James Reese, Jr.
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Entered the real estate business in 1977 as a real estate broker following 4 years as an Assistant Professor of Economics at Florida A&M University. Served on The Montgomery Area Board of Realtors Board of Directors; The Montgomery Area Board of Realtors Multiple Listing Service Board of Directors; chaired the Montgomery Area Board Constitution and By-Laws Committee; served on the Equal Opportunity Committee and Institute, Societies, and Council Committee. Former member of Professional Standards Committee; Strategic Planning Committee; and Grievance Committee. Member of the Million Dollar Club and 1 of 26 to ever receive the Montgomery Multiple Listing Service 10 consecutive years of over One Million Dollar Sales Award.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Broker
Reese Realty, Inc.
1977 - Current
- Increased overall office productivity by implementing streamlined systems for client management, lead tracking, and transaction coordination.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing comprehensive market analysis, tailored to their individual needs and preferences.
- Expanded clientele base with exceptional service delivery, resulting in numerous positive reviews and recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Advised clients on optimum buying and selling choices for maximum returns.
- Compared properties possessing similar features to determine competitive market prices.
- Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold 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.
- Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with past clients through consistent follow-up contact to support their ongoing real estate needs or concerns.
- Developed innovative strategies and tactics to promote real estate listings and generate new business opportunities.
- Facilitated successful negotiations between buyers and sellers to reach mutually beneficial agreements in a timely manner.
- Increased property sales by developing and implementing innovative marketing strategies for residential and commercial properties.
Education
Real Estate License - Real Estate
Realtors Institute of Alabama
Montgomery, AL1977
Master of Science - Economics
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL01-1972
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL01-1971
Professional Affiliations
- Montgomery Board of Realtors
- Alabama Association of Realtors
- National Association of Realtors
- Realtors National Marketing Institute
- Alabama Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager, State Chapter
- Alabama Certified Residential Specialist, State Chapter
- Commercial Real Estate Council
Accomplishments
- Graduate of Realtors Institute (GRI)
- Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)
- Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB)
- National Certified Residential Specialist, State Chapter
- National Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager, State Chapter
- Certified Commercial Investment Member Candidate
Awards
- 2004 Realtor of the Year by Alabama Association of Realtors (First African-American to ever be selected)
- 2003 Realtor of the Year by Montgomery Area Association of Realtors (Second African-American to ever be selected)
Certification
- Regional Vice President for Alabama Association of Realtors (2004 - First African-American to ever serve in this position)
- President of Montgomery Association of Realtors (2003 - Second African-American to ever serve in this position)
- President of Multiple Listing Service, Inc. (2002)
- Treasurerof Montgomery Association of Realtor and Multiple Listing Service, Inc. (2001)
- Secretary of Montgomery Association of Realtors and Multiple Listing Service (2000)
Timeline
Real Estate Broker
Reese Realty, Inc.
1977 - Current
Real Estate License - Real Estate
Realtors Institute of Alabama
Master of Science - Economics
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Alabama State University