA, & Portfolio Loans (Qualified Mortgages “QM”); an introduction to Non-Qualified Mortgages (“Non-QM”); and how Non-QM can increase your business.
THE BEWILDERING WORLD OF PRELIMINARY TITLE REPORTS
Learn how to scrutinize one of the most important & least riveting documents in a real estate transaction. Learn to recognize the difference between “run-of-the-mill” and significant items on a “prelim” that may affect property ownership rights, the use of the property, as well as the ability to convey “marketable title.”
WHAT EVERY REAL ESTATE AGENT NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT MORTGAGE FINANCING
CE.4238001-RE 3 Hrs. General CE Credits
Sponsor: Rey Gallegos
Instructors: Rey Gallegos & Steven Kitnick
This class was designed to provide real estate licensees with a sufficient understanding about mortgage financing (Conventional, FHA, & VA). Licensees must be able to answer certain questions posed by clients and customers. Learn to avoid the most common pitfalls that either jeopardize or cause the failure of a real estate transaction. Also included will be a discussion on how to prepare a contract with a financing and/or appraisal contingency in light of the NEW Residential Purchase Agreement.