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Bigger Benefits Await

Earn more than just a designation with ABR®

Gain Access

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The Center for REALTOR® Development, in partnership with NAR, is offering the Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) Designation Course (a $295 value), at no cost for all of 2024.

For more information and course dates, please visit become.abr.realtor.

The ABR® Advantage

Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) designees advocate for homebuyers and are recognized as distinguished agents in the industry. When you earn the designation, you receive benefits that will help advance your brand, business, and network.

Global Connections

Global Connections for ABR® designees

Join our international network to exchange expert advice, best practices, referrals and more.

Extended Benefits to Agents and Brokers

Agent and broker benefits

See the resources we provide that enable both agents and brokers to thrive.

Specialized Education

Specialized training as an ABR® designee

Experience continuous opportunities to expand your current industry knowledge.

Hear for yourself

  • I can easily find and speak to someone who works in a certain area by using the buyer’s rep directory on ABR.realtor.

    Christina Lameirao, ABR®, CIPS, RSPS
    Sarasota/Bradenton, FL
    Christina Lameirao, ABR designee

ABR® Benefits Snapshot

Today’s Buyer’s Rep

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Monthly newsletter delivers buyer-centric tips and resources.

ABR® Referrals & Networking Group

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Where ABR® designees share referrals and best practices.

TBR HotSheet

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A weekly scan of online stories and resources delivered by email.

Homebuyer's Toolkit

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A 10-step reference guide, helpful for first time buyers and repeat buyers alike.

Marketing Materials

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Professionally designed and customizable brochures, flyers, postcards, and more aimed at different types of buyers.

Member News

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    For Joseph (Joe) Sinnona, ABR® course instructor, national and international speaker with Sinnona Speaks, and team leader of NorthStar @Exp Realty, mastering buyer representation is not just about completing transactions—it’s about developing confidence in what you offer, refining your business practices and building lasting client relationships.

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  • How to Actually Use AI in Your Real Estate Business

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