Post License Fundamentals

$89.00

8 CE Hours

This is the main required class developed by IREC for licensees renewing for the first time or for any seasoned agent seeking a refresher on the “basics”. Covers the process of working through a transaction with buyers & sellers.

Post License Fundamentals (POST001) 8 CE Hours:

This is the main required class developed by IREC for licensees
renewing for the first time or for any seasoned agent seeking
a refresher on the “basics”. Covers the process of working
through a transaction with buyers & sellers.

Working with Buyers and Sellers in Real Estate is a specialized course designed to equip real estate professionals with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to effectively serve the needs of both buyers and sellers in the real estate market. Whether you’re a licensed real estate agent looking to enhance your client representation skills or an individual interested in understanding the intricacies of buying and selling real estate, this course offers practical insights and actionable techniques for success.

Key topics covered in this course include:

  1. Understanding Buyer and Seller Dynamics: Exploration of the unique perspectives, motivations, and expectations of buyers and sellers in real estate transactions.
  2. Buyer Representation: Strategies for effectively representing buyers, including assessing needs, conducting property searches, scheduling viewings, and negotiating offers.
  3. Seller Representation: Techniques for providing comprehensive representation to sellers, including property valuation, marketing strategies, listing presentations, and negotiation tactics.
  4. Market Analysis and Pricing: Analysis of market trends, comparative market analysis (CMA), pricing strategies, and setting realistic expectations for buyers and sellers.
  5. Offer Negotiation and Transaction Management: Best practices for negotiating offers, handling counteroffers, navigating contingencies, and managing the transaction process from contract to closing.
  6. Legal and Ethical Considerations: Overview of legal obligations, agency responsibilities, disclosure requirements, fair housing laws, and ethical standards in representing buyers and sellers.
  7. Client Communication and Relationship Management: Strategies for building rapport, maintaining clear communication, managing expectations, and fostering positive client relationships throughout the transaction.
  8. Handling Challenges and Objections: Techniques for addressing common challenges and objections encountered when working with buyers and sellers, such as pricing disagreements, inspection issues, and financing concerns.
  9. Continuing Education and Professional Development: Resources and opportunities for ongoing education, professional development, and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.

Through a combination of lectures, case studies, role-playing exercises, and real-world scenarios, students will gain practical experience and confidence in working with buyers and sellers in real estate transactions. Emphasis will be placed on developing strong communication skills, negotiation abilities, and ethical decision-making, ultimately preparing students to deliver exceptional service and achieve successful outcomes for their clients in the competitive real estate market.

 

Dates

1/15/25 and 1/16/25 via Zoom 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Each Day (Mountain Time), 4/16/25 and 4/17/25 via Zoom 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Each Day (Mountain Time), 6/18/25 and 6/19/25 via Zoom 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Each Day (Mountain Time), 8/25/25 and 8/26/25 via Zoom 1:00-5:00 PM Each Day (Mountain Time), 10/22/25 and 10/23/25 via Zoom 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Each Day (Mountain Time), 12/15/25 and 12/16/25 via Zoom 1:00-5:00 PM Each Day (Mountain Time)