Why I’m a GRI and What that Might Mean to You
One of the benefits of writing a blog is that, sometimes, I can brag about me. This is one of those posts, forgive me for being self-indulgent, please.
What are those letters I often put behind my name? What’s a GRI?
Realtors who hold the Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) designation have dedicated their time and money to advanced real estate education to bring you above-standard professional service. The GRI curriculum incorporates a common body of knowledge for progressive real estate professionals; within certain perimeter it is State-specific as are real estate laws.
A Realtor who possesses the GRI designation has not only completed a course of study, 90 post-licensing hours required by the program, but also strictly subscribes to the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). This should be a prime consideration, the ethics of your agent.
Why choose a Realtor with a GRI designation? Buying and selling property is a complex and stressful experience. For many families it’s the biggest single investment of their lifetimes. Over the years, since I attained my GRI in 1990, real estate transactions have become increasingly complicated and, quite unfortunately, litigious. I am proud to say that in my near-20 years of practicing real estate none of my transactions, or me, personally, have ever been involved in a lawsuit.
New technology, laws, procedures and the increasing sophistication of both buyers and sellers require Realtors to perform at an ever-expanding level of professionalism. So, it’s more important than ever that you work with a Realtor who has a keen understanding of the real estate business. According to NAR, “The GRI program has helped the best and the brightest in the industry achieve that level of understanding.”
It is with great pride that I add the letters GRI to my name.
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