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GRI General Information
What is GRI? GRI stands for Graduate, REALTORŪ Institute which is the most prestigious, nationally recognized designation in the industry. Once you have earned the designation you may proudly wear your GRI pin...with no annual dues or renewal fees. What is the Georgia REALTORŪ Institute? An exciting education program that provides practical real estate training for the new or seasoned practitioner which leads to the GRI designation. The GRI designation is a mark of distinction that earns a REALTORŪ member respect and confidence from their peers and the general public. Graduates are recognized nationwide for competence and expertise. How can you benefit from earning the GRI designation? The knowledge you gain by participating in the program and the prestige of holding this national designation strengthens your confidence and gives you an edge over your competition. The expanded network of referrals you'll make from contacts at the course can enrich your business. GRI designees typically earn 30% more than non-GRI designees. Consumers will seek your services because you have pursued a higher level of real estate education. While taking classes you earn credits toward your license renewal. The Georgia Real Estate Commission has approved Georgia REALTORŪ Institute for continuing education credits (30 hours), sales post license (25 hours), and broker pre license (90 hours-Complete all three courses and a separate broker review course to receive credit) What are GRI attendees saying about the courses? "When professionalism is the goal, education is the path and GRI is the vehicle. The quality of instructors coupled with the diversity of topics provide the foundation for this REALTORŪ designation. Combine this with the unmatched networking opportunity, the student can achieve the goal head and shoulder above the average REALTORŪ and undoubtedly make a statement of professionalism to the viewing public. GRI is not only a school, it is a career changing experience." "GRI was wonderful! It has already paid for itself. The information I learned from the Money, Taxes and Investments class has paid for all GRI expenses. I recommend these career changing classes to anyone who is in the real estate profession." " The most compelling reasons for me to take GRI, are the instructors and the other Georgia REALTORSŪ in attendance. The instructors imparted information to us with humor and enthusiasm, making our educational experience a pleasant one. With the students I gained a feeling of comradery. Whether you take GRI for post-license or continuing education credit or simply because you value education, TAKE GRI. You have everything to gain."
In Georgia, GRI is offered as a week long school twice a year at two different locations in the state. Listed below are the locations for the next few years: NEW IN 2002 - GRI Course One in Modules - The same quality education in 10 hour modules.
What topics are covered? GRI One includes the many aspects of real estate transactions plus some tips on personal safety and your taxes. Topics include: Where to Find Listings, Pricing Listings to Sell, Contracts, Government Effects on Real Estate, New Home Sales, Financing I, Fair Housing, and Code of Ethics. GRI Two gives you a better understanding of your product plus advanced materials on contracts and financing. Also in this course you will learn way to use technology in your real estate profession. Topics include: Writing a Business Plan, Loan Closings, Professional Standards, Arbitration, Real Property Law, Financing II and Investing in Your Real Estate Portfolio. GRI Three introduces you to specialty areas of real estate and gives you information on planning your financial future. Also in this course you will learn leads management. Topics include: Brokerage Management, The A B C's of Leads Management, Real Estate Exchanges, Trust Accounts, Investment in Real Estate and Single Family Property Management.
How do I enroll? To obtain the current registration form, call GAR's Fax-on-Demand at 800/451-0577 and request document #401. For Module Registration call GAR's Fax-On-Demand at 800/451-0577 and request document # 422. |
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