The 2008 KAR Convention is Making You Better .. You Bet! Plan to attend the annual event, which will be held October 6-8 at the Overland Park Marriott.
* Get continuing education from national instructors.
* Learn what consumers expect and how the national market is affecting you.
* Increase your referral network by meeting other top-producing REALTORS®.
* Get motivated to do more in the next year!
Find out all the details with the 2008 KAR Convention flyer.
Find a registration form here. And remember - the sooner you register, the more you save!
And get a complete preliminary agenda here. 
Get your hotel reservations at the Overland Park Marriott by Oct. 1 in order to save! The discounted rate of $105 + tax is only available until Oct. 1. After the deadline, the price increases to the regular rate of $199. Limited rooms available. Call today -- 800/228-9290 or 913-451-8000 -- and tell them you're with the Kansas Association of REALTORS® for the discounted prices.
You can get all 12 hours of continuing education for a Kansas license at the convention. And all from amazing national experts who know the issues you face every day. Classes range from Legal, Successful Short Sales and Making Value-Based Presentations to Negotiating for your Buyer or Seller Client and You Like Me! You Really Like Me! For more information on the classes and instructors, click here.
Find some time to relax at the REALTOR® Casino Fun Night and Dance on Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 7-11 p.m. You've spent all day in class. It's time to dance, play a few casino games, meet new friends and renew old friendships. Prepare to have a great time at this amazing event hosted by the Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®.
Don't miss this free luncheon with speaker Richard Flint. His keynote, "The Millionaire Mindset" will give you the 10 pillars to creating the ability to succeed. A motivational message from a proven winner! (Event is free, but pre-registration is required)
You'll hit the jackpot at Money-Making Monday. Get information on how to keep first-time homebuyers from falling for scams in a presentation by the convention's True Blue Sponsor Capitol Federal. Get a better understanding of social networking and how to use it to make more money. And Get ideas for home staging and feng shui designs to help homes sell faster. It's a great day with seminars, committee meetings and more!
Have an open discussion with other REALTORS® from across the state on a variety of topics - decided by you. Whether you're a new agent, or a top producing one, there is something you can learn from your fellow REALTORS®. It's a great way to meet new friends and increase your referral network.
What's happening in the real estate industry, the Internet, and the Association that will affect your business next year? Karen France, CEO of Real Estate Business Resources, and Karen Gehle, CEO of the Kansas Association of REALTORS® will be the featured speakers at this special luncheon. The luncheon will also feature The Right Track leadership graduates. (Ticketed Event)
The second annual X Games is a special neworking reception for Gen X and Gen Y REALTORS® (age 44 and younger). Meet REALTORS® who face the same challenges you do -- combining the duties of a REALTOR® with the responsibilities of a family. Bring your business cards and meet other young REALTORS® at this reception just for you!
Moe Veissi, former President of the Florida Association of REALTORS® and candidate for NAR office, will be the guest speaker at the KAR Board of Directors meeting on Monday, Oct. 6. Everyone is welcome. He will speak on the importance and impact of RPAC.
At this year's convention, you'll have a special location to meet friends, check your email, or pick up a snack. The Business and Break Center provides you a terrific meeting area. And throughout the convention, a select number of exhibitors will be available in the BBC for you to visit. Stop by to take a break, return a call, or find new friends.
The Kansas CRS Chapter brings back their SuperStar Panel, where you can hear REALTORS® talk about the tips and tricks that make a difference in their bottom lines. Always a favorite!
On Monday, Oct. 6, 2009 President Ann Christian of Manhattan will be installed and top awards will be presented at the Installation & Awards Banquet. The event is semi-formal, and includes dinner and a cash bar. Then stick around for a special dessert reception sponsored by the Manhattan Area Association of REALTORS® and KAR. (Ticketed Event)
For videos and information from the 2007 convention, click here.
