In today’s competitive real estate market, clearly articulating your value to buyers is more important than ever. If you're looking for a way to stand out and refine your expertise, earning your Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is one of the smartest strategic moves you can make.
For a deeply discounted $175 (typically $310 with an exam), you gain the skills to secure your commission.
Benefits of Becoming an ABR®
- Boost Your Brand Authority: The ABR® logo signals expertise, builds trust through proven experience, and gives access to customizable marketing tools
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Valuable real estate education: Lead effective buyer consultations, secure agreements faster, negotiate stronger offers that elevate your skills and knowledge in the eyes of home buyers.
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Ongoing specialized information: Access to members-only publications, marketing tools, and resources that keep you knowledgeable on the issues and trends facing home buyers.
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Tap Into Referral Opportunities: Nationwide directory of ABR® agents for valuable referrals. Networking and referral opportunities
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Turn a small investment into a massive career ROI: Join PSAR for the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation course.
This is a TWO-DAY Class (Must attend both complete days for credit)
(ABR 200+page Instruction Book Included)
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Lunch Add-on: For an additional $15/day ($30 total), enjoy a fresh lunch from Urbane Cafe (Salad or Sandwich). We will call you to confirm your choice for each day, or bring your own lunch (We have a refrigerator and a microwave).
Questions Email: education@psar.org or Call: (619) 421-7811
The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Designation Course is more than just the first step towards earning your designation, as it aims to provide you with valuable insights and information to make you a better real estate professional.
How to Earn Your Accredited Buyer’s
Representative (ABR®) Designation Step-By-Step
Personal Instructor
Mike Shenkman
A Southern California native, Mike Shenkman boasts a distinguished career spanning over two decades in the real estate industry. His extensive experience includes roles in training, development, and management in some of Southern California's leading real estate firms. Beyond his expertise in sales and management, Mike's background encompasses affordable housing, community development, property management, redevelopment, and mortgage finance.
Mike is actively involved in the San Diego real estate community and frequently instructs agents at various career stages. He co-hosted the 'First Home California' podcast for the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) in 2023, serves as a transportation policy liaison for the California chapter of the American Planning Association (APACA), and has contributed to real estate legislative policy for both the city & county of San Diego and the state of California. His professional designations include Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource (SFR), Property Management Certification (PMC), Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), and Military Relocation Professional (MRP).
The ABR® Designation Course Description and Outline