January 31st, 2015 at 10:00 am
Alfredo Garcia, recently promoted to manager of our Chula Vista Eastlake Village office, likes the diversity of his new position. Born in Mexico City, he is fluent in Spanish and English, as are many of his 66 agents.
“The Chula Vista office serves a true blend of ethnicities, which is an advantage being so close to the Mexican border,” Garcia said. “Our agents speak the languages of several South American countries, such as Argentina. Some speak Vietnamese and Filipino. One woman speaks five languages. It’s a wonderful mix.
“I like to help build confidence in all of my agents so they can build trust and satisfaction with their clients. We give them the best tools and resources to succeed. New agents are very impressed because of all the tools they receive as part of their training. I like seeing their big smile when they open their first escrow. Their success is my success.”
(more…)
January 29th, 2015 at 2:00 pm
As part of our Social Spotlight series, today you’ll learn about our YouTube page. We’re guessing you’ve probably heard of YouTube. If not, prepare to be amazed. Like other social media platforms, YouTube is a place for people to connect and share information.
The lowdown
Founded in 2005, YouTube has forever changed the way consumers watch video on the Internet. In the most simplistic sense, YouTube is a website that hosts video. Users can create their own profile and page, and businesses can have a presence on the site as a brand.
The numbers
(more…)
January 29th, 2015 at 8:15 am
David M. Cabot, our President and CEO, has been ranked No. 31 in the 2014 Swanepoel Power 200 list, a comprehensive roster of leading CEOs and senior executives whose leadership and experience drive the industry and their organizations.
“The SP200 serves to identify those leaders that impact and lead the residential real estate brokerage industry,” said Rob Hahn, Executive Editor of the Swanepoel Power 200. “We acknowledge their enormous influence and contribution to our industry by detailing their role in improving the overall home buying transaction and the real estate business in particular.”
“I am honored to be listed among the accomplished executives on the Swanepoel Power 200,” Cabot said. “And I am pleased to note that another 21 executives from HomeServices of America, our parent company, also are on the list. Their contribution to our collective success is an ongoing source of pride for the entire organization.”
(more…)
January 21st, 2015 at 4:00 pm
The recently formed Ventura chapter of The Charitable Foundation raised more than $4,000 at its first event, a Bingo Extravaganza held in November at Unitarian Universalist Church of Ventura. More than 100 guests attended the event, which included a silent auction, food and beverages.
“The Ventura chapter is off to a great start supporting local organizations that focus on the community, education, health and the environment,” said Natalie M. Hill, director of the Sherman Oaks-based nonprofit foundation.
(more…)
January 16th, 2015 at 10:00 am
Kristin Elise Link, a third-generation La Jollan, has been named Rookie of the Year in our La Jolla office for having the highest sales volume of an agent new to the industry in her first 18 months.
“In Elise’s case it was 12 months, as two of her sales were listings in excess of more than $1 million each in La Jolla last year,” said Nicki Marcellino, Regional Vice President and Branch Manager.
“We are proud to have Elise as a member of our team. Her hard work and dedication to her clients and the community are not only a tribute to her success, but also contribute to the culture of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties La Jolla office.”
(more…)
