
Applications Open for the UMKC REALTOR® Leadership Academy
Applications are currently open for the UMKC REALTOR® Leadership Academy’s 2021-2022 session, beginning this September. In a partnership between KCRAR and UMKC’s Henry W. Bloch School of Management, the Academy’s curriculum is specifically tailored for REALTORS® to build the skills and knowledge they need to stand out as leaders in the real estate industry. “Any […]
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Virtual Latte and Learn Session Coming on Multiple Offer Situations
With inventory low and multiple offer situations frequent, KCRAR will be bringing in instructor and local real estate professional Ron Henderson for an especially timely virtual Latte and Learn session on “Winning a Multiple Offer Situation” on May 7. “This is a super challenging real estate market we are in and you need to use […]
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Learn New Ways to Generate Listings During Upcoming Webinar Featuring National Speakers Chris Smith and Andrew Dorn
Because generating listings can be a challenge, especially in the current market, KCRAR and Heartland MLS have partnered with Realtor.com to offer a webinar on the top 10 ways to generate listings in 2021 on May 18 at 1 p.m. This webinar is being offered at no-charge for all KCRAR and Heartland MLS members and […]
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3 Fair Housing Education Resources REALTORS® Can Use This Month
Though REALTORS® are responsible for upholding Fair Housing law all year, Fair Housing Month can serve as a reminder for real estate professionals to remain vigilant against bias and discrimination. Resources are available through the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and other organizations to help real estate professionals educate and test themselves on their understanding […]
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Code of Ethics Required Training Deadline Approaching
For more than 100 years, the REALTOR® Code of Ethics has set the standard for the consistent business practices of REALTORS®. The promise of upholding this Code is what differentiates REALTORS ® from non-member licensees. It also ensures that not only will consumers be well-served, but that a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect is […]
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KCRAR Education Department Prepares for Post-COVID Education
As the real estate industry and the world learned to adapt to safety practices and social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the KCRAR education department was no different. In 2020, the education department, led by Director of Education Alison Trevor, made quick and necessary changes to how they ordinarily offered education to Kansas […]
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At Home With Diversity Virtual Course to Bring Multicultural Education to KCRAR
KCRAR is once again bringing back the At Home with Diversity Certification course at a discounted rate for its members, but this year, the course will be held virtually via Zoom on April 13, providing an additional level of convenience and the opportunity to accommodate a higher number of students. At Home with Diversity is […]
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CIPS Designation Courses Available to KCRAR Members in April
KCRAR is partnering with Pinellas & Central Pasco REALTOR® Organizations to offer its members the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation courses at a discounted rate. The five courses will be taught virtually between April 8 and April 14, and KCRAR is covering $100 of the cost for each of its members, bringing the registration […]
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‘The Commercial Experience’ Course to Bring Specialized Commercial Training to KCRAR
“The Commercial Experience” is returning to KCRAR, and this year, the two-day course will be offered virtually on March 29 and 30. This class is targeted to new commercial agents or residential agents looking to expand their practice into the commercial market. “I have taken many commercial classes but this was one of the best classes […]
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New Agent Toolkit Now Available Online
The KCRAR education department and Professional Development Committee have developed an online resource for agents who are new to the business. This new agent toolkit is divided into six modules designed for newcomers learning the basics of working in real estate. Modules include: Getting Started Working with Buyers Working with Sellers Scripts Contracts Professionalism Users […]
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