In the first class in our four part Death of an Escrow series you will learn how to navigate the unique requirements of probate and trust sales, identify common risks and roadblocks, and apply practical solutions to keep transactions moving smoothly.

Speaker: Lisa Tyler, Senior Vice President of National Development WFG Title

Register - $15 members, $25 nonmembers

Series price is $40 - see the full line up here.

This course offers a comprehensive, high-level perspective on the real estate industry. One that goes well beyond what standard licensure programs are designed to provide. While licensing education equips you to pass the exam, it was never intended to prepare you for the full reality of building a thriving career. That is precisely the gap this course was created to address. Developed from nearly three decades of hands-on industry experience, this course exists because we recognized that even the most motivated new agents often enter the field without a clear picture of how everything fits together.

There are many future classes that help you with the “nuts and bolts” of the details, but we believe this is the missing link to help you and others, who are either newly licensed or considering getting into real estate, understand an overview. This program was thoughtfully designed to help professionals transition from full-time employment into real estate at a manageable, sustainable pace. Whether you are newly licensed or still weighing up your decision to enter the industry, you are in the right place. Our goal is to help you begin your highly successful and long, exciting career.

Member Price: $59.00

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AI is changing real estate fast – are you keeping up or getting left behind? AI NOW: Stay Ahead of What’s Next is your all-access pass to the tools, tactics, and real-world strategies you need right now to win more listings, market smarter, and close faster. From automating your workflow to generating leads and creating standout marketing, you’ll walk away from this hands-on day with skills you can use immediately. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to sharpen your edge, this is where innovation meets opportunity. If you’re ready to work more efficiently, stand out from the competition, and stay ahead of the curve, AI NOW is where it starts. Seats are limited — register now!

Location: Santa Clara University - Locatelli Gathering Hall

Address: 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053

Date and Time: Wednesday, June 24 from 9:30 AM to 2:45 PM

Price: $49 (Includes a boxed lunch)

Directions and Parking: Parking is not included, and the university charges a daily rate of $9/day. You must pay before leaving the parking area to avoid a citation. Please pay at the nearest parking kiosk in the structure or lot.

🏗️ Be in the Know About New Developments! 🏡

Join planners from the County of Santa Cruz, the City of Santa Cruz, Capitola, Scotts Valley, and Watsonville for an informative discussion on the future of our communities. Hear firsthand updates on upcoming building projects, housing developments, infrastructure improvements, long-range planning efforts, and special projects shaping our region.

This is a great opportunity to gain insight into what’s ahead for Santa Cruz County and how these changes may impact housing, growth, and our local communities.

Register (members $20, nonmembers $35)
If you are registered for the SCCP Series, this class is included, you do not need to register.

In the second class in our four part Death of an Escrow series  you will explore how life events and financial challenges can impact escrow transactions. Learn to identify potential roadblocks involving divorce settlements, liens, judgments, death, and debt-related issues, and discover the collaboration involved to resolve them before they jeopardize the closing.

Presenter: Old Republic Title Company panel, moderated by Suzanne Schmidt, Vice President | Sales Manager - Monterey &  Santa Cruz  Counties

• Brigid Heath, Escrow Officer - Santa Cruz Branch
• Leslie Alvarez, Escrow Officer – Capitola Branch
• Carolyn Chabot, Assistant Vice President, Escrow Operations Manager – Santa Cruz & Monterey Counties

Register - $15 members, $25 nonmembers

Series price is $40 - see the full line up here.

Join the MLS for a monthly series entitled Coffee Talk where we work to pull the curtain back on MLSListings and invite our Directors and Managers to engage with our members!

Monthly Topics:

July 6 - Digital Studio/Outreach
August 3 – Product Mgmt
Sept 7 – Aculist
Oct 5 - Corporate/Board/Executive
Nov 2- Compliance

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Join the MLS as they discuss the New Pro Dashboard and Matrix 101.

Get the basics to build from!

Free. RSVP

This class provides agents with the tools and strategies for effective listing management through MLSListings. Participants will learn to navigate resources like Aculist Disclosures and Aligned Showings, ensuring seamless and professional listing processes.

Free. RSVP

The AI Advantage: Future Proof Your Real Estate Career

Discover how artificial intelligence can become a practical advantage in your real estate business—freeing up more time to focus on building meaningful client relationships. In this engaging keynote, Michael Thorne, AI expert with Buffini & Company, breaks down the current AI moment in clear, practical terms and introduces a simple framework for using AI as a behind-the-scenes “cheat code” to save time and sharpen your work. Through live demonstrations, agents will see how AI can enhance listing preparation, generate stronger ideas, and turn everyday market knowledge into polished content in minutes. Attendees leave with greater clarity, confidence, and practical ways to start using AI immediately and responsibly.

This class is being hosted by MLS Listings, Inc.

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Explore real-world escrow claims and transaction failures, uncover the warning signs that can derail a deal, and learn practical strategies to prevent costly mistakes and keep transactions on track.

Presenter: Kevin Irot, Senior Title Officer, First American Title Company

Register - $15 members, $25 nonmembers