Jessica Banks
Indian Trail,NC
Summary
Dynamic and resilient professional with a proven track record at Savvy + Co Real Estate, excelling in negotiation and client rapport building. Spearheaded 98 home sales through strategic thinking and solution-oriented approaches, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering strong relationships. Demonstrated exceptional teamwork and lead generation skills, significantly enhancing transaction efficiency, client trust and fostering repeat business and referrals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Agent
Savvy + Co Real Estate
04.2017 - Current
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Advertised client properties on MLS and social media, maximizing exposure and attracting potential buyers.
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships through networking and exceptional customer service, fostering repeat business and referrals.
- Streamlined communication between all parties involved in transactions, ensuring a smooth contract-to-close process.
- Developed and implemented a personalized process to guide homebuyers, setting clear expectations on what to anticipate—from navigating market trends to win multiple offers, to understanding contract fees, inspection cost and repair negotiations.
- Initiated a mentorship program for new agents producing under $2M annually; selected as one of five mentors to train agents by assisting with transactions from start to finish, and strengthening negotiation skills.
- Successfully negotiated favorable contract terms across 98 home sales, consistently advocating for clients’ best interests.
- Conducted comprehensive market research and provided homeowners with accurate trend insights and pricing strategies for faster sales and higher client satisfaction.
Real Estate Transaction Coordinator
Savvy + Co Real Estate
10.2015 - 04.2017
- Managed multiple concurrent real estate transactions with exceptional organizational skills, meeting deadlines and keeping clients regularly updated throughout each stage.
- Facilitated smooth communication and collaboration among buyers, sellers, agents, lenders, and other professionals, expediting closings and reducing the average time to close.
- Strengthened client relationships by maintaining open lines of communication, providing regular status updates, and promptly addressing any issues that arose during the process.
- Enhanced accuracy and reduced errors in contract preparation by meticulously reviewing and amending documents, ensuring compliance and smooth transaction flow.
- Streamlined closing processes by coordinating inspections, appraisals, and repairs within specified timeframes and preparing all necessary documents for seamless final reviews.
- Supported team productivity by taking on administrative tasks, allowing agents to focus on client engagement and sales activities, and providing backup support during peak periods.
Paralegal
Tippens & Zurosky LLP
09.2006 - 09.2012
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully managing a variety of personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and medical malpractice claims.
- Built strong relationships with medical providers to streamline record requests and expedite treatment information for case efficiency.
- Facilitated successful mediation sessions by preparing concise summaries of key facts and evidence for opposing counsel.
- Enhanced client satisfaction and strengthened attorney-client relationships through excellent customer service during intake interviews, regular case updates, and prompt issue resolution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sun Valley High School
Monroe, NC05-2005
Skills
- Excellent teamwork
- Negotiation
- Tenacious
- Lead generation
- Emotionally intelligent
- Resilient
- Strategic Thinker
- Solution-Oriented
Accomplishments
- Honored as a Charlotte Observer Rising Star for outstanding performance and potential in real estate
- Completed over 98 successful real estate transactions
Affiliations
- North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC)
- National Association of Realtors (NAR)
- Charlotte Regional Realtor® Association (CRRA)
- Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Access
Charlotte Observer Rising Star (2018)
Recognized as a Charlotte Observer Rising Star for exceptional performance and potential in real estate, selected by my BIC along with firm owners and management.
Timeline
Real Estate Agent
Savvy + Co Real Estate
04.2017 - Current
Real Estate Transaction Coordinator
Savvy + Co Real Estate
10.2015 - 04.2017
Paralegal
Tippens & Zurosky LLP
09.2006 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
Sun Valley High School
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