This course will review the history of the Code of Ethics as it relates to its origins, its influence on state licensing laws and its establishment of arbitration as the monetary dispute resolution process between REALTORS®. Finally, we will apply the REALTOR® Code of Ethics Articles to everyday real estate practices.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
8:00 am - 11:00 am MT | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CT
3 hours required CE credit
Approved by South Dakota DLR
Course ID: 5627R326
This course aims to focus on the importance and history of the Federal Fair Housing Act and its application in today's real estate environment. We will discuss how the Department of Housing and Urban Development enforces the Federal Fair Housing Act as well as review the most common discriminatory practices like service and assistive animals and how to best handle a reasonable accommodation request. We will also examine examples of Federal Fair Housing complaints and discuss Federal Fair Housing initiatives and resources.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
8:00 am – 11:00 am MT | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CT
3 hours required CE credit
Approved by South Dakota DLR
Course ID: 5630R326
Let’s discuss the purpose of a negotiation. We’ll cover what is required from the client and the agent for a successful outcome. This course will explore personal negotiating styles and how to recognize that of your counterpart. Finally, we will uncover an array of tools, tips, and techniques to help master the art of a negotiation for the real estate transaction.
Thursday, May 15, 2025
8:00 am - 11:00 am MT | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CT
3 hours required CE credit
Approved by South Dakota DLR
Course ID: 5624R326
There are thousands of market forces at play in determining the value of a single piece of real estate. This course explores theories behind why the market reacts the way it does and why buyers and sellers make certain decisions. The agent will gain knowledge of how the rise and fall of interest rates can cause a drastic effect on home prices as well as home demand. This course will explore the tragedy of the commons in determining whether a decision is in the best interest of a single person or for the entire community. Finally, we will suggest strategies to help clients reach an agreement with their counterpart in a negotiation.
Thursday, May 15, 2025
11:30am to 2:30pm MT | 12:30pm to 3:30pm CT
3 hours elective CE credit
Approved by South Dakota DLR
Course ID: 5626E326
