Live Continuing Education on Zoom

LIVE CONTINUING EDUCATION ON ZOOM

We are excited to partner with the following REALTOR® Associations for our upcoming CE offerings:
Heartland Association of REALTORS®
HomeTown Association of REALTORS®
Oak Park Area Association of REALTORS®
Quincy Association of REALTORS®, Inc.
Three Rivers Association of REALTORS®
Illinois REALTORS®

January 21, 2026, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

3 Hour Elective Class
RB770 – Be at the Helm – Navigating Sales Contracts, Offers, Contingencies & Escrow with Instructor Annette Panzek, Designated Managing Broker, ABR, AHWD, CNC, GRI, SFR, SRS
Course No. 564003115 – This course will explore the essential elements of a contract, what agents are authorized to do regarding contract formation, requirements under the IL Real Licensing Act of 2000, and the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, contract negotiations, handling multiple offers, contingencies, disclosures, backup offers, contract default procedures, earnest money, and escrow requirements.
OPAAR Members $35 and Non-Members $45

January 22, 2026, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

3 Hour Elective Class
AGY404 – Buyer Agency Agreements Explained with Instructor Annette Panzek, Designated Managing Broker, ABR, AHWD, CNC, GRI, SFR, SRS
Course No. 564003915 – Master buyer agency agreements with this essential course! Explore buyer agency agreement components, a brief history of buyer representation, and develop a value proposition explaining the importance of an agent’s services. Understand all the legal and ethical issues surrounding discussions with buyers. Learn how to effectively present services, explain compensation, buyer agency contracts, and navigate client resistance.
OPAAR Members $35 and Non-Members $45

February 2 and 3, 2026, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (MUST ATTEND BOTH NIGHTS)

6 Hour Mandatory Core
COR1902 – 6-Hour Illinois Core with Instructor Carrie Little, Managing Broker, CIPS, CNC, E-PRO, PMN, PSA, SFR
Course No. 564004135 – This course fulfills the Illinois Core CE requirement for licensed real estate brokers and managing brokers. It provides critical updates to the Real Estate License Act rules and related legal provisions governing real estate practice in Illinois. Key topics include agency relationships, written brokerage agreements, compensation, disclosures, fair housing compliance, escrow and earnest money procedures, advertising rules, and disciplinary actions. The course emphasizes consumer protection, regulatory compliance, and the ethical responsibilities of licensees. It features practical scenarios and current examples of violations and enforcement to help participants remain compliant and serve clients and the public with integrity.
OPAAR Members $65 and Non-Members $75

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE ABOVE CLASSES (1/21 through 2/3/26).

February 11, 2026, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM

6 Hour Mandatory Core
COR1902 – 6-Hour Illinois Core with Instructor Tod Burghardt, ABR, AHWD, C2EX, ePro, GRI, HFR, PSA, TRC
Course No. 564004135 – This course fulfills the Illinois Core CE requirement for licensed real estate brokers and managing brokers. It provides critical updates to the Real Estate License Act rules and related legal provisions governing real estate practice in Illinois. Key topics include agency relationships, written brokerage agreements, compensation, disclosures, fair housing compliance, escrow and earnest money procedures, advertising rules, and disciplinary actions. The course emphasizes consumer protection, regulatory compliance, and the ethical responsibilities of licensees. It features practical scenarios and current examples of violations and enforcement to help participants remain compliant and serve clients and the public with integrity.
OPAAR Members $65 and Non-Members $75

February 19, 2026, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

2 Hour Elective Class
RD982 – Sexual Harassment Prevention and Real Estate Safety with Instructor Tod Burghardt, ABR, AHWD, C2EX, ePro, GRI, HFR, PSA, TRC
Course No. 564003296 – This 2-hour course is designated to meet the requirements of sexual harassment prevention training required for all IDFPR licensees. In addition, it provides students with information and training on safe interactions with the public during real estate transactions.
OPAAR Members $25 and Non-Members $35

February 19, 2026, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

2 Hour Elective Class
ETH1520 – Code of Ethics: an Evolution with Instructor Tod Burghardt, ABR, AHWD, C2EX, ePro, GRI, HFR, PSA, TRC
Course No. 564003882 – Code of Ethics, an Evolution takes agents back to the formation of a cornerstone in Real Estate – The C.O.E. This course is a comprehensive history of how the Code of Ethics came into being, its sordid history, and highlights the growth and changes of this “Living Document” throughout the years. In addition, this course outlines the penalties and procedures established for agents who violate the C.O.E. through the Citation Program, as administered by Illinois REALTORS®.
OPAAR Members $35 and Non-Members $45

February 20, 2026, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

2 Hour Elective Class
TEC1709 – Mastering Real Estate Search Tools with Instructor Tod Burghardt, ABR, AHWD, C2EX, ePro, GRI, HFR, PSA, TRC
Course No. 564004034 – Mastering Real Estate Tax Search Tools is designed to equip real estate professionals with the skills to conduct property tax searches efficiently using leading online platforms: Remine, Realist, and Realtors Property Resource (RPR). Students will learn to navigate these tools to access detailed property data, historical tax information, ownership records, and predictive analytics. Emphasis is placed on the ethical use of data, in accordance with the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics. By the end of the course, students will be able to effectively utilize these tools to serve clients and make informed property assessments while maintaining compliance with professional standards.
OPAAR Members $25 and Non-Members $35

February 20, 2026, 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

2 Hour Elective Class
TEC1730 – Virtual Real Estate Business with Instructor Tod Burghardt, ABR, AHWD, C2EX, ePro, GRI, HFR, PSA, TRC
Course No. 564003531 – This course will help you identify the most effective virtual tools for your client and expand your technology toolkit to include virtual showings and open houses, live tours, and virtual meetings.
OPAAR Members $25 and Non-Members $35

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE ABOVE CLASSES (2/11 through 2/20/26).

Questions? Contact us at 708.386.0150 or info@oakparkrealtors.org.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL CE CLASSES!

All classes will be conducted LIVE on ZOOM and are interactive.
The Zoom links will be sent to you after registration and payment is received, and closer to the class date.
All students must have a computer with a camera and microphone capabilities.
Note: A $25 No-Show Fee Will Be Charged for missed classes. To avoid the No-Show Fee, you must send a written cancellation request to Info@oakparkrealtors.org by 3:00 PM the day before the class is scheduled to begin.
It is illegal in Illinois to operate a motor vehicle while in an ONLINE class. We will have to remove you from the ZOOM class if this occurs, and you will not receive credit for the class.
By registering for this event, you acknowledge and consent that the Associations may capture photographs and/or video footage of you during our events. We reserve the right to utilize those photographs and recordings for various purposes, including social media and publicity, without providing additional compensation to you. All such visual content remains the exclusive property of the Associations.
Unauthorized recordings are prohibited without prior authorization from the Associations.
We are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive experience for our community. We do not tolerate harassment in any form and appreciate your professionalism while attending our events.
Thank you for being a part of our community and helping us maintain a positive and respectful atmosphere for all participants.
Class Cancellation Policy – Classes are subject to a minimum enrollment requirement. If the minimum number of registrants is not met, we reserve the right to cancel the class. In the event of a cancellation, all registered participants will be notified in advance, and any registration fees paid will be fully refunded or applied to a future class.

Live Continuing Education on Zoom