Providing Great Service for Your Military Clients

Louisiana REALTORS® • May 11, 2023

When it comes to moving or finding a home, military personnel and their families frequently face specific difficulties, especially if they are being transferred to a different base or duty location. A qualified and skilled REALTOR® can be quite helpful in guiding military customers through the complexity of the housing market in this situation.


Understand Military Relocation

The unique requirements and difficulties associated with a military move should be known to REALTORS® who work with military customers. When it comes to housing allowances, perks, and other financial concerns that may be relevant to military families, they should be aware of the rules and regulations of the military.


Provide Local Knowledge

If your clients are relocating to an unknown area, military personnel and their families frequently have a limited amount of time to choose a new home or rental property. A REALTOR® who is educated about the neighborhood and the real estate market can offer insightful advice and assist customers in quickly narrowing their search.


Assistance with VA Loans

Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a loan program for veterans who want to buy a home. A real estate agent who is knowledgeable about the VA loan procedure may assist military customers in understanding their options, including eligibility criteria, loan restrictions, and other elements that may affect their ability to buy a property through this program.


Support Throughout the Home-Buying Process

Purchasing a home may be difficult, particularly for military families who may be juggling additional challenges resulting from their service. From choosing the ideal house to negotiating a fair price and navigating the closing process, a realtor with experience working with military clients can offer direction and help.


Help with Long-Distance Transactions

For clients stationed abroad or otherwise unable to be present in person for the transaction, military personnel and their families may need to buy or sell a home remotely. A REALTOR® with long-distance transaction knowledge can assist customers with managing the process remotely, including setting up virtual tours, remote inspections, and other crucial services.

 

Become a Military Relocation Professional

For real estate professionals who desire to work with active-duty and retired military personnel, the Military Relocation Professional (MRP) certification is required. The MRP certification program instructs REALTORS® on how to assist U.S. service members, their families, and veterans in locating the housing options that best suit their needs and in utilizing all of the resources and assistance that are available. In order to achieve these skills and this designation the following steps are required:

  • Complete the six-hour Military Relocation Professional (MRP) Certification core course either online(link is external)* or in a classroom(link is external) setting.
  • Pass the exam at the end of the core course with an 80% or better score (for the online course only).
  • Be a member in good standing of the National Association of REALTORS®
  • Submit the application fee online
  • Pay for the cost of the course (costs vary based on format and sponsor)
  • Pay the application fee ($195)

 

REALTORS® who specialize in working with military clients can provide invaluable assistance in helping military families find and purchase a home. By understanding the unique needs and challenges of military clients, providing local knowledge and support throughout the process, and helping clients navigate the complexities of the VA loan program, realtors can make the home-buying process much easier and less stressful for military members and their families.

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