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April Top Producers 2023

“You can cut all the flowers, but you cannot keep Spring from coming.” – Pablo Neruda

A lovely turn of phrase and apt metaphor for the topsy-turvy nature of the real estate market. Inflation, threats of recession, rising or fluctuating interest rates – none of that deters committed real estate professionals like our Broker/Owners at Help-U-Sell Real Estate. The secret for surviving tough times is to take daily actions that help you thrive. In trying times, our Top Producers keep doing what they do best: calling to check in with past clients, sending sold and saved cards, doing pop bys, and putting up door hangers. You know: marketing! They are planting seeds today for the promise of spring business blossoming down the road – and blossom it does.

No one is better at cultivating home sellers and buyers than Jack Bailey. His team at Help-U-Sell Greensboro in North Carolina make real estate doomsayers look silly. They brought 11 total sides for April, eight of which are sellers. Inventory may be low, but folks ready to sell are turning to Jack.

In second place is Jeff Hedberg of Help-U-Sell Real Masters in Port Huron, Michigan with eight sides. Jeff’s team has excelled in growing their presence and business consistently in Port Huron, thriving consistently to be at the top of their market.

Richard Cricchio of Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties

Ricard Cricchio of Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties in Hawaii comes in third with five sides for April. With weather so temperate and rain every day, there is always something growing in Hawaii.

John Powell, Help-U-Sell The Powell Group

Fourth place has a three way tie featuring John Powell at Help-U-Sell The Powell Group in Tucson, Arizona, Patrick Wood with his team at Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties in Chino Hill, California and Kimber Regan of Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice in Hanford, California. Each office closed April with four sides.

Office	Seller	Buyer	Total
Help-U-Sell Greensboro	8	3	11
Help-U-Sell Real Estate Masters	5	3	8
Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties	3	2	5
Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties	4	0	4
Help-U-Sell The Powell Group	2	2	4
Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice	2	2	4
Help-U-Sell Legacy	2	1	3
Help-U-Sell Winn 4 U Realty	2	1	3
Help-U-Sell Keystone Realty	2	1	3
Help-U-Sell Heritage Real Estate of Steele County Inc.	3	0	3

Over here in the Gross Sales Volume Report, some very familiar faces are buzzing around!

Our favorite island-bound Broker/Owner is in first place: Richard Cricchio of Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties in Hawaii. His team helped create a $3.9 million sales month.

Jack Bailey at Help-U-Sell Greensboro in North Carolina earns the second place spot for April just a little bit shy of $3.1 million.

Trailing behind by just $290,032 in third place is Patrick Wood of Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties in Chino Hills, California. His team has pulled in $2.8 million for April. .

Spring has not yet sprung, but it looks like it is in the works.

Office	Gross Sales Volume
Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties	$3,965,000
Help-U-Sell Greensboro	$3,092,095
Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties	$2,802,063
Help-U-Sell Alpha Paladins Realty	$1,900,000
Help-U-Sell Real Estate Masters	$1,632,300
Help-U-Sell Legacy	$1,628,000
Help-U-Sell The Powell Group	$1,290,900
Help-U-Sell Winn 4 U Realty	$1,244,500
Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice	$1,117,500
Help-U-Sell Metropolitan	$752,500

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.

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.

Kimber Regan, Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice

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	Seller	Buyer	Total
Help-U-Sell Greensboro	8	8	16
Help-U-Sell Heritage Real Estate of Steele County Inc.	3	6	9
Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice	3	2	5
Help-U-Sell Reed and Associates	3	2	5
Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty	3	2	5
Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties	4	0	4
Help-U-Sell Legacy	2	2	4
Help-U-Sell West Valley Specialists	3	1	4
Help-U-Sell Metropolitan	3	1	4
Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties	2	1	3
Help-U-Sell Sims Realty	2	1	3
Help-U-Sell San Antonio Hill Country	2	1	3
Help-U-Sell Real Estate Masters	2	1	3

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.

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 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.

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!

John Powell, Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty

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.

Patrick Wood, Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties

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 Greensboro	6	6	12
Help-U-Sell Real Estate Masters	5	5	10
Help-U-Sell SE Rita Ranch Realty	5	2	7
Help-U-Sell Peoples Real Estate	4	3	7
Help-U-Sell Prestige Properties	5	1	6
Help-U-Sell The Smart Choice	4	2	6
Help-U-Sell Direct Savings Real Estate	5	1	6
Help-U-Sell Mike Bowling	5	0	5
Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties	3	1	4
Help-U-Sell Heritage Real Estate of Steele County Inc.	1	3	4

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.

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 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.

“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.