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With over 40,000 members, REBAC is the largest association of real estate professionals focusing on all aspects of buyer representation. Over 30,000 ABR designees have completed the REBAC course, passed the test and provided documentation of buyer agency experience.
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AHWD certification relays to the public that those certified have been professionally trained in and are sensitive to a wide range of cultural issues inviting a wider volume of business from a greater variety of cultures.
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ALC’s are the recognized experts in land brokerage transactions of five specialized types: (1) farms and ranches; (2) undeveloped tracts of land; (3) transitional and development land; (4) subdivision and wholesaling of lots; and (5) site selection and assemblage of land parcels.
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CCIM designees are recognized experts in commercial real estate brokerage, leasing, valuation and investment analysis. CCIM is backed by a respected education program, as well as superior technology products and business resources.
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Whether traveling abroad to put deals together, assisting foreign investors, helping local buyers invest abroad, or serving an immigrant niche in local markets, CIPS designees are consumers’ best resource to ensure they are dealing with a professional skilled in the unique aspects of international real estate.
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CPM members have the competitive edge in every area of real estate management from residential to commercial to industrial.
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A Counselor of Real Estate is a member of The Counselors of Real Estate, an international group of recognized professionals who provide seasoned, objective advice on real property and land-related matters. Membership is by invitation only.
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The Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation is recognized industry-wide as the measure of success in brokerage and real estate business management. CRB designees consistently increase their knowledge, advance their earning and career potential, increase their firm’s profitability and benefit from active involvement in our network of real estate professionals.
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The CRS Designation is awarded to experienced REALTORS^® who complete advanced training in listing and selling, and meet rigorous production requirements. CRS designees benefit from nationwide referral opportunities, a professional image that attracts customers, and sales and marketing support.
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The Certified Real Estate Team Specialist certification is designed to improve team development, individual leadership skills, and financial performance. It is for team leaders, team members, those looking to start a team, and those who simply want to sharpen their management skills.
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e-PRO is a revolutionary training program presented entirely online to certify real estate agents and brokers as Internet Professionals. The National Association of REALTORS^® is the first major trade group to offer certification for online professionalism.
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The GAA designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®.
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Members involved in residential real estate who want a solid base of information for their practice will want to participate in the REALTOR® Institute program and earn the GRI designation. The National Association of REALTORS® maintains a clearinghouse of information for individuals interested in the GRI program.
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NAR’s Green Designation is the only environmental real estate designation addressing multiple specialties. It is also the only green designation for agents and property managers recognized by the National Association of REALTORS®.
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NAR’s MRP certification focuses on educating real estate professionals about working with current and former military service members to find the housing solutions that best suit their needs and take full advantage of military benefits and support.
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The Women’s Council of REALTORS^® offers the Performance Management Network (PMN) designation to give you real-world tools and a connection to a network like no other. Diving into topics such as leadership, negotiating, networking and business planning, the PMN’s suite of professional performance training courses are focused on keeping your business on top of an ever-changing market.
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The PSA certification is designed to strengthen your skill in pricing properties, and to help clients with any questions they may have regarding home values.
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The RAA designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®.
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The REALTOR® Association Certified Executive (RCE) is the only professional designation designed specifically for REALTOR® association executives. The RCE designation exemplifies goal-oriented association executives with drive, experience and commitment to professional growth.
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This certification is for real estate professionals who want to sharpen their negotiation skills. The RENE certification program gives REALTORS® the tips and tools they need to be skillful advocates for their clients.
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RSPS is recognized as an official NAR Certification, and allows buyers and sellers to have confidence in the ability of a REALTOR® who specializes in buying, selling or management of properties for investment, development, retirement, or second homes in a resort, recreational and/or vacation destination, to assist them with their search.
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The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal performance. The designation is awarded to real estate practitioners who meet specific educational and practical experience criteria.
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Knowing how to help sellers maneuver the complexities of short sales as well as help buyers pursue short sale and foreclosure opportunities are not merely good skills to have in today’s market. They are critical.
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Individuals certified with the SIOR designation are top producers in industrial and office real estate brokerage. The Society’s mandatory recertification requirement assures clients of the designee’s excellence in the fast changing commercial brokerage field.
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The SRES designation program trains REALTORS® to profitably and ethically serve the real estate needs of clients age 50+.
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