Dan Benton
CAPE CORAL,Florida
Summary
Results-driven Realtor with expertise in real estate marketing, contract negotiation, and transaction management. Proven ability to guide clients through buying and selling processes, ensuring informed decisions and successful outcomes. Dynamic realtor with expertise in real estate marketing, contract negotiation, and transaction management. Adept at guiding clients through complex transactions and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Realtor
Realty One Group MVP
Naples, Florida
09.2015 - Current
- Guided clients through home buying and selling processes with expertise.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote listings effectively in the local market.
- Conducted property showings and open houses to attract potential buyers.
- Prepared forms needed for real estate transactions, contracts, deeds, closing statements and leases.
- Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
- Maintained current knowledge of laws governing real estate transactions in order comply with regulations.
- Advised clients on market trends and local real estate conditions, helping them make informed decisions.
Paralegal
Self Employed Web
Cape Coral, FL
03.2001 - Current
- Prepared legal documents for real estate transactions and closings.
- Coordinated with clients and vendors during the closing process.
- Researched local real estate laws and regulations for compliance.
- Communicated with mortgage companies to facilitate financing arrangements.
- Interpreted legal documents related to real estate transactions.
- Monitored the progress of real estate closings to ensure deadlines were met.
- Assisted in the preparation of loan documentation packages for lenders.
- Assisted with preparation of rental and purchase agreements, contracts and closing documents.
Finance Director
RBM of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2000 - 02.2001
- Facilitated communication between management and employees to foster a positive work environment.
- Managed a team of staff members, providing guidance and direction to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Determined customer needs and calculated payment options based on consultative sales process.
- Collaborated and built trust within organization and with customers, meeting or exceeding expectations.
- Drove high performance by developing team members.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate project efforts.
- Prepared monthly financial statements for review by executive leadership team.
Busines Manager
Glauser Mercedes Benz
Sarasota, Florida
10.1999 - 12.1999
- Managed daily operations and staff schedules at premier luxury automotive dealership.
- Trained and mentored team members on customer service best practices and product knowledge.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline operations and enhance overall efficiency.
- Collaborated and built trust within organization and with customers, meeting or exceeding expectations.
- Drove high performance by developing team members.
- Prepared monthly financial statements for review by executive leadership team.
Sales Manager
Freeland Motors Mercedes Benz
Ft Myers, FL
11.1996 - 09.1999
- Led sales team to achieve quarterly revenue targets through strategic planning.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new sales representatives.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new sales opportunities for growth.
- Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to enhance team productivity and effectiveness.
- Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
- Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
- Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
- Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
- Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
Finance Specialist
Aon Corporation
Chicago, Illinois
04.1987 - 11.1996
- Managed financial reporting and analysis for diverse organizational departments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline financial processes and workflows.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior finance staff on best practices.
- Performed month-end closing activities including journal entries, reconciliations and accruals.
- Generated weekly and monthly financial dashboards for executive review.
- Prepared balance sheet account reconciliations with supporting documentation on a monthly basis.
- Provided training and guidance to junior staff members on finance procedures and policies.
- Administered salaries, wages, bonuses, deductions and workers' compensation for employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gainesville High School
Gainesville, GA05-1978
Skills
- Real estate marketing
- Contract negotiation
- Market analysis
- Transaction management
- Property valuation
- Customer relationship management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Realtor
Realty One Group MVP
09.2015 - Current
Paralegal
Self Employed Web
03.2001 - Current
Finance Director
RBM of Atlanta
01.2000 - 02.2001
Busines Manager
Glauser Mercedes Benz
10.1999 - 12.1999
Sales Manager
Freeland Motors Mercedes Benz
11.1996 - 09.1999
Finance Specialist
Aon Corporation
04.1987 - 11.1996
High School Diploma -
Gainesville High School