GRAR Class & Event Schedule

Legal Update & Happy Hour

Tuesday, April 28  |  Program: 1:00-3:00 & Happy Hour: 3:00-4:30

Join us for an engaging session with Brian Westrin, where you’ll earn legal continuing education credit while gaining valuable insights. Then stick around for drinks, appetizers, and great conversation with fellow members—because the best connections happen after the learning ends.

Open to all GRAR members!

Cost: $48.00

Location: The Pinnacle Center (3330 Highland Drive, Hudsonville, 49426)

Staff contact: Brittany Smith

REBAR Rewind

Thursday, April 30

Morning, afternoon or all-day options available for these live, encore sessions!
Let’s rewind to some of the most talked-about REBAR sessions.
 
Attendees often say they wish they could attend every presentation or have more time to dig deeper, so we’re bringing back a few favorites as live, encore sessions – with expanded content and con ed credit.
 
Don’t take the “rewind” too literally—these are not recordings. This is your second chance to get up close and personal with some of the popular sessions you may have missed, live and in person.
 
Pick your showtime—or go for the double feature:

Matinee  9:00am-12:00pm

  • Wealth Strategies Unlocked: Investing in Real Estate with Ryan Ogle
  • AI Tools for Agents: Practical & Proven with Ashley Dane, Matt Muscat, and Lisa Thomas

Afternoon  12:30-3:00pm

The ‘REEL’ World with Mallory Strotheide and Tandi Bailey

Ticket options:
  • Matinee or Afternoon for $25
  • Make it a double-feature for only $35!
    (
    Includes: Matinee + Afternoon + Lunch)

Sponsored by: Northern Mortgage and Locker Inspection Services

Location: GRAR (660 Kenmoor Ave SE, 49546)

Staff contact: Brittany Smith

Koetsier’s Greenhouse Schoolhouse Fundraiser

Friday, May 1  from  9:00am-8:00pm &
Saturday, May 2 from 9:00am-5:00pm

Discover something beautiful for Mom and make a difference.

Flowers, planters, décor, and more!

Enjoy a thoughtfully curated selection while giving back—15% of all purchases will support GRAR’s Schoolhouse Fund (excluding classes and custom orders).

Kindly present this flyer (printed or digital) at checkout for the fundraiser to apply.

Every dollar raised through the Schoolhouse Fund goes directly to support students, teachers, and schools in need throughout West Michigan.

Location: Koetsier’s Greenhouse (1601 Spaulding Ave SE, 49546)

Staff contact: Steve Sochanek

New Member Orientation

Thursday, May 7  |  8:15am-2:30pm

The new REALTOR® Member Orientation Program is comprised of three segments: classroom session (offered once per month – dates are subject to change), GRAR online comprehension exam, and online Code of Ethics training. Registrations are required to reserve seating. Lunch is provided. 

Location: GRAR – 660 Kenmoor Ave SE, 49546

Staff contact: Dana Tosh or 616-940-8218

Suns Out, Funds Out: RPAC Fundraiser

Wednesday, May 20   |  1:00-4:00pm

Kick off summer with YPN at an afternoon of fun, friendly competition, and a great cause.

  • Cornhole Tournament (must arrive by 1:30 PM to play)
  • Qdoba catered
  • Drinks included
  • Live music from “Decades”

Whether you’re tossing bags or just hanging out, every dollar supports RPAC and helps protect the real estate industry.

Bring your crew and let’s make an impact!

Registration options:
  • $20.00 RPAC Investment or
  • GRAR RPAC 2-for-1 Deal: $250 RPAC Investment (Includes event ticket + invite to MR RPAC Recognition Luncheon at October Convention.)

Forewarn Training

On-demand training

Get to know your prospects in a matter of seconds! By entering a name or a telephone number, members will be able to obtain information such as: addresses, vehicle registrations, phone numbers, property records, criminal background, bankruptcies, judgments, liens, foreclosures, and evictions.

In order to take advantage of this service, members are required to watch and complete a short online training. The session will focus on the dos and don’ts of usage to avoid liability.

Following the training, you will be asked to complete a quiz and submit a Use Agreement.

Please note: If you are already registered for New Member Orientation, you do not need to complete the online Forewarn training. This training will be included in New Member Orientation.

New Designated REALTOR® (DR) Orientation

Thursday, July 23  |  1:00-3:00pm

A review of important issues to be covered: Office Policy Manuals, Broker Supervisory Responsibilities, Procedures for New, Inactive & Transferring Agents, Permitted Unlicensed Support Staff Activities, Benefits (including but not limited to, MLS Shareholder eligibility) and more.

Save the date: REBarGR

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Details coming soon, but for now- save the date!

Upcoming Flexmls Trainings

Flexmls offers an extensive library of recorded trainings to assist you with questions you may have through their Flexmls Academy.

REALTORS® Property Resource (RPR) Webinars

RPR is the nation’s largest property database, exclusively for REALTORS®. RPR puts data, tools, and reports at your fingertips so you can respond to questions and requests instantly, and position yourself as an essential part of every transaction. RPR offers everything you need to “wow” your clients and close more deals.