Earn NAR’s Accredited Buyer Representative ABR® 
When you can’t count on the market, you have to count on your skills. ABR® education provides you with the buyer representation expertise real estate agents need for an edge in today’s competitive market. Member benefits — publications, marketing tools, referral network and more — help ABR® designees succeed and maintain the edge.
Accredited Buyer Representative ABR® Designation – “Core Course”
The cornerstone of buyer representation education, this comprehensive “core” course covers this specialty top to bottom and is required to earn the ABR® designation. Topics of this two-day program include:
- Evolution of Buyer Representation
- Agency Relationships
- Office Policy, Standard of Care & Risk Management
- Agency Disclosure
- Services Provided
- Conflicts of Interest
- Protecting the Buyer
- Building a Buyer Representation Business
- Marketing to buyers
- Negotiating as a buyer’s rep
ABR® Designation Requirements
- Complete the two-day “Core” Course and one elective course.
- Demonstrate practical experience by completing and closing five real estate transactions in which you functioned as a buyer’s representative.
- Be a member in good standing with the National Association of REALTORS® and REBAC, the Real Estate BUYER’S AGENT Council of NAR.
Elective Courses
For a complete list of other elective courses visit REBAC’s website
Renewal Credit for the 2-day “Core” Course
ADRE 6 hours Agency Law & 3 hours Contract Law & 3 hours Disclosure
Tuition
REBAC will provide 12 months free membership to each student who successfully completes the ABR® course. Second year is $110 but pro rated based on the month you joined rebac.
Real Estate BUYER AGENT’S Council
Founded in 1988, REBAC was acquired by the National Association of REALTORS® in 1996 and has grown to become the largest of its Institutes, Societies and Councils. Over 50,000 members strong, REBAC is also the world’s largest organization of real estate professionals specializing in buyer representation.
Membership in REBAC provides benefits that are designed to keep you apprised of management and marketing trends in the real estate industry, and on top of current legal and legislative issues. You also profit by being part of a larger network of experienced buyer representatives who willingly share practical advice with one another. Membership allows you to attain and maintain the Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation, the “benchmark of excellence in buyer representation” and the only buyer representative designation recognized by NAR.
Instructors
Suzy Lieber
When it comes to longevity and professionalism in the real estate industry, Suzy’s commitment is evident through her ability to navigate shifts and embrace successes during various market conditions. Suzy’s dedication to staying educated is commendable, as she not only educates herself but also shares valuable insights with her customers and students.
Suzy’s approach to making the transaction process painless and closing deals without surprises showcases her expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction. Her belief in giving back to the community and contributing to the development of the next generation of real estate agents reflects her sense of responsibility and leadership.
She is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, Arizona Association of REALTORS® and the Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS® and the National Auction Association [NAA]. Her Real Estate Brokers License is with EXP Realty LLC.
She is a National Association of REALTORS® Instructor with designations and certifications – C2EX, AHWD, ABR®, RSPS, SFR, PSA, HFR, ePRO®, MRP, SRES, GREEN, R.E.A.L. and CSA.
She is a Certified Arizona Department of Real Estate Virtual and In-Class Instructor teaching at the Colibri Group for the Arizona School of Real Estate and Business and Hogan Real Estate School. Her teaching credentials include an Arizona Department of Education in Adult Education License and Arizona Department of Real Estate Certification.
Suzy is an academic scholar with bachelor’s and master’s degrees with Distinguished Achievement Awards. Her education emphasis was corporate training, business management and real estate with Honors from Universities and Private Schools of Business and Education. She is listed in the National Organization of Female Executives.
She is a member of the Real Estate Educators Association [REEA) and honorably earned the Distinguished Real Estate Instructor [DREI] designation, the Gold Standard Instructor [GSI] certification which are designed to enhance instructor delivery and improve student learning. She is a member with the REALTOR® Association Professional Development Directors & Educators [RAPDD] and American Real Estate Society [ARES].
Beyond real estate experience, Suzy’s involvement in political activities, aspirations to become a lobbyist or Justice of the Peace, and her participation in various organizations demonstrate her multifaceted and community-oriented approach. Suzy’s dedication to family, evidenced by her Blue Star Mother status and her family’s military service, adds a personal touch to her profile. She is a SHRINER for the Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America [LOSNA] – Sphinx Court #65.
In her leisure time, Suzy enjoys exploring art exhibits, going on road trips, and participating in women’s retreats, showcasing a well-rounded and adventurous personality.
Overall, Suzy Lieber is not just an agent but a dedicated professional with a passion for meeting the needs of both clients and students, making her an exemplary figure in the real estate industry.
Important Reminders
There is a 5 minute late rule. If you are more than 5 minutes late to class, you will not receive
- Credit for attending the course. No exceptions.
- You must sign in on the Class Attendance roster prior to the beginning of the course.
- For live classes you must be on camera for Zoom / live-streaming classes.