This real estate designation is awarded to agents that have completed advanced training and work in the field of selling luxury homes. Managed by The Luxury Home Council in association with the RealtyU Group.

Would you like to join the most elite agents in the country who are now specializing in the luxury home market? Why not increase your knowledge, and hone your skills when working with upper-tier buyers and sellers by attending this fast paced, exciting class?

Luxury Home Web Site: http://www.luxuryhomecouncil.com/

 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.

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.

Today, many consumers prefer working with an agent who is contractually bound to represent their interests as the buyer. Agents who have earned the ABR^® designation have demonstrated experience in buyer representation. Two key areas emphasized in ABR^® training are: how to identify potential problems with a property and how to negotiate the best price on behalf of the buyer.

If you want to be represented by the best, make sure your REALTOR^® is an Accredited Buyer Representative
 

   The (ASR^®) designation has become the benchmark of excellence in seller representation similar to the Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR^®) designation being the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation.

The ABR^® designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYER'S AGENT Council (REBAC) of the National Association of REALTORS^®. The ASR^® designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Accredited Seller Agency Council.

The ASR^® is the only trademarked seller agency designation and is owned and managed by the Accredited Seller Agency Council since 2002. Today it is the premiere seller agency designation and more real estate agents carry the ASR^® designation than any other seller’s agent designation.

ASR^® Seller Agents are trained and committed to deliver to today's seller true "value added services." This has a major impact on the quality of representation to you, the seller, as well as potential possibilities to the financial bottom line. Remember, whenever possible, ASR^® Seller Agents are committed to providing exclusive representation to you, which simply means placing your interests above that of others in the real estate transaction.

Committed to adhering to a stringent standard of ethics, ASR^® Seller Agents are to demonstrate complete honesty in pricing as well as thorough research and preparation in completing and presenting the property market analysis. A further and most important commitment of ASR^® Seller Agents is to demonstrate ethical conduct and integrity in every aspect of their real estate career.

ASR Web Site: http://www.selleragency.com/

   CCIMs are recognized experts in commercial real estate brokerage, leasing, valuation and investment analysis. The CCIM business network includes more than 7,500 designees and an equal number of candidates principally in North America, but also in Asia and Europe. CCIMs are backed by a respected education program, as well as superior technology products and business resources.

CCIM Institute
Call 800/621-7027, visit the CCIM Web site. 

Certified Commercial Investment Members (CCIM) : The CCIM San Antonio South Texas Chapter is composed of CCIM Designees, Candidates, and Affiliate Members. The Chapter serves as a focal point where members exchange ideas, property information, assist each other to fulfill their clients’ real estate objectives and receive expert professional training in all areas relating to the real estate industry. The Chapter is also a means to network real estate needs both locally and nationally.

  Agents can maximize their potential by earning the CRS^® Designation and joining the organization that has served top-producing residential sales agents since 1977. The more than 35,000 CRS^® Designees benefit from nationwide referral opportunities, a professional image that attracts customers, and sales and marketing support. The CRS^® Designation is awarded to experienced REALTORS^® who complete advanced training in listing and selling, and meet rigorous production requirements.

Council of Residential Specialists:
Contact Customer Services at 800/462-8841, visit the CRS Web site.

Certified Residential Specialists (CRS^®) : Alamo Area South Texas CRS^® Chapter Mission Statement - To increase public awareness of the CRS^® designation and its value, adhere to our industry's professional standards, and offer educational opportunities that allow us to provide the highest level of service and professionalism to our clients, fellow REALTORS^®, and our community.

  Reach the affluent and rapidly growing consumer group who will appreciate your interest and ability in using the Internet. These consumers will recognize that a REALTOR^® who is e-PRO certified will provide them with the latest techniques and services for their home buying and selling needs.

Join this elite community of tech-savvy real estate professionals!

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.

e-PRO^® is not just about technology - it's about how you can leverage your most powerful asset, your people-skills, into doing more business on the Internet.

e-PRO^® gives you:

• Exhaustive Internet Training
• Unique Competitive Advantage
• Professional Distinction 
• CE credit is now available in several states  

For more information on the e-PRO^® certification, visit the REALTOR^® e-PRO^® Web site.

  The National Association of REALTORS^® (NAR) Green Designation is the definition of green professionalism, excellence, and leadership for today’s real estate practitioners. Specifically designed to address the educational needs of practitioners in residential, commercial, and property management markets, this training program is a true cross-over designation and the only green designation recognized by NAR.

  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.

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®.
Contact your State REALTOR^® Association for course dates and locations or go to the listing of State REALTOR^® Associations available here.
NAR maintains a clearinghouse of information for individuals interested in the GRI program. For more information, visit the new GRI site.

GRIs^® are:
• 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. 
 

  The REALTORS^® Land Institute is the only real estate membership organization serving practitioners who specialize in land transactions, ranging from farms and ranches; recreational and special interest properties; raw land; transitional land; subdivision and lot wholesaling; to site selection and land assemblage. Since 1944, the organization has been dedicated to building knowledge and building business for its members. RLI offers superior education through its RLI Land University and professional developments programs, provides an array of services that encourage networking and referral opportunities, and serves as a voice in Washington on land-related issues through the National Association of REALTORS^®.

Members of the REALTORS^® Land Institute may earn the prestigious Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) Designation, which is conferred to only those land specialists who complete a rigorous education program and who achieve a volume of successful land transactions. Contact RLI at 800.441.5263 and at www.rliland.com.
 

  The SRES^® Designation program trains REALTORS^® to profitably and ethically serve the real estate needs of clients age 50+. Includes first year membership in SRES Council and its umbrella of services.

SRES Council
Call 800-500-4564 or visit the SRES Website.
 

 The Texas Affordable Housing Specialist certification combines MCE courses that equip you with the knowledge to help first-time homebuyers and increase homeownership and retention in Texas.

There are two certification tracks, each headlined by the popular four-hour United Texas course.

Webpage: http://texasrealtors.com/web/8/ahs_certification/
 

  The Women's Council of REALTORS^® (WCR) is a nationwide community of more than 18,000 real estate professionals. WCR's mission is to empower women to exercise their potential as entrepreneurs and industry leaders. WCR's Performance Management Network is the newest REALTOR^® designation, combining real-world skills with the power of WCR's national referral network.

Women's Council of REALTORS^®