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along with what a realtor LIZ WESLANDER must do to earn the Hometown Lawrence various designations and When searching for certifications. a realtor, it is not GRI - Graduate Realtor uncommon to find a series Institute of abbreviations after Realtors with the his or her name. These GRI designation have abbreviations indicate that completed a 90-hour a realtor has voluntar ily live course that includes completed additional in-depth training in legal training in a specializ ed and regulatory issues, area. However, anyone technology, professio nal unfamiliar with the real standards, and the sales estate profession is unlikely process. GRI instructi on to know what these various comes from a statewid e abbreviations actually stand faculty selected because for, or what expertise they of extensive experien ce in signify. their own area of expertise . Here are some of the There are 54 GRI alumni most common letter servicing the Lawrenc e combinations one will market, according to the find after realtors’ names, Realtor.com database .
ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative Realtors with the ABR designation have completed the Accredit ed Buyer Representative certification coursework and have completed at least five transactions in which they acted solely as a buyer’s representative. There are 25 ABRs in Lawrence, according to the Realtor.com database . CRS - Certified Resident ial Specialist Certified Residential Specialist is the highest credential awarded to residential sales agents. The CRS designation involves extensive coursework and requires
SPECTACULAR ONE OWNER CUSTOM BUILT RANCH HOME in The Masters on Greens #3 & 4! You will love the views from the many windows on the back of this incredibly spacious home! Open floor plan -- great for entertaining! New granite countertops and SS appliances in the spacious eat-in kitchen with built-in desk area. HUGE master suite! You will enjoy the coziness of the 2 beautiful fireplaces in the living room and hearth/family room! Over 5,200 sq/ft of living space to enjoy with family and friends! MLS #132548
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Located one block from Lawrence Country Club, this mid-century, brick rancher has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 living areas. Original details and unique built-ins fill this home with character. A generous 1 car garage and large front yard with circular driveway complete the property. Nice one level living in a great location! MLS #134973
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realtors to have a minimum SFR – Short Sale and of 25 transactions, with There are two SRES no Foreclosure Resource time frame, or $8 million realtors in Lawrence, Realtors with The SFR in sales with a minimum according to the Realtor. of designation have completed com 10 transactions within database. two a certification program years. ••• that focuses on working There are 22 CRS realtors FOR MORE: with distressed sellers and in Lawrence, accordin Information on real estate g to the finance, tax, and legal the Realtor.com database certifications: . professionals who can e-PRO - Internet http://www.realtor. help them. There are four Professional org/designations-andSFR-certified realtors in Realtors with the certifications Lawrence, according to the e-PRO designation have Realtor.com database . completed a certificat Search local realtors ion SRES - Senior Real Estate program that focuses by certifications and on Specialist how to effectively use designations visit: Realtors with SRES real estate technology http://www.realtor.com/ and designation have complete d social media strategie s to realestateagents/Lawrenc the Seniors Real Estate e_ better serve clients. There KS/realtorType-Agent Specialists certification are 18 e-PRO realtors program, which focuses ••• serving the Lawrence on addressing the needs market, according to Liz Weslander writes about the the of homebuyers and sellers Realtor.com database Lawrence real estate market. Contact her . over the age of 50. at lizweslander@hotmail.com
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2027 Hogan Court
SPECTACULAR ONE OWNER CUSTOM BUILT RANCH HOME #3 & 4! You will love the views in The Masters on Greens from the many windows on the back of this incredibly spacious home! Open floor plan -- great for entertaining! New granite countertops and SS appliances spacious eat-in kitchen with built-in in the desk area. HUGE master suite! You will enjoy the coziness of the 2 beautiful fireplaces in the living room and hearth/fam ily room! Over 5,200 sq/ft of living space to enjoy with family and friends! MLS #132548
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The Kansas Supreme Court on Thursday ordered Secretary of State Kris Kobach to remove Democrat Chad Taylor’s name from the Nov. 4 ballot for the U.S. Senate, saying Taylor Taylor had met the requirements for pulling out of a race that are outlined in state law. The ruling late Thursday came less than 72 hours after the court heard oral arguments in a case that was put on a fast track because of upcoming deadlines for
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Book: “Harriet the Spy� by Louise Fitzhugh Reason for banning: Sets a bad example for children. Artist: Lora Jost
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Book: “Lord of the Flies� by William Golding Reason for banning: Implies that man is little more than an animal. Artist: Eleanor Matheis
At a forum Thursday at Kansas University, Chancellor Bernadette GrayLittle sought recommendations on how to improve the environment at KU to reduce sexual assaults. She got an earful. KANSAS Rachel Schwaller, a gradUNIVERSITY uate teaching assistant, said the term “nonconsensual sex� shouldn’t be used in rulings by school officials after investigations into alleged rape cases. “When a robbery happens on campus, we don’t call it nonconsensual giving,� Schwaller said.
Book: “Maus� by Art Spiegelman Reason for banning: Non-Jewish Poles are illustrated as pigs. Artist: Scott Burr
Artists celebrate freedom to read in 3rd annual contest With Banned Books Week beginning on Sunday, the Lawrence Public Library has revealed its seven Banned Book Trading Cards — one for each day of the week — created by area artists of all ages and backgrounds. See story, page 8A
Book: “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest� by Ken Kesey Reason for banning: Vulgar language, violence, sex and drugs. Artist: Katie Whiteman
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