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| CRS
(Certified Residential Specialist)
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Why
do I need a residential expert?
Buying or selling a home is one of the most crucial financial
transactions of your life. In what can be a confusing and
sometimes difficult process, it pays to leave as little to chance
as you can. But with the help of a professional, you can navigate
unknown territory with ease.
To fill the specific residential needs of homebuyers and sellers,
the Residential Sales Council of the National Association of
Realtors instituted a class of expert real estate professional:
the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS). |
How can a CRS help me?
Every CRS has undergone a rigorous, specialized course of detailed
training, aimed at making residential transactions as smooth and
worry-free as possible.
A CRS brings special qualifications to your needs:
 | Membership in a local Board, State Association, and the
National Association Realtors. Every CRS is part of a much
larger network of real estate professionals.
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| Successful completion of the courses leading to the
Certified Residential Specialist designation - one of the most
successful residential real estate educational programs in the
country. Every CRS is a real estate professional equipped with
special expertise, thanks to advanced study in listing,
selling, investment, taxes and more.
| A history of demonstrated sales performance through the
documented execution of residential sales transactions.
What this means is that when you work with a CRS, you're
working with someone who is more connected, more
knowledgeable, and more experienced.
What if my needs are special?
If anything about your transaction is special, seek out a
specialist. It's as simple as that. Only 4% of all Realtors
and REALTOR-ASSOCIATES have earned the right to be called a
CRS. Only 4% have developed special residential sales skills
and enhanced their residential sales knowledge through study,
dedication and experiences.
A CRS can help you optimize your transaction by identifying
better prospects, clarifying investment potential, and helping
you understand tax ramifications. It all adds up to one thing:
better service.
What special qualifications does a CRS bring to my
transaction?
Your trust in a CRS is well-earned, thanks to these
distinctive credentials:
| A professional designation of residential specialty, the
highest in the industry
| A higher level of education in residential sales
| Professional affiliation with thousands of other real estate
professionals on the local and national levels
| Up-to-the-minute industry information, with respect to
taxes, investment, legislation, and other areas of critical
importance
| Local market knowledge - special residential expertise
unique to your area
The CRS designation: our badge of expertise and your
shield of assurance. Look for the CRS Shield when considering
your next residential transaction.
Put your trust in the best. Get the job done right with the
help of a Certified Residential Specialist. |
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| WCR
(Women's Council of REALTORS) |
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| LTG
(Leadership Training Graduate - Women's Council of REALTORS) |
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Leadership Training Graduate (LTG)
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WCR's Leadership Training Graduate (LTG) Designation
is achieved only after successful completion of a curriculum
with a core focus on personal and professional development.
The LTG Designation recognizes real estate's top producers by helping them succeed in career leadership through a blend of education and experience.
The LTG is the only recognition of professional leadership skills offered in the REALTOR® community. The combination of training and experience cultivates a distinctive, well-rounded real estate professional who is ready to move to the next level. It's a powerful combination for success. |
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| GRI
(Graduate, REALTORS Institute) |
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GRI
is the symbol of the Graduate Realtors Institute professional
designation series. The symbol is recognized nation wide. It shows
clients that the holder has a solid grasp of real estate
fundamentals. The program is the foundation for the National
Association of Realtors (NAR) and California Association of
Realtors (CAR) real estate advancement program.
GRI consists of three, five day programs, GRI I - Residential Real
Estate, GRI II - Advanced Residential Real Estate, GRI III -
Specialty Real Estate.
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| ABR
(Accredited Buyer Representative) |
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The
Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the
benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted
designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real
Estate BUYERS AGENT Council (REBAC) of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
REALTORS® who met the specified educational and practical
experience criteria.
When you find an agent that proudly displays the ABR®
designation, you know that you are dealing with a professional in
the field of buyer representation. |
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| SRES
(Seniors Real Estate Specialist) |
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Senior
issues and problems are now being recognized by REALTORS®
nationally who specialize in Seniors Real Estate. If you are
thinking of selling, buying, relocating or refinancing, you need a
a SRES designated REALTOR to guide you through your transactions.
We deserve a Seniors Real Estate Specialist who understands our
unique housing needs and issues.
A REALTOR® with the SRES designation has the experience
and knowledge necessary to become a part of a Senior Property
Owner's financial team. They currently average more than 15 years
in the real estate field. Their commitment in obtaining this
professional designation is proof of their interest in and
involvement in Senior Housing Issues. |
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| e-PRO
Certification |
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An e-PRO
is a REALTOR® who has successfully completed the e-PRO training
program for real estate professionals. Endorsed by the National
Association of REALTORS®, the e-PRO course teaches professionals
the nuts and bolts of working with real estate on-line: Web sites,
e-mail, on-line tools, and most of all, what today's consumer
really wants.
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What does
all this mean to you? There are several benefits of working with a
certified Internet professional.
More
privacy
Are you
reluctant to give out contact information through the Web for fear
of being pestered or spammed? e-PROs understand. They've learned
the Web isn't just a place to do business; you need information
from someone you can trust.
That's
why e-PROs respect your privacy. They respond quickly to your
questions, but don't send you unwanted communication. And they
protect your personal information.
Less
hassle
Tired of
struggling to find information? e-PROs are more likely to have
access to the latest Internet utilities, making your life easier.
These tools may include:
| On-line
home tours
| Instant
access to comprehensive neighborhood data
| Extensive
property listings
| Immediate
e-mail notification of just-listed homes meeting your criteria
| Referral
networks and on-line forums, where e-PROs can quickly find
information——even potential buyers——from other e-PROs
| Newsletters
on current real estate conditions in your area
| Electronic
faxes sent to you by e-mail
| Advanced
software, PDAs, and laptops to find you answers on the spot |
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The
result: you get more information, more easily. With electronic
files, you have less paperwork to deal with. And since your agent
uses e-mail, you can even eliminate phone tag. The e-PRO
streamlines your entire transaction, from showing to closing.
Less
expense
An e-PRO's
access to advanced technology can save you considerable expense.
You have more tools to find or market your home, so you're likely
to get a better price. With on-line home tours, you reduce
in-person showings——and the costs involved. And by using
e-mail, you save money on long-distance calls and fax charges.
Relocating?
An e-PRO is ideal for you. With the tools to do your research
electronically, you can make a decision on a home the first day
you're in town——or without traveling at all. You and your
family save on travel costs. And after you've decided to buy,
monitoring the sale by e-mail saves you even more.
Should
you use an e-PRO? Yes - especially if you're an Internet user. In
this fast-paced age, technology has become a necessity. An e-PRO
is someone who has recognized and responded to the needs of the
new consumer. If you choose an e-PRO, it's a safe bet you'll get
the kind of service you want - and need. |
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Professional Designations
