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WHAT IS THE RSPS?
What is the Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS)?
The Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS) is an education-based certification program. Launched in 2006, the RSPS Certification was created by the National Association of REALTORS® to better serve the growing second-home and resort real estate market and now has over 800 elite members. RSPS is recognized as an official NAR certification and allows buyers and sellers to have confidence in the ability of a REALTOR® who specializes in resort and second-homes to assist them with their search.
Who should earn it?
RSPS certification will appeal to REALTORS® in resort & second-home markets around the world who wish to distinguish themselves among their peers and among consumers. NAR currently defines a REALTOR® specializing in Resort & Second-Home markets as "a real estate practitioner who facilitates the buying, selling, or management of properties for investment, development, retirement, or second homes in a resort, recreational and/or vacation destination." Individuals who want to dedicate themselves to lifestyle real estate should earn this elite certification.
How do I earn it?
To achieve the RSPS Certification, you must complete the Resort and Second-Home Markets course plus either two elective courses or have earned one of the pre-selected designations. Applicants must also be a member in good standing with the National Association of REALTORS®.
How much does it cost?
The applicant is responsible for a one-time fee of $195 to enroll in the certification program. There are no recurring dues in order to maintain the RSPS certification; only the initial application fee and education costs. Applicants will also be responsible for enrolling and paying costs for the education requirement and electives.
Where can I learn more about the program?
Contact NAR Resort Specialties at 1-800-874-6500 ext. 8393 or by email at resort@REALTORS.org
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