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Rhonda Simpson

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Experienced Real Estate Broker with over 20 years of experience . Excellent reputation for resolving problems, ir with exceptional talent connecting with buyers and sellers on personal levels. Proven success over 20 years in industry. Expertly negotiate contracts, track housing trends and deliver advice to provide satisfactory outcomes on both sides of deals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Broker

Century 21 Connect Realty
04.2018 - Current
  • Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.
  • Compared properties possessing similar features to determine competitive market prices.
  • Advised clients on mortgage and housing conditions to identify successful properties and promote customer satisfaction.
  • Liaised between property owners and prospective buyers to facilitate purchase and transfer of ownership.
  • Arranged for title searches of properties being sold and gave buyers virtual and physical tours of properties.
  • Obtained agreements from property owners to place properties for sale with real estate firms.
  • Established and developed real estate agency, driving recruitment and operational growth.
  • Accompanied buyers and sellers to home inspections and appraisals.
  • Met all monthly and quarterly sales goals.
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Advertised client properties on websites, through social media and in real estate guides.
  • Represented buyers and sellers of developed and undeveloped properties.
  • Converted prospects to closed sales for clients located throughout metropolitan Atlanta
  • Created virtual tours of homes listed, providing potential buyers with additional exposure to properties.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Guided clients from beginning to end of home buying process in choosing right property.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.
  • Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
  • Negotiated contracts on behalf of clients.
  • Worked closely with clients to get appropriate loans, inspections and credit reports.
  • Informed home buyer of sales, construction and warranty processes.
  • Showed properties to potential buyers and other brokers at open houses and by appointment.
  • Continually stayed up-to-date on mortgage rates and related real estate news.
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
  • Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
  • Oversaw the advertising of properties for web and print media.
  • Acted as liaison between buyers and sellers to ensure positive experiences for both parties.
  • Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets for both commercial and industrial use.
  • Created and implemented marketing plans to drive sales.
  • Generated listings for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
  • Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
  • Used MLS/FMLS and other realtor databases to find properties for clients.
  • Delivered positive, effective sales presentations.
  • Prepared and organized documents for co-op board interviews.
  • Followed up with prospective buyers regarding incentives from builder and new developments in surrounding area.

Associate Broker-Real Estate Sales Associate

Century Communities Inc.
01.2017 - 04.2018
  • Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, completing contracts, and reporting.
  • Instructing clients on best practices for purchasing and liaising between prospective buyers for property inspections.
  • Assist clients with property sales, financing options, and development.
  • Analyze market trends to determine competitive market prices.
  • Prepared of legal documents including listings and sales contracts Provide legal, economic and market advice to prospective clients.
  • Liaise with lenders, home inspectors and pest controllers prior to contract negotiations Ensuring terms and conditions of agreements are met.
  • Coordinate property closings.
  • Maintaining and liaising with clients, building relationships with clients to encourage returning business.
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
  • Targeted prospective clients by reviewing business directories, building database of leads.
  • Forged and nurtured impactful relationships with customers to cultivate loyalty, boosting customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Maximized business potential by providing excellent customer service.
  • Identified prospects' needs and developed appropriate responses along with information on floor plans and current inventory.
  • Researched potential clients and markets to prepare for appointments.
  • Proactively managed client correspondence and recorded all tracking and communications.
  • Set up appointments with potential and current customers to discuss new floor plans and services.
  • Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote the company.
  • Enhanced success of advertising strategies by boosting engagement through social media and other digital marketing approaches.
  • Contacted customers and prospects to generate new business to achieve company goals.
  • Automated contact management system, resulting in better client organization and goal alignment.
  • Worked to develop network by identifying and pursuing new leads, attending industry events and building rapport with clients.
  • Developed and utilized reports, helping leadership make key decisions and outperform operational targets.
  • Addressed each customers' needs and wants to recommend suitable housing options.
  • Cold-called leads and closed sales over.
  • Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Networked at events and by phone to expand business profits and revenues.
  • Rewrote and updated scripts and selling procedures to decrease downtime and increase sales.
  • Implemented marketing and sales campaigns to effectively brand neighborhood.
  • Exceeded established sales goals and increased client retention.
  • Evaluated inventory and delivery needs, optimizing strategies to meet customer demands.
  • Resolved all issues efficiently and enhanced customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Upsold and closed customer sales by driving product benefits around client needs.
  • Monitored weekly sales to write reports for senior leadership and streamline operational processes.

Associate Broker

D.R. Horton Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2017
  • Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, completing contracts, and reporting.
  • Instructing clients on best practices for purchasing and liaising between prospective buyers for property inspections.
  • Assist clients with property sales, financing options, and development.
  • Analyze market trends to determine competitive market prices.
  • Prepared of legal documents including listings and sales contracts Provide legal, economic and market advice to prospective clients.
  • Liaise with lenders, home inspectors and pest controllers prior to contract negotiations Ensuring terms and conditions of agreements are met.
  • Coordinate property closings.
  • Maintaining and liaising with clients, building relationships with clients to encourage returning business.
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
  • Targeted prospective clients by reviewing business directories, building database of leads.
  • Forged and nurtured impactful relationships with customers to cultivate loyalty, boosting customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Maximized business potential by providing excellent customer service.
  • Identified prospects' needs and developed appropriate responses along with information on floor plans and current inventory.
  • Researched potential clients and markets to prepare for appointments.
  • Proactively managed client correspondence and recorded all tracking and communications.
  • Set up appointments with potential and current customers to discuss new floor plans and services.
  • Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote the company.
  • Enhanced success of advertising strategies by boosting engagement through social media and other digital marketing approaches.
  • Contacted customers and prospects to generate new business to achieve company goals.
  • Automated contact management system, resulting in better client organization and goal alignment.
  • Worked to develop network by identifying and pursuing new leads, attending industry events and building rapport with clients.
  • Developed and utilized reports, helping leadership make key decisions and outperform operational targets.
  • Addressed each customers' needs and wants to recommend suitable housing options.
  • Cold-called leads and closed sales over.
  • Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Networked at events and by phone to expand business profits and revenues.
  • Rewrote and updated scripts and selling procedures to decrease downtime and increase sales.
  • Implemented marketing and sales campaigns to effectively brand neighborhood.
  • Exceeded established sales goals and increased client retention.
  • Evaluated inventory and delivery needs, optimizing strategies to meet customer demands.
  • Resolved all issues efficiently and enhanced customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Upsold and closed customer sales by driving product benefits around client needs.
  • Monitored weekly sales to write reports for senior leadership and streamline operational processes.

Real Estate Salesperson

Peachtree Communities Inc.
10.2006 - 12.2010
  • Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, completing contracts, and reporting.
  • Instructing clients on best practices for purchasing and liaising between prospective buyers for property inspections.
  • Assist clients with property sales, financing options, and development.
  • Analyze market trends to determine competitive market prices.
  • Prepared of legal documents including listings and sales contracts Provide legal, economic and market advice to prospective clients.
  • Liaise with lenders, home inspectors and pest controllers prior to contract negotiations Ensuring terms and conditions of agreements are met.
  • Coordinate property closings.
  • Maintaining and liaising with clients, building relationships with clients to encourage returning business.
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
  • Targeted prospective clients by reviewing business directories, building database of leads.
  • Forged and nurtured impactful relationships with customers to cultivate loyalty, boosting customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Maximized business potential by providing excellent customer service.
  • Identified prospects' needs and developed appropriate responses along with information on floor plans and current inventory.
  • Researched potential clients and markets to prepare for appointments.
  • Proactively managed client correspondence and recorded all tracking and communications.
  • Set up appointments with potential and current customers to discuss new floor plans and services.
  • Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote the company.
  • Enhanced success of advertising strategies by boosting engagement through social media and other digital marketing approaches.
  • Contacted customers and prospects to generate new business to achieve company goals.
  • Automated contact management system, resulting in better client organization and goal alignment.
  • Worked to develop network by identifying and pursuing new leads, attending industry events and building rapport with clients.
  • Developed and utilized reports, helping leadership make key decisions and outperform operational targets.
  • Addressed each customers' needs and wants to recommend suitable housing options.
  • Cold-called leads and closed sales over.
  • Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Networked at events and by phone to expand business profits and revenues.
  • Rewrote and updated scripts and selling procedures to decrease downtime and increase sales.
  • Implemented marketing and sales campaigns to effectively brand neighborhood.
  • Exceeded established sales goals and increased client retention.
  • Evaluated inventory and delivery needs, optimizing strategies to meet customer demands.
  • Resolved all issues efficiently and enhanced customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Upsold and closed customer sales by driving product benefits around client needs.
  • Monitored weekly sales to write reports for senior leadership and streamline operational processes.

Part-Time Licensed Real Estate Agent

Infinity Real Estate Group
06.2005 - 10.2006
  • Guided clients from beginning to end of home buying process in choosing right property.
  • Delivered positive, effective sales presentations.
  • Generated referrals to various real estate agents.
  • Maintained inventories and records of sales collateral and closings.
  • Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
  • Advised buyers through steps of purchasing new homes.
  • Negotiated final sales prices with home sellers.
  • Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
  • Worked closely with clients to get appropriate loans, inspections and credit reports.
  • Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
  • Reviewed market research data and change sales plans accordingly.
  • Converted prospects to closed sales for clients located throughout metro Atlanta.
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Greeted and registered new clients to engage each in process and cultivate long-lasting relationships.
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
  • Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets for both commercial and industrial use.
  • Oversaw the advertising of properties for web and print media.
  • Accompanied buyers and sellers to home inspections and appraisals.
  • Advertised client properties on websites, through social media and in real estate guides.
  • Collected fees and documented payment processes for property transactions.
  • Created and implemented marketing plans to drive sales.
  • Acted as liaison between buyers and sellers to ensure positive experiences for both parties.
  • Showed properties to potential buyers and other brokers at open houses and by appointment.
  • Followed up with prospective buyers regarding incentives from builder and new developments in surrounding area.
  • Negotiated contracts on behalf of clients.
  • Generated listings for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Assisted clients in financial planning for purchase.
  • Continually stayed up-to-date on mortgage rates and related real estate news.
  • Informed home buyer of sales, construction and warranty processes.
  • Created virtual tours of homes listed, providing potential buyers with additional exposure to properties.
  • Represented buyers and sellers of developed and undeveloped properties.
  • Used MLS/FMLS and other realtor databases to find properties for clients.
  • Communicated between buyers and sellers about property transactions.

Senior Site Manager

GE Energy
05.1998 - 10.2006
  • Worked with customers to manage complaints and offer technique guidance.
  • Reviewed, negotiated and completed vendor, contractor and employee contracts.
  • managed daily records, handled reporting requirements and kept detailed logs of field operations.
  • Gathered information on field performance, reportable events and material usage in order to analyze changes and produce informative reports.
  • Established and administered wind field operational budgets, tracked expenses and maintained cost controls.
  • Kept operations safe and productive by utilizing advanced training techniques, team meetings and diligent oversight.
  • Evaluated expected demands, organized maintenance plans and established standards to efficiently handle parts and equipment needs.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Prepared relevant SRM documents in conformance with Safety Management System (SMS) order.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
  • Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance.
  • Supervised 15 employees.
  • Maintained compliance with client policies and procedures.
  • Ensured that site performance meets standards, including services for client Conducted performance appraisals for on-site personnel.
  • Responsible for the preparation of weekly staffing and performance reports Maintained effective working relationship with client employees.
  • Certified core trainer in telephone, copy skills, and customer service.
  • Oversaw mail, copy, file maintenance, shipping, reception, and conference services, customer service.

Part-Time Real Estate Agent

Century 21 Gold Medal
06.2004 - 06.2005
  • Guided clients from beginning to end of home buying process in choosing right property.
  • Delivered positive, effective sales presentations.
  • Generated referrals to various real estate agents.
  • Maintained inventories and records of sales collateral and closings.
  • Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
  • Advised buyers through steps of purchasing new homes.
  • Negotiated final sales prices with home sellers.
  • Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
  • Worked closely with clients to get appropriate loans, inspections and credit reports.
  • Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
  • Reviewed market research data and change sales plans accordingly.
  • Converted prospects to closed sales for clients located throughout metro Atlanta.
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Greeted and registered new clients to engage each in process and cultivate long-lasting relationships.
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
  • Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets for both commercial and industrial use.
  • Oversaw the advertising of properties for web and print media.
  • Accompanied buyers and sellers to home inspections and appraisals.
  • Advertised client properties on websites, through social media and in real estate guides.
  • Collected fees and documented payment processes for property transactions.
  • Created and implemented marketing plans to drive sales.
  • Acted as liaison between buyers and sellers to ensure positive experiences for both parties.
  • Showed properties to potential buyers and other brokers at open houses and by appointment.
  • Followed up with prospective buyers regarding incentives from builder and new developments in surrounding area.
  • Negotiated contracts on behalf of clients.
  • Generated listings for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Assisted clients in financial planning for purchase.
  • Continually stayed up-to-date on mortgage rates and related real estate news.
  • Informed home buyer of sales, construction and warranty processes.
  • Created virtual tours of homes listed, providing potential buyers with additional exposure to properties.
  • Represented buyers and sellers of developed and undeveloped properties.
  • Used MLS/FMLS and other realtor databases to find properties for clients.
  • Communicated between buyers and sellers about property transactions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury, NY
05.1992

Real Estate License

Barney Fletcher School
Atlanta, GA
05.2003

Brokers License

Barney Fletcher School
Atlanta, GA
04.2013

Skills

  • Contract negotiations
  • Relationship development
  • Training and mentoring
  • Top producer with consistent record of sales
  • Established sales, and marketing skills
  • Detail Orientated
  • Excellent presentation, and pleasant manner
  • Sharp negotiating and communicating skills
  • Knowledge of local neighborhoods and competitors
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Sales-savvy
  • Appraisal procedures
  • Expert closer
  • Detail-oriented
  • Accomplished in commission sales
  • REO and foreclosure specialist
  • Buyer contracts
  • Customer service-oriented
  • Active Georgia Real Estate License
  • Client-oriented
  • Marketing and promotions
  • Investment property expert
  • Works well independently
  • Property assessments
  • Strong organizational skills

Affiliations

  • Member, National Association of Realtors
  • Member, Atlanta Board of Realtors

Timeline

Associate Broker

Century 21 Connect Realty
04.2018 - Current

Associate Broker-Real Estate Sales Associate

Century Communities Inc.
01.2017 - 04.2018

Associate Broker

D.R. Horton Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2017

Real Estate Salesperson

Peachtree Communities Inc.
10.2006 - 12.2010

Part-Time Licensed Real Estate Agent

Infinity Real Estate Group
06.2005 - 10.2006

Part-Time Real Estate Agent

Century 21 Gold Medal
06.2004 - 06.2005

Senior Site Manager

GE Energy
05.1998 - 10.2006

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

New York Institute of Technology

Real Estate License

Barney Fletcher School

Brokers License

Barney Fletcher School

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