"OK, Barb.. you look like you are capable! But exactly how do all these initials help you sell my home?" Ellinder Murray
Great question, Ellinder! Barb's clients get the benefit of her education and experience, and here's how:
Broker/VP- Brokers require more education, are held to higher standards , and have more liability than agents. All real estate agents must work under a broker! Higher standards help obtain higher dollars! All 3 of our team members are brokers!
GRI- Graduate Realtor Institute- a designation which requires many hours of study on real estate topics not covered in the basics.GRIs have more knowledge to help you get through the pitfalls of selling!
e-PRO- the only certification recognized by the National Assn. of REALTORS® for online proficiency in Internet marketing- held by only 1% of REALTORS® nationwide! 80% of all buyers look online first! (All 3 team members are among the 1st 100 e-PROs in Missouri!)
LTG- Leadership Training Graduate- a national designation with a stringent set of qualifications requiring participation in a variety of leadership roles and training designed to help better serve her clients!
PMN- Performance Management Network- a national designation requiring training in negotiating, networking, and promoting referrals- which benefit her clients directly! (Barb was among the 1st 200 in the nation to earn the designation!)
2005 President, St. Louis Women's Council of REALTORS®- Barb regularly networks with many active agents and industry leaders. Buyer's agents like showing her listings!
2005 Director- St. Louis Association of REALTORS® 2005 Director- Missouri Association of REALTORS® Her involvement allows her direct participation in local and statewide issues affecting real estate! The connections are invaluable!
WCR 2004 Excel Award Recipient- 2x- St. Louis & State of Missouri- An honor given her by other real estate agents!
Barbara is a native St. Louisan and previously spent 20 years in a award-winning sales career!When it comes to negotiating, there is no substitute for experience! It's not uncommon for Barb to save her clients the commission and more! Remember..working with the best pays off!