CNE: Certified Negotiation Expert

Become a Certified Real Estate Negotiator

Master negotiation strategies to secure the best deals and stand out in a competitive market with the most thorough, practical, and longest-standing real estate negotiation course and designation.

Achieve faster, more successful closings

Represent clients to secure the best price

Get unshakeable confidence in your professional expertise

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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

CNE: Certified Negotiation Expert

CNE is the only negotiation training that makes you an expert at all phases of the transaction lifecycle, from Client Acquisition to Listing and Offering to Purchase Contracts to Close. With the RENI CNE designation, you will learn how to:

Win at real-world negotiation by navigating different styles

Build exceptional trust with your clients

Put together winning deals

Generate and convert more leads

Find alternative paths to success that other agents can’t

FOR YOUR CLIENTS, YOUR FAMILY, YOURSELF

Earn Your Real Estate CNE Designation

Included in your course

Quality and substantive content taught by expert real estate instructors.
A marketing kit including your designation badge, an email signature with a badge, and tips on how to share with prospective clients and colleagues.
Stories, examples, and case studies.
Templates and forms to apply to your process.
Downloadable guidebooks.
Course completion certificate.

Self-Paced

CNE: Certified Negotiation Expert Self-Paced

For agents who prefer the flexibility of learning online at their own pace.

$250

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Livestream

2 Days – 12 hours

CNE: Certified Negotiation Expert Livestream

For agents who prefer the interaction of a live virtual classroom and want to finish the class in 2 days.

$300

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

Our 70,000 graduates speak for themselves

I am so excited to let you know that I submitted my FIRST OFFER last night and used the CNE method + your amazing narrative template. And after a small counteroffer, we are now under contract! Thank you again! CNE was, hands down, dollar for dollar, the best money I’ve ever spent!

Jamie Hammond

Fort Collins, CO

I looked at the tools you provided, figured out an approach, and increased my share of the commission by an additional $25,000. Thank you for the wonderful class. We are already planning to attend again and bring many others from our office.

Robby Leviton

Washington

After taking your class, I used the negotiation worksheet. I was able to go to the Seller very confident in my presentation and suggestions. The Seller gave me several compliments on the tactics we used and their confidence in me. This class was the best and most valuable I have taken in my years in Real Estate.

Sherry Rosenlund

CONFIDENTLY COMPARE YOUR CHOICES

The choice in CNE and RENI is clear

RENI is the only brand to offer multiple negotiation courses leading to true mastery.
CNE is the #1 real estate negotiation training in North America with the longest history of creating expert real estate negotiators.

Features	CNE Livestream	RENE	CREN
Length of course	12 hours	12 hours	1 hour
Student Manual	150 pages	100 pages	5 pages
Award-winning content
Additional Marketing Materials		Additional cost
Designation logo & certificate		After application fee
Application / Renewal fees	No additional fees	$150 application fee + course cost	No additional fees

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Certified Negotiation Expert?

A Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) is a real estate professional with specialized training in negotiation techniques and strategies. This designation is awarded to agents who have completed an intensive course designed to enhance their negotiation skills, enabling them to represent their clients in real estate transactions better.

Key Benefits of Working with a CNE Agent:

– Enhanced Negotiation Skills: CNE agents are trained in advanced negotiation tactics, giving them an edge in securing favorable terms and conditions for their clients.
– Better Outcomes: With a focus on win-win outcomes, CNE agents strive to create agreements that satisfy both buyers and sellers, reducing conflicts and ensuring smoother transactions.
– Market Knowledge: Certified agents often have a deep understanding of market trends and property values, which they leverage to negotiate the best possible deals.
– Confidence and Competence: Clients can feel more confident knowing their agent has specialized training and a commitment to excellence in negotiation.

Home buyers and sellers who choose a CNE Agent as their real estate agent get a significant advantage in the competitive real estate market, ensuring that their interests are effectively represented and protected throughout the transaction process.

Do you have a self-paced version of the CNE class?

We are currently in the process of launching an online self-paced version of the CNE class. If you’d like to be notified of when the class is available, please fill out the form here.

Does CNE count for real estate continuing education credit?

CNE is a professional development course and does not currently count for continuing education credit.

Do you require renewal fees to maintain an active designation status?

We do not require renewal fees to maintain an active designation. Once you complete the course, you have earned the designation and it does not expire.

How to become a Certified Negotiation Expert?

You can become a Certified Negotiation Expert by completing the Real Estate Negotiation Institute 2-Day Livestream training course. After completion, you will receive the CNE designation and a certificate of completion.

What are the class participation and attendance requirements for the livestream class?

We would like you to fully engage in the class and commit to its full length so that you can get the best results. This means keeping your camera on, participating in the conversation and questions, and refraining from leaving and returning, multitasking, or driving. This commitment ensures that you fully experience the value of our designation and the expected outcomes of your achievement while maintaining the integrity and recognition of the RENI designations. The moderator will require Livestream Students to:

– Be on camera and on-screen for 90% of class. Frequent breaks are provided
– Participate in 80% of polls
– Participate in the Final Exam