Georgia Real Estate Administrator Takes Top International Honor - 01/30/09 08:59 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at their 2008 Convention held in Nashville, TN.   Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, and Sharron Richardson, Manager of Franchise Support were on hand to present the Administrator of the Year Award to Dee Harris of EXIT Four Seasons Realty.
In a letter to EXIT Realty Corp. International, Broker/Owner Jeffrey Knight raved about Harris' contribution to the efficient running of his brokerage operation.  "Dee has been the Administrator of our two offices here in Dahlonega and Dawsonville, Georgia since our conversion to EXIT way back in 2002.  She daily meets the challenges … (0 comments)

New York Real Estate Champion Honored at International Convention - 01/29/09 08:43 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at their 2008 Convention held in Nashville, TN.   Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Top Sponsoring Award to Sales Representative Raymond Wang, achieved after only two years with EXIT Realty Team in Flushing, New York. 
With over seven years of experience, and coming from another real estate brand, Raymond was attracted to EXIT mainly because of its unique single-level residual concept. "It's a win-win situation," he said. "I found myself motivated to sponsor because by building a team, I could leverage my time and effort and … (0 comments)

Wisconsin Real Estate Broker Takes Two Top International Honors - 01/29/09 07:26 AM
The weather may be cold, but the real estate business is hot for Gregory Muller, Associate Broker with EXIT Elite Realty in Neenah, WI, who took two of the top honors at EXIT Realty Corp. International's 2008 Convention held in Nashville, TN. 
EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, Steve Morris, was on hand to present Muller with the Tri-Real-A-Thon, known as EXIT Realty's "iron-man" award, which is given in recognition of achieving top honors in sales, listings and sponsoring. 
Muller was also recognized as EXIT Realty's Top Lister having taken the most listings during the award period. 
"Gregory has proven that at … (0 comments)

New Brunswick Champions Honoured at International Convention - 01/29/09 07:20 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at their 2008 Convention in Nashville, TN with the top business achievement award, "Broker Owner of the Year", going to Philip Duplisea and David Sawler, franchisees of EXIT Realty Advantage, Fredericton, NB.  The pair also took home the coveted award for "Largest Grossing Single Office in North America". 
"These awards represent the highest possible level of achievement in North America for associates in the EXIT system.  With the United States market place out numbering the Canadian market place by ten times the agent count, having Canadians take home the top prizes is a testament … (0 comments)

Michael Washburn Honored as 2008 International Regional Owner of the Year - 01/28/09 09:14 AM
Despite the challenges in the real estate industry over the past year, EXIT Realty of the Carolinas has continued to prosper, adding 9 franchise sales throughout North and South Carolina.  In recognition of the region's outstanding growth while exemplifying the philosophy and spirit of EXIT Realty, Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Corp. International's Founder and CEO, proudly honored Regional Owner Michael Washburn at EXIT's 2008 International Convention held in Nashville, TN.
"Michael is always optimistic and enthusiastic.  He consistently demonstrates both his salesmanship and managerial expertise no matter what the market.  He is an absolute compliment to our organization", said Morris.  
"What … (2 comments)

Southern Californian Takes Top International Honor - 01/28/09 09:10 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at their 2008 Convention held in Nashville, TN.   Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Esprit de Corps Award to Bob Keeran, Regional Owner of EXIT Realty Southern California. The Esprit de Corps Award recognizes the EXIT Associate who most exemplifies the EXIT Realty spirit both in his or her own community and throughout the EXIT system.
"Bob's exuberance in everything he does is infectious," said Morris.  "His initiative is admirable and his ability to rally the troupes a true gift.  His spirit, dedication and originality are … (0 comments)

Oklahoma Real Estate Champion Honored at International Convention - 01/27/09 08:49 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at their 2008 Convention held in Nashville, TN.   Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Top Recruiter Award to Broker/Owners Bob and Dixie Linn of EXIT Bob Linn Real Estate.  The Linns own four EXIT offices in Oklahoma City and Yukon. 
"We chose EXIT because we believe [the company] is positioned to be the largest and most influential franchise in the real estate industry," said Linn.  With the residual income, the retirement and beneficiary program, we firmly believe we can change the lifestyle of our sales associates … (0 comments)

Ottawa-Area Real Estate Broker Takes Two Top International Honours - 01/27/09 08:49 AM
The weather may be cold, but the real estate business is hot for Maggie Tessier, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty Matrix in Orleans Ontario who took two of the top honours at EXIT Realty Corp. International's 2008 Convention held in Nashville, TN. 
EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, Steve Morris, was on hand to present Tessier with the awards for Top Gross Sales and Top Unit Producer in North America. 
"Maggie has proven that at EXIT Realty excellence is available to all who are willing to make the commitment.  Individuals ‘wishing they could' are certain to be passed by those ‘knowing they can,'" … (0 comments)

Spokane Real Estate Broker Takes Top International Honor - 01/26/09 09:23 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at their 2008 Convention held in Nashville, TN.   Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Ambassador Award to Sabrina Jones-Schroeder, Broker/Owner of EXIT Real Estate - Jones & Associates.  The Ambassador Award recognizes the EXIT Associate who most exemplifies the EXIT Realty philosophy both in his or her own community and across the EXIT system.
"The beauty of the EXIT system is that through sponsorship, there is a built-in desire to mentor," commented Jones-Schroeder.  "That has not changed even with the explosive growth of this organization.  We … (0 comments)

New Jersey Real Estate Champion Honored at International Convention - 01/23/09 09:19 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at their 2008 Convention in Nashville, TN with Luis Nogueira and his team at EXIT Realty Lucky earning the coveted award for Largest Grossing Office (Multiple Locations) in North America.  Nogueira opened the first EXIT Realty office in New Jersey and now operates two brokerages in Newark and one in Elizabeth.
"This award is a testament to the commitment, focus and work ethic of these individuals," said Tami Bonnell, President of EXIT Realty's U.S. Organization. It is clear that EXIT has attracted exceptional people who love the real estate business and we are … (0 comments)

Input Equals Output: EXIT Realty Franchise Support Manager Offers Advice to Real Estate Administrators - 01/22/09 09:33 AM
Sharron Richardson, Franchise Support Manager with EXIT Realty Corp. International, publishes a monthly newsletter for EXIT Administrators.  In the January issue, she reminds them that true leaders are mindful to maintain a nourishing mental diet.  
Happy New Year! 2009 has arrived. You have finished up 2008 and you are organized and ready to go. Let's take a look at the concept of Input Equals Output, or Garbage In = Garbage Out. This applies to all areas of your life. Many of us set personal or professional goalsat this time, and while you may have created a plan of action to get there, have … (1 comments)

EXIT Realty's Steve Morris says, "It's Always Darkest Before Dawn" - 01/21/09 08:47 AM
A commentary by Steve Morris, Founder & CEO, EXIT Realty Corp. International
Knowing precisely what to do next in order to progress and succeed is the mark of great leadership. It's also the prerequisite of sound investment strategy.
At some point in 2009 the bottom of the real estate market will be established and formally announced. I suggest that perfect timing for this would be the end of June. This all-encompassing "line in the sand" would be drawn, of course, as a result of relentless compromise between lenders and borrowers who have heretofore frenzied furiously in the sub prime aftermath. In … (3 comments)

Real Estate Veteran Says EXIT Realty Is Up To Something BIG! - 01/20/09 07:52 AM
A commentary by Bob McKinnon
If your objective is to get from Dallas to Denver you are interested in transportation.  So you look at a Cadillac, a Chrysler, a Ford, a Lexus and a Mercedes.  All will get you there and although unique, they are all cars with much the same features.  Then someone shows you a helicopter. 
WOW, completely different!  More fun, faster, higher.  Now that's innovative.
If your objective is to build a rewarding lifetime career in real estate, you are interested in the best company, the best vehicle to provide you that great career.  So you look at RE/Max, … (2 comments)

Taking Your Real Estate Business Global: Day 3 at the Inman Connect Real Estate Technology Conference - 01/19/09 02:57 PM
Commentary by Susan Harrison, Sr VP Web Development, EXIT Realty Corp. International
Via Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International):
Inman Connect wrapped on Friday January 9th - this blog post is late due to the invasion of a viral/bacterial body snatcher that knocked me off my feet for a week.
Thanks to technology, the world is becoming a smaller, more easily accessible place and the final morning of the Inman Connect Real Estate Technology Conference provided tips for taking your business global.
The panel agreed that courting international business isn't an activity for the uncommitted - it takes time, effort and money - … (0 comments)

Day 2 at the Inman Connect Real Estate Technology Conference: Own Your Personal Brand - 01/09/09 06:46 AM
A commentary by Susan Harrison, Sr VP Web Development, EXIT Realty Corp. International
Via Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International):
Wow - there's so much to talk about from Day 2 at the Inman Connect Conference and I look forward to sharing insights over the next few posts.
One hi-lite for me was keynote speaker Gary Vaynerchuk, Founder of WineLibrary.tv. You may wonder what wine has to do with real estate (insert appropriate joke here) but I figure anyone who has taken his brand (both the company and himself) from $4 Million to $45 Million in a five-year period is worth a listen.
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Track, Measure and Manage Your Real Estate Marketing: A look back at Day 1 of the Inman Connect Real Estate Technology Conference - 01/08/09 07:25 AM
A commentary by Susan Harrison, Sr. VP Web Development, EXIT Realty Corp. International
Via Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International):
There were 2 main take-aways for me at yesterday morning's Inman Connect Internet Marketing Bootcamp:
1. Track, Measure and Manage. Now, more than ever, it's important to know what's working so you can do more of it, and what's not so you can stop doing it - tracking your online traffic helps you get there. If you're not already using an analytics application, start there. Google Analytics is good and it's free. Reviewing the statistics weekly will help you determine such things as:
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Inman Connect Real Estate Technology Conference Underway in NYC - 01/07/09 05:48 AM
Commentary by Susan Harrison, Sr VP Web Development, EXIT Realty Corp. International
Via Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International):
Sometimes it seems like advancements in technology come and go in a blur, and technology for the real estate industry is no exception.  This week, hundreds of industry experts are gathered in the heart of New York City to discuss, according to the Inman News website, "the very latest business intelligence that will help you rethink, reframe and recharge your business."
Today's program at the Inman Real Estate Connect Conference includes the requisite "what happened, why it happened and what are we going to … (0 comments)

10 Tips to Help You to Plan, Focus and Execute in 2009 - 01/05/09 11:29 AM
Whether in your personal or professional life, you can benefit from taking a bird's eye view of the year ahead and put some concrete plans into place.  So, now that the year is off to a running start, pause for a minute and look forward to how you can make 2009 a great year in real estate. 
Alex Szinegh, Sr Regional VP for EXIT Realty Corp. International and founder of the EXIT Online University, offers these 10 tips to help you to launch 2009 effectively. 
If you haven't finished your 2009 business plan, do it now.  "It shouldn't be in your … (1 comments)