Accredited Auctioneer of Real Estate
endorsed by the National Auctioneers Association
According to the National Auctioneers Association, "an auctioneer with the AARE designation has gone the "extra mile" to ensure they offer the highest level of professionalism and the most up-to-date information when it comes to selling properties. Whether selling residential, agricultural, commercial or industrial properties, AARE auctioneers have enhanced knowledge in all pertinent areas."
Aaron McKee
Dave SommersAuction Technology Specialist
endorsed by the National Auctioneers Association
To achieve the designation, one must complete a program to better understand today’s technology and how to use it to improve business. The program involves a four-day class, exam, live and static auction and document submission. It covers many tech-based topics including Internet communication; digital audio, video and photography; and business management.
Aaron TraffasCertified Auctioneers Institute
endorsed by the National Auctioneers Association
The Certified Auctioneers Institute is the most prestigious designation awarded in the auction industry and is awarded by the National Auctioneers Association. The program focuses on developing the skills and providing the tools necessary to operate an auction firm.
Certified Estate Specialist
endorsed by the National Auctioneers Association
The Certified Estate Specialist designation is awarded to individuals who have pursued advanced education in the settling of estates through the National Auctioneers Association. These specialists are accustomed to working with other professionals such as CPAs, tax attorneys, financial planners and lawyers. The CES designation requires a three-day course and examination. The course covers legal and financial aspects of setting estates, the role of the auctioneer and more.
e-PRO
endorsed by the National Association of REALTORS
According to the National Association of REALTORS, "an e-PRO is a REALTOR who has successfully completed the e-PRO training program for real estate professionals. The e-PRO course teaches professionals the nuts and bolts of working with real estate on-line: Web sites, e-mail, on-line tools, and most of all, what today"s consumer really wants."
Professional Ringmen"s Institute
Professional Ringmen"s Institute graduates possess the skills necessary to improve auction results. Learn more >
REALTOR
The title "REALTOR" is given to those real estate professionals that are members of the National Association of REALTORS. "REALTORS are pledged to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Working for America"s property owners, the National Association provides a facility for professional development, research and exchange of information among its members and to the public and government for the purpose of preserving the free enterprise system and the right to own real property."
Roger Kisner
Traci Loftis
Bob McBride
Matt McCluggage
Dee McKee
Suzy McKee
Lucas Thornton
LaVeta ValentineSeniors Real Estate Specialist
endorsed by the National Association of REALTORS
The Seniors Real Estate Specialist "is a designation for REALTORS to address the needs of home buyers age 50-plus."
Memberships
Auctioneer Associations
California State Auctioneers Association
"The California State Auctioneers Association is an organization of auctioneers established to promote professionalism, growth, and competency in the auction profession and to provide vision and leadership in our rapidly changing industry." Learn more >
Colorado Auctioneers Association
"CAA exists to promote the auction method of marketing through professional and ethical auctioneering practices in the Colorado region. Membership is open to auctioneers, auction companies, and associates with an interest in this age-old method of marketing." Learn more >
Kansas Auctioneers Association
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Missouri Auctioneers Association
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National Auctioneers Association
"Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, the National Auctioneers Association represents the interests of almost 5,000 auctioneers in the United States, Canada and across the world." Learn more >
Real Estate Associations
Kansas Association of REALTORS
The Kansas Association of REALTORS celebrated its 85th year in 2006 with membership numbers exceeding 10,000. The organization continues to support its members in facing challenges of the 21st century and serving as the voice of real estate in Kansas. Learn more >
Manhattan Association of REALTORS
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Missouri Association of REALTORS
"The Missouri Association of REALTORS is a trade association representing more than 25,000 REALTORS statewide. As members of organized real estate, REALTORS subscribe to a strict code of ethics and have access to numerous services and programs to enhance their professionalism. Educational programs and seminars help members gain new skills and professional designations like the prestigious Graduate REALTOR Institute." Learn more >
National Association of REALTORS
"The National Association of REALTORS strives to be the collective force influencing and shaping the real estate industry. It seeks to be the leading advocate of the right to own, use, and transfer real property; the acknowledged leader in developing standards for efficient, effective, and ethical real estate business practices; and valued by highly skilled real estate professionals and viewed by them as crucial to their success." Learn more >
Wichita Area Association of REALTORS
"The Wichita Area Association of REALTORS is a local affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS. Our members have met state requirements to sell real estate, but, most important, each member has also pledged to adhere to a strict Code of Ethics, promising to conduct their day-to-day business with the foremost concern for their clients." Learn more >
