ABR®, Accredited Buyer Representative

With over 20,000 members, REBAC is the largest association of real estate professionals focusing on all aspects of buyer representation. Over 11,000 ABR® designees have completed the REBAC course, passed the test and provided documentation of buyer agency experience. Visit their Web page at http://www.rebac.net

ALC, Accredited Land Consultant

ALCs are the recognized experts in land brokerage transactions of five specialized types: (1) farms and ranches; (2) undeveloped tracts of land; (3) transitional and development land; (4) subdivision and wholesaling of lots; and (5) site selection and assemblage of land parcels. Acquire valuable skills through educational offerings leading to the ALC designation. Visit their Web page at http://www.rliland.com

CCIM, Certified Commercial Investment Member®

CCIMs are recognized experts in commercial real estate brokerage, leasing, asset management valuation and investment analysis. The CCIM business network includes over 6,500 designees and 5,300 candidates principally in North America. Visit the CCIM Web Site at http://www.ccim.com

CIPS, Certified International Property Specialist

Many REALTORS^® work with buyers and sellers from different countries or cultures. CIPS designees have demonstrated their international experience and participate in international programs offered by NAR. Visit the CIPS network web site at http://www.cipsnetwork.com

CPM®, CERTIFIED PROPERTY MANAGER®

Acquire valuable real estate management skills through educational offerings leading to the CPM® designation. CPM® members have the competitive edge in every area of real estate management from residential to commercial to industrial. Visit their Web page at http://www.irem.org

CRB, Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager

The Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation is recognized industry-wide as the symbol of excellence in brokerage management. The most successful brokerages are owned or managed by professionals having the prestigious CRB designation. The CRB designation signifies a leader in the industry and the highest level of professional achievement and recognition in the specialized field of brokerage management. NOW is the time to enroll as a Candidate in the CRB Management Certification Program and begin the process of earning your Degree of Excellence, the CRB designation. Visit their Web site at http://www.crb.com

CRS, Certified Residential Specialist®

Agents can maximize their potential by earning the CRS Designation and joining the organization that has served the country's top-producing agents since 1977. CRS Designees benefit from nationwide referral opportunities, a professional image that attracts customers, and sales and marketing support. The CRS Designation is awarded to experienced REALTORS^® who complete advanced training in listing and selling. Visit their Web site at http://www.crs.com

CRE, Counselor of Real Estate

The Counselor of Real Estate - or CRE - is a member of The Counselors of Real Estate, an international group of recognized professionals who provide seasoned, objective advice on real property and land-related matters. Only 1,000 practitioners throughout the world carry the CRE designation. Membership is by invitation only. Visit their web site at http://www.cre.org

GAA, General Accredited Appraiser

Certified general appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should consider pursuing the GAA designation. The GAA designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®.

GRI, Graduate, REALTOR^® Institute

Members involved in residential real estate who want a solid base of information for their practice will want to participate in the REALTOR^® Institute program and earn the GRI designation.

LTG, Leadership Training Graduate

Career Leaders Aren't Born, They're Designated. The LTG designation focuses on career improvement and individual goal attainment. The designation provides recognition to professionals who excel in career leadership through the dynamic combination of education and experience. Visit their web site at http://www.wcr.org

RAA, Residential Accredited Appraiser

Certified residential appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should consider pursuing the RAA designation. The RAA designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®.

SIOR, Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS^®

Individuals certified with the SIOR designation are top producers in industrial and office real estate brokerage, representing more than 800 offices in over 350 cities worldwide. The Society's mandatory recertification requirement assures clients of the designee's excellence in the fast changing commercial brokerage field. Visit their web site at http://www.sior.com