Moving During a Global Pandemic

Hosted by Interstate

Sherry Skinner

Tuesday, September 29

11:00 a.m.

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There are many new precautions that can be taken while relocating during a global pandemic. Join Sherry Skinner of Interstate Moving | Relocation | Logistics as she best practices when moving during a global pandemic. Face masks, hand sanitizer and social distancing are the obvious things to keep in mind. Sherry will cover the not so obvious items, like new rules in the COVID world and extra measures that can be to ensure the safety of you, your clients, and all parties involved.

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Sherry Skinner is the Client Services Manager at Interstate Moving and Storage, Inc.  Having been a Realtor in her previous career, she really enjoys being a Move Concierge for Realtors and their clients in the DC Metro.  Sherry received the 2019 NVAR Affiliate of the Year Award and has served on NVAR Cares committee since 2019.  She feels fortunate to have so many opportunities to volunteer and give back to the community in Northern Virginia. 

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Grant Programs That You May Not Be Aware Of

Hosted by Virginia Housing

Tuesday, September 29

2:00 p.m.

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Did you know that there are affordable housing opportunities available for Virginians who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing? There are also low- to moderate-income housing options available in most Northern Virginia counties. Did you know there are financial resources, tax incentives, free homebuying seminars, and housing counseling mentors available to first-time homebuyers? Did you know that there are programs to help individuals with disabilities, and ways for the elderly to make their homes more livable? Learn about all of these opportunities and more in, "Grant Programs That You May Not Be Aware Of" hosted by Virginia Housing, a self-supporting, not-for-profit organization created by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Mortgage Basics

Hosted by Truist

Wednesday, September 30

10:00 a.m.

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Grant Options for First-Time Home Buyers: What Your Clients Need to Know

Presented by Virginia Housing

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Thursday, October 1

1:00 p.m.

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Join Regina Pinkney from Virginia Housing as she dives deeper into different grant options for home buyers. The results may surprise you!

Building Globally: An Insider's Look at Homes Across the Globe

Jen Winter

Thursday, October 1

2:00 p.m.

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What would your life look like today if you didn’t have access to basic infrastructure like clean water, sanitation and a safe home? Join Jen Winter, Paradigm Foundation's Executive Director, in a discussion about the challenges those living in extreme poverty across the globe face daily. Learn how Paradigm Foundation is building hope and addressing some of these needs through their efforts to provide sustainable multi-room homes to impoverished families.

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Jen Winter is the Founder and Executive Director of the Paradigm Foundation, a faith-based nonprofit that serves the ultra-poor globally, with sustainable new homes. A proud graduate of Penn State University, she has served in impoverished communities in the U.S., Brazil, Dominican Republic, Haiti, South Africa and Kenya to work alongside local organizations and churches to equip and empower those in need to improve their futures.  Jen also serves as the CMO for Paradigm Building Group, a custom home builder in Northern Virginia that she launched with her husband, Tim, in 2007. When not traveling for fun or with the Foundation, she enjoys spending time with Tim and their Golden Retriever, Millie, in the low country of Charleston, SC.

Embracing Diversity and Enhancing Professionalism

in Real Estate

Danai Sky

"Bo" Menkiti

Thursday, October 6

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Part 1 | 1:00 p.m.

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Part 2 | 2:00 p.m.

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How can embracing diversity and inclusion lead to greater Realtor® success? In order to become a part of the solution and help create a better future, hear fellow Realtors address the overall positive social impact of fostering diversity and inclusion, while providing best practices so you can develop your own plan of action.

As a second generation Realtor, Danai Sky has had the pleasure of being around the real estate industry all her life and her desire to help other´s dream of homeownership become a reality is seemingly inherent. She takes great pride in her communication skills, making it possible to nurture her love of meeting and getting to know others in an industry focused on building and maintaining relationships. 
 
She is licensed in both D.C. & Maryland (all other areas by referral) and represents buyers and sellers in the DC area marketplace. She has always believed in the importance of being involved in the real estate industry and currently serve as the 2020 President of the Greater Capital Area Association of Realtors (GCAAR) and serve on the Board of Directors for the DC Association of Realtors (DCAAR), Maryland Association of Realtors (MR) and Bright MLS. 

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The Menkiti Group is an integrated real estate services firm dedicated to enhancing the fabric of life in America’s urban neighborhoods through the strategic development, management, and sale of residential and commercial real estate. The Company has developed over 1.5 Million Square‐feet, invested over $200 million into revitalizing communities, and owns and operates Keller Williams Capital Properties, a rapidly growing residential brokerage company, with over $2.4 billion in annual sales. Bo has received numerous awards and honors including being named one of the Coolest Young Entrepreneurs in America by INC Magazine and Entrepreneur of the Year in the Mid‐ Atlantic by Ernst and Young. He was also recognized as a 30 under 30 by Realto Magazine.