Eastern Connecticut Association of REALTORS®

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Let’s keep the momentum going! Thanks to NAR for its incredible Advocacy team

A sweeping bipartisan housing reform package is on the verge of becoming law after months of deadlock in Congress.

06/18/2026

REBAR CAMP 2026: ROUND TABLES THAT ACTUALLY MOVE YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD!!!

This isn’t your typical networking event; this is where ideas get shared, strategies get tested, and agents walk away with real tools they can use immediately.

Join us at REBar Camp 2026 at Ocean Beach Park on June 24 for high-energy, interactive roundtable discussions designed for today’s real estate professional. Bring your experience, your questions, and your ambition—then jump into the conversations that matter most.

🔥 ROUND TABLE TOPICS INCLUDE:

Leadership & Committee Engagement
Step into influence—learn how involvement leads to opportunity, visibility, and growth within the industry.

AI in Real Estate & Effective Strategies
Discover how agents are using AI right now to save time, improve marketing, and work smarter (not harder).

Pricing Strategies & Negotiation
Sharpen your edge in any market with proven techniques to price confidently and negotiate successfully.

Building Referral Connections
Turn relationships into revenue by creating a referral network that keeps your pipeline strong year-round.

New Agent Survival
Build the foundation for success—systems, habits, and real-world strategies to thrive in your first years in the business.

🌊 DETAILS YOU NEED TO KNOW:
📍 Ocean Beach Park – REBar Camp 2026
📅 June 24, 2026
🎟️ Hands-on roundtables, networking, oceanfront energy, and takeaways you can use immediately

This is a roll-up-your-sleeves, collaborate-with-peers, leave-with-real-value kind of event.

⚡ Space is limited—register now and claim your seat at the table before they’re gone.

https://easternctrealtors.com/event/ecars-ypn-2026-rebar-real-estate-breakouts-roundtables/

06/18/2026

🚨 FREE 3-Hour CE Opportunity for Connecticut REALTORS®! 🚨

Scams are evolving—and so should your knowledge. Join CTR for Scams, Fraud & Liability, a FREE virtual CE course designed to help protect you, your clients, and your business.

📅 Tuesday, June 23, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💻 Live via Zoom
🎓 Earn 3 Hours of CE Credit
💲 FREE for CT REALTOR® Members

Topics Include:
✔️ Wire Fraud & Deed Fraud Prevention
✔️ Seller Identity Verification & FOREWARN
✔️ Smart MLS Listing Fraud & Login Security
✔️ Deepfakes, AI & Password Protection
✔️ Drone Photography Rules & Liability
✔️ Top License Violations Explained by DCP Staff
✔️ Antitrust Compliance
✔️ EPA's New Lead Paint Addendum & Pamphlet

📌 Registration closes Monday, June 22 at 1:00 PM.
To receive CE credit, attendees must register individually, participate from their own device, and remain engaged throughout the course.

🔗 Register today: https://www.ctrealtors.com/scams-fraud-and-liability-course/

Don't miss this timely and practical course that every REALTOR® should attend!

"Scams, Fraud and Liability" Course

06/18/2026

🎉 AND THURSDAY’S 1st WINNER IS… Kyle Schrader🎉

Congratulations to our lucky ECAR member who just won a pair of tickets to YPN REBar Camp! 🎟️🔥

We’ll be reaching out directly to confirm your prize; thank you to everyone who participated and keep your eyes on the wheel because we’re back again tomorrow with another chance to win! 👀💥

06/18/2026

BLOOD SUPPLIES are EXTREMELY LOW!!!
Please, Donate at United Methodist, Gales Ferry, CT, Tuesday, June 30 from 1pm-6pm.

WALK INS WELCOME!

In 2025, there were many serious car accidents in Connecticut during the summer months, needing many, many units of blood. Help us collect the blood for use during the high travel and unexpected emergencies.

Help us celebrate stars, stripes, and saving lives for America's 250th! Join our squad: Come to give blood June 29-July 12 to score a classic Red Cross x Looney Tunes T-shirt, while supplies last!

Please make your appointment on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 01:00 PM - 06:00 PM at United Methodist - Gales Ferry, 10 Chapman Lane, Gales Ferry, CT 06335.

Room Name: Church Hall

We cannot save people without YOU.

Follow this Link Directly to United Methodist Church, Gales Ferry Scheduled Blood Drive:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Ledyard

WALK INS WELCOME!

06/18/2026

🏆🎉 Congratulations to Thomas R. Switz on Achieving REALTOR® Emeritus Status! 🎉🏆

The Eastern Connecticut Association of REALTORS® proudly congratulates Thomas R. Switz, Broker/Owner of Switz Real Estate Associates Inc., on receiving the prestigious REALTOR® Emeritus designation from the National Association of REALTORS®.

This distinguished honor recognizes REALTORS® who have demonstrated extraordinary dedication to the profession through 40 cumulative years of REALTOR® membership and significant service at the national level. REALTOR® Emeritus status is one of the highest recognitions a REALTOR® can achieve, reflecting a lifetime commitment to professionalism, leadership, and service.

For more than 40 years, Tom has helped countless buyers, sellers, investors, and property owners throughout Southeastern Connecticut and Southern Rhode Island. Through his leadership at Switz Real Estate Associates, a family-owned brokerage serving the region since 1960, he has consistently exemplified the values and integrity that define our profession.

Tom's commitment to the real estate industry, his clients, and fellow REALTORS® has left a lasting impact on our community. This well-deserved recognition celebrates decades of service, advocacy, and dedication to advancing the REALTOR® profession.

👏 Please join us in congratulating Thomas R. Switz on this remarkable achievement and thanking him for his many years of service to our industry!

06/18/2026

Thinking about becoming a broker? 🏡✨

Join ECAR’s Broker Pre-Licensing Classes this September!
✔️ Zoom Format
✔️ Expert Instruction
✔️ Career Advancement

📅 9/15–9/16 Legal Compliance
📅 9/28–9/29 Principles & Practices

📞 860-892-2595
📧 [email protected]

06/18/2026

Welcome to ECAR’s newest Affiliate Member ! 🎉

We’re excited to have you as part of our growing REALTOR® community. Let’s build, connect, and thrive together! 🤝🏡

06/18/2026

🇺🇸 Today, ECAR, CTR, and REALTORS® from across America were on Capitol Hill meeting with our Senators and Congress people to advocate for housing solutions that matter.

We discussed legislation aimed at bringing more homes onto the market, protecting fair housing, and expanding health insurance options for independent contractors.

REALTORS® are more than real estate professionals—we are advocates for homeownership and the communities we serve. 🏡🤝