Have
You Made the Correct Choice?
This post is inspired by some personal experiences as well as a post by
Eric Kodner
of Minnetonka, MN. Eric writes about a friend who's broker
isn't changing with the times and is still stuck in past. In fact my
comment to Eric's post was left in the form of a question "does the
broker still use a listing book?" I think the answer that we all had
was similar in that if you are not being appreciated where you are, why
would you stay. So my suggestion was for the agent to move on to
greener pastures.
It really hit home for me personally in that I recently "moved on" from
a brokerage that I was with, no problems, no issues, just time to move
on. I took a leap of faith to boot. I chose a company that I believe is
on the cutting edge of where real estate is going in the future. As
most of you reading this know I am a tech lover, if I could be linked
up, wired, connected, on the grid 24/7 I would. Of course my wife has
something to say about that, luckily.
What lured me to the company I chose was not only the tech edge nature
of how the company operates, but it's commitment to old fashioned
customer service through cutting edge technology. I chose Area Pro Realty Southern Pa.
Area Pro is a streamlined, efficient, high tech company that uses
technology to go that step further and provide complete customer
satisfaction. Area Pro
Realty
is truly a revolutionary company.
So what does this mean for the agent, it means better commisions which
we all know means more money in your pocket. If you are not afraid of
the future, if want to commit to something totally cutting edge that
offers you the best in support, and a bigger return on your
transactions, then Area Pro Realty Southern Pa
is for you.
Now let me tell you what really closed the deal and put my mind at
ease. I had made the change and was still getting my feet wet, wading
through the paper work and emails and everything that comes with
changing brokerages. I was feeling a bit overwhelmed and I got a phone
call from
Michael Volkin. Who is
Michael Volkin you might ask, well let me tell you, Michael Volkin is
the President of Area Pro Realty.
The President of the company took time out of his busy day to call me, Gettysburg
Gerry and welcome me to the
team, to say hello and pass along his personal cell number should I
have any questions. Area Pro Realty has
francises across the country, so tell me how many of you have recieved
a call from the President of your brokerage head office to welcome you
to the team? For that matter how many get encouraging phone calls from
your franchise broker? Area Pro Realty
has made a clear commitent to showing me that I am truly part of the
team, and they did it by example!. At that moment I knew I had made the
correct choice. Thank You Michael Volkin, thank you Area Pro Realty
the spark has been ignited and I am ready to achieve outstanding goals,
and to be an outstanding member of the Area Pro team.
Residential, Investment properties, rehab projects, property management, luxury homes, new construction! - Katy, TX
Broker, Katy, Houston, Cypress 77450,77494,77095
That's where I am too...the technology just has to be there and even some of the biggest names in the business don't seem to be adopting the new technology! Sometimes it's time to move on to be better yourself!
Mar 22, 2011 10:21 AM
Century 21 LeMac Realty - Mountain Home, AR
GRI, Mountain Home, Arkansas 870-404-3614
REMAX Equity Group - Gresham, OR
CRS, GRI, CDPE, CNE
If I could get out of my chair and look around, I'd realize all the advantages of my REMAX company...we have what it takes....I just need to block time to improve my business with the great technology available...no need to move on...just realize what is already here!
Mar 22, 2011 10:34 AM
Glasswork Media Arts - Gettysburg, PA
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Ron, I really believe if the tech end isn't there the company will eventually be left in the dust
John, thanks, the phone call from the President really showed me where the company stands.
Shar, AS with everything technology and innovations change how we as people do things. Everything is changing all the time, hold on....
Mar 22, 2011 10:40 AM
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Annapolis MD 21403 - Annapolis, MD
Your Homes Around Annapolis Agent
I have been with the same office for 19 years. this year is the very first year I have even thought about making a move. Then I realized, for me anyway, that it is not the company that needs changing it is me. So I am staying put and getting down to business. Good luck on your move. It sounds like it was the best for you. :0)
Mar 22, 2011 01:01 PM
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent
Gerry, I wish you well as you transition into your new brokerage. Change is necessary at times and your willingness to do just that shows a no fear attitude, well done my friend!
Mar 22, 2011 02:25 PM
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279
Gerry, change can be so good and keep you on your toes and give you a fresh outlook. Best of luck to you. Will look forward to hearing about it.
Mar 22, 2011 03:41 PM
RE/MAX West Realty Inc., Brokerage - Brampton, ON
Our Family Wants To Help Your Family!
Impressive Gerry, very impressive. We can hear your enthusiasm! You will do well.
Mar 23, 2011 01:43 AM
Century 21 Sherlock Homes - Rockville Centre, NY
Broker C21 Sherlock Homes, Rockville Centre, LI, N
Good for you Gerry and yes I think you might be one of the biggest tech lovers on AR, I remember the picture of you home office. I am the Broker and you are right, if your Broker is not your biggest cheer leader something is wrong.
Mar 23, 2011 08:34 AM
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