Look who's joined Weichert

Renee Mankoff joins Team NEW COLONY!

For the past 15 years, Renee has been a top producing Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer for a mid-size commercial bank, originating loans on a nationwide basis for income producing properties, including new construction, repositioning and rehab, and permanent financing for both acquisition and refinance with loan sizes ranging from $500,000 to $30 Million.  As a result of the recent changes and challenges in the real estate finance industry, she found herself in a position to consider a new career path.

Renee Mankoff, Realtor®

In early 2010, she made the decision to take the necessary steps to obtain her Maryland Real Estate Salesperson’s license.  She chose to  complete the required 60 hour class via the internet and obtained her license in July, 2010.  

"During the spring months, I researched several national real estate companies and met with brokers and office managers representing the companies I considered to determine where the fit would be best to begin my new career.   While the choices were many, WEICHERT, REALTORS® - New Colony in Columbia, Maryland, stood out from all the rest. 

From my first meeting with David Vane, Broker, I felt comfortable and the office atmosphere was warm and friendly.  There was a sense that the co-workers were a family and worked together as a team, helping one another along the way.  At my first meeting with David, he indicated that his business plan included an initiative to develop the commercial real estate side of the business and he was open to my working in both commercial and single family real estate.  That growth potential played a big part in my decision process.  David also invited me to attend one of the weekly sales meetings so I could see how the office operated before I made any decision.   Although I didn’t know anyone at that meeting, I felt welcome and was included in the interaction between the agents during the meeting.  At my second visit to the office, I met again with Dave and with Kathy Huver, the Sales Manager for that office.  I was impressed with Kathy’s knowledge as well as her leadership style.  She is generous with her time, easy to work with and always lets me know that any support I need is available.  David’s partner, Michael McKenna, General Manager, makes himself available in the office, offers continued words of encouragement and provides IT support that results in making it easy to concentrate on developing and implementing my business plan.

Going forward, I remain focused on developing a successful and rewarding career with WEICHERT, REALTORS® - New Colony, a goal that is very achievable and will be fun to reach as a result of being part of such a great team."

Weichert is excited to have Renee on the team and looks forward to a long, profitable relationship.  Renee can be reached @ Weichert via 410-381-3331 or by visiting our website; www.WeichertNewColony.com.

Service is KING

Recently received from one of our clients currently working with Richard Caldwell.

"Dear Mr. Vane :

We would like to inform you that our house buying experience has been nothing short than magnificent. Our prior experience in this arena had been an abomination at best. Dick Caldwell has shown us the better side of the real estate industry, he is prompt, courteous, knowledgeable, and most important of all he listens. It is with great pleasure to tell you that not only we will use him in the future also we have promoted his services to our friends and family. Dick is definitely a great asset to any real estate brokerage firm, and we thought you should be made aware.

Sincerely

Garrett & Samane"

 

Mr. Buffalo does it AGAIN!

For the second time this year Sean Monahan has won the Weichert Pride Award.  Why?  How?  Great questions to ask!  Sean has prided himself on always being available for clients, regardless of time or day!  He has participated in many office training programs and events to enhance his skills and consistantly looks for ways to improve.  Since joining Weichert, Sean has become an Internet Lead Specialist, participating in the Weichert Lead Network and excelled. 

Why "Buffalo"?  You'll have to ask Sean.

If you're looking for an aggressive, passionate Realtor who cares about the client, (YOU)...look no further; Sean and Weichert are excited about the opportunity to serve you.  Sean can be reached @ 410-381-3331 or smonahan@weichert.com.

Columbia/Ellicott City named #2 Best Place to live!

CNNMoney just came out with its annual “100 Best Places to Live in America” and the Columbia/Ellicott City area was ranked #2 on the list, up from #8 a year ago.

They labeled Columbia/Ellicott City area an “economic powerhouse” and listed a low 5.2% unemployment rate and “terrific” schools as some of the reasons for its #2 position on the list.

Additional factors cited include, affordable housing, wide range in housing, lower foreclosure rate and population diversity.    In addition, a great economic forecast is predicted for the area as the government plans to move thousands more positions to the Fort Meade Army Base within the next year. 

Weichert Presents Severn Highlands

Severn Highlands is a private, luxury-home community consisting of only 8 home sites. Nestled on a serene, wooded cul-de-sac, this exclusive gated community is conveniently located just minutes from Routes 97 and 50, providing easy access to Baltimore, Washington DC, Ft.Meade/NSA, Annapolis, shopping, dining, and much more. 

For additional information; please contact David Vane @ 240-832-5671.

Meet Dara Ferchichi; Weichert Pride Award Winner

You probably know how important it is to find the right real estate agent when you are focusing on a financial investment as substantial and as personal as your home.

What you should know about me is that, as a Weichert Sales Associate, I believe wholeheartedly in the unique, personal nature of real estate.  I am fully committed to providing you with what my company calls "The Weichert Difference" a noticeably higher level of service that will make your real estate experience as easy and as stress-free as possible.

You can expect from me:

• Personal and knowledgeable service that is genuinely responsive to your needs
• A "Neighborhood Specialist's" familiarity with local communities, home values, and price trends
• Top professional skills continually refined through Weichert training programs
• Advice and guidance throughout the entire process
• Commitment to help you leverage Weichert's many resources. I can save you valuable time and effort in securing home financing, insurance, and home connections.

Contact me @ 410-381-3331 or visit my website; http://www.weichertnewcolony.com 
 

REI to Open New Store in Columbia this Fall

Citybizlist Baltimore - REI to Open New Store in Columbia this Fall

WEICHERT IT FACTOR

The Power of Association

Do you want to be a successful? Since you are a Realtor®, then of course you want to be successful! I believe the only way to succeed is through consistency. I think, like most people, I have had a blend of consistency and inconsistencies throughout my life. Through all of the ups and downs, I have found that the biggest impact on how consistent I am has been through my associations.

What is the power of association? We are who we associate with. As an example; why do we speak the language we speak? Is it because of who we have been associated with growing up? That’s a simple example; so, my second question is, “Who do you want to be associated with as a Realtor®?”

The reasons I associate with WEICHERT, REALTORS® - New Colony is because they believe in me! They send me dozens of leads and expect me to close these leads. They give me opportunity upon opportunity to show them who I am. They assist me in building my SOI (sphere of influence) by referring fresh leads to me on a weekly and sometimes daily basis. The leads sent to me often refer their friends and family to me as well, so one lead turns into another and so on!

WEICHERT, REALTORS® -New Colony is the best Real Estate Company I have ever worked with. The camaraderie is very strong and I feel a part of a team! There is always support when I need it. I don’t feel as though I am alone in the Real Estate market because there is a team of honest, hard-working people who are there to answer questions and meet my needs. The weekly meetings are filled with up-to-date news about the Real Estate market. The meetings are a place for the agents to catch-up with each other and learn about current market trends and how we can continue to grow our business in those conditions.

I know when I walk into my office that I’m always walking into an office that is welcoming, clean and always available.  I love knowing that if I have to work till 3 am due to a hectic schedule that my office is always available with all up-to-date equipment in order to perform my job to the best of my ability.

All and all, I have found a home at WEICHERT, REALTORS® - New Colony and I am thankful to be associated with a group of people who have high morals and strong work ethics. I am a better Realtor® because I am part of this office. I hope they feel the same about my performance!

Written by Mary Tablada

Birds of a Feather...

Congratulations to both Al Clark & Mike Duffy for winning the Weichert Pride Award!  Mike and Al are superior real estate agents, eager to earn your business.  Mike recently celebrated a closing on new construction, while Al just listed commerical property.  Each of these gentlemen are also engaged in their local communities.

They can be reached by calling 410-381-3331 or visiting our website.

Award Winner

Congratulations to Mary Tablada!  This week she is the recipient of the coveted Weichert Pride Award.  Mary joined Team New Colony in January and has been a wonderful addition to the team.  Since joining, Mary has has completed Weichert's Fast Track, Lead Specialist online training and been involved in most office related functions.  In addition, Mary just closed her first Weichert Lead Network transaction!


Recent recipients of the Weichert Pride Award were Aaron Gartrell, Deb Willis, and Andrea Burkert.  Once again, Congratualtions Mary - Keep up the great work!