“The RE/MAX Collection” Unveils Stand-Alone Luxury Website

May 15, 2013 by · Comments

TRC homepageBeginning today, buyers and sellers will enjoy a new experience on the elite luxury resource website, TheREMAXCollection.com. Marked by its distinctive onyx and silver logo, the newly constructed site features high-end U.S. listings with a clean, simple design.

More than just a new look, the stand-alone site focuses on home buyers and seller’s discerning needs – simple search functions, breathtaking photography and easy navigation.

“The unparalleled tools and resources available to our clients confirms our dedication to customer service and allows for an exclusive experience,” said Mike Reagan, Senior Vice President, RE/MAX Business Alliances. “Visitors to The RE/MAX Collection website can easily find local RE/MAX agents who have the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist training, as well as fine homes and luxury properties.”

The RE/MAX Collection is a unique marketing program for luxury homes, created to appeal to home buyers and sellers as they navigate the high-end property market.  The program also provides RE/MAX luxury specialists with exclusive training and marketing tools that allow them to deliver premier service to their clients.

“Properties that qualify based on price point for TheREMAXCollection.com website are also featured on remax.com, offering exposure on two high traffic web platforms,” comments Vice President of RE/MAX North Central Promotions, Elizabeth Kuhn. “The more exposure we can offer our agents’ luxury listings, the better.”

For more information about The RE/MAX Collection, please visit www.theremaxcollection.com.

 

 

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RE/MAX Marks 40 Years of Real Estate History

January 30, 2013 by · Comments

REMAX_40year_2Col_logoGlobal Real Estate Leader Celebrates Anniversary with More Success

RE/MAX LLC is marking its 40th year by celebrating extraordinary growth and success at a time when the recovery in the nation’s housing market is gaining momentum. As the real estate industry overcomes market challenges, RE/MAX continues as a leader in market share, agent productivity and international expansion. Co-founded by Dave and Gail Liniger on January 30, 1973, the company has attained countless achievements throughout four decades.

“This company was built on the strength of individual entrepreneurship and innovation. Gail and I recognized in the beginning that we would succeed only if our agents succeeded,” said Dave Liniger, RE/MAX Co-Founder and Chairman.  “So much has changed in 40 years, but what hasn’t changed is our commitment to customer service and our dedication to supporting our agents and offices.”

RE/MAX was born in a single brokerage office in Denver, based on an innovative agent-centric philosophy that attracted the industry’s top performers.

RE/MAX achieved number one market share in Canada in 1987.  A decade later RE/MAX sold more real estate than any competitor in the United States, and has held number one market share in both countries every year since.

With a strong emphasis on improvement through education, the revolutionary RE/MAX Satellite Network broadcast to offices across America in 1994 with a new standard of agent training.  RE/MAX is also the long-time industry leader in national TV advertising and website visits.

“RE/MAX is a true American success story.  Everyone involved at the beginning came from modest backgrounds, and we just worked really hard to make our dream a reality,”added Gail Liniger, RE/MAX Co-Founder and Vice Chairman.

In 2012, RE/MAX continued to grow around the world, adding 739 new franchises and six new countries, including mainland China. RE/MAX now has a presence in more than 85 countries, a number greater than all of its competitors.

Florida led RE/MAX growth in the U.S. with 35 new franchises.  California added 33.  Internationally, the number of new franchises in South Africa, the fastest growing country, was up 88% over 2011, and Turkey increased by 68%.

Also in 2012, for the 10th time in 14 years, RE/MAX, LLC was recognized as the highest ranking real estate company in Entrepreneur magazine’s 34th annual “Franchise 500.”   RE/MAX also earned the #1 real estate ranking in the Top 200 survey as published in the October 2012 edition of Franchise Times magazine.  And, RE/MAX was named one of the “Top 50 Franchises for Minorities” by the National Minority Franchising Initiative through the World Franchising Network.

Other prominent achievements in 2012:

  • Dave Liniger was named by Inman News as the “People’s Choice” Most Influential Real Estate Leader, with a record number of votes.
  • RE/MAX agents continued to be the most productive in industry surveys. Both the 2012 REAL Trends 500 and the RIS Media Power Broker surveys showed RE/MAX agents the clear leaders with respect to agent productivity among the national franchise companies.
  • RE/MAX launched the new remax.com, becoming the first real estate franchisor to provide consumers with a personal, consistent web experience across desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
  • The “What Moves You” social media contest attracted thousands of consumers to share their personal stories online and vote for the winner of the $10,000 grand prize.  Monica May of St. Louis, Missouri won for the inspiring story of her young granddaughter Sophie’s battle with cancer.
  • A redesigned RE/MAX University launched a revolutionary learning platform that promises to set the standard for the real estate industry.  The new platform is a full-fledged, interactive learning experience that RE/MAX Associates can tailor exactly to their needs.

On Wednesday, January 30, RE/MAX employees and guests will mark the 40th anniversary with a special event at the Headquarters building, located at 5075 South Syracuse in Denver.  And, beginning on February 25, thousands of RE/MAX affiliates from around the world will gather at The MGM Grand Hotel and Casino for the annual RE/MAX R4 convention.

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RE/MAX Ranks Number One in Real Estate

January 9, 2013 by · Comments

ATC_BalloonPrestigious National Survey Recognizes Top Franchises

For the 10th time in 14 years, global real estate franchisor RE/MAX, LLC has been recognized as the highest ranking real estate company in Entrepreneur magazine’s 34th annual “Franchise 500.”   RE/MAX has now earned the year’s number one ranking in the industry’s two most respected franchise surveys.  With an increasing agent count and a recent expansion to 5 countries including China, RE/MAX continues to grow, with an unequaled presence in more than 85 counties around the world.

“Being recognized as the number one real estate franchise is a great honor, especially now as consumers are regaining confidence in a recovering housing market,” said Margaret Kelly, RE/MAX CEO. “Our agents and offices are the industry’s most productive performers and that’s why a RE/MAX franchise has so much value.”

Also listed in the Franchise 500® were respected firms like McDonald’s, 7-11, Pizza Hut and Intercontinental Hotels.  All companies in the Entrepreneur ranking are evaluated by the same criteria, including financial strength and stability, size, growth rate, startup costs and financing options. An independent CPA firm analyzes the financial data and assigns a cumulative score.  The Franchise 500 is the oldest survey of its kind and considered among the most prestigious franchise rankings in the world.

RE/MAX also earned the #1 real estate ranking in the Top 200 survey as published in the October edition of Franchise Times magazine.  The 2012 survey marked the 4th year in a row RE/MAX has held the top position.  RE/MAX was named one of the “Top 50 Franchises for Minorities” by the National Minority Franchising Initiative through the World Franchising Network.  The sixth annual survey in 2012 judged franchisors on their commitment to the recruitment, inclusion and ongoing support of minorities.

“We’re fortunate to have the very best brokers and agents in the business and proud to provide them with innovative tools that make the home buying and selling process more efficient,” added Kelly.

As part of the RE/MAX system, franchisees have access to extensive training from the award-winning, on-demand RE/MAX University, as well as technology tools and resources like the RE/MAX Mobile Suite, RE/MAX LeadStreet® and the online customizable marketing toolkit, Design Center.

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RE/MAX Associate Overjoyed with Support!

September 22, 2012 by · Comments

Mara Mayberry of RE/MAX Results in Woodbury, MN is busy counting.  Not her commissions or transactions – but her blessings.

Mara is a seven year cancer survivor.  In fact, when she started with RE/MAX Results in 2005 she was bald and in a baseball cap, going through treatments.  That same year she became involved with the American Cancer Society, walking the Survivor Lap of the Hudson, WI Relay For Life.

Since then she’s dedicated herself heavily to the American Cancer Society, creating a team for the Woodbury Relay For Life event in 2006, and joining the planning committee in 2007.  2012 has been Mara’s biggest year yet.  Mara was Chair of the 2012 Relay For Life in South Washington County and helped raise $277,832 – a $7,832 surplus of their initial goal of $270,000!

Mara says there were 119 registered teams and more than 1,200 participants, including some of her RE/MAX Results colleagues.   “14 agents from the Woodbury RE/MAX Results office generously and graciously helped in Relay For Life’s fundraising efforts.  Between April and August they donated either a percent of their commissions or a flat rate, raising $5,715.”

But truth be told, RE/MAX Results actually helped raise $11,430 for Relay for Life. “When Marshall Saunders (RE/MAX Results’ Broker/Owner) found out about my involvement in Relay For Life, he approached me about becoming a sponsor and set up a matching goal, donating an additional $5,715.”

Mara says while exceeding their financial goal was quite rewarding, it’s the relay event itself that gets her every time. “It’s very empowering and comforting for a survivor like me to participate.  There were more than four thousand people at this year’s South Washington County Relay For Life, and they’re all there reflecting on those we’ve lost to cancer, those going through it, and celebrating those who have overcome cancer.  It’s tremendous.”

If you’d like to help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays, contact Mara at Mara.mayberry@results.net or 651-343-0216.

Or click here for more information: http://www.relayforlife.org/

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Rest Well After the RE/MAX Fall Forum

September 20, 2012 by · Comments

RE/MAX North Central does an outstanding job of putting on great events for you, our agents.  I know this because I’m on the team that helps put them together.  So…I might be a little biased.  But whatever.  The point is we have another great event for you right around the corner….

The RE/MAX Fall Forum will take place:

Tuesday, October 23rd
Milwaukee Theatre
Milwaukee, WI

Wednesday, October 24th
Ordway Theatre
St. Paul, MN

And because the day is jam-packed with goodness for you (four outstanding speakers, food trucks, CMN raffle, etc. etc. etc.) you might want to take advantage of the great hotel deals we’ve also lined up for you so you can rest your head and feet after a full day at the Fall Forum!

In Wisconsin, we have arranged a discounted rate of $129 (plus tax), with complimentary internet, at the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, located at 333 W. Kilbourn Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203.  To receive the discounted rate, call Hyatt reservations at 414-276-1234 and ask for the RE/MAX rate.

In Minnesota, we have arranged a discounted rate of $159 (plus tax) at the Saint Paul Hotel, located at 350 Market Street, St. Paul, MN 55102.  To receive the discounted rate, call reservations at 800-292-9292 and ask for the RE/MAX rate.

Easy as pie – the only clincher is you need to make your reservations BEFORE NEXT TUESDAY, October 2nd.  That’s our discount deadline and our magical rates will turn back into pumpkins at midnight.

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RE/MAX Realtor Adds Drama and Finds Business!

September 19, 2012 by · Comments

Amy Jurek, RE/MAX sales associate with RE/MAX Advantage Plus in Savage, MN, is no stranger to the world of TV.  In fact, you can see her in action in on Monday, September 24th at 9:00pm in a new episode of House Hunters.

Since 2006, Amy has appeared in a total of ten HGTV programs, including House Hunters and My House is Worth What?.  She says it began simply enough with an audition tape, some good stories, and fun clients.  “Everyone has a real estate story and showcasing my clients’ experiences on national television is a blast”

In the next episode of House Hunters, Amy and her first-time home-buyer clients will be followed around Minneapolis as they check out three different condos for sale in Whittier Park, Northeast Minneapolis and Elliot Park.

Amy says while the TV experience is fun, it’s slightly different than the real experience.  “They take what I do every day as a Realtor and add a little drama to it.”

But the experiences have paid off.  Amy says she’s had new clients reach out to her after seeing her shows air on TV.  It’s also opened the doors to her corporate relocation business.  “They can see me and get a feel for my personality without actually meeting me. And I think that helps them to feel more confident in me as a business partner.”

If you’d like to see Amy in action, check her out Monday, September 24th at 9:00pm on HGTV’s House Hunters.

 

For more information on Amy and her real estate business, visit her at: www.MnRealEstateDirect.com and www.facebook.com/TwinCityRealtor

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Welcome New RE/MAX Associates

September 18, 2012 by · Comments

Just as we are getting ready to kick off a RE/MAX & You session (a great RE/MAX North Central overview for all of our new RE/MAX associates) we are pleased to welcome aboard another group of RE/MAX newcomers!  Please help us welcome:

Maria Baltierra – RE/MAX Advantage Plus – Minnetonka, MN

Tara Brady – RE/MAX Advantage Plus – Savage, MN

Denise Browner – RE/MAX Synergy – New Brighton, MN

Melissa Grant – RE/MAX Advantage Plus – Savage, MN

Jon Jondahl – RE/MAX Results – Anoka, MN

Welcome to the region everyone!

 

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Happy Anniversary!

August 30, 2012 by · Comments

RE/MAX North Central would like to wish the following associates very happy RE/MAX anniversaries.  We thank you for your dedication and service to the RE/MAX organization!  Here’s to many more years to come!

Celebrating 25 years:

Scott Carlston – RE/MAX Results

Celebrating 20 years:

Barbara Fagerland – RE/MAX Realty 100

William Fagerland – RE/MAX Realty 100

Margaret Jacobson – RE/MAX Elite

Celebrating 15 years:

Daneese  Acton – RE/MAX 1

Charles Brooks – RE/MAX Results

Jennifer Schuster – RE/MAX Realty Center

Celebrating 10 years:

Scott Adamek – RE/MAX Dynamic Associates

Mark Bloomberg – RE/MAX Results

Sara Hughes – RE/MAX Results

Erik Johnson – RE/MAX First

Erin Johnson – RE/MAX Reliance

Walter Juras – RE/MAX North Country

Lynn Pilsner – RE/MAX Preferred

Kevin Smith – RE/MAX Results

Celebrating 5 years:

Katie Colucci – RE/MAX Advantage Plus

Lori Determan – RE/MAX Advantage Plus

Jeffrey Engel – RE/MAX North Winds Realty

Lidia Fons – RE/MAX Realty 100

John Gabbey – RE/MAX 24/7 Real Estate

Yvonne Hanson – RE/MAX Results

Sherry Mathiowetz – RE/MAX Neighbors

Carey Maurer – RE/MAX 24/7 Real Estate

Scott Maurer – RE/MAX 24/7 Real Estate

Erin Rautmann – RE/MAX Specialists

Melissa Willenbring – RE/MAX Results

Happy Anniversary!

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Learn the Secrets to Living a Longer & Happier Life

August 29, 2012 by · Comments

If you lived to be 102 do you think you’d take a daily walk around the block?  Or if you were 94 would you still be out showing homes?

Dan Buettner is an explorer, researcher and author who has met a 102-year-old Sardinian who hikes six miles a day, as well as a 94-year-old Costa Rican farmer.   Dan’s interest in their age and lifestyle lead to years of travel and research and ultimately the discovery of the Blue Zones: places where higher percentages of people enjoy remarkably long, full lives.  He shares his knowledge in two best-selling books:  The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who’ve Lived the Longest and Thrive: Finding Happiness the Blue Zones Way.

By attending this year’s Fall Forum on October 23rd in Milwaukee, WI and October 24th in St. Paul, MN, you’ll have the opportunity to hear Dan speak about his travels and research as well as learn the secrets of the Blue Zones he’s uncovered.  Secrets that might inspire change and add years to your own life.

Do NOT miss this opportunity!  Click here to learn more about Dan Buettner and to register for the RE/MAX Fall Forum. 

 

 

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Welcome New RE/MAX Associate

August 28, 2012 by · Comments

RE/MAX North Central would like to welcome David Walker to the region.  David has joined RE/MAX Integrity in Annandale, MN as their newest associate.  Welcome to the RE/MAX family, David.  We look forward to working with you!

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