April

• CRMLS Compliance Update: Avoid Risks!Tue. 21 Apr, 2026 (10:00 am - 11:00 am)Education WebinarAvoid CRMLS Violations: Learn How to Navigate Recent Rule Changes! This must-attend webinar will ensure you stay current with the latest CRMLS compliance requirements. We’ll review recent rule changes, highlight common violations, and share best practices for keeping your listings compliant, before issues turn into penalties. You’ll gain timely insights on how to avoid fines, maintain a smooth workflow, and uphold the highest standards of real estate professionalism. Essential for agents who want to stay informed, compliant, and protected in an evolving market. Topics Include:  CRMLS Rules & Policies  Compensation Rules Clear Cooperation Policy Coming Soon Status  Showings and Buyer Rep Agreements Registered Process  CA AB 723 (Digitally Enhanced Images) takes effect January 1, 2026  CRMLS Updates!             Instructor: Jeffrey W. Smetana, Esq.   Director of Compliance/Assistant General Counsel Members: FREE
• Paragon: Managing Listings; Infosparks Market Statistics; Cloud CMAMon. 27 Apr, 2026 (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)In Person EventJoin us at 1903 Wright Pl., #120, Carlsbad, CA, 92008 Managing Listings: Creating top-quality listings in CRMLS Paragon is crucial to your success. Accurate and engaging listings not only increase your chance of making sales, but also help you avoid common violations. This course covers basic and advanced techniques for entering, updating, and managing listings, as well as improves your understanding of the MLS Rules and Policies. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user, this course can benefit you. Topics include: Using CRS Tax data to autofill and maintain listings Creating an Open House Registered Listings Coming Soon listings Reverse Prospecting: see searches where your listing(s) appeared Compliance best practices and insigh InfoSparks Market Statistics: InfoSparks’ accessible market statistics translates local geographical information and housing variables into easy-to-understand graphs and charts. This class covers how to use InfoSparks within all CRMLS MLS systems. Cloud CMA: Create comprehensive, personalized, and interactive reports for your buyers and sellers with Cloud CMA, an online comparative market analysis (CMA) report generator. Featuring built-in integration with Zoom, Skype, and Google Meet, you can give presentations to anyone, anywhere, anytime. This course will teach you how to create: CMAs Buyer tours Single property reports Property flyers …and more.
• VA Home Loans 101: How to Serve More Military & Veteran BuyersTue. 28 Apr, 2026 (10:00 am - 11:00 am)Education WebinarHow to Serve More Military & Veteran Buyers! San Diego County has one of the largest active-duty and veteran populations in the country, yet many agents still misunderstand how VA financing works. This practical workshop breaks down the VA home loan from a real-world transaction perspective — covering veteran demographics, common myths, and the contract strategies that help agents confidently serve military buyers and get more VA offers accepted.  Key Topics Covered: Understanding the VA Buyer: Military demographics in San Diego and where the opportunities are for agents VA Loan Fundamentals: Zero down, VA entitlement, funding fees, and how VA compares to conventional financing Writing Strong VA Offers: Appraisals, tidewater, seller concessions, and negotiation strategies Common VA Misconceptions: Minimum property requirements, VA Condos, timelines, and why VA deals don’t have to be harder Transaction Tips for Agents: Working with PCS timelines, active-duty clients, and smooth escrow management Presenter: Dan Lehman Daniel Lehman is a Marine Corps veteran and mortgage industry leader specializing in VA home loans. After his time in the U.S. Marine Corps, he transitioned into finance to help military families build wealth through homeownership. As founder of The Lehman Group, Daniel has spent more than two decades educating veterans, real estate professionals, and military families on maximizing their VA benefits. He is the author of The VA Home Loan Field Manual and an advocate for financial education within the San Diego military and veteran communities. Members: $10 All Others  (Outside of NSDCR): $20 (To register, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)