Elderwerks Senior Resource Directory 2025/2026

SRES REALTORS / REALTY RELATED SERVICES

QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN TRYING TO CHOOSE A REALTOR ®

1. Are they a full time Realtor ® ?

The e-PRO Certification is a new training program, presented entirely online, to certify real estate professionals as internet professionals. The SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist) designation is for those Realtors ® who have taken educational classes to know the ins & outs of working with the elder population. “ Youth can walk faster, but the elder knows the road. ” African Proverb

The CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) is the highest designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field. These Realtors ® complete advanced training in listing and selling, and meet rigorous production requirements. The GRI (Graduate Realtor Institute) designation is the mark of a real estate professional who has made the commitment to provide a high level of professional services by securing a strong educational foundation. Realtors ® with the GRI designation are highly trained in many areas of real estate to better serve and protect their clients.

2. Do they currently work in your area? 3. Do they have any special designations that separate them from others? 4. How long have they been a Realtor ® ?

5. What is their listing/selling process?

The ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative) focuses on all aspects of buyer representation.

S ELLING Y OUR H OME ? K EY Q UESTIONS FOR A GENTS AND B ENEFITS FOR W ORKING WITH A REALTOR ®

10 Questions to Ask a Seller ’ s Agent 1. Are you a member of the National Association of REALTORS®? 2. What types of services can you provide me? 3. Are you familiar with the market where I am selling my home? 4. What will be included in our listing contract? 5. How did you arrive at your suggested list price for my home? 6. How will you market my home? 7. How do I attract potential buyers? 8. What do I need to do to get my house ready? 9. How will you vet potential buyers? 10. Do you have references I can speak with?

5 Reasons to Work with a REALTOR ® 1. Agents who are REALTORS® abide by a Code of Ethics. 2. REALTORS® are committed to safeguarding the rights of home buyers and sellers. 3. REALTORS® bring value, partnership, and expertise to every aspect of the property ownership journey. 4. REALTORS® advocate for property owner rights and fight for fair housing for all. 5. REALTORS® are involved in the local community. Visit facts.realtor for more information and resources

Information provided by Heartland REALTOR® Organization www.HeartlandRO.realtor  815-459-0600  info@HeartlandRO.com

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