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May

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CCAR Class of the Month

Who is it for?

The Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification is for real estate professionals who want to sharpen their negotiation skills. The RENE certification program gives REALTORS® the tips and tools they need to be skillful advocates for their clients.

What You Gain

  • Improve your negotiating skills
  • Learn about behind-the-scenes issues and how to deal with them
  • Learn how to handle a wide range of personalities and situations
  • Learn to sort out the competing objectives of the parties involved in a transaction

This 2-day interactive experience will help negotiators elevate their game. The course examines all types of negotiation formats and methods so that today’s negotiators can play the game to win. A full spectrum of tips, tools, techniques and advantages will be provided so that negotiators can provide effective results for their client. The second day of the course focuses on real-world field scenarios to help negotiators apply the power tools, techniques and tactics learned on the first day.

Understanding the tactics and techniques is one thing, but learning how to recognize them being done and using them effectively requires practice. These field scenarios provide the foundational experience and practice negotiators need to master so they can effectively advocate for their clients.

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Mastering Buyer Representation

May 8: TXR Broadcast: Mastering Buyer Representation

This course focuses specifically on the skills and expertise needed to be a successful Buyer’s Agent. Major aspects of buyer representation will be covered including prospecting, identifying properties, showing strategies, making offers, handling inspections and repairs, and successfully closing.

This class provides the tools necessary to build a successful business focused on helping buyers navigate the real estate process.

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Up Your Income, Get Certified!

Upcoming Certifications and Designations at CCAR

In today’s competitive business environment, it often takes more than
motivation and initiative to succeed. Earning the GRADUATE REALTOR®
INSTITUTE (GRI) designation is a way to stand out to prospective home
buyers and sellers as a REALTOR® who has gained in-depth knowledge
on technical subjects as well as fundamentals of real estate. In Texas,
the GRI is obtained by attending three - 30 hour SAE courses for a total
of 90 classroom hours.

5/6, 5/7, 5/13,5/14: GRI Brokerage:

Topics include professional standards, policies, and procedures, brokerage and agency relationships, and business development.

6/3, 6/4, 6/10, & 6/11: GRI Contracts to Close:

Topics include lending essentials, residential contracts, appraisals, surveys, negotiations, fair housing, and diversity.

June 6, 7, 10, 11: TACS 1
July 18, 19, 22, 23: TACS 2
August 8, 9, 12, 13: TACS 3

The Texas Accredited Commercial Specialist certification requires the completion of three 30 hour courses. It is recommended that the TACS series be taken in order TACS 1, TACS 2 & TACS 3.

CCAR Offers Four Class Experiences to Choose From

Broadcast Class: Broadcast classes are offered statewide by Texas REALTORS® and take place online via Zoom. An internet connection and a working web camera are required for broadcast classes.

In Person Class: Classroom courses will be held in-person only in the CCAR Plano Banquet Room. No virtual Zoom attendance will be permitted.


Zoom Class: Virtual classes take place online via Zoom. An internet connection and a working web camera are required for virtual classes.

Off Site Class: Class sponsored by a CCAR Affiliate or CCAR Brokerage Office. Class will be held away from the CCAR Offices or via Zoom.

Check Your Code of Ethics Status

Still need to complete the Code of Ethics Training? You have a choice for completing this requirement.


OPTION 1: Complete your required REALTOR® Code of Ethics Training on demand with the National Association of REALTORS®. This training is free and can be accessed 24/7. Click here to complete your training online.

OPTION 2: Register for a live CCAR provided class via CCAR’s online class calendar.

Receive 3 Hours of Elective CE towards your TREC Renewal

Want more? Get involved, join a CCAR Committee!

Click Here for CCAR's Attendance & Cancellation Policy:

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