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How will you get me off to a fast start and
fast success? |
We use our own one of a kind one-on-one
training and consulting program that begins, as soon as
you join. (top)
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What is the "overall" system to help get me
successful? |
Our unique training and consulting
program is made up of several "components" and
incorporates strategies and tactics needed for effective
business networking, web marketing, and print.
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Is there a sign-up orientation? |
If you are currently with another
brokerage, once that broker sends us your license we
arrange a sign-up orientation with you at a place that is
convenient for you.
If you recently passed the NJ State exam
for real estate then you are ready to meet with us as
well. We gladly meet with you at a time and place
convenient for you. Your orientation will take place then.
(Be sure to bring all your requisite paperwork).
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Do you have a business plan that I can
follow? |
If we gave you a business plan "to
follow" we'd be just like other brokerages having every
agent to do the exact same things. By helping you with a
customized business plan truly made for you, by you, we
both know that your strengths, weakness and resources will
be properly allocated. It is much easier to commit to a
business plan and goals, if they've got your "buy in".
Once you've committed to your plan, success is almost
immediate. (top)
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Are the office systems easy for me to use? |
The office systems are very easy to use
and are web based. If you have access to a computer and
the internet and know how to turn on the computer...
you'll be able to use our systems.
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Do I have a schedule I have to follow? |
Each agent works a schedule that best
fits his or her lifestyle.
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Do I get a coach to work with? Is their a
fee for that mentoring? |
We call our mentors and coaches
"Business consultants". We treat each and every agent as
if they are an executive of their own Fortune 500 Company
and we, as their consultant assist them in achieving their
goals. There is no fee for this service. This service
typically includes in person, telephonic, and email
consulting methodologies.
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What is your business Mission Statement, and
how do your agents fit in to that? |
You can see what we're all about on the
About Us
page of this website for our Vision, Mission Statement,
Corporate Values, and more.
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What systems do you have for training
agents? |
We believe we've taken the best
information from the best commercial real estate agent
training systems available at this time. Agents from other
agencies that have joined our firm have reaffirmed that
while some of our materials overlap what they've seen
elsewhere, the majority of our training is "higher level"
and intended for a more creative and more sophisticated
person then the programs offered elsewhere.
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What are your success statistics? |
We have found that our agents are more
successful then when they were with the other "traditional
big box" companies. The fact is 90% of our agents came
from those other companies and were total frustrated with
how they operate. Don't believe that?... Check out our
Agent
Testimonials or ask us for references.
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How much emphasis does your company place
on agent education and training? |
We believe education and training is
critical. And we certainly support our agents getting
certifications.
That said have you ever known a PhD or an attorney that
couldn't make a living? The same is true in real estate.
You can know everything there is to know about real estate
but if you can't get customers... you'll starve.
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Is their training for new and transferring
agents? Are they different? |
Our training for new and transferring
agents is different. In additional both modules vary as to
the needs of the individual agent. By now, you the reader
should understand that everything we do is customized to
the individual agent and their individual needs.
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What are the goals and objectives of the
agent training? |
The primary goal and objective is to
make you self-sufficient and successful. Just as the old
proverb says: If you give a man a fish, he eats for a day.
Teach a man to fish, he eats for a lifetime.
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What is required of me as a new agent of
your agency? |
We require all agents to follow our
model of operation which first and foremost requires every
agent to work in a legal, ethical, and morally correct
manor. (top)
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often is training offered? |
Training is offered 24/7 since we have
thousand of training documents on our "intra-net" group
system and hundreds of other programs available from the
library, for at home study.
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How qualified are your trainers? |
Our trainers consist of Peter Manfredo
and Richard Rosenblum who brings 20+ years of real estate
and direct marketing knowledge. As a real estate broker.
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Is their training for the use of
technology? |
Yes.
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How is your program different from other
companies offer? |
Our offerings are truly customized for
each individual agents needs.
The best example of how we're different is compare a
hamburger from McDonalds to a hamburger at "Joes Pub and
Grill". McDonalds is the biggest hamburger store in the
world Right? We both agree.
But, go to Joes Pub for a hamburger and you'll get a
larger, fresh ground angus beef burger and Joe will ask if
you want onions (raw, sautéed, fried) ?What type of cheese
(American, Cheddar, Swiss)? what type of bun, Sesame seed
bun, Fresh made Portuguese Roll, or on a Keiser roll? You
see... bigger is not better! We measure our success by how
much more money we can MAKE YOU!
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Will you be opening additional offices in
my state or in other states? |
We only plan one office in your state
but we will be adding states in addition to our current
states served NY, NJ, PA and DE.
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What geographic areas do your offices
cover? |
NJ we cover all NJ
PA covers Bucks county and south to DE
DE statewide
NY various pockets. (top)
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Will I get an assigned desk? |
No. The office is set up as an office
"on the go" used more frequently as a "pit stop" then a
work station. Remember you can't sell anything to a desk!
So, we'll give you a "virtual" desks right at your current
computer. (top)
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You're less
well-known than other national companies, so how do you
compete with the better-known firms? |
Keep in mind that in the end,
the client is more interested in using the agent they are
more comfortable with, and does not really care about the
franchise name.
Our dedicated agents and high quality service provide
elements much more important than yard signs and
advertising materials. High quality, dedicated agents are
able to quickly create a high level of awareness and
familiarity in any community. And of course repeat and
referral business is always the best type.
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How can you
offer your program for such low fees? |
Our overall business model,
similar to the 100% commission concept started over "30
years ago", allows for the payment of a very small fee
from a large number of agents. And, it's that idea that
provides us with the solid income and agent base we have
today.
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My name and
reputation are well known in my home town. Why should I
change firms now? |
Imagine this rewarding
combination; your efforts and your names value, earning
more commission, and you getting to keep it!
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Do your
agents only handle residential property? |
Our commercial real estate
business is rapidly growing. We attract successful agents
from all aspects of the real estate profession, including
commercial, residential and relocation.
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Why should I
pay you for an administrative fee to you when I can hang my
license with a larger firm? |
The big name real estate
firms are really no more than overpriced show pieces that make the
owners rich. Our program is truly different. As an innovator of the
AFFORDABLE 100% commission office concept, we offer unparalleled resources
and value for our agents. We are "cooperative" like in nature, and keep
costs low and commissions high.
Most people don’t realize that the company
Chief Executive Officer also spends his days in NJ, doing the day to day
duties of a typical agent just like any other agent. What’s even more
unique in that its broker/owners enjoy an unusual camaraderie not found at
other real estate organizations. Please, feel free to ask our existing
agents about any of these claims.
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What is
your average price range? |
Price ranges vary from agent to agent and geographic area
to geographic area, Annually we sell luxury homes and
estates worth multi-millions down to starter homes under
$100,000 with the bulk of our transactions ranging between
$350,000 and $750,000. (top)
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Is their
cooperation in the agency among all the agents? |
There is an unprecedented amount of cooperation among
our agents. Nothing like this exists at other agencies.
We operate "club like"... meaning our members are glad to
help one another. Remember, no one is here against their
will and we are selective about who we'll take too! We
are like an old fashioned farmers co-op where we all help
each other be successful. Sounds corny - but although
were "high tech" were also "old fashioned".
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How many
deals do new agents complete in the first year typically |
Of
course this depends on each individuals circumstances.
Everything from great business connections to being very
active in ones community can effect your production. That
said, we would hope a new brand agent can close 3 to 6
deals or referrals their first year. (top)
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How many
new agents will you be recruiting this year? |
We anticipate 50 to 100 new agents added
to our family of about 80 agents currently on board. (top)
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How many
are new to the business? |
About 10% of the agents that join us are new to the
business. In other words 90% of our agents come from
the other more well known agencies. (top)
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How
available is the broker and/or the manage? |
The broker and managers are available at least 8:30 AM to
8:00 PM 7 days a week. Email and cell phones
are rigorously monitored to ensure prompt attention for
our agents and clients. (top)
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Do you
have office staff? |
Yes. Typically each office has one admin person assigned
to it The bulk of our staff needs are outsourced to
venders to help keep payroll costs low and costs
controlled. (top)
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What are
other tools that will be available to me? |
There is too much to list here, Please refer to rest
of our website. (top)
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Describe
you advertising policy? |
We believe, and all statistics and indicators confirm, the
internet is the wave of today's real estate. Our
company's
mission statement includes providing our
agents with the necessary tools so they are not only
"state of the art," but are able to sell their homes by
providing maximum exposure for their clients.
You will not see big full page newspaper ads for our
company. Agents together can co-op ads or advertise in
newspaper and magazines individually at their own
expense, but we believe general newspaper advertising is
an unnecessary expense. (top)
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How do
corporate leads get distributed amongst the agents? |
In general, corporate leads are given randomly based on an
agents geographic location. Some agents choose not to
work for 50% commission and are hence, passed over. Our
corporate lead commissions are split 50/50. (top)
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How do
you communicate with the agents? |
We use the internet and more specifically our "Yahoo
Group" as a member exclusive "intranet system where we are
able to share information, forms, and training in an
online environment. Of course cell phones, email, fax,
regular and over night mail also serve as tools for our
agents. Each month we also have a group conference call. (top)
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Where
does your company see it positioned in 3 years? and 5 years? |
We
are very far ahead of the industry as agent commissions
are concerned. We represent a trend that is the future of
real estate. In fact, some states like North Carolina
license agents from day 1 as "brokers" allowing them the
potential to maximize their earnings immediately. (top)
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What
makes your company best? |
There is too much information to list this here.
Please take some time and review our website.
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Is errors
and omission insurance available? |
Yes, and it is paid for by us as a part
of your monthly dues. (top)
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Is health
Insurance available? |
Yes, for qualified candidates, we have a
third party provider that may be able to assist you in
this regard. See
Benefits. (top)
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What
phone number is on the signs? |
800-236-2360. Agents are also
welcome to put a rider on the sign with their direct
contact number. Either way it does not matter since any
call from your listing, gets referred to you. We do not
run "floor time". (top)
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What
minimum production requirements do you put on the agents? |
We believe life throws everyone ups and
downs. If you have a bad year it does not mean you are a
bad agent. We have no required production standards since
we want you to enjoy your life and enjoy this business. NO
PRESSURE! (top)
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Do you
have a program to help experienced agents jumpstart their
career if it is needed? |
Yes. We offer one-on-one support to help
our agents be the very best. (top)
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