What is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)?

The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation is the professional Designation offered by the Council of Residential Specialists.  The CRS Designation is the highest professional designation awarded to REALTORS® in the residential sales field.  Fewer than 2% of all REALTORS® hold the CRS Designation.  Realtors who receive the CRS Designation have completed advanced courses and have demonstrated professional expertise in the field of residential real estate.   There are over two million REALTORS® in business today.  So, if you want to find that one-in-a-million REALTOR®, start with the fewer than 38,000 who hold the Certified Residential Specialist Designation.  CRS is the symbol of excellence in residential real estate.  Our members have proven they have the experience, training and commitment to be among the best in their profession.   Home buyer and sellers can be assured that CRS Designees subscribe to the strict Realtor® code of ethics, have access to the latest technology and specialists in helping clients maximize profits and minimize costs when buying or selling a home.