REALTOR® Fest 2021
In addition to the continuing education classes offered throughout REALTOR® Fest 2021, there will also be opportunities for learning and networking at various events and panels over the course of the week. Each of these events is complimentary with your registration. See below for all the details!
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Food for Thought Lunchtime Sessions & Virtual Happy Hour
7/12: The world has changed! What we have learned as REALTORS® and where we go from here
Monday, July 12, 12:15-1 p.m.
We’ve been on quite a ride in the past year. And as we finally see a light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, it’s obvious our lives and work won’t be the same as they used to be for quite a while – if ever. What are the biggest changes that have affected the real estate industry? Which of those changes may stick around – and which of the “old ways of doing things” will come back in full force?
Join this panel of your fellow REALTORS®, moderated by GCAAR President Jan Brito, for a conversation about what the future of the industry may look like in the post-pandemic world.
Thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, Capital Area Realtors® Federal Credit Union!
7/14: You're Using Social Media All Wrong! with expert Dustin Brohm
Wednesday, July 14, 12:15-1 p.m.
Dustin Brohm knows just how well a solid marketing strategy can impact a REALTOR®’s business. As host of “The Massive Agent Podcast” and owner of real-estate education brand Massive Agent™️, he provides actionable real estate marketing tips and strategies for real estate pros everywhere to bring in more leads and sell more homes. During this discussion, moderated by GCAAR President-Elect Harrison Beacher, Brohm will share his best social media ideas and tips for REALTORS® of ALL experience levels. As he likes to say, “if he can do it, YOU can do it!”
Thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, Classic Settlements!
7/15: Virtual Happy Hour
Thursday, July 15, 5-6 p.m.
It’s time to take a well-deserved break from your long week of continuing education classes, grab a drink or a bite to eat and network virtually with your peers! Registrants will receive drink recipes to try at home – AND we’ll be doing a live drawing for great giveaways from our sponsors, including:
- Fishing trip for 6 in the Chesapeake Bay provided by Eastern Title
- $200 Visa gift card provided by Compass
- $100 American Express gift card provided by Classic Settlements
- $50 Amazon gift card provided by ShowingTime
- Certificate for junk removal service provided by 123Junk
- $100 MasterCard gift card provided by EagleBank
- $250 Amazon gift card provided by Paragon Title
- $100 Visa gift card provided by Donofrio & Associates, LLC
7/16: What can we do for you? Getting the most out of your REALTOR® Association benefits
Friday, July 16, 12:15-1 p.m.
You’re a GCAAR member… so what’s in it for you? As you’ll learn during this panel, moderated by GCAAR President Jan Brito and GCAAR CEO Ed Krauze, membership has its privileges – and the more you put into it, the more you get out of it. GCAAR delivers the advocacy, education, resources and services you need to build your career, enhance your network and excel in the local, state and national real-estate industries. Learn about all these benefits and how you can maximize your GCAAR membership during this lively, interactive session.
Sponsor Professional Development Sessions
7/12: Title Basics
Monday, July 12 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Sponsored by Eastern Title & Settlement
Come learn what a title company does to help with a successful closing, as well as the ins and outs of title insurance.
7/12: Seller Leads and Social Media
Monday, July 12 11 a.m. – noon
Sponsored by Keller Williams Capital Properties
With this session, you will learn how to find and convert seller leads, and successfully market those listings through social media.
7/12: How Staging Can Work for You
Monday, July 12 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Town & Country Movers, Inc.
This session will highlight the benefits of staging in the Real Estate market. We will cover how staging will allow for homes to sell quicker and for maximized profit by utilizing all resources available.
7/13: Stay Top of Mind with your Clients, from Showing to Closing and Beyond
Tuesday, July 13, 11 a.m. – noon
Sponsored by Fulton Mortgage Company
In this session, you’ll learn the many strategies you can use to stay top-of-mind with your clients, including co-marketing, social media sharing, email marketing and staying up to date on housing market trends.
7/13: Get More Leads, Close More Deals
Tuesday, July 13, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Sponsored by The District of Columbia Chapter of National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM)
This session will teach you how to enhance your marketing techniques to get more leads, improve your sales process and sign more clients.
7/14: Bright MLS Tips and Tricks
Wednesday, July 14, 11 a.m. – noon
Sponsored by Bright MLS
Super charge your workflow with tips for efficient searching, using wildcards, creating custom results, map tools, auto email options, reverse prospecting, notification settings and much more.
7/14: Using the Internet to be a better REALTOR®
Wednesday, July 14, 3-4 p.m.
Sponsored by Classic Settlements
This session will enhance your knowledge and skillset by teaching you tips and tricks you can use to move your business forward. Learn how certain websites can help make you a better negotiator and have a stronger listing presentation, along with many other useful and resourceful practices.
7/15: Capital Area Realtors® Federal Credit Union Q&A
Thursday, July 15, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Sponsored by Capital Area Realtors® Federal Credit Union
This session will cover all the basics! Join us with any questions you may have.
7/15: Winning the Bid
Thursday, July 15, 11 a.m. – noon
Sponsored by Compass
Come learn the techniques for how to win the bid when there are multiple contracts.
7/15: Short Sales
Thursday, July 15, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Michaels Title & Escrow
Prepare for the next TIDAL WAVE! Find out the differences between now and the Great Recession, and understand how to prepare for:
- The end of forbearances
- The courts lifting restrictions on foreclosures and homeowners falling behind with little or no ability to pay with or without equity
- Capturing the market and staying within the law
7/15: Do Good Deeds
Thursday, July 15, 3-4 p.m.
Sponsored by Jill Pogach Michaels Law
Prepare for the next TIDAL WAVE! Find out the differences between now and the Great Recession, and understand how to prepare for:
- The end of forbearances
- The courts lifting restrictions on foreclosures and homeowners falling behind with little or no ability to pay with or without equity
- Capturing the market and staying within the law