REALTORS® should attend First Wednesday on August 6th because conflict is inevitable in real estate—but how you handle it can define your professionalism, client relationships, and long-term success.

This session will equip you with practical tools to navigate tough conversations, de-escalate tensions, and turn conflict into collaboration. Whether you're working with clients, colleagues, or cooperating brokers, strong conflict resolution skills lead to smoother transactions, better communication, and a more positive reputation in the industry.

Invest in your ability to build trust, strengthen relationships, and grow your business through understanding and resolution, not confrontation.

First Wednesday Member Forum
Building Bridges: Effective Conflict Resolution for REALTORS®

Topics:

• Major sources of conflict in a real estate transaction
• How to avoid or de-escalate conflict in a real estate transaction
• Tools available to resolve conflicts when they arise
• Consequences of unresolved conflict

Panel:

• Melody Mar, Mediator & Former Director of Professional Standards
• Roger Carson, Mediator & REALTOR® 
• Sarah McGeath, GAAR Director of Professional Standards
• Moderator: Morgan Cannaday, REALTOR®  and 2025 GAAR Board Past-President