Ben Ellefson is launching a program for new and aspiring real estate agents.

Ben Ellefson, who was named  Denver’s “Realtor of the Year” and “Rookie Realtor of the Year” in 2008 by the North Metro Denver Realtor Association, wants to share what he has learned with other fledgling real estate agents.

Elefson, an agent with Innovative Real Estate,  has developed a educational course for aspiring real estate brokers.

“There isn’t an apprenticeship program for beginning brokers to learn how to succeed in a very competitive industry,” said Ellefson. “My goal is to help people — who want to begin a career as a professional broker — learn some of the nuances, and most importantly, learn how to be a professional and treat the industry with respect. There are many obstacles and pitfalls out there, and I’m looking forward to sharing my knowledge and what I’ve learned with others.”

Variety of topics

The course will cover topics including:

How to start a business.

What to watch out for during the first 12 months.

How to market to your sphere.

Negotiation fundamentals.

Closing techniques.

How to brand yourself.

Dealing with short sales.

Working with new homes.

Establishing long- lasting referral sources.

Ellefson will be joined by other top brokers, including LaTonya Bohnenkamp of Innovative Real Estate, Laura Ruch of Keller Williams, Heidi Marshall of Keller Williams Red Door Group and Mike Walker of Innovative Real Estate.

Ellefson’s classes will take place on the second Tuesday of every month, beginning Thursday, April 1.  Contact Ben Ellefson at 303-591-7529 or at   bellefson@iregroup.com

Contact John Rebchook at JRCHOOK@gmail.com or 303-945-6865.

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