The housing market is shifting. Affordability remains a challenge. Artificial intelligence is changing how REALTORS® work.

TRENDS brings these conversations together in one event

In one afternoon, you'll hear from local industry leaders, discover resources for your clients and see practical applications of emerging technology.

Come for the insights. Leave with ideas you can use.

WHERE AND WHEN

TRENDS 2026
Monday, November 2
11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
LVR HQ, 6360 S Rainbow Blvd.
Free (lunch provided)

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TOPICS AT TRENDS

1. WHERE IS THE MARKET HEADED?

A Southern Nevada Market & Trends Update

What's happening in the local real estate market, and what should REALTORS® be watching?

Bob Hamrick, Vice Chair of the LVR TRENDS Committee, will provide an update on current market conditions and the trends affecting buyers, sellers and real estate professionals.

Why attend: Get timely market insights to inform your business decisions and conversations with clients.

2. HOW DO WE MAKE HOMEOWNERSHIP MORE AFFORDABLE?

Practical Solutions for Buyers and Sellers

Affordability is one of the biggest challenges facing today's housing market. But what solutions are available?

Hear from leaders in homebuilding and mortgage lending about financing options, builder incentives, available programs and other resources that may help buyers overcome affordability barriers.

Featured presenters:

• Tina Frias — CEO, Southern Nevada Home Builders Association
• Andrew J. Leavitt — Interim Chair, Board of Governors, Nevada Mortgage Lenders Association
• Jennifer K. Wolf — Interim President, Board of Directors, Nevada Mortgage Lenders Association

Why attend: Discover options and resources that could help you move more buyers and sellers toward successful transactions.

3. WHAT CAN AI ACTUALLY DO FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

Real REALTORS®. Real Applications.

Forget the hype. See how REALTORS® are putting AI to work.

John Gafford, Chair of the LVR TRENDS Committee, will lead a discussion with four participants from the 30-day AI challenge.

Hear what they tried, what they learned and how they're applying AI to their everyday real estate business.

The session will include practical examples of AI applications you can explore for yourself.

Why attend: Leave with real-world ideas for using AI to save time, improve productivity and work more effectively.

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EVENT SCHEDULE

11:30 a.m.

• Lunch and arrival

11:45 a.m.

• Welcome and opening remarks — John Gafford

12:05 p.m.

• Market & Trends Update — Bob Hamrick

12:30 p.m.

• Affordability Solutions — Industry Presenters

1:15 p.m.

• AI in Real Estate — John Gafford and AI Challenge Participants

2:00 p.m.

• Event concludes

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