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Top 10 Differences Between EXIT Realty and the Others

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:58:07 -0600

A commentary by Michigan Regional President, Craig Witt

Via Craig Witt (EXIT Realty Michigan & Illinois):

There is definite change occurring in Real Estate brokerage including mergers, acquisitions, sellouts, roll-ins, conversions and plenty of closings of Real Estate offices. My job is to have my thumb on the pulse of these changes; any hint of someone making a move initiates a call from me to see if they have what it takes to be part of EXIT Realty. You see, I sell franchises, but I am not a franchise salesperson. I treat my career as a relationship building experience; selecting those franchise prospects that will take a leap of faith and invest in EXIT, so I can invest in supporting them in our system. And, I always ask myself this question, "Why would someone join EXIT Realty"? The answer is simple to me and after reading this, it will be simple to you. We have lasted through this turbulent time in our industry because of the strong foundation our CEO and Founder, Steve Morris, built back in 1996 when EXIT Realty was formed. I am convinced we will become the most productively successful Real Estate Company on Earth.

I am going to share ten (10) differences between EXIT Realty and the other choices. But, before you read them, consider this: you can travel the Dixie Highway from Michigan to Florida in a Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Lexus or Cadillac. Some are more comfortable, some more efficient, but all good choices for getting you down the road. Then, you have the choice of a Helicopter to achieve the same result. Which makes better sense to you? EXIT Realty is your helicopter. Carefully consider what I am about to share with you and see if they hold the same value to you as they do for us.

Top 10 differences between EXIT Realty and the others

1. Our Unique Operating System (The EXIT Formula). It is simple and it works. It provides additional income streams to agents and their families including retirement and death benefits. Over $175 Million has been paid out to date and it is not contingent on the profitability of the company. It welds agents into a brokerage and allows them to build a business within a business through the power of vesting the agent with the broker. True mentorship.

2. No Service Fees (%). EXIT Realty does charge a minimal Transaction Fee, but it is off the agents portion of the commission, not a 5-10% fee off the top like others. Simply put, you net more at EXIT Realty.

3. Protected Territories. We sell protected territories to allow you the elbow room to grow when you feel it is appropriate, and to have an asset, something of value with your Franchise Agreement.

4. International Single-Call Franchise Support System. Not only do we offer full-time direct Franchise Support staff available to our Franchisees, we also provide full-time agent support services lines as well. We are here for you, live, when you need it.

5. MEMO and EXITtrac. Proprietary software systems to not only operate your franchise, but to track and maintain the agents sponsored into the company so you can see past, current and pending activity. Our software systems are among the best in the industry and available to make it easier for you to run your office.

6. Trend Setters. EXIT Realty recognizes that a high percentage of leadership in corporations are shifting to women. Our U.S. and Canadian Presidents are both highly skilled and experienced women that have both been identified as outstanding women in leadership.

7. Green Initiative. EXIT Realty recently introduced our company-wide "Teal is the New Green" initiative in support of the green movement across the country. In November, we were the Cover Story in RisMedia's Real Estate Magazine announcing this trend setting move to stay ahead of the curve.

8. Available CEO/Founder and Leadership. When is the last time you spoke to your CEO or upper-level management? How available are they when you need them? EXIT Realty is committed to service and support, as well as being available to our people who have made the investment in our company. We are here for you.

9. Technology Tools. Everyone has technology and tools, but, do they have the right technology and tools? Do they have a technology specialist available to answer your questions at your fingertips? We do. We know how important technology is today to compete and we have some innovative and exclusive tools just for our people.

10. Mindset Training. EXIT Realty believes that good agents are born, great agents are trained. While other companies are cutting back, EXIT is forging ahead, keeping the focus on training agents to better service the clients and be more productive for our franchisees. It simply makes good sense.

Based on the feedback I receive while interviewing franchise prospects, I would say we have 10 reasons why you should consider EXIT Realty. These are important, relevant, and imperative to staying competitive today in Real Estate. As a broker, you deserve the best system and support available and owe it to yourself to look further into EXIT Realty to see if it makes sense to you and your situation.

Contact Craig Witt, EXIT Realty Michigan and Illinois for more information. Or, click here to see for yourself.

Craig Witt
877-669-3948
cwitt@miexit.com
exitrealty.com

Can You Benefit from the Homebuyer Tax Credit Extension?

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:05:24 -0600

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Last week, President Obama signed into law the first-time homebuyer tax credit extension with added benefits for current homeowners wishing to relocate. Understand the ins and outs of this extension and how you may be eligible to benefit by attending a 1/2 hour, free, live webinar presentation tomorrow, Tuesday November 10th at 4:00 and 7:00 PM ET. Click here to register for the 4:00 session and here to register for the 7:00 session.

This webinar is the latest in a series addressing the most common issues concerning you, the buying and selling public, as you weather today's stormy real estate market hosted by Tami Bonnell, President of the US Organization of EXIT Realty Corp. International.  If you're thinking of buying, selling or investing in real estate, you owe it to yourself to get the facts from a veteran real estate expert.

Webinars are held monthly at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET. The subjects change every month so be sure to register for the series.

No obligation.  No baloney. No sales pitch.  Just straight talk.

Ms Bonnell's real estate career spans more than 25 years during which she was instrumental in building three major brands. Ms Bonnell has been featured several times in major industry publications, including Real Estate Magazine, Bay State REALTOR® and Frog Pond Communications. She is a much sought-after international speaker, addressing thousands at events such as RISMedia's Leadership Conference in NY, Inman News Conference in San Francisco and the Top 500 Power Brokers at The National Association of REALTORS® Convention.  Since becoming President of the US Organization for EXIT Realty Corp. International, her focus is on growth and profitability for Regions, Brokers and Agents.

8 Habits to Boost Your Real Estate Business and Drive Production

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:19:14 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

What is it that top real estate producers do that drive their impressive production? They are creatures of habit, and it's the things they do that make them special. Things you can do too. Start by adding one or two of these habits to your daily business routine over the next 90 days.

Habit #1: Goal-Setting and Planning

Have written, specific and time-bound goals, for the short and long-term as well as the present. Goals should be challenging enough to motivate but still achievable. Reference, modify and adjust them often, and have a plan to attain them.

Habit #2: Make Things Happen

Don't just be satisfied with being busy, be focused on results; make your own success. Stay proactive, not reactive, and aware of your numbers for reaching your goals. Use weekly work plans and activity reports to enhance personal accountability, effectiveness and efficiency.

Habit #3: Prioritize

Become an excellent time manager. Prioritize everything, devoting at least three hours every morning for proactive prospecting. Find and maintain a balance between your production and production capability, and seek predictable results, without becoming emotionally attached to outcomes.

Habit #4: Think Win-Win

Have an abundance mentality, and apply this win-win attitude to your clients, your broker, your sponsors and your fellow associates both within the office and those cooperating on deals.

Habit #5: Listen, Realty Listen

Listen empathically, understanding that by listening, and reading a person's body language often provides greater results than doing all the talking. Ask effective questions and know how to move conversationally to the answer. Never prescribe before fully diagnosing.

Habit #6: Synergize

You must evolve from dependence, through independence to interdependence. Understand that that teamwork as well as partitioning labor or delegating is important. Participate in company and community activities, offer assistance and share what you know.

Habit #7: Constantly Re-Invent

Invest regularly in your own self-improvement. Participate regularly in sponsored events like EXIT training events, sales rallies and the Annual Convention. Become an education junky and be quick to apply what you learn. Pursue real estate designations, familiarize yourself with EXIT's Resource Center, and employ the help of a coach.

Habit #8: Sponsor Regularly

Be proactive about sponsoring. It should be an integral part of your business plan. Always be attentive to sponsoring opportunities and continually re-invent your sponsoring goals, tactics, dialogue and techniques.

Kevin Ahearn, Vice President of Agent Growth and Development for EXIT Realty Corp. International, has a real estate career that spans more than 30 years during which he coached rookies to become multi-million dollar producers and has licensed and trained over 125,000 real estate agents across North America. He is the founder of EXIT Realty's Live/Interactive Training and Coaching program.

EXIT Four Seasons Realty Named Best Real Estate Company in 2009

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:35:44 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Congratulations to EXIT Four Seasons Realty in Dahlonega, GA; they were recently named "Best Real Estate Company in 2009" by the local residents of Lumpkin County. Jeffrey Knight, Broker/Owner, says that the best part of doing business in Lumpkin County is the personal relationships that he and his sales associates have developed throughout the years.

EXIT Four Seasons Realty, one of the first EXIT Realty Franchises in Georgia, has been a part of the EXIT Realty Georgia Region for eight years. "I am so proud of the REALTORS^® and staff of this office - always representing their community with such high standards of work ethics and integrity," says Mike Glass, Regional Owner.

For more information on real estate franchise opportunities in Georgia, please contact Mike Glass, Regional Owner, 770-916-1177.

How would you answer, "What makes a good real estate agent?"

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:22:29 -0500

My husband's caregiver is considering getting her real estate license and this morning she asked, "What makes a good real estate agent?" I replied with the usual "focus", "determination" and "integrity", but as I proceeded to get dressed and drive to the office, the question continued to turn in my mind.

What makes a good real estate agent? What defines "good"?

I've been in the business 21+ years now and have seen my share of financially successful agents and those who should, well, consider another career path. I've seen those I wouldn't trust to help me choose a chocolate bar, much less a house, and those who truly make a positive difference in the lives of the people they serve.

It's not as easy a question to answer as I first thought, so I'm turning to you, my colleagues and cohorts across the world wide web. What are those special qualities and skills that make a good real estate agent?

Free real estate webinar for homebuyers and sellers

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:23:36 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Join Tami Bonnell, President of the US Organization of EXIT Realty Corp. International, for an informative, live webinar addressing the most common issues concerning you, the buying and selling public, as you weather today's stormy real estate market. If you're thinking of buying, selling or investing in real estate, you owe it to yourself to get the facts from a veteran real estate expert.

Webinars are held monthly at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET. The subjects change every month so be sure to register for the series.

No obligation. No baloney. No sales pitch. Just straight talk.

Ms Bonnell's real estate career spans more than 25 years during which she was instrumental in building three major brands. Ms Bonnell has been featured several times in major industry publications, including Real Estate Magazine, Bay State REALTOR and Frog Pond Communications. She is a much sought-after international speaker, addressing thousands at events such as RISMedia's Leadership Conference in NY, Inman News Conference in San Francisco and the Top 500 Power Brokers at The National Association of REALTORS Convention. Since becoming President of the US Organization for EXIT Realty Corp. International, her focus is on growth and profitability for Regions, Brokers and Agents.

Register for a session now by clicking a date below:

Tue, Sep 8, 2009 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT
Tue, Sep 8, 2009 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM EDT
Tue, Oct 13, 2009 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT
Tue, Oct 13, 2009 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM EDT
Tue, Nov 10, 2009 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Tue, Nov 10, 2009 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM EST
Tue, Dec 8, 2009 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Tue, Dec 8, 2009 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM EST

Once registered you will receive an email confirming your registration with information you need to join the Webinar.

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Required: Windows® 2000, XP Home, XP Pro, 2003 Server, Vista

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Required: Mac OS® X 10.4 (Tiger®) or newer

Click here to listen to a recording of "First Time Homebuyer Most Frequently Asked Questions"

Happy Birthday EXIT Realty!

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 08:48:07 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

From humble beginnings in 1996, EXIT Realty Corp. International has grown to one of the leading real estate companies in North America, and today celebrates its 13th birthday.

EXIT Realty's Formula of single-level residuals continues to break ground and fuels the company's unprecidented growth. Agents across the continent are building rewarding and lifetime careers in real estate with EXIT Realty; the only real estate company created with an agent's lifestyle, success, family, and security in mind.

With over 1300 franchises sold and $150 Million paid out in single level residuals, EXIT Realty is destined to be the largest and most productively successful real estate company in North America!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY EXIT REALTY!

John G. Miller to Deliver Message of Personal Accountability at EXIT Realty's Annual Convention

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 09:29:43 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Have you wondered: "Why is this happening to me?" "Why do I have to go through all this change?" and "When am I going to find good people?" If so, then John G. Miller's message of personal accountability is right for you.

Miller, a popular speaker at previous EXIT Realty events, will once again address real estate agents and brokers at EXIT Realty Corp. International's 11th Annual Convention being held later this month in Washington, DC.

Milller, who has been actively involved in the organizational development and speaking industry since 1986, enables individuals to adapt to change, enhance communication, increase productivity, develop people and solve problems.

He's the author of QBQ! The Question Behind the Question and Flipping the Switch...Unleashing the Power of Personal Accountability. He is the Founder of QBQ, Inc., an organizational development firm based in Denver, CO, dedicated to helping organizations make personal accountability a core values.

EXIT Realty agents and brokers can register for convention by logging into the EXIT Resource Center.

Stedman Graham Just One of the Renowned Speakers at EXIT Realty's Annual Convention

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:53:55 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

EXIT Realty Corp. International proudly welcomes Stedman Graham to its 11th Annual International Convention to be held from September 29th to October 3rd, 2009 at the prestigious Gaylord National Resort Hotel & Convention Center in Washington DC.

Stedman Graham delivers his powerful message throughout the United States and abroad to corporations, government and civic organizations, colleges and universities and community groups. He has authored 10 books, including two New York Times bestsellers, You Can Make It Happen: A Nine-Step Plan for Success and Teens Can Make It Happen: Nine Steps to Success.

He teaches that those who'll succeed in the 21st century work environment are people who can transcend race and build relationships, people with a spirit of cooperation who are tolerant of others as well as responsible for themselves. It will call for self-respecting people who don't apologize for who they are and those who will continue to grow and who'll bring value to themselves and those they represent.

Don't miss the event of the year! EXIT real estate agents and brokers can register by logging into the EXIT Resource Center.

For more information on EXIT Realty's Annual Convention, please contact us.

EXIT Realty Turns Out in Support of Ronald McDonald House

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:21:04 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

EXIT Realty Montana was one of the proud sponsors of the Bitterroot Classic Triathalon last weekend, held in benefit of the Ronald McDonald House in Missoula, MT. Tami Bonnell, President of the US Organization of EXIT Realty Corp. International was on hand and completed her first such event.

Joining Tami were Max Coleman, Regional Owner EXIT Realty Montana, Shelley Cole, Sales Representative and Darla Coleman, Franchisee, EXIT Realty Bitterroot Valley. "Tami finished despite a lingering cramp in her foot and a nagging torn miniscus," said Max.

"I am so proud of EXIT Realty Montana and the people who participated in this triathalon; a company and a community working together for a good cause. It doesn't get any better than that," said Tami.

The Bitterroot Classic Triathalon is the largest triathalon in Montana.

Customer Service the Focus of Big Bear Lake CA Real Estate Office

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:22:25 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Who would take over a real estate office in this market? People with vision and the right system like Susan and Dan Bathurst, that's who.

When they bought an existing EXIT Realty franchise earlier this year, Susan and Dan had a vision of the kind of real estate brokerage they wanted EXIT Realty Welcome Home to become, as Arrissia Owen Turner of BigBearGrizzly.net reports:

They found their dream in EXIT Realty. The customer-service oriented couple is revamping the offices with the help of their broker, Emily Dunn, offering what they describe as a general store-type office. "We want to present a more low-key atmosphere," Dan says.

"I had the pleasure of meeting Dan and Susan at Broker/Owner Training earlier this year," said Susan Harrison, EXIT Realty Corp. International's Senior VP Web Development. "They are a warm and focused couple dedicated to building a real estate brokerage that truly puts the needs of their customers first."

The article goes on to say:

"The market is turning," Dan says. "Things are improving. I just saw that there was a 7.5 percent increase in housing sales nationwide." And they feel they have an edge with the technology that being a part of the EXIT family affords them, like an online magazine, e-tours and recorded tours available to agents and customers. As far as attracting agents, the Canada-based company EXIT offers a beneficiary and retirement program for employees.

Read the full article here.

For more information on real estate career opportunities with EXIT Realty Welcome Home, please contact:

Dan and Susan Bathurst, Franchisees
EXIT Realty Welcome Home
909.878.0522
susan.bathurst@yahoo.com

For more information on real estate franchise opportunites in Southern California, please contact:

Bob Keeran, Regional Owner
EXIT Realty Southern California
760.952.2345
exitrealtysocal@hotmail.com

Tweetdeck: An Addiction in the Making?

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:24:35 -0500

One of the most common questions asked by real estate agents regarding social media is, "How am I supposed to keep track of everything?" Having asked the same question myself, I recently started using Tweetdeck, a free "personal browser" to help me keep track of tweets, followers, DMs and all the other things swimming around in my brain thanks to Twitter. After a few short days, I don't know what I did without it. Ugh.

I have 9 columns that automatically update me on various search terms like "real estate" and technology as well as the obvious "exit realty". This is a good thing, right? Well you'd think so, except for the fact that I keep looking at it all day long. It taunts me there in my task bar. A little warble alerts me to new posts. I'm tweeting more. Uh-oh.

A so-called expert once told me that the optimum number of tweets per day is 22. I don't remember why that was optimum, I just remember that it seemed exorbitant at the time. Now, not so much. I wonder if there is a twelve-step program for compulsive tweeters.

I have to go now; it has been a full 10 minutes since I checked for updates. Hello world, my name is Susan and I'm a tweeter.

EXIT Premier Real Estate, Burlington MA Named Office of the Year

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 09:52:59 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

EXIT Premier Real Estate of Burlington has been named Massachusetts "Office of the Year" by EXIT Realty of New England.

"I'm honored to be working alongside a team of dedicated REALTORS," said [Mark Bettinson, Broker/Owner]. "Our office remains committed to providing honest advice and guidance to those who are seeking to buy or sell homes. In a time of great challenge in residential real estate markets nationwide, EXIT Premier continues to excel."

Read more here.

For more information on a real estate career with EXIT Premier Real Estate, please contact:

Mark Bettinson, Broker/Owner
EXIT Premier Real Estate
781.270.4770
mark@exitpremier.com

For more information on real estate franchise opportunities in New England, please contact:

Jeanette Tighe
EXIT Realty Corp. USA
781.229.5845
tighej@comcast.net

Good Neighbor Finalists Include Helen Marotto, EXIT Homeplace Realty Associates

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:15:51 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

EXIT Realty Corp. International congratulates the ten REALTORS^®announced yesterday as finalists for REALTOR^Â® Magazine's 2009 Good Neighbor Award, including Helen Marotto, a sales representative with EXIT Homeplace Realty Associates in Hampstead, NC.

According to the announcement, "Marotto has been a court-appointed advocate for more than 152 abused, neglected and abandoned children during the past 10 years. She serves as the voice of the child in family court, helping judges make life-changing decisions on behalf of children in the foster care system."

Read more about Helen and the other finalists here.

For more information on joining EXIT Homeplace Realty Associates, please contact:

Martin Evans, Broker/Owner
EXIT Homeplace Realty Associates
910.270.2221
hampstead@realexit.com

For more information on real estate franchise opportunites in North and South Carolina, please contact:

Michael Washburn, Regional Owner
EXIT of the Carolinas
843.375.9255
admin@exitrealtycarolinas.com

Tami Bonnell to Address Industry Leaders in NY

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 08:54:59 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

With the real estate industry starting to quietly roar its engines, now is the time to regroup, refocus and get ready to take flight! Real estate professionals now, more than ever, are looking for a springboard to get their business back on track. The organizers of the RISMedia Leadership Conference see this need and have invited Tami Bonnell, President of the US Organization for EXIT Realty Corp. International, to be a panel member during their event taking place September 9^th and 10^th in New York City.

This annual event brings together the real estate industry's top thinkers and Ms. Bonnell will discuss the future of the industry, what trends we can expect to see as well as new ideas and what real estate professionals need to do differently in this climbing market. The two-day event will focus on education, networking, energizing the business and gaining market share.

Ms Bonnell also hosts free monthly webinars for the general public and the real estate public; click here to register. She was also a recent guest on Lifestyle TV's The Balancing Act, a show geared for active women who are balancing working, raising a family, career and lifestyle.

For more information on registering for the Leadership Conference and witnessing first hand one of EXIT Realty's leading visionaries click here.

EXIT Realty on TV: Buying, Selling or Considering a Career in Real Estate? Check This Out

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 09:27:16 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Tami Bonnell, President of the US Organization of EXIT Realty Corp. International appeared on national television this morning as a guest on Lifetime's The Balancing Act, a show geared for active women who are balancing working, raising a family, career and lifestyle.

When people are considering buying or selling real estate, "The most important thing to share [with your real estate professional] is why - why are you moving? Are you moving because you want to take advantage of the first time homebuyer market? Are you relocating? Are you under financial duress? The more you share, the more they can give you a better return on your investment," said Bonnell.

Watch the interview here.

Bonnell also hosts two monthly live webinars; one for the general public to answer the most frequently asked real estate questions and another for real estate professionals. Click here to register.

For more information on how EXIT Realty can help you buy or sell your home, or for information regarding a career in real estate or franchise ownership, please contact us.

Real Estate Careers Still a Savvy Choice: The Balancing Act on Lifetime Television Reveals Why Real Estate Agents Still Matter

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:36:01 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

(Pompano Beach, FL)—Even though the economy has been in a slump, savvy investors are still pursuing the “American Dream” of homeownership, and that still makes the role of the real estate agent a very relevant one. To better understand the opportunities in this field and how real estate agents play an invaluable role in the process, The Balancing Act welcomes Tami Bonnell, President of the U.S. Organization of EXIT Realty Corp. International. The segment airs Thursday, August 13^th, 2009.

“We hear all the news reports about the housing slump,” says Bonnell. “But there are still millions of people who are buying homes this year.”

According to research by Marissa Miley, a reporter at Advertising Age, despite record foreclosure rates and depressed home sale prices, the real estate industry anticipates selling 5.3 million homes this year, many to first-time home buyers.

And while computers have aided in the search and sale of one’s abode, real estate is still all about the personal connection, and that’s why so many women are excelling in this field.

“A good REALTOR^® really is a partner in the process,” explains Bonnell, “You need to listen; really hear your client’s story and be a smart detective. Understand the why for the consumer,” she said.

Consumers can find facts on a computer but only a real estate agent can offer the insights, advice, marketing tips and negotiation options that make a home sale or purchase a smooth and easy transaction.

Many women, especially moms, have found great financial success and a balanced family life with a real estate career, and not just in the boom times. Taking it to the next step, EXIT Realty developed an innovative residual plan that allows REALTORS^® to earn bonuses from the transactions of the new recruits they introduce to the company, creating an exciting financial opportunity from which many women have benefited.

“The real estate market is about good deals and long-term benefits,” says Doug Campbell, Executive Vice President of Programming, BrandStar Entertainment, the producers of The Balancing Act. “Understanding the importance the real estate agent plays was indeed very insightful.”

About Brand Star Entertainment’s The Balancing Act: The Balancing Act TV show on Lifetime Television is America’s only morning show about women, for women, trusted by women. Celebrating life and all there is to accomplish, The Balancing Act inspires and empowers with entertaining and educational segments, placing women in the best position to achieve success in every area of their lives. The show is produced by BrandStar Entertainment and airs on Lifetime Television 7 a.m. Eastern/Pacific (check local listings). Additional information and each segment can be accessed on the show’s website, www.TheBalancingAct.com. Each episode is also available on http://www.google.com/video and www.youtube.com. Sign up for the show’s newsletter at www.thebalancingact.com/join.php. For more details about BrandStar Entertainment please visit www.brandstarentertainment.com.

About Tami Bonnell: Tami Bonnell’s real estate career spans more than 25 years during which she was instrumental in building three major brands. Ms Bonnell has been featured several times in major industry publications, including Real Estate Magazine, Bay State REALTOR® and Frog Pond Communications. She is a much sought-after international speaker, addressing thousands at events such as RISMedia’s Leadership Conference in NY, Inman News Conference in San Francisco and the Top 500 Power Brokers at The National Association of REALTORS® Convention. Since becoming President of the US Organization for EXIT Realty Corp. International, her focus is on growth and profitability for Regions, Brokers and Agents. Ms Bonnell is available for interviews.

EXIT Realty is Open in PEI

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:29:04 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Joyce Paron, President of the Canadian Organization of EXIT Realty Corp. International is proud to announce the opening of EXIT Realty P.E.I. and welcomes broker/owner Danny Moase into the EXIT Realty system.

"Danny, a top producer on the island, was formerly an independent who came from the Re/Max system," said Paron. "He is charged up to grow the largest and most successfully productive office in P.E.I.!"

For more information on joining EXIT Realty P.E.I. as a real estate sales representative or for properties for sale in Prince Edward Island, please contact:

Danny Moase, Broker/Owner
EXIT Realty P.E.I.
902.892.7653
danny@exitrealtypei.com

For more information regarding real estate franchise opportunities anywhere in Canada, please contact:

Ed Martens, Senior Vice President, Franchise Sales - Canada
EXIT Realty Corp. International
866.952.3948
emartens@exitrealty.com

Waterfront Property for Sale in Short Supply in the Kennebecasis Valley, New Brunswick

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:39:30 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

In a recent interview with Candice MacLean of the Telegraph-Journal, Ron Young, Franchisee and real estate sales representative with EXIT Realty Specialists in Saint John, NB said:

"We typically get people that call all the time and want to buy waterfront land in the Quispamsis and Rothesay area. They think it's $100,000 or $80,000 and when we tell them a piece sold for $300,000, it knocks them off their chair a bit."

Young said he knows of landowners who have been offered millions of dollars for their waterfront property, but refuse to sell.

Read the article here.

For information regarding joining EXIT Realty Specialists, please contact:

Ron Young, Franchisee
EXIT Realty Specialists
ron@ronyoung.ca
506.642.3948

For information regarding real estate franchise opportunites in Canada, please contact:

Ed Martens, Sr VP Franchise Sales, Canada
EXIT Realty Corp. International
exit@exitrealty.com
800.630.3948

EXIT Gold Realty in Stevensville and Denton MD Gets Bigger and Better!

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 09:56:24 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

In a press release dated July 28, 2009, EXIT Gold Realty's Broker/Owner, Debbie Houck, announced the latest in an impressive list of achievements for this new EXIT Realty brokerage. "EXIT Gold Realty Denton was named the #1 real estate office for written listings in the EXIT Mid-Atlantic region for June and the Stevensville office was named #7," she said. "EXIT Gold Realty is proud to have 5 of the Top 10 agents for written listings for the same period; Barbara Beaudet #1, Suzanne Galasso #2, and Kenneth Glenn #7 are in the Denton office while Suzanne Hitt #6 and Geoffrey Young #10 are in the Stevensville office." Beaudet was also recognized for seller ends with a tie for second place and Hitt for buyer ends with a tie for first place.

Houck's Denton office officially opened in late June. EXIT Mid-Atlantic Regional Owners, Rick and Carol McDaniel were present to join in the festivities and the ribbon cutting. "Debbie and her agents did a wonderful job of letting everyone know in Denton and everyone going to the beach that EXIT Gold Realty is there to serve their real estate needs," said Carol McDaniel.

EXIT Gold Realty (formally Re/Max^® Gold Realty) changed banners in May 2009, and Houck couldn't be happier with the change. "The agents are thrilled with all the new technology now available to them along with the enormous amount of exposure the agents now have available to their clients," she said. "This has been a 'win-win' for everyone. Now that we are seeing the real estate market pick-up and have so much more available to us, I am confident that we will be the go-to real estate office for the area."

For information on joining EXIT Gold Realty in Stevensville or Denton, Maryland, please contact:

Debbie Houck, Broker/Owner
EXIT Gold Realty
debbiehouck@exitgoldrealty.com
410.643.4111

For more information on real estate franchise opportunities in Maryland, Delaware, Washington DC and West Virginia, please contact:

Rick McDaniel, Regional Owner
EXIT Mid-Atlantic
rick@exitmd.com
410.287.9000

Free Webinar Today: Register Now for Effective Real Estate Business Practices for Real Estate Agents

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:20:17 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Visit www.exitrealty.com/live_events to register for the 4:00 or 7:00 ET session today to learn effective business practices for real estate professionals. Regardless of your company affiliation, you'll learn tips and tools to help with your real estate career.

Today's webinar kicks off a professional series to be held live on the 4th Tuesday of every month. Hosted by Tami Bonnell, President of the US Organization of EXIT Realty Corp. International, this series is open to the public and geared towards real estate professionals across North America. Space is limited so register early!

For more information, please contact us.

EXIT Realty 1st Choice in Tucson Holds Year-Long Food Drive

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:18:09 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Tucson, Arizona (Grassroots Newswire) REALTORS^® from EXIT Realty 1st Choice in Tucson, AZ will be hosting a Food Drive on each and every weekday at their office located at 6763 E Broadway Blvd.

"EXIT Realty is having a successful year and has been collecting food each month for the Tucson Food Bank in an effort to give back to the community that has supported us so strongly this past year," says David Coffman, Franchisee. "We will be collecting food and cash donations each weekday, from 9:00 to 5:00 for the remainder of 2009."

Coffman goes on to say, "We felt that supporting the Tucson Food Bank would help directly those being affected by the housing & mortgage crunch."

EXIT Realty 1st Choice is located at 6763 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85710. For more information, please call 520-323-3948.

Free Webinar Series for the Real Estate Public: Effective Real Estate Business Practices

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:24:30 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

Join Tami Bonnell, President of the US Organization of EXIT Realty Corp. International as she addresses the past, present and future of the real estate industry in a free, monthly public webinar series starting Tuesday, July 28, 2009 entitled "Effective Real Estate Business Practices". Learn effective business practices, along with questions every real estate professional should be asking and able to answer in today's ever-changing economic climate.

The same session will be presented twice, live, at 4:00 p.m and 7:00 p.m. ET. This event is open to the public and geared towards real estate professionals across North America; the focus of July's session will be the most important habits agents can acquire to achieve success. Those interested should visit www.exitrealty.com/live_events to register. Space is limited for each session so register early!

EXIT Realty Raises $12,000 for Habitat for Humanity in the Maritimes

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:55:50 -0500

Via The Team at EXIT Realty (EXIT Realty Corp. International):

EXIT Realty Associates from across the Maritimes came together recently to golf in support of Habitat for Humanity.

"Raising $12,000 for a one-day event is incredible," says Ed Martens, EXIT Realty Corp. International's Sr. VP Of Franchise Sales, Canada, who took part playing a round with fellow EXIT agents.

"I had the privilege of riding on the EXIT bus from Halifax to the golf course with a full complement of happy real estate agents anxious to hit the greens. From a Corporate perspective we just can't say enough about our franchisees and agents who participated. Their dedication and good-hearted spirit is uplifting and inspiring. The organization of every detail was outstanding."

Spearheading the annual event is Jon Walker, Franchisee of EXIT Realty Inter Lake, and his team who do a first-class job with getting sponsorships and the scheduling of every moment. Jeremy Cowan, Franchisee of EXIT Realty Metro arranged the bus which transported a large contingent of agents from multiple offices from the Halifax area. The monies raised will be directed toward a Habitat build in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, which is scheduled for later this year.

Habitat for Humanity is EXIT Realty Corp. International's charity of choice, and the company has now pledged over $1.5 million to Habitat for Humanity efforts across North America. "Fundraising events hosted by EXIT Franchisees and Associates like this one, are in addition to corporate contributions and illustrate the truly caring nature and depth of initiative on the part of our people" says Martens.

For more information about real estate franchise opportunites across Canada, please contact us.

EXIT Realty Results Agents Close "Miracle" Deal

Susan Harrison (EXIT Realty Corp. International) — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 09:27:06 -0500

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Anna Beigelman, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty Results in Merrick, NY is proud to recognize two of the real estate agents in her brokerage for closing a real estate transaction she calls a "true miracle".

"Michael and Diane Grannum just closed a deal that was a true miracle. They began working with Mr. and Mrs. C., potential buyers, in November of 2008. The couple had bad credit, a combined income of $43K, 2 kids, and a small down payment.

After much drama, credit repair, lots of counseling and lots of hand holding, Mr. and Mrs. C. are proud homeowners. Michael and Diane found them a short sale house for $147,000 in a market with an average price of $400,000. Michael and Diane used their business wisdom, compassion and patience when everyone else refused to help these buyers. They are true professionals and I am proud to have them as my agents."

"EXIT Realty congratulates Michael and Diane for their accomplishment," said Susan Harrison, Sr VP Web Development. "Thank you, too, to Anna for telling us about it at EXIT International! Our EXIT Resource Center has a feature where anyone in the EXIT system can "Tell Us Your Good News" and Anna was quick to report this happy story."

For more information about EXIT Realty Results, please contact:

Anna Beigelman, Broker/Owner
EXIT Realty Results
516.504.3948
broker@exitreresults.com

For more information about real estate franchise opportunities in New York City and Long Island, please contact:

Hector Castillo, Regional Owner
EXIT Realty of NYC & LI
866-444-3948
info@exitny.com