Thursday, February 19, 2009

What is a CRS?

A CRS is a Certified Residential Specialist. This designation is the highest one a sales associate in residential sales can earn. It is awarded to Realtors who have met strict criteria both in experience and education. With their expertise, advanced education, training and experience in having completed a large number of transactions, a CRS will provide you with knowledgeable service to make sure your home sale or purchase is smooth and worry-free.

Less than 4 percent of all Realtors have earned the CRS designation. They earn almost 3 times the median income earned by the average Realtor.

What does it cost you to move up to this level of service? The price is no more than the average Realtor. And their expertise could save you money and time when you sell or buy a home. Look for a CRS designation when you are looking for a Realtor.

Thursday, February 5, 2009

SRES--Senior Real Estate Specialist

SRES—Senior Real Estate Specialist

The only designation designed specifically to serve clients aged 50+, an SRES can help seniors with lifestyle transitions like relocating, refinancing, or selling a home.

An SRES can counsel you in your decision to sell the family home, refinance, buy rental property, or manage the capital gains and tax implications of owning real estate.

To move or not to move is a question many seniors face. Maybe it’s time to think about investing in a condo where you won’t have lawn to cut or snow to shovel—an SRES is just the person to show you available properties in your area.
If your parent or elderly relative is facing the difficult decision of selling the family home, an SRES has the special skills to work compassionately with them through the process while treating them with the greatest respect and care.