Gain the competitive edge with GRI - The GRI designation, one of the most widely recognized designations available, will set you apart from your competition; giving you the tools to provide high-quality service and enhance your earnings potential.
Requirements:
The GRI is available to REALTORS who complete all nine REALTOR Institute courses (90 hours) within five years. Transfer credit may be granted for previous course work and you may test out of up to two courses.
- Apply for your designation online once you've completed RI401-RI409. After logging in, click on "Register for Courses."
SPECIAL! Register for all 9 courses and save!
NYSAR offers a 20-percent discount for those who register for all 9 GRI courses at once! Download, complete and return this form to register for all nine courses and save.
Course descriptions and schedule:
RI401 - Get it Listed...Get it Sold!
Discover new methods of marketing and how to integrate technology into your business to increase your listings, sales and profits. You'll learn: techniques to get quality listings; tools to find and turn unrepresented sellers into exclusive listings; and how to help motivated buyers buy now.
What REALTORS are saying about this course:
It's a great course for experienced agents as well as new ones. Being in the business for several years this is a great re-charge! Simplifies the qualifying and keeps basic info fresh in mind. Great valuable info. I wish I had taken this years ago. I walked away with 63 great ideas.
Great material, great instructor, great class participation - relevant to my needs in our agency.
CE credit: 15 hours
Cost: $225 members/$250 non-members
Upcoming classes:
May 1-2 in Rochester October 30-31 in Riverhead November 7-8 in Jackson Heights Register online or click here for a registration form.
RI402 - Real Estate Legal Issues - Not Knowing Can Be Dangerous
Limit your liability by developing a clear understanding of agency practice and policy issues, and learning to avoid misrepresentation, antitrust and fair housing violations. (satisfies the Fair Housing requirement)
What REALTORS are saying about this course:
This course will ensure that I keep my license for many years to come.
Very informative. One of the best courses I've ever taken.
CE credit: 15 hours
NYSAR has partnered with local boards and associations to offer “Real Estate Legal Issues - Not Knowing Can Be Dangerous” in 14 locations around New York State. Each class will be free to members who register for another REALTOR Institute course, a $225 value. This is a limited-time offer for currently scheduled classes only, while space is available. REALTORS must call 800-239-4432 to register for the FREE course.
Cost: $225 members/$250 non-members
Upcoming classes:
February 26-27 in Albany March 7-8 in Staten Island March 12-13 in Riverhead April 24-25 in Watertown April 30-May 1 in Utica May 2-3 in West Nyack May 7-8 in West Babylon May 7-8 in Rochester June 4-5 in Poughkeepsie June 5-6 in Lake Placid August 8-9 in Corning September 11-12 in Syracuse October 7-8 in Binghamton October 16-17 in Buffalo Register online or
click here for a registration form.
RI403 - Financing to Increase Homeownership
Increase your bottom line by closing more transactions. In today's competitive market, you can become a leader by putting financing options into terms your clients understand and by guiding them through the mortgage process. This course shows you how to research products, qualify buyers and explain the best financing options for your clients.
What REALTORS are saying about this course:
Very beneficial to all agents!
CE credit: 7.5 hours
Cost: $125 members/$150 non-members
Upcoming classes:
March 6 in Ithaca April 8 in Jackson Heights April 9 in Riverhead April 18 in Binghamton April 26 in Watertown May 7 in Albany June 5 in Rochester October 17 Lake Placid November 13 in Buffalo Register online or click here for a registration form.
RI404 - Serving Real Estate Investors
Expand your client base by gaining an understanding of investment terms, concepts and calculations to help you guide clients through the real estate investment process with the confidence of a professional. In this course, you'll learn how to complete financial calculations, explain concepts used in evaluating real estate as an investment, and help clients negotiate, purchase, finance, manage and sell commercial and/or investment property.
What REALTORS are saying about this course:
Provided easy to read and refer to information.
CE credit: 7.5 hours
Cost: $125 members/$150 non-members
Upcoming classes:
March 12 in Syracuse March 14 in Hudson March 25 in Corning April 22 in Watertown May 16 in Jackson Heights June 25 in Rochester Register online or click here for a registration form.
RI405 - Construction & Environmental Issues - Helping Your Clients Achieve Their Goals
Position yourself to help your clients get the home of their dreams. This course provides an in-depth understanding of the physical structure and systems in a home, in addition to energy efficiency and energy rating systems. Land use, zoning and restrictions on property use are covered as they relate to salability. Home inspections, warranties and environmental issues affecting homes are discussed as part of your managing a successful transaction.
What REALTORS are saying about this course:
Timely information for today’s real estate market.
Very good - should be mandatory to all licensed real estate professionals.
CE credit: 7.5 hours
Cost: $125 members/$150 non-members
Upcoming classes:
June 10 in Jackson Heights July 9 in Rochester October 2 in Syracuse October 10 in Hudson Register online or
click here for a registration form.
RI406 - Price it Right - Understanding The Appraisal Process
Get to know the role and responsibilities of the appraiser in order to foster a smooth real estate transaction and offer your clients a high level of professionalism. This course will familiarize you with appraisal principles, how appraisers must operate (USPAP standards), what their responsibilities are, and to whom. Economic factors and the three standard approaches to value are discussed in detail. You'll also analyze data to develop and present an effective CMA.
What REALTORS are saying about this course:
Learned things that were helpful. It will help with CMAs. An excellent overview for REALTORS as well as a review for appraisers.
CE credit: 7.5 hours
Cost: $125 members/$150 non-members
Upcoming classes:
March 11 in Buffalo June 11 in West Babylon September 12 in Rochester September 19 in Canton November 1 in West Nyack Register online or
click here for a registration form.
RI407 - Building Your Real Estate Practice
Increase your productivity, retain more of your income and reduce risk with tips from the nation's top producers. In this course, you'll discuss business plans, recordkeeping and tax considerations for independent contractors and managing your priorities. This course also covers your fiduciary duties, the latest negotiating strategies and enhancing your services.
What REALTORS are saying about this course:
Good course for beginner or pro.
Very interesting. It will help me use my time more efficiently.
CE credit: 7.5 hours
Cost: $125 members/$150 non-members
Upcoming classes:
May 2 in Woodbury May 7 in Binghamton July 10 in Rochester Register online or
click here for a registration form.
RI408 - e-PRO Day One (NEW!)
Get started learning how to link up with today's savvy real estate consumer. This new addition to the GRI program covers day one of the two-day e-PRO certification (day two is completed online - additional fee applies). In this program, you will focus on the changing market, creating an online presence and managing your reputation.
CE credit: 7.5 hours
Cost: $125 members/$150 non-members
Upcoming classes:
March 7 in Corning March 20 in Buffalo April 23 in Watertown May 21 in Woodbury May 22 in Riverhead June 5 in Albany August 7 in Rochester Register online or click here for a registration form.
To earn NAR's e-PRO certification, simply take Day Two online and you'll be automatically certified.
RI409 - Equal and Ethical Service for Today's Consumer
As our demographics rapidly change, get the skills you need to treat all clients equally and ethically, while demonstrating respect for their cultural differences. This course fulfills the Code of Ethics training requirement for REALTOR membership and the fair housing training requirement for NYS license renewal. You'll also learn how to create a safe environment for you and your clients.
What REALTORS are saying about this course:
The best decision I've made so far this year about the future of my company (attending this class).
Interesting - I learned many things that will enable me to elevate the level of service in my business.
CE credit: 15 hours
Cost: $225 members/$250 non-members
Upcoming classes:
June 26-27 in Rochester September 17-18 in Jackson Heights October 16-17 in Ithaca
Register online or click here for a registration form.