Friday, March 5, 2010

Things Are Looking Up – Finding Success during Tough Economic Times

RISMEDIA, March 5, 2010—Despite the changes in the real estate industry and the economic despair that accompanied 2009, Realty Executives International, Inc. has maintained a steadfast approach in its commitment to supporting its “Executives” (real estate agents) in their success.

Contrary to the consumer-focused approach of most real estate companies, Realty Executives’ Owner and Executive Chairman Rich Rector believes that consumers reap the benefits of agents distinguished in their marketplace for productivity, entrepreneurial business approach and expert real estate knowledge.

That is why, early on, Realty Executives drew a distinction between the Executive level of productivity and professionalism versus that of the average licensed agent. “By supporting our Executives’ productivity and success, the consumer then experiences us as the most professional in their marketplace,” says Rector.

For the complete article, please visit http://rismedia.com/2010-03-04/things-are-looking-up-finding-success-during-tough-economic-times/.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Realty Executives International Awards Franchising Rights to Six Countries of Gulf Region

RISMEDIA, March 2, 2010—Realty Executives International, Inc. announced franchising rights to six countries of the Middle East’s Gulf Region: United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar. The agreement was fully executed on January 21, 2010.

“The natural resources and destination status of the Gulf Region has positioned it as a major global leader in business and tourism,” says Glenn Melton, chief executive officer of Realty Executives International. “And being able to tap into that network adds great value to our system of Realtors.”

In a three year, phased growth plan, Franchise Owners Ahmed Alshaer and Eissa Alhateri plan to open 12 brokerage offices with approximately 100 Executives (real estate agents) by Q1 of 2013. The first office will open this quarter in Saudi Arabia followed by a second office in Qatar. Offices in the UAE, Muscat and Oman are slated for 2011; offices in Manama, Bahrain and Kuwait are planned for 2012.

“Ahmed and Eissa are entrepreneurs with strong vision and foresight,” states Scott Hurlock, vice president of franchise development for Realty Executives International. “I believe they will reinvent how people do real estate business in the Gulf Region.”

Alshaer, formerly with Realogy for Gulf Council Countries, is currently working in collaboration with the UAE governments to build a standardized Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in an effort to streamline inventory listings similarly to the United States’ MLS real estate model.

For more information, visit www.RealtyExecutives.com.