Credentials and Designations Earned By Our Group
Below is more detailed information about the credentials and designations earned by The Red Hot Atlanta Homes Group - Ben Staten and Kathy Kirby Seger during our real estate career.
Associate Broker License: Georgia real estate law provides two types of real estate licenses —salesperson and broker. Each license has certain criteria required by the State of Georgia. However, obtaining a Broker's license requires more experience and knowledge. To obtain a Broker's license, one must have had a salesperson license for at least 3 of the last 5 ye
ars, completed 60 instructional house in Broker's Course Study and then pass the Broker's real estate examination. Therefore, obtaining the Broker's license provides more in-depth knowledge and understanding of the license law.
ars, completed 60 instructional house in Broker's Course Study and then pass the Broker's real estate examination. Therefore, obtaining the Broker's license provides more in-depth knowledge and understanding of the license law.
Any Broker is qualified to open and manage an office of agents - when doing so that Broker is then referred to as the Managing Broker. A Broker choosing not to manage other agents is referred to as an Assoicate Broker. To better serve you, both Ben Staten and Kathy Kirby Seger, have earned their Associate Broker's licenses many years ago. We also continue to attend educational classes throughout the year to stay current on market conditions, financing options, and technology advancements.
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REALTOR® - A REALTOR® is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® a non-profit trade organization
that promotes high professional standards in real estate information, education,
and professional standards. Tha National Association of REALTORS has earned a strong reputation for actively championing private property rights and working to make home ownership affordable and accessible. NAR members adhere to a strict Code of Ethics founded on the principle of providing fair and honest service to all consumers. Ben Staten and Kathy Kirby Seger are proud to be members of the Atlanta Board of REALTORS®, Georgia
Assoication of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS® for over twenty years each.
and professional standards. Tha National Association of REALTORS has earned a strong reputation for actively championing private property rights and working to make home ownership affordable and accessible. NAR members adhere to a strict Code of Ethics founded on the principle of providing fair and honest service to all consumers. Ben Staten and Kathy Kirby Seger are proud to be members of the Atlanta Board of REALTORS®, Georgia
Assoication of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS® for over twenty years each.
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The Accredited Buyer Representation® designation is geared towards agents who wish to enhance their buyer representation skills, and provides proof to prospective buyer-clients of their proficiency at servicing the special needs of buyers. The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted
designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYER'S AGENT Council (REBAC) of the National Association of REALTORS® who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria. As an Accredited Buyer Representative®, membership in REBAC allows us to keep abreast of management and marketing trends in the real estate industry, plus the current legal and legislative issues. REBAC is a large network of experienced buyer representatives who willingly share practical advice with one another.
The Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council, REBAC, was founded in 1988 to promote superior buyer representation skills and services. An affiliate of THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® since 1996, REBAC’s membership now numbers well over 50,000 and is the worlds largest organization of real estate professionals concentrating on buyer representation. Members who meet all course and professional experiential requirements are awarded the ABR® (Accredited Buyer Representative).
Accredited Sellers Representative - Selling a house today you need all the advantages available. One advantage is working with a Accredited Sellers Representative, ASR® . As an ASR® designee we have a proven industry track record . We have been trained and are committed to deliver to you
true
"value
added
services
". This has a major impact on the quality of our representation to you, the seller, as well as potential possibilities to the financial bottom line.
The Accredited Buyer Representation® designation is geared towards agents who wish to enhance their buyer representation skills, and provides proof to prospective buyer-clients of their proficiency at servicing the special needs of buyers. The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted
designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYER'S AGENT Council (REBAC) of the National Association of REALTORS® who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria. As an Accredited Buyer Representative®, membership in REBAC allows us to keep abreast of management and marketing trends in the real estate industry, plus the current legal and legislative issues. REBAC is a large network of experienced buyer representatives who willingly share practical advice with one another. The Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council, REBAC, was founded in 1988 to promote superior buyer representation skills and services. An affiliate of THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® since 1996, REBAC’s membership now numbers well over 50,000 and is the worlds largest organization of real estate professionals concentrating on buyer representation. Members who meet all course and professional experiential requirements are awarded the ABR® (Accredited Buyer Representative).
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Accredited Sellers Representative - Selling a house today you need all the advantages available. One advantage is working with a Accredited Sellers Representative, ASR® . As an ASR® designee we have a proven industry track record . We have been trained and are committed to deliver to you
true
"value
added
services
". This has a major impact on the quality of our representation to you, the seller, as well as potential possibilities to the financial bottom line.
ASR® Seller Agents are committed to providing exclusive representation to you, which simply means we are placing your interests above that of others in the real estate transaction.
As an ASR® designee, we pledge to develop and implement effective communications with our Sellers; research market statistics to price property accurately; and develop a detailed marketing plan for the sale of your home. A further and most important commitment of ASR® Seller Agents is to demonstrate ethical conduct and integrity in every aspect of their real estate career.
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Council of Residential Specialists members must demonstrate outstanding professional achievements
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including high
- volume sales - and have advanced education in real estate technology and marketing. We also must be members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and abide by its Code of Ethics.
Through our membership, we’ve established a national network of top-
producing REALTORS® with significant experience and a proven track record of excellence. So if you, a family member or friend needs help from the best agents anywhere in the US, give us a call and we’ll find the right pro to help them!
In fact, only 4% of all REALTORS® have attained the distinguished Council of Residential Specialists designation.
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Senior Real Estate Specialist® are REALTORS® qualified to address the needs of home buyers and sellers age 55-plus. The SRES® Council awards the SRES® Designation to those members who have successfully completed its educational program.
By earning the Senior Real Estate Specialist® designation, we have demonstrated the necessary knowledge and expertise to counsel clients age 55-plus through major financial and lifestyle transitions involved in relocation, refinancing, or selling the family the home. We have received special training, get regular updates, and are prepared to offer the options and information needed in making life changing decisions. As Senior Real Estate Specialist®, we are experienced and knowledgable in meeting your specific needs.
