ONLINE Continuing Education Courses

IMPORTANT** The Real Estate Commission has implemented a new rule which states that a licensee shall NOT take a continuing education course that he/she has taken in the past (no repeating courses for credit). If you are unsure as to whether or not you have taken a course in the past, please verify BEFORE signing up for one of our courses. You may view your previously completed CE courses by visiting the Commission's website at pvl.ehawaii.gov/rece (click on "Online Real Estate Conintuing Education", then click on "My CE Status"). Otherwise, call the Commission at (808) 586-2643.


NEW!! MINIMIZING RISK WITH EFFECTIVE PRACTICES
3 credit hrs $50.00

There's no question about it: In today's real estate environment, knowing how to avoid legal problems is essential. This must-have-course provides an overview of how to minimize your liability. You'll learn about the importance of establishing agency policies, developing effective marketing and advertising practices, effective anti-discrimination practices, plus how to reduce your risk by maintaining proper records. Stay out of legal hot water...enroll today! Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC.

NEW!! INTRODUCTION TO BROKERAGE MANAGEMENT
3 credit hrs $50.00

Are you ready to take on the leading role as managing broker? In today's results-focused workplace, you need a solid understanding of management functions, the importance of strategic thinking, and how to analyze the financial condition of the company. If you want to build your leadership role and lead your company to a winning performance, this groundbreaking course is for you! Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC. NEW!! PEOPLE MANAGEMENT IN REAL ESTATE
3 credit hrs $50.00

How do you successfully recruit and hire new agents? How do you retain good people once you get them? The answer to both these questions is the same- it's about people management. Explore the fundamentals of attracting and recruiting new agents to your firm. Identify the training needs of new and experienced licensees, plus look at effective tools and techniques for retaining good talent within your organization. Don't learn by trial and error! Begin the steps to building your people management skills now with this valuable groundbreaking course. Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC. NEW!! ETHICS- PRICING, OFFERS AND ADVERTISING
3 credit hrs $50.00

Description: In day-to-day real estate transactions, real estate professionals are forced to make decisions that require ethical reasoning. Ethics: Pricing, Offers and Ads explores the agent's obligation to protect a client’s interest, plus looks at an agent's duties with regard to advertising himself and a property. This must-have guide serves as a blueprint for providing information on making ethical decisions regarding pricing, offers, and ads. Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC. NEW!! LEADING AND COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY
3 credit hrs $50.00

Do you know how to influence, transform and inspire others? “Leading and Communicating Effectively” is packed with powerful information and ideas to help you improve your leadership skills! Explore different types of authority…examine ways to build a company image and reputation…discover the most effective communication styles…find out the essential elements of developing a policies and procedures manual. If you want to build your leadership role—this groundbreaking course is for you! Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC. ANTI-DISCRIMINATION LAWS
3 credit hrs $50.00

Course Description: This course reviews the history and purpose of laws against discrimination. Specific real estate practices of blockbusting, steering and redlining are detailed. In addition, the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act is highlighted. Finally, how to recognize and guard against predatory lending practices is reviewed. Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC. PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
3 credit hrs $50.00

Course Description: Professional property managers attempt to balance the needs of property owners with the needs of tenants. To accomplish this, professional property managers need to understand elements of leasing, rent collection, market dynamics, resident retention and building maintenance functions. You’ll explore these topics for both residential and commercial property management. Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC. NEW!! STARTING A SUCCESSFUL BROKERAGE
6 credit hrs $90.00

Ready to start your own brokerage business? "Starting a Successful Brokerage" is packed with essential information to help you get started and succeed! Explore how to develop a business plan, setting up your company's management team, and marketing and advertising options. Identify costs involved in running a company. Starting a brokerage is a huge challenge...and there are great rewards for those that do it right! Learn the vital skills, strategies, and necessary steps for getting your company off to the right start. Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC. FINANCIAL RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE
6 credit hrs $90.00

Course Description: There is a dizzying array of financing options available to homebuyers today. Where do you begin? You’ll discover a myriad of options available through FHA, VA and special financing options. Plus, examine a simplified approach to accurately assessing closing costs. Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC. PROPERTY PRICING AND RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE:
6 credit hrs $90.00

The better priced a property is, the easier it is for you to show and sell it. This course explores in-depth the appraisal process versus the Competitive Market Analysis approach to determining value for a given property. Practical applications of different pricing methods are summarized, along with real-world examples and illustrations of pricing residential properties and income-producing properties. Upon completion of this course, please call our office to notify us of completion and provide us with your real estate license number, so that we can record you to the REC.


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