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Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)

Michael Finstad | Engel & Völkers Minneapolis

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Expertise You Can Measure.
Experience You Can Trust.

When buying or selling a home, experience matters. The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation is the highest credential awarded to residential real estate professionals — and fewer than 3% of agents nationwide have earned it. For my clients, that means confidence.

 

CRS Designees possess:

  • A proven track record of professional experience and successful sales

  • A commitment to the highest standards of ethics and integrity

  • Advanced expertise in managing complex residential transactions

  • Strong technical skills to navigate the demands of today’s evolving market

 

 

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What the CRS Designation Means for You

Real estate is more than a transaction — it’s strategy, negotiation, timing, and positioning.

As a CRS Designee, I have access to:

  • Ongoing, specialized education taught by industry-leading experts

  • Advanced sales and marketing tools designed for today’s digital landscape

  • A powerful global referral network through the Find a CRS system

  • National and state-level professional networks that foster collaboration and insight

  • Exclusive in-person and virtual events like Sell-a-bration, Inmocionate, CRS Week, and industry summits

  • Proven marketing resources — from consumer newsletters to high-impact social media content

This ensures that my clients benefit not only from my personal expertise, but from a national network of top-performing professionals dedicated to excellence.

A Higher Standard of Service

The CRS designation aligns seamlessly with my commitment to delivering exceptional service, strategic guidance, and measurable results. In a competitive market, credentials matter. More importantly — so does the experience behind them. If you're considering buying or selling, I would welcome the opportunity to show you what a Certified Residential Specialist can do differently.