Real Estate Leaders Rave About Intensive Professional Development Workshop - 12/29/10 08:34 AM
Real estate brokers and managers from across North America gathered earlier this month at the headquarters of EXIT Realty Corp. International for an intensive week of training and networking.
EXIT Realty’s Broker Owner Training is one of the most leading edge programs available in the real estate industry. Fifteen of the industry’s top professionals, including company executives and EXIT Realty’s CEO and Founder, Steve Morris, gather to teach the essential skills to build a top producing brokerage in any market.
A few of the attendees commented:
The EXIT Realty [broker/owner training] provided me with the absolute best and most intense training which is needed more … (3 comments)

Special Wall-Raising Event Scheduled in January for Utah Habitat for Humanity Build - 12/28/10 09:59 AM

Special note - the wall raising didn't occur as scheduled in August but is on track now for January, 2011.  Please join us!!
When the EXIT Realty team gathered in Salt Lake City in May for a Habitat for Humanity building blitz, inclement weather kept them from working on the actual EXIT home.  Now, there is another chance to help make a family's dream of homeownership come true by being part of the "wall-raising" scheduled for Wednesday, January 19th. 
Being part of a corporately sponsored Habitat for Humanity build is truly an inspirational experience.  Here's what EXIT associates had to say about past builds:
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Cornwall Family Will Start the Year Off in Their New Habitat For Humanity Home - 12/22/10 07:59 AM
Cornwall, ON – Since August, real estate agents from EXIT Realty offices across Ontario and volunteers from the community at large have come together to help build a new home and provide a fresh start to Cornwall single mom Karen McIntosh and her children, Meagan, 15 and Matthew, 12.   
Karen works for the Upper Canada School Board as a Settlement Outreach Worker, helping new immigrants settle into Canada.  Meagan goes to St. Joseph High School. Matthew suffers from global delay and autism and resides in a group home in Ottawa from Monday to Friday.  Currently there is no facility in our community that can meet his needs.  Karen … (0 comments)

EXIT Realty Welcomes New Approved Supplier IMS Incorporated - 12/21/10 02:02 PM
EXIT Realty'sApproved Supplier Network Amy Youngren, Manager of Ancillary Services for EXIT Realty Corp. International recently announced that IMS Incorporated, the company behind REality™ For Brokers and REality™ for Agents, has joined the elite group of companies in EXIT Realty's Approved Supplier Program.  
REality™ For Brokers is a web-based marketing/reporting tool designed to help Brokers attract the best talent and market their business successfully using reliable data compiled from MLS databases across North America. 
REality™ For Agents is the online application that helps top producing agents further their real estate success. REality™ For Agents is a powerful web based tool designed to … (0 comments)

The Last Week: A Commentary by EXIT Realty Corp. International Founder & CEO, Steve Morris - 12/21/10 08:16 AM
A commentary by EXIT Realty Corp. International Founder & CEO, Steve Morris.December has now arrived.  Whatever you had planned to do this year is, for the most part, done.  December is a finishing time and the best way to do this is with finesse.  Close your year off gracefully.  Reflect on what’s been accomplished and be proud of all the things you did right.  In particular, be good to yourself and your family during the last week of this month.  Set out purposefully to have the finest week of your life this year from the 24th day till the 31st.  Spend time … (0 comments)

EXIT Realty's Linda Knoll Receives Top International Recruiter Award - 12/17/10 08:30 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International honored the best in the business at its Annual Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas.  Linda Knoll, Broker/Owner of EXIT 1 Realty with offices in New Buffalo, Michigan and La Porte, Indiana, was recognized as the company’s Top Recruiter.
EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, Steve Morris, was on hand to present Knoll with her award.  “One of the key functions of a successful real estate broker is recruiting – the art of building and stabilizing her brokerage with quality sales people to best serve the public,” he said.  “Linda is a true real estate talent scout!”
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EXIT Realty Welcomes New Approved Supplier Eco Hatchery - 12/16/10 03:45 PM
EXIT Realty'sApproved Supplier Network Amy Youngren, Manager of Ancillary Services for EXIT Realty Corp. International recently announced that Eco Hatchery, makers of the Eco Kit, has joined the elite group of companies in EXIT Realty's Approved Supplier Program. 
Eco Kits include easy energy and water conservation tools that can cut utility bills by $165 to $260 annually. Kits include energy-efficiency products, an illustrated guide with simple instructions, and a recycling directory.
Homeowners can check savings progress online at anytime and get a customized roadmap of additional savings opportunities specific to their household.
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From 45 Agents to 200 in 4 Offices: Hear How Marketing Gives This EXIT Realty Broker/Owner the Edge - 12/16/10 08:34 AM
In a recent interview with Brian Wildermuth, the "mouth" behind Big Mouth Marketing and President of Sharper Agent (the company behind EXIT Promo Shop), EXIT Real Estate Gallery's Stan Bishop explains how his marketing background gives him an edge.  When he converted to EXIT Realty from an independent brokerage, he had 45 agents - now he houses 200 agents in 4 locations in Florida and boasts 150% growth this year.  Listen to the interview to hear what top things Stan tells new recruits right away to infuse themselves in the market place and get results.
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Tracey Dowling Wins EXIT Realty’s Administrator of the Year Award - 12/15/10 08:24 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International honored the best in the business at its Annual Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas.  Tracey Dowling of EXIT Realty Metro in Bedford, Nova Scotia was awarded Administrator of the Year from among hundreds of offices across the continent.
EXIT Realty's Franchise Support Department trains and supports office administrators on "everything EXIT" and the department's manager, Sharron Richardson, was on hand to present the award.  "Tracey Dowling is a very deserving candidate for the Administrator of the Year award," said Richardson. "She possesses those characteristics attributed to all exemplary administrators: proficiency, grace under pressure, diligence, and of … (0 comments)

Choosing a Real Estate Franchise? Take a Closer Look at EXIT Realty - 12/14/10 08:42 AM

At EXIT Realty Corp. International, our mission is to build the largest and most productively successful real estate organization in North America with over 3,600 prosperous brokerages and over 100,000 agents recruited.  We understand that to accomplish this mission the most important consideration is to provide these opportunities for others:
The freedom to create their own reality An atmosphere to get the most and best out of themselves Financial growth and rewards by developing a brand new lifestyle, and Supporting the growth of others. EXIT Realty Corp. International will achieve the ultimate in success by approaching real estate franchising from … (0 comments)

Marathon Open House Attracts 300 Visitors and 3 Offers - 12/13/10 03:10 PM
In a recent interview with Brian Wildermuth, the "mouth" behind Big Mouth Marketing and President of Sharper Agent (the company behind EXIT Promo Shop), EXIT Realty Bend's Jim Mazziotti explains how creative thinking got him on the front page of his local paper. 
Mazziotti's first famed 56-Hour Open house in 2009 resulted in 2000 virtual visitors, 300 people through the house and 3 offers.  The second event, held in 2010 landed him on the front page.  Listen to the interview.
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Florida Real Estate Broker Recognized as Iron Man of Real Estate - 12/13/10 08:37 AM
The real estate market is hopping for Mohammed Siddiq, Broker/Owner of EXIT Metroquest Realty in Pembroke Pines, Florida who took the top honor at EXIT Realty Corp. International’s 2010 Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas.
EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, Steve Morris, was on hand to present Siddiq 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.
“Mohammed has excelled in Florida where the real estate market was hit particularly hard,” said Morris.  “The Tri-Real-A-Thon rewards the Associate who embraces the three dimensions of a successful career … (0 comments)

EXIT Realty's Bob McKinnon Recognized with “Outstanding Career” Award - 12/10/10 08:14 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at gala Annual Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas. Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Outstanding Career Award to Bob McKinnon, EXIT Realty’s Senior Regional Consultant.
McKinnon has been teaching sales and management for over 45 years.  A California real estate broker for 40 years now based in Texas, Bob has sold real estate, owned and managed portions of five real estate companies, has been a franchisor, a corporate manager and director and he was one of the first regional owners for CENTURY 21® in … (0 comments)

EXIT Realty's Wayne Cochrane Honoured with “Superior Brokerage Expertise” Designation - 12/08/10 09:11 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at gala Annual Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas.  Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Superior Brokerage Expertise Designation to Wayne Cochrane, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty Metro in Bedford, Nova Scotia. The Superior Brokerage Expertise Designation recognizes the EXIT Realty broker whose leadership and management skills create a superior brokerage environment for the growth and development of agents who are then better equipped to serve the public.
“Wayne possesses an excellent business perspective concerning building and stabilizing a successful brokerage in real estate,” said … (0 comments)

EXIT Realty's Jeff Lobb Recognized with EXIT Realty’s “Award of Expertise” - 12/08/10 09:06 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at gala Annual Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas. Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Award of Expertise to Jeff Lobb, technology expert, trainer and coach. The Award of Expertise recognizes the EXIT Associate who is not only exceptionally knowledgeable and capable in his or her field, but who willingly shares his or her know-how with others for the betterment of the company and real estate industry at large.
“Jeff is a real estate technology expert and teacher beyond compare,” said Morris. “His ability … (0 comments)

EXIT Realty’s U.S President, Tami Bonnell “Exemplifies the Spirit of the Self Made Woman” - 12/06/10 08:25 AM
George Bernard Shaw said, "Life isn't about finding yourself; it's about creating yourself."  Forging and chipping away, one day, one experience at a time, all in an effort to become truly "self-made".
The headquarters of EXIT Realty Corp. International is home to a magnificent nine-foot-tall bronze statue of the Self Made Man by Bobbie Carlyle, there as a reminder that we get what we concentrate on and our life is pure potential. 
At the corporation's annual convention held recently in Dallas, Texas, one of its superstars was honored for personifying this ideal.  Tami Bonnell, President of the U.S. Organization was presented with a … (0 comments)

Joyce Paron Recognized as EXIT Realty’s “Leader’s Leader” - 12/06/10 08:22 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at gala Annual Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas.
Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Leader’s Leader Award to Joyce Paron, President of EXIT Realty’s Canadian Organization.
“This award is given for leadership above and beyond the call of duty,” said Morris. “Joyce commands the absolute respect and appreciation of everyone in our Canadian Organization.  She builds and stabilizes with deliberate intention, consistency and personality.  She is most definitely a Leader's Leader.”
EXIT Realty has enjoyed tremendous success across North America with its unique … (0 comments)

EXIT Realty's Anne Squires Recognized for “Superior Growth and Development” - 12/03/10 08:28 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at gala Annual Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas. Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the “Superior Growth and Development” Designation to Anne Squires, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty on the Rock in St. John’s Newfoundland. The Superior Growth and Development Designation recognizes the EXIT Realty broker who utilizes the tools and philosophy of EXIT Realty to develop his or her company in a way that creates an inspiring home for real estate professionals and provides exemplary service to the general public.
“Anne has built and … (0 comments)

Vince Arcuri Recognized with EXIT Realty’s “Ambassador Award” - 12/03/10 08:23 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at gala Annual Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas. Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Ambassador Award to Vince Arcuri, real estate sales representative and franchisee with EXIT Realty Foundations of Tampa, Florida.  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.
“Vince's well-focused mind-set, positive attitude and tremendous business initiative exemplifies what EXIT Realty is all about,” said Morris.  “His dedication, determination and ability to walk … (0 comments)

Recipient Family Named for EXIT Realty's Habitat for Humanity Corporate Build in Salt Lake City, Utah - 12/02/10 11:03 AM
EXIT Realty agents and members of the community converged on Salt Lake City, Utah earlier this year for a rainy building blitz week for the company's corporately sponsored Habitat for Humanity home.  Recently a recipient family for this home was named.
Bernadette Deschine and her 18-year-old son Niko Amaya, have invested their time in sweat equity, both on this project and other Habitat for Humanity homes to qualify.  "I came to Utah about 28 years ago from New Mexico to live here with my older sisters," said Deschine.  "I come from a big family with no parents. My mother passed away … (0 comments)

Loretta Hughes Recognized with EXIT Realty’s “Creative Initiative” Designation - 12/01/10 08:35 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at gala Annual Convention held recently in Dallas, Texas. Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Creative Initiative Designation to Loretta Hughes, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty Fusion in Regina, Saskatchewan. The Creative Initiative Designation recognizes the EXIT Associate whose initiative and innovation sets them apart in the highly competitive real estate industry.
“Loretta has proven that she is a self-starter beyond compare in her EXIT Real Estate Brokerage,” said Morris.  “Her inventiveness and creative ingenuity is infectious and it stimulates everyone with whom she comes … (0 comments)

Craig Witt Recognized as EXIT Realty’s “Trusted Advisor” - 12/01/10 08:34 AM
EXIT Realty Corp. International recognized the best in North America at its gala Annual Convention held last month in Dallas, Texas.   Steve Morris, EXIT Realty Founder and CEO, was on hand to present the Trusted Advisor Award to Craig Witt, Regional President of EXIT Realty Michigan. The Trusted Advisor Award recognizes the EXIT Associate who embodies EXIT’s philosophy of leadership and mentorship towards not only the REALTORS® and franchisees in his or her immediate area, but towards his or her peers and the real estate community at large.
“Craig exemplifies good common sense, sound judgment and he is much appreciated as a trusted … (0 comments)