Alphabet Soup
Those letters after our names
When you read all those letters after a Realtor’s name, do you have any idea what they mean? They are important because they can tell you about the person’s training, proven ability and commitment to professionalism. We work hard to stay at the ‘top of our game’ and we spend many days and dollars every year to continue our education to improve our service to you. The following are designations that we have earned through the National Association of Realtors or Colorado Association of Realtors.
ABR – Accredited Buyer Representative. Indicates specialization in working with buyers and the unique challenges they face.
CMAS – Certified Mountain Area Specialist
CRB – Council of Residential Brokers. Indicates specialization in managing a real estate office.
CRS – Council of Residential Specialists. Important, a ‘master’s degree’ in residential real estate brokerage.
Cyberstars – Organization of real estate geeks who lead the industry in online marketing. Out of over 1.5 million Realtors, there are only 250 CyberStars across the country.
e-Pro – Internet Certification. Indicates proficiency in online marketing.
GRI – Graduate, Realtors Institute. First level of post-licensing education for Realtors.
MRE – Master of Real Estate. Advanced education through the Colorado Association of Realtors.
SRES – Senior Real Estate Specialist. Indicates proficiency in dealing with seniors’ unique needs.
In addition , RE/MAX International awards designations based on proven production. We are proud to have collectively earned every award RE/MAX offers, including the RE/MAX Circle of Legends award, held by fewer than 50 RE/MAX brokers around the world.
Every member of Tupper’s Team subscribes to and honors the Realtor Code of Ethics.


