What Is an SRS Designation, and Who Is It For?
The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation is the premier credential in seller representation. It is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal performance. The designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) who meet specific educational criteria.
Benefits of Becoming an SRS
The foundation of the SRS course covers the core competencies of seller representation according to office policies, license law, and the Code of Ethics. You will have a comprehensive foundation of skill development, training, and resources to help you represent the interests of sellers in today's marketplace.
Students learn to:
- Increase listings and grow their business
- Demonstrate and communicate their value package to seller clients
- Understand and apply the Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice
- Understand and comply with state license laws when representing sellers
- Understand and apply methods, tools, and techniques to provide support and services that sellers want and need
Additional Member Benefits Include:
- Access to a wealth of member-only education, resources and services including customizable pre-listing checklists, email marketing guides and social media tools
- "Find An SRS" online directory for the public to access and for direct member to member referral opportunities
- The Source – a private online referral and networking group for SRS designees
- Subscription to the bi-monthly digital Real Estate Business Magazine
- Exclusive monthly webinars for designees, as well as on-demand access to the full library of past webinars
- Discounts on select REBI products
How to Earn the SRS Designation
Education
- Complete the SRS course, either online/self-paced or in a classroom/virtual setting.
- Successfully complete an approved elective course.
Exam
- An exam is required for online courses. No exam is required for most classroom or live virtual courses.
Professional Affiliation
- Member in good standing with the National Association of REALTORS®
Application
- Submit the designation application to the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI)
Cost
- No application fee
- Annual dues
- Waived for the first 12 months
- $99 each subsequent year
For more information, visit the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) web site.
