Keller Williams Realty Franchise News

National employee survey ranks Keller Williams offices as one of nation's best workplaces.
Austin, TX (PRWEB) May 18, 2012 - Keller Williams Realty, Inc. announced this week it has been recognized as one of America’s Top 10 Workplaces, according to the first annual National Top Workplaces list compiled by Workplace Dynamics.
“Our culture is our strongest asset and the reason that so many people want to be with us,” Mary Tennant, COO of Keller Williams Realty shares. “Imagine what it would be like to work in a culture every day with people that you feel love, kindness, caring and humor with. Imagine working in an environment where there is a passion for every single person to succeed at the highest level...

AUSTIN, TEXAS (May 14, 2012) — Keller Williams Realty’s brokerages have, once again, dominated the newly released REAL Trends 500, an annual industry ranking published by REAL Trends, Inc., a leading source of analysis and information on the residential brokerage and housing industry.
On the REAL Trends 500 report, Keller Williams brokerages represented 23 percent (116 offices) of the top 500 brokerages ranked by closed transactions and 24 percent (119 offices) of the top 500 brokerages ranked by closed volume. The number of KW brokers ranked on the list far surpassed all other major franchise players.
Mark Willis, CEO of Keller Williams Realty, Inc., stated: “These results are proof that our people and their businesses are thriving...

AUSTIN, Texas - (BUSINESS WIRE) - This Thursday, May 10, more than 700 communities across North America will receive a helping hand from Keller Williams Realty agents participating in the company’s 4th annual RED Day. Since the first RED Day in 2009, Keller Williams associates have given almost a half million hours of community service.
“Our associates have embraced the opportunity to give back in such an inspiring way–we feel so fortunate to be in business with such an amazing group of people,” said Mark Willis, CEO of Keller Williams Realty, Inc.
On the company’s Facebook page, many Keller Williams offices have shared their plans for RED Day. Six offices in the Baltimore, Md. area will come together to make-over two inner city schools and host field days for more than 700 kids while raising funds for the Open Door Ministries organization...

CEO of the third largest real estate company in the United States to address top-producing agents at 1st annual industry event.
Austin, TX (PRWEB) May 01, 2012 - Alex Charfen, CEO of the Charfen Institute, announced today that the company’s lineup of speakers for its July 15-18, 2012, Breakthrough Conference in Las Vegas will include Mark Willis, chief executive officer of Keller Williams Realty, Inc.
In its inaugural year, Charfen Institute’s Breakthrough Conference presents an unprecedented networking and production-boosting opportunity for real estate agents. For the first time ever, it will bring together STAR POWER® Stars, Certified Distressed Property Experts® (CDPE), Certified Investor Agent Specialists® (CIAS), and other real estate professionals, all of whom are among the top-producing agents in the industry and on the front lines of the housing market recovery...

Top Raleigh Real Estate Firm Recently Honored at Keller Williams Annual Family Reunion Event
Raleigh, NC, April 27, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Rachel Kendall, broker and team leader of The Rachel Kendall Team of Keller Williams Realty (http://www.rachelkendall.com), a full-service real estate firm, has announced that the firm ranked fifth in the Carolinas Region at the Keller Williams Realty Family Reunion held at the Orlando Convention Center in Florida. The awards ceremony took place among more than 6,000 Keller Williams Realty professionals and affiliates in attendance at the event. Attendees had the opportunity to perform invaluable networking and to learn about the latest in real estate training techniques and trends, as well as to showcase the leading talent of Keller Williams’ most successful companies within each market...

Technology Team Unites at Keller Williams Realty Peachtree Road
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 03, 2012 - J.D. Kellum + Associates of Keller Williams Realty announced today that top-ranked Atlanta real estate websites http://www.LuxuryBuckhead.com, http://www.HomesInMidtown.com and http://www.HomesVirginiaHighland.com have joined forces in tandem with the combined group’s move to Keller Williams Realty Peachtree Road. Founded in 2005, J.D. Kellum + Associates has been among the top real estate producers in the Intown Atlanta market and was named #1 Individual Agent for 2010 and 2011 at Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Midtown.
“We are thrilled to be a part of a merger that brings together three of Atlanta’s most searched real estate web engines to provide buyers the best Intown home search available," said J...

HOUSTON, Feb. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan today announced its corporate office relocation plans for its Houston operation to 5050 Westheimer Road.
Black Forest Ventures' 5050 Westheimer Road property is among the unique blend of prestigious business addresses that dominates the Galleria district in Uptown Houston. More than 300 real estate agents will be based in this new location, which will also serve as a training facility. The move is expected by June 2012.
"As an educationally based, technology enhanced real estate company we were looking for a facility that provided an upscale, sophisticated atmosphere with superior training space to promote the growth and learning environment for our agents, said Bruce Kink, CEO / Team Leader for the Metropolitan...

February 13, 2012 // Franchising.com // AUSTIN, TX - Keller Williams Realty, Inc., the second largest real estate franchise in the United States, announced today that despite the continued downturn in the real estate market, the company continued to move forward in productivity, profitability and profit share in 2011.
At the company’s annual convention, Family Reunion, CEO Mark Willis delivered his annual State of the Company speech in which he shared several key success indicators. More than 9,000 KW associates are in attendance for the event, currently being held in Orlando, Fla.
According to Willis, Keller Williams Realty’s per agent productivity (in units closed) increased year over year, by 19 percent. The average gross commissions earned per agent also increased by more than 16 percent...

Newly Remodeled Englewood, Florida, Office Awarded Franchise as a Keller Williams Market Center
Englewood, FL, January 22, 2012 --(PR.com)-- The Keller Williams Realty Englewood Office, formerly a branch of Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch, has been awarded a Keller Williams franchise.
The new Market Center is located at 3155 S. Access Road near State Road 776 and Gulfstream Boulevard. Newly remodeled, the 37-agent office has more than 4,000 square feet of office space, including a full training facility.
“With the real estate market beginning to stabilize, we are grateful for the success of the group of Keller Williams professionals in the Englewood area,” said Paul Cornuke, Broker and Operating Principal...

McDonough, GA, January 12, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Brianne Drake, a real estate sales professional in Stockbridge, GA has joined the Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners Market Center. Originally from BHGRE Metro Brokers, Brianne has over 13 years of real estate experience. She offers specialized highly individualized customer service. She has unsurpassed experience and knowledge in the Metro Atlanta real estate market. Brianne is experienced, committed, knowledgeable and professional. Through the strength of Keller Williams® Realty Atlanta Partners she is able to offer premier service to all her clients. Being affiliated with Keller Williams® Realty, Inc., a real estate franchise company with more than 80,000 real estate agents, operating in approximately 690 market centers across the United States and Canada is also an advantage...

New book focuses on home for a healthy, money-smart and sustainable lifestyle
November 17, 2011 // Franchising.com // AUSTIN, TEXAS - Keller Williams Realty, Inc. announced that it has published Green Your Home, a book for green-conscious home buyers and homeowners. Serving as an easy guide to make the greenest impact, Green Your Home provides tips drawn from the collective experience of home buyers and homeowners, sustainability experts and thousands of top real estate professionals.
“Green Your Home is unique because it focuses on the grassroots level where we can make the greenest impact—at home," said Gary Keller, co-founder and chairman of the board for Keller Williams Realty. “Since the housing and building industries account for nearly 40 percent of the world’s energy and raw material consumption—we realized that this is a smart place to begin...

Sarasota, Florida Agent Receives Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) Designation
Sarasota, FL, November 03, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Mary Mastro, a Real Estate Consultant with Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch, has received the Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation from the SRES Council.
The SRES designation signifies that Mastro has the knowledge and expertise to counsel clients age 50+ through the major financial and lifestyle transitions involved in relocating, refinancing or selling the family home. "I believe that by furthering my education in order to be of service to more people, I am living my motto of Realty Built on Trust," said Mastro.
Mastro is active in the Keller Williams Agent Leadership Council (ALC) and KW Cares and is secretary for the Women's Council of Realtors, Sarasota Chapter...

Former Architect and Contractor Offers Clients a Special Skill Set.
Sarasota, FL, November 03, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Roy Witte, formerly of Century 21 Aces in Bradenton, has joined Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch. A former architect and residential contractor, Witte offers his clients the benefit of his special skill set and product knowledge.
“I joined Keller Williams Realty because it has the best training program in the business,” said Witte, “not to mention all the agents who share ways to help you develop your business and become more successful.”
Witte obtained his bachelor’s degree in architecture from the University of Florida, graduating with honors. He has more than 26 years of experience as a project manager for some of the leading architectural firms in South Florida...

Former Attorney is Uniquely Qualified to Guide Residential Real Estate Clients
Sarasota, FL, October 30, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Donald McGayhey, formerly of Sarasota Premier Properties Inc., has joined Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch. Previously a real estate attorney in New York for 20 years, McGayhey is uniquely qualified to guide residential real estate clients from contract negotiation through closing.
McGayhey earned his bachelor’s degree from Southampton College of Long Island University, and obtained his law degree from the University of Richmond School of Law. Originally from Long Island, he moved to Florida in 2006 and has been involved in local real estate for three years.
"We are delighted to have Don join our team,” said Kevin Cahill, CEO/Team Leader of Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch...

Keller Williams® Realty Inc. announced today that top-ranked RE/MAX Homestead Realty of Idaho Falls is merging with Keller Williams Winstar, launching the Keller Williams Realty East Idaho market center.
Austin, TX, October 05, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Keller Williams® Realty Inc. announced today that top-ranked RE/MAX Homestead Realty of Idaho Falls is merging with Keller Williams Winstar, launching the Keller Williams Realty East Idaho market center. Open since 1983, RE/MAX Homestead Realty was one of the top RE/MAX offices in the Pacific Northwest region and was named the RE/MAX 2010 Office of the Year for the Pacific Northwest.
"We are thrilled to be a part of a merger that is bringing together two of Idaho Fall's biggest and brightest real estate players," said Jim Windmiller, operating principal and co-owner at Keller Williams Realty East Idaho...

Sarasota, Florida Agent Advises Home Sellers to Sell Now Before the Wave of New Foreclosures
Lakewood Ranch, FL, September 30, 2011 --(PR.com)-- More than 1.2 million bank-owned properties are expected to be released into the market next year, according to the REO Forecast and Housing Recovery Update conference attended by Robin Jones, a Real Estate Owned (REO) specialist with Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch.
Held recently in Miami Lakes, the conference featured a panel of experts representing Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac/HomeSteps, Wells Fargo, Chase and Bank of America. Sponsored by the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals, South Florida Chapter, the conference focused on the state of the REO market over the next three to 36 months...

Sarasota, Florida Native Joins Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch
Lakewood Ranch, FL, September 22, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Sarasota native Jennifer LaGasse Flanders has joined Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch. Formerly of Prudential Palms Realty, Flanders helped her husband manage the 10-year-old Flanders Gas business before turning her extensive local knowledge to the real estate profession.
"Right off the bat, I knew that I would like it at Keller Williams Realty," Flanders said. "Keller Williams Realty has a lot to offer its agents in terms of training, education and support, and the management and staff are very friendly and helpful."
″Jennifer brings great market knowledge and a fresh approach to marketing which is an asset to her clients and the Keller Williams team," said CEO/Team Leader Kevin Cahill...

Keller William Realty's Proprietary Platform Named the Real Estate Industry's Most Innovative Web Service of 2011 by Inman News
Lakewood Ranch, FL, September 22, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Keller William Realty's proprietary lead-to-close business platform, eEdge, has been named the real estate industry's Most Innovative Web Service of 2011 by Inman News. The award was announced recently during the Inman Connect event in San Francisco, Calif.
Launched in February, eEdge is an agent platform that includes lead management, contact management, a marketing library and a paperless transaction system. Keller Williams Realty joined forces with Market Leader and DotLoop to build and launch the service.
"We are thrilled that Keller Williams Realty has received such a prestigious award from Inman News," said Kevin Cahill, CEO/Team Leader of Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch...

Top Realtor Joins Keller Williams Realty in Englewood, Florida Englewood, FL, August 25, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Top real estate agent Missie Jo Turner has joined Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch in the Englewood, Florida, office. Formerly of Michael Saunders & Co., Turner will continue to serve residential real estate buyers and sellers with all types of properties from golf course, beach and Myakka River properties to rural acreage.

Born in Venice, Florida, Turner had a background in service and management before turning her extensive area knowledge and business expertise to the real estate profession in 2003. She quickly became a top producer through personal referrals and repeat business.

"Missie Jo has the same mindset as Keller Williams Realty regarding growth and an ethical approach to the real estate business," said Margaret Schaad, Team Leader/Business Coach of the Englewood office...

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--eEdge, Keller Williams Realty's proprietary lead-to-close business solution has been recognized by Inman News as the real estate industry's Most Innovative Web Service of 2011. The award was announced last week during Inman News' annual Inman Connect event in San Francisco, Calif.

"We are thrilled to have received such a prestigious award from Inman News," said Mary Tennant, president and COO of Keller Williams Realty, Inc. "The truth is that the true innovators are our agents. They conceived of this product and continue to drive us to improve it every day. They earned this honor and we want to congratulate them!"

The company partnered with industry-leading technology companies, Market Leader (NASDAQ: LEDR) and DotLoop to provide the components of eEdge...