Event Manager

The Jared James Advance has become the premier event for any agent, broker or team leader that wants to not only get better at their craft, but also learn about what they need to know about and master heading into the future.

Between the main stage sessions and breakouts offered each day, there is something for everyone to make sure that you leave with way more value than you anticipated getting when registering to come.

It’s not often that you get such a collection of individuals in one room from all over North America and beyond. There will be new agents, administrative reps, recruiters, some of the top 5 teams and brokerages in the world, premier coaches and sales reps just trying to figure out how to run better businesses and understand how to start running a better business with the systems and processes necessary.

In addition, you’ll network with other professionals and get the jolt you need to bring you into the new year!

2023 PREA Institute
June 27–28, 2023
University of Southern California,
Lusk Center for Real Estate
Los Angeles, CA
PREA Institute Committee Members:
Committee Chairman,Dean Adler, Lubert-Adler Partners
Scott Barsky, Sentinel Real Estate Corporation
Kevin Bassi, Griffis Residential
Dan Cashdan, JLL Securities
Christy Fields, Meketa Investment Group
Matt Hershey, Hodes Weill & Associates
Steve Orbuch, Sculptor Capital Management
Bradley Petersen, Jamestown
Melanie Schiff, Ares Management LLC
David Sherman, Columbia University

Master Class is a Buffini & Company event designed to help real estate professionals become better business owners. Through carefully crafted sessions, attendees will be immersed in next-level business strategies and personal growth content delivered by industry legend Brian Buffini and powerhouse guest speakers. At the industry's top networking and training event, you'll get the opportunity to learn from the best, connect and exchange ideas and as a result – grow your business.

It’s Time for a Refresh
Invest in yourself and your career by attending Refresh: 2024 Virginia REALTORS® Annual Convention! The premier event on the Virginia REALTORS® calendar, our Annual Convention is a must-attend opportunity. Grow your network, expand your knowledge, and enjoy time celebrating your unstoppable industry.

During this action-packed event, you'll have the opportunities to hear from top-notch speakers, learn about the most current information in your industry, meet peers from across the commonwealth, and enjoy time that you've carved out just for you and your future. Enhance your world by taking part in this refreshingly wonderful, career-focused event.

Five Star Conference and Expo is the premier mortgage conference that attracts subject matter experts, hundreds of exhibitors, and thousands of professionals representing mortgage servicers, lenders, federal government agencies, financial services law firms, service providers, investors, and real estate organizations from across the nation.

Ohio REALTORS will host its Convention & EXPO in Cincinnati this year. There is so much to see and do. Here are some highlights ... 22 total CE hours available: 14 hours of in-person CE & 8 hours virtual Grand Session Speaker Col. Mark Tillman (Pilot who flew Air Force One on 9/11) Other speakers include Jared James, Craig Grant, Jeff Lobb, Melanie McLane, Maura Neill, ODRE Superintendant Daphne Hawk...and many more CE topics on sustainability, how to gain listings, dominate your marketplace, ODRE update on licensing, commercial overview and risk management The ever-popular RPAC/YPN party will be held at TQL Stadium (Sponsor: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Professional Realty) President's Sales Club reception will honor Ohio's top agents The Awards Reception to honor REALTOR of the Year, Distinguished Service and Good Neighbor awards

This content is copyright 2023 Ohio REALTORS. Read more at: https://www.ohiorealtors.org/convention/

Greg will cover some of the most frequent types of contract disputes and offer guidance on how to avoid them.

We will examine some of the most frequent types of contract disputes and offer guidance on how to avoid them in the first place. We will also cover property drafting considerations and what happens when there is an earnest money dispute.

Presenter: Greg Parham

The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) is based on a monthly survey of NAHB members designed to take the pulse of the single-family housing market. The survey asks respondents to rate market conditions for the sale of new homes at the present time and in the next six months as well as the traffic of prospective buyers of new homes.

The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) is based on a monthly survey of NAHB members designed to take the pulse of the single-family housing market. The survey asks respondents to rate market conditions for the sale of new homes at the present time and in the next six months as well as the traffic of prospective buyers of new homes.

Join us to learn more about navigating post-closing occupancy agreements!

We will examine post-closing occupancy agreements in detail, including, who is responsible for what, handling security deposits, and what happens when there is damage.

Presenter: Greg Parham

Thursday, August 24th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM MST
Presented by Beth Anne Demeter of A+ Real Estate School
4 CE for Colorado Agents | $40 Per Person

This mandatory Annual Commission Update class is required annually for every licensed Colorado agent. The webinar provides the latest updates for 2023. After registering, you will be provided with a Zoom link 1-2 days prior to the webinar date.

You can think of contingencies as lurking monsters that may spring up to swallow your deal. Contingencies are better thought of as potential exit ramps that allow your client to feel comfortable signing the contract. More deals happen because of contingencies than despite contingencies. Did you know Colorados form real estate sales contract has 16 pre-printed contingencies and that Parties can add additional contingencies? Learn how to dodge the monsters and manage the exit ramps to get deals closed.

Cost - $40
Credits - 3

Instructor Name - Jon Goodman
Company Name - FRASCONA JOINER GOODMAN & GREENSTEIN PC

Foreclosures present brokers with the opportunity to earn commissions while providing a vital service! Among the things that youll learn by attending this class are how to help: Diagnose a foreclosure situation to help maximize an owners equity. Buy time to avoid a fire sale. Buyers get comfortable purchasing a property in foreclosure. Explore other options, such as a short-sale. Demystify the foreclosure process. Avoid wild-goose chases for your clients and you.

Cost - $40
Credits - 3

Instructor Name - Jon Goodman
Company Name - FRASCONA JOINER GOODMAN & GREENSTEIN PC

Thursday, July 13th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM MST
Presented by Beth Anne Demeter of A+ Real Estate School
4 CE for Colorado Agents | $40 Per Person

This mandatory Annual Commission Update class is required annually for every licensed Colorado agent. The webinar provides the latest updates for 2023. After registering, you will be provided with a Zoom link 1-2 days prior to the webinar date.

Thursday, June 22, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Hybrid Event - Attend In-Person or Online

To understand the first-time buyer market, you need to understand their needs, mortgage options, and financial and lifestyle preferences.

Professional agents wanting future business from the client truly need to focus on more than just a minimum required down payment assistance program. We will work on understanding first-time home buyers to match the client’s needs to the property and financing options that will create a loyal client for life.

1 Free CE Credit
Class taught by Bill Ezell


Join us IN-PERSON at 5675 DTC Boulevard #250, Greenwood Village CO
*Registration Required* Limited Seating Available. Thank you!

Thursday, June 29th from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM MST
Presented by Michelle Oddo of Luminate Home Loans
First Integrity Title DTC Office
4600 S Ulster St – Blue Spruce Room
Denver, CO 80237
0 CE | No Cost

Unleash the Power of ChatGPT and AI for your real estate business. The objective of this ChatGPT and AI class is to empower real estate agents with the tools and expertise to utilize conversational AI technology effectively.
Register today – space is limited!

Wednesday, June 28th from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM MST
Presented by Xiaohui Janecek of First Integrity Title
1 CE for Colorado Agents | No Cost

Join us for a 1-hour course on how to strategically use assessor data to successfully grow your business as a real estate professional. During this course, we’ll learn how to research individual properties including ownership, chain of title, equity and net sheet calculations, and more. We’ll then combine our newfound data knowledge into targeting downsizers/upsizers, tired landlords, renters, high turnover potential listings, and more! After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with Zoom link to join on the day of.

Want to become an expert on ADUs and feel confident answering questions for prospective home buyers? Join us to learn more.

We will explore how to:

Locate a municipality that allows ADUs
Construction financing options
Purchase mortgage financing
How to determine expected short-term rental income on a prospective ADU property

We will show brokers how to search for areas that allow ADUs to be built. Options to build ADUs on an existing property (construction loans), purchase mortgage options, and reliable websites to help calculate expected short-term rental rates.

Overview for agents since agents need to understand this is a newer growing segment and how to feel confident answering questions for prospective home buyers.

1 Free CE Credit
Class taught by Bill Ezell

Join us IN-PERSON at 5675 DTC Boulevard #250, Greenwood Village CO
*Registration Required* Limited Seating Available. Thank you!

Thursday, June 15th from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM MST
Presented by CTM eContracts
0 CE and No Cost or 2 CE for $20 Per Person

This advanced course is designed to save you time and make you more efficient in CTM eContracts!
Some of the things we’ll cover are below:
• Ordering Title, Client Home Warranty, Insurance electronically thru Dashboards
• Converting MEC/SSA Deadline Dates to Calendar Dates
• Miscellaneous Contracts Folder vs Miscellaneous Docs Management Folder
• Updating Deadline Dates from a Counterproposal or an Amend/Extend
• Working with Team Members
• Assigning Transaction Coordinators
• Best Practices for Closing Each Transaction

After registering, CTM will provide the GoToMeeting link directly one day prior to the webinar date.

4 different ways to acquire properties and give you a step-by-step business plan that you can use to purchase and build your portfolio.

One of the most common goals of a property investor is to build a large portfolio and generate passive income for retirement. While we hear this goal a lot, very few investors actually achieve this goal and many end up never even buying their first property.

This presentation will show you 4 different ways to acquire properties and give you a step-by-step business plan that you can use to purchase and build your portfolio. We’ll walk you through this business plan to show you how to start from scratch and build up a portfolio of 10 properties so you can retire.

Class taught by Joe Massey with Castle & Cooke Mortgage

LIVE Webinar - Online Event

Join us to learn more about navigating post-closing occupancy agreements!

We will examine post-closing occupancy agreements in detail, including, who is responsible for what, handling security deposits, and what happens when there is damage.

Class taught by Greg Parham, First Alliance Title

In this class, we are going to share with you the secret mortgage product the financial elite use to:
– Significantly reduce their mortgage interest paid
– Eliminate their mortgage balance quickly
– Fund future investment opportunities
– Safeguard their finances during economic slowdowns

Register today as space is limited for this class!

Credits - 1 CE
Cost - $0

Everything for Your Home & Garden – All in One Place!
West Michigan’s largest Home & Garden show is back for its 44th season! With 13 feature gardens, 5 free seminar stages and over 300 local businesses featuring every product and service you’ll ever need, all under one roof, this is the show to attend!

It’s time to make a change.
Whether you’re thinking of remodeling your current home, or starting fresh with a brand new home, the exhibitors at the Grand Rapids Remodeling and New Homes Show have you covered.

The Star Power Annual Conference brings together Stars from all over North America to share best practices in large- and small-group sessions on topics from listing and buyer strategies to team building and business planning – all focused on improving your real estate business. Please join us in beautiful Denver, Colorado, where the summer is the best time of year, and you just might enjoy networking around the pool, at lunch, or after hours in the lounge almost as much as the sessions themselves!

Laramie County Fall Home Show will be held Oct 27th – 29th, 2023 in Cheyenne, WY. This Cheyenne home show is held at Laramie County Fairgrounds and hosted by Nationwide Expos.

Save BIG on all your home improvement projects and meet face to face with local and national vendors!

The Laramie County Fall Home Show is back this fall! Explore the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living, and more! Meet with local contractors and remodeling experts and expect to be inspired.

Cheyenne Fall Home Show will be held Sep 8th – 10th, 2023 in Cheyenne, WY. This Cheyenne home show is held at Cheyenne Ice & Events Center and hosted by Nationwide Expos.

Save BIG on all your home improvement projects and meet face-to-face with local and national vendors!

The Cheyenne Fall Home Show is back for the fall! See the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living, and more! Meet with local contractors and remodeling experts.

Washington State Evergreen Fall Home Show will be held Oct 27th – 29th, 2023 in Monroe, WA. This Monroe home show is held at Evergreen State Fairgrounds Event Center and hosted by Westlake Promotion Inc..

The Evergreen Fall Home Show was previously the Everett Fall Home Show. It takes place in Washington State and will feature hundreds of specialized local businesses and vendors! This event will helping anyone who's ready to customize, update, or even design, the home you have always wanted.

Peninsula Spring Home and Garden Expo will be held May 5th – 7th, 2023 in Bremerton, WA. This Bremerton home show is held at Kitsap County Fairgrounds and hosted by Kitsap Building Association & Kitsap Building Association.

Are you looking for new ideas to turn your house into a dream home? The Peninsula Spring Home and Garden Expo is the best home show West of Seattle! There will be everything for the home, both inside and out, with builders and remodelers, decorating and items from floor to ceiling!

Loudoun & Fairfax County Spring Home Show will be held Apr 13th – 14th, 2024 in Sterling, VA. This Sterling home show is held at Michael and Son Sportsplex and hosted by Loudoun & Fairfax County Home Show.

At the Home Show, our goal is simple: to inspire, motivate and excite you for your upcoming home improvement - whether it's a minor renovation or a major remodel.

Our events feature a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment. After meeting with and comparing our expert exhibitors, we know you'll be inspired and motivated to start planning with confidence.

Northern Utah Home Show will be held Feb 2nd – 3rd, 2024 in Layton, UT. This Layton home show is held at Davis Conference Center and hosted by Utah Home Show.

At the Home Show, our goal is simple: to inspire, motivate and excite you for your upcoming home improvement - whether it's a minor renovation or a major remodel.

Our events feature a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment. After meeting with and comparing our expert exhibitors, we know you'll be inspired and motivated to start planning with confidence.

Logan Spring Home Show will be held Nov 18th – 19th, 2023 in Logan, UT. This Logan home show is held at Cache County Event Center and hosted by Nationwide Expos.

The Logan Spring Home Show, also known as the Logan Home & Food Show, is just in time to finish up your home improvement projects! See the latest in home remodeling, design, outdoor living and so much more!

St. George Home Expo will be held Oct 27th – 28th, 2023 in St George, UT. This St George home show is held at The Dixie Center and hosted by Nationwide Expos.

Save BIG on all your home improvement projects and meet face to face with local and national vendors!

The St. George Fall Home Expo is back this fall! Explore the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living, and more! Meet with local contractors and remodeling experts and expect to be inspired.

Layton Home Show will be held Aug 4th – 5th, 2023 in Layton, UT. This Layton home show is held at Davis Conference Center and hosted by Nationwide Expos.

Save BIG on all your home improvement projects and meet face to face with local and national vendors!

The Layton Home Show is back! See the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living, and more! Meet with local contractors and remodeling experts.

Ogden Spring Home Show will be held May 19th – 21st, 2023 in Ogden, UT. This Ogden home show is held at The Golden Spike Event Center and hosted by Nationwide Expos.

Save BIG on all your home improvement projects and meet face to face with local and national vendors!

FREE ADMISSION

The Ogden Spring Home Show is back! See the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living, and more! Meet with local contractors and remodeling experts.

Salt Lake Home Expo will be held May 5th – 7th, 2023 in Sandy, UT. This Sandy home show is held at Mountain America Expo Center and hosted by Nationwide Expos.

The Salt Lake Home Expo is just in time to finish up your home improvement projects! See the latest in home remodeling, design, outdoor living and so much more!

Philadelphia Home Show will be held Apr 20th – 21st, 2024 in Philadelphia, PA. This Philadelphia home show is held at Pennsylvania Convention Center and hosted by Pennsylvania Home Show.

At the Home Show, our goal is simple: to inspire, motivate and excite you for your upcoming home improvement - whether it's a minor renovation or a major remodel.

Our events feature a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment. After meeting with and comparing our expert exhibitors, we know you'll be inspired and motivated to start planning with confidence.

The purpose of this Homeownership Information Summit is to increase home ownership in minority communities. The Summit is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the home buying & selling process, introduction of the latest $$$ programs, financial literacy and debt repair. We will have information that covers many areas of the real estate transaction including, qualifying for a home loan, choosing a lender, working with a real estate broker and many other critical stages of the home buying and selling process.

There will also be an exhibit area where attendees can speak with professionals directly, about their real estate needs! You do not want to miss this event!

* FREE FOOD & DOOR PRIZES

* ACCESS TO $$$ THOUSANDS IN DOWN PAYMENT FUNDS

* BOOSTING YOUR CREDIT

* INVESTING IN REAL ESTATE

* PROTECT YOUR ASSETS

* MEET THE PROFESSIONALS

York Home Show will be held Nov 4th – 5th, 2023 in York, PA. This York home show is held at York ExpoCenter and hosted by Pennsylvania Home Show.

At the Home Show, our goal is simple: to inspire, motivate and excite you for your upcoming home improvement - whether it's a minor renovation or a major remodel.

Our events feature a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment. After meeting with and comparing our expert exhibitors, we know you'll be inspired and motivated to start planning with confidence.

Bucks & Montgomery County Home Show will be held Oct 7th – 8th, 2023 in Newtown, PA. This Newtown home show is held at Newtown Sports Training Center and hosted by Pennsylvania Home Show.

Come out to enjoy the Bucks and Montgomery County Spring Home Show at Warminster! There will be featured showcases of interior designs from numerous exhibitors. Get incredible deals at a hot tub blowout sale. Explore the landscape show, kitchen showcase and so much more!

Greater Philadelphia Home Show will be held Sep 9th – 10th, 2023 in King of Prussia, PA. This King of Prussia home show is held at Valley Forge Casino Resort and hosted by Pennsylvania Home Show.

At the Home Show, our goal is simple: to inspire, motivate and excite you for your upcoming home improvement - whether it's a minor renovation or a major remodel.

Our events feature a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment. After meeting with and comparing our expert exhibitors, we know you'll be inspired and motivated to start planning with confidence.

Farwest Show will be held Aug 23rd – 25th, 2023 in Portland, OR. This Portland home show is held at Oregon Convention Center and hosted by .

Do you need new ideas to increase efficiency, sales and profitability? We know you do! With nearly 300 exhibitors, Farwest is your ticket to the nursery and retail garden center industry.

Whether you’re a grower, retailer, wholesale buyer, supplier, or landscape professional, you’ll find that Farwest offers you the complete trade show experience.

Heart of the Valley Home and Garden Show will be held Apr 28th – 30th, 2023 in Albany, OR. This Albany home show is held at Linn County Expo Center and hosted by Oregon Hearth and Home Events.

Over 50 exhibitors with products and services for your home and and garden needs. Free seminars!

Cleveland Home Show will be held Jan 20th – 21st, 2024 in Cleveland, OH. This Cleveland home show is held at Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland and hosted by Ohio Home Show.

At the Home Show, our goal is simple: to inspire, motivate and excite you for your upcoming home improvement - whether it's a minor renovation or a major remodel.

Our events feature a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment. After meeting with and comparing our expert exhibitors, we know you'll be inspired and motivated to start planning with confidence.

Greater Cincinnati House & Outdoor Living Show will be held Aug 25th – 27th, 2023 in Sharonville, OH. This Sharonville home show is held at Sharonville Convention Center and hosted by L and L Exhibition.

The Greater Cincinnati House and Outdoor Living Show wants to connect you to the area's leading remodelers, builders and design professionals! They'll have displays and exhibits, opportunities to speak to experts and even more events. There will be opportunities to receive advice and inspiration.