When you see this after an auctioneer’s name it means “Accredited Auctioneer of Real Estate.” It’s a professional designation an auctioneer can earn by meeting educational and experience requirements, as defined by the Auction Marketing Institute.

(Accredited Auctioneer, Real Estate) The professional designation awarded by the NAA Education Institute to qualified real estate auctioneers who meet the educational and experiential requirements of the Institute and who adhere to a strict code of ethics and standards of practice.

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