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Seniors Real Estate Institute® (SREI) is a national training and certification organization for residential real estate professionals who specialize in the mature market. Founded in 2012 by Dr. Nikki Buckelew and Chris Buckelew, SREI administers the Certified Senior Housing Professional® (CSHP) and Certified Senior Downsizing Coach® (CSDC) credentials. Learn more at seniorsrealestateinstitute.com.
Seniors Real Estate Institute® (SREI) is the practitioner-built training and credentialing organization for residential real estate professionals who specialize in serving older adults, longtime homeowners, and late-life home sellers. Founded in 2012 by Dr. Nikki Buckelew and Chris Buckelew — two agents specializing in the mature market since 2000 — SREI administers the Certified Senior Housing Professional® (CSHP) and Certified Senior Downsizing Coach® (CSDC) credentials, hosts the annual Legacy Conference, and equips agents with practitioner-tested curriculum, coaching, and ready-to-run client-education systems. SREI is independent and not affiliated with the National Association of REALTORS® or any national brokerage. Learn more at seniorsrealestateinstitute.com.
Seniors Real Estate Institute® (SREI) is the practitioner-built national training and credentialing organization for residential real estate professionals who specialize in serving older adults and their families. Founded in 2012 by Dr. Nikki Buckelew and Chris Buckelew — real estate professionals who had been specializing in the mature market since 2000 — SREI was created to raise the standard of practice for agents working with longtime homeowners, downsizers, and families navigating late-life transitions.
SREI administers the Certified Senior Housing Professional® (CSHP) and Certified Senior Downsizing Coach® (CSDC) credentials, hosts the annual SREI Legacy Conference, and equips agents across North America with practitioner-tested curriculum, coaching, and client-education systems including Downsizing Made Easy, Moving Mom and Dad, and the Ultimate Senior Living Seminar Solution.
SREI is independent and not affiliated with the National Association of REALTORS® or any national brokerage. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Learn more at seniorsrealestateinstitute.com.
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SREI was founded by two practitioners — one with a doctorate in psychology and decades of fieldwork with older adults, the other with the operational and business background to scale a national training organization.
Co-Founder and CEO of Seniors Real Estate Institute and the primary architect of its curriculum, certifications, and coaching programs. 30+ years at the intersection of real estate sales and coaching, family counseling, senior move management, and adult education — specializing in the mature market since 2000.
B.S. in Family Studies & Gerontology (Magna Cum Laude), M.S. in Counseling Psychology, and a Ph.D. in General Psychology with a focus on residential decision-making in older adult couples. Former Licensed Professional Counselor, Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member, master practitioner of NLP, and licensed real estate broker.
Nikki is a coach, trainer, author, speaker, professor, and advocate — and the reason SREI’s training sounds nothing like anything else in the industry.
Co-Founder and COO of Seniors Real Estate Institute, where he oversees operations, technical support, events, coaching, and training. Licensed real estate broker since 1995, with 25 years specializing in the mature market — particular depth in probate, estate transactions, and the many complexities that accompany late-life real estate transactions.
BBA in Legal Studies from the University of Central Oklahoma. Certified John Maxwell Leadership Trainer and Coach, and Certified Master Practitioner of NLP.
Chris is the operational backbone of SREI — the person who makes sure everything that’s supposed to work, works.
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Third-party coverage of Seniors Real Estate Institute, Nikki Buckelew, and CSHP®-designated agents. Self-published and agent-owned web pages are excluded.
Latest 10 third-party articles featuring SREI and Dr. Nikki Buckelew. Click any item to expand the summary.
Syndicated Housing Scene column by Lew Sichelman quotes Nikki Buckelew of SREI — that most agents are ill-equipped for seniors' move-down needs and that demand for agents "who have a heart for seniors" will increase exponentially.
Read article →Bylined column by Nikki Buckelew arguing that CSHP-certified agents are leading a quiet revolution by offering free community education to longtime homeowners, downsizing retirees, and families of aging parents.
Read article →Buckelew explains how agents will increasingly encounter clients facing cognitive challenges and should serve as trusted guides through one of life's most difficult transitions.
Read article →Bylined RISMedia article by Nikki Buckelew, PhD, CSHP, CSDC noting that 76 million baby boomers are in better health and have more resources than prior generations, and offering tactics for agents to serve the senior market.
Read article →Buckelew writes that the future of senior home sales has arrived and that the most successful agents will be those ready for situations demanding creative, client-focused solutions — including cognitive impairment.
Read article →Buckelew argues that mastering a defined niche makes an agent more valuable to consumers and makes a real estate career more interesting and enjoyable.
Read article →Nikki Buckelew's debut Inman column explains that serving downsizing seniors requires a blend of empathy, patience, and practical support, citing NAR data that baby boomers made up about 45% of home sellers in 2023.
Read article →Consumer real estate feature by Maurie Backman directly quoting Nikki Buckelew, founder and CEO of Seniors Real Estate Institute, on senior homebuying and mortgages.
Read article →Live, interactive ProAging discussion hosted by Steve Gurney spotlighting SREI as an organization educating and equipping real estate pros for the 55+ market, with Buckelew speaking as co-founder and CEO.
Read article →News item reporting that the owners of Senior Downsizing Experts received SREI's 2020 Legacy Leader Award at the 6th Annual Legacy Conference, with quotes from Dr. Nikki Buckelew.
Read article →One representative third-party article per CSHP® agent — 40 agents, alphabetized. Click any item to expand the summary.
Strictly Business Magazine (Lincoln) follow-up coverage of Chrastil's November Savvy Senior Empowerment Seminar at Venue Suite One-Eleven. The article reiterates her CSHP-aligned focus on guiding seniors through downsizing and late-life housing transitions.
Read article →ShoutoutDFW feature profiling Alicia Forbes as a wife, mom, and dedicated real estate consultant whose specialized focus is serving older adults in the real estate market, rooted in her personal experience with her mother. The article highlights her Certified Senior Housing Professional designation, her ongoing efforts to expand her expertise to better serve mature homeowners and families, and her role as a community educator leading workshops on senior housing transitions.
Read article →NWA Homepage (KNWA/KFTA) feature on Alison Van Hecke and Lighthouse Group NWA, highlighting her work as a Licensed Master's Social Worker and Certified Senior Housing Professional guiding Northwest Arkansas families through senior transitions, downsizing, and housing decisions.
Read article →Federal Way Mirror local news feature on Ami Parker as a member of the city's Senior Commission. The article covers her work as a Coldwell Banker Danforth real estate broker specializing in seniors, her advocacy for older adults in the community, and her training as a Real Estate Specialist for Seniors with CSHP and SRES credentials.
Read article →Feature press release distributed via Digital Journal profiling Angela McCants as a Broker Associate and Senior Specialist with Dave Perry Miller Real Estate who serves DFW families navigating complex senior transitions. Highlights her Certified Senior Housing Professional and Certified Senior Advisor credentials and her founding of Seasoned Conversations.
Read article →Business Record (Des Moines) editorial announcing that Angela Veatch earned the Certified Senior Housing Professional (CSHP) designation from the Seniors Real Estate Institute. The article notes she joined Mary Eikenberry and Kelly Musgrove as one of three CSHP-designated realtors in Iowa and describes the coursework focused on serving older adults through late-in-life transitions.
Read article →KOLO-TV news segment on the Retired Living Truth Seminar Series co-founded by Annette Junell with her husband Brett. The coverage features the Junell Realty Group's free monthly workshops for the 55+ community on downsizing, financial planning, and senior living options.
Read article →Sencarta third-party senior real estate directory listing for Charlotte that features April Harbin among CSHP-credentialed agents serving senior clients in the Charlotte NC/SC market. Highlights her SRES and CSHP designations through NextHome Paramount.
Read article →KOLO-TV (Reno NBC affiliate) news coverage of the Retired Living Truth Seminar Series, founded by Brett and Annette Junell. The story covers the upcoming seminars at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center and the series' mission to educate seniors on housing, healthcare, and estate planning.
Read article →Concordia Senior Living blog post discussing the senior downsizing market, featuring Buckelew Realty Group (Chris Buckelew's firm) and quoting listing manager Shannon Stiger about competing offers in the OKC market for seniors looking to move into life-plan communities.
Read article →Conroe Today article announcing that Christi Finnell of Coldwell Banker Realty earned the Certified Senior Housing Professional (CSHP) designation from the Seniors Real Estate Institute. The piece highlights her specialized training in senior housing transitions and her network of local senior-focused professionals serving Montgomery County families.
Read article →News9 (Oklahoma City CBS affiliate) coverage of a free seminar where Connie Williams, a Certified Senior Housing Professional with Stetson Bentley, helps seniors and their families navigate housing options, downsizing, and future living needs.
Read article →PR.com press release announcing that Cyndi Cummings received the 2022 CSA Service to Seniors Award at the Society of Certified Senior Advisors conference. Highlights her Certified Senior Housing Professional designation from the Seniors Real Estate Institute and her work with senior clients.
Read article →Blue Ribbon News article covering the Senior Living True Talk Series seminar in Rockwall, organized by Damon Matusz, CSHP and founder of SALT DFW (Senior Adult Living Transitions). The seminar provided older adults and families guidance on 55+ senior living options across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Read article →Five Star Professional spotlight profile recognizing Dayna Wilson as an award-winning Walnut Creek real estate agent and Certified Senior Housing Professional based on customer satisfaction and production, with feature placement in Diablo Magazine for over a decade.
Read article →Cross Timbers Gazette December 2024 Senior Talk DFW column from Edwena Potter focused on year-end senior planning topics for the Southern Denton County area.
Read article →SeniorsGuide.com service-provider profile featuring Freda Hamlett of Milestone Moves Realty in the Triangle, NC area, highlighting her Certified Senior Housing Professional (CSHP) designation and her focus on downsizing, CCRCs, and aging in place.
Read article →Press release distributed via OpenPR profiling Gina M Gonzalez, founder of Business 2 Eternity, including her CSHP (Certified Senior Housing Professional) credential and her work supporting seniors and families through housing transitions, aging in place strategies, and crisis prevention.
Read article →Wellnessnews Vancouver Island profile featuring Ian Thompson, a Certified Senior Housing Professional and REMAX REALTOR in Nanaimo, BC who specializes in helping retired and semi-retired clients downsize and transition into homes that fit their lifestyle.
Read article →Dallas Fort Worth Senior Living third-party profile of Ingrid Sullivan and Senior Downsizing Experts, describing the team's senior-focused real estate services, partnerships with CCRCs, and their Smart Senior Series seminars.
Read article →Women Leaders in Elder World profile of Capital Senior Solutions co-founders Jan Brito and Laura Quigley, describing their CSHP and CSDC credentials through the Seniors Real Estate Institute and the firm's senior real estate practice in the DC metro area.
Read article →Profile material noting Jose Fernandez was honored by Florida Realtors as 2016 Humanitarian of the Year; identifies him as the first Certified Senior Housing Professional (CSHP) in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties via the Seniors Real Estate Institute.
Read article →IN Kansas City Magazine maintains an ongoing editorial tag/archive featuring Julie Spaulding Real Estate, covering her work as a senior-focused realtor in the Kansas City area. Coverage highlights her decade-plus of experience helping older adults with downsizing and rightsizing and her role founding the Senior Truth Series educational events.
Read article →RFS Senior Centers featured a video conversation with Karena Stipp of Southern Accent Homes (SRES, CSHP, ABR) alongside Maggie Alcock, discussing senior real estate transitions in the Raleigh-Durham area. The segment introduces Karena's specialty work guiding seniors through downsizing, relocating, and selling their homes.
Read article →Five Star Professional spotlight profile of Kari Lindstrom, recognizing her as an award-winning Arlington, TX real estate agent. The feature covers her work with Keller Williams Lonestar DFW serving the Arlington and Dallas-Fort Worth markets, including her Empty Nesters and Beyond senior-focused practice.
Read article →Tigard Life article authored by Kimberly Shute, CSHP and Principal Broker of Mature Moves Real Estate Team, discussing whether post-quarantine conditions present a good opportunity for seniors to sell and rightsize. Demonstrates her local media presence as a senior real estate columnist.
Read article →Women Leaders in Elder World feature profiling Laura Quigley and Jan Brito of Capital Senior Solutions, the DC-region team of Certified Senior Housing Professionals and Certified Senior Downsizing Coaches who guide seniors through downsizing and transitions to senior living communities.
Read article →Seniors Guide editorial profile of The Laurie Elsass Group highlighting her Certified Senior Housing Professional (CSHP) and SRES designations and her work with seniors in the Columbus, Ohio market. The feature describes her downsizing services and her founding of Empowered Seniors Columbus, which hosts free monthly educational seminars for seniors and their families.
Read article →Suffolk County Women's Business Enterprise Coalition (SCWBEC) board-member profile featuring Lisa Albinowski. Describes her as a Certified Senior Housing Professional and NYS Licensed Real Estate Broker who consults with seniors and their families on home sales and transitions.
Read article →Fort Bend Herald newspaper article covering a senior education seminar at the University Branch Library moderated by Liz McNeel, CSHP, with local experts offering guidance on aging in place and home care.
Read article →The Alliance for Senior Services of NJ (TASS Group) features Lorraine Montalbano as founder of Senior Real Estate Advocates and notes her CSHP designation from the Seniors Real Estate Institute. Discusses her tailored process for late-life transitions and senior advocacy in Northern NJ.
Read article →Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center event page for an in-person Downsizing with Dementia workshop hosted with Lyn Henderson of Great Transitions at Keller Williams Winter Park Realty, citing her CSHP designation.
Read article →Central Iowa Senior Network member listing highlighting Mary Eikenberry's role as a Senior Downsizing Coach affiliated with Seniors on the Move and her work with the Seniors Real Estate Institute serving older adults in the Des Moines/Urbandale area.
Read article →Parent Projects directory editorial profile of Mike Flahaven's Your Florida Haven, describing him as a Certified Senior Housing Professional partnered with Parent Projects' verified vendor network to help Central Florida families navigate senior downsizing and relocation.
Read article →Stone Bridge Crossing II community blog bio of Dillsburg-area realtor Paul Hayes, noting his graduation from the Seniors Real Estate Institute, his active pursuit of the CSHP designation, and his creation of a Mature Moving Division to serve seniors and caregivers.
Read article →Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center event listing promoting an in-person Downsizing with Dementia workshop with Paul Henderson of Great Transitions / Keller Williams Winter Park Realty, citing his CSHP credentials as a Certified Senior Housing Professional.
Read article →Houston estate planning firm Your Legacy Legal Care features Priyanka Johri on their podcast discussing how seniors can use home equity to pay for long-term care. Johri shares her experience as a senior real estate adviser working with clients navigating late-life housing transitions.
Read article →Sencarta third-party senior real estate directory profile featuring Rachel Helmich Cheng's CSHP credential from the Seniors Real Estate Institute and her specialization in helping mature adults with downsizing in Northern Virginia. Highlights her Downsizer's Club community and downsizing-focused approach.
Read article →Sun Journal feature profiles Rachel Davis as the only agent in Maine certified as a senior housing specialist and downsizing coach through the Seniors Real Estate Institute. The article shares her tips for late-in-life moves and includes her perspective that 'people aren't just moving furniture, they're moving memories, identities, routines and sometimes grief.'
Read article →Raigen Stiefel, SRES/CSHP/CSDC/CAPS with Key Transitions Group at Keller Williams, was featured in the Positive Aging Community's monthly discussion series on Retirement Living Sourcebook. The video panel discussion focused on senior moving, downsizing, and organizing solutions, highlighting her specialized training to assist longtime homeowners considering a late-in-life move.
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