2026 AIREE Annual Conference (06/05/2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:45:00 GMT

We look forward to seeing you at our annual event, which provides an opportunity for you to learn valuable information from industry professionals.

AIREE is excited to offer this in-person event, where members can enjoy a full-day of engaging presentations and networking opportunities. Your low-cost registration includes continental breakfast and lunch at a world-class event center!

3000 S. River Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60018
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Those who are not able to join in-person may register to attend the Live Webinar.

This full-day program is approved by the IDFPR for AIREE to provide six hours of instructor development credit that may be used by:

Licensed Pre-License and Continuing Education Instructors who are required to complete instructor development training before their license renewal.
Pre-License and Continuing Education Instructor license candidates who must complete instructor development training in connection with their initial license application.

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Friday, June 5, 2026 | 8:45 am to 3:30 pm
In-Person -or- Live Webinar

2026 Fair Housing and Source of Income Considerations

Presented by:
Isabel Anderson, Outreach Coordinator

Isabel Anderson is the Education and Outreach Coordinator at HOPE Fair Housing Center, where she works to expand community awareness and understanding of fair housing rights. She organizes and delivers trainings for a wide range of stakeholders, including community members, real estate professionals, and nonprofit organizations. Passionate about education and advocacy, Isabel is committed to advancing equitable housing opportunities for all.

Isabel will provide a brief overview of key fair housing law, and then take a deep dive into the Illinois Human Rights Act with an emphasis on Source of Income.

IDFPR Division of Real Estate

Presented by: IDFPR Division of Real Estate:

Laurie Murphy, Director

IDFPR Division of Real Estate leadership will join us to share important updates from the Division of Real Estate.

This presentation will help attendees understand recent and upcoming regulatory changes and offer insights into the future of real estate regulation in Illinois.

This valuable session will include a Q&A opportunity.

The US Mortgage Market in a Divided Era: Regulations, Rates, and Rumors

Presented by: Peter Citera

Peter is a 25+ year veteran of the mortgage industry, who has served in diverse roles ranging from loan origination to compliance and executive leadership. Most recently, he was the Director of Mortgage Education at Real Estate Institute, where he educated thousands of MLOs during his 16-year tenure.

In this session, we’ll take a look at the state of the mortgage market with a focus on the current regulatory landscape at the state and federal levels. Additionally, we’ll examine interest rate and product trends as well as the economic and political factors that affect them. Housing affordability initiatives will play a central role as well and we’ll conclude with some rumors surrounding Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the Federal Housing Finance Agency.

The Big Picture: Where Real Estate Education Is Breaking (and What Replaces It)

Presented by:
Risa Weiss

Risa is the Vice President of Agent Development and Designated Managing Broker at Kale Realty, where she focuses on helping agents build sustainable, productive real estate businesses through coaching, training, and mentorship.

Real estate education is at a crossroads. While licensing requirements, continuing education, and training options have expanded dramatically, the outcomes they are meant to support, agent preparedness, professionalism, retention, and ethical practice, are increasingly strained. Educators, associations, and brokerages are all feeling the disconnect between what is taught and what agents actually need to succeed in today’s market.

This session takes a step back to examine the structural cracks forming across the real estate education ecosystem, and explores what must evolve if education is to remain relevant, credible, and effective in the years ahead.

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Planning to Attend In-Person and Stay Overnight?

We coordinated with the Courtyard by Marriott, Chicago O'Hare,
which is offering a discounted rate.

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2026 AIREE Annual Conference (06/05/2026)

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