Accredited Buyer Representation Training (Free!)

Accredited Buyer Representation Training (Free!)

This ABR Designation course will cover:

  • How to create a buyer representation agreement, conduct a successful buyer consultation, and communicate your value
  • How you can promote yourself in the buyers’ market as a buyers’ rep and grow your business using ABR designee member benefits.
  • Understanding every piece of the transaction puzzle, including the search-showing-selection process, offers and negotiations, appraisals, and closing on the property

This will be the last time offered FREE of charge. NAR will resume their regular class fees in 2025.

Free for SCCAR members courtesy of SCCAOR. RSVP (please note their no show policy).  Lite breakfast and lunch provided.

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    Every client communicates, makes decisions, and responds to stress differently — especially during a real estate transaction. This class introduces the DISC personality model, a simple tool used to better understand communication styles and client behavior.

    Instructor: Renee Mello, REALTOR, DISC Trainer

    Register - $15 for members, $25 for nonmembers

     

     

     

  • August 13, 2026 10:00 AM - August 13, 2026 1:00 PM

    This course is designed to help minimize the chance of having a claim or lawsuit filed against you by following some simple Risk Management steps and by becoming educated in the areas which cause the greatest incidence of claims. The suggestions, education, and advice presented can limit your liability and assist you with the handling of a claim if you are faced with one.

    Member Price: $79.00

    RSVP

  • August 28, 2026 9:30 AM - August 28, 2026 11:00 AM

    Explore the future of water sustainability, including long-term water availability challenges, evolving requirements for reliable water access, and the growing impact of sewage disposal and wastewater treatment issues on our communities and development.

    Speakers:

    Sierra Ryan, Water Resources Manager for Santa Cruz County
    Rebecca Rubin, Public Outreach Coordinator Soquel Water District

    Register - non SCCP members, $20 | nonmembers $30

  • September 16, 2026 9:00 AM - September 16, 2026 12:00 PM

    Part of our Agent Boot Camp series, but can be taken separately, topics include time management, conquering accountability, where business comes from and developing your own Vision Statement.

    Instructor: Paul Bailey, Bailey Properties, Inc.

    Series price: $99 - register

    Individual class: $30 - register

  • September 23, 2026 9:00 AM - September 23, 2026 12:00 PM

    Part of our Agent Boot Camp series, but can be taken separately, in this class you will get the tools to confidently guide buyers from first contact to closing. This course covers lead generation, negotiations, contracts, timelines, and closing, plus key insights into buyer financing, loan programs, interest rates, lender terminology, and insurance.

    Instructors:
    Brandi Jones, KW Thrive
    Ryan Buckholdt, CrossCountry Mortgage

    Series price: $99 – register

    Individual class: $30 – register

  • September 30, 2026 9:00 AM - September 30, 2026 12:00 PM

    Learn about listing agreements, compensation, disclosures and contracts, marketing/open houses, and listing presentations with value-add.

    Instructor: Greg Mann, Coldwell Banker Realty

    Register ($30 members only)

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  • October 14, 2026 9:00 AM - October 14, 2026 12:00 PM

    Attendees will get an overview of the RPA (Residential Purchase Agreement) as it related to mandatory disclosures and contractual timeframes; specifically the Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS) and Seller Property Questionnaire (SBQ).

    Instructor:
    Renee Mello, KW Thrive Santa Cruz

    Register ($30 members only)

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