THE CENTER FOR REALTOR® DEVELOPMENT

Where Education Meets Excellence

The Center for REALTOR® Development (CRD) is devoted to lifelong learning, career advancement, and specialized credentials for real estate professionals. With 10+ designations and certifications, an award-winning podcast, and educational events, there is a learning experience for every real estate professional.

Sharpen your skills and boost your business by investing in yourself.

Choose Your Learning Style

Instructor Led

CRD’s licensed course providers offers hundreds of in-person and live virtual courses throughout the year. You can search for classes near you using our search function.

Self-Paced

CRD’s online self-paced courses are great for learners who crave flexibility and the ability to start and stop. You have one year to complete.

The REALTOR® Cohort Collective

Collaborative Learning for Competitive Excellence

Coming in 2025: Elevate your career with expert-led training, peer learning, and a powerful network.

CRD Highlights

REALTOR® Broker Summit • April 8-9

Join us in vibrant Louisville, Kentucky, for the 2025 REALTOR® Broker Summit! This dynamic two-day event features professionally led sessions on recruitment, retention, and business growth. Gain actionable insights and proven strategies to elevate your brokerage and connect with top brokers and industry leaders from around the globe.

SAVE $50 on Live Interactive Webinars in 2025

Home Finance Resource Certification
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
10:00am – 5:00pm CT

Pricing Strategy Advisor Certification
Thursday, February 20, 2025
10:00am – 5:00pm CT

At Home With Diversity® Certification
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
10:00am – 5:00pm CT

CRD Podcast's Latest Episode

Launched in 2017, the podcast is a must listen for REALTORS®, real estate professionals, allied professionals (such as appraisers and lenders), educators, education providers, and consumers. Episode 101 is titled Explaining the Buyer Agreement and How to Use it Effectively with Brent Lancaster: Part 2.