Colorado Real Estate GRI Courses Online

This course introduces the elements, terminology, and principles of appraisal. The three approaches to value, as well as the forces that influence them are explored in some detail. Practical exercises allow the student to apply each approach to real-life situations.

Approved States: CO

Business planning is one of the least practiced aspects of the real estate business, and yet one of the most important. It is a detailed description of exactly how a real estate licensee or broker intends to create and operate their business. This course covers the creation of a business plan as well as goal setting, income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and the preparation of financial and statistical information for use in goal-setting and business planning. This course is only available for GRI designation credit.

Approved States: CO

Many environmental problems relate to the use of land and thus have implications for land markets and real estate. State and federal environmental laws can affect many areas of the real estate business. This course covers land use and urban growth patterns, federal and state regulations, disclosure of adverse conditions, and property rights.

Approved States: CO

The ethical considerations relating to the new role of transaction broker, and for buyer agents, have mandated changes in the NAR Code of Ethics. Since 1995, the National Association of REALTORS® has continued to revise and expand the Code of Ethics. Every REALTOR® is required to complete minimum Ethics training every four years as mandated by NAR.

Approved States: CO

A real estate licensee’s awareness of federal fair housing laws and sensitivity to consumer diversity is vital to business success, reputation, and growth. Licensees will learn why it is necessary to understand fair housing laws and the impact that both fair housing and diversity have on their business.

Approved States: CO,NE

Being aware of the latest developments in finance helps to clarify the economic status and affordability of the real estate market for clients. Understanding the fundamentals of mortgage finance is foundational to a successful real estate sales business and the ability to deliver valuable services to consumers.

Approved States: CO,NE

One of the keys to a successful real estate practice is understanding the fundamentals of contract law, including the process of offer, counteroffer, and acceptance. In this course, participants will learn to serve as a valuable resource to all parties involved in the real estate transaction while staying within the boundaries of the law when completing listing and sales contracts.

Approved States: CO

The course covers the elements of a typical international transaction, as well as focuses on ensuring that the activities of the real estate practitioner and of the international citizen are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Approved States: CO,NE,OK,TX,WA

The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of residential construction and to familiarize the student with general construction procedures, terminology, and new home warranties. Building codes, lien law requirements, and contractor licensing are included in this overview, along with the single-family home pre-sale inspection process.

Approved States: CO

This course provides an introduction to investment real estate. Real estate investment terminology, taxation, and principles of investing in real estate will be reviewed. Students will complete and analyze cash flow and tax analysis forms, cash flows after tax, as well as net operating income.

Approved States: CO

Learning how to take a proactive role in preventing legal violations will reduce a real estate licensee’s exposure to liability. In this course we will exam the common law as well as Federal and State statutes that govern real estate transactions. The course covers general business practices and liability, fair housing and related laws, agency, contract risk, and the application of these topics to real world case studies.

Approved States: CO

To survive in the real estate marketplace, today’s licensee must differentiate him or herself to obtain and retain customers. The purpose of this course is to review the elements necessary to create a personal promotion plan, and apply ethical and professional sales and marketing strategies to the buying and selling of real estate.

Approved States: CO

The purpose of this course is to provide participants with negotiating and counseling knowledge and skills—resulting in increased productivity, income, and effectiveness. Real estate counseling differs from typical brokerage services, and students will be introduced to the ethical and legal obligations and duties a real estate professional owes to their clients in this role.

Approved States: CO

This course discusses taxes related to a real estate licensee’s business and how this interacts with the client's transaction. Topics include choosing an accountant, independent contractor status, deductions, expenses, estimated taxes, retirement and savings plans, and record keeping.

Approved States: CO

Real estate licensees have invested a great deal of time and millions of dollars building and improving real estate technology. This course is designed to increase the individual licensees awareness of key issues while increasing productivity through the use of Technology.

Approved States: CO