Brittany Rakers
Delray Beach,FL
Summary
Motivated, driven, and outgoing real estate professional with a wide variety of real estate experience, including new home sales, marketing, financial advising, preparing and executing agreements of sale, and closing. Proven track record as a top-ranking and award-winning sales professional, recognized for creating exceptional client experiences, developing forward-thinking and creative solutions, and implementing tailored strategies to transform unprofitable home communities to profitability
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global Real Estate Advisor
One Sotheby's International Realty Inc.
09.2023 - Current
- Provided expert guidance to clients regarding property valuations and market trends.
- Conducted comprehensive property research to identify investment opportunities and assess risks.
- Facilitated effective communication between buyers, sellers, and stakeholders throughout transaction processes.
- Developed tailored marketing strategies to enhance property visibility and attract potential buyers.
- Enhanced property appeal through strategic staging techniques, leading to faster sales at optimal prices.
- Established strong relationships with clients through effective communication and personalized service.
Administrative Office Manager
Beachfront Builders
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Coordinated project timelines and schedules to ensure timely completion of residential builds.
- Collaborated with subcontractors to streamline workflows and improve construction efficiency.
- Developed project documentation and reports to maintain accurate records of progress and challenges.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss project updates, address issues, and align on goals.
- Exceeded project deadlines for multiple home construction projects, ensuring timely completion and homeowner satisfaction.
- Coordinated permits and inspections with local authorities to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Managed project budgets, regularly monitoring expenses to prevent cost overruns while maximizing value for clients.
- Managed payroll and benefits administration to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Inside Sales Representative
Redfin
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Streamlined sales processes for increased efficiency and improved team performance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Maintained accurate records in CRM system, facilitating effective tracking of customer interactions.
New Home Advisor
Keystone Custom Homes
01.2013 - 01.2021
- As New Home Advisor, managed complete life cycle of new home sales
- Consistently recognized as one of the company's top-performing sales professionals
- Attained average monthly sales of 4 homes per month
- Conducted marketing of communities, home showings, lot showings, and open houses
- Prepared monthly reporting on competitive market analysis
- Offered expert guidance on floor plans, home features, and optional amenities
- Provided consultative services for customization of structural layout and design
- Assisted buyers in the selection and purchase of interior finishes
- Negotiated new home pricing, provided estimates, qualified buyers, and advised about loan products, interest rates, and the mortgage process
- Managed and directed the work and performance of one direct report
- Oversaw the training of new hires
- Provided after-sales support, including issue resolution
- Prepared and executed contracts and agreements of sale, including sale closing
- Provided a professional, customer-centric experience at every point of contact
Education
Associate's Degree - Business Administration
Harrisburg Area Community College
Lancaster, PASkills
- Beaches MLS Database
- RPR
- Quickbooks
- Multiple CRM Databases
- Yardi
- BombBomb
- Excel
- Word
- Powerpoint
- Outlook
- OneDrive
- Google Suite
- Adobe
- Real estate transactions
- Residential real estate
- Property valuation
- Sales negotiation
- Appraisal review
- Site selection
- Lease negotiation
Certification
- Real Estate Salesperson
- CNP - Certified Notary Public
Areas of Practice
- Real Estate Sales
- Open Houses
- Sales Negotiations
- Qualifying Buyers
- Contracts and all State Required Addendums
- Relationship Management
- Customer Service
- Marketing
- Sales Management
- Training and Managing Sales Teams
Industry Lines
- New Home Construction
- Residential Developments
- New Home Communities
- Commission Sales
Awards
Won Top Sales Agent of the Year Award at Keystone Custom Homes (2017), Earned recognition on Top 3 Agents List at Keystone Custom Homes for 3 consecutive years, Recipient of All-Star Award for being top-performing sales agent at Keystone Custom Homes (2016), Awarded Best Video Shop Award at Keystone Custom Homes (2018), Strategically placed in the most profitable new home communities due to exceptional sales record
Training
Successfully completed Jeff Shore, 4:2 Formula, Charles Clarke, and Tom Richey sales trainings
Timeline
Global Real Estate Advisor
One Sotheby's International Realty Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Administrative Office Manager
Beachfront Builders
04.2023 - 05.2024
Inside Sales Representative
Redfin
10.2022 - 04.2023
New Home Advisor
Keystone Custom Homes
01.2013 - 01.2021
Associate's Degree - Business Administration
Harrisburg Area Community College
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