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			1	2 Thu, Aug 2, 5:00pm – 7:00pm After Hours (at Spare Time) LOCATION Spare Time (5518 Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37411) DESCRIPTION REALTOR MEMBERS: Join us for this fun (and free!) networking event. Get to know your fellow Realtor Members as well as Affiliate Sponsors. You bring the personality and good conversation - we'll provide appetizers and drink tickets. Deal? Deal. Did someone say "cash prizes"? Enter your business card at the event for a drawing every 20 minutes for $20 cash. This is a free event, but RSVP is request so we can plan accordingly. Hosted by the Greater Chattanooga Realtors Affiliate Council Attendance by Affiliate Members is limited only to those who are registered as event sponsors for a particular event. For more details, contact marie@gcar.net or 423.702.7424. COST Free Register DETAILS	3 Fri, Aug 3, 8:30am – 9:45am Ambassador Meeting LOCATION Arrow Exterminators 3501 Amnicola Highway Chattanooga, TN 37406 DESCRIPTION Breakfast: 8:30 am Meeting 9-9:45 am This meeting is for 2018 Ambassadors only. See Ambassador's Program page for details. DETAILS	4
5	6	7 Tue, Aug 7, 3:00pm – 4:00pm Getting Started with RPR LOCATION Your own office or computer DESCRIPTION When considering adoption of a new business tool, new and seasoned REALTORS® unanimously want to know “what will it do for me and how will it help my business?” Realtors Property Resource® (RPR®) is designed exclusively for that purpose: to help REALTORS® achieve professional success by providing them with an unparalleled platform of dynamic data and persuasive reports that help attract, retain and lead clients to the closing table. Ready to get started? Join this free workshop to learn how to: • Set up your account and profile • Navigate the site to your advantage • Research properties, markets, neighborhoods, and schools • Create branded property, seller’s, and market activity reports, valuation workbooks and flyers • Tap into RPR’s App for instant, on-the-go access Realtors Property Resource® (RPR®), one of the most innovative benefits included in your NAR membership, is offered at no additional cost. COST Free Register DETAILS	8 Wed, Aug 8, 9:00am – 8:30pm Snack Pack LOCATION East Brainerd Church of Christ (7745 E. Brainerd Road) DESCRIPTION Through Greater Chattanooga Realtors' partnership with the Snack Pack Ministry, the Association helps put food in the hands of Hamilton County school children, who would otherwise go without food on the weekends. We pack the first Wednesday of each month (during months school is in session). You do not need to register to participate - just show up at either (or both) time slot, and we will put you to work for a good cause. Families are welcome! 9:00 am to assist with Set-Up 6:30 pm to fill Snack Packs Snack Packs Flyer DETAILS	9	10	11
12	13	14 Tue, Aug 14, 8:30am – 5:00pm CRS201 Listing Strategies for the Residential Specialist Co-Sponsor: Tennessee Residential Real Estate Council LOCATION Beginning July 12th, 2018 all classes held at Chattanooga State Community College (4501 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37406) DESCRIPTION Listing presentations are critical to winning new business, especially during a period of low inventory. Only those professionals who learn proven listing strategies will earn the trust of new clients and increase their conversion rates. This course covers important skills for conducting effective listing presentations, pricing a home to sell, closing the transaction and marketing and promoting effectively. Students will go through an actual listing presentation that will help them understand the key steps in the process and create a system for success. Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will be able to: • Utilize more effective pricing and marketing strategies! • Apply a new vocabulary to become partners with the home- owner in the marketing process! • Avoid death by market data/CMA! • Utilize effective strategies to sell home for more money in less time! • Embrace your new role as a marketing realtor, not a listing agent! • Apply new scripts and dialogues that will enable you to land every listing! WE HAVE GONE PAPERLESS, HOWEVER THERE IS NOT A HANDOUT THAT YOU NEED TO PRINT FOR THIS CLASS. INSTRUCTOR Gee Dunsten CE HOURS 16 hours TN & 15 hours GA COST GCAR Members: $150 / Non-Members: $175 / CRS/RRC Member: $100 Register DETAILS Tue, Aug 14, 10:30am – 1:30pm Association Closed for Luncheon DESCRIPTION The Association's office will be closed 10:30 am-1:30 pm to enable staff to attend our annual Economic Outlook Luncheon. DETAILS Tue, Aug 14, 11:30am – 1:00pm Economic Outlook Luncheon Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® and Home Builders Association of Greater Chattanooga LOCATION Chattanooga Marriott Downtown (2 Carter Plaza) DESCRIPTION (Posted 8.16.18: See Lawrence Yun's presentation. For media inquiries, or more information: info@gcar.net or call 423.702.7432) Join us for the annual Economic Outlook Luncheon co-hosted by Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® and the Home Builders Association of Greater Chattanooga. We'll take a look at how the Chattanooga region has thrived and changed in the past year and what's to come. Tickets go quickly so purchase yours today (info below). Keynote: Lawrence Yun, Ph.D. National Association of Realtors Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research Dr. Yun will discuss recent developments in the national and local housing market and how those developments will impact the Chattanooga region’s economy. Dr. Yun will provide insight for Chattanooga’s real estate market and the direction of home prices in the next 12 to 24 months. In addition, Dr. Yun will review past housing cycles and low oil/strong dollar impact to forecast Chattanooga’s economy and housing market. COST Tickets available until Tuesday, August 7th. Please note that tickets usually sell out well in advance and we are unable to accommodate walk-ins/late registration. $20 for members of the event hosts Greater Chattanooga REALTORS: click here HBAGC: click here $25 for non-members: 423.698.8001 / info@gcar.net Register DETAILS	15 Tue, Aug 14, 8:30am – 5:00pm CRS201 Listing Strategies for the Residential Specialist Co-Sponsor: Tennessee Residential Real Estate Council LOCATION Beginning July 12th, 2018 all classes held at Chattanooga State Community College (4501 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37406) DESCRIPTION Listing presentations are critical to winning new business, especially during a period of low inventory. Only those professionals who learn proven listing strategies will earn the trust of new clients and increase their conversion rates. This course covers important skills for conducting effective listing presentations, pricing a home to sell, closing the transaction and marketing and promoting effectively. Students will go through an actual listing presentation that will help them understand the key steps in the process and create a system for success. Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will be able to: • Utilize more effective pricing and marketing strategies! • Apply a new vocabulary to become partners with the home- owner in the marketing process! • Avoid death by market data/CMA! • Utilize effective strategies to sell home for more money in less time! • Embrace your new role as a marketing realtor, not a listing agent! • Apply new scripts and dialogues that will enable you to land every listing! WE HAVE GONE PAPERLESS, HOWEVER THERE IS NOT A HANDOUT THAT YOU NEED TO PRINT FOR THIS CLASS. INSTRUCTOR Gee Dunsten CE HOURS 16 hours TN & 15 hours GA COST GCAR Members: $150 / Non-Members: $175 / CRS/RRC Member: $100 Register DETAILS	16 Thu, Aug 16, 11:30am – 1:30pm RRC/CRS Lunch & Learn with Jennifer Flynn Tennessee RRC / CRS LOCATION Chattanooga State Technical Community College (4501 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37406) HSC Building Room 1038 DESCRIPTION The Tennseess RRC / CRS invites all members to their August Lunch & Learn with Jennifer Flynn, TDOT's Communication Relations Officer. Haynes will discuss "Road Work Ahead". All REALTORS Are Welcome CRS / RRC Members Are Encouraged to Attend Approved for 1 Credit Hour toward the Designation Maintenance Requirement Lunch Included INSTRUCTOR Jennifer Flynn CE HOURS 1 Hour toward the Designation Maintenance Requirement COST Payable at the door: CRS Members: $10.00 Non-CRS Member: $12.00 Register DETAILS Thu, Aug 16, 1:00pm – 2:00pm RPR for Residential Investment Analyses REALTORS Property Resource® LOCATION Your own office or computer DESCRIPTION Clients with questions about residential property investment can be better served by tapping into RPR’s extensive commercial property database, investment analysis tool, and decision-prompting reports. Join this workshop to learn how to come up with the most accurate investment scenario possible for your clients. You’ll learn to: Use historical data, zoning maps, and flood maps to evaluate a potential investment property and identify distressed properties that might present a good investment opportunity. Use RPR’s investment analysis tool to run on-the-spot financial scenarios and analyze a property for long term hold or short term flip. Wrap it all up with customizable, client-friendly reports that lead to informed decisions. COST Free Register DETAILS Thu, Aug 16, 1:00pm – 2:00pm Open House Tips & Tricks from RPR Realtors Property Resource® LOCATION Your own office or computer DESCRIPTION Join us for this insightful look into how RPR’s dynamic data, impressive reporting tools, and one-of-a-kind app will engage, capture and retain clients at your next open house. Learn everything there is to know about the area, create wow-factor marketing materials, and pick up a few good icebreaker ideas for making a positive and lasting impression on your soon-to-be new clients. COST Free Register DETAILS	17 Fri, Aug 17, 12:00pm – 12:30pm Contact Management on Mobile Flexmls LOCATION Your own office or computer DESCRIPTION Join us for this 30-minute webinar that will review how to add a new prospect, create a search, add a subscription plus more within Flexmls Pro. COST Free Register DETAILS Fri, Aug 17, 2:00pm – 2:30pm Design and Deliver a Successful Buyer Tour With RPR LOCATION Your own office or computer DESCRIPTION There are several, simple yet highly rewarding steps a REALTOR® can take to ensure a successful buyer’s tour. From complete and accurate preparation, to mapping out the tour, and finally following-up with decision-prompting data, RPR® has all of your business-building bases covered. Join this free workshop to learn how to use RPR to create and manage a productive buyer tour. You will learn how to: • Establish buyer need and expectation, and then confidently educate him/her on what the local market brings to bear • Conduct a thorough property search by active, pending and sold listings; distressed properties, neighborhoods, schools, distance, and more • Generate an attention-grabbing report for each of the properties on your tour, complete with your contact information, photos, and basic facts about the listing • Create a follow-up email strategy using advanced RPR reports for enhanced information sharing • Scope out those last-minute property sightings using the RPR app, including FSBOs Realtors Property Resource® (RPR®), one of the most innovative benefits included in your NAR membership, is offered at no additional cost. COST Free Register DETAILS	18
19	20	21 Tue, Aug 21, 12:00pm – 2:00pm Membership Luncheon & RPAC Event Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® Northwest Georgia Council LOCATION The Colonnade (264 Catoosa Cir, Ringgold, GA 30736) DESCRIPTION Our next Membership Luncheon includes a side of friendly competition! Bring your appetite and trivia A-game to our next Membership Luncheon. Compete solo or put together the ultimate trivia team to duke it out for a trophy and the ever-important bragging rights RSVP by August 14: email Christy Auld or call 423.698.8001. DETAILS	22	23	24 Fri, Aug 24, 5:00pm – 5:00pm Officer & Director Applications Due DESCRIPTION BE A PART OF THE CHANGE: The Board of Directors gives the Association direction and focus as we respond to the ever-changing real estate industry. The Nominating Committee is accepting applications for: 2019 President-Elect 2019 Secretary-Treasurer 2019-20 Director Applications due August 24, 2018 @ 5 p.m. Download Position Criteria and Application DETAILS	25
26	27	28	29 Wed, Aug 29, 3:00pm – 4:00pm Flexmls Customizations Flexmls LOCATION Your own office or computer DESCRIPTION Join us for this 60-minute webinar that will explain what features in Flexmls you can customize. COST Free Register DETAILS	30	31