The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM®) is an international community of real estate managers across all property types dedicated to ethical business practices and maximizing the value of investment real estate. An affiliate of the National Association of Realtors®, IREM has been a trusted source for knowledge, advocacy and networking for the real estate management community for more than 77 years.

IREM is the only professional real estate management association serving both the multi-family and commercial real estate sectors and has 80 U.S. chapters, 13 international chapters, and several other partnerships around the globe.  Worldwide membership includes nearly 18,000 individual members and over 535 corporate members.

IREM promotes ethical real estate management practices through its credentialed membership programs, including the Certified Property Manager® (CPM®) designation, the Accredited Residential Manager® (ARM®) certification, the Accredited Commercial Manager (ACoM) certification, and the Accredited Management Organization® (AMO®) accreditation. These esteemed credentials certify competence and professionalism for those engaged in real estate management. IREM also offers CPM® Candidate, Associate, Student, and Academic memberships. All members are bound by the strictly enforced IREM® Code of Professional Ethics.

Collectively, CPM® Members in the United States manage nearly $2 trillion in real estate assets, including 11.4 million residential units and 10.4 billion net square feet of commercial space.

IREM is your career partner, with several membership options to meet your career and developmental needs. Earn an esteemed membership credential from IREM and experience even greater benefits and rewards. Here are our membership opportunities:

Certified Property Manager® (CPM®) designation is the premier real estate management credential for real estate managers. Individuals who complete a comprehensive program of education, examination, ethics, and experience earn this esteemed credential and notice increased recognition in the marketplace. Develop leadership, management, and analytical skills while sharing knowledge with other top executives.

Accredited Residential Manager® (ARM®) certification is the industry’s most respected credential for specialists in residential property management. An established curriculum guides members through the certification process, covering all aspects of managing a residential portfolio. Distinguish yourself to clients and employers who seek excellence with new and enhanced skills and the latest industry information.

Accredited Commercial Manager certification is the Institute’s newest credential. This credential for managers of small-to-mid-size commercial portfolios offers increased market visibility and credibility with owners, investors, and employers, and is also the perfect stepping stone to the CPM® designation. An established curriculum provides knowledge and experience in finance, analysis and marketing, leasing, and more.

Accredited Management Organization® (AMO®) accreditation recognizes excellence among real estate management firms that achieve the highest level of performance, experience, and financial stability and have a CPM® in an executive position. Generate business and connect with other AMO® firms through your listing in print and online directories reaching thousands of investors nationwide.

Associate Membership is available for those individuals who are not yet eligible to earn an IREM credential and others who are engaged in the real estate management industry. Associate Members enjoy immediate access to the IREM community along with tremendous benefits and services.

Student Membership is open to any full-time college or university students who want to affiliate with a proven leader and get their careers in real estate management off the ground. Student Members have access to many IREM resources and benefits, including career resources, job-finding capabilities, education, and relationship-building experiences.

Academic Membership is for college or university instructors of real estate, real estate management or related subjects such as finance, economics, and business administration. Academic membership offers resources to enhance knowledge, opportunities to study recent issues, and networking with real estate professionals who can provide practical experience and insight for the classroom.

Experience the many privileges offered with a prestigious IREM membership.
Join now and accelerate your professional career by taking advantage of readily available resources, tools, and networking opportunities.

Let IREM be your career partner!


IREM Michigan Chapter No. 5 is the Metropolitan Detroit area Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management and as such is dedicated to supporting the mission and goals of the Institute through local course sponsorship, monthly information and networking meetings and a wide range of activities that promote the Institute and the professionalism of the Real Estate Management industry.


IREM • Michigan Chapter No. 5
24125 Drake Road • Farmington, Michigan 48335
Bea King • Executive Director
email: info@iremmi5.org
Phone: 248-615-3885 • Fax: 248-615-3888