Category Archives: Education

Investing in the Next Generation of Commercial Real Estate Professionals

The Charlotte Region Commercial Board of REALTORS® (CRCBR) is steadfast in our commitment to fostering the next generation of talent in the commercial real estate industry. Through a suite of impactful scholarship programs, CRCBR is providing aspiring professionals with the … Continue reading

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Celebrating Core Concepts Series Graduates

A round of applause for our 22 accomplished students who have successfully completed the Concept Series! Across three engaging sessions, these enthusiastic individuals delved into the fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate, gaining insights into Industrial, Land, Office, and Retail Real … Continue reading

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Causey Says No To The Proposed Rate Increase

NC Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey rejected the 42.2% rate hike request from the NC Rate Bureau. In fact, Commissioner Causey called the proposed increase excessive and unfairly discriminatory. A hearing date has been set for Oct 7 at 10 AM. … Continue reading

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New Podcast Released! – Douglas Welton, Chair of the Charlotte/Mecklenburg Planning Commission

REBIC’s latest podcast! Thinking outside the box doesn’t aptly describe the way Douglas Welton, Chair of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Planning Commission, approaches the idea of change. For him, he doesn’t even see a box.  He sees an open landscape of … Continue reading

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NAR’s Missouri Anti-trust Verdict : What’s Next Webinar

The NAR jury verdict handed down in a Missouri court found NAR and two brokerage firms liable for antitrust damages regarding commissions. While it is under appeal, many local/state associations are interested in how this may impact them, including commercial … Continue reading

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Act Now to Prevent a 42.2% Increase in Insurance Rates

Once again, the big insurance companies, represented by the NC Rate Bureau (NCRB), have submitted a request to NC Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, asking him to increase homeowners’ insurance rates by a staggering 42.2 percent. Even more troubling is the … Continue reading

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Interview with Representative Jason Saine

As the Representative for North Carolina House District 97 (Lincoln County), Rep. Saine is serving in his seventh full term in the North Carolina House.  He was appointed by Speaker Tim Moore in 2019 to serve as a Senior Chairman … Continue reading

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Defend Against Cyber Threats with Tech Helpline: Your Member Benefit

Cybersecurity is more important than ever before due to the increase in cybercrime. Last year, phishing reached a record high of 4.7 million attacks, according to the APWG Phishing Activity Trends Report. Ransomware attacks are also on the rise, resulting … Continue reading

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Cheer to our Graduating Leadership Class of 2023

We would like to take time to Congratulate our Graduating 2023 Leadership Class! The members of our 2023 Leadership class truly exceeded expectations this year. We eagerly anticipate witnessing the remarkable paths each individual will embark upon in their future … Continue reading

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Charlotte Douglas International Airport is a Huge Economic Driver!

Charlotte Douglas International Airport is prepared for the impact of more than 900,000 travelers over Thanksgiving.  To put that into context, it’s nearly the population of the entire City of Charlotte.  Here are a few more interesting facts: For an … Continue reading

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