-- Certified Residential Specialist

CRS is the symbol of excellence in residential real estate. Realtors with this designation have proven they have the experience, training and commitment to be among the best in their profession.

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-- Graduate REALTOR® Institute

Buying property is a complex and stressful task. In fact, it\'s often the biggest single investment you will make in your lifetime. At the same time, real estate transactions have become increasingly complicated.

New technology, laws, procedures and the increasing sophistication of buyers and sellers require real estate practitioners to perform at an ever-increasing level of professionalism.

So it\'s more important than ever that you work with an agent who has a keen understanding of the real estate business. The GRI program has helped the best and the brightest in the industry achieve that level of understanding.

• Nationally recognized as top performers in the real estate industry
• Professionally trained
• Knowledgeable
• Dedicated to bringing you quality service

A GRI can make a difference.

When you see the letters "GRI" after an agent\'s name, you can count on receiving the knowledge and guidance you need to make your transaction go smoothly. In short, you can count on getting the best service available from a real estate professional.

Don't you deserve the best?

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-- Accredited Buyer Representative

When buying a home, choosing the right agent to assist you is instrumental in getting the home of your dreams for a price and terms you are happy with. If you are a prospective buyer, you may want to consider enlisting the help of an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) or "buyer´s agent" to help guide you through what could be the most complicated transaction of your life.

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 BUYER\'S AGENT Council (REBAC) of the National Association of REALTORS® who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria. Of the more than 1 million people in the United States licensed to sell real estate, less than 2% are Accredited Buyer Representatives (ABR®).

• An ABR´s® duty is to represent you and your best interests at all times throughout the transaction. Other agents, unless they specifically disclose otherwise, represent the seller throughout the transaction.
  
• An ABR® can develop a Competitive Market Analysis (CMA) to see how the price of the house compares to the current market. Other agents cannot reveal any information that would be detrimental to the seller or that could give you, the buyer, an advantage. This includes a CMA.
  
• An ABR® can help you write the best offer with the best terms for you. Other agents can help you write the best offer with the best terms3;for the seller.

Although it is not necessary to hire an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) when you purchase a home, it is important that you know your options so that you don´t settle for less representation than you want and deserve3;and it´s FREE! Buyer\'s Agent fees are paid by the Seller!

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The Certified New Home Specialist (CNHS) designation is recognized as Real Estate\'s #1 certification representing professionalism in working with Builders & New Home Buyers. More than 25,000 brokers, builders, managers & sales associates have earned this designation nationwide.

Associates who earn this designation gain increased knowledge in the following areas:

• Understanding today\'s buyers
• Understanding the builder´s perspective
• Broker services most important to builders
• Important elements of new home contracts
• Construction financing options and considerations
• Residential construction from the ground up including materials, methods, terminology and the step-by-step building process
• Architectural design, blueprint reading, understanding site design & topography
• New home marketing strategies
• Sales center design and demonstration techniques
• The new home design process & organizing buyers\' design information
• Strategies for effectively selling quality design & construction

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As a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), I have been recognized by the Institute of Luxury Home Marketing as a well-trained professional who has special upper-tier expertise and has successfully proven expertise in the luxury home and estate marketplace. Additionally, I have earned membership into the Institute\'s prestigious Million Dollar Guild.

 

 

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-- Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Are you facing an "empty nest"? Would you like to "down-size" your house and property, or perhaps join a retirement community living arrangement? Would you like living in an area offering more activities for your lifestyle? Are you wondering what life has to offer you in the next chapter in your life? Have your priorities changed? Are you thinking you would like to try something new? Perhaps you simply feel like you don't "fit" anymore. The growing population of Americans 55 and over has resulted in an increasing need for real estate agents who are knowledgeable about issues of concern to seniors. The newest designation offered to Realtors, the "Seniors Real Estate Specialist" (SRES) is helping seniors and their families select Realtors that are better prepared to assist with their sale and/or purchase of real estate in this phase of life. The SRES designation is earned by Realtors who successfully complete a special training course and attain a passing grade in accordance with course regulations. The SRES designation is conferred by the Senior Advantage Real Estate Council (SAREC). If you\'re a Senior thinking about a transition in your life, NOW is the time to start the process ...even if you think you are 6 months - 1 year - 2 years or more - away from actually making a decision or change. This process will not happen overnight, and careful planning will be the key to a successful transition. Selecting a Realtor with the SRES designation could very well be one of the most important choices seniors and their families make! My SRES designation has prepared me to assist you with the important living decisions that lie before you. Listed below are some special reports designed for Seniors and their real estate needs. Please contact me if you would like any of these emailed to you or if I can answer any questions you might have on these subjects. Special Report on Senior Residential Property Buyers Special Report on Assisted Senior Housing Special Report on Cost Efficient Ways to Maintain Your Home Special Report - It\'s Not What You Sell It For, But What You Get To Keep That Counts