Ready to excel in the world of distressed-property transactions? CSSE’s comprehensive Certified Short Sale Expert® course empowers real-estate professionals with proven strategies for short sales and lender negotiations. Through case-based modules, you’ll master how to identify eligible sellers, assemble effective short-sale packages, steer conversations with servicers, and navigate from contract to close with clarity and confidence. This training is tailored for today’s market — where rapid change demands both speed and accuracy. Whether you’re building a niche or expanding your service offerings, you’ll leave with actionable skills, real-world templates, and a repeatable process. If you’re ready to turn complexity into opportunity and serve clients when it matters most, this course delivers the foundation and momentum you need.      

Course enrollment includes access to the course materials, including forms library and marketing materials.

Graduates also receive a complimentary 12-month listing in the CSSE National Directory with continued access to updated forms library and course updates. After the initial 12 months, the directory listing and update access renews at $29.95 per month until canceled.

(Cancel at any time in your profile)

  • Agent course: $599.95
  • Instructional modules: 19 instructional Modules of Agent curriculum
  • CSSE Agent content: 20 Sections, 81 total lessons, quizzes and final exam.
  • Completion time: Approximately 12–16 hours
  • Forms and templates: 60+
  • Directory + Course Updates: Complimentary for 12 months
  • Directory renewal + Course Updates: $29.95 per month after the first year - until canceled - in your profile