Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) Designation
Is Presented by the Center for REALTOR^® Development

Unlock global real estate opportunities with the CIPS Designation! Gain the skills and network to succeed with international investors, U.S. clients in foreign markets, and locals investing abroad. Expand your reach and confidently navigate global markets!

"All of the material from the CIPS Local Markets course was very helpful and full of good advice to expand a global business. I obtained lots of information and ideas that will be very useful in growing my real estate business, locally and abroad."

Learn how international capital flows and global economic trends impact real estate markets, helping you navigate cross-border investments and spot global opportunities.

Master the art of creating effective marketing and business strategies tailored to international clients, ensuring your success in the competitive global real estate market.

Understand the cultural nuances and business practices essential for successful global real estate transactions, helping you build trust and avoid miscommunication across borders.

• Have an active membership with NAR/state/local association
• Don’t know your M1 number? Look it up. Need more help? Contact us.
• See International REALTOR^® requirements

• Available live-virtual or online through the Center for REALTOR^® Development.
• Available in a live classroom setting. Cost varies by provider. Search for courses near you.

• After your application is processed, you'll receive an acknowledgment from NAR and a payment link to submit the one-time application fee of $75 and the annual dues fee of $220, all in one payment. 
• This payment will complete your designation process. 

How long is the designation course?

• CIPS designees must complete 40 hours of study focusing on the critical aspects of global transactions. Click here for more information on US and International requirements.

What are the benefits of the CIPS designation?

• Use of the CIPS Logo and Name
• Personalized Marketing Tools & CIPS Print Shop
• Photofy
• Client One-Sheets
• Social Sharables
• CIPS Referrals & Networking Community
• Find a CIPS
• CIPS bi-monthly e-Newsletter
• Global Perspectives bi-monthly Newsletter
• Discounts
• In-person & virtual networking opportunities
• Monthly Mentor Sessions

I'm ready to get started with my coursework. Where do I begin?

Register for the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) Global Real Estate: Local Markets course.

For the live-virtual or online course, visit learning.realtor, the Center for REALTOR^® Development’s hub for online learning. For classroom courses, visit crd.realtor/coursesearch.

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