UPCOMING EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

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CFBLA Upcoming Events

- Aug 19, 2026 - CFBLA CLE Lunch, Real Estate Corner: A Broker’s Take on Bankruptcy and How It Affects Business, presented by Chris Bessett
- Sept 19, 2026 – Family Fun Day, Winter Park Racquet Club – (more information coming soon)
- November 5 & 6, 2026 - View from the Bench Series
- November 20, 2026 - Annual Mini-Golf Tournament (more information coming soon)

Wednesday, August 19, 2026
CFBLA CLE Lunch

Sponsored by Ewald Auctions

Real Estate Corner with Chris Bessette: A Broker’s Take on Bankruptcy and How It Affects Business

Join us for an informative CLE presented by Chris Bessette, Owner of My Pinnacle Homes Group at Keller Williams Classic Realty, as he explores the latest Central Florida real estate trends and their impact on bankruptcy practice. This program will cover current residential and commercial market conditions, foreclosure trends, real estate closings involving bankruptcy estates, and practical strategies for overcoming common transaction challenges. Attendees will gain valuable insight into how bankruptcy affects real estate transactions and learn best practices for working effectively with brokers, lenders, and title companies to achieve successful outcomes.

• Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

• Location:  Akerman, 420 S. Orange Ave, Orlando, FL

• CLE:  1 Hour General (pending)

• Cost:  $25 members | $35 non-members

• RSVP Deadline: August 17, 2026 @ 3:00 pm

Save The Date – More information coming soon!
Sunday, September 19, 2026

Family Fun Day - Winter Park Racquet Club

Bring the whole family and join us for a day of summer fun! Enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch, beer and wine for the adults, and soft drinks and juices for the kids. Then spend the afternoon swimming, boating, fishing, racing down the waterslide, and enjoying a face painter and balloon artist. There's something for everyone—come relax, have fun, and make great memories with your CFBLA friends and family!

Thursday & Friday, November 5 & 6, 2026

View from the Bench Series