Book Resources
Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR)
www.rebac.net
The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC) of the National Association of Realtors who meet the specified education and practical experience criteria.
American Home Shield (AHS)
www.ahswarranty.com
AHS provides comprehensive, affordable home warranty coverage and service on mechanical system failures while your home is on the market. This coverage can be extended by the new owner when the home is sold.
Angie’s List
www.angieslist.com
Angie’s list is a word-of-mouth network for consumers looking for local service companies such as plumbers, carpenters, roofers, etc.
Better Business Bureau (Wisconsin)
www.wisconsin.bbb.org
This organization promotes ethical business practices and public confidence through voluntary self-regulation, consumer and business education, and service excellence.
Council of Residential Specialists (CRS)
www.crs.com
The association was created to recruit and retain those realtors seeking the knowledge, tools, and relationship-building opportunities needed to maximize their professionalism in residential real estate.
The CRS designation recognizes professional accomplishments in both experience and education and is the highest designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field.
The Elder Care Locator
www.eldercare.gov
The Eldercare Locator is designed to help older adults and their families and caregivers find their way through the maze of services for seniors by identifying trustworthy local support resources. The goal is to provide users with the information and resources they need that will help older persons live independently and safely in their homes and communities for as long as possible.
Home Security of America (HAS)
www.onlinehsa,.com
This company provides comprehensive, affordable home warranty coverage and service on mechanical system failures while your home is on the market. Coverage can be extended by the new owner when the home is sold.
National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM)
www.nasmm.com
NSAMM is a nonprofit, professional association of organizations dedicated to helping older adults and their families with the physical and emotional aspects of moving. Members are committed to maximizing the dignity and autonomy of older adults as they transition from one living environment to another.
New LifeStyles Online
www.newlifestyles.com
New Lifestyles Online is the ultimate resource for senior living and care options. This site provides you with everything you need to make an informed, comfortable decision about your own or your loved one’s future. Extensive resources are easily accessible, which not only saves you time and money, but helps cut down on the frustration of trying to find information from multiple sources, agencies, or organizations.
Whether you are looking for an Independent Retirement Community, Assisted Living Facilities, Senior Housing, Nursing Home, Alzheimer’s Care, Home or Hospice Care, or other senior product or senior service, New LifeStyles Online can help you find what’s right for you.
The Senior Advantage Real Estate Council (SAREC)
www.seniorsrealestate.com
Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) are realtors qualified to meet the special needs and concerns of maturing Americans. They have completed the necessary educational program and demonstrate the knowledge and expertise to counsel senior clients through major financial and lifestyle transitions involved in relocating, refinancing, or selling the family home.
Senior Law Home Page
www.seniorlaw.com
This is a Web site where senior citizens, their families, attorneys, social workers, and financial planners can access information about elder law, Medicare, Medicaid, guardianship, estate planning, trusts, and the rights of the elderly and disabled.
Society of Certified Senior Advisors (CSA)
www.society-csa.com
CSAs understand how to build effective relationships with seniors because the CSA education has given them a broad-based knowledge of the health, social, and financial issues that are important to seniors, along with the dynamics of how these factors work together in seniors’ lives. The Society of Certified Senior Advisors teaches professionals what’s important to seniors and how – always – to put their clients’ interests first.
www.rebac.net
The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC) of the National Association of Realtors who meet the specified education and practical experience criteria.
American Home Shield (AHS)
www.ahswarranty.com
AHS provides comprehensive, affordable home warranty coverage and service on mechanical system failures while your home is on the market. This coverage can be extended by the new owner when the home is sold.
Angie’s List
www.angieslist.com
Angie’s list is a word-of-mouth network for consumers looking for local service companies such as plumbers, carpenters, roofers, etc.
Better Business Bureau (Wisconsin)
www.wisconsin.bbb.org
This organization promotes ethical business practices and public confidence through voluntary self-regulation, consumer and business education, and service excellence.
Council of Residential Specialists (CRS)
www.crs.com
The association was created to recruit and retain those realtors seeking the knowledge, tools, and relationship-building opportunities needed to maximize their professionalism in residential real estate.
The CRS designation recognizes professional accomplishments in both experience and education and is the highest designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field.
The Elder Care Locator
www.eldercare.gov
The Eldercare Locator is designed to help older adults and their families and caregivers find their way through the maze of services for seniors by identifying trustworthy local support resources. The goal is to provide users with the information and resources they need that will help older persons live independently and safely in their homes and communities for as long as possible.
Home Security of America (HAS)
www.onlinehsa,.com
This company provides comprehensive, affordable home warranty coverage and service on mechanical system failures while your home is on the market. Coverage can be extended by the new owner when the home is sold.
National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM)
www.nasmm.com
NSAMM is a nonprofit, professional association of organizations dedicated to helping older adults and their families with the physical and emotional aspects of moving. Members are committed to maximizing the dignity and autonomy of older adults as they transition from one living environment to another.
New LifeStyles Online
www.newlifestyles.com
New Lifestyles Online is the ultimate resource for senior living and care options. This site provides you with everything you need to make an informed, comfortable decision about your own or your loved one’s future. Extensive resources are easily accessible, which not only saves you time and money, but helps cut down on the frustration of trying to find information from multiple sources, agencies, or organizations.
Whether you are looking for an Independent Retirement Community, Assisted Living Facilities, Senior Housing, Nursing Home, Alzheimer’s Care, Home or Hospice Care, or other senior product or senior service, New LifeStyles Online can help you find what’s right for you.
The Senior Advantage Real Estate Council (SAREC)
www.seniorsrealestate.com
Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) are realtors qualified to meet the special needs and concerns of maturing Americans. They have completed the necessary educational program and demonstrate the knowledge and expertise to counsel senior clients through major financial and lifestyle transitions involved in relocating, refinancing, or selling the family home.
Senior Law Home Page
www.seniorlaw.com
This is a Web site where senior citizens, their families, attorneys, social workers, and financial planners can access information about elder law, Medicare, Medicaid, guardianship, estate planning, trusts, and the rights of the elderly and disabled.
Society of Certified Senior Advisors (CSA)
www.society-csa.com
CSAs understand how to build effective relationships with seniors because the CSA education has given them a broad-based knowledge of the health, social, and financial issues that are important to seniors, along with the dynamics of how these factors work together in seniors’ lives. The Society of Certified Senior Advisors teaches professionals what’s important to seniors and how – always – to put their clients’ interests first.
