REALTOR? versus Real Estate License | John R. Wood Real Estate

If you?re looking for real estate in Southwest Florida, you?re also probably seeking a qualified, experienced real estate as well. While there are MANY great agents here in Southwest Florida, there are only select groups who have the experience, regional knowledge, and the proven track record. Many of these agents fall into the category of being REALTORS^?.

You probably have seen ?REALTOR^?? listed behind an agent?s name. There actually is a difference between having this title behind a name and just possessing a real estate license. While there are agents out there who probably are the exceptions to the rule, having a license may just mean a minimum understanding of real estate and may just provide minimum protection to you, the buyer.

The term ?REALTOR^?? is a term used for members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). It means that a licensee has met certain requirements to become a member and that they hold themselves accountable to a standard of ethics. In fact, the National Association of Realtors has mandated that all Realtors take periodic ethics classes beyond what they took when they first became a Realtor. Realtors become members of the National Association of Realtors through joining their state real estate association and local Board of Realtors. Also, the state license needs to be renewed periodically. To get that renewal requires additional educational courses to be brought up-to-date on the many issues that are constantly changing in real estate.

In addition, there are many professional Realtors that take advantage of additional educational programs offering certification. Some of the certification programs include the G.R.I., Graduate of Realtor Institute, C.R.S., Certified Residential Specialist, C.I.P.S., Certified International Property Specialist and several other specialty programs. These are only available to Realtor members.

When you?re looking for real estate services, trust your John R. Wood professional. ?Many of our agents have extensive training and experience as Realtors, as well as licensees, and hold many designations that qualify them to represent you successfully.

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