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CE CLASS OVERVIEW
OPEN CLASSES
Abby is teaching one OPEN class a month this year. These are online, unsponsored events and all Realtors are welcome. We will move through all 10 courses, providing 22 hours of elective continuing education credit.
There is no cost to attend open classes. CE credit is available for TEXAS agents to purchase with a pay link or QR code during class. The cost is always $10 per CE credit hour.
Please download and print your handouts before class from the RESOURCES page.
PRIVATE CLASSES & SPECIAL TALKS
Abby often collaborates with a host to provide classes online and in person. These are private, sponsored/paid events that are not listed on the public calendar. If you have a group of agents and would like to book Abby Vasek to spice up your education plans learn more here.
LICENSED PROVIDER
Abby Vasek Interiors is a TREC education provider, license #10076
TX Realtors can view their education record and confirm class credits have posted by visiting https://www.trec.texas.gov/
CE Class DESCRIPTIONS (alphabetical)
Architecture for Agents
Imagine having more insight and verbiage to use when describing your listings?! This class studies current architectural elements and popular styles that define today’s eclectic style of architecture.
3 hr. TREC approved CE Class #44277
Best in Show!
The ability to show a home is a fundamental aspect of every agent’s business but it’s not an easy one to master. It requires attention, training, and practice to improve. This course teaches how to move through a listing using proper etiquette and best practices to better engage your clients and increase their perception of the properties and your services.
2 hr. TREC approved CE Class #44280
Calculating Home Improvement Costs
This class offers agents a realistic idea of what typical make-ready home improvement projects cost and how to calculate the ROI.
1 hr. TREC approved CE Class #47697
Creating Curb Appeal
This course teaches real estate agents how to enhance their client’s curb appeal. We explore how to make improvements with resale in mind to landscaping, porches, and other outdoor living areas, and review the architectural details that commonly experience deterioration. This course provides solutions that expand an agent's home-prep knowledge while offering a realignment with current curb appeal trends.
2 hr. TREC approved CE Class #44275
Current Building Materials
This course explores current construction methods and building materials to expand your product knowledge and offer greater insight to your clients about the homes you sell. Agents will learn how to make smarter home remodeling choices and layer in the trending materials in 2024.
3 hr. TREC approved CE Class #44281
Home Design Trends
An annual update on design trends to inform your home improvement decisions and Realtor recommendations. We explore what’s trending in flooring, counters, cabinets, kitchen & baths, wall coverings, paint, lighting, and furnishings. Get on-trend!
1 hr. TREC approved CE Class #47698
Home Staging Essentials
This is a technical home preparation course for hands-on Realtors that teaches the essentials of home staging. Learn how to edit and curate furnishings, neutralize an environment and enhance the features that count. This class is always fresh with new examples and stories to help you dial in the most current staged look.
2 hr. TREC approved CE Class #44276
Making Video: Get Started
Exploring the fundamentals of creating effective VIDEOS that translate into real estate sales. This class not only addresses the technical aspects of creating and disseminating quality videos to reach a targeted audience but also dives into methods for revealing your best online persona. You’ll gain a firmer grasp of how to create and deliver content that resonates with you and your prospective clients.
2 hr. TREC approved CE Class #47648
Mastering Price & Presentation
Developing a verbally succinct make-ready process and pricing strategy is essential for an agent to be successful yet it’s not easy to master because every client, transactional experience, and home presents unique challenges.
2 hr. TREC approved CE Class #44278
Realtors Guide to Paint & Stain
Exploring the common yet often challenging subject of selecting paint colors & stains for a home with resale in mind. This class provides instructions for placement and selection of sheens for the interior and exterior plus a handful of dependable neutrals and trending colors.
1 hr. TREC approved CE Class #44282
Writing Effective Listing Descriptions
Composing a listing description is an unavoidable challenge for every listing agent and the ability to elaborate on a home is a helpful skill for any buyer's agent. This class teaches agents how to better describe a listing and how to write more compelling listing descriptions.
2 hr. TREC approved CE Class #44279