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Ellen Gorrell

Lisle,IL

Summary

Outgoing Real Estate Broker 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 the best outcomes on both sides of transactions.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Real Estate Broker

Baird & Warner
03.2021 - Current
  • Educate and advise clients on current real estate market conditions.
  • Provided guidance and consultation to clients to make well-informed decisions in real estate investments.
  • Negotiate purchase contracts and lease agreements to establish maximum value for clients.
  • Utilize online marketing platforms to promote real estate services and generate leads.
  • Analyze local real estate market conditions and trends to identify profitable investment opportunities.
  • Conduct competitive market analysis to determine optimal pricing for properties.
  • Coach and train newer agents to help them obtain new clients and build their business
  • Compared properties possessing similar features to determine competitive market prices.
  • Negotiated purchase contracts and lease agreements to establish maximum value for clients.
  • Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.

Restaurant Server

The Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
08.2008 - Current
  • Cultivate warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Work with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Keep server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Use communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
  • Train servers on how to give the ultimate guest experience
  • Stay up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.

Licensed Real Estate Broker

360 Realty
04.2010 - 02.2012
  • Created a one-stop shop for the 360 Realty and Optimax Mortgage
  • Managed roster of clients to send announcements and information on new properties.
  • Negotiated purchase contracts and lease agreements to establish maximum value for clients.
  • Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
  • Compared properties possessing similar features to determine competitive market prices.
  • Educated clients on the entire real estate process from start to finish.
  • Generated lists of properties for sale, locations, descriptions and available financing options.
  • Conducted competitive market analysis to determine optimal pricing for properties.
  • Liaised between property owners and prospective buyers to facilitate purchase and transfer of ownership.
  • Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections, and credit reports.
  • Analyzed local real estate market conditions and trends to identify profitable investment opportunities.
  • Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.

Licensed Real Estate Broker

Gobber Real Living Real Estate
04.2004 - 04.2010
  • Top Producing Agent in Westchester in 2005 and 2006
  • Generated lists of properties for sale, locations, descriptions and available financing options.
  • Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.
  • Developed innovative strategies and tactics to promote real estate listings and generate new business opportunities.
  • Advised clients on mortgage and housing conditions to identify successful properties and promote customer satisfaction.
  • Managed roster of clients to send announcements and information on new properties.
  • Negotiated purchase contracts and lease agreements to establish maximum value for clients.
  • Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
  • Compared properties possessing similar features to determine competitive market prices.

Licensed Real Estate Agent

Myslicki Real Estate
03.2003 - 04.2004
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
  • Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to establish favorable prices and negotiate contract terms.
  • Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
  • Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
  • Developed and implemented strategic marketing plans to increase potential for selling properties and generate more leads.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
  • Reviewed market research data and changed sales plans accordingly.
  • Reviewed and executed confidential documents, contracts and disclosures.
  • Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys and personnel involved in closing transactions.
  • Leveraged market knowledge and analysis to provide guidance and advice on best options for clients.

Licensed Real Estate Agent

Coldwell Banker Stratford Place
05.2002 - 03.2003
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
  • Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to establish favorable prices and negotiate contract terms.
  • Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
  • Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying, and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal.
  • Completed property walkthroughs before completing deals to uphold accuracy in listings and appraisals.
  • Interviewed clients and generated lists of potential properties meeting specific requirements from available listings.
  • Prepared homes for client arrivals during open house events and established signage and wayfinding aids.
  • Developed and implemented strategic marketing plans to increase potential for selling properties and generate more leads.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
  • Reviewed market research data and changed sales plans accordingly.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards, and cold calling.
  • Reviewed property listings, interviewed potential clients, accompanied clients to properties and effectively communicated condition of sales.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.1987

High School Diploma -

Homewood Flossmoor High School
Homewood, IL
06.1983

Skills

  • Marketing Development
  • Building and Maintaining Business Relationships
  • Financing Options
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Excellent Creative Writing Skills
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Staging Properties
  • Troubleshooting Systems
  • Purchase Agreements
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Direct Email Campaigns

Certification

  • ABR - Accredited Buyer's Representative

Timeline

Licensed Real Estate Broker

Baird & Warner
03.2021 - Current

Licensed Real Estate Broker

360 Realty
04.2010 - 02.2012

Restaurant Server

The Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
08.2008 - Current

Licensed Real Estate Broker

Gobber Real Living Real Estate
04.2004 - 04.2010

Licensed Real Estate Agent

Myslicki Real Estate
03.2003 - 04.2004

Licensed Real Estate Agent

Coldwell Banker Stratford Place
05.2002 - 03.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

University of Illinois At Chicago

High School Diploma -

Homewood Flossmoor High School

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