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Kelly Christie

Kelly Christie

Real Estate & Community Development
Lakewood Ranch,FL

Summary

Outgoing Realtor Sales Associate with 18 years of Real Estate experience. Fantastic sales approach with proven eye for detail and goal-oriented mindset. Known for closing sales quickly and ensuring both buyer and seller satisfaction. Well-developed network of real estate professionals, mortgage lenders and inspectors. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Life experiences have afforded me the opportunity for involvement in charitable event planning which is a plus for building a solid community.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Realtor

Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc.
Lakewood Ranch, FL
02.2015 - Current
  • Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
  • Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements and budgets.
  • Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
  • Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
  • Verified payment and loan paperwork for property sales by working closely with banks, buyers and sellers.
  • Advised sellers on ways to increase curb appeal and make homes more appealing to potential buyers.

Licensed Realtor

Coldwell Banker St. Pete Beach
St. Petersburg, FL
02.2013 - 02.2015
  • Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.
  • Created and implemented marketing plans to drive sales and coached staff on new strategies for maximum results.
  • Collected fees and documented payment processes for property transactions.
  • Reviewed market research data and changed sales plans accordingly.
  • Maintained inventories and records of sales collaterals and closings.
  • Used NTREIS and other realtor databases to find properties for clients.
  • Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
  • Followed up with prospective buyers regarding incentives from builder and new developments in surrounding area.
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.

Licensed Realtor

ERA Vacation Properties
Ellicottville, NY
2004.01 - 2008.10
  • Promoted sales of properties through advertisements, open houses and online advertising platforms.
  • Compared properties with similarly sold properties to determine competitive market prices.
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements and budgets.
  • Interviewed clients and generated lists of potential properties meeting specific requirements from available listings.
  • Handled day-to-day happenings of real estate office to consistently grow client base and increase revenue.
  • Coordinated appointments with buyers, sellers and other realtors to show buyers and tenants prospective homes.
  • Used MLS to develop and maintain list of properties suited to different needs and budgets.
  • Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
  • Completed property walkthroughs before completing deals to uphold accuracy in listings and appraisals.

Advertising Sales Manager

Artvoice Newspaper
Buffalo, NY
04.1997 - 09.2000
  • Coached account executives in sales and fulfillment strategies.
  • Developed sales strategies and people skills to entice clients, negotiate contracts and close deals.
  • Coordinated with clients, internal teams and media leaders to consistently grow and improve client relationships based on revenue potential..
  • Set department budgets according to revenue and expense projections.
  • Devised sales strategies to increase points of distribution, shelf space, product positioning, consumer awareness, trial, conversion and user acquisition.
  • Investigated and integrated new strategies to expand business operations and grow customer base.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Created lists of potential customers based on regional markets and assigned sales tasks to team of 5 employees.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.

Education

Business Administration

Medaille College
Buffalo, NY

Broadcast Journalism

SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Finger Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY
09.1994

Skills

  • Negotiation Management
  • Property Tours
  • Print and Digital Advertisement
  • Client Guidance
  • State Real Estate Law
  • Rental Management
  • MLS Data Entry and Maintenance
  • Buyer and Seller Representation
  • Recruiting Clients
  • Comparative Market Analysis
  • Contract Preparation
  • Property Assessments
  • Leasing and sales
  • Property management
  • Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR)
  • Client-oriented

Certification

  • ABR: Accredited Buyers Agent Designation
  • RSPS: Resort & Second Home Property Specialist Designation


Charity Work

  • Charity Organizer for Celebrity Golf Tournament ~ Niagara-on-the Lake, Ontario Canada Proceeds to benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma
  • Head Chair of March of Dimes Masquerade Ball ~ Holiday VAlley Ellicottville NY
  • Creator & Race Director of Mud, Sweat & Beers 5K Road Race ~ Ellicottville NY ~ Proceeds to benefit Camp Good Days & Special Times
  • Creator & Race Director of Braveheart Kilt Run 5K Road Race ~ Nathan Benderson Park FL ~ Proceeds to benefit New World Celts

Affiliations

  • Real Estate Association of Sarasota & Manatee
  • Past Member of Junior Achievement Buffalo, NY
  • Past Rotary International Buffalo NY

Quote

“Surely, in the light of history, it is more intelligent to hope rather than to fear, to try rather than not to try. For one thing we know beyond all doubt: Nothing has ever been achieved by the person who says, ‘It can’t be done.’”
Eleanor Roosevelt

Timeline

Licensed Realtor

Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc.
02.2015 - Current

Licensed Realtor

Coldwell Banker St. Pete Beach
02.2013 - 02.2015

Licensed Realtor

ERA Vacation Properties
2004.01 - 2008.10

Advertising Sales Manager

Artvoice Newspaper
04.1997 - 09.2000

Business Administration

Medaille College

Broadcast Journalism

SUNY Buffalo State

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Finger Lakes Community College

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