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Why Work With a Certified Residential Specialist? »

A CRS REALTOR® is a Certified Residential Specialist - one of the top 2 percent of real estate agents in the U.S. CRS agents have more experience and training than the average REALTOR® and they are part of a community of REALTORS® dedicated to improving the real estate industry for homebuyers and sellers everywhere.

If you're looking to buy or sell a home, look for a Certified Residential Specialist, a CRS.

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