Earn the CRF Designation

Real estate finance practitioners who hold the CRF (Certified in Real Estate Finance) designation work in a wide range of positions from consultants, portfolio administrators, and asset managers, to mortgage brokers and financial and investment analysts.

It is recommended to have a minimum of five (5) years of experience working in a real estate finance capacity, 
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​The CRF curriculum covers best practices in financial and investment analysis, loan and risk evaluation, mortgage underwriting and administration.

Apply for the CRF Designation

CRF Program

To obtain the CRF designation you must complete the following:
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REIC2600: Ethics in Business Practice
FIN402: Investment Real Estate - Financial Tools
ASM603: Financing and Loan Analysis for Investment Real Estate*
ASM604: Performance and Valuation of Investment Real Estate*
ASM605: Asset Analysis of Investment Real Estate*
REIC2351: Elements of Mortgage Management

* REIC offers the ASM Series of courses once a year in- person as ASM600: Asset Management. Check our calendar for the next available date.

The CRF Program will take the typical candidate 12-18 months to complete. You have 5 years to complete the program requirements for designation.

Cost
If the program is completed within a year, it will cost the typical candidate, who has been accepted into the CRF program approx. $9925 plus taxes.
This cost is inclusive of the application fee, candidate dues, and all required courses.

APPLY FOR THE CRF PROGRAM

Admission Requirements: What do I need to apply?

Education​

• Official University or College transcript showing at least two (2) completed electives in related disciplines of Business Law, Finance, Marketing, Economics, or Business Administration, OR​ 
• REIC may recognize experience-based learning in place of formal educational qualifications as well as non-formal learning which is learning that is undertaken through a structured program but does not lead to a formally recognized qualification
• Provide proof of any real estate education, training or designation programs that you have completed throughout your career
  

Experience

• Cover letter and resume detailing your experience working in a real estate finance capacity, particularly in underwriting and administration
• You must have a minimum of three (3) years working in a real estate finance capacity, particularly in underwriting and administration, within the last five (5) years immediately prior to being awarded the CRF desigination which will be recorded on the CRF Experience Form.

Expertise

• Minimum of 1 reference letter (to confirm industry experience)
• 2 letters of recommendation (from peers, colleagues, and/or clients)
• Accolades and/or awards of excellence received during your career 

I QUALIFY AND I'M READY TO APPLY

The CRF Roadmap

Take the steps to earning the CRF (Certified in Real Estate Finance) designation

GET STARTED

Prior to applying, you must meet CRF admission requirements.We also strongly recommend attending an REIC Information Session where we will guide you through what you need, the process, and answer any questions you have.

Meet admissions requirements?
Find and register for an upcoming Info Session.

APPLY

Complete the application package to apply for the Designation Program. Once your application is approved and you have accepted the REIC Code of Professional Standards, you will become an REIC Candidate and begin your journey to designation.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ACHIEVE DESIGNATION​

You must successfully complete and pass the following courses:

REIC2600, FIN402, ASM603, ASM604, ASM605 and REIC2351

You will receive your designation certificate, CRF pin and full REIC Membership after all requirements have been met. ​

I'm ready to apply

Why Achieve the CRF Designation

~ Gain the fiduciary trust needed to work effectively with owner and investors
~ Maximize the financial potential of the properties you manage
~ Establish yourself as a strategic partner to your clients
~ Learn to consistently deliver forecasted returns for owner and investors
~ Strengthen client relationships and win new business

Why Hire A CRF

~ Has enhanced financial expertise
~ Equipped to effectively communicate complex financial information to clients, fostering trust and stronger long-term relationships
~ Has the skills to identify opportunities for maximizing returns on investments and optimizing financial performance
~ Committed to ethics and upholding high standards of integrity and professionalism

Maxium Dsouza CRF

​"View the designation journey as an opportunity to level up your career. It's a great way to connect with respected professionals in the real estate finance community, positioning yourself for greater opportunities in the industry."

Find a CRF Near You

​You can search for a CRF professional in your area using the Member directory.

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