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            National Association of Realtors SFR Designation

Stacy Lyons and the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (NAR) are pleased to announce the arrival of REALTOR Designation SFR which encourage its members to enhance their knowledge about the short sale process and how to help their clients with the process of Short Sales.

The SFR certification program is offered by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council of NAR. The program includes training on how to manage short-sale, foreclosure, and real-estate owned transactions, and provides resources to help Realtors® stay current on national and state-specific information as the market for these distressed properties

In today’s market, continuing education is your best way to stay ahead of the competition. Now more than ever, successful agents must keep current on issues, involving technology, changing legalities, and many other central components of the business. NAR and its nine Institutes, Societies and Councils offer advanced education designation and certification programs to help members remain up-to-date in such a dynamic environment. Although other designations exist, only these carry an official NAR endorsement. Now thanks to NAR’s Right Tools, Right Now initiative many high-value online education courses are being offered.

“REALTORS^" have access to advanced education designation and certification programs, tailored to virtually every real estate specialty. Beyond building skills, knowledge and productivity, these prestigious programs enhance the professional image of REALTORS and take our members to the next level”, said Stacy Lyons, with Ronck Realty.

The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS and Stacy Lyons strongly encourage its members to increase their professional image, marketability, productivity, and to provide better service through the pursuance of a designation or certification program.

For a complete list of the official NAR family designations and certifications, visit http://www.realtor.org/education