Jean LU Completes Prestigious RSD Designation to Specialize in Bank Owned Homes

Sept. 27, 2010 - PRLog -- Jean has completed a one-year  long REO certification training in the techniques necessary to secure, negotiate and sell Bank Owned Properties (REOs). This REO training is invaluable during the current recession, especially in housing markets where foreclosure rates continue to climb.

A property becomes an REO if the original owner fails to pay their mortgage and the lending bank is forced to repossess it. The bank then reaches out to qualified REO designated brokers and agents to sell the home and recover their investment. Without access to experienced REO Listing agents, lending authorities must continue to hold onto the foreclosed property as an investment loss.

“The Harris Real Estate University RSD designation has been invaluable as I work with banks and lenders on complicated REO assignments. In the Portland Metropolitan area, more than 6000 homes are in some stage of foreclosure. And it is happening with homes of every price range,” said Jean Lu, “It is so rewarding to be able to help banks rehabilitate these homes, get them back on the market, and find eager homebuyers so we can improve the condition of our neighborhoods.  My RSD training through HREU has enabled me to work with more lenders, move more properties and get some of these vacant homes sold!”

Tim and Julie Harris, founders of the Harris Real Estate University in Las Vegas, NV, said “Realtors such as Jean Lu with the HREU RSD designation have valuable training in REO properties and can help banks find qualified buyers using our extensive techniques. Through our in-depth training and continuous education programs, these agents better understand market conditions that will help lenders sell their REO inventory.”

The Harris Real Estate University opened in 1998 and provides REO agent training through webinars, teleseminars and teleconferencing. Agents can earn their HREU REO Listing Designation remotely from their offices all across the nation. The RSD is the premier designation for Realtors who develop an expertise in Bank Owned properties.

“Our goal is to prepare our enrolled agents for the increasingly competitive REO market. It’s becoming more difficult for uncertified agents to out-sell our graduates. Our comprehensive RSD Designation gives them everything they need to gain an edge over other agents in their communities,” Harris said.

If you feel you are in need of more information about REO properties, or if you are a lender looking for a certified Bank Owned Property Realtor, call Jean Lu for more information 1 (800) 716-1627

Specializing in the sale of REO homes and commercial properties in the Portland Metropolitan area, Jean Lu lists homes for sale in Washington County, Clackamas County, and Multnomah County. Contact Jean Lu at (503) 495-5249 for more information, or visit www.equitygroup.com/JeanLu

Jean Lu
Your Portland Metropolitan Distress Property Specialist   
RE/MAX Equity Group, Inc
5800 Meadow Road, Suite 100
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Phone:  (503) 495-5249
Email:  jeanlub@remax.net
Website:  www.equitygroup.com/JeanLu

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Jean Lu, Broker with RE/MAX Equity Group serving the Portland Metropolitan area & SW Washington Real Estate for 9 years. Specializing in buying & selling Residential & Commercial Real Estate. Certified REO Specialist & BPO Specialist.