Tim Johnson is a member of the National
Association of Realtors, Illinois Association of Realtors and Peoria
Area Association of Realtors.
He is a licensed real estate broker, a Graduate of
Real Estate Institute (GRI), and an alumni
of Richard Robbins International Coaching program. He belongs to Peoria Area Association of Realtor's and the Illinois Association of Realtor's Governmental Affairs committee.
Certified Negotiation Expert
One of the top designation courses in real estate taught nationally by the Real Estate Negotiation Institute. This course offers professional negotiation and business building training.
Negotiation is a life skill. When we “negotiate” with someone, we are actually trying to influence or persuade them to agree with or do something. In real estate, negotiation is the fundamental skill necessary for success because real estate agents negotiate in so many different ways.
1 – Better results and control through higher skill level 2 – More confidence in all negotiation situations 3 – More persuasion and influence with others 4 – Better knowledge of how to get more and give less 5 – Better knowledge of how to get important information 6 – Better relationships through trust and collaboration 7 – More pride and professionalism in offering clients superior value 8 – More effective negotiation techniques with all types of negotiators including tough, aggressive negotiators 9 – More repeat business transactions due to higher satisfaction with other party 10 – Fewer or NO deadlocks or lost deals 11 – Better knowledge of how to plan for success 12 – New positive paradigm on negotiation
What is a Realtor?
A real estate agent is a REALTOR®
when he or she is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, The Voice
for Real Estate® -- the world's largest professional association.
The term REALTOR® is a registered collective
membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of
the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.
Founded in 1908, NAR has grown from
its original nucleus of 120 to today's 720,000 members. NAR is composed of residential
and commercial REALTORS® who are brokers, salespeople, property managers, appraisers,
counselors and others engaged in all aspects of the real estate industry. Members
belong to one or more of some 1,700 local associations/boards and 54 state and
territory associations of REALTORS®. They can join one of our many institutes,
societies and councils. Additionally, NAR offers members the opportunity to
be active in our appraisal and international real estate specialty sections.
REALTORS® are pledged to a strict Code
of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Working for America's property owners,
the National Association provides a facility for professional development, research
and exchange of information among its members and to the public and government
for the purpose of preserving the free enterprise system and the right to own
real property.
Graduate of Realtor Institute
The Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI) symbol is the mark of a real estate professional who has made the commitment to provide a high level of professional services by securing a strong educational foundation.
Buying property is a complex and stressful task. In fact, it's often the biggest single investment you will make in your lifetime. At the same time, real estate transactions have become increasingly complicated.
New technology, laws, procedures and the increasing sophistication of buyers and sellers requires real estate practitioners to perform at an ever-increasing level of professionalism.
GRI designees:
Have pursued a course of study that represents the minimum common body of knowledge for progressive real estate professionals.
Have developed a solid foundation of knowledge and skills to navigate the current real estate climate—no matter what its condition.
Are recognized nationally.
Act with professionalism and are committed to serving their clients and customers with the highest ethical standards.