Missouri Association of REALTORS

Missouri REALTORS^® speak out on the importance of obtaining the GRI designation:

"I earned my GRI my first year in business. In my estimation, now that I look back, it was equal to gaining at least 3 years of practical experience in 1. This is why GRI graduates see such an earnings jump. Making new friends and networking was just the icing on the cake! You can't afford NOT to do it.

"The GRI provides a solid foundation on which to build your real estate career. You will grow in knowledge while attending classes taught by exceptional instructors who share many practical and useful ideas. From the very first class, your clients will benefit from you applying what you learn. Every REALTOR® should invest in their career by obtaining their GRI designation."

“I know that my income and self esteem went up by more than two-thirds. It is hard to describe everything these classes did for me without sounding like I’m being paid to say this, but my career would not be where it is now and where it is going, had it not been for all of my GRI classes. The instructors were outstanding and the amount of information, ideas, and tips were unreal. Not to mention the networking and friends I made. I feel that these classes should be required to sell real estate. For the small price of the classes, I make ten times more in commission to make up any cost of the class. You’re making a hard and cutthroat business a career for me, not just an experience.”

“When I took my first module, I was so green, that I had no idea what anything was about…so I was a sponge! The instructors were awesome; the classes were totally pertinent to what I was trying to do. GRI was the incentive I needed to keep going…it pointed the way to success and importance of continuing education to our profession.”

“When I first obtained my Real Estate License in June of 2000 I knew that in order to succeed I would have to get educated. GRI was the perfect way for me to obtain my goal. I took all of the classes in one year by traveling across the state. The GRI classes exceeded my expectations. Not only did I gain valuable knowledge from the classes but I also met many REALTORS® who shared their experiences with me. I am positive the GRI classes jump started my career in Real Estate.”

“The GRI gives you the ABC’s of selling real estate. You will be competing with agents who have already earned the GRI as well as other designations. The sooner you achieve the designation, the quicker the benefits. Work smarter, not harder – earn the GRI!”

“Without continuing my education I would not be the successful real estate professional that I am…I have tripled my income and gained confidence in what I do. I encourage all agents to continue their education through the GRI program. Otherwise, they may never stand out from all the others. I believe GRI stands for Great Real Estate Investment for yourself and your clients.”

“A great percentage of REALTORS® are not experts in the building trades, construction, hv/ac, plumbing, etc. GRI helps by giving them a working knowledge of these components as well as other points of wisdom.”

“I believe the GRI program to be essential for a successful career in real estate! Our company policy encourages new and experienced agents joining our team to enroll in the program as quickly as possible. To date, all new agents have heeded our request and are quite complimentary of the facilitators and program content in enhancing their professionalism and knowledge of their chosen field of endeavor!! We really appreciate MAR for providing the GRI program in such a user-friendly atmosphere. Keep up the great work!!”

“The GRI courses are some of the best courses that I have ever taken in my real estate career. Education is the tool that helps an agent become more proficient and professional in their business. I encourage all new agents, who desire to be totally successful in their real estate careers, to attend the GRI courses. I wish that I had taken the GRI courses in the first few years of my career. The knowledge you gain far outweighs the cost of the courses.

“GRI is a Professional Designation that guarantees future success for all active REALTORS^®. I have always considered GRI as a benchmark for success in the industry. Since I earned my GRI, I have always proudly identified it behind my name, as a proven Professional Designation to have.”

“I know that I owe much of my success to having the GRI classes available to me when I entered the industry. The GRI classes build enthusiasm, confidence, and broadens the knowledge basis of REALTORS^®. GRI classes should not be an option, but should be a required part of the REALTOR^® status. In working with other REALTORS^® you can tell those that have broadened their education and those that have not. The GRI classes also offer a variety of valuable resource materials.”

“Since receiving my GRI, I have continued taking courses each year. If the subject is important enough to be taught as a GRI module, then in the interest of professional development, I feel I need the information to stay current with industry practices. An additional plus is that the modules often count for CE credit and always apply toward the Master of Real Estate certification.”

“The GRI program provides both instructors and participants with a wealth of real estate knowledge from a wide array of perspectives. As an instructor, I feel that I learn nearly as much from each session as I plan for the participants to learn. REALTORS^® readily share their insights, experiences, successes and challenges with their peers. In fact, I find that the best REALTORS^®, the most successful even in the early parts of their career are definitely the most generous in sharing their secrets! As an instructor, I see REALTORS® gaining the following from involvement in the program:

• Information, tools, and techniques for building not just income but profitable, salable businesses

• Networking with REALTORS® across the area and the potential referrals from these new relationships

• Understanding that they’re not alone in their concerns and challenges which leads to an enhanced understanding of the benefits of learning and sharing from others working in their field as well as from the experts

• Understanding both the similarities in real estate practice no matter where it is practiced and the vast differences among the markets, from resort property sales to commercial brokerage and from small towns to major metropolitan areas

• Challenge from associating with more successful REALTORS® in other markets

• Appreciation for the REALTOR® community and a better understanding of what their dues dollars provide”

“My GRI designation has been a source of pride throughout my real estate career. The courses furthered my knowledge in many aspects of real estate and made me more confident of my professional abilities.”

“Pre-license school teaches you to be a REALTOR^®; GRI classes teach you to be a Professional REALTOR^®! In our business, time is money. Time invested in attending GRI classes is the best use of time AND money! Professional knowledge is all we can offer customers and clients. Make it worth paying for by completing the GRI designation…a newer REALTOR’S^® best use of both!”

“I received my GRI in 1978 just a few short years after getting my Real Estate License. Those classes started me on a road to more education & success in the real estate business.”

“Earning my GRI has been a fulfilling experience in more ways than just receiving more education. It has enlightened me about real situations and real people, and boosts a person’s confidence in their work. It has acquainted me with a lot of good REALTORS^® and Mentors; not to mention the extra earnings of an average of 30% a REALTOR^® receives, because of the GRI designation. Referrals are a wonderful thing!”

“When I started attending the GRI classes, I had no idea the impact it would have on my career. Not only did the classes give me the knowledge to be better at selling real estate, they also gave me the confidence to put that knowledge to work. Anyone who’s serious about a career in real estate should not put off obtaining their GRI designation.”