REBI - Real Estate Business Institute

Only a few days left to get 20% off the self-paced, online Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification course. Promo code: MAY26

Learn more: https://rebinstitute.com/renecourse

Offer ends May 31, 2026.

Are you using AI in your listing photos? What you don't know might land you in hot water.

The latest issue of Real Estate Business Magazine breaks down eight essential guidelines for using AI to enhance your listing photos. Whether you're virtually staging empty rooms or showcasing a property mid-renovation, knowing where the ethical and legal lines is necessary to protect your reputation.

This issue is packed with actionable insights, including:

✅️ Tips to avoid and manage listing cancelations
✅️ Strategies for countering the negative narratives your clients hear on the news about homeownership
✅️ Agents discuss why they stay loyal to their brokers

Read more: https://buff.ly/bj9HK5g

Today we honor the brave men and women who gave everything in service to this country.

We hope you will take a moment to remember their sacrifice on this day of reflection.

🚀 Exciting news! 🚀

REBI is launching two new courses in June! Both will debut in an instructor-led, live virtual format facilitated by two of our top instructors.

✅️ Probate Pitfalls and Powerplays (June 3-4): This course focuses on helping you navigate transactions that involve questions around authority, ownership, trusts, probate requirements, taxation, and fiduciary responsibilities. You'll gain practical strategies to reduce risk, improve communication, and better service clients and families during difficult transitions. Facilitated by course author Melanie McLane.

✅️ Mastering Your Personal Brand (June 24): Learn how to win clients before you even have the first conversation. This course will equip you with the skills to identify and elevate your professional strengths, find your niche and strengthen your social media presence. Facilitated by REBI Immediate Past-President Matthew Rathbun.

Learn more and register at special introductory pricing here:

Double Down in June Your next transaction opportunity may come from two very different places:  one client chooses you because your brand stands out and another needs your help navigating one of the most complex transactions they'll ever face.  Are you prepared for both?

Don't miss out on the May special!

Get 20% off the self-paced, online version of the Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) course with the promo code MAY26.

Learn more: https://buff.ly/jbEftvl

The RENE course recently went through a complete upgrade, including the addition of Advanced Field Simulations.

These immersive, scenario-based exercises place you in realistic, high-stakes negotiation environments that mirror actual real estate transactions. Rather than passively reviewing concepts, you actively engage in strategic decision-making under pressure.

Offer ends May 31, 2026.

Don't miss the next designee webinar!

Register here: https://buff.ly/wdIUUce

This month, Melanie McLane is joining us to walk through the massive changes happening in the world of residential appraisals.

Learn about Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) 3.6 and how it will affect agents, sellers, and appraisers. She will also cover hybrid appraisals, the continued use of automated valuation models by the GSEs, and the projected shortage of appraisers for residential properties going through bank financing.

Register here: https://buff.ly/wdIUUce

Note: This webinar is complimentary and exclusive to CRB and SRS designees.

The REBI website will be undergoing scheduled maintenance and upgrades beginning tomorrow, May 12 through Thursday, May 14.

During this time, you will be unable to access the REBI main website, the Learning Dashboard (including any self-paced, online courses you are currently taking) and The Source.

We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to debuting our new systems, which will allow for some needed improvements to user experience!

🌦️⛅️ ☀️ April showers bring May savings! 🌻

Through May 31, you can get 20% off the self-paced, online version of the Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) course with the promo code MAY26.

Learn more: https://www.rebinstitute.com/specials

The RENE course recently went through a complete upgrade, including the addition of Advanced Field Simulations.

These immersive, scenario-based exercises place you in realistic, high-stakes negotiation environments that mirror actual real estate transactions. Rather than passively reviewing concepts, you actively engage in strategic decision-making under pressure.

Have you been following the massive behind-the-scenes transformation happening in the residential appraisal world?

Brokers and agents need to be prepared for when these seismic changes start to take effect.

For this month's designee webinar, Melanie McLane is joining us to walk you through the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) 3.6 and how it will affect agents, sellers, and appraisers. She will also cover hybrid appraisals, the continued use of automated valuation models by the GSEs, and the projected shortage of appraisers for residential properties going through bank financing.

Register here: https://buff.ly/wdIUUce

Note: This webinar is complimentary and exclusive to CRB and SRS designees.

Next week, REBI is hosting a virtual, instructor-led offering of Performance Leadership: Coach, Manage and Mentor!

This course, which is part of our Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) curriculum, will be presented by the course author Jody O'Brien. (You do not need to be pursuing a CRB designation to take this course!)

Learn how to develop and implement leadership strategies that address modern challenges and motivate today's workforce.

Learn more and register here: https://buff.ly/IKpS3pT