Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)

Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)

Are you ready to make more money?

Go global and become a Certified International Property Specialist!

Between April 2022 and March 2023, international buyers purchased International buyers purchased $53.3 billion worth of U.S. residential properties. The average ($639,900) and median ($396,400) purchase prices for international buyers were the highest ever recorded by the National Association of REALTORS ®.

Get globally connected and expand your business by earning a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation.

Fulfill the classroom requirements for the designation by attending two core courses and three electives.

SILVAR CIPS courses are offered virtually on Zoom.

Why CIPS?

  • Distinguish yourself as the Professional Global Connect
  • Get more Listings & Referrals
  • Expand your Business (and your wallet)
  • The Only International designation recognized by NAR
  • Exclusive member benefits (nearly 3000 worldwide) and much more

WHEN

Monday, April 1, 2024 – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Core Course: Global Real Estate: Local Markets Register by March 18 for $125 early bird price

Tuesday, April 2, 2024 – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Core Course: Global Real Estate: Transaction Tools Register by March 19 for $125 early bird price

Tuesday, April 9, 2024 – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Elective: Europe and International Real Estate Register by March 26 for $125 early bird price

Tuesday, April 16, 2024 – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Elective: The Americas and International Real Estate Register by April 2 for $125 early bird price

Tuesday, April 23, 2023 – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Elective: Asia/Pacific and International Real Estate Register by April 9 for $125 early bird price

To register or for more information about CIPS or sponsorship opportunities, email Rose Meily at rmeily@silvar.org.

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    Instructor: Greg Mann, Coldwell Banker Realty

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    Speakers:

    Kristina Campbell, Coast Home Appraisal
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  • October 14, 2026 9:00 AM - October 14, 2026 12:00 PM

    Attendees will get an overview of the RPA (Residential Purchase Agreement) as it related to mandatory disclosures and contractual timeframes; specifically the Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS) and Seller Property Questionnaire (SBQ).

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    Presenters:

    Old Republic Title Co.
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    Register  - $10 members, $20 nonmembers

  • October 23, 2026 9:30 AM - October 23, 2026 11:00 AM

    Join our SCCP series to learn about property rights and smart land use policies affecting California's 1,100 miles of coastline.

    Speakers:

    Kirsta Pleiser, SBCAOR
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    Register: Members $20, Nonmembers $35

    If you are signed up for the SCCP Series you do not need to register for this class as it is part of the series.