RISMedia Ranks Top 700 Brokers in 20th Annual Power Broker Report & Survey

ERA Key Realty Services is proud to announce that it has been named to RISMedia’s 20th Annual Power Broker Report & Survey. ERA Key Realty Services ranked 297 in closed transaction sides in the Power Broker Report, which identifies and ranks America’s largest residential real estate brokerage companies by transaction sides and sales volume.

The results of this year’s Power Broker Survey reflect the market downturn felt from coast to coast. Longer listing times, more cautious buyers and the mortgage meltdown resulted in fewer total transactions—2,322,210 in 2007 compared to 2,754,618 in 2006. Meanwhile, price appreciation continued its decline, resulting in lower total sales volume—$749,201,552,294 in 2007 compared to $855,755,959,352 in 2006.

To view the complete Power Broker Survey results, visit www.rismedia.com.

“Appearing in RISMedia’s 2008 Power Broker Report is more important than ever,” explains RISMedia President & CEO John Featherston. “By ranking the industry’s leading brokerages by sales dollar volume and transaction, we have been able to identify the leaders in real estate year after year. It’s a great promotion and recruitment tool and a great way to show consumers that the real estate industry is still open for business.

“Being among the top 700 brokers in the country is a sure way to gain the trust of speculative clients, differentiate your firm from the competition, and catch the eye of ambitious new recruits.”

ERA Key Realty Services has offices in Framingham, Franklin, Milford, Oxford, Spencer, Westboro, Whitinsville and Worcester. With sales of $400 million in 2007, it is among the top 10 residential real estate brokerage firms in Massachusetts and the top ERA Company in Massachusetts.

ERA Key Realty Services’ Flannery and Zide Awarded Leader’s Circle

ERA Key Realty Services of Whitinsville is proud to announce that Nelson Zide of the firm’s Framingham Office and Donna Flannery of the firm’s Spencer Office are award recipients for Leader’s Circle. The company recently attended the Boston Council of ERA Brokers’ annual awards banquet at the Sheraton Hotel in Milford, MA, where Zide and Flannery accepted their awards. In order to qualify for Leader’s Circle, agents are required to have sold 75+ Units or $225,000+ AGC (Adjusted Gross Commission).
Flannery and Zide are full time real estate professionals with ERA Key Realty Services and bring years of experience to the firm and their individual offices.
Bruce Taylor, President of ERA Key Realty Services, commented: “Leader’s Circle is the elite level of sales production. These agents are among the top 5% of all agents in the country. Nelson and Donna also qualified to attend the Beyond Excellence Conference at the Atlantis Hotel in the Bahamas later this year.”
ERA Key Realty Services has offices in Framingham, Franklin, Milford, Oxford, Spencer, Westboro, Whitinsville and Worcester. With sales of $400 million and over 1,350 transactions in 2007, it is among the top 10 residential real estate brokerage firms in Massachusetts and among the top 10 of all ERA Companies Nationwide, as well as being the top ERA Company in Massachusetts.

Agents of ERA Key Realty Services Awarded Beyond Excellence

ERA Key Realty Services recently attended the Boston Council of ERA Brokers’ annual awards banquet. The event was held at the Sheraton Hotel in Milford on Tuesday, March 18, 2008. ERA Key was proud to have several real estate professionals receive awards for Beyond Excellence. Agents that qualified for this award were required to have sold 50+ Units or $125,000 AGC (Adjusted Gross Commission) and agent teams needed 75+ Units or $187.5K+ AGC.
The following ERA Key real estate agents received this recognition: From the Framingham Office: Karen LaChance, Donna Moy Bruno, Ellen Sollima, Phillippe Vert; From the Franklin Office: Rick Herrick; From the Milford Office: Linda Abrams; From the Oxford Office: Susan Frieswick, Linda Hale; From the Whitinsville Office: Cheryl Eidinger-Taylor, Deb Evans Farley, Cindy Palker; From the Worcester Office: Julie Sprindzunas, The Luz & Jen Team, Luz Gonzales and Jen Solin.
Bruce Taylor, President of ERA Key Realty Services noted that, “Beyond Excellence is truly for those agents who are a cut above the rest. Most agents at this level are consistent career professionals with a long term goal of success and stability. These agents also qualified to attend the Beyond Excellence Conference being held at the Atlantis Hotel in the Bahamas, later this year.”
ERA Key Realty Services has offices in Framingham, Franklin, Milford, Oxford, Spencer, Westboro, Whitinsville and Worcester. With sales of $400 million and over 1,350 transactions in 2007, it is among the top 10 residential real estate brokerage firms in Massachusetts and among the top 10 of all ERA Companies Nationwide, as well as being the top ERA Company in Massachusetts.

Agents of ERA Key Realty Services Awarded Ambassador’s Circle

ERA Key Realty Services in Whitinsville would like to acknowledge the recent accomplishments of several of the firm’s real estate professionals. The company attended the Boston Council of ERA Brokers’ annual awards ceremony on Tuesday, March 18, 2008, held at the Sheraton Hotel in Milford, MA. The award for Ambassador’s Circle was presented to agents from each of ERA Key’s eight offices. To qualify for this recognition, individual agents are required to have 20 Units, or $75,000 in AGC (Adjusted Gross Commission) and agent teams need 30 Units or $112,500 in AGC.
The following ERA Key Agents met these requirements and received the Ambassador’s Circle award: From the Framingham Office – Clark and Marcy Broden, Lisa Lauar, Joannie Mastro, Denise Russo; From the Franklin Office – Jeff Allaire, Eva Mullen, Ann Lavelle, Julie Tonkonogy; From the Milford Office – Lynne Castiglioni, Tina Lavery, Deborah Nickerson, Sharon O’Reilly, Maggie Ray, Team Rudman; From the Oxford Office – Sheri Barrette, Sandi Grzyb; From the Spencer Office – Darlene Eager; From the Westboro Office – Tara Cassery, Alison Zorovich; From the Whitinsville Office – Kathy Craig, Sue and Brian Dicks, Steve and Lori Martel; From the Worcester Office – Karen Mason Dauderis, Tom Davis, Chris Reilly.
Bruce Taylor, President of ERA Key Realty Services, commented on the achievements of these agents, saying, “Ambassador Circle recognition is given to the agents who have proven themselves to be well above average in their sales achievement.”
ERA Key Realty Services has offices in Framingham, Franklin, Milford, Oxford, Spencer, Westboro, Whitinsville and Worcester. With sales of $400 million and over 1,350 transactions in 2007, it is among the top 10 residential real estate brokerage firms in Massachusetts and among the top 10 of all ERA Companies Nationwide, as well as being the top ERA Company in Massachusetts.

Les Rudman of ERA Key Realty Services Receives CRS Designation

Milford, MA 4/10/08- ERA Key Realty Services of Whitinsville is proud to announce that Uxbridge resident Les Rudman of the firm’s Milford Branch has been awarded the prestigious Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation by the Council of Residential Specialists, the largest not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of Realtors.

Realtors who receive the CRS Designation have completed advanced courses and have demonstrated professional expertise in the field of residential real estate. Fewer than 38,000 Realtors nationwide have earned the credential.

Home buyers and sellers can be assured that CRS Designees subscribe to the strict Realtor code of ethics, have access to the latest technology and are specialists in helping clients maximize profits and minimize costs when buying or selling a home.

Rudman has been a sales associate with ERA Key Realty Services for 8 years and is licensed in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. He has previously been President of the Milford Lions and is a member of the Greater Boston Board of Realtors. Additionally, Rudman has his MBA from Boston University, is Relocation Certified for buyers & sellers and is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR).

ERA Key Realty Services has offices in Framingham, Franklin, Milford, Oxford, Spencer, Westboro, Whitinsville and Worcester. With sales of $400 million and over 1,350 transactions in 2007, it is among the top 10 residential real estate brokerage firms in Massachusetts and among the top 10 of all ERA Companies Nationwide, as well as being the top ERA Company in Massachusetts.

Donna Flannery of ERA Key Realty Services is Awarded Top Agent

Spencer, MA – ERA Key Realty Services in Whitinsville is proud to announce that sales associate Donna Morin-Flannery of the firm’s local Spencer office was recently recognized as the top agent in the ERA Boston Broker Council for 2007.
Despite a very challenging real estate environment in 2007, Flannery maintained a consistent program of hard work and effort on behalf of her clients. This resulted in her being presented with awards for ending the year as the number one agent in terms of both production and units sold for the entire Broker Council. To place this accomplishment in perspective, the ERA Boston Broker Council has 18 agencies and over 800 agents.
In addition, Flannery was presented with the coveted “Beyond Excellence Award”. This award is given by ERA in recognition of achieving a high level of service and production, which places Flannery in the very top percentile of sales agents Nationwide.
Flannery is an Accredited Buyers Representative, as well as a Realtor member and past vice president of the Worcester Regional Association of Realtors. A life long resident of Spencer, Flannery is also a Corporator of the Spencer Savings Bank and was the Spencer Exchange Club Citizen of the Year in 2007.
ERA Key Realty Services has offices in Framingham, Franklin, Milford, Oxford, Spencer, Westboro, Whitinsville and Worcester. With sales of $400 million and over 1350 transactions in 2007, it is among the top 10 residential real estate brokerage firms in Massachusetts and among the top 10 of all ERA Companies Nationwide, as well as being the top ERA Company in Massachusetts.

ERA Key Realty Services recognizes Sollima as Top Producer for Sales Volume

Framingham, MA – ERA Key Realty Services has recognized Ellen Sollima, a local real estate professional in the Framingham branch, for her sales volume in 2007. At the company’s recent Annual Meeting, Sollima was named the Top Sales Producer for Sales Volume out of the firm’s 255 agents. Additionally, Sollima was awarded a trip to The Atlantis in the Bahamas, along with five other full time sales associates, in recognition of being the company’s top producers.
Sollima has been associated with ERA Key Realty Services for twelve years and continues to comment on the company’s “strong sense of teamwork and professionalism.”
ERA Key Realty Services has offices in Framingham, Franklin, Milford, Oxford, Spencer, Westboro, Whitinsville and Worcester. With sales of $400 million in 2007, it is among the top 10 residential real estate brokerage firms in Massachusetts and the top ERA Company in Massachusetts.

ERA Key Realty Services’ Donna Flannery Named Citizen of the Year

From Steve Hubbard, Spencer Office Manager, ERA Key Realty Services

Donna Flannery of the ERA Key Spencer office has been named Citizen of the Year by the Exchange Club of Spencer for her numerous contributions to the community. This is a prestigious award that was conveyed with recognition from both the House and the Senate of Massachusetts by official citations, as well as an award from the Exchange Club itself.

The award as presented states:
“Presented to Donna Flannery. In recognition and appreciation of your dedicated service to the community of Spencer. Your tireless efforts, kindness and generosity have made a significant impact on the lives of our youth.” Spencer Exchange Club, May 1, 2007.

One of the core values of ERA Key Realty Services is that “You Get By Giving.” Donna is a great example of someone who truly lives this and makes an impact on the greater community, as well as the clients fortunate enough to work with her.

The Exchange Club is an all volunteer, national service organization for men and women who want to serve their community, develop leadership skills and enjoy new friendships. Exchange is made up of more than 800 clubs and nearly 28,000 members throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.

ERA Key Realty Services Receives Five Star Circle Of Excellence Award At Cartus Broker Network International Conference

(Whitinsville, MA, April 27, 2007) – ERA KEY REALTY SERVICES was honored for its outstanding performance during the last year at the 2007 Cartus Broker Network International Conference held April 15 -18, 2007, at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa in Scottsdale, Ariz.  More than 900 representatives attended the four-day event, which included interactive workshops, roundtable and panel discussions, and executive presentations.   

ERA KEY REALTY SERVICES was awarded the Five Star Circle of Excellence Award, which recognizes brokers who have met or exceeded their individual objectives for outgoing broker-to-broker referral closings during the calendar year.  Accepting the award on the company’s behalf were Cheryl Taylor, VP Relocation, Lori Kelleher, Relocation Director and Joanne Givans, Referral Coordinator.   

“The Cartus Broker Network is comprised of the best performing brokers in each market,“ said Deborah Williams, senior vice president of Cartus Supply Chain Management. “The effort of ERA KEY REALTY SERVICES toward achieving and surpassing their 2006 goals exemplifies the commitment to superior performance we have come to value from our brokers.  We are proud to be affiliated with such a talented organization and look forward to continuing to chart our future toward success.” 

“This award symbolizes ERA KEY REALTY SERVICES’ strong relationship with Cartus,” said Cheryl Taylor, VP Relocation, ERA Key Realty Services.  “Through hard work, commitment, and the support of the Broker Network, we were able to achieve our goals and beyond.  We are honored to have received this prominent award.”   

At the four-day conference, Broker Network participants networked with other industry professionals and exchanged information and ideas regarding team-building, revenue generation, retention, new business strategies, and increasing customer service – essential elements for continued success.  

About Cartus

Cartus Broker Network is the nation’s leading real estate referral network consisting of more than 375 principal and 600 associate brokers that serve the clients and customers of Cartus.  Cartus Corporation is the premier provider of global mobility management and workforce development solutions serving the corporate, government, and affinity markets. Through its industry-leading mobility management outsourcing, consulting, and intercultural and language training, Cartus helps the mobile workforces of organizations of all sizes achieve success worldwide. With more than 50 years of experience, Cartus helps clients achieve cost reductions and enhance service performance to accomplish their organizational objectives. Cartus is part of Realogy Corporation, the world’s leading real estate franchisor. Realogy has a diversified business model that also includes real estate brokerage, relocation, and title services. Visit www.cartus.com and www.realogy.com for more information. 

ERA Key Realty Services is a locally owned franchisee of ERA.  With 9 offices in Central Massachusetts and Metro West and 290 licensed agents is among the top 10 companies in ERA nationwide and one of the top 5 real estate companies in Massachusetts.

ERA Key Realty Services of Framingham Names Top Producers

Framingham, MA – ERA Key Realty Services of Whitinsville announced recently in the firm’s
Framingham office that local agents Marcy & Clark Broden have been awarded the Top Dollar Volume Agents for 2006 and were honored at the annual ERA Key Realty Conference.  The Broden’s are hard working professionals and their numbers show it. They have been realtors for 24 years, 17 of which have been with ERA Key, and have sold 1300 properties in Metrowest. This has put them among the top producers in the company year after year, as they exemplify the ERA Motto “Always There For You!”
ERA Key Realty Services is a locally owned franchisee of ERA.  With 9 offices in Central Massachusetts and Metro West and 290 licensed agents is among the top 10 companies in ERA nationwide and one of the top 5 real estate companies in Massachusetts.