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title: "Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource"
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# Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource

Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource Designation Prepare for the next real estate cycle In today’s extreme sellers’ market where inventory is at historic lows and properties in all price ranges are flying off the shelf, it is hard to envision a time when having a knowledge of short sales and foreclosures might come in handy. Yet, understanding the cyclical nature of the real estate market it is prudent to be prepared by taking the Short Sales and Foreclosures designation course presented by the Northeast Florida Association of REALTORS®. In the Short Sales and Foreclosures (SFR) course, you will learn how to help buyers and sellers of distressed properties. Specifically, the course covers: The unique and lengthy process concerning short sales and foreclosures How to direct clients to finance, tax, and legal professionals How to qualify sellers for short sales How to negotiate with lenders How to tap into buyer demand How to safeguard your commission How to limit risk How to protect buyers Cost & Fees $100 for NEFAR members $110 for non-NEFAR members $175 Designation application fee VIEW Course Calendar My NEFAR Account Member Dashboard About About NEFAR Your NEFAR Staff Your NEFAR Leadership NEFAR Annual Sponsors NEFAR Charitable Foundation NEFAR's Strategic Plan Advertising & Sponsorships Contact Information Membership Members Area My NEFAR Account (login using your NEFAR ID) Launch Dashboard (login using your realMLS ID) Discounts & Benefits NEFAR Logos Policies & Bylaws Forms & Contracts REALTORS The NEFAR Advantage Join / Renew Dues & Fees Appraisers Affiliates Join / Renew Dues & Fees Get Involved NEFAR Calendar Councils & Specialty Groups Committees & Task Forces EDGE™ Professional Society Leadership Academy NEFAR Elections NEFAR Awards Education General Information Education & Professional Development Course Calendar Online Course Partner Designations & Certifications Featured Certifications & Designations ABR Designation AHWD Certification Gold Key Certification MRP Certification SFR Certification GRI Series Designation Requirements Licensure Code of Ethics New Members Advocacy Legislative Center What is RPAC? Invest in RPAC RPAC Major Investors Elected Officials Candidate Screening NEFAR Action Network Sign Regulations Resources & Services NEFAR Calendar Market Stats Property Search Resolve Disputes Lock Boxes & eKEYS REALTOR® Member Directory Office/Firm Directory Affiliate Member Directory Helpful Links Mortgage Calculator Real Estate Glossary Consumer Resources News & Media News Center Photo Galleries Podcasts Videos NEFAR Magazine 904.394.9494 Monday - Friday 9 am - 5 pm Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin Youtube Search Search