The Certified International Property Specialist Network (CIPS Network) is the specialty membership group for international practitioners of the National Association of REALTORS®, the world's largest trade association. The CIPS designation prepares REALTORS® to service the growing international market in their local community by focusing on culture, exchange rates, investment trends, and legal issues. The CIPS Network is comprised of real estate professionals in 50+ countries who deal in all types of real estate, but with one common element: they are focused specifically on the international market, most often in their local area. Whether assisting foreign investors, helping local buyers invest abroad, or serving a growing immigrant population in local markets, CIPS members are consumers' best providers of professional skills in the unique aspect of international real estate. Click Hereto read more about the benefits of the CIPS Designation.
**A 2006 member survey reveals that CIPS Designees earn more than twice as much as REALTORS® without the designation.**
The CIPS Designation 5 day Series is coming to beautiful South Florida from June 21st-25th! Take the courses individually or take the entire 5 days!
June 21st - 25th, 2010
RAPB Lake Worth Conference Room
1926 10th Ave. North, Suite 410
561-585-4544
June 21st - International Real Estate for Local Markets - (CIPS Pre-requisite) The course is an analysis of the international real estate business environment, including capital flow, currencies, government regulations and cultures. The practical aspects of international brokerage, networking, marketing and selling are discussed. Students must take this course before taking any of the other CIPS courses. 8:30am-5:00pm
June 22nd - Investment and Financial Analysis - Provides the tools needed to present investment information to international clients-in their currency and area. 8:30am-5:00pm
June 23rd - The Americas and International Real Estate- Practical information for professionals who work with Caribbean, North, Central, and South American investors. Historical and cultural influences, regional relationship, and investment opportunities are covered along with a special focus on Mexico. 8:30am-5:00pm
June 24th - Europe and International Real Estate - Provides information on working with clients in Western and Central Europe. The European Union and its impact on international real estate are covered, along with economic and real estate trends, networking and relationship building, plus marketing and selling practices. 8:30am-5:00pm
June 25th - Asia/Pacific and International Real Estate - Covers real estate practices in Asia and the Pacific with emphasis on cultural influences, economic trends and assessment of investment opportunities. A special chapter on working with the Japanese is included. 8:30am-5:00pm
Individual Courses:
Global Business Alliance of the Palm Beaches (Formerly IBC) Member: $139 each
RAPB Non-GBAPB Member: $159 each
Non RAPB or GBAPB Member: $179 each
Full 5 Day Series:
GBAPB (Formerly IBC) Member: $650
RAPB Non-GBAPB Member: $709 (includes membership into Global Business Alliance of the Palm Beaches through 9/31/10)
Non RAPB or GBAPB Member: $800 (includes membership into Global Business Alliance of the Palm Beaches through 9/31/10)
***Once registration is received you will be automatically added to the Global Business Alliance and your information will be posted on www.rapbinternational.com. If you decide to cancel your CIPS course you will receive a refund minus the cost for membership to the GBAPB which is $59 for RAPB Members and $69 for Non-members. Refunds will be given if written cancellation is received (5) days prior to class.***
Registration Deadline June 7th, 2010
For more information on the GBAPB go to www.rapbinternational.com and click on "How to Become a Member"
To register for the CIPS cours(es) Click Here for the registration form to mail or fax in your payment.
For Directions and Local Hotels Click Here
Questions? Contact Danielle Boutin at 561-997-8266 or dboutin@rapb.com
