• NAHB info on MCSP
• HBA of Metro Portland has plans to hold MCSP elective classes in Fall 2007.  Dates have not yet been set.
• Search for MCSP classes around the country.

Master Certified New Home Sales Professional (MCSP)

The Master CSP designation further acknowledges new home sales professionals who hold the CSP designation by highlighting their continued educational and career achievements in the home building industry.

Curriculum and other Requirements

• Successfully complete the three (3) required courses:
• Certified New Home Sales Professional (CSP)- Fall 2007
• House Construction as a Selling Tool– May 2-3, 2007
• Essential Closing Strategies
• Complete two (2) courses or one (1) designation from the list(s) of electives below.
• Have at least 3 years of new home sales and marketing experience.
• Complete the Professional Profile & Application for Master CSP Candidates

Elective Courses Approved for the Master CSP Designation

• Building for Boomers & Beyond: The NAHB Seniors Housing Symposium
• Business Management for Building Professionals– Fall 2007
• Customer Service
• Effective Marketing on a Shoestring Budget
• Home Modifications– Fall 2007
• Increased Profits for Effective Builder-Broker Cooperation
• Market Focused Residential Design
• Sales and Marketing
• Sales and Marketing for Remodelers
• Working With and Marketing to Older Adults

Elective Designations Approved for the Master CSP Designation

• Certified Financial Specialist (CFS) - offered by Residential Financing Council
• Certified Leasing Specialist (CLP) - offered by The NAHB University of Housing
• Council of Residential Specialist (CRS) - offered by an affiliate of the National Association of Realtors ®

Associated Fees

• HBA Course Fee: varied depending on class
• Candidate Professional Profile & Application Fee:

                  $100.00 NAHB Member

                 $150.00 non-NAHB Member

• Annual Renewal Fee:

                  $35.00 NAHB Member

                  $80.00 non-NAHB Member

Continuing Education (CE) Requirements

• 4 CE credits every 3 years