After 21 years in Real Estate (I reached that milestone on October 20th!), I still believe in showing up with curiosity. This month, I leveled up (again) and earned my GRI® (Graduate, REALTOR® Institute) designation. It's a comprehensive program that covers contracts, compliance, marketing, technology, legislative updates, agency, and ethics. It's designed for agents who want to go deeper and hone their craft. It's been on my list for a while, but it requires a time commitment that I had to plan and make room for.
My business is built on a foundation of knowledge, experience, and a deep respect for the people and homes I represent, as well as for my profession. Along the way, I've earned the ABR® (Accredited Buyer's Rep) and CIPS® (Certified Int'l Property Specialist) designations, and the AHWD (At Home With Diversity) and SFR (Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource) certifications. I am also a home stager, fluent in German, and I earned a Master's degree in Media & Mass Communication and English; a background that shaped how I communicate, listen, and advocate for my clients.
From Silver Spring to Ellicott City (and beyond), I work with buyers and sellers, especially those drawn to homes with character or a story. Every home deserves thoughtful representation, and every client deserves an agent who's committed to the process and to achieving the best results.
The GRI® was a natural next step, but not the last one. My only regret, not pursuing it sooner. It deepened my understanding of the legal and ethical frameworks that guide our industry and refined the tools I use every day. Real Estate doesn't stand still. Neither do I.
And, yes, even after over two decades as an actively licensed and producing Maryland Realtor®, I still believe in continuing education. I am still committed to learning, improving, and showing up with the same level of curiosity and care I've always believed my work and my clients deserve.
If you are looking for a Maryland Realtor® who brings experience, insights, and continued growth to every transaction, please contact me on my cell: 240.593.2860, or email me at andreabedard.re@gmail.com. I'd be honored to help.
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