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| Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) With over 20,000 members, REBAC is the largest association of real estate professionals focusing on all aspects of buyer representation. Over 11,000 ABR® designees have completed the REBAC course, passed the test and provided documentation of buyer agency experience. Accredited Buyer Representative Manager (ABRM) Geared to real estate firm brokers, owners and managers that have or wish to incorporate buyer representation into their daily practice, designees have taken and passed both the ABR® and ABRM SM course and provided documentation of past management experience. Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) Experts recognized in land brokerage transaction areas of five specialized types: (1) farms and ranches; (2) undeveloped tracts of land; (3) transitional land; (4) subdivision and wholesaling of lots; and (5) site selection and assemblage of land parcels. Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) CCIMs are recognized experts in commercial real estate brokerage, leasing, asset management valuation and investment analysis. The CCIM business network includes more than 5,000 designees and 5,000 candidates principally in North America. Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) Many REALTORS® work with buyers and sellers from different countries or cultures. CIPS designees have demonstrated their international experience and participate in international programs offered by the National Association of Realtors®. Certified Property Manager (CPM) Acquire valuable real estate management skills through educational offerings leading to the CPM® designation. CPM® members have the competitive edge in every area of real estate management from residential to commercial to industrial. Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) With more than 7,000 brokerage owners and managers nationwide enjoying the benefits of membership, the Real Estate Brokerage Managers Council is recognized throughout the industry as the professional peer organization for real estate's leaders. Real estate brokerage owners and managers will be ready to meet their personal and professional challenges when they earn the CRB designation. Counselor of Real Estate (CRE) The Counselor of Real Estate - or CRE - 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. Only 1,000 practitioners throughout the world carry the CRE designation. Membership is by invitation only. Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) is the highest Designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field. It recognizes professional accomplishments in both experience and education. CRS® Designees are experienced REALTORS® who complete advanced training in listing and selling, and meet rigorous production requirements. e-PRO Internet Professional (e-PRO) e-PRO Certification is a revolutionary new training program, presented entirely online, to certify real estate agents and brokers as Internet Professsionals. Comprehensive and educational, e-Pro is the only certification program of its kind that is recognized and endorsed by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. General Accredited Appraiser (GAA) Certified general appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should consider pursuing the GAA designation. 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®. Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI) Members primarily involved in residential real estate wanting to increase their knowledge and skills in a broad array of technical subjects and the fundamentals of real estate participate in the REALTOR® Institute, graduate program to earn the GRI designation. The program also provides opportunities to develop important business contacts. The GRI is a nationally recognized designation of the National Association of Realtors®. Performance Management Network (PMN) Performance Management Network (PMN) Designees have the skills, the experience and the tools to keep them out front and on top of the changing and competitive real estate market. Earning the PMN requires a blend of coursework in real estate business skills and networking experience, a performance mix that builds their careers and elevates the level of service they are able to provide their clients. Residential Accredited Appraiser (RAA) Certified residential appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should consider pursuing the RAA designation. 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®. REALTOR® Association Certified Executive (RCE) Association executives interested in demonstrating commitment to the field of REALTOR® association management should pursue the RCE designation. AEs are recognized for their specialized industry knowledge and their academic and association achievements and experience. Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) Individuals certified with the SIOR designation are top producers in industrial and office real estate brokerage, representing more than 800 offices in over 350 cities worldwide. The Society's mandatory recertification requirement assures clients of the designee's excellence in the fast changing commercial brokerage field. |
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