Donald O'Wade
Stephens City,VA
Summary
Well-qualified real estate sales associate with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. Accomplished Real Estate Agent skilled at evaluating and marketing investment properties through large scale open houses. Expertly analyzes comparable property, short sale and foreclosure statistics to realize clients' best possible financial return. Well-developed network of real estate professionals, mortgage lenders and inspectors. Outgoing real estate sales with 19 years of real estate sales experience. Fantastic salesman with proven eye for detail and goal-oriented mindset. Known for closing sales quickly and ensuring both buyer and seller satisfaction. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Sales Associate
ERA OakCrest Realty
08.2012 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service and timely communication.
- Conducted open houses to showcase properties, generating interest and attracting potential buyers.
- Streamlined closing process by coordinating inspections, appraisals, title work, and other necessary documentation in timely manner.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Managed multiple transactions simultaneously with attention to detail and organization, meeting all deadlines consistently.
- Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local market trends, allowing for accurate pricing recommendations for clients.
- Provided guidance to first-time homebuyers, ensuring smooth process from beginning to end.
- Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections, and credit reports.
- Continuously improved professional skills through attending seminars, workshops, and conferences to stay informed on industry trends and best practices.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for clients, resulting in successful closings and increased client satisfaction.
- Utilized social media marketing strategies to promote properties, reaching wider audience and increasing inquiries.
- Prepared comprehensive comparative market analyses for clients, helping them make informed decisions about their property's value.
- Assisted clients with preparing their homes for sale by offering advice on staging and minor improvements that increase value.
- Maximized property exposure with professional photography services, eye-catching marketing materials, and targeted online advertisements.
- Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
- Assisted sellers in navigating complexities of short sales and foreclosures, providing support and guidance throughout each step of process.
- Worked closely with mortgage brokers to ensure financing options were available and understood by clients throughout transaction process.
- Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
- Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
- Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
- Educated clients looking to sell or buy on current market conditions, legal requirements, pricing, and mortgages.
- Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys and personnel involved in closing transactions.
- Reviewed property listings, interviewed potential clients, accompanied clients to properties and effectively communicated condition of sales.
- Prepared and presented contracts and other legal documents to clients.
- Negotiated contracts with buyers and sellers to maximize customer savings.
- Collaborated with mortgage companies to accurately determine loan and mortgage options for clients.
- Performed home evaluations and developed competitive market analysis for individual homes.
Real Estate Sales Associate
RE/MAX
11.2004 - 08.2012
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service and timely communication.
- Conducted open houses to showcase properties, generating interest and attracting potential buyers.
- Streamlined closing process by coordinating inspections, appraisals, title work, and other necessary documentation in timely manner.
- Managed multiple transactions simultaneously with attention to detail and organization, meeting all deadlines consistently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.1994
Skills
- Property Management
- Real Estate Law
- Social Media Marketing
- Listing Presentation
- Property Marketing
- Property valuation
- Contract Preparation
- Highly Professional
- Strong organizational skills
- Works well independently
- Client management
- Sales Presentations
- MLS expert
- Comparative market analysis
- Buyer contracts
- Negotiation
- Virginia Association of Realtors
- Lender relations
- Database Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Real Estate License
- Microsoft Office
- Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR)
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Property tours and inspections
- Active Virginia & West Virginia Real Estate License
Accomplishments
- Won the 2022 REALTOR of the Year Award from BRAR
- Board of Director, Treasure, Vice President and President Elect at BRAR 2023
- 2021 BRAR Hall of Fame
- VAR Public Policy Committee Member 2022 -2024
Affiliations
- National Association of REALTORS
- Virginia Association of REALTORS
- Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS
Certification
- Licensed Real Estate in Virginia and West Virginia
- Certified Relocation Expert
Timeline
Real Estate Sales Associate
ERA OakCrest Realty
08.2012 - Current
Real Estate Sales Associate
RE/MAX
11.2004 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Liberty University
- Licensed Real Estate in Virginia and West Virginia
- Certified Relocation Expert
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