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Real Estate

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

Appraisal

Top Ways to Increase Property Value According to Appraisers

Not every improvement buyers care about shows up in appraised value — and not every expensive upgrade is worth the money put into it. Here's a peek at what appraisers are actually seeing in the field as we move into 2026, and how certain “trendy” upgrades translate (or don’t) into supported value under appraisal standards.

January 30, 2026 Read more
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Appraisal

Market Outlook: How Appraisers Can Make the Most of 2026

It's 2026, and most signs point to a period of rebalancing in real estate — but there are some changes getting ready to rock the appraisal world. To help make sense of it all, we spoke with The CE Shop’s National Appraisal Expert and USPAP Instructor Rebecca (Becky) Jones about where appraisers may find opportunity in 2026, and how to prepare your practice to stay resilient no matter how the market moves.

January 9, 2026 Read more

Real Estate

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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Real Estate

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

Real Estate

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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Real Estate

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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Mortgage

2026 Mortgage Predictions and Opportunities: Our Expert Weighs In

Mortgage rates will stabilize. Affordability challenges will ease. Credit quality matters more. What do these mortgage predictions mean for MLOs? The CE Shop’s National Mortgage Expert Michelle White breaks it all down and shows us the opportunities of 2026.  

December 30, 2025 Read more
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Mortgage

2026 Housing Market Predictions Every Real Estate Agent Should Know

Is a housing market reset coming in 2026? Explore forecasts for home sales, mortgage rates, affordability, and what they mean for real estate agents. Plus, get exclusive insights from The CE Shop experts. 

December 20, 2025 Read more
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Mortgage

Plan a Stronger 2026 with This Mortgage Business Planning Worksheet

Kickstart your 2026 mortgage business with our free goal-setting worksheet for loan officers and brokers. Reflect, plan, and set clear goals for a stronger year ahead. 

November 21, 2025 Read more

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