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TA B L E O F
CONTENTS 06
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The RP Team: What Is Your Favorite Television Show?
Preferred Partners
Editor’s Note: Lessons from Kindergarten
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Partner Spotlight: RC Fine Pix
Things the Inspectors Will Not See
Rising Star: Justin Bloxom
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24 5 for 5
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Celebrating Leaders: John Wischmeier
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REALTOR® Foundation Update
Cover Story: Kelly Lavengood
Cover Rewind
Top 200 Standings (from January 1 to August 31, 2021)
If you are interested in contributing or nominating REALTORS® for certain stories, please email us at brian.ramsey@realproducersmag.com. DISCLAIMER: Any articles included in this publication and/or opinions expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views of The N2 Company d/b/a Real Producers but remain solely those of the author(s). The publication contains paid advertisements by local companies. These companies are not endorsed or specifically recommended by The N2 Company or the publisher. Therefore, neither The N2 Company nor the publisher may be held liable or responsible for business practices of these companies. NOTE: When community events take place, photographers may be present to take photos for that event and they may be used in this publication.
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MEET THE
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REAL PRODUCER TEAM Q: What is your favorite television show?
Remington Ramsey Publisher A: The Newsroom
Dr. Brian Ramsey
Editor-in-Chief A: NCIS or Blue Bloods
Ladi Gross
Photography A: How I Met Your Mother
Darla Hall
Sales & Marketing A: I don’t watch much TV. I’d rather be at the beach watching sunsets or writing positive mindset blogs to impact the world.
Azia Ellis - Singleton Photography A: Parks and Rec
Emma Fifer
Administrative Assistant A: Reign
Joshua Smith Videography A: Power
If you are interested in contributing or nominating REALTORS® for certain stories, please email us at Brian.Ramsey@realproducersmag.com.
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Lessons from
Kindergarten editor’s note By Dr. Brian Ramsey, Editor-in-Chief of Indy REAL Producers Magazine
Like you, I have the capacity to wear many hats, and it is a privilege. I am a husband, father, Poppy, friend, editor, writer, teacher, counselor, yard maintenance guy, after-supper clean-up person – you get the idea. I wear these titles with absolute fulfillment, as they are needed and appreciated. Every year, I take two vacation days and assume one of my favorite roles: assistant to the director of the kindergarten program! Truth be known, I have never been called the assistant to the director, but I am lobbying for a stronger identity. I have some significant pressure – I have to help set up, run the sound system, speak the occasional “narrator” part, cue the music during songs, give inspiring pep talks to the kinders about speaking loudly and allowing time for laughs, and the list goes on – you have no idea! My wife, a master teacher (seriously, she has received the Teacher of the Year award in the Midwest Region), is certainly not happy with the “usual” programs that celebrate the alphabet or talk about the animals
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they have learned (though those are fine). We write the “play” every year, and she teaches them to perform (nearly flawlessly) for the delight of all the families, friends, and faculty/ staff that are present. I am in awe of what they have accomplished in their year – academically, physically, socially, and spiritually. I love the children, and though I try to impact them, I was reminded this year that I often learn more from them. They are an awesome prescription for someone having a difficult day, week, month, or even a year. I get to spend two days in this environment full of funny quips, never-ending energy, really bad knock-knock jokes, and the often-dreaded situation when a fleeting thought in my head leads to an action that gets us all in trouble. I have done my share of time-outs. I leave exhausted, full of joy, and encouraged by the outpouring of love they give me. It is a big day when Mrs. Ramsey’s husband (some say father) comes in, and I bask in my “celebrity status.” This year, I was moving from table to table during dismissal to spend some time talking with each child. One little girl, Hannah, came to me in my
progression and asked if I could sit with her as everyone at her table had been dismissed, and she was afraid she would not get a turn. Of course, I could not resist the plea, so I excused myself from one table and followed her to my new place. Apparently, the table that I vacated did not think I was there long enough, which led to crying, which led to me tearing up, which led to stern looks from my wife (apparently not all tears warrant the same attention), but I digress. While sitting with Hannah, I noticed the signs on the wall that signify the various groupings of students, which make it fun and easy to give instructions for duties. It is so cool to say, “Okay, the Sneaches may line up behind the Wockets,” instead of “Line up, Group 1.” My wife begins each day with a song that talks about the weather and other things, for everything in kindergarten is a learning experience. This past year, an influx in the size of her class required adding an extra group, Yertle the Turtles, but to our chagrin, we could not change the song to rhyme properly, so the Turtles were not included in the song’s lyrics. Turns out that not much rhymes with turtles.
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In my astute observation and logical thought process, I decided to inquire about the potential and hazardous situation for the Turtles. I asked Hannah, “What is the name of your group?” She proudly replied, “Yertle the Turtles!” “Very nice,” I exclaimed, “but I know that you are not mentioned in the song, right?” “No,” she admitted, “it does not work out in the words.” Fearing my next question, I bravely soldiered on. “Does that make you feel upset?” I said softly. Then it happened – that moment when you realize that “out of the mouth of babes” is a really great saying. Looking at me with utter disbelief and resolute confusion, Hannah replied with an emphatic “No, Dr. Ramsey.” I was pleasantly surprised and now more interested than ever in her thinking, so I ventured to the obvious – “Why not?”
In a world with a plethora of confusion about identity, victimology, and general discontent, a 6-year-old has the right idea. Sometimes life is not fair, and we need a helmet. Often, we will not see the expected as victorious over the unexpected. Perhaps we need to develop an understanding that things in life do not always work out the way we want, but that does not mean that it is an attempt for evil or a strategic plot to deprive us of something we deem as good. Things happen; the world is broken; life is not always equitable or equal, and there are a lot of people who draw the short stick only to challenge the rest of us to make something beautiful from ashes. Hannah reminded me of this with her beautiful spirit and kind rebuke. I was hanging around after the kindergarten program because you never know when you might have to sign a program with your autograph (never happens). I stopped her mother and told her about the incident, and her sweet smile was all I needed. As a
parent, it is so hard to teach lessons that impact character and a good worldview, so it is very nice when someone can encourage them with a simple “good job, Mom / Dad.” Thus, my hat entitled “Assistant to the Director” is hung up for another year, and I have returned to more life-altering jobs like writing articles and taking out the trash. As I go about my interactions, I will have Hannah’s lesson embedded in my mind – keeping me from becoming a wrong-kindof-victim today fully equipped with sophisticated pouting and a great “poor me” song. I would like significant help, though, with the image of that emotionally scarred little kinder who cried when I left. It has happened all my life – girls who cry when I leave. You don’t think they are tears of joy … right? Nah!
“We still get to sing and be a part of the song!” (What was I thinking – she seemed to suggest). She did not need the recognition! We both smiled at one another with delightful approval. She – knowing that she had successfully corrected my “stinkin’ thinkin’” and me knowing that I had seriously misjudged my confidence in the power of proper teaching. I told her that she was special and to keep up the good work. Now that I think about that, it was a lame response on my part.
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RICK & CHRISSY
RAMSEY RC Fine Pix
partner spotlight By Dr. Brian Ramsey
WHEN FIRST I M P R E S S I O N S M AT T E R “We live in a changing world, but we need to be reminded that the important things have not changed, and the important things will not change if we keep our priorities in proper order.” S. Truett Cathy RC Fine Pix is the strategic and successful creation of Rick and Chrissy Ramsey, and their backgrounds,
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training, and philosophical mindsets have infused the company with some beneficial yet crucial benchmarks that fuel their passion and make their product superior. They can stay on the cutting-edge of technology and adapt to updated processes, but clients can rest assured that their business will always be recognizable for its stellar service and family-owned flavor.
Rick is a master photographer, as is his father is, and his brother is in the business too. After graduating from the University of Memphis with a degree in graphic design, Rick began working for his dad so he could begin his search for his real job; he is still working. Since 1989, Rick has been expanding his knowledge and experience in the art and production of fine
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photography, and he really cannot imagine doing anything else. Ramsey moved to Indiana in 2003 (to be near his daughter) and began working for a local photographer. While maintaining a social presence online, he eventually met a wonderfully talented and kind artist from Montreal, Canada named Chrissy, and the duo who met in 2003 are now a team, personally and professionally! Chrissy obtained an Interior Design Degree and established herself by painting Faux Finishes (think textured designs on walls) and murals. She worked for hotels by painting big diffusers (in Montreal) that were installed all across the USA, and she even had a staging company. As you may imagine, Rick and Chrissy were able to fuse their talents and knowledge to form a picturesque business (see what we did there) that many clients and agents have come to respect, admire and use. People are quite valuable to the Ramseys, and many have expressed appreciation to them for not making them feel like a number or a transaction. Rick and Chrissy are adept at finding the clients’ true needs and are able to personalize their requirements and desires – avoiding any cookie-cutter approaches. The company is efficient yet allots just the right amount of time for each shoot. While others seek to “get in and out,” Rick plans for the home photography to take 45 minutes to an hour. “We are operating on the quality versus quantity approach to business,” says Chrissy, “and we want to capture the home properly and enhance its presentation.”
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Two of the most prominent features of this successful company are their ability to “set up” a project using the right composition, lighting, etc. and the efficient and timely return of their editing. Chrissy touches every image, and each hour of a shoot yields an hour of editing. Still, the photos are always available the next day, and she notes that she never uses batch editing. Rick’s background in portraits gave him the impetus to translate the benefits in that presentation to the homes they photograph today as well. Over time, the Ramsey’s have developed an approach to life (worldview) that keeps their priorities in check and guides their business through the mountain tops and valleys that every business owner experiences. For them, success begins with relationships – their walk with God and the bridges they form with clients. Sure, years ago, their minds may have defaulted to a constant yearning to accumulate clients, but now they want
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to forge meaningful relationships. This strategic pivot has given them an equilibrium that Rick says has been life-changing and has created their personal and professional balance. “We now have time for God, family, and friends,” explains Rick. Balance is that ever-elusive concept that everyone has trouble defining let alone achieving. The Ramseys work tirelessly to find it and maintain it, but it begins by making it a priority based upon proper faith and then striving to add value to
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relationships with others so that their exchanges are a “win-win” and a “two-way street” for both parties. This team hopes that at the end of their professional journey, they will be remembered as fun, loving, and kind people who cared about people. To accomplish that, they are always less concerned with what they do and more concerned about how they do it. The couple enjoys keeping track of their four children: Ryan (37) of Montreal, Jackie (35) of Prince Edward Island, Olivia (27) of Dallas,
TX, and Nick (22), who works as a photographer with them and lives locally. Rick loves to play the guitar and Chrissy sings, so they enjoy jam sessions with friends and making fun videos. Chrissy still keeps her creative juices flowing by building furniture, and they always love to spend quality time with family and friends. Several years ago, Chrissy was able to open a studio in Noblesville where she could focus on newborn photography. After its launch, the family received the devastating news from
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her mammogram that she had cancer. Chrissy needed to take time away to focus upon her recovery which shifted Rick to editing and Nick to bear the weight of taking pictures. “My family really stepped up for me, and we were able to weather through the storm and survive,” says Chrissy. While sitting in her studio and processing the news, Chrissy says that her values immediately shifted to the most important things in life, and she does not regret closing it to focus on her health and family. She notes that the desert experience taught her
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about slowing life down, the importance of taking time for oneself, and a host of related lessons, and she forged the courage through God’s strength to survive and thrive.
is excited to partner with RC Fine Pix, and we know you will too. For more information, you can call them at 317.379.5378 or visit their website at rcfinepix.com.
When first impressions matter, and they always do, you should call the company that knows what you need and can perform. You will enjoy speaking with Rick or Chrissy or even one of their talented staff members: Marissa and Mandelyn (sisters) who provide administrative and editing support. Indy Real Producers
Writer’s Note: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so find out more about how to donate and take inspiration from those who have been successful in the fight. We salute those brave women and mourn those whom we have lost.
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By Phil Thornberry
THINGS THE INSPECTORS
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We all know there are things that even a super inspector cannot see in a vacant home let alone an occupied one. Let’s take a look at some of these and see how we can manage the risk, so surprises are kept to a minimum. Some items have clear cut actions that can take them out of the equation. I have a litmus test when I recommend spending a buyer’s money on additional testing or inspections. If my sister were buying a house out of state, would I have her spend the money? If the answer is yes, you will see that recommendation here.
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A clog or break in the underground section of sewer pipe. This is something that a homeowner may know nothing about. Buy the sewer camera inspection. Mold spores in the air. There have been cases where there was no visible mold in any accessible areas, but the house had high levels in the air. Origination points can be ducts or a leak in a wall. Mold growing on the underside of a pool table was the cause of one of these. Tests are now offered by most inspectors who discount pricing if testing is performed while they are there. Radon gas is colorless and odorless. This one is too obvious, but we still have people who do not have a test performed because they think the risk is low, and it may be. We find high levels in homes with all types of foundations. Buy the test.
Things that disappear or are intermittent. A classic example is an early-stage broken window seal. A pond that forms in the yard during rain is another one. In these cases, luck, unfortunately, makes the difference on whether it is visible on a particular day. Things that happen after inspection and before occupancy. I know that in our house, things seem to break constantly. Doing a walkthrough before closing is a good idea for two reasons. First, the failure of a component like water on the floor under the water heater. Second, what condition was the house left in? We have had reports of shrubs being removed, refrigerators being changed or removed. In one case, the cat decided to spray everywhere when the seller started boxing up their belongings. Actually, it ruined some base trim.
Most sellers are honest and would not hide something from a buyer. However, some are not and will take actions that can leave a buyer with a significant future cost. Adding refrigerant to an air conditioning system, pumping a septic tank on a failing system, and clearing roots from a sewer line are some of these actions. We know how to protect ourselves from the sewer pipe issue but what about the others? Always ask how often they pumped the septic and when was the last time. A test on an empty tank is useless. Likewise, a leaking air conditioning system may cool fine with a fresh charge but could mean the need for a new system soon. The date of manufacture on your smoke detectors will not be looked at by most inspectors. (Unit must be removed from base to see it.) If the house is 10 years old or more, just replace them all. That is recommended anyway. Add a Carbon Monoxide detector while you’re at it. Snow-covered components. All inspectors will let you know what they cannot see due to snow. Most offer a reduced fee or free return trip to check those items. Amazingly, there are some that don’t use this service. This is a must-do. Roofs, chimneys, driveways, and decks can be expensive.
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rising star
Justin
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Justin Bloxom of Homes With Steill Career volume $4,300,000 (less than one year in
real estate) Pending: $1,400,000 including new construction Q. What people influenced you the most? A. That list is far longer than I could ever explain.
The amount of people that have touched my life over the years makes me feel incredibly blessed, but, a big influence is my wife. Just her belief in me and constant affirmation tells me I can do it. Her reminding me to trust my work ethic and the processes I have put in place will allow me to be successful. Another huge influence in my real estate family is Justin Steill. The time, effort, and guidance he has given me have been invaluable and instrumental in the success that I have had.
Q. What college did you attend, and what did you study? A. I attended Kansas State University. I dropped
out of college my junior year and pursued a career in professional baseball after being drafted (2009). Following my playing career, I became a professional baseball scout for the last seven years before making the change to real estate. In 2019 I did return to school to finish my degree online. At that point in my life, I had a full-time job, a wife, and two kids, and I did a lot of work late at night, but I received my degree in sociology. Q. Have you discovered anything from that time that helps you in real estate? A. My time in sports instilled a work ethic and sense
of pride in what I was doing from a very young age.
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Transitioning from a fulltime scout, spending 100+ days a year in a hotel, and traveling extensively to being able to wake up every day and have breakfast with my family is priceless. I would not trade the time I get with them for anything.
It taught me to never take shortcuts, trust the process, and develop relationships as an essential part of the business. I have built and continue to build my business with those same simple principles.
both in and outside of real estate. If I can connect people with mutual interests where they both can benefit from that introduction, in my mind, that is a success.
Q. What are the positives/rewards of what you do? A. There is nothing better than help-
many people in the industry as possible, get different perspectives and learn different ways of doing business. Then seek out a mentor with whom you feel you had a connection and who will benefit you and your career the most.
Q. What has contributed to your quick success? A. As in sports, having mentors,
Q. How do you define success? A. I define success by the happiness
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Q. What makes your business different from others? A. My “team first” mentality. Q. What advice would you give to those considering real estate? A. I would advise people to talk to as
ing someone close on their new home, overcome the challenges of this market, and finally get to the next stage of their lives. Sharing that joy and excitement is incredibly rewarding.
coaches, and teammates that give you advice, tips, and help along the way is a huge contributing factor to the success I have had.
priceless. I would not trade the time I get with them for anything. I am also a big golf fan!
Q. What about your family life today and other interests? A. Transitioning from a full-time
scout, spending 100+ days a year in a hotel, and traveling extensively to being able to wake up every day and have breakfast with my family is
Q. Anything else you want to say with this platform? A. I just want to say thank you! To
my family, my team, mentors, and clients for helping me and letting me help you. I also want to say thank you to RP Indy for the opportunity to be featured as a Rising Star. I really appreciate it! @realproducers
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Last year, victims of domestic violence and families experiencing homelessness accounted for nearly half of all people served by our grantees. Hundreds of women and their children were provided with emergency shelter services as they fled their abusers seeking safety and independence. Unfortunately, there are many more that feel trapped in their abusive situations due to the stigmas placed on domestic violence. These stigmas are a barrier to survivors seeking help and are all too common: They should have left sooner. They should
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FOR 5 5 Questions: 1. Where is your favorite vacation spot? 2. What is your biggest fear? 3. Who makes you smile? 4. Do you have any hidden talents? 5. Who is the superhero that you would want to rescue you from a bad closing?
Cameron Harris of Ever Indy Realty Group - Plat Answers: 1. Chicago is like a second home, so I’m not sure if that counts – if not, New York. 2. Wasted potential 3. My wife, Nazret! 4. I’m a pretty good cook, and I can remember song lyrics really well. 5. Spider-Man
Ashley Wright of The Smalling Group – FC Tucker Company Inc. Answers: 1. Anywhere with my family (my four children and my husband)! 2. Snakes! 3. My children, especially when they are proud of themselves! 4. I love raising and caring for farm animals! We have a hobby farm of chickens, goats, rabbits, a turtle, three dogs, and two cats! 5. Captain America, but my real superhero is my husband, Mike!
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Josh Neuman of the Ever Indy Realty Group – Plat Answers: 1. Anywhere in the Caribbean. I love the beach, the ocean, the culture, and the cocktails! If I had to pick one place that I’ve been that I’d love to go back to, I’d say Roatan, Honduras. It was so much of all the things I just listed, plus we could scuba dive and snorkel like 100 yards off our beach. The reef was right there! 2. Mediocrity. That sounds terrible. I truly think my biggest fear is being old and gray(er). (I’m already gray!) And being unsatisfied with how I lived my life. I want to look back and feel like I did my best to do good, help as many people as possible, make a lot of money, and have a blast doing it. 3. My boys. They’re my everything. A close second would be my mom. She’s been my rock since day one. 4. I don’t know that this is a talent or a curse, but I can literally guide anybody through anything that they’re going through like a therapist. I’ve always been the guy people would come to with their problems. Thankfully, I get paid to problem-solve these days. That sounds super lame, but that’s what first came to mind. 5. Definitely the Hulk. I envision him Hulk-smashing through the side of the title company building and me just strolling out with him before my closing gets any worse.
Aaron Christy of Indy Roof Answers: 1. Anywhere with a beach! 2. Not providing the emotional support for my family I feel they deserve. 3. My kids! 4. I used to train horses in high school. It is not very useful these days, but I can break/start a horse if I needed to then ride the heck out of it. 5. I am not an agent, but I would say that anyone who gets me out of a bad situation is good in my book.
Jake Basker of Trueblood RE Answers: 1. Lake Tahoe 2. God 3. My nieces Henlee and Jax 4. Yes, but they wouldn’t be hidden if I told you. 5. Harley Quinn
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celebrating leaders By Dr. Brian Ramsey
John
Wischmeier
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REALTY ONE GROUP DREAM @realproducers
WAKING UP
to Win “Winning is fun...sure. But winning is not the point. Wanting to win is the point. Not giving up is the point. Never letting up is the point. Never being satisfied with what you’ve done is the point.” Coach Pat Summitt Every day is a new opportunity and a new canvas to create something special, and John Wischmeier wakes up ready, prepared, and excited to win. It is not just a mantra, though his team at Realty One Group Dream has heard it often; it is certainly a lifestyle. John passionately lives to improve and make those around him adopt the philosophy, and it brings him incredible joy and satisfaction when he sees his children and work family follow suit. Wischmeier believes that the experiences in life create opportunities, and he has invested much in creating those experiences and opportunities for himself and those around him. John graduated from Vincennes University with a degree in landscape design. He had toyed with the idea of continuing on to become a landscape architect, but instead, he and his father opened a retail landscape business called Wischmeier Nursery. In addition to their strategic business acumen and solid work ethic, the Wischmeiers brought to the industry and their clientele modeling of honesty, quality, and integrity, and their customers rewarded them with explosive growth. In a short time, they became the largest in south-central Indiana. As with all good entrepreneurs, John began to explore other opportunities, and in 1999, he and his family started a land development company in which John exercised his leadership skills while his dad and brother operated the landscape company. John quickly realized that he wanted to improve the process on the real estate side, so he listened to his wife (wise man – stay tuned for more of her great suggestions) and signed up for a real estate class. Kimberly, John’s wife, saw the passion he began to develop in the industry, so she encouraged him to find a way to build a career in it. John was licensed in 2003, and for almost two decades, he has served his clients well and now serves as mentor to other agents to do the same.
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The defining benchmark for John as an agent was his adept and natural inclination to build solid relationships and his keen observation that real estate agents are truly operating a business. He subscribed to the concept that it is not always about whom an agent knows but more about whom the people they know know. You get the idea, right?! John was awarded Rookie of the Year accolades, and in a short time became a top producing agent. Other agents sought his help and advice, which created a pivoting moment in John’s professional life. Noticing that he had a passion for and a fulfilling time impacting the journey of other agents, John once again expanded his business profile by becoming an owner/broker. He strategically chose Realty One Group for a host of reasons, but the chief motivator was their shared philosophy of agent focus. “Putting the agent first should be the standard, and that aligned with my values. I think that my agents are also my clients, and I try to give them the support, technology, and tools to succeed,” says Wischmeier. John added the word “dream” to his company, and he has never looked back but has labored relentlessly each day to build a lifestyle brand and a significant “coolture” that models the old saying, “work hard; play hard.” Relationships have always driven his business, and while cutting-edge technology is a key, it is still just a tool to enhance the forging of friendships and relationships that fuel the heart of his business.
comfortable being driven to results, but he takes a different road, and clients and team members find it helpful and rewarding. “I try to surround myself with the best – better than me, and it only makes me excel,” says John. He advises agents to wake up with the “win” mentality and then always show up for work. They do not have to come to the office necessarily, but they must be ready to make every opportunity count. The biggest lesson to learn is how to avoid letting the negatives sideline your day, and one solution is to create a business plan and expend the necessary energy to execute it. John and Kimberly have been married for 33 years, and they have three children: Ashton (31), Zane (28), and Chase (25). The two oldest boys work
in the business with John, and Chase and her husband are the new owners of a bike shop. The Wischmeiers have three grandchildren, and they are a serious cycling family. Since 2012, John has probably traveled over 50,000 miles on a bike. He gets great mileage! When speaking to the Chamber recently, John captured his career by explaining that he has always been in the “people business.” “Having technology and other tools is vital, but at the end of the day, it is all about people and not the process.” John has many miles to ride and mountains to climb, but we can rest assured he will wake up each day to win!
I try to surround myself with the best – better than me, and it only makes me excel.
For Wischmeier, success is described in one word, family. Raising his three children to have an impact on others, to become gracious and helpful, and to see them teach these values to his grandchildren brings him stellar joy. He also notes that a great dimension that grows out of this foundational thought is the idea that when we raise one, we raise all. John’s mind never stops trying to develop strategies to help others grow their businesses and achieve success (refer back to the definition). One of the most impactful things professionally for John was a noticeable shift in his thinking and actions (noticed by his wife – surprise). Early on, John was quite task-oriented, probably reacted to things quickly, and always pushed speedy action. At one point, something clicked, and he, in his own admission, became a better listener and followed through with an understanding mindset. It was a game-changer for him, and now he is perfectly 30 • October 2021
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R E A LT O R ® EXTRAORDINAIRE cover story By Dr. Brian Ramsey By Ladi Gross of Ladi Gross Photography
“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I – I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.” Robert Frost Frost’s poem is one of the most quoted and most talked-about literary pieces in the world, and many argue over its meaning – whether it is a commentary on individualism or rationalization. However, Kelly Lavengood is most likely the one to form a third group and ask the pending question, “Why are there just two roads; shouldn’t we find another one to consider?” Therein lies the most insight into her true spirit, and while some might say she is out of the box, all know her to be fun, authentic, and innovative. Kelly loves real estate, the day-to-day pieces, and challenges, including the privilege to know people. She loves her clients, is invested in her community, and she will always tell someone exactly what they need to know, though it may not be what they want to hear. She is engaging, industrious, and interesting, and you might think her to be a therapist, a project planner, or even a dog-walker if needed (in case her client cannot get home to do the task before the showing). Still, Lavengood will never beat around the bush, and she has declined to help out-of-state investors since they are not engaged in the local community, of which she is quite proud. Lavengood says that she can sometimes over-share with clients, but they seem to love her transparency; she forges great relationships with enough loyalty for both sides. She does not allow her ADHD to hinder her work, but it does make for some interesting journeys. She notes that she is constantly seeking to find a way to muster the discipline to do the next right task. She labors tirelessly for her family, for her team, and her clients, and she makes a determined effort to “stay on task.” Her reward is that she is quite effective (selling over $20 million last year), and she creates an
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enjoyable atmosphere where people see work as meaningful. For Kelly, her work and life commitments are more accurately described as a “blend,” and she says that for her, it is impossible to not integrate all the features of her life. One of the game-changers in her business came in 2012 when she made a conscious effort to treat her business as a business, go full time in real estate and construct a strategic business plan with the implementation of clear goals. It is a process she follows every year.
Lavengood explains that it is only possible to do what she does because she has an awesome husband and a fully supportive and committed team. Scott (Kelly’s husband of over a decade) is fully vested in his job as a general contractor and in his roles as a devoted husband and caregiving father. He does the cooking and is very interactive with their son, Kimbal. Her team including two agents and a licensed transaction coordinator, know how to keep the teams’ business navigating forward, and with the newer announcement that her brokerage,
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Plat Collective, is joining forces as a franchise with @Properties, she knows they will hone their focus as neighborhood experts, increase their access to cutting-edge technology, and enhance their strategic marketing. Kelly has always appropriated a portion of her income/commission to
re-invest in the community, through local charities and organizations that serve prominent needs. She and Scott have launched a Donor Advised Fund which seeks to bolster the efforts of organizations promoting economic housing security in central Indianapolis. She has always appreciated the MLK Center and the Horizon
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House where she served on the board for a few years for their commitment to families and to the homeless. She currently serves on the ButlerTarkington Neighborhood Association Board, and she loves to sell in and promote her own neighborhood. Scott and Kelly have invested in and worked heavily on property development through flipping homes and acquiring rentals and commercial space. Their latest and most exciting project is the renovation of the old Pure Oil building on 38th Street and Central. She affectionately calls it the “Blue Roof Building,” and this coming
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spring, it will house the team’s offices as well as other office space. The 3000 sq. ft facility still retains the charm of a Pure Oil station, but its new design will also feature conference rooms and a kitchen. The site has been vacant for over 20 years, and Lavengood remembers constantly traveling by it in the past and saying to herself, “someone should save that building.” She is. Most all of these projects might seem like work to some, but Kelly says that they are the exact thing to keep her on track. She enjoys making concept boards for the rooms in her home,
landscaping her property, and finding updates for older homes. Kelly also considers herself a foodie, and always enjoys finding new restaurants. She is very proud of Kimbal, who at the young age of 4.5, has been attending showings since he was six months old. “He is my closer,” explains Kelly, “and he is paid for helping her place her signs.” He loves to quote his mom’s mantra which is “we make our own rules.” This multi-dimensional agent has much more to accomplish, and why not? After all, many know her as the REALTOR® EXTRAORDINAIRE!
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The Ferrises have a great desire to see their industry improve. As a matter of advice, they challenge new agents to remember that real estate is simply hard work. It requires a lot of extra hours and a significant amount of Ramen noodles. Sacrifice and perseverance are key. They note that there are many things that already exist for one’s success. The challenge is to take those features that work and to make them better. Anyone can get a license, but few succeed. Those who reach the pinnacle are life-long learners who understand the management of time, money, and attitudes. They never let it rest until the good gets better, and they tirelessly seek the skills to improve.
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TOP 200 STANDINGS Teams and Individuals From January 1, 2021 to August 31, 2021
Rank
Agent Name
Office
Transactions
Volume
Average
List
Sold
Total
Total
Price
1
Dick Richwine (2678)
BHHS01
115
102
217
99,305,697
457,630
2
Mandy Sheckles (30432)
TUCK05
0
356
356
80,903,575
227,257
3
Mike Deck (6201)
BHHS12
56
54
110
78,649,076
714,992
4
Matt McLaughlin (7651)
TUCK14
45
61
106
69,794,317
658,437
5
Bif Ward (4950)
TUCK14
47
28
75
66,931,080
892,414
6
Justin Steill (32551)
BHHS12
70
36
106
47,877,088
451,671
7
Allen Williams (13229)
BHHS02
50
39
89
44,626,034
501,416
8
Kristie Smith (19304)
KWIN05
52
27
79
39,562,521
500,791
9
Robert Salmons (44546)
ENTA01
0
144
144
39,466,949
274,076
10
Stephanie Evelo (9684)
KWIN05
54
76
130
38,830,644
298,697
11
Eric Forney (33514)
KWIN04
58
76
134
37,764,371
281,824
12
Heather Upton (21499)
KWIN05
92
78
170
36,711,599
215,951
13
Stephen Clark (25339)
COPS01
40
62
102
35,670,331
349,709
14
Jennil Salazar (31656)
COPS03
30
27
57
35,559,019
623,842
15
Joe Bottorff (4277)
REDC01
30
26
56
35,345,695
631,173
16
Rachel Schaller (42519)
RIDG01
80
28
108
33,877,769
313,683
17
Roy Wilson (5936)
TUCK21
21
33
54
33,520,145
620,743
18
Denise Fiore (24458)
CESC05
49
24
73
33,070,444
453,020
19
Scott Smith (6385)
KWIN02
86
70
156
32,685,240
209,521
20
Stacy Barry (22327)
CESC04
66
14
80
32,596,705
407,459
21
Shannon Gilbert (29925)
EZST04
41
57
98
31,814,034
324,633
22
Laura Heigl (23066)
CESC05
30
29
59
31,754,342
538,209
23
Michelle Chandler (16363)
KWIN10
76
62
138
29,676,011
215,044
24
Mark Linder (10770)
CESC02
40
38
78
29,629,590
379,867
25
Matthew Reffeitt (8851)
KWIN04
79
25
104
28,974,506
278,601
26
Traci Garontakos (37772)
ECOR01
17
11
28
28,832,429
1,029,730
27
Patrick Watkins (12593)
MWRG01
64
40
104
28,606,139
275,059
28
Clay Burris (32046)
CESC09
55
28
83
28,486,158
343,207
29
David Brenton (7208)
DBTM01
68
44
112
27,594,491
246,379
30
Timothy O'Connor (6723)
BHHS01
38
38
76
27,284,706
359,009
31
Jason O'Neil (30185)
CRCE01
11
14
25
26,369,609
1,054,784
32
Jeffrey Paxson (18702)
JPTM01
73
20
93
25,509,838
274,299
33
Anthony Robinson (32028)
KWIN05
10
111
121
25,444,676
210,287
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Rank
Agent Name
Office
Transactions
Volume
Average
List
Sold
Total
Total
Price
34
Carrie Holle (31603)
COPS02
15
16
31
25,264,871
814,996
35
Joshua Moss (34263)
KWIN02
52
43
95
25,186,922
265,125
36
Drew Schroeder (21297)
EXPL05
29
20
49
24,789,059
505,899
37
Jeffrey Cummings (28040)
DIGR01
53
43
96
24,669,309
256,972
38
Jamie Boer (17121)
TRBL01
33
42
75
24,001,266
320,017
39
Christi Coffey (24398)
TUCK16
38
30
68
23,906,394
351,565
40
Diane Brooks (8362)
TUCK07
31
29
60
23,826,600
397,110
41
Eric Wolfe (25107)
PIEG01
73
54
127
23,731,500
186,862
42
Mary Wernke (29829)
TUCK14
13
16
29
23,367,162
805,764
43
Corina Jones (24987)
YRHM01
46
56
102
23,336,565
228,790
44
Brian Sanders (9359)
CESC04
22
24
46
23,282,665
506,145
45
Lindsey Smalling (30943)
TUCK05
63
37
100
23,257,280
232,573
46
Jennifer McLean (34872)
CESC01
56
14
70
23,180,135
331,145
47
Jeff Kucic (9309)
EVIN01
9
18
27
22,786,135
843,931
48
Ashley Wright (34397)
TUCK20
43
51
94
22,518,814
239,562
49
Mike Scheetz (9293)
CESC01
42
11
53
22,471,973
423,999
50
Nicholas Laviolette (28773)
COPS01
22
18
40
22,333,020
558,326
Disclaimer: Information is pulled directly from MLS. New construction or numbers not reported to MLS within the date range listed are not included. MLS is not responsible for submitting this data. Some teams may report each agent individually. Indy Real Producers does not alter or compile this data, nor claim responsibility for the stats reported to/by MLS. Data is based off of Mibor counties.
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TOP 200 STANDINGS Teams and Individuals From January 1, 2021 to August 31, 2021
Rank
Agent Name
Office
Transactions
Volume
Average
List
Sold
Total
Total
Price
51
Kelly Todd (17868)
TUCK14
15
23
38
22,239,600
585,253
52
Rodney Heard (25890)
EXPL01
29
48
77
22,233,130
288,742
53
James Embry (22365)
KWIN01
37
35
72
22,157,920
307,749
54
Joe Everhart (5556)
EVRR01
32
9
41
21,995,625
536,479
55
Julie Schnepp (10638)
RMAX01
72
23
95
21,888,916
230,410
56
Michael Lyons (14855)
KWIN01
47
18
65
21,729,040
334,293
57
Robbin Edwards (34909)
ECOR01
26
31
57
21,683,739
380,416
58
Mark Dietel (29430)
DRRL01
45
41
86
21,600,697
251,171
59
Scott Hackman (22830)
CESC04
19
18
37
21,590,732
583,533
60
Jason Alsup (26628)
EXPL01
42
24
66
21,560,457
326,674
61
Laura Turner (31672)
TUCK03
25
27
52
21,154,878
406,825
62
Anabel Haviza (35937)
KWIN05
2
100
102
20,987,000
205,755
63
Alex Montagano (32905)
EXPL05
26
28
54
20,567,277
380,876
64
Steve Lew (35213)
SVRE01
36
36
72
20,536,757
285,233
65
Thomas Endicott (3920)
KWIN05
34
36
70
20,536,450
293,378
66
Kurt Spoerle (5404)
TUCK14
23
18
41
19,303,855
470,826
67
Christopher Fahy (34333)
BHHS02
41
8
49
19,082,393
389,437
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Rank
Agent Name
Office
Transactions
Volume
Average
List
Sold
Total
Total
Price
68
Patrick Keller (36900)
CPRT01
34
29
63
18,946,903
300,744
69
Brian Maire (32173)
URE 01
35
24
59
18,760,500
317,975
70
Scott Lindsay (35253)
CESC05
45
8
53
18,634,690
351,598
71
Bins Ahluwalia (3763)
BINA01
20
39
59
18,468,267
313,021
72
Jamie Suchotzky (30968)
RHOT01
42
27
69
18,273,882
264,839
73
Nancy A. Dewbrew (16440)
NRET01
48
36
84
18,220,276
216,908
74
Jeneene West (11081)
JWES01
63
27
90
18,046,010
200,511
75
Kimberly Carpenter (15467)
TRBL01
23
35
58
17,997,772
310,306
76
Daniel O'Brien (35006)
TRBL01
19
35
54
17,959,390
332,581
77
Shelly Walters (29205)
EXPL04
29
30
59
17,953,736
304,301
78
Samuel Hawkins (14746)
TUCK14
12
10
22
17,710,900
805,041
79
Jacqueline Graham (15602)
CESC01
42
5
47
17,710,878
376,827
80
Steve Silver (37438)
RMPR01
47
39
86
17,684,166
205,630
81
Robert Lather (40513)
CESC02
16
61
77
17,618,333
228,810
82
Andrea Regan (24504)
UBRG01
9
60
69
17,547,100
254,306
83
Fred Nelson (30236)
CESC02
51
8
59
17,373,244
294,462
84
Jason Hess (29809)
KWIN01
31
27
58
17,337,182
298,917
85
Carl Vargas (3918)
TUCK04
35
22
57
17,134,061
300,598
86
Laura Waters (39181)
EZST01
31
29
60
17,078,238
284,637
87
Gregory Leugers (19407)
KWIN14
28
24
52
17,052,615
327,935
88
Kevin Elson (8938)
EXPL01
42
12
54
16,996,884
314,757
89
Erika Frantz (30003)
BHHS12
41
6
47
16,949,498
360,628
90
Phillip Shively (13495)
CARP35
35
22
57
16,916,340
296,778
91
Patrick Tumbarello (35690)
TUCK03
21
26
47
16,784,834
357,124
92
Michael Price (28912)
CSRG01
33
40
73
16,592,775
227,298
93
Ross Graham (31783)
EXPL01
35
24
59
16,554,318
280,582
94
Penny Dunn (30844)
CESC01
28
13
41
16,535,000
403,293
95
Staci Woods (33151)
KWIN05
27
25
52
16,504,836
317,401
96
Kelly Huff (30636)
TUCK10
23
21
44
16,488,431
374,737
97
Joshua Vida (29955)
PDIG01
55
0
55
16,419,723
298,540
98
Jodi Gandy (33432)
HNRL01
29
56
85
16,395,800
192,892
99
Chad Hess (25287)
FCCH01
47
24
71
16,300,606
229,586
100
Jonathan Bell (32684)
RISE01
33
21
54
16,265,141
301,206
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TOP 200 STANDINGS Teams and Individuals From January 1, 2021 to August 31, 2021
Rank
Agent Name
Office
Transactions
Volume
Average
List
Sold
Total
Total
Price
101
Mark Dudley (840)
RERG01
45
27
72
16,166,371
224,533
102
Christopher Schulhof (17825)
RRSE01
33
10
43
16,155,293
375,704
103
Ray Stuck (3135)
HMEX01
23
21
44
16,114,700
366,243
104
Denise Potter (37479)
ONYX01
33
8
41
15,839,732
386,335
105
Jake Stiles (21840)
STIL01
28
29
57
15,757,000
276,439
106
Libby Somerville (4319)
COPS01
23
15
38
15,728,430
413,906
107
Jordan Moody (36901)
KWIN01
51
30
81
15,639,344
193,078
108
Matt King (38196)
TUCK14
11
13
24
15,595,400
649,808
109
Steve Sergi (8832)
RMAC01
28
15
43
15,433,111
358,910
110
Molly Hadley (28457)
TUCK02
25
31
56
15,409,398
275,168
111
Andy Deemer (5803)
TUCK10
19
21
40
15,389,880
384,747
112
Benjamin Jones (26255)
COPS01
16
19
35
15,331,009
438,029
113
Larry Rasmussen (2608)
CERA01
22
6
28
15,306,657
546,666
114
Beckie Schroeder (22137)
TUCK07
18
12
30
15,306,153
510,205
115
Spencer Lindahl (33962)
MASR01
5
81
86
15,233,147
177,130
116
Pam Jones (21672)
KWIN01
24
14
38
15,178,100
399,424
117
Steve Masuccio (18412)
CESC09
41
7
48
15,057,105
313,690
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Rank
Agent Name
Office
Transactions
Volume
Average
List
Sold
Total
Total
Price
118
Michael Feldman (36566)
COPS01
20
20
40
14,927,438
373,186
119
Jennifer Shopp (24143)
BHHS02
21
20
41
14,853,496
362,280
120
Kristen Cambridge (39768)
PLCL01
17
15
32
14,818,429
463,076
121
Brittany Burke (33250)
TKEY01
29
40
69
14,782,895
214,245
122
Christie Snapp (31259)
PLCL01
19
23
42
14,745,515
351,084
123
Eli Skinner (34308)
FTHM01
24
46
70
14,720,005
210,286
124
Glenn Bill (7134)
EXPL01
18
13
31
14,681,888
473,609
125
Jason DeArman (26618)
TUCK10
32
20
52
14,648,791
281,708
126
Karen Tanner (24680)
BOTA01
39
27
66
14,624,526
221,584
127
Jane Wells (11250)
TUCK07
12
20
32
14,590,025
455,938
128
Ronda Cooper (31640)
FARE01
42
11
53
14,587,549
275,237
129
Jay O'Neil (8204)
ECOR01
16
7
23
14,567,250
633,359
130
Cindy Stockhaus (31531)
CARP08
35
10
45
14,520,490
322,678
131
Luis Coronel (30605)
CORG01
32
93
125
14,473,635
115,789
132
Ron Rose (6209)
IRPL01
32
21
53
14,451,427
272,668
133
Jerry Gemmecke (36530)
TUCK14
22
32
54
14,443,874
267,479
134
Matthew Kressley (19670)
TUCK10
10
10
20
14,421,335
721,067
135
Todd Ferris (28630)
FRRS01
20
21
41
14,322,079
349,319
136
Scott Taskey (17897)
BRRD01
30
12
42
14,278,771
339,971
137
Will Lonnemann (24119)
TUCK14
22
30
52
14,246,500
273,971
138
Paul Nay (41438)
PNAR01
50
25
75
14,222,569
189,634
139
Craig DeBoor (33481)
EXPL01
29
33
62
14,198,474
229,008
140
Chris Harcourt (36634)
RMCN01
41
39
80
14,195,560
177,445
141
Christopher Price (21181)
KWIN04
44
32
76
14,191,915
186,736
142
Jacilynn Ferris (42974)
IHSR01
8
51
59
14,173,701
240,232
143
Stacey Sobczak (26482)
COPS01
14
13
27
14,160,110
524,449
144
Kisna Adhikari (37613)
FTRE01
17
47
64
14,121,475
220,648
145
Bradley Grant (20888)
CESC07
34
6
40
14,120,177
353,004
146
Steven Custis (28281)
RMCN01
40
38
78
14,099,000
180,756
147
Natalie Clayton (38226)
MWPC01
18
29
47
14,084,992
299,681
148
Tina Smith (26421)
CESC01
15
15
30
14,068,324
468,944
149
Lora Reynolds (26656)
IHRG01
15
43
58
14,019,660
241,718
150
Janet Clark (19209)
TUCK10
13
21
34
13,878,195
408,182
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TOP 200 STANDINGS Teams and Individuals From January 1, 2021 to August 31, 2021
Rank
Agent Name
Office
Transactions
Volume
Average
List
Sold
Total
Total
Price
151
Roberta Dakich (6692)
TUCK14
12
21
33
13,874,200
420,430
152
Todd Cook (35316)
KWIN02
35
21
56
13,846,453
247,258
153
Kelly Dather (23800)
KWIN05
8
28
36
13,802,771
383,410
154
Jennifer Goodspeed (24306)
KWIN01
24
22
46
13,779,849
299,562
155
Debra Halcomb (27617)
KWIN02
27
23
50
13,710,435
274,209
156
Derek Manis (42426)
TUCK08
19
28
47
13,661,075
290,661
157
Kim Alexander (10797)
KWIN05
24
20
44
13,589,853
308,860
158
Frederick Catron (32426)
TUCK06
21
31
52
13,540,302
260,390
159
Jill Thompson (40061)
REDF01
14
28
42
13,530,104
322,145
160
Tony Janko (27865)
TUCK04
24
25
49
13,528,191
276,086
161
Christopher Schrader (9301)
DREZ01
31
1
32
13,520,983
422,531
162
Anuja Gupta (35975)
RREP01
18
28
46
13,494,950
293,368
163
Mallorie Wilson (25122)
THRG01
18
31
49
13,385,200
273,167
164
Mark Studebaker (20351)
TRBL01
20
32
52
13,370,732
257,129
165
Sarabjit Sikand (19328)
DRHR01
14
30
44
13,316,901
302,657
166
Chandra Sekhar
FRJJ01
31
18
49
13,258,611
270,584
167
Jeffrey Hilycord (19576)
RREP01
25
27
52
13,202,850
253,901
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Rank
Agent Name
Office
Transactions
Volume
Average
List
Sold
Total
Total
Price
168
Gary Angstadt (15254)
CESC05
23
10
33
13,171,520
399,137
169
Richard Gillette (9526)
EZST01
25
15
40
13,151,799
328,795
170
Andrew Liechty (22628)
TUCK08
20
23
43
13,115,907
305,021
171
Jane Barretto (35307)
REDF01
26
7
33
12,887,264
390,523
172
Roger Webb (33148)
RGWR01
21
23
44
12,885,600
292,855
173
Roxane Acup (21560)
PRGR01
29
27
56
12,882,483
230,044
174
Chanda Johnson (32039)
MWPC01
20
15
35
12,872,100
367,774
175
Nicholas Rodgers (34629)
RMMC01
44
33
77
12,863,940
167,064
176
Timeko Whitaker (40960)
TUCK03
18
43
61
12,697,907
208,162
177
Allison Steck (28410)
TUCK14
10
9
19
12,638,300
665,174
178
Kimberly Bell (27869)
BLRG01
10
12
22
12,628,300
574,014
179
Peggy Kieper (6438)
TUCK04
22
17
39
12,618,105
323,541
180
Steven Rupp (15910)
KWIN01
22
19
41
12,603,957
307,414
181
Andrea Ratcliff (34801)
REDF01
24
4
28
12,572,179
449,006
182
Kate MacGill (6684)
TUCK14
13
13
26
12,536,477
482,172
183
Karen Abel (21442)
BRRD01
14
15
29
12,483,342
430,460
184
Lisa Meulbroek (10279)
LIRE01
36
3
39
12,481,365
320,035
185
Douglas Dilling (18492)
URE 01
28
26
54
12,478,664
231,086
186
Pegg Kennedy (7191)
TUCK06
19
23
42
12,478,407
297,105
187
Tonda Hoagland (22630)
KWIN02
26
22
48
12,466,301
259,715
188
Jennifer Blandford (23943)
CARP32
17
19
36
12,452,186
345,894
189
Ann Williams (31762)
CESC01
26
12
38
12,445,405
327,511
190
Angelica Brewer (41299)
PLCL01
14
27
41
12,432,364
303,228
191
Ryan Radecki (34062)
EZST01
17
39
56
12,412,700
221,655
192
Kate Tuttle (39598)
PLCL01
11
31
42
12,346,502
293,964
193
Kelly Wood (16204)
CSRG04
31
13
44
12,288,100
279,275
194
Elizabeth Marks-Strauss (35825)
TUCK03
18
20
38
12,277,000
323,079
195
Mark Coffey Jr. (37301)
CARP07
28
25
53
12,265,200
231,419
196
Kristin Glassburn (39110)
PLCL01
19
34
53
12,228,150
230,720
197
Justin Perrey (34626)
RONH01
16
44
60
12,164,115
202,735
198
Jami Horton (35229)
KWIN14
27
23
50
12,111,899
242,238
199
Nicholas George (33745)
WTTL01
23
12
35
12,108,420
345,955
200
Herbert Rice (34289)
EXPL01
23
19
42
12,084,199
287,719
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