GLAR Academy

Success in real estate begins with understanding the market forces shaping the year ahead. The Economic Summit 2026 provides a data-driven outlook on regional competitiveness and housing trends, drawing on benchmarking research that compares the local market to peer regions across the country. Equipped with these insights, agents can better advise buyers and sellers while positioning their businesses for emerging opportunities in the market. Combined with the Code of Ethics and From Statute to Street Level legal course, the bundle ensures REALTORS® are not only informed about market trends but also prepared to navigate transactions ethically and legally. Ethical practice and fair housing principles reinforce the REALTOR® commitment to consumer protection and transparency, which are increasingly important in today’s highly scrutinized industry. Read more

Cybersecurity expert Matt Cohen walks you through the real breaches, wire fraud schemes, and social engineering tactics already targeting real estate transactions, including the AI-driven risks now emerging. Protecting your clients' information is not just a compliance box; it is what keeps buyers, sellers, and referral partners trusting you with their most sensitive financial moments. AI-driven fraud tactics are evolving now, and every transaction without a solid security practice behind it is a transaction at risk.    What you'll learn: How real-world breaches, wire fraud, and social engineering schemes actually happen in real estate transactions How to build data policies and retention practices that protect client information What to build into contracts and physical security practices to close common security gaps Daily habits grounded in core cybersecurity principles that protect every transaction Read more

Your license is the foundation of every deal you close. This August, LARA representatives will walk you through the regulatory process that governs it, from initial licensure through complaint resolution. That knowledge protects the trust clients place in you and keeps small missteps from turning into costly ones, so you build a longer, more stable career instead of just avoiding trouble. A moderated Q&A follows, so you can ask the people who govern your license directly.  What you'll learn: Michigan real estate licensing process through LARA How consumer and professional complaints are submitted and processed The key stages of a LARA complaint investigation The steps of the disciplinary process Read more

This course provides REALTORS with a practical introduction to historic districts and the professional considerations involved in the sale, purchase, valuation, and stewardship of historic properties. Participants will examine the purpose and significance of historic districts, including the distinction between properties that are merely old and those recognized as historic for their cultural, architectural, or community value. The course will review historic districts in the East Lansing area, with attention to how district designation can affect buyers, sellers, and property owners through regulatory requirements, potential fines and fees, and risks associated with deferred maintenance, demolition by neglect, and unauthorized alterations. Instruction will also address proactive strategies for compliance, restoration, maintenance, and informed decision-making. The course concludes with an appraisal and real estate practice perspective, equipping REALTORS with business-relevant knowledge about the opportunities, challenges, and client guidance considerations associated with historic properties Read more

Are you a real estate professional looking to save time and increase efficiency? REALTOR® Mark Lemons Ryhal will teach members how to use artificial intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT to streamline their workflow and get more done in less time.   Read more

Embark on a learning experience with our latest class, offering an update on the Global Refugee Crisis and its local resonance in Lansing. Delve into essential terminology, discover who the refugees are, where they come from, and explore the rich history of their resettlement in our community.  This class is about embracing the power of community and leveraging your role in real estate to make a positive impact. Join us as we bridge global awareness with local action, empowering you to navigate the real estate landscape with cultural competence and a compassionate perspective. Read more