Contract Writing

29 Apr

4.29.24 Contract Writing

4.29.24 Contract Writing

Monday, April 29, 2024 (8:00 AM to 2:50 PM)
6 Hrs Real Estate Contracts/6 Hrs Writing Contracts CE Hours
Hillsdale Conference Center-Classroom, Charlottesville, Virginia

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Understanding the intricacies of valid and binding real estate contracts is crucial. These contracts serve as the foundation of transactions, impacting both professionals and consumers. This course, focusing on the Virginia REALTORS® Residential Contract of Purchase and ethics, ensures a deep understanding of these critical elements. Here's what it encompasses:

1. Virginia REALTORS® Residential Contract of Purchase: The course takes a deep dive into this pivotal document, dissecting each paragraph to reveal its nuances, implications, and the legal framework it establishes. By the end, participants will possess a profound knowledge of this foundational contract used in Virginia's real estate transactions.

2. Leases: Contracts in real estate aren't limited to purchases; they also extend to leases. This course provides insights into the world of leasing, ensuring that participants are equipped to navigate lease agreements effectively and ethically.

3. NAR's Code of Ethics: Recognizing that ethics and contractual obligations go hand in hand, the course seamlessly integrates guidance from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Code of Ethics into the contracting process. This reinforces the importance of ethical conduct throughout the transaction, ensuring not only legality but also fairness and integrity.

In conclusion, this course serves as an invaluable resource for real estate professionals and consumers alike. It fosters a profound understanding of the elements that constitute a valid, legal contract, thereby facilitating successful real estate transactions while prioritizing consumer protection. It underscores the critical role of contracts in making homeownership dreams a reality and underscores the ethical foundation upon which these transactions should be built.

Lunch will be between 12 pm - 1 pm. Pre-registration required. This is an onsite class. Class materials (if applicable) will be sent to you in your confirmation/48-hour/30-Minute email reminder.

Thank you to our Supporting Sponsor:  VA Home Pics and  VA Credit Union 



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Hillsdale Conference Center-Classroom (Classroom)
550 Hillsdale Drive
Charlottesville, VA 22901

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Patton, Donna
I have been REALTOR® since February 1996 and got my Broker’s license in January 2002. I was a Managing Broker for a local franchise brokerage from 2002 - 2017. I have my ABR, SFR and CRB designations. I have been instructing at CAAR since 2006.


Involvement with CAAR: Board of Directors for CAAR in 2004 and then again from 2008 – 2010; PS&A/Grievance and have been since 2004; Chair of IS Committee 2003 & 2004; MLS Task force 2003; Education Committee 2006 and Co-chair in 2007; Professional Development Committee Liaison 2009; Communications Group liaison 2010; Recipient of Ethics in Action Award 2007; CAAR Honor Society recipient; Sales Associate of the Year for 2012Involvement with VAR: Standard Forms Work Group 2008-2013; Professional Development 2009; VAR Honor Society recipient

Cancellation requests (written or phoned) will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. two business days preceding each class. All paid tuition other than the $10 non-refundable, non-transferable to another person deposit will be refunded. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the close of business on that day. (Requests for refund consideration due to extenuating circumstances must be received by CAAR in writing within 15 days after class start date).