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SRES® Designation Gets A Face Lift & Implants!

By Chris Griffith

Real Estate Agent with Downing-Frye Realty, Bonita Springs, FL 676419

March 12, 2007 12:56 PM

sres There's great news for all of you agents that ENJOY learning and show PRIDE in achieving your designations.

REBAC has purchased the SRES® designation. The SRES designation is now part of the SRES Council and NAR family of designations. Soon to follow will be a new ad campaign focused on consumers, new prospecting tools for designees and a new look to the SRES® logo.

If there is an SRES® course in your area, sign up! Effective immediately, the SRES® course will be recognized as elective credit for the Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) designation. Isn't that great news?! abr

The next time you're considering a course to get those continuing education credits consider the SRES® and ABR® designations. Show your involvement in the real estate community and pride in your profession by becoming a specialist with a designation!

Consumers: If you're interested in finding a SRES® - Seniors Real Estate Specialist visit:

http://www.seniorsrealestate.com/

Consumers: If you're interested in finding an ABR® - Accredited Buyers Representative®:

http://www.rebac.net/MembershipDirectorySearch.aspx

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Jennifer Fivelsdal

JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 - Rhinebeck, NY

Mid Hudson Valley real estate connection

Chris still trying to get use to the new picture, it is lovely but I was so use to the old one. I too value education, I took the SRES course a few years ago and I really value the information provided. Working with seniors is something I like to do even if not real estate related. I am on the Senior's Committee in town, I am part of the garden club so I am always interacting with them. Because of the course I now know how to segment the group by age, this allows me to serve them better.

Mar 12, 2007 10:20 PM

Chris Griffith

Downing-Frye Realty, Bonita Springs, FL - Bonita Springs, FL

Bonita Springs Listing Specialist - Agent

Uh, I'm not used to the new photo yet, either. I was searching for an old post yesterday and it doesn't help that I can't recognize myself.

Mar 12, 2007 11:20 PM

No Longer Active

Real Estate - Fallon, MT

Chris, The new picture says you enjoy having fun in this business...

So ... The Twins you referred to the other day are implants...? :-))

Mar 13, 2007 12:09 AM

Chris Griffith

Downing-Frye Realty, Bonita Springs, FL - Bonita Springs, FL

Bonita Springs Listing Specialist - Agent

LOL That right there is funny!

Mar 13, 2007 12:21 AM

Rick & Ines - Miami Beach Real Estate

Majestic Properties - Miami Beach, FL

I'll be totally honest - I have not gotten any additional designations because I've always had a problem with abbreviations - CRS - SRES - ABR ...but if I ever change my mind, I will make sure to look these up.

Mar 13, 2007 02:55 AM

Kaye Thomas

Real Estate West - Manhattan Beach, CA

e-PRO, Manhattan Beach CA

Chris- This is great.. I had planned to pick this up this year.. now another reason to do so..

Mar 13, 2007 03:21 AM

David A. Podgursky PA

THE PODGURSKY GROUP @ Re/Max Direct - Boynton Beach, FL

THE PODGURSKY GROUP - Make the Right Move!

great title...

you should post this as a comment for Jeff Turner's latest post - Sex and Real Estate

Mar 13, 2007 03:29 AM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

Thanks, Chris. Got my SRES last fall. I think the change in the designation makes lots of sense.

Maggie - I personally would recommed the CRS. It is great training (the best I have had) and provides a broader focus (technology, referrals, listings, buyers, building your business investing). If you do a lot with buyers, having the ABR is good too, IMO. GOod luck.

Jeff

Mar 13, 2007 03:30 AM

Jim & Maria Hart

Brand Name Real Estate - Charleston, SC

Charleston, SC Real Estate

Funny that you post on this because Jim just mentioned this morning that he's interested in getting this designation.

Mar 13, 2007 03:39 AM

Robert Hammerstein -

Christie's International Real Estate - Hillsdale, NJ

Bergen County NJ Real Estate

Thanks for another good one Chris. I have my CRS and think these designations are all a wonderful tool and we need to be reminded of the benefit of advertising their value.

Mar 13, 2007 05:54 AM

Rich Schiffer

Swarthmore, PA

Referral Agent, e-PRO

Thanks for the update, Chris. Please consider adding Alphabet Soup: the ABCs of Designations to your reading list on the topic of designations. Please also leave a comment there with a link pointing to this one. I wrote that before the acquisition of the SRES designation, so it will be good for readers there to be drawn here, too.

Mar 13, 2007 09:10 AM

Rich Quigley

Chicago, IL

Maggie, I would suggest that you go for something like ABR before CRS. CRS requires a lot of class room time as well as a considerable amount of production. If you get your ABR or GRI, they can count toward CRS credits. Also, CRS classes are not as readily available, so it will take you some time to complete. Just my two cents.

Mar 16, 2007 03:51 AM

Nancy Craig

RE/MAX of the Poconos - Stroudsburg, PA

Hi Chris, I have had my SRES since I started in RE. As a Retired Geriatric Nurse I thought it did not make any sense NOT to earn the designation and I am really excited about the new notoriety we will have as part of REBAC and being recognized by NAR. I am looking forward to some interesting ad materials coming our way - facelifts can be a good thing!

Mar 28, 2007 02:40 AM

Chris Griffith

Downing-Frye Realty, Bonita Springs, FL - Bonita Springs, FL

Bonita Springs Listing Specialist - Agent

Geez Nancy, that's a two-fer! I've always heard nurses do well in real estate due to their ability to interact with people in many different scenarios. You're have all sorts of things going for you!

Mar 28, 2007 02:55 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Chris,, I am in the middle of SRES right now. Took day one this past Saturday and in two weeks will take day two and the exam. As a former RN, I find that nurses have a bit of an advantage with many .."different scenarios"

Jul 08, 2007 11:32 PM

Chris Griffith

Downing-Frye Realty, Bonita Springs, FL - Bonita Springs, FL

Bonita Springs Listing Specialist - Agent

Margaret, nurses and teachers are just good REALTORS, period.

I took my course in Sun City AZ. I had a great instructor and I really enjoyed the class. I think I learned a level of compassion and patience that I've been able to implement with my seniors and their families. After I get permission to discuss their real estate needs with family I keep everyone in the loop. I'm currently working with getting a listing ready for a lovely senior that will be moving north again to be with family.

She is overwhelmed by the whole process and we are taking our time with everything. Moving forward slowly, etc. I am on hand to meet cleaning crews, etc. so she isn't home alone with "strangers" and has a party involved looking out for her best interest.

Jul 08, 2007 11:39 PM

Rich Schiffer

Swarthmore, PA

Referral Agent, e-PRO

Having an agent who is willing to go the extra mile to serve the needs of a Senior client is priceless. I suspect that by serving as an advocate for your client's best interests, you also stand a solid chance of gaining business with their familiy members.

Jul 09, 2007 01:40 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Chris, Good luck on your listing. They will be lucky if they get you as an agent.

Jul 09, 2007 05:38 AM

Amy Whiffen

RE/MAX Southern Shores - Myrtle Beach, SC

REALTOR - Myrtle Beach Real Estate

I am taking the classes next week in Charleston, SC. I am very excited!

Aug 10, 2007 12:22 PM

Chris Griffith

Downing-Frye Realty, Bonita Springs, FL - Bonita Springs, FL

Bonita Springs Listing Specialist - Agent

Thank you for stopping in.

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