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CAA Tri-County Education & Events Calendar Page 1 of 5

September 2010

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 – Looking for that Competitive Edge?

The marketing and sales world is constantly evolving with a new method of

"getting the word out" actually getting out each day. Are you prepared?

Learn new and progressive ways to change up your marketing and sales

techniques to reach new audiences, capture undivided attention and

increase your sales! We will examine the current state of our industry and

chart the direction that it’s heading, while exploring new trends, such as

multifamily social media marketing, online video sharing and search engine

optimization (SEO) techniques that are sure to be a game changer. This

seminar will arm you with the tools needed to be successful and ensure

that your property stays ahead of the competition. Gear up for the 4th

quarter with confidence!

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: CAA Tri-County Office, 20863 Stevens Creek Blvd., #250, Cupertino, CA 95014

Cost: $49

Qualifies for 3 hours of CCRM Continuing Education Credits

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 – Lead Renovator Training

Effective April 2010, there are new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

regulations that affect all individuals who conduct renovations or repairs

including painting or window replacements for any housing constructed

prior to 1978. Property management companies and owners performing

renovations or repairs on pre-1978 housing are required to become a

certified renovation firm to be in compliance with federal law. This eight-

hour course was developed by the EPA. The class is designed to train

contractors who perform building renovations or repairs and, painting and

window contractors on how to work safely on housing with lead-based paint

and comply with EPA's Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule.

Cancellation Policy: In order to comply with EPA guidelines, cancellations must be made 7 days before scheduled

class to receive tuition refund. All students must be registered in advance of a class. There will be no onsite

registration.

Time: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.


Cost: $249 Member / $269 Non-Member



WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 – Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Learn the answers to these questions and much, much more in this interactive training

class designed to not only comply with sexual harassment training requirements, but

also give you practical advice with real life experiences. Expert Attorney, Karen McCay

of Pahl & McCay will guide you through this potential mine field.

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: CAA Tri-County Office, 20863 Stevens Creek Blvd., #250, Cupertino, CA

95014

Cost: $69 Member / $99 Non-member

Qualifies for 2 hours of CCRM Continuing Education Credits

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 – New Member Orientation

As a benefit to new members, CAA Tri-County offers Info Hour, where

members can learn rental housing basics and find out how CAA Tri-County can

be a valuable resource. Program highlights include: resident information,

accessing free forms, educational opportunities, rental housing laws, plus

open Q & A session with Fran Turano, CAA Tri-County education and advice

specialist.

Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m. or 5:30 – 7 p.m.

Location: CAA Tri-County Office, 20863 Stevens Creek Blvd., #250, Cupertino,

CA 95014

Cost: Free

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 – CAA Tri-County Networking Night

Join CAA Tri-County for an evening of networking with rental property owners,

managers, and industry partners to promote your business. Enjoy good food

and wine while connecting with friends, colleagues, and business associates in

the rental housing industry.

Time: 4 – 7 p.m.

Location: CORT Furniture Rental, 626 San Antonio Road, Mountain View

Cost: $10 (includes two drink tickets)



October 2010

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5 – 2 & 4 Hour Asbestos Refresher

OSHA AND EPA REGULATIONS REQUIRE:

Mandatory Annual Asbestos Awareness Training Courses for maintenance operators

and supervisors who have an Asbestos Certification.

2 hour course

Class III Operation & Maintenance

(8 hour certificate)

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.


4 hour course

Class III Maintenance Supervisor

(16 hour certificate)

Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.



SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9 – Executive CCRM Series 2

We know that your time is valuable and we also know you are looking for that competitive

edge to set yourself apart from other managers and properties. This well rounded,

informative course is your answer. Get all of the benefits of a professional designation

without the time commitment. Be a California Certified Residential Manager in ONLY 3

Saturdays

Dates: Saturday, October 9, 16, & 23

Time: 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.


Series Cost: $699 Member / $999 Non-Member

Individual Course Cost: $85 / $125 Non-Member

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12 – Emergency Preparedness Seminar

When disaster strikes, will you be ready? Being proactive in your emergency

protocols will minimize “lag” time during an occurrence/loss and maximize

the efficiency of your staff and vendors. Work through your own logistics to

ensure that those individuals who have to deal with a property loss are up to

speed with what needs to happen. Make sure that all are aware on who is

responsible for what, regardless when the loss occurs; day or night.

*Qualifies for 2 hours of CCRM Continuing Education Credits

Time: 9 – 11 a.m.

Location: CAA Tri-County Office, 20863 Stevens Creek Blvd., #250,

Cupertino, CA 95014

Cost: $29 Member / Non-Member $49



WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13 – Evictions & Notices

Serving eviction notices or 3-day notices is serious business. It needs to be

done correctly or it could cost the landlord more time and money. Protect

yourself and your investment; make sure that you are properly serving

these notices. Get the expert legal counseling you need from a specialist in

landlord-tenant law.


Time: 9 – 11 a.m.


Cupertino, CA 95014


THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14 – Beyond the Vine

A premier fundraising event for the California Apartment Association

Tri-County Division's Public Affairs activity fund. In a highly

competitive and heavily regulated marketplace, it's important to join

forces with your partners in the rental housing industry to protect

your businesses from harmful regulations and promote good public

policy in Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and San Mateo counties. Supporting

this event is an opportunity to give your company high visibility and

position it as a leader in the local rental housing industry.

Time: 6 – 8 p.m.


Cost: $150

For sponsorship information and/or to register, contact Amy Baker (800) 967-4222 x-6452 or [email protected]

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19 – Managing Rent Control Housing

Rent Control: it's a dreaded phrase that no rental property owner or

manager wants to hear. Yet, in some cities it's part of doing business.

In this course, CAA Tri-County discusses local rent control ordinances

and talks about the ins, the outs, the dos, and the don'ts of managing

rent control property in San Jose, and Los Gatos. This interactive

workshop will teach tips on how to successfully manage these

properties, stay out of trouble, and how to respond when a dispute

arises.


Time: 9 – 11 a.m.





WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20 – Fair Housing; It’s the Law

Fair Housing law is constantly changing and evolving. In order to protect yourself

and your asset it is essential that you and your staff are up to date on the latest

Fair Housing Laws and Practices. Fair Housing practices are not only ethical, they

are good business. With discrimination complaints, undercover investigations,

fines and penalties on the rise, it is imperative that all owners and employees are

trained to understand and abide by all federal, state and local laws regarding fair

housing.


Time: 8:30 – 12 p.m.

Location: CAA Tri-County Office, 20863 Stevens Creek Blvd., #250, Cupertino, CA

95014

Cost: $79 Member / $99 Non-Member

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21 – Year-end Tax Planning

Leonard W. Williams, CPA has spoken at our functions many times over

the years, and wrote a column on taxes in the CAA Tri-County magazine

for many years. The tax column will resume shortly in the Apartment

Management magazine. He has been a speaker at the tax updates of the

California CPA Society several times over the years, and writes a monthly

column on California taxes for the California CPA Society's magazine. He

was quoted in the "Wall Street Journal" this past March on the CA use tax.

Time: 10 – 12 p.m.


Cupertino, CA 95014


TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26 – New Member Orientation

As a benefit to new members, CAA Tri-County offers Info Hour, where

members can learn rental housing basics and find out how CAA Tri-County

can be a valuable resource. Program highlights include: resident information,

accessing free forms, educational opportunities, rental housing laws, plus

open Q & A session with Fran Turano, CAA Tri-County education and advice

specialist.

Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m. or 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.


Cupertino, CA 95014

Cost: Free

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