Residential Real Estate Finance (C.A.R. GRI)

Residential Real Estate Finance (C.A.R. GRI)

This course details practical techniques for financing single-family homes and condominiums. Gain an understanding of financing programs to assist clients in obtaining financing. Learn creative financing alternatives.

This course is designed to enable students to:

  • Use a variety of practical techniques for financing single-family homes and condominiums
  • Understand financing programs to assist consumers in obtaining financing suitable to their particular financial condition
  • Match consumers to appropriate government financing programs and understand how to qualify consumers for these types of financing
  • Understand usury standards and real estate-related state and federal laws and regulations

Live webinar course – take from anywhere, you can connect to the Internet
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  • 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)

    Learn more about our Agent Boot Camp series!

  • October 2, 2026 9:30 AM - October 2, 2026 11:30 AM

    Big changes to the appraisal process are coming November 1. Learn how the updates will affect costs, timelines, data collection, and your transactions, plus best practices to help agents prepare.

    We’ll also tackle the appraisal challenges unique to Santa Cruz County, including micro-markets, difficult comps, ocean views and location, ADUs, acreage, unique properties, and low appraisals—and discuss what information agents can provide to help support an accurate valuation.

    Speakers:

    Kristina Campbell, Coast Home Appraisal
    Andrea Silva, eXp Realty (REALTOR & Appraiser)
    Steve McElyea, Monterey Bay Appraisal Service

    Register ($15 members, $15 nonmembers)

     

  • 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)

    Learn more about our Agent Boot Camp series!

  • October 21, 2026 9:30 AM - October 21, 2026 11:00 AM
    Join SCCAR escrow and title professionals for an engaging panel discussion covering the issues that can derail a transaction. From divorce, death, liens, judgments, and debt to fraud, wire scams, and real-world claims, you'll gain practical strategies to identify risks early, protect your clients, and keep your transactions moving toward a successful closing.

    Presenters:

    Old Republic Title Co.
    Stewart Title
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    Register  - $10 members, $20 nonmembers

  • October 23, 2026 9:30 AM - October 23, 2026 11:00 AM

    Join our SCCP series to learn about property rights and smart land use policies affecting California's 1,100 miles of coastline.

    Speakers:

    Kirsta Pleiser, SBCAOR
    Marta Brown, Smart Coast

    Register: Members $20, Nonmembers $35

    If you are signed up for the SCCP Series you do not need to register for this class as it is part of the series.