Upcoming at BER - July 3rd
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🇺🇸 March with BER in the Bonita Springs 4th of July Parade
Friday, July 4 | Line-up 8 AM · Step-off 9 AM · Done ~10 AM
Show your REALTOR® pride as we take Old 41 by storm in the city’s beloved Independence Day parade—an annual tradition organized by the Bonita Springs Professional Firefighters Union since 1958.
Why join the BER walking crew?
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Spotlight your business in front of thousands of locals lining the route between Kentucky St & Rosemary Dr.
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Family-friendly fun—bring kids, strollers, even well-behaved pups.
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Free swag! We’ll supply flags & candy to hand out (while supplies last).
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Networking on the move with fellow members and community leaders.
Bring: Water bottle, sun protection
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LEGAL HOTLINE: Top 10 FAQS!
🗓 Thursday, July 10 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM | Live Webinar
Get answers to the most common legal questions Florida Realtors® face! Join Joel Maxson, Associate General Counsel, as he breaks down the top 10 FAQs received by the Legal Hotline. This exclusive session is free for members and a great way to stay informed and confident in your transactions.
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Habitat for Humanity Construction Day
Thursday, July 10 | 8 AM – 2 PM
Roll up your sleeves and join fellow BER members on the job site as we help Habitat for Humanity of Lee & Hendry Counties put another family on the path to safe, affordable homeownership. No experience needed—just a willing heart and closed-toe shoes!
Why volunteer?
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Tangible impact: Habitat has been serving Southwest Florida families since 1982 and helped 43 families purchase new homes in 2023-24 alone. Your six-hour shift keeps that momentum going.
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Hands-on team building: Swing hammers, raise walls, paint and landscape alongside REALTOR® colleagues while networking for a cause.
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Strengthen our brand: Show the public that BER members don’t just sell houses—we build communities.
Need-to-know
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Location & tasks: Specific address and duties (framing, painting, finish work, etc.) arrive in your reminder e-mail three days before build day.
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Who can help: Volunteers must be 16 +; minors need a printed waiver signed by a parent/guardian.
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What to bring: Closed-toe shoes, water bottle, sun protection and a sack lunch. Habitat supplies tools, safety gear and instruction.
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First time with Habitat? Create a quick VolunteerHub account, then hit Sign Up—details are in the registration flow.
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Social Media 101: Optimize to Attract Your Ideal Client
July 8th, 2025 -
10 AM to 11 AM
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Boost your business with a polished, professional online presence! This beginner-friendly class will help you optimize your social media profile, bio, and content to attract the clients you want.
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Core Law (3CE)
July 9th, 2025 -
1 PM to 4 PM
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Stay Protected, Stay Informed – Core Law for Florida Realtors®
Understanding real estate law isn’t optional — it’s essential to protecting your business and your clients. This 3-hour Core Law class covers everything from disclosure requirements to environmental laws, landlord-tenant rules, and more. Learn how to spot legal red flags, avoid the unlicensed practice of law, and confidently navigate Florida’s most important real estate regulations.
Taught by industry expert Sal Distefano — this class satisfies your Core Law requirement.
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Social Media 102: Create, Convert & Scale
July 15th, 2025 -
1 PM to 4 PM
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Social Media Masterclass: Creating Killer Content Calendars that Convert
Take your social media to the next level with this advanced masterclass for agents ready to grow, delegate, and dominate online. This month’s session dives into building strategic content calendars that boost engagement, attract leads, and simplify your marketing.
Stop guessing — start posting with purpose!
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Matrix Training: External Links – Getting the Most out of the Tools (Virtual)
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July 10th, 2025 @ 9:00 AM
This class will cover Form Simplicity, Find/MLS Advantage, Agent Analytics, and Homesnap. The class will be held via a Zoom Webinar. A link will be sent to you the day before and the morning of the class.
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Matrix Training: Make MLS Work For You (Virtual)
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July 17th, 2025 @ 9:00 AM
This class will cover creating mailing labels, using agent analytics in presentations and branding, setting up drip campaigns, logging in to Supra User, and optimizing an MLS profile. The link for the class will be sent to you the day before and the morning of the class.
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Mandatory Matrix New Members (Virtual ONLY)
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At Your Own Pace!
This class is mandatory for all new MLS members to join within 60 days of joining the board. The class will cover search and setup, client portal, auto emails, listing input, and CMAS. You can take this class at your own pace using the link provided below:
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New Condominium Reforms in Florida 2025
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Big news for Florida condos! New 2025 reforms improve buyer protections, board transparency, and reserve rules—giving buyers 7 days to review documents and ensuring smoother, more confident transactions. See how these updates impact you and your clients.
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