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Are You A Ponderer? By Pat Farrell

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According to the dictionary pondering means to consider something deeply and thoroughly; to meditate (upon or over); to weigh carefully in the mind: to consider thoughtfully. There are many things in life that we have faced or will face in the future that may require us to ponder the pros and cons of our actions before we decide the direction we will ultimately take. For example, when graduating from high school we may ponder over going to college or not, and if so, what should be our major - should we choose a school near our home town or one in some other area of the country? That takes serious consideration - so we ponder. The people we serve in our real estate industry must ponder over whether they should buy a small home that suits their current needs or a larger one that will later accommodate the children that may come along or the parents who may need to come

live with them. They will also ponder over which area is best for them, whether they should buy a pre owned home or if they should have a new one built to their specifications. These are some very serious issues in life that require us to lengthily “ponder over them!” But there are also issues that do not require pondering or, for that matter, take much time at all to consider a course of action. If, for example, you are on your way home from work, are tired and prefer not to have to cook when you arrive there, then the decision to eat out on the way home or stop in at a store to pick up something microwaveable, or perhaps once home order a fully cooked meal delivered is really a no brainer! On the other hand, buying a car usually requires serious pondering. For example, what payment can you afford – should it be new or pre owned – what make and color is best for you - what features do you require as opposed to those that would be nice to have – should you buy or lease – which dealership has the best price? After all those considerations you will hopefully wind up with the perfect car for you. When I was younger I was a real ponderer because life seemed to hold so many things that required really deep thought to reach important decisions that had to be made, but now not so much, as that pathway has been mostly decided, so that leaves me time to ponder over things that really do not require an answer or are really not important enough put forth any effort trying to find one. While spending a considerable amount of time in doing online research I will often accidently come across things that others have to say that catch my attention and I have found items that others seem to ponder over like: Why are there interstate highways in Hawaii?

I have always found the English language to be fascinating and especially word usage so I really enjoy questions such as: Why does flammable and inflammable mean the same thing? And how come “fat” chance and “slim” chance amount to same thing just like slow “down” and slow “up” mean the same? Why isn’t the word “palindrome” spelled the same way backwards and why doesn’t onomatopoeia sound like what it is? What is another word for Thesaurus and is there a synonym for synonym? Why is abbreviation such a long word and why are there five syllables in the word "monosyllabic"? Why does “cleave” mean both split apart and stick together and finally, how come, although the plural of mouse is mice and louse is lice, the plural of house is definitely not hice? If you get to the point where there is little else to worry about you might want to ponder over: why when pizzas are usually round they come in a square box or why hotdogs come in packages of ten when the buns are in packages of eight. If something is declared as “the best thing since sliced bread” what was the best thing before sliced bread, and if nothing sticks to Teflon how did they get Teflon to stick to the pan? Why does corn have an ear if it cannot hear and what sort of fruit do you suppose is in Juicy Fruit gum? Just curious - when someone ships Styrofoam what do they use to protect it during its time in travel and, if you have heard that all the world is a stage, do you know where the audience will be sitting? Should it bother me that my doctor calls what he does “practice” or that my bank will charge me a fee for insufficient funds when it is obvious there will be insufficient funds to pay the fee? What would you say to God if He sneezed or what would Geronimo

scream when he jumped out of a plane? Or, why are buildings, once they have been built, still called buildings? Do you know what a “whack” is or what is in a whack so we will know why it is a problem when something is out of whack? Before drawing boards were invented what did folks go back to when something didn’t work the way expected, and, why is it that the folks who stuff fortune cookies to provide you with the winning lottery numbers are still working at their jobs? How does anyone know when it is time to tune their bagpipes, or why they sterilize needles when they are used for lethal injections. How many folks do you know that leave their cars, worth thousands of dollars, in the driveway because their garage is filled mostly useless junk? When you meet a psychic why do they have to ask your name or if they can predict what is coming why haven’t they won the lottery yet? If a turtle doesn’t have a shell would he be classified as homeless or just plain naked? When you buy a TV set shouldn’t there be more than one? Do you think that since “con” is the opposite of “pro” that that explains why congress is the opposite of progress? Finally, can you explain how it is possible to have a civil war? Sure, we know that most of us don’t have the time to spend pondering those kinds of things when we have enough other issues to worry about or to keep us busy. But isn’t it fascinating to think about all of the things that go on around us that we don’t stop to question because at that moment they are not significant enough to bother with. One day I hope that each of us will have the opportunity to just sit back, with feet up, and let our minds wander to ponder over the imponderable!

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Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Chili Cookoff

Kyra Smith and Dede Jackson, both Alamo Title.

Make Chili Not War Team

Alison Heft and Janet Wright both Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Realtors

Great Attendance!

Sandra Meyer and Valerie Lyday, both of Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Realtor

Super Hero Team!

Pat Busby, Leesa Rispoli with granddaughter Lee’ Ann and Clifton Jansky, Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Realtors.

D’Ann Harper and Valerie Lyday both Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Realtors

Clifton Jansky, Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Realtors.

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Howl-o-ween Bash at OnQ Financial Drew Kohlmeier and Cindy Kohlmeier, OnQ Financial.

Christina Rodriguez and Michela Lee both with OnQ Financial.

John Paul Martinez, Jose Martinez, OnQ Financial and Jackie Mortinez.

Cindy Kohlmeier, Megan Coleman, Lindsey Kneupper, Alicia Epperson and Maggie Rivera all OnQ Financial.

Ghost stories!

Paula Grigsby and Norma Ponce, both TAP FCU.

Chow time.

Cinderella Burns, Weichert Realtors with Mango.

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By Suzanne Westrum,

SABOR Communications Director

Positioning REALTORS® as the #1 Choice Many of you have likely seen the advertising campaign produced by the National Association of REALTORS® promoting the value of a REALTOR® through several online, print and broadcast platforms. For example, their “Get Realtor®” campaign modernizes the buying and selling process to appeal to Millennials as well as any other groups that are digitally connected and looking to purchase for the first time. There are also the popular “Phils-osophies” featuring Modern Family’s Ty Burrell in character as REALTOR® Phil Dunphy, espousing real estate wisdom by the fireplace. There are also the “#TBT” posts that capitalize on the Throwback Thursday (TBT) craze to showcase retro style home décor as a nod to outdated fashion choices that are humorous while promoting how a REALTOR® can help a consumer find the best home for them. This campaign has brought a

significant increase in awareness among the public about the value of a REALTOR®. Social media posts this year have received 27 million engagements alone and the video posts had 59 million engagements, outperforming industry benchmarks. Additionally, premium video placements on sites like Hulu received 53 million engagements, driving traffic to realtor.com and the "Find a Realtor®" search on realtor.com received 13.8 million hits. Similarly, realtor.com has been running a successful campaign featuring spokeswoman and actress Elizabeth Banks. These humorous and pointed commercials and webisodes are in their second year, and are outperforming their first year. The aim for this campaign has been to mirror how today’s younger, connected buyers and sellers consume information through digital, mobile and social means.

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While these campaigns have been successful at the national level, the San Antonio Board of REALTORS® also runs a full-scale public relations campaign in the San Antonio and surrounding areas. In fact, this year alone SABOR has appeared in the media more than 150 times. For example, you can find a column with great tips and insights to the buying and selling process every Sunday in the real estate section of the San Antonio Express News from Chairman Bob Jacobs; and our market statistics appear every month in publications like the San Antonio Business Journal, San Antonio Express News, KTSA Radio, Boerne Star and Hill Country Weekly, as well as many others. We regularly appear on local

morning talk shows such as WOAI’s San Antonio Living, KABB’s Daytime at Nine and KENS’ Great Day SA. Our spokespeople appear on the evening news broadcasts talking about the role of real estate in many economic developments across the city and surrounding areas. We also employ digital ads that appear on popular websites to drive traffic to SABOR.com where potential buyers and sellers can search for a property and a REALTOR®. We are excited to position San Antonio area REALTORS® as the best resource for buying and selling in the area, and look forward to another great year in 2017. Be sure to check our social media pages for the latest place to see SABOR in the news.

Marjorey Fetter, Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Realtors, and Karen Trueblood, Phyllis Browning, at the Platinum Top 50 Open House at Esperanza.

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GRI October Meeting at Petroleum Club

Adrianne Lacroix, Keller Williams Heritage and Annette Slater, Landlord Property Management.

Marian and Stuart Knowlton, Keller Williams Heritage.

Pat Strong, Speaker.

Laura Crane, Keller Williams Heritage and Laura Rae Palencia, Keller Williams City View.

Gloria Gallego, Realty Executives of SA and Judith Rivers, Phyllis Browning Company.

Carol Roberts, Coldwell Banker Dâ€™Ann Harper Realtors and Azeb Gordon, RE/MAX Corridor.

Janette Springer, Coldwell Banker Dâ€™Ann Harper Realtors and Thomas Hines, Reliance Residential Realty.

Nancy Brown, RE/MAX Corridor and Carmen Soto, Ultimate Realty.

Carlos Mugica and Sherrell Russell, both Keller Williams Heritage.

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Insite Architects, in great costumes at the IREM Fish Bowl Tournament.

Misty Wood, Keller Williams City View and Crystal Munoz, Full Spectrum Realty at the Highland Homes Open House at Ladera.

Sandra Meyers, Pat Busby and Valerie Lyday, all Coldwell Banker Dâ€™Ann Harper Realtors at the Chili Cookoff.

Denise Perry, Guest, with Joe Gluckman and Laura Ramos Valadez, both Keller Williams Heritage at the Champions School of Real Estate Job Fair.

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Keith Hale, Lauren Saathoff and Megan Schauffele, all with Highland Homes at the Grand Opening of Perry Homes and Highland Homes at the Ranches at Creekside.

FirstCal Texas Mortgage hosts a school supply drive for the Schech Center.

Caught Debbie Ortiz, Realty Executives Access, putting up a sign on a new listing!

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PT50 Open House at Esperanza

Tina Kazerouni, Home Team of America and Cathy Heshmat, ERA Troy.

Susan Brand, Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Realtors with Ryan Turner and Corinne Wall, both Scott Felder Homes.

Gina Schumer, Phyllis Browning Company, Larry Allen, Monticello Homes and Romana Disrud, Phyllis Browning Company.

Ela Ramsch Smith, Premier Realty Group with Hagen Retzloff and Karen Neighbors, Both Capital Title and Susan Sanders, RE/MAX Preferred.

Barbara del Amo, Keller Williams Legacy, Rose Arredondo, Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Realtors and Alice Ruiz, Alicia Ruiz Properties.

Nancy Brown, Sitterle Homes and Scott Kaufman, Kuper Sothebys International Realty.

J.R. Troy, ERA Troy and Kelly Maizel, PT50.

Joan Gaytan, Realty Executives of SA and Ruth Horace, Keller Williams Legacy.

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Carla Haley, Elaine Ludwig Real Estate at the Perry Homes & Highland Homes Grand Opening at the Ranches at Creekside.

Chris Gerhard, Century 21 Northside at the Highland Homes Open House at Ladera.

Annette Brown and Cindy Pundt, both Coldwell Banker Dâ€™Ann Harper Realtors at the Grand Opening of David Weekley Homes at Prospect Hill.

Chip Brown, Key Realty and Sue Trautner, BHHS PenFed Realty at the October GRI Meeting at the Petroleum Club.

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Elsa Cortina and Liz Montoya, both Century 21 Burroughs with Chuck Berry, Coldwell Banker Dâ€™Ann Harper Realtors, MarLet Morales, Home Team of America and Keith Fahey, Rhapsody Realty at the Highland Homes Open House at Ladera.

Scott Jauregui and Roslyn Casey, both with Keller Williams Heritage at the Company Golf Tournament.

Paul Salazar, ICON Realty with Letty Salazar, Guest and Patricia Broyles and Duthie Storm, bothwith Real Estate Select Properties at the PT50 event at Esperanza.

Monica Villareal, Guest with Mike Meyer, Rachael Clutter and Elsa Avita, all Stewart Title. At the SABOR 100 Anniversary party.

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Founded in 1960, the Guild Mortgage Company was established to provide residential mortgages for newer home developments in the San Diego area where housing was in short supply at the time. Founder, Milton â€œMartyâ€? Gleich, who four years earlier had launched his building company, American Housing Guild, was recognized as a major home builder in the area during the 1960s, and by the mid 1970s had completed 20,000 homes in addition to apartments and shopping centers, not only in California, but also in seven other states. Being a lavish philanthropist known for his generosity, Gleich anonymously provided financial support to education, libraries, the environment and the arts. As a builder he was a perfectionist and made himself a

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personal part of each home built. Although he passed away in 2011, his mortgage banking business remains today, larger than ever, as a testament to his visionary leadership. Now, after fifty-six years, Guild Mortgage is one of the leading privately-held mortgage companies in the United States with more than 250 branches and satellites serving homebuyers throughout the country. Today Smartphone apps and web-based cloud technology keep Guild employees and their clients connected. Guild Mortgage Company continues to project an enduring presence in the lending community as it remains steadfast in its goal to provide affordable home financing, along with unsurpassed service. Guild has weathered the ups and downs of the real

estate and financial markets over the years thanks to the efforts of its leadership and to a dedicated staff that continues to work towards efficiently meeting their customers' needs. What sets Guild Mortgage apart from about 85% of other lenders is that they are a direct seller/servicer and can sell directly to Fannie Mae, Ginnie Mae and Freddie Mac. This eliminates having to first lock in their loans with another servicer like Chase or Wells Fargo and effectively eliminates the middle man, ensuring more on time closings. Bypassing the middle man as, Guild Mortgage does, also means the borrower does not have to deal with underwriting overlays (additional underwriting requirements) typically those that requiring higher credit scores or maximum loan-to- value or debt-to-income ratios, which often lead to potentially more expensive loan costs and more documentation from the borrower. At least 27% of the loans that Guild Mortgage closed from 2011-2013 were first denied by another lender. Locally, for the past eight years, Guild Mortgage has been recognized as having the number one Texas Veteran lender, Pat Fitzgerald, who with his team, specializes in taking exceptional care of our veterans to ensure they have the loan that best suits their needs. Pat can be reached directly at (210) 215-4400 or by email: pfitzgerald@guildmortgage.net. Also relatively unique to Guild Mortgage

is, next to impossible to find, financing for double-wide manufactured homes. On in house products agricultural exemptions may even be retained. Jack Shull, licensed Mortgage Broker and local Branch Manager notes that the success of Guild Mortgage nationwide can be directly attributed to caring and dedicated teams, like that found in San Antonio, that work tirelessly for the client. Jack can be contacted at (210) 215-6644 or by email: jshull@guildmortgage.net for more company information or for contacts for other local Guild loan originators. Shull noted that Guild is great place to work and attracts the top talent within the industry. He is excited to be affiliated with a company that is at the top of its game and whose national management is currently in the capable hands of a number of women who get things done in a proper and timely fashion. He was especially complimentary about President and Chief Executive Officer, Mary Ann McGarry, and about the Regional Underwriting Vice President who, like others on their leadership team, is always reachable by phone, usually even on weekends. REALTORSÂŽ, Guild Mortgage would seem to be the place to find solutions for those hard to find loans when you need them for your clients and for you to be assured of on time closings.

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November 15, 2016 David Geramita ..............RE/MAX Preferred B.K. Buske ....................B. K. Buske Sherry Outlaw ................RRR - Bulverde Lydia Lozada ..................Texas Premier Realty Carlos Fernandez ............Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Mark Doggett..................Keller Williams Heritage Jim Haley ......................Phyllis Browning Company Joe Reyes ......................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Russell Deiley ................Real Living Best Homes Realty Lee Bennett ....................BHGRE Bradfield Properties Pam Slocum ..................Beth Harmier Properties JB Goodwin ....................JB Goodwin Realtors Michael Ellis....................Keller Williams Legacy David Earl ......................First American Title Gail Couser ....................Independence Title Jennifer Hard ..................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Travis Dykes ..................New Home Star Texas Amy Thibodeaux ............Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Daniel Outlaw ................RRR - Bulverde Gretchen D'Amore ..........Axis Realty Group Carol Kirk ......................Keller Williams City View Brent Knapp ..................Keller Williams Legacy Roxie Adler ....................Brohill Realty Sharol Peterson ..............First American Title Sandi Saegert ................Stewart Title Carlos Perez ..................Luna Real Estate Al Cannistra ..................Texas Premier Realty Connie Beasley ..............Keller Williams Legacy Felix Elorriaga ................Premier Realty Group Penny Anders ................BHHS Don Johnson Realtors Norma Denman ..............First American Title Norma Jean Denman ......Trinity Title of Texas Russell Hild ....................Mission Real Estate Group Bill Graves ......................Phyllis Browning Company Paul Davalos ..................Century 21 Davalos Tony Forchione ..............Sterling Group Real Estate Robert Wood ..................RE Consultants Carolyn Sparks ..............Carolyn Sparks Real Estate Geri Barrows ..................BHHS PenFed Realty Tammy Greenbauer ........JB Goodwin Realtors Tiffany Wright ................RE/MAX Access John Jones ....................Stewart Title Tracie McKee ..................Stewart Title Kathy Vogel ....................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Joraine Miller ..................JB Goodwin Realtors Debra Maltz ....................Kuper Sotheby's International Realty Tyler Herman ..................RE/MAX Associates Frank Ruffo ..................The Real Estate Group Pete Peters ....................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Cyndi Luna ....................Alamo Real Estate Broker Herlinda Hernandez ........Rigel Realty Natalie Biggers ..............Keller Williams City View Karen Huckabee..............SWBC Mortgage Gilbert Rodriguez ............RE/MAX New Heights Donna Deuvall ................SWBC Mortgage Charlene Gubernator ......RE/MAX Associates Ara Fesperman ..............Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Lee Jones ......................Keller Williams City View Lester Earls ....................Keller Williams Legacy Gil Aldaco ......................Texas Elite Real Estate Margie Morcher ..............The Homeland Group of Texas Al Montalvo ....................First American Title Lori Wilson ....................RE/MAX Patriot

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Connie Dukes ................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Cathy Jimenez ................M&S Realty Services Jack Fuini ......................First American Title Cathy Jimenez ................M&S Realty Services Cheryl Moore ..................Trinity Title of Texas Penney Mazzanti ............SWBC Mortgage Talat Azim ......................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Oscar Vaca ....................Home Team of America Victoria Subia ................Champions School of Real Estate Frank Dunn ....................Keller Williams Legacy Faye Scoller....................Slater REALTORS Gwen Derry ....................Trinity Title of Texas Gerri Johnson ................Ridge Gate Realty Kristina Winarto..............Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Lisa Martinez ..................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Thomas Persyn ..............Fathom Realty Sonia Flores ..................Kimberly Howell Properties Terri Saari ......................Kimberly Howell Properties Elizabeth Stevens............SWBC Mortgage J.J. Rodriguez ................J.J. Rodriguez Real Estate Carol Muir ......................Kuper Sotheby's International Jeff Frye ........................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Monty Montalvo ..............Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Holly Mahler....................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Sol Hooda ......................Weichert Realtors-Select John Alaniva ..................Kimberly Howell Properties Belinda Trevino ..............Phyllis Browning Company Candy Carver ..................Real Estate NewsSource Chris Schofield ..............Icon Realty Polly McKinley ................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Bobbi Terry ....................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Troy Hoessly ..................Home Team of America Tammy Walden ..............Phyllis Browning Company Thomas Fentress ............RE/MAX Preferred Fred Alvarez ..................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Susie Sheffield................CORIE Properties Randy Pereira ................T2M Real Estate Catherine Rosales ..........Exit IH10 Bob Mabry ......................ERA Colonial Real Estate Irma Cardenas ................Home Team of America Krista Boazman ..............Phyllis Browning Company Marilu Salazar ................Trinity Title of Texas Minerva Chapa ................Stewart Title Sherry Keeble ................Exit Realty New Braunfels Kate Griffin-Ross ............RE/MAX Associates Faythe Brunk ..................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Eddie Martin ..................Mission SA Property Mgt Nadia Camacho ..............SWBC Mortgage Nick Grimaldi..................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Wendy Manganello ..........Fiesta Development Randy Elgin ....................Keller Williams City View Natalie Bared..................JB Goodwin Realtors Michael Carmona ............Tierra Realty Judy Ortiz ......................First American Title Clifton Jansky ................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Shannon Miller................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Vivienne Porter ..............Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Jessica Uralde ................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Randal McLeaird ............RAM Group Denise Shepherd ............Morris Williams Realty Kurt Jaeckle ..................Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper Mel Salinas ....................BHHS PenFed Realty Lynn Knapik ..................Lynn Knapik Real Estate Dan Lopez ......................Integrity Realty

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Welcome Kenneth Pickens To The Hipp Team!

Kenneth Pickens, Loan Originator NMLS# 1136399

Melinda Hipp, Branch Manager, NMLS# 219085

Office: 210-493-7332 â€¢ Fax 210-247-9413 17721 Rogers Ranch Pkwy., Ste. 215, San Antonio, TX. 78258 www.openmortgage.com

Corporate NMLS# 2975

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Skillet S'mores Annette Slater, Landlord Property Management with Wayne Slater, Slater Realtors at the SABOR 100th Anniversary Party. Ingredients: 12 mini cast iron skillets or one medium size 6 (1.55 ounce) individually wrapped milk chocolate bars broken into 12 pieces each 1 (10 ounce) bag miniature marshmallows Graham crackers Preheat oven to 350. In each skillet, place 6 chocolate pieces, and top each with a small handful of marshmallows. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes or until chocolate is melted and marshmallows are toasted. Serve with graham crackers. Enjoy! Note: Should be a huge hit with the kids and grandkids!

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Coventry Homes, Wilshire Homes Tout Substantial Savings During New Incentive

Coventry Homes and Wilshire Homes are gifting buyers with far-reaching savings during its “X-Treme” sales event, now through Nov. 30. During the promotion, buyers will receive up to $90,000 in savings on more than 30 select inventory homes throughout the San Antonio area. To-be-built homes are excluded. “This is an incredible opportunity for homebuyers who could walk into a brand new home with built-in equity thanks to these extreme savings,” said Jim Eller, San Antonio division president

for Wilshire Homes and Coventry Homes. “These homes are in desirable communities, are built to exacting standards for energy efficiency and many have impressive upgrades and options.” Coventry’s homes are priced from the $280,000s to more than $500,000. The builder is currently active in 10 communities including The Woods at Boerne in Boerne, Coronado in San Antonio and Enclave at Copper Ridge in New Braunfels. Wilshire Homes build in six communities including the Estates at Wilson’s Preserve and Rhine Valley, both of which have only a few remaining homes, and The Sanctuary at Helotes, which features several new floor plans. Wilshire’s pricing starts in the $270,000s. For more information on Coventry Homes, visit www.coventryhomes.com. Details about Wilshire Homes are available at www.wilshire-homes.com.

Dalehite Joins RE/MAX Realty Advantage

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R E / M A X Realty Advantage is proud to welcome Steve Dalehite to our team! Steve is a licensed attorney in Mexico and is fluent both in contract negotiations and the Spanish language, making him

a tremendous asset to our team. Steve specializes in Farm and Ranch and International Sales. He also has valuable residential and property management experience in the Alamo Heights and Terrell Hills neighborhoods. We are excited to have Steve as a valued team member and look forward to sharing in his success as a real estate professional!

UTSA Continues Two Property Management Courses

Since the Fall of 2012 UTSA has offered two courses in Property Management. As part of its Real Estate Finance and Development Program, the courses are offered in conjunction with two existing Facility Management courses: FM 4303 and FM 4313.

FM 4303 relates to strategic management policies within Facility and Property Management; while FM 4313 focuses more on day-to-day practices. Program Director Dr. Tony Ciochetti has worked closely with our local IREM chapter, as well as the local IFMA Chapter (International Facility Management Association), to deliver to our real estate industry this much needed curriculum. Students in the course are exposed to topics such as building maintenance, budgeting and emergency preparedness in a rigorous academic format. IREM Chapter 48 Member, Mike Noll CPM, is the instructor.

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eXp Realty Welcomes Cannon eXp Realty, the Agent Owned Cloud Brokerage, is honored to welcome Trina Cannon as a new Agent Owner. Trina is a full-time real estate professional with perseverCANNON ance. She was named a 2016 Platinum Top 50 early qualifi-

er. She works with buyers and sellers in the San Antonio area and holds her military clients close to her heart. She assures her client’s understand the entire process and stays in constant communication with them. She treats their concerns as her own and addresses them accordingly. She is married to Chris and has two children. To learn more about eXp Realty, visit www.ExplodeYourCareer.com

Century 21 Scott Myers Welcomes Gervitz CENTURY 21 Scott Myers is pleased to announce Gary Gervitz has joined its firm as a sales associate. He will specialize in all types property sales in the San Antonio area. GERVITZ He is originally from Mexico City, and speaks fluent Spanish. "We are thrilled to have Gary join our team," said Scott Myers of Century 21 Scott Myers. "It’s an exciting time to be with the CENTURY 21 System as we

increase our market presence in San Antonio." Gervitz just successfully completed extensive training and licensing through Create 21. The course covers all facets of the real estate business so he can best serve the public. It is an intensive fourweek course that involves much practical application. Scott Myers added, “We believe training supports growth and professional excellence in the real estate industry. Performance-based training is necessary to assure that CENTURY 21 associates maintain their competitive edge and offer the best service possible to their clients."

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CORIE Properties Welcomes Pitt Pitt Allegra in raised was Houston, Texas and attended The Kinkaid School as well as Saint Mary’s Hall in San Antonio, Texas. PITT She graduated from Deerfield Academy boarding school in Deerfield, Massachusetts. Allegra

received her bachelor’s of arts degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas Allegra gained an interest in residential real estate and became a licensed agent. Allegra has an eye for interiors and remodels and is excited to bring her skills and passion to the real estate market. Allegra can be reached at 210.650.5037 or by email at allegra@corieproperties.com.

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