GRI Performance Strategies to Build Client Relationships
Instructor: Laura Kovacs
CE hours: None
Fees: $79 thru Nov. 11 | $89 after Nov. 11
GRI Designees pay $40 but must call 480-945-2651 to register.
Real estate is a business based on relationships. Understanding how to adapt your communications style to all buyers and sellers and deliver a professional presentation is imperative. This course will cover strategic steps to improve communication skills, assess buyer and seller needs and overcome all forms of objections. There is no exam required for this class.
Please notify us 7 days in advance if you have any disability that requires special services or access.
Fees will be refunded less a $25 service charge upon verbal notification up to 48 hours prior to class, after that fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Marketing Partners will be provided with a roster of attendees including email address. You may opt out of having your information shared by contacting the Association at 480-945-2651.
By registering for this class, you understand pictures and/or video may be taken of you and may be posted in relation to the class on social media and/or ScottsdaleREALTORS.org.
Speaker: Lu Chen, Sr. Economist at Moody’s Analytics
Topic: State of the Commercial Market & 2026 Forecast
Cost: Free to Members | $10 Non-Members
8:30 a.m. – Networking
9 a.m. – Program Begins
Click here and ask to join our Facebook Commercial real estate group.
TOUT SUBMISSIONS: Send to Commercial@Scottsdalerealtors.org
TOUTS: Showcase your available commercial property listings! To submit your property, please email Commercial@ScottsdaleREALTORS.org by 5PM the Monday prior to the event and attach a .PDF or .JPEG copy of your property flyer. Maximum 3-Touts. You MUST be present to tout the property. Please feel free to bring flyers and any other marketing materials you would like to distribute.
MARKETING PARTNERS
Helena Donohoe | 480.818.8274 | email
Marty Lenich | 480.471.6781 | email
Christina Heide | 602.653.0368 | email
Get your brand in front of the right audience
Become a Commercial Forum Marketing Partner | Questions? Email Suzanne Brown.
Instructor: Leslie Banes
CE: 3 hours Disclosure
Cost: Free for Members | $20 Non-Members
This essential course dives into key federal regulations impacting real estate, equipping you with tools to protect the public, identify potential risks like fraud and documentation gaps, and clearly communicate regulatory responsibilities to your clients.
If Registration is closed, please contact the Education Department directly at 480-945-2651.
Please notify us 7 days in advance if you have any disability that requires special services or access.
Applicable fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Marketing Partners may be provided with a roster of attendees including email address. You may opt out of having your information shared by contacting the Association at 480-945-2651.
By registering for this class, you understand pictures and/or video may be taken of you and may be posted in relation to the class on social media and/or the SAAR website for marketing purposes.
No registration required. Open to any REALTOR® or paid Scottsdale REALTORS® Affiliate member.
For more information or to schedule a Home On Tour, visit the Fountain Hills RMS page.
Cost: $15 ($60 if you have scheduled a home on tour) | $25 for Affiliate members who are not SLHT Marketing Partners
Note: Affiliate/industry partners must be paid Scottsdale REALTORS® Affiliate members to attend.
Pre-registration not required. Attending REALTOR® Marketing Sessions is a great way to network, hear speakers and learn about the market. If you have any questions, contact one of our volunteers.
Instructor: Marti Barnewolt
CE: 3 hours Contract Law
Cost: Free for Members | $20 Non-Members
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Trends that affect successful closing
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BINSR Issues
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Release of Earnest Money
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What constitutes Breach of Contract
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Delivering the Cure Notice
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Avoiding FRAUD
If registration is closed, please contact the Education Department directly at 480-945-2651
Please notify us 7 days in advance if you have any disability that requires special services or access.
Applicable fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Marketing Partners may be provided with a roster of attendees including email address. You may opt out of having your information shared by contacting the Association at 480-945-2651.
By registering for this class, you understand pictures and/or video may be taken of you and may be posted in relation to the class on social media and/or the SAAR website for marketing purposes.
Tour starts at 3:00pm
Pick up Home Tour Packet before at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty
34305 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85266
Happy Hour following Tour at Stumblina’s Cantina
6268 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
No pre-registration necessary.
Open to any REALTOR® or paid Scottsdale REALTORS® Affiliate member.
For more information or to schedule a Home On Tour, visit the Carefree/Cave Creek RMS page.

Festivities include:
- Installation of 2026 President Polly Blackwell
- Installation of 2026 Officers & Directors
- Recognition of the Annual Award Winners
- Leadership Academy Class 28 Graduation
Your registration includes two drink tickets and delicious cuisine from around the world for our Installation of Volunteer Champions!
Enjoy an evening of “gold medal” networking, great music from our DJ, a photobooth, and plenty of festive fun as we kick off the holiday season.
Thanks to our Marketing Partners!

Contact JoElla Sartin | email

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