I am writing  in response to the numerous inquires I receive from fellow Realtors who have seen my business grow in a declining market, asking for me to share my experience in being a Certified Distressed Property Expert and how also asking me how to become certified .

Some Realtors who have contacted do not have any short sale experience and want to get started in this wide open field, filled with business opportunities and the incredible opportunity to help families in distress. Some are already doing short sales and have some experience, which was my my situation before taking the course.,In either case, it is my opinion that as a Realtor you must take the CDPE designation in order to not only survive, but to be successful in the current market. My listing inventory grew by 200% in five months and I am currently representing buyers in 4 distressed purchases.

Alex, the course instructor is absolutely fantastic. I took many short sale courses before I took the CDPE course and he is by far, hands down the best, the course is incredible and the material you take home is vital.
At the completion of the course you will have the knowledge necessary to market for and get short sale listings but most importantly, obtain approvals - QUICKLY! In addition, you will have a monthly conference phone call with Alex. He is such an asset to have in this wild market I feel I should pay him to be on the call.

CDPEs listings also sell faster since Buyer Agents will feel comfortable showing your listings knowing you have the training necessary to get the deal done. I often receive positive feedback from Realtors would not ordinarily show short sale listing but who who tell me that " I will show your listing since I know it will not be a waste of time."

I am confident that CDPE Realtors will receive referrals from CDPEs like myself.  I refer short sale listings to other CDPEs because I know exactly how they work, the system they use, and I can, without talking to the Realtor, always be available to my clients if they have any questions. I know other CDPEs feel the same because I receive referrals from CDPEs from all over the country, I am listing 4 homes this week from referrals I have received from Realtors across the country.

You can find out for more  info and how to become certified here:

http://www.cdpe.com

Best of luck to you and keep me posted!

Help lots of people and have a great day!!!

Patty Da Silva, CDPE©, RESS®, AHWD®
CERTIFIED DISTRESSED PROPERTY EXPERT©

Licensed REALTOR® & Mortgage Broker - Senior Financial Advisor
Serving SouthEast Florida

305-244-0609

http://www.pattydasilva.com