The Gifford Group

The Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS) Training is for professionals in the legal, financial, mental health, and real estate fields who provide services for divorcing clients. We are equipped with valuable divorce-specific information and a customized communications skillset to work with and collaborate on low and high conflict divorce cases.  

The CDS™ curriculum consists of a specialized communication skills training with a focus on integrating those skills in a client-session environment. It also highlights specific legal, financial, mental health, and real estate information that are integral to the divorce process giving the professional a holistic understanding of their clients’ experience. 

Member of the National Association of Divorce Professionals (NADP).  NADP members locally and nationally come together with powerful results. The NADP Mission is to make a positive impact on the divorce process through our community of high-achieving professionals. We have formed working relationships with Lawyers, CDFA's, Counselors, and Inspectors to help you in this stressful time.  

Read about our Monthly meeting here in Houston, Texas, and about how we are Experts In Divorce From The NADP.

Listen to a co-founder of the National Association of Divorce Professionals (NADP) and Amber Gifford, a Houston NADP chapter leader, and get an overview of what NADP is, the work its members do, and how it benefits their clients.   We are divorce professionals whose work is truly a labor of love with an emphasis on love and that it ultimately benefits those facing or going through a divorce. 

Conventional Loans 

Conventional Loans have more options for a wider range of properties and buyers. 

FHA Popular with first time buyers, 

FHA Loans allow borrowers with 3.5% down to finance a home.

Cash Out Refinance 

A cash-out refi happens when you replace an existing home loan by refinancing a larger loan.

VA and HERO Loans

Our Hero Loan program covers both VA Loans as well as Hero loans for our Community Heroes.

Both Amber Gifford and Scotty Gifford are Full Time Realtors. 

The REALTOR® marks let people know that you are more than just a real estate practitioner: you adhere to a strict Code of Ethics that protects clients, the public, and other real estate agents. 

We believe in be honest and upfront with every person every time! We want to help you make informed decisions in all real estate transactions. 

Both Amber and Scotty hold the RCS-D designation

Real Estate Collaboration Specialist - Divorce

The RCS-D™ professional program was written and taught by Kelly Lise Murray, J.D., and Wendy Waselle. Professor Murray earned her J.D. cum laude from Harvard Law School & is an Instructor in Law at Vanderbilt Law School.  

Recognize by Broker Agent Advisor relevant to experience, reputation, and achievement.

Having demonstrated every quality characteristic of a superior real estate professional is hereby recognized and honored for exemplary service to their community and as a credit to the real estate profession. Rising Star Award winner 2022

What an honor to be recognized on Voyage Houston! Check out this amazing editorial that serves to showcase those making a difference locally. The Gifford Group has set a personal goal of helping 100 or more couples going through a divorce this year! Knowledge is POWER! 

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