
When is a Real Estate Agent a REALTOR®?
- They are a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
- National Asssociation of Realtors - the voice for both commerical and residental real estate
- The NAR provides a facility for continuing professional developement
- REALTORS® are pledged to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice

Accredited Buyer Representative
Designation is the benchmark of Excellent in buyer representation
- Completed the comprehensive REBAC course in buyer representative and passed a written examination
- Demonstrated a practical experience of having completed 5 closed real estate transactions in the field of buyer representation
- Received recommendations from two of the real estate practitioners buyer clients
- Be a member in good standing with the National Association of Realtors.

Certified New Home Sales Professional (CSP)
- Complete a comprehensive CSP course and pass a written examination
- Certification is designed for specialists in new home sales

Certified Residential Specialist
- Highest designation awarded to experienced REALTORS® in the residential sales field
- Must meet stringent education requirements to be awarded this designation
- Must meet vigorous production requirements
- Recognizes professional accomplishments in both experience and education

Graduate, Realtor Institute
- A professional designation for those who have graduated from the Realtor Institute
- Associated with the National Association of Realtors
- Must have completed a comprehensive education program in residential real estate
SHSTM
Senior Housing Specialist
- Completed the intensive education course required to earn this designation
- Acquired knowledge about the specific needs and issues affecting the mature adult client
- Developed a network of specialists to deal with tax issues, estate planning and equity conversion to meet the needs of the client