November 2022 Top Producers

When you consider the cooler weather, a school break, and the preparation/celebration of Thanksgiving that vaults instantly into all of the other holidays, it is impressive there is any homeselling and home buying to be done. But we know better! Our Broker/Owners were not deterred – quite the opposite. One wonders if our Top Producers had time to enjoy a bite of pie before rushing off to close another deal.

Jack Bailey

In the top spot by… a LOT is our favorite eagle, Jack Bailey. His team at Help-U-Sell Greensboro in North Carolina is number one once again, amassing 16 impressive sides, with an even split between buyers and sellers. 

Debra Schmidt of Help-U-Sell Heritage Real Estate of Steele County Inc. in Owatonna, Minnesota is in second place for November with nine total sides. No doubt she will be ranking high for our end of year reports with all of her regular appearances here throughout 2022. 

Third place is a three way tie! Kimber Regan of Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice in Hanford, California, John Powell of Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty in Tucson, Arizona, and Barry Reed of Help-U-Sell Reed & Associates in Naples, FL, all meet together with five sides each for November. 

When fourth and fifth place are also ties, it’s the kind of bounty one wants for the holiday season. 

Office SellerBuyer Total
Help-U-Sell Greensboro8816
Help-U-Sell Heritage Real Estate of Steele County Inc.369
Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice325
Help-U-Sell Reed and Associates325
Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty325
Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties404
Help-U-Sell Legacy224
Help-U-Sell West Valley Specialists314
Help-U-Sell Metropolitan314
Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties213
Help-U-Sell Sims Realty213
Help-U-Sell San Antonio Hill Country213
Help-U-Sell Real Estate Masters213

What would the Gross Sales Volume Report even look like without one of our two favorite fellows sitting in the Top Spot? We don’t know, but you’ll be the first to hear about it if and when that day comes! 

Which brings us, of course, to said favorite fellow: Patrick Wood and the team at Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties in Chino Hills, California. They veer into the top spot by a slim margin this month. With $3.6 million in sales for November, this victory was won by a difference of $429,700.

Jack Bailey

Second place goes to Jack Bailey and the team at Help-U-Sell Greensboro in North Carolina this month. With $3,205,300 to call their own, it’s easy to see why Jack’s team is always stacking up high against our other busy offices.

Richard Cricchio of Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties

Richard Cricchio of Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties in Hawaii is in third place for the eleventh month. With $2.8 million in sales, there is lots to be thankful for in paradise. 

While you celebrate with your loved ones this year, please take a moment to reflect on all that you have done for your clients, your business, and your team. There is a ton to be proud of and thankful for. Thank you for being here with us.

Office Gross Sales Volume
Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties$3,635,000
Help-U-Sell Greensboro$3,205,300
Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties$2,875,000
Help-U-Sell Legacy$2,333,000
Help-U-Sell Heritage Real Estate of Steele County Inc.$1,841,900
Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice$1,802,000
Help-U-Sell 951 Realty$1,773,500
Help-U-Sell Galleria Realty$1,720,000
Help-U-Sell Advance Realty$1,592,000
Help-U-Sell Sims Realty$1,501,000
Help-U-Sell Reed and Associates$1,407,000
Help-U-Sell West Valley Specialists$1,325,000
Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty$1,200,500
Help-U-Sell San Antonio Hill Country$1,071,120
Help-U-Sell Inland Valley$1,025,000

May Top Producers 2022

“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” Although written many years ago, author William James could have been talking about the multiple hats worn in a day’s work for our Top Producers. Anyone who has joined our twice-monthly Power Hours over time knows that there is no magic bullet that brings all the home seller leads and attention. It’s more like an arsenal! While certain efforts realize more results in some markets, those smaller efforts also make a difference, too.

Jack Bailey

Making an enormous difference is none other than Jack Bailey at Help-U-Sell Greensboro in North Carolina. Jack’s team brought in 12 total sides for the very merry month of May, with an even divide between buyers and sellers. Very merry, indeed!

Jeff Hedberg and his team at Help-U-Sell Real Masters of Port Huron, Michigan, were just two spots behind with ten total sides for the fifth month of the year. Again, with an even split between buyers and sellers. Nature has such balance!

Third place is a tie with seven sides per office! Our first shared applause goes to the recently transferred office, Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty in Tucson, Arizona, which is now under the care of our very own John Powell. Sharing the accolades is Walt Hippauf of Help-U-Sell Peoples Real Estate in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 

Fourth place has three offices with six sides a piece. Patrick Wood of Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties in Chino Hills, California, Kimber Regan of Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice in Hanford, California, and Kimberly Zelena of Help-U-Sell Direct Savings Real Estate in Waynesboro, Virginia. 

Office Seller Buyer Total
Help-U-Sell Greensboro6612
Help-U-Sell Real Estate Masters5510
Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty527
Help-U-Sell Peoples Real Estate437
Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties516
Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice426
Help-U-Sell Direct Savings Real Estate516
Help-U-Sell Mike Bowling505
Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties314
Help-U-Sell Heritage Real Estate of Steele County Inc.134

As predicted in last month’s Gross Sales Volume report, Patrick Wood of Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties in Chino Hills, California, once again takes the lead away from his primary competitor in Hawaii. Patrick locks in first place with $5.3 million in sales for May.

Richard Cricchio of Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties

Speaking of Hawaii, here is Richard Cricchio of Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties. May brought $5.2 million in sales for his team. The difference between first and second place this month was only $115, 750.  The saga continues.

Third place is our long time coach, John Powell of Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty in Tucson, Arizona. He makes a splash into third place with $3.7 million in gross sales. What a comeback! 

Jack Bailey

Jack Bailey at Help-U-Sell Greensboro in North Carolina is just behind with $3.5 million in sales. The difference between third and fourth place was only $240,348!

Reports of the real estate slow down are everywhere in conjunction with the effects of inflation and higher mortgage rates. There is still high demand in many markets. Coupled with tenacity, smart marketing, and of course, home seller savings, we still have the makings for a summer sizzler. 

Office Gross Sales Volume 
Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties$5,368,000
Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties$5,252,250
Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty$3,750,000
Help-U-Sell Greensboro$3,509,652
Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice$2,208,800
Help-U-Sell Wright $2,160,000
Help-U-Sell Real Estate Masters$1,843,900
Help-U-Sell Capital City$1,656,000
Help-U-Sell Peoples Real Estate$1,652,000
Help-U-Sell 951 Realty$1,530,000

Not Business as Usual, But Open for Business

With the “sheltering in place” and quarantine orders extended until the end of April, one thing we still know is: lots of people still need to sell and buy homes. With an eye towards social distancing, the real estate  industry, and Help-U-Sell Real Estate “Experts Next Door” in particular, have changed business practices to adjust to current safety procedures and protocols. 

Some states have already had real estate deemed as an essential business, which provides some leeway as we strive to continue to serve our clients. Creativity in overcoming obstacles and problem solving is the theme of the day. Naturally, technology plays an enormous part. Whether working virtually, or with key staff rotating in the actual office, we are committed to continuing work for you in every way we safely can.

John Powell

“We are doing real estate in a different way. This is still a perfect opportunity to create new connections and reaffirm old ones. We are calling our previous clients to check in on them, and see if they need anything, especially if they are unable to leave home. We are recording our listing presentations and buyer consultations to have them handy to email to our current leads.”  – John Powell, Broker and Chief Development Officer, Help-U-Sell Real Estate Headquarters

“I’ve remodeled my business entirely. I’ve been doing listing presentations via GoToMeeting, and either going to the property to sign listing agreements or conducting it via DocuSign. I have had transactions where I do not see the seller until settlement time. Sometimes I have not seen them in person at all.” – Walt Hippuaf, Broker/Owner, Help-U-Sell Peoples Real Estate, Philadelphia, PA

Kimberly Zelena, Help-U-Sell Direct Savings Real Estate

“One of our agents walked through the house live with the client using GoogleDuo. She recorded a video, uploaded it to where the house is listed for other potential buyers to view it. Closings are limited to ten people or fewer – only the people who absolutely have to be there.” – Kimberly Zelena, Owner, Help-U-Sell Direct Savings Real Estate, Waynesboro, VA

“We moved up closings as quickly as possible for two of our elderly clients. We had the escrow officer go out and sign a client yesterday, and a mobile notary visited another client to get the job done. I’m doing as much as I can on my own. For example, my new phone takes great wide angle photos and video. I’m filming my listings, and post regularly on social media.” – Lona Lassen Murphy, Broker/Owner, Help-U-Sell Oregon, Eugene, OR

“Two of my recent clients, sisters buying condos in the same building, closed yesterday. One could not be in state at all. The tours, the inspection, and the final walk through were all done virtually. During the inspections, I was there, live on FaceTime so she was able to ask questions. The closings were done via email and with e-signatures. Electronic and mobile notaries were approved in Florida this year and that helps a lot.” – Chantell Stevens, Broker/Owner, Help-U-Sell Gulf Coast, Sarasota, FL

“We invested in the cameras to do high quality photos and virtual tours. The majority of people now view home listings on their phone, so we wanted to ensure they have the best viewing experience we can provide from where they are.” – John Metcalf, Broker/Owner, Help-U-Sell Inland Valley, Lake Elsinor, CA

“We are moving closing dates up to help clients close faster. Showing houses is still possible with the CBS (call before showing) code, and assigning a special window to view the home. No one else is allowed in during that time. Both safety and security are increased.” – Yasumi Davis, Broker/Owner, Help-U-Sell Golden Homes, Martinez, CA

“The market here is almost business as normal. Yesterday there were 22 new listings and 11 active contracts. Buyers and sellers who feel like they need to go are allowing showings, but no open houses, of course. It feels like a rainy day open house: you know there won’t be much traffic, but what you do get will be serious. I am telling sellers who haven’t listed yet to get everything ready in advance, so when the restrictions are lifted they will be ready for the burst of opportunity that is bound to happen.” – David Bartels, Broker/Owner, Help-U-Sell Full Service Realty, Westlake Village, CA

“Homes that are vacant are a gold mine, but when they are not, we’ve found virtual tours have been the most helpful.” – Kurt Steffien, Broker/Owner, Help-U-Sell Coast and Valley, Santa Ana, CA

“I have been able to work via text and email.  In one case I drove to escrow to drop off signed documents that had to have a wet signature. I wore an N95 mask, gloves, and used hand sanitizer.” – Raul Novales, Broker/Owner, Help-U-Sell Wisdom Realty, Ontario, CA

To find the Help-U-Sell office closest to serving your area, use our office locator tool. https://www.helpusell.com/OfficeLocator.html

Coaching: A Path to Success

Jack Bailey, Help-U-Sell Greensboro
Jack Bailey serves as a coach for Help-U-Sell Real Estate offices.

Coaching isn’t just for professional athletes. Real estate agents and brokers also benefit from the guidance and support of a coach. More than half of respondents to a 2014 survey by Inman said their business increased by at least 25 percent during the first year of working with a coach.

Of course, it can be pricey. Personal coaching costs most of the Inman respondents between $300 and $749 per month. Did you know that Help-U-Sell Real Estate offers small group coaching to our franchisees for no fee? Groups are limited to a small number of members, and they’re segmented based on the goals of the participants.

Coaching group members have weekly assignments such as creating a marketing budget and tracking their leads. They also learn from each other during open discussions.

In 2015, our brokers who participated in an internal coaching program saw an average revenue increase of 41.4 percent over 2014.

John Powell, one of Help-U-Sell Real Estate’s coaches, attributes this improvement to the change in point of view a coach is able to provide to a broker.

“A coach can stand outside of the business and view it with a different perspective than the broker who’s involved in the day-to-day operation,” said Powell. “The great thing about our program is, there’s no charge to our franchisees. It’s just a time investment.”

Participants see positive results from the guidance they receive.

“I think our business has benefited considerably,” said Eric Stalter, broker-owner of Help-U-Sell East Valley. “By setting goals on paper and tracking my leads and conversions, I am able to follow my business growth and actually see where I need change and improvement.”

If you’re interested in being coached, contact the corporate office. Jack Bailey of broker-owner of Help-U-Sell Greensboro, and the corporate office’s Powell and James Dingman all have openings in their weekly groups. Not yet one of our franchisees? Visit www.helpusellfranchise.com to learn how to become one.

Help-U-Sell Real Estate Hires Veteran Franchisee as Chief Development Officer

John Powell joins Help-U-Sell Real Estate
John Powell has joined Help-U-Sell Real Estate’s corporate staff as its Chief Development Officer.

We want to officially announce that John Powell has joined the Help-U-Sell Real Estate corporate staff! As many of you know, John is a veteran franchisee. He has also presented at our Success Summits and coaches other franchisees. He served as a regional director, as well, so he is very familiar with our system from all aspects.

Now, he is our Chief Development Officer.

While he spread the company’s message in the Tucson area as broker-owner of Help-U-Sell Galleria, his new position affords him the chance to do this on a larger scale.

“I joined the corporate team to help as many brokers as possible enjoy the success that I have experienced with Help-U-Sell Real Estate,” John says.

“My role has two primary objectives: one is coaching existing offices to increase their production and profitability by focusing on marketing, adding good people to their staff, training those people, and setting up systems to make the office run smoothly and efficiently,” he says. “The second role is to help build franchise sales to bring more brokers in to the Help-U-Sell Real Estate family and grow the franchise.”

The corporate staff is excited to have John officially on board.

“John brings decades of real estate and regional development experience, on top of being a Help-U-Sell Real Estate family member for nearly 30 years,” says Robert Stevens, our Chief Operations Officer. “He will be driving network growth and development to help us reach our goals for 2016-17 and beyond.”

If you are a current broker who is interested in joining a coaching group, please get in touch. If you are not yet one of our franchisees but would like to learn about becoming one, please visit helpusellfranchise.com.

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