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The National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) Global Perspective states that each year, foreign clients purchase billions of dollars of real estate in the U.S. and abroad. Whether you are a novice or a veteran in the international real estate business, enroll in this our newest CE course, Build A Successful International Real Estate Business, at the Chicago Association of REALTORS® to learn the latest strategies to work with international clients.
Topics Covered:
Acquire an Education. You will learn a step-by-step transaction process to work successfully with inbound and outbound clients. It covers currency and financial issues, world conditions, legal and political concerns and government laws.
Find Your Niche. It is impossible to be an expert in any area of real estate, but it’s even more difficult in the international real estate arena. This course will show you how to find your niche and build a team of experts.
Understand Cultural Nuances. It will illustrate how cultural nuances can impact a transaction. You will learn the business and interpersonal customs in each of the countries where you are doing business.
Learn Marketing and Networking Techniques. You will develop a cohesive marketing and networking process to work with clients and identify additional education and networking opportunities to expand your business.
Stay Up to Date. We in the U.S. excel in real estate know-how, but it is harder to handle yourself in a very professional manner in global real estate. This course will pinpoint the best reliable data, tools and resources to be prosperous in the field.
Have a Plan. Last, but not least, you will create a framework for your international real estate business plan.
Instructor Margot Weinstein has been conducting international real estate transactions and teaching international courses, including at Homburg Academy and the University of Chicago, for many years. She holds NAR’s Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) Designation and belongs to the CIPS Network. She is known for providing cutting-edge information in a fun and understandable way.
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Precautionary Measures and Information Regarding COVID-19
As COVID-19 is predominantly spread through close contact, out of an abundance of caution, all in-person classes scheduled through April 30 will take place virtually.
RRES staff has reached out to those of you who have registered for an affected class with an option to transfer into an online option or reschedule for a later classroom date. CAR to You is available in the meantime to assist you with your education needs and we have a variety of classes being offered online and via webinar for your continued development.