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Register for These IREM Webinars and Grow Your Skills in 2024

Did you  know that IREM offers dozens of webinars to property management professionals looking to hone their skills? There’s something for everyone at any stage in their career. Here’s a look at a few of the courses coming up in the next couple of months. Be sure to bookmark the IREM webinar page to make sure you never miss a professional development opportunity!

Clarity Commercial’s Tom Elmer will present Calculating Effective Net Rent Webinar

We are excited to share that our very own Tom Elmer from Clarity Commercial will be a presenter in one of the upcoming IREM webinars. Tom will be sharing his expertise on calculating effective net rent, an essential skill for anyone in the commercial real estate and property management industries.

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business and enhance your financial skills. Don’t miss out on this chance to gain valuable insights and grow your professional capabilities. Register now for this webinar and explore other offerings at IREM to continue your professional development journey.

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Asset Management IREM Webinar

From Excel skills to reforecasting to financial concepts every property manager should know, IREM has several valuable webinars on offer in February, March, and April to help you hone your asset management skills. Each webinar lasts 45-60 minutes and is taught by a certified, credentialed professional.

Finance Webinars

IREM has nearly a dozen finance webinars available this spring to help you build your commercial real estate and property management finance skills. Learn how to calculate effective net rent, automate Excel charts, analyze construction capital, and take the guesswork out of landscape maintenance, among several other interesting and highly applicable topics.

Risk Management Webinars

Want to learn more about the risks your properties might face or need to develop a disaster response plan for your portfolio? Or, maybe you’re interested in seeking a green building certification. IREM has you covered this spring with seven risk management webinars. Like the asset management webinars, these webinars last 45-60 minutes and are taught by subject matter experts.

Leasing Webinars

IREM has seven webinars on offer in February through April to help you grow your leasing skills this year. Take advantage of webinars that explain the basics of retail leasing, social media marketing for commercial real estate, and building positive relationships with your tenants. If you’ve ever considered accepting bitcoin for rent payments, there’s a webinar for you, too!

Leadership Webinars

IREM is here to help property management professionals shine and grow in their careers. A trio of webinars in March will help you grow your leadership and management skills. All of the instructors are credentialed property management professionals who have experience in building successful and fulfilling careers in commercial real estate and property management.

IREM webinars are $59.00 for IREM members or $99.00 for non-members. If there are several webinars that look interesting to you, we recommend purchasing an IREM webinar subscription. This will get you unlimited access to IREM’s webinars for the year for an annual fee of just $199 for members or $349 for non-members.

Clarity Commercial owner Mel Schultz, CPM, CCIM, CCAM, is an active IREM member. He is passionate about continuing education in the commercial real estate industry. For more information about IREM and how our participation in the organization helps you, Contact Us Clarity Commercial Today.

For more information or to request a free estimate, visit their website at https://myclaritycommercial.com/ or give us a call at (952) 370-224-2699.

Affiliations & Credentials: We are proud members of IREM, CCIM and MNCAR along with various professional organizations and hold relevant certifications in the real estate management field. Our affiliations and credentials demonstrate our commitment to excellence and our ongoing efforts to stay up-to-date with industry best practices.

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Continuing education for property managers: Winter 2024 IREM Property Manager Professional Development Events

Continuing education for property managers

Clarity Commercial is a proud, active member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Minnesota. IREM Minnesota offers continuing education for property managers who work in commercial real estate. Here’s a look at what’s coming up this winter. Be sure to Check the IREM Website for additional opportunities as they are scheduled.  

ALM Building Tour & Happy Hour | January 16

Join IREM’s Advancing Leaders for a tour of Riverplace in Minneapolis followed by networking and a happy hour. This event is free to Continuing Education for Property Managers with fewer than 10 years of experience.

Register today on the IREM website.

People Serving People Volunteering | January 17

Join IREM Minnesota for its monthly volunteering event. In January, five IREM volunteers with serve lunch to the residents of People Serving People and help with clean-up afterwards. IREM is proud to have volunteered with People Serving People since 2007.

Register Today on the IREM Website.

2024 VIP Tradeshow | March 14

Embrace your inner child and register for IREM’s 15th Annual Valued Industry Partnership (VIP) Tradeshow! The Nickelodeon and cartoon character-themed tradeshow and education session will take place at the Overlook at the Mall of America. Exhibitors are encouraged to decorate their booths and dress up, as participants will be voting on their favorite booth. Learn more about becoming an exhibitor or attending the tradeshow on the IREM website.

Register today on the IREM website.

Continuing Education for Property Managers

Clarity Commercial owner Mel Schultz, CPM, CCIM, CCAM, is an active IREM member. He is passionate about continuing education in the commercial real estate industry. For more information about IREM and how our participation in the organization helps you, Contact Us Clarity Commercial Today.

For more information or to request a free estimate, visit their website at https://myclaritycommercial.com/ or give us a call at (952) 370-224-2699.

Affiliations & Credentials: We are proud members of IREM, CCIM and MNCAR along with various professional organizations and hold relevant certifications in the real estate management field. Our affiliations and credentials demonstrate our commitment to excellence and our ongoing efforts to stay up-to-date with industry best practices.

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Fall 2023 IREM Continuing Education Classes

Clarity Commercial is a proud, active member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Minnesota. IREM Minnesota offers continuing education for property managers who work in all real estate industries. Here’s a look at what’s coming up this fall. Be sure to Check the IREM Website for additional opportunities as they are scheduled. Great opportunity for your Fall 2023 IREM Continuing Education Classes.

November Continuing Education Classes

Capstone Track | November 13

This is in preparation for the two-part final assessment for the CPM certification. The class will cover the Management Plan Skills Assessment (MPSA) and CPM Certification Exam (CPMEXM) to prepare you for both assessments.

Register today on the IREM website.

Member Party | November 30

Celebrate another successful year at IREM Minnesota! Join IREM at 4 for networking, casino games, cocktails, and appetizers. Awards and prizes start at 6:30. Sponsorships available!

Register Today on the IREM Website.

Don’t forget to stay up-to-date on the My Clarity Commercial blog for additional opportunities as they are scheduled. With our Blog, you get the latest insights and news about IREM Minnesota and other industry trends. Plus, always check the MyClarityCommercial.com website for more information on all upcoming events!

Clarity Commercial owner Mel Schultz, CPM, CCIM, CCAM, is an active IREM member. He is passionate about continuing education classes in the real estate industry. For more information about IREM and how our participation in the organization helps you, Contact Us the professionals at Clarity Commercial Today.

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Summer 2023 IREM Continuing Education Classes

Clarity Commercial is a proud, active member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Minnesota. IREM Minnesota offers continuing education classes for property managers who work in commercial real estate. Here’s a look at what’s coming up this summer—there’s a lot on the calendar for continuity education! Be sure to Check the IREM Website for additional opportunities as they are scheduled.

Advancing Leaders of Minnesota Building Tour | July 27

New property managers are invited to join the Advancing Leaders of Minnesota for a building tour of the RBC Gateway and an ice cream social and happy hour. Sponsored by Davey Tree and Ben & Jerry’s, property managers under the age of 35 or with less than 10 years of experience are invited to join in the fun.

Register today on the IREM website.

Canterbury Park Tour Continuing Education Classes | September 13

Enjoy an afternoon and evening at Canterbury Park and earn one hour of real estate CE. Tour the grounds and learn about building capacity and its impact on guest comfort, space use, catering, vendor relations, and horse care.

Register Today on the IREM Website.

Asset Management Track | September 18

The next class in the IREM Asset Management Track will take place on September 18. Join 2023 IREM Continuing Education Classes for a day of learning about financing, loan analysis, investment real estate, and asset analysis.

Register today on the IREM website.

Capstone Track | November 13

This is a preparation for the two-part final assessment for the CPM certification. The class will cover the Management Plan Skills Assessment (MPSA) and CPM Certification Exam (CPMEXM) to prepare you for both assessments.

Register Today on the IREM Website.

Clarity Commercial owner Mel Schultz, CPM, CCIM, CCAM, is an active IREM member. He is passionate about continuing education classes in the commercial real estate industry. For more information about IREM and how our participation in the organization helps you, Contact Us Our Team Today Clarity Commercial.

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Spring 2023 IREM Property Manager Professional Development Events

Clarity Commercial is a proud, active member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Minnesota. IREM Minnesota offers continuing education for IREM property managers who work in commercial real estate. Here’s a look at what’s coming up this spring—there’s a lot on the calendar! Be sure to check the IREM website for additional opportunities as they are scheduled.

Feed My Starving Children Volunteer Event | April 26

Join IREM’s Advancing Leaders for an afternoon of volunteering at Feed My Starving Children in Chanhassen, then stay for a happy hour at nearby Chanhassen Brewing Company. You’ll pack meals for children in need, then have the chance to network with other property managers, including up and coming professionals.

Register today on the IREM website.

(Re)think Leadership IREM Property Manager| May 9

Reserve your spot for (Re)think Leadership: Managing Relationships in Property Management, featuring Steve Thomas. This workshop will provide strategies on working positively and successfully with your tenants, property owners, and others, especially during challenging circumstances. Facilitator Steve Thomas has helped all sorts of organizations build their teams. Qualifies for 4 hours of CE credit.

Register today on the IREM website.

Golf Tournament | June 5

Register yourself and your team for the IREM annual golf tournament at Mendakota Country Club! Join us for lunch, then spend an afternoon on the links with your team or with a new network of IREM property management professionals. Don’t miss it!

Register today on the IREM website.

After the Smoke Clears Lunch & Learn | June 22

Scott Clemente of SERVPRO of Minnetonka will provide an hour of education about structural fire damage and how you can minimize long-term damage. Participants will witness a live burn at the end of the lunch and learn to see first-hand how quickly fire can spread and how effective sprinklers are at controlling the spread of fire. Qualifies for 1 hour of CE credit.

Register today on the IREM website.

Clarity Commercial owner Mel Schultz, CPM, CCIM, CCAM, is an active IREM member. He is passionate about continuing education in the commercial real estate industry. For more information about IREM and how our participation in the organization helps you, contact Clarity Commercial today.

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Fall 2022 IREM Property Manager Professional Development Events

Clarity Commercial is a proud, active member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Minnesota. IREM Minnesota offers continuing education for property managers who work in commercial real estate. Here’s a look at what’s coming up in the fourth quarter of 2022—there’s a lot on the calendar! Be sure to check the IREM website for additional opportunities as they are scheduled.

Managing a Large Fire Loss | September 29

Excelsior fire marshal Kellie Murphy-Ringate leads this 90-minute training for property managers. Learn what happens if your building experiences a large fire loss, who’s involved in the aftermath, and what to expect during the claims and clean-up process. This training will likely be eligible for 1 hour of real estate continuing education.

Register today on the IREM website.

Hoarding in Commercial Buildings | November 2

Yes, it happens. Learn what you can do if you discover a hoarding issue in your commercial building. SERVPRO of Minnetonka owner Scott Clemente leads the discussion, giving an overview of hoarding, the challenges it poses to you as a property manager, and what you can do about it. This course is approved for one hour of real estate continuing education.

Register today on the IREM website.

CAPTRK CPM Capstone Track (MPSAXM, CPMEXM) | November 14

Tom Elmer, CPM®, CPA leads a two-day intensive prep followed by the MPSA exam and CPM certification exam. The two-day intensive prep takes place November 14–15 online or in-person at the IREM Minnesota chapter office. Participants have seven days after the prep session to complete the MPSA exam. Participants have 30 days after the prep session to complete the CPM certification exam. The prep course and two exams comprise the CPM capstone track. These courses meet the program requirements for CPM certification.

Register today on the IREM website.

IREM Certified Sustainable Property (CSP)

Your certification is waiting

Earning IREM Certified Sustainable Property certification is meaningful recognition that says a lot about you and your property. The IREM CSP is applicable to a wide variety of properties and many hard-to-certify properties have already earned the certification. The process is understandable and actionable, so not only can you do it, but you can do it on your own. It’s likely that you’re already implementing many of the required practices. It’s more affordable than you might expect too. If it’s something you’ve thought about in the past, now’s the time to act.

Click here to learn more about the certification.

Clarity Commercial owner Mel Schultz, CPM, CCIM, CCAM, is an active IREM member. He is passionate about continuing education in the commercial real estate industry. For more information about IREM and how our participation in the organization helps you, contact Clarity Commercial today.

For more information or to request a free estimate, visit their website at https://myclaritycommercial.com/ or give us a call at (952) 370-224-2699.


Affiliations & Credentials: We are proud members of IREM, CCIM and MNCAR along with various professional organizations and hold relevant certifications in the real estate management field. Our affiliations and credentials demonstrate our commitment to excellence and our ongoing efforts to stay up-to-date with industry best practices.

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3 Upcoming IREM Property Manager Professional Development Events

Clarity Commercial is a proud, active member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Minnesota. IREM Minnesota offers continuing education for property managers who work in commercial real estate. Here’s a look at what’s coming up in the third quarter of 2022. Be sure to check the IREM website for additional opportunities as they are scheduled.

IREM Property Manager Professional Development Events:

Hearts and Hammers Volunteer Event | September 15

Join fellow IREM members for the Hearts and Hammers volunteer event on September 15. The all-day event will be a great chance to do some good in your community while networking with other commercial property managers. IREM Property Manager Professional Development Events are a great place to network with professionals in property management,

Learn more on the IREM website.

ASMTRK Asset Management Track (ASM603, ASM604, ASM605) | September 19–23

IREM’s asset management track builds your knowledge of financing and valuation of real estate assets. Join instructor Tom Elmer, CPM®, CPA, and IREM Minnesota for a week of intensive training. On September 19 and 20, complete ASM603: Financing and Loan Analysis for Investment Real Estate. On September 21 and 22, complete ASM604: Performance and Valuation of Investment Real Estate. Finish the asset management track on September 23 with ASM605: Asset Analysis of Investment Real Estate. These courses meet the program requirements for CPM certification.

Register today on the IREM website.

CAPTRK CPM Capstone Track (MPSAXM, CPMEXM) | November 14

Tom Elmer, CPM®, CPA leads a two-day intensive prep followed by the MPSA exam and CPM certification exam. The two-day intensive prep takes place November 14–15 online or in-person at the IREM Minnesota chapter office. Participants have seven days after the prep session to complete the MPSA exam. Participants have 30 days after the prep session to complete the CPM certification exam. The prep course and two exams comprise the CPM capstone track. These courses meet the program requirements for CPM certification.

Register today on the IREM website.

Clarity Commercial owner Mel Schultz, CPM, CCIM, CCAM, is an active IREM member. He is passionate about continuing education in the commercial real estate industry. For more information about IREM and how our participation in the organization helps you, contact Clarity Commercial today.

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Upcoming IREM Property Manager Professional Development Events

Clarity Commercial AMO® is a proud, active member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Minnesota. This year, IREM Minnesota offers commercial property managers a full slate of professional and personal development opportunities. Here’s a look at what’s coming up in the second quarter of 2022.

FIN 402 Budgeting, Cash Flow and Reporting for Investment Real Estate | April 4

Managing a portfolio of investment properties requires some financial know-how. In this IREM course, instructor Tom Elmer, CFO of Oakwood Partners, LLC, goes over basic accounting practices and budgeting for investment portfolios. Then, he’ll do a deep dive on cash flow analysis and how to use data for forecasting and modeling. You won’t want to miss it!

Enroll in the training on the IREM website.

The Development of Malcolm Yards—Tour | April 12

Join IREM MN for a happy hour and tour of the brand-new multiuse neighborhood in Prospect Park called Malcolm Yards. Formerly the Harris Machinery Building, Malcolm Yards features a food gallery, historic grain elevators, and Surly Brewing.

RSVP today on the IREM website.

ALM Barrel House Building Tour & Happy Hour | April 14

Why limit yourself to one happy hour a week? Join IREM MN for a tour and happy hour at the Barrel House, hosted by the Advancing Leaders of Minnesota committee. The event is free to attend, but you do have to register first.

RSVP today on the IREM website.

Save the Date for the 2022 Golf Tournament | June 6

IREM’s annual golf tournament is back and better than ever! Register yourself and your team for a day on the links at Mendakota Country Club. More information coming soon!

Get the details on the IREM website.

Clarity Commercial AMO® owner Mel Schultz, CPM, CCIM, CCAM, is an active IREM member. He is passionate about continuing education in the commercial real estate industry. For more information about IREM and how our participation in the organization helps you, contact Clarity Commercial AMO® today.