WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
CNE: Certified Negotiation Expert
Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) training is the only negotiation instruction that makes you an expert at all phases of the transaction lifecycle, from Client Acquisition to Listing and Offering to Purchase and Contracts to Close. With the RENI CNE designation, you will learn how to:
- Master diverse negotiation strategies for real-world transactions.
- Build trust with clients.
- Write contracts easily and successfully.
- Enhance lead generation and client conversion.
- Identify and capitalize on unique agent opportunities.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
CNE: Certified Negotiation Expert
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.
CNE: Certified Negotiation Expert Self-Paced
For agents who prefer the flexibility of learning online at their own pace.
CNE: Certified Negotiation Expert Course
For agents who prefer the interaction of a live virtual classroom and want to finish the class in 2 days.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Here are reviews from our 70,000 graduates:

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 Roselund
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 leading real estate negotiation training in North America, renowned for its extensive track record in producing expert real estate negotiators.
Features | CNE Livestream | RENE | CREN |
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Length of course | 12 hours | 12 hours | 1 hour |
Student Manual | 150 pages | 100 pages | 5 pages |
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Additional Marketing Materials |
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Additional cost |
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Designation logo & certificate |
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Application / Renewal fees | No additional fees |
$150 application fee + course cost |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a certified negotiation expert?
- Does CNE count for real estate continuing education credit?
- Do you require renewal fees to maintain an active designation status?
- How to become a certified negotiation expert?
- What are the class participation and attendance requirements for the livestream class?
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.
Does CNE count for real estate continuing education credit?
CNE is a professional development course. Currently the self-paced course is approved for 6 hours elective 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 at Hondros. 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