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Receive 10% off the online version of CIPS International Real Estate for Local Markets course through the month of April. Register and use Coupon code cipspromo1 to receive the discount.
Product Overview
 All real estate is local but your clients are not - tap into immigrant home buyers or foreign commercial investors. Global influences have transformed your local market into something bigger, more complex. Your next client could come from around the block or around the world. Real estate professionals who target and welcome these customers will experience tremendous growth in their business.
The CIPS - Certified International Property Specialist - Network is the specialty membership group for international practitioners of the National Association of REALTORS®, the world`s largest trade organization. The CIPS designation prepares REALTORS® to service the growing international market in their local community by focusing on culture, exchange rates, investment trends and legal issues. The CIPS Network is comprised of real estate professionals in over 50 countries who deal in all types of real estate, but with one common element: they are focused specifically on the international market, most often in their local area. Whether assisting foreign investors, helping local buyers invest abroad, or serving a growing immigrant population in local markets, CIPS designees are consumers` best providers of professional skills in the unique aspects of international real estate.
Five education courses are required in order to earn the designation:
- Europe & International Real Estate (one day)
Discover information on working with clients in Western and Central Europe, the European Union and how it impacts international real estate, along with economic and real estate trends, and marketing and selling practices.
- The Americas & International Real Estate (one day)
Learn about Caribbean, North, Central, and South American investors including historical and cultural influences, regional relationships, and investment opportunities.
- Asia/Pacific & International Real Estate (one day)
Learn about real estate practices in Asia and the Pacific, specifically cultural influences, economic trends, and investment opportunities.
- Middle East/Africa & International Real Estate (one day)
Discover the cultural implications of working with clients from this region along with real estate practices in Middle Eastern and African countries.
- Investment & Financial Analysis & International Real Estate (two days)
Learn how to measure investment performance, prepare financial projections, and understand the effects of taxes and exchange rates on investments.
Note: The on line version of this course does not count towards the At Home With Diversity (AHWD) certification.
Attendance in a live classroom setting is the most optimal experience for the CIPS courses. Visit http://www.realtor.org/cipshome.nsf/pages/CIPScourses for a listing of classroom offerings.
In addition, you must submit the CIPS Designation Application (http://www.realtor.org/cipshome.nsf/pages/EarnCips) documenting involvement in three international transactions with international clients, including those occurring in your local market. 100 points elective credit for experience must also be documented, earned for years in the real estate business, foreign language fluency, designations earned, attendance at international education sessions, and much more.
Benefits of CIPS Membership include:
- Your contact information listed in the print and online CIPS Network Directory for giving and receiving referrals. The print directory is distributed in over 50 countries.
- Subscription to Global Perspectives in Real Estate
- Targeted news and information sent to you via email
- Invitations to exclusive business and networking events
- For more benefits, visit http://www.realtor.org/international
Author Overview: David Segrest
David Segrest is President of Segrest International REALTORS® in Charlotte, NC. He serves on International Committees at NAR and on Commercial Investment Committees at the local, state and national level. He holds the Certificate of International Business from Central Piedmont Community College. He is an active member of FIABCI, and the Charlotte World Trade Association. David teaches in the CIPS program, drawing on his international business experience.
The CIPS Network--Certified International Property Specialist Network--is the specialty membership group for international practitioners of the National Association of REALTORS®, the world's largest trade association. The CIPS Network is comprised of 1,400 real estate professionals who deal in all types of real estate, but with one common element: they are focused specifically on the "international" market. Whether traveling abroad to put deals together, assisting foreign investors, helping local buyers invest abroad, or serving an immigrant niche in local markets, CIPS members are consumers' best resource to ensure they are dealing with a professional skilled in the unique aspects of international real estate.
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Continuing Education Information:
Note: If you are purchasing this course in order to earn C.E. credits in your state, please review the table below.
Upon checkout you will be able to add C.E. credits option to your purchase.
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Credits/Hours |
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Connecticut |
6 |
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Connecticut - Greater Hartford Association of Realtors® (GHAR) - CE Credit – Elective |
6 |
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Idaho |
12 |
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Illinois |
6 |
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Iowa |
6 |
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Nevada |
12 |
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New Hampshire |
3 |
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Ohio |
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Real Estate Council of Ontario |
12 |
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Washington |
15 | |
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