GRI -- Graduate, Realtor® Institute is a professional designation for those who have graduated from the Realtor® Institute. The Realtor® Institute is associated with The National Association of Realtors®, The California Association of Realtors®, and The Greater San Francisco Association of Realtors®. REALTORS® with this designation have completed a comprehensive education program, over 90 hours in-classroom training, in all aspects of residential real estate. Why Choose a Realtor® With a GRI designation? Buying property is a complex and stressful task. In fact, it's often the biggest investment people make in their lifetime. And real estate transactions have become more complex. New technology, laws, procedures and the increasing sophistication of buyers and sellers require real estate practitioners to perform at an ever-increasing level of professionalism. So it's more important than ever that you work with an agent who has a keen understanding of the real estate business. The GRI program has helped the best and the brightest in the industry achieve that level of understanding. GRIs are: · Nationally recognized as top performers in the real estate industry · Professionally trained · Knowledgeable · Dedicated to bringing you quality service A GRI can make a difference When you see the letters "GRI" after an agent's name, you can count on receiving the knowledge and guidance you need to make your transaction go smoothly. In short, you can count on getting the best service available from a real estate professional. Don't you deserve the best? GRI... The Professional Edge For additional information, or to verify Paul Ryan as a GRInetwork.org Member, please go to: www.grinetwork.org