What is REP4V?

REP4V stands for Real Estate Professional for Veterans—a three-part certification course covering:

• Real Estate best practices for working with veterans and active-duty members

• Lending knowledge including VA loan expertise

• Military cultural awareness and community resource connection

Crafted by our own local experts—John Grissom, Cara Srogus, and Rod Thompson—REP4V is more than a class. It’s a commitment to excellence in serving those who’ve served.

Certified Professionals Receive:

• An exclusive REP4V PIN and Certificate

• Recognition on the official SIBR website and at the Annual Awards Celebration

• Confidence and credibility as a professional equipped to serve the unique needs of veterans

Why It Matters

REALTORS® and lenders are often the first point of contact for active-duty service members and veterans relocating to our region. REP4V ensures these professionals are prepared to offer the highest level of care, knowledge, and connection to vital veteran resources.

This certification is a proud collaboration between the Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS®, local VSOs, lenders, and committed real estate professionals.