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DESIGNATIONS...how many is too many?

I think when we stop learning we're DEAD. And, in Real Estate, there are always new things to learn:  from  technology and new gadgets to contracts and forms. BUT what about all the "designations" we have at our disposal? Do we need them? How important are they?  How helpful have they been to your business? 

I have MUCH to learn (thankfully, it means I am still kicking)!! Maybe my business card will one day be full of them...

 Here are just a few below:

e-PRO® (this is one I want!!):  INTERNET TRAINING PROGRAM REALTOR e-PRO® Web site.

ABR, Accredited Buyer Representative focuses on all aspects of buyer representation REBAC Web site.

CRS®, Certified Residential Specialist® You may benefit from nationwide referrals, a professional image that attracts clients, and sales and marketing support  CRS Web site.

GRI Graduate REALTOR Institute  A BIGGIE. Members take this course in residential real estate who want a solid base of information for their business.   new GRI site

THERE are MANY more. http://www.realtor.org/runivers.nsf/pages/designation
 Happy studying.

 Studying 





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16 comments • Lake Arrowhead Real Estate (909)273-4542 Kat DeLong, Realtor Dre#01235311 • May 29 2007 05:58PM

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I have a few disignations, however, I think putting your education to work is more important that showing a bunch of letters
Posted by Cathy Meyers (HomeSource Lamareaux Residential Realty) almost 5 years ago
Cathy, I so agree. And I really do want to get my ePro, soon.  Do you have that one? If so, how has it helped you?
Posted by Lake Arrowhead Real Estate (909)273-4542 Kat DeLong, Realtor Dre#01235311 (Mountain Country Realty, Lake Arrowhead. (909)-273-4542) almost 5 years ago

Hello Kat, I hope you don't mind the link but I did offer some suggestions about designations:

How To Make Real Estate Designations & Accreditations Work For YOU!

Delete at will! 

Posted by Chris Elizabeth Griffith ~ Bonita Springs Fl Real Estate (Downing-Frye Realty, Bonita Springs, FL) almost 5 years ago
Kathy- There are many, many designations one can obtain. I too have wondered how many is too many. I think as long as you use the knowledge you have, and continually seek more knowledge, one can do all right. 
Posted by Debi Braulik Federal Way Homes For Sale Federal Way WA Search Federal Way Homes (www.kingpiercehomes.com Keller Williams Realty ) almost 5 years ago

Thanks for the post.

Posted by Wayne and Lynda Gomillion (Real Living Hagan Realtors | Pinehurst ~ Southern Pines, NC) almost 5 years ago
Thought I'd stop by and say, "Hi." About the e-Pro designation in particular - I know that when it comes to the internet and technology in real estate, it's important to put into practice what you learn in class. The old addage is true across the board whether in real estate or another field: "Use it or lose it." So a designation is only as good as the paper it's on if you're not implementing it. But what do I know? : ) Mike C
Posted by Real Living Sugar Pine Realty almost 5 years ago

Chris; THANKS so much.  I certainly will NOT delete the link. Very helpful!

Debi; I agree. And KNOWLEDGE is POWER!

Wayne: You're so very welcome! Thanks for commenting. I appreciate it.

Emmett: Yep--so true; use  it or lose it.  Thanks for adding the comment.

Posted by Lake Arrowhead Real Estate (909)273-4542 Kat DeLong, Realtor Dre#01235311 (Mountain Country Realty, Lake Arrowhead. (909)-273-4542) almost 5 years ago
hey all; Please rate.  Thanks so much.
Posted by Lake Arrowhead Real Estate (909)273-4542 Kat DeLong, Realtor Dre#01235311 (Mountain Country Realty, Lake Arrowhead. (909)-273-4542) almost 5 years ago
Designations are important if you're attempting to establish yourself as being knowledgeable in your area. Although many won't know what all of the designations mean, at least they'll see that you're education oriented and it does open the door for further discussion.
Posted by Linda Slocum, Santa Clarita Realtor (RE/MAX of Santa Clarita in Valencia) almost 5 years ago
I do not have the first set of initials. I read a lot and more than likely learned what may have been in these classes. I feel no less able than you guys. I do have 500 sales with which to learn. I frnakly run out of time. I do have a BA form LSU. 
Posted by Eric Bouler ( Gardner Realtors, Licensed in La.) almost 5 years ago

Linda:  Knowledge of your area, and knowledge in general, is always a GREAT thing.  Thanks for commenting.

Eric: I am impressed: 500 sales. SUPER!

Posted by Lake Arrowhead Real Estate (909)273-4542 Kat DeLong, Realtor Dre#01235311 (Mountain Country Realty, Lake Arrowhead. (909)-273-4542) almost 5 years ago
I am currently taking the GRI courses.  Where my intent was to get the designation, the focus now is one of really learning!!  I have learned so much that is icing on the cake from the solid training I get from my broker. Plus the referral side is huge as I have taken classes in different associations and met wonderful people. Many of the instructors are still in the business so the stories they bring are relevant.
Posted by Melanie Ross Benicia CA & Vallejo CA Real Estate, 707-319-2828 (Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific) almost 5 years ago
Collect the Initials in the pursuit of required CE.  Otherwise, stay focused on selling real estate.  Just my opinion.
Posted by David Phillips (Solid Source Realty) almost 5 years ago

I don't think our clients care about those letters after our names. And many agents have little clue about them either.

But for me there are two designations that mean something: CRS & CCIM.
Why? Because they both require the members to have proven they can sell some property. You can't earn them in a weekend. In fact,you have to submit affidavits of your work and your education.

The classes to earn my CRS took me about 12 months to get through, as I was getting my sales numbers up to qualify. CCIM is a butt kicker course and requires a lot more to qualify, and I am really looking forward to starting on it soon!

I also spoke to a lot of CRS & CCIM designees. From them I learned that you will get Referrals because you have earned your designation, and have become a member. Because it shows you have proven your commitment, to at least that degree, And they are right, My referrals, because I am a CRS, have paid for the classes many times over. And the classes are so good, there are some I will be taking again.

But the comments above are correct-
Do it for the education. Use the courses to advance your career, make you a better agent and help your clients. And sell some real estate too!

 

Posted by Sarah Nopp almost 5 years ago

Melanie: A co-worker of mine is currently taking the GRI and is very happy about the experience. Thanks for commenting.

David: Maybe the initials are more important to some than others.  Thanks for your thoughts

Sarah:   After going over all the material on these designations, I may ad the CRS to the E-PRO I want to take.   Thanks for your comments.

Posted by Lake Arrowhead Real Estate (909)273-4542 Kat DeLong, Realtor Dre#01235311 (Mountain Country Realty, Lake Arrowhead. (909)-273-4542) almost 5 years ago

How many is too many?  The answer is simple:

When you need two or more business cards to demonstrate all of your initials earned, then you have too many!

Posted by Steven Shewell, The Mortgage Maverick (Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc.) almost 5 years ago

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