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Table of Contents:
- Mortgage Finance: A Competitive Advantage
- Adjusting to Changing Market Conditions
- The Mortgage Process
- Mortgage Products
- Mortgage Lenders
- Pro Tips to Help Your Client
Empower Your Clients with In-Depth Home Financing Knowledge
Take the guesswork out of home financing and gain a competitive edge with the Home Finance Resource (HFR) Certification course. Offered by the Center for REALTOR® Development (CRD), this 7-hour self-paced program equips real estate professionals with the knowledge and tools to confidently guide clients through the mortgage process.
This course covers essential topics such as loan types, lending institutions, and market trends, equipping you to better assist and educate your clients. You’ll learn how to explain financing options, anticipate common pitfalls, and adapt to changing market conditions. By mastering these skills, you’ll position yourself as a trusted resource in the homebuying process.
Upon completing the course, you will be eligible for the Home Finance Resource (HFR) Certification.
The HFR Certification sets you apart in a competitive market, demonstrating your expertise in home financing and commitment to delivering exceptional service. Certified agents can confidently help clients navigate lender conversations, ask the right questions, and anticipate challenges, leading to smoother transactions and stronger client relationships. As an added benefit, you’ll also receive marketing materials to showcase your certification to potential clients.
Course Duration
- 6 hours - Self-paced
Additional Information
- This course is the main requirement for the Home Finance Resource Certification. Successful completion of this course also fulfills the elective-course requirement to earn the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation
- International students can purchase this course at the Member price by becoming an International REALTOR® Member. Click here for more details
- Continuing Education (CE) credit is not available for this course.
Continuing Education (CE) credit is not available for this course. Please Note: Learners have 1 year from date of enrollment to complete.