Friday, October 18, 2013

Celebrating 30 years!

Keller Williams Realty, Inc. announced today that it is launching an international rebranding campaign featuring a redesigned logo and brand identity.
“We knew that the day we officially celebrate our 30th anniversary was the right time to unveil a completely new look for our associates,” CEO Mark Willis said. “It’s an exciting, more relevant brand for a company that’s growing and changing the entire industry – a company that’s attracting the next generation of real estate professionals.”


“With this evolution of our brand, we’re really staying true to our brand philosophy,” said Ellen Curtis, executive director of marketing and communications for Keller Williams. ”We stand behind our agents, not in front of them – and our new identity reflects that. It’s purposefully simplified to complement our agents’ brands – not compete with them.
“We also believe that it’s a look that will resonate with tomorrow’s home buyers and sellers and reinforce our agents’ position as forward-thinking, sophisticated and savvy,” Curtis added.
Keller Williams President Mary Tennant said, “The original Keller Williams logo has certainly withstood the test of time, and we knew it was time to revitalize, revamp and rethink our brand position in the industry. We’re thrilled to celebrate our 30th birthday this way.”
The company will immediately begin rolling out the new branding across its platforms, products and tools, including its proprietary marketing system, eEdge, and its new mobile app, which powers more than 90,000 agent-branded real estate search apps – one for each of its agents.
“We’re introducing the world to the next evolution of Keller Williams,” Willis said. ”We have always been an industry thought leader, a maverick, and we want our entire identity to reflect that.”
 

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Top Producing Real Estate Agent

0-100 Spotlight Roundtable with MEGA AGENT Brian Gubernick
LUNCH & LEARN
10/24
12:00 -3:00
RSVP REQUIRED: NickelLowman@kw.com OR call vm:702-347-5730
 
The 'Spotlight' will be how he got from 0-100...what he does to focus...how he has expanded...what helped him expand...etc  Great material for the individual associate or team building. Round Table Led by Jason Lindstrom
Team Lead Brian Gubernick is now the top-producing agent at Keller Williams Arizona Realty, and in the top 10 most productive in the Southwest Region. His office has nearly 200 transactions in some phase of the short sale process at any given time. He completed over 700 short sales to date. #1 in production in market center (300 agents), Top 10 in region (18,000 agents), Top 50 in North America (80,000 agents). Specialties: Short Sales, Foreclosures, First Time Homebuyers.

In 2007, Brian joined Keller Williams Realty and co-founded Homehelper Consultants. In the last 12 months HHC has negotiated and closed over 300 short sale transactions at an impressive 92.4% success rate (listing to closing ratio).

"I am a very firm believer that attitude is everything," Brian says. "I love coming to work. I love working with lenders. I love knowing we've saved hundreds of people from foreclosure. No matter what you do in life, you need to do it right, and do it big."

Friday, October 4, 2013

Ignite Starts Monday 10/7

Ignite has a single objective: to propel agents into immediate productivity.
To achieve this goal, the course contains a wealth of fundamental and foundational real estate content, enhanced by productivity-based exercises, an online tracking system (MyTracker), practical job aids, and powerful scripts. Ignite develops the habits, and delivers the activities, models and systems, that create momentum for a productive real estate career.
Each session will have you engaged in real estate activities – you’ll be getting leads, working your business in class and learning to service buyers and sellers, from setting the first appointment to closing the deal. Objectives: Build your career with KW systems, models and tools. Do daily lead generation activities that will fill your pipeline with prospects. Time block for maximum effectiveness and productivity. Develop job aids that are customized to your style and area of specialization. Learn powerful scripts – know what to say in every situation. Audience: This course is targeted for all agents.
Ignite Calendar, Keller Williams Realty Southwest  6180 Brent Thurman Way, Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV 89148

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Real Estate Training


Join us for great real estate training. Our courses are open to everyone looking to grow their real estate business. 

Call Nickel at 702-347-5730 to reserve your seat in class. 
Log on to http://kwrs-calendar.com/ to sync our calendar to yours


Party at Fidelity



Hi KWSW!!!
We are looking forward to seeing you tonight 4-7 pm, next door for our Grand Opening Party!
Please share this invite with an agent you are working a transaction with at another company- invite them to see your office and mine!!
See you tonight!
Your Fidelity Team!!
J
Julie

IGNITE Your Business

Closing less than 16 transactions this year?                     
IGNITE your Business... 
Classes start Monday  
IGNITE is  the signature Keller Williams University training course for all real estate agents. The emphasis in this course is on action - we call it learning for earning's sake.
  • Productivity-based exercises
  • An online tracking system
  • Streamlined job aids
  • Powerful new scripts
POWER SESSION TOPICS  
  1. REV UP
  2. YOUR DATABASE
  3. OPEN HOUSES
  4. PROSPECTING
  5. ACCOUNTABILITY- Check in on your GOALS & BIG Why
  6. PREPARE TO WORK WITH BUYERS
  7. THE BUYER CONSULTATION
  8. FIND AND SHOW HOMES
  9. MAKE & RECEIVE OFFERS
  10. ACCOUNTABILITY- Check in on Time Blocking
  11. Market Center Topic 
  12. NEGOTIATE WIN-WIN Agreements
  13. BOLD COACHING
  14. FIND SELLER LEADS & ACCOUNTABILITY- Check in on the 4-1-1
  15. YOUR PRE-LISTING PACKET & LISTING CONSULTATION
  16. PRICE RIGHT & PRESENT YOUR CMA
  17. MARKET & SERVICE YOUR LISTINGS
  18. CONTRACT-TO-CLOSE & POST CLOSING SYSTEMS
  19. ACCOUNTABILITY- Check in on YOUR NUMBERS & WHAT'S NEXT 

Daily:  8:00-9:00am Prep for the Day/ Finish Homework

Mondays-Thursdays: 9:00-11:00 Training

Fridays: 9:00-10:00 Training

October 23rd: 8:30-3:30 BOLD 1st Step in Henderson at TiCore Title

October 24th 8:00-9:00 & 9:00-12:00 Training

October 25th No Class

6180 Brent Thurman Way, Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV 89178
Call Nickel to RSVP and reserve your seat or email NickelLowman@kw.com

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Today's Buzzzzzz....The Government Shutdown and its effects....

It is official but the question is how long will it last? Previous shutdowns have lasted anywhere from 1 to 3 days on average, with the longest shutdown taking place back in 1995 for 21 days. And the more important question on your minds, is, how will this affect our business? Do your best to remain optimistic! In the meantime, the processing and underwriting of residential mortgage loans will be impacted in many ways:

Please know that we are doing everything in our power to ensure closings are not affected.

1) IRS tax transcripts must be ordered from the IRS for ALL LOANS.
Usually takes a day or two to get these.
Expect lengthy delays here during the shutdown.

2) Social Security number verification must be ordered from the Social Security Administration for ALL LOANS.
Usually takes a day or two to get these.
Expect lengthy delays here during the shutdown

3) FHA and VA Case numbers must be ordered for these types of loans.
As of today, the online portals were working fine.
We are hearing that if the shutdown goes more than a week that this service could be affected.

4) VA appraisal orders
This is an automated system that should not be affected. Could be if the shutdown goes on for any length of time.

5) VA Certificates of Eligibility
Should not be effected as they are ordered through online portal. Could be if the shutdown goes for any length of time.
If unable to pull through the automated system, expect delays as has to be done manually and agency will be closed.

6) USDA
This is probably the BIGGIE! – The loan file is underwritten completely by the lender and sent to the USDA for a second underwrite and final sign approval. Due to the shutdown, RD is not processing any loan reviews and commitments. Expect delays until RD is back up and running and once they do there will be a back log in processing.

7) Verifications of employment could be delayed for ALL LOANS if your client is a government employee.
Expect delays here during the shutdown as well.

8) Lock Agreements
For borrowers that are currently locked (interest rates) and the closing is delayed, due to any item above, this could become a cost for your client.

9) New purchase contracts
How long do you write an offer? Just something to think about...



A “short” shutdown will create some inconveniences and small delays in the processing, underwriting and closing of loans. However, a longer shutdown will certainly have a serious impact on the process so ALL transactions should be discussed on an individual case basis. Contact your clients and make sure the lender they are working with is keeping you informed of all above.

Is this a reason to close up shop, ABSOLUTELY NOT! Loans will still get done, buyers will still buy real estate and sellers will still sell. This is merely a speed bump on the road to success. Just be mindful of the possible challenges and go out there and get more than your fair share!

Have an amazing rest of the day.

Respectfully,
Grant Hopkins
Sales Manager
Movement Mortgage, LLC
10100 West Charleston Blvd, Suite 160
Las Vegas, NV 89135Main: (702)472-9830

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Market Leader Training- Las Vegas


October 11th

Morning Session (6180 Brent Thurman Way, Las Vegas)
9:00am- 12:00pm Ambassador Training- This is a higher level training geared toward 2-3 ambassadors from each MC (ALC members, technology chair, director of agent services, productivity coaches etc.) Upon completion of this training, the ambassadors will then be able to return to their MC's to teach, and act as conduits of information with Market Leader.


Afternoon Session (6595 High Street, Las Vegas Nevada 89113)
1:00pm -5:00pm Open Forum Training- This is an open training where we encourage all agents looking for help. ALL AGENTS ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!
REGISTER HERE for Market Leader Training NOW



Monday, September 16, 2013

Press Release - Keller Williams Realty Becomes Largest Real Estate Franchise in North America

 
Keller Williams Realty Becomes Largest Real Estate Franchise in North AmericaCompany reports record growth, productivity and profitability gains;
announces expansion into the United Kingdom.
 
AUSTIN, TX (September 16, 2013) - With a net gain of 12,000 associates in the past year, Keller Williams Realty is now the largest real estate franchise in North America. The announcement, based on publicly available agent count data as of September 9, 2013, was made during Keller Williams Realty's Midyear State of the Company presentation. Keller Williams is now home to more than 90,000 associates around the world.
 
"We are not a company of complacency," CEO Mark Willis said. "We have the best business model in the industry and it's leading to increased productivity, profitability and profit sharing that are at all-time highs for our company and unrivaled in our industry."
 
In recent months, Keller Williams Realty has shattered its monthly records for listings taken, contracts written, commissions earned, owner profit and profit share: Read More here:
 

Friday, September 13, 2013

BOLD Coaching

Are you ready to take your real estate career to it's next level? Check out BOLD Coaching and see what's next for you... Click here for more info and to register.

October 23rd 8:30-3:30
TiCor Title
2230 Corporate Circle Suite 220
Henderson, NV 89074
 
At this FREE event you will leave with proven sales techniques that you will implement the very same day! You will leave with referrals in hand and a greater ability to influence those you come in contact with. This program is designed to get you thinking differently. The bigger you think the more money you earn! You owe it to yourself to attend. It could virtually change the way you approach your real estate career and life.

BOLD facts:
 
  • Year to date the average contracts per agent during BOLD is 14.66 contracts in 7 weeks
  • Nationwide, BOLD increased production volume of attendees by 154% over 2011 production numbers
  • Attendees with 4 – 6 years of experience in the business had 48% more written units, 21% more sold units, and 19% more GCI than those with 4 – 6 years of experience who did not attend BOLD
  • Attendees with 7 – 10 years of experience in the business had 103% more written units, 49% more sold units, and 30% more GCI, than those with 7 – 10 years of experience who did not attend BOLD. Thus BOLD is even more impactful for more experienced associates

Top Realtors

Keller Williams Realty Southwest Las Vegas
Celebrates it's
Top Reals Estate Achievers- August 2013



Top 5 Agents:
1. Ally Moore
2. Ada Liu
3. Yvonne Rogari
4. Sonya Epstein
5. Kent Volmer

Top 5 Teams:
1. Sodi-Knight Group
2. Lindstrom and Associates
3. Brownell Team
4. May Team
5. Dominguez-Martin Team

Way to go KW partners!

Thursday, September 12, 2013

Real Estate School

OBTAIN YOUR NEVADA REAL ESTATE LICENSE!
Keller Williams Realty Southwest, in Las Vegas, in conjunction with KAPLAN Real Estate Education is pleased to offer our On- Demand, Pre-licensing study program in our Live Guided learning center.
Your enrollment includes the mandatory pre-licensing 90 hour course materials required to take the National PSI Exam in the certified testing center here in Las Vegas. 
Your enrollment includes:
·         On Demand Review
·         On Demand Exam Prep
·         On Demand Drill and Practice Question Bank
·         Terms and Definitions
·         Nevada Principles Textbook with On line Exam
·         Experienced guide who monitors, and directs classroom discussion
 
TUITION: $349 plus shipping and tax ($299.00 plus shipping and tax for materials + $50 for in office guided training)
CREDIT HOURS: 90 (As required by Nevada Real Estate Division-30 Hours in the classroom).
Call 702-347-5720 Now or Register Online by clicking here 
Keller Williams Realty Southwest
6180 Brent Thurman Way, Ste 100
Las Vegas, NV 89148
Call today to enroll! 702-347-5730

Enroll Now:
  • September 16th-26th Monday-Thursday from 1:00-5:00 OR
  • October 14th-24th Monday-Thursday from 1:00-5:00 OR
  • November 4th-14th Monday-Thursday from 1:00-5:00 OR
  • December 2nd-12th Monday-Thursday from 1:00-5:00.

For more information on 'earning back your investment' through joining our Keller Williams Realty Southwest office to build YOUR real estate business... please schedule yourself to attend our informational meeting the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 4:00-5:00 at the above address, this will give you the full scope of your business opportunity.

Mega Recruit-Select, Action Training, Leadership & Motivation

Are you ready to expand your real estate business? We can help you with that.

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

KWRS Julie Brown invites you to IGNITE!




Dates:  October 7th- November 1st

Daily:  8:00-9:00am Prep for the Day/ Finish Homework

Mondays-Thursdays: 9:00-11:00 Training

Fridays: 9:00-10:00 Training

October 23rd: 8:30-3:30 BOLD 1st Step in Henderson at TiCore Title

October 24th 8:00-9:00 & 9:00-12:00 Training

October 25th No Class