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AI in Real Estate Webinar: Getting Started Without the Overwhelm

AI is already shaping how agents market, communicate, and manage their business — but how do you actually use it day to day? Join us for a practical, beginner-friendly webinar exploring how AI is being used in real estate and where it fits into an agent's workflow. Walk away with real examples and clear next steps to use AI in your business with confidence. 

March 29, 2026 Read more

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Commercial Real Estate Basics: A Guide for Agents Looking to Expand

Thinking about adding commercial real estate (CRE) to your business? This guide breaks down how CRE works, how it fits alongside residential, and what agents should know before expanding.

February 6, 2026 Read more
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March Webinar: So, You Want to Work in Real Estate? A Career Changer's Guide to the Industry

Is this the year you make a change into a career you really love? Come and learn how you can shine in real estate! You'll meet The CE Shop Instructor and National Real Estate Expert, Amy Adams, and hear how she made the leap from hairstylist to top Georgia real estate broker. You’ll also meet past graduates of The CE Shop, hear their career switch stories, and start planting the seeds for your own career transition. Don't miss the Q&A segment where you can ask all your burning questions.

February 3, 2026 Read more

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Real Estate Prospecting Ideas: How to Find and Convert More Leads

Whether you’re new to real estate or refining your process, prospecting remains a critical part of long-term success. The right strategies help you build stronger relationships, stay top of mind with your sphere, and create predictable growth at every stage of your career.

January 8, 2026 Read more
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New Webinar: Adapt & Thrive in 2026 – Real Estate Strategies for a Changing Market

What would make this a successful year *for you* in real estate? In our new monthly webinar series — *Open House: Conversations in Real Estate* — we invite you into meaningful discussions designed to help turn your goals into action and support you at every stage of your career. Each month, we’ll explore the industry’s biggest questions, share practical insights, and build a community along the way. So, whether you’re in your first year or your 15th, be sure to join this conversation. 

January 8, 2026 Read more

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Real Estate License Reciprocity and Portability Guide

Real estate license reciprocity gives agents an opportunity to secure a license in a new state. This guide from The CE Shop explains real estate license reciprocity from state to state.

December 31, 2025 Read more
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The Power of Shadowing a Real Estate Agent

Online research and course materials can give you a sense of the job, but nothing compares to seeing a real day in action. Shadowing an experienced agent offers a deeper look at the profession and a more practical way to learn. Here are our best tips, plus insights from The CE Shop’s National Real Estate Expert, Jill Malloy, on how to shadow a real estate agent and what you’ll gain from the experience. 

December 30, 2025 Read more
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Help Buyers Compare Homes with This House-Hunting Checklist

Simplify your buyer’s home search with this free house-hunting checklist! This simple tool helps your buyers easily compare homes, note likes and dislikes, and have a more intentional home-shopping experience. 

September 29, 2025 Read more
The CE Shop Alumni Stories: Interviewing Shane Arnott

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The CE Shop Alumni Stories: Interviewing Shane Arnott

From a 16-year career in law enforcement to building multiple successful businesses, Shane Arnott’s journey into real estate has been anything but conventional. Read our interview with him here!

September 19, 2025 Read more

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4 Tips to Ease Homebuyers' Minds in Today's Changing Market

The homebuying process can feel like a lot to navigate, especially in today’s market. With higher interest rates and fast-moving homes, it’s easy for buyers — especially first-timers — to feel uncertain about what’s next. But this is where real estate agents can shine. Here are four key pieces of advice to share with them, so they can move forward with clarity and peace of mind.

September 10, 2025 Read more