April 2018 Executive Times

Executive Times April 2018

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Date Brookfield Mastermind

April 11 th | 9:30am - 11:00am Brookfield Lower Level Conference Room

Franklin Friday

April 13 th | 10:00am - 11:30am Franklin Office Workroom

Star Power Mastermind

April 16 th | 12:30pm - 2:30pm Brookfield Lower Level Training Center *Reach out to Dale, Dana or Claire for more information*

How to Build a Productive & Healthy Team April 18 th | 10:00am - 12:00pm Brookfield Lower Level Training Center

Executive Excellence Awards Banquet April 20 th | 8:00am - 11:00am Wisconsin Club Downtown

North Shore Mastermind

April 24 th | 9:00am - 10:00am Northshore Office Conference Room

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Our Realty Executives Heartbeat The story of Realty Executives is woven into every one of our Sales Executives, Broker/Owners and support team members. The very heartbeat of our company is those that call it home. It is our privilege to share these stories of success in business and in life; allowing them to define our brand.

Realty Executives Wisconsin is partnering with Ideas That Evoke, a professional media company based in Madison, to tell these stories and build a following on social media. Having a strong, consitent online presence is key in this market when buyers and sellers are utilizing the internet for their home selling and buying process and telling our story in this mannor will convey our distinct difference in our marketplace. This following will position us and YOU as thought leaders in the industry and professionals that are serving their clients with excellence.

Our campaign is designed to be followed and shared with your sphere of influence to continue to build upon why Realty Executives is the place to be for a Realtor® and why our Sales Executives are the clear choice when searching for a Real Estate agent.

These stories will be told by way of video, powerful photography and impressive graphics. The content will be fun, attractive and compelling. Our desire is to have these stories shared by the press, cherished by our own and discussed by those we hope will join the Realty Executives movement. This campaign is unique in that no other Real Estate company is doing this and because of this we are going to stand out!

These stories will focus on the areas in which our Executives are thriving and doing what they do best.

Realty Executives is home to agents who struggled at other companies and have become Top Producers here. We have newly licensed agents proving to be Rising Stars in the industry and we have unmatched levels of commission income earned by our Sales Executives; some have seen their business double, triple, quadruple or beyond due to their association with Realty Executives. Our Executives sell more, keep more and give back more and these are the stories that we want told.Our support team is phenomenal and unmatched in the industry and these are the stories we want to be told. Our Broker/ Owners give everything for the success of those they serve and their stories need to be told. These same individuals are known for accomplishments outside of their business success and have started charitable foundations, giving back to those less fortunate and caring for their co-workers like family. These stories need to be told!

Join us at our Annual Executive Excellence Awards Breakfast on April 20th to witness more of these amazing stories and Save the Date for our 2018 Regional Conference (September 12th) to meet the team from Ideas that Evoke and learn more about this powerful movement. Let me know if you would like to be featured because at Realty Executives Integrity it’s All About You and this campaign truly honors that.

Search #WeMoveWI and follow us on the below social media to see the stories, share and use on your own personal platforms to build YOUR business.

#WeMoveWI @REWisconsin @realty_executives_wisconsin Realty Executives Wisconsin

Here’s to YOU, Claire Zastrow Chief Operating Officer

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Creating the Perfect Indoor Garden for the Home Chef

A good chef knows that herbs and spices can make or break a dish. Growing your own plants in a garden will supply you with fresh ingredients that can take your home cooked meals to the next level.

If it’s chilly outside where you are, or if you don’t have enough space for an outdoor garden, don’t fret. You can create an indoor garden for all your cooking needs.

Popular Plant Options The sheer number of plant options you have can be overwhelming. But for the home chef, it’s best to stick to plants and herbs that can be used for a variety of dishes.

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Basil You can buy potted basil at the grocery store, or you can choose to start from seed. This herb is used in everything from pasta sauce to fancy cocktails, and it can be easily grown indoors. Basil loves a lot of sun, so be sure to position the pot or the container close to a sunny window.

Bay Leaves Bay Leaves have a complex flavor that is both sweet and bitter. They’re often used in dishes that have long cook-times, like in stews, soups, and sauces. Steeping bay leaves in warm dishes for long periods help release the amazing flavor. Bay plants are shrub-like perennials that grow well in containers. The plants may need to be pruned as they can get quite large and overcrowded. Overcrowding is bad for the bay plant, as it needs plenty of air to grow healthily.

Oregano The smell and taste of oregano brings back great memories of pizza, pasta, and comfort food. Oregano is aromatic, delicious, and an easy addition to your indoor garden. It’s recommended to begin your indoor oregano plant with a tip you cut from an outdoor plant. Once planted, oregano does well in a south-facing window.

Parsely You can start a parsley plant from either seeds or from an existing plant. If you start from seed, it’s a good idea to soak them in warm water first. Parsley is another herb that can be implemented in a great variety of dishes so that your indoor garden will be put to good use. You can use it in meat marinades, in a pasta sauce, in hummus or other spreads, and even just as a garnish.

Rosemary Rosemary is a strong smelling, fresh, and pungent-flavored herb. Wherever you grow it, it will fill the whole room with a fresh smell that will have you dying to cook with it. You don’t need to grow as much rosemary as some other herbs because of its strong flavor. Rosemary does best in a south-facing window and can be used in many different dishes: try it with garlic and olive oil to give fish and other meat great flavor. Or you could go classic and throw it in sauce, pasta dishes, and pizza.

Mint Many indoor herbs are used primarily in savory dishes. Mint, on the other hand, is able to be used in both sweet and savory dishes. You can make mint chocolate chip ice cream, mint cocktails, mint marinades for meat, and you can even throw it in a smoothie for a refreshing kick. Many have better luck growing mint indoors versus outdoors. Mint grows quickly and can spread throughout your outdoor space, taking over every spot in the garden. Growing it indoors allows you to tame it to a single container.

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Pay Attention to Positioning Some plants prefer direct sunlight, some like south-facing windows, and some don’t like sun at all. The positioning of the plant will significantly affect its growth and health. Be sure to do your research and position your plants so they can thrive.

Keep the Plants Away from Drafts Drafts from your heater, from the air conditioner, or even from a door or window can be bad for your indoor garden. Fluctuating temperatures can damage the plants, and even kill them if you’re not careful.

Don’t Over Water Your Plants Over-watering can over-saturate the soil and the roots of the plant, which blocks it from getting nutrients and oxygen. Over-watering is one of the top causes of plant death for indoor gardeners, so be aware of how much you’re watering. To test whether the plant needs water, touch your finger to the soil. If you lift your finger and there’s no soil stuck to it, then it’s time to water. If there’s soil on your finger, that means the soil is moist and has enough water already.

Article written for Realty Executives International by Elliot Walsh

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2018 Spring Training

Team Building: How to Build a Productive & Healthy Team Looking to build your business and develop a team approach to better serve your clients? During this training session, you’ll learn about hte dynamics of structuring a successful team for organizational health, dynamic strenght ans well as implementing systems to keep your team moving forward in unison and accountable. Learn to develop a culuture of reamwork in an industry that is competitive.

Wednesday, April 18st at 10:00am | Brookfield Lower Level

Breakfast items & morning refreshments sponsored by First Bank Financial Centre

Dale Schaechterle Broker Owner Regional Developer

Dana Keegan

Chief Financial Officer Realtor®, Partner

Becky Wilde

Chief Operating Officer Dale’s Home Selling Team

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Each of our office locations have a dedicated Certified Marketing Executive (CME) available to help you master the PrimeAgent system to streamline your business and mainting Top Of Mind status with those you serve.

They are available to do a PrimeAgent system overview to get started OR tailor the training to questions that YOU have.

Do you want to learn more about the Contact Manager, the OnDemand Mobile system or pre-made Email Campaigns or the monthly eNewsletter fully written on your behalf by the team at International? Reach out to them TODAY to schedule a one-on-one or small group training

Ask Your Office CME to Learn More!

Do you know someone who would make a great Executive?

Let our Professional Development Team know!

MakeYourMove@RealtyExecutives.com

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Welcome to our New Executives!

Please Welcome Melinda Hughes to the Franklin Office. Melinda can be reached at (262) 880-1083 or MelindaHughes@RealtyExecutives.com

Please Welcome Lisa Roehl to the Franklin Office. Lisa can be reached at (262) 496-3611 or LisaRoehl@RealtyExecutives.com

Please Welcome Paul Reif to the Brookfield Office. Paul can be reached at (414) 840-4004 or PaulReif@RealtyExecutives.com

Please Welcome Andy Manchester to the Lake Country Office. Andy can be reached at (262) 399-7178 or AndyManchester262@Gmail.com

Please Welcome Cathy Moon to the Brookfield Office. Cathy can be reached at (262) 366-1460 or CathyMoon@RealtyExecutives.com

Please Welcome Erin Salm to the Brookfield Office. Erin can be reached at (414) 499-5131 or Erin Salm@RealtyExecutives.com

Please Welcome Hayley Ruklic to the Lake Country Office. Hayley can be reached at (262) 330-1713 or HayleyRuklic@RealtyExecutives.com

Please Welcome Deb Schroeder to the Franklin Office. Deb can be reached at (414) 315-4663 or DebS@RealtyExecutives.com

Please Welcome Tiffany Decker to the Franklin Office. Tiffany can be reached at (414) 469-4243 or TiffanyDecker@RealtyExecutives.com

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ATTEND YOUR AWARDS BREAKFAST

It’s time again for your annual Awards Breakfast, which has become our tradition in April. You may wonder how is attending your Awards Breakfast considered a Sale’s Tip? Here are my Top Five Reasons for attending: 1. You will be blown away by the inspirational stories of our over-achievers, and become motivated to take your business to new heights.

2. You will be blessed to know that everyone who attends will be recognized for their accomplishments.

3. This is a rare opportunity to step away from business demands and step into a fun morning of fellowship with your Realty Executives Family.

4. Find someone you admire, ask to join them for breakfast, and invite them to share the best idea they currently have in place.

5. We have some new and unique awards we created this year, and you may be surprised to learn you’re a winner!

BONUS: The venue is exceptional and the gourmet breakfast is outstanding!

100% Yours,

MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW! 2018 Executive EXCELLENCE Awards Breakfast Friday, April 20 th 8:00am - 11:00am breakfast served at 8:00am, program begins at 8:30am

Wisconsin Club Downtown 900 W Wisconsin Avenue

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April is National Volunteer Month In what areas do you give back to the community?

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My Athlethes on the Move business sponsors events in Boston and Chicago each year to raise funds and awareness for nonprofit agencies serving urban youth and families. The charitable foundation’s, (Foundation To Be Named Later) funds are raised each year through fun and unique events focused on baseball and music two of the founders passions. In addition to the funds raised through these events, they also provide scholarships that support 90 under-resources students at 4 colleges around the country. Each scholar gets a mentor to succeed in college as a first generation college student.”

Dave Eyrise | Brookfield Office

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Several years ago while at a closing, I began talking with a Realtor friend about how I needed to more…I needed to give back…to do something much deeper than I felt I was doing at the time. My desire must have been heard from above, because I became involved in two non-profits that I am so proud to be a part of…

1. JRS PUPS N STUFF is called “the little rescue with a big heart”. Three years ago when I started fostering that may have been true, but I’ve been told JRs is now the largest non-profit dog rescue in Wisconsin. They have found forever homes for over 7,000 dogs and have provided heartworm treatments for over 700 dogs. Heartworm would be a death sentence for these dogs if they were left in the shelters.

With the one heartworm medication no longer in production, heartworm preventative is even more critical than ever. I have had the opportunity to foster 40 puppies, providing love, food and eventually selecting their forever families. This has been one of the most emotional experiences of my life, but SO cool knowing I’m saving one tiny life, one puppy at a time. If you’re looking for a fur baby of any age and size, please consider a rescue and check out our website…jrspupsnstuff.org.

2. 100+ WOMEN WHO CARE – OZAUKEE COUNTY CHAPTER is a group of women who care deeply about our community. Another Realtor who I served with on the Board of the Ozaukee Realtors Association encouraged me to attend their first meeting in 2015…the rest is history! We meet quarterly and at these meetings three members bring a charity to the attention of the group. After all three charities are presented and introduced to us, we privately vote and one charity is selected to receive our donation that quarter. We each write out a check in the amount of $100 to the chosen charity and because of the number of members, they receive a check between $7,000 and $9,000 from us. Since it’s inception in 2015, we have given almost $100,000 to local non-profits. Isn’t that amazing? If anyone in Ozaukee County is looking to join our cause, please check out our website…100womenozaukee.org.

I’ve been blessed in my career to be able to give back and seeing the results of my help is so heartwarming. While my contribution is so tiny, this quote is one I love and it is so true…

“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” – Mother Teresa

Alice Bush | Cedarburg Office

IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU!

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Our Charitable Organizations At Realty Executives Wisconsin Region, we believe community support and outreach is incredibly important. We actively support the following charitable organizations and each one is connected personally with a member of the Realty Executives Wisconsin Brand.

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We make it easy for our Executives to support these charities by allowing them to make donations directly from their closing checks. Outside of financial contributions, our leadership team and Executives donate their time and energy to work events associated with these charities as well.

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Unite 4 Peyton was created to give hope. Hope to families - Spinal Muscular Atrophy families. We know that we cannot find the cure ourselves, but we can help children and families maintain a quality of life.

We wanted to help, in what seemed to be a helpless diagnosis for many families. We wanted to make a difference in the lives of those diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

SMA is a motor neuron disease. The motor neurons affect the voluntary muscles that are used for activities such as crawling, walking, head and neck control, and swallowing. It is a relatively common “rare disorder”: approximately 1 in 6000 babies born are affected, and about 1 in 40 people are genetic carriers.

Learn more at www.Unite4Peyton.com

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Build and renovate homes for families in need of sustainable housing.

Mission - bringing people together in homes, communities and hope.

“We envision a world where everyone has a decent place to live.”

Learn more at www.Habitat.org

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SALS offers freedom with accountability for men and women who are serious about their sobriety.

We provide non-institutional sober living with a unique balance of independence and structure.

We are committed to providing safe, comfortable, and modern Recovery Houses for men and women. A house that you can call your home and a home where the diseases of alcoholism and drug addiction are understood.

Learn more at www.SALShouses.org

Lindsay’s Voice was created as a way to celebrate the life of Lindsay (Wenzel) Lopez, a 32 year old wife and Mother, who lost her 14-month battle against Leukemia on November 22, 2010.

Mission - raising awareness for Leukemia, Lymphomas, and blood Cancers AND raising funds to support patient services and ongoing research locally.

“Until there’s a day that nobody has to hear the words, ‘It’s Cancer’, we continue to fight.”

Learn more at www.TreesOfHopeWI.org

JR’s Pups-N-Stuff began with one goal in mind to save animals from life threatening situations.

Built by a network of foster parents in the Milwaukee Metro area.

“The little rescue with a big heart.”

Learn more at www.JRPupsNStuff.org

Before 16 is a 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation built to care for orphans.

We strive to get these children hosted by a family who is either considering adoption or will advocate for adoption.

Our hope is that the hosting process can provide the avenue to find a loving family for each child. We are dedicated to rescuing as many orphans as possible before they turn 16 years old and age out of the system.

Learn more at www.Before16.org

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Perseverance Works!

Unfortunately, the nature of human existence and the fact that we live in an imperfect world means that we all experience hardship. We’re all threatened by the variety of challenges we face every day – the pain of loss, the unfairness we endure, and the blows we take to our confidence. We all know what it’s like to wonder “Why now?” and “Why me?”

But the greatest leaders and the most enduring legacies are often forged in the fire of trial and tribulation. Such testing produces a resilient strength that refuses to be denied, discounted, or dismissed, especially when we are driven by the conviction of something greater than our troubles. Fortunately for us, we have the benefit of history to raise up examples of perseverance and purpose.

So, next time you’re tempted to complain about your plight or a lack of fulfilled vision, take a moment to soak in the onerous challenges of this historically great leader, and see if you can take away some encouragement seasoned with a few lessons in persistence. After 25 major moments of loss, near death experiences, career failure, and utter rejection, this leader achieved one of the most enduring and meaningful triumphs in American history: A lifetime of being tested: 1812 – Younger brother died.

1816 – Family forced out of home.

1816 – Saved from drowning.

1818 – Mother died.

1819 – Kicked in the head by a horse.

1828 – Older sister died.

1831 – Failed in business.

1832 – Defeated for Illinois State Legislature.

1833 – Failed again in business.

1834 – Elected to Illinois State Legislature.

1835 – Wife-to-be died.

1836 – Suffered a nervous breakdown.

1837 – Rejected in marriage proposal.

1838 – Defeated for Illinois speaker of the House.

1840 – Defeated for Elector.

1843 – Defeated for United States Congress.

1846 – Elected to the United States Congress.

1848 – Defeated again for the US Congress.

1850 – Son died.

1854 – Defeated for United States Senate.

1856 – Defeated for Vice President of the US. 1858 – Defeated again for United States Senate.

1860 – Elected 16th President of the United States (right before the Civil War.) 1864 – Survived a bullet through his hat.

1865 – Finally killed, but not before keeping the United States unified, ending a civil war, and beginning the end of slavery.

This leader, Abraham Lincoln, was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth, however, his legacy outshines all the rejections, failures, or plots against his life.

He persevered with humble confidence and faith in doing what’s right. You see, perseverance builds character and character builds hope – the kind of hope that can change the world.

Now, what were those issues again?

If you’re interested in learning more about how to cultivate perseverance and what it means for your leadership, I’m happy to schedule a meeting to discuss.

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Compliance Corner Catch-Up Are you in the KNOW?

Let’s get personal...about property that is.

In a residential real estate transaction, personal property is often a big discussion — especially when it’s unclear what people really want to take with them once the deal has closed. When I think about the common miscommunication between buyers and sellers as to what is or is not included, or a seller’s sentimental connection to the property and some of the items in the home, the image of Navin Johnson and a specific scene from the movie “The Jerk” pops into my head. In case you are not well versed in or have not even seen the movie “The Jerk,” allow me to set the tone for you. Navin, played by Steve Martin, is leaving the home he shares with his significant other. As he leaves, he states, “And I don’t need any of this. I don’t need this stuff, and I don’t need you. I don’t need anything!”

But Navin doesn’t stop there. He continues,… except this. And that’s it, and that’s the only thing I need, is this. I don’t need this or this. Just this ashtray. And this paddle game. The ashtray and the paddle game, and that’s all I need. And this remote control. The ashtray, the paddle game and the remote control, and that’s all I need. And these matches. The ashtray, and these matches, and the remote control and the paddle ball. And this lamp. The ashtray, this paddle game and the remote control and the lamp, and that’s all I need. And that’s all I need too. I don’t need one other thing, not one — I need this. The paddle game, and the chair, and the remote control, and the matches, for sure,” he mumbled as he hobbled toward the door, looking disheveled in his bathroom robe with pants at his ankles. He continued, “and this. And that’s all I need. The ashtray, the remote control, and this paddle game, and this magazine and the chair.” This scene with Navin always reminds me that it’s not until we have to leave, do we really know what we want. And I find this is often true of sellers. As sellers begin to look around their home, they realize there is sentimental value to the light fixture over the dining room table — perhaps it was given to them by a late relative who procured it from his or her childhood home. The light fixture by definition in the offer to purchase is a fixture. Therefore, it stays with the property. However, if negotiated in the agreement between the buyer and seller, the seller may be able to take the light fixture with him.

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At the time of listing the property, discuss with the sellers which items they wish to have stay at the property and the ones they don’t.

Address those issues in the listing contract, or have the sellers remove the items before you take listing pictures and/or begin to schedule showings.

The offer to purchase controls what’s in or out. Fixtures are defined on lines 185-192 of the WB-11 Residential OTP. When in doubt, address the item.

Make sure the buyer and seller review the terms of the offer before submission & acceptance, respectively, to ensure they understand what’s in or out of the transaction.

5. Don’t forget to address rented items — sellers cannot sell what they don’t own.

So, if the buyer loves the mirror in the dining room, the counter stools in the kitchen, the snow thrower, the fireplace hearth set and the kitchen table, then the buyer’s offer can be drafted to reflect those items as included. The sellers then can decide if they want to include those items or counter to exclude them from the offer.

What is a bill of sale?

A bill of sale is a document used to transfer title to personal property. The WB-25 Bill of Sale is the state-approved form that licensees should use for this purpose. The WB-25 warrants free and clear title to the personal property, except for any liens and encumbrances that are made exceptions. It does not, however, provide any warranties regarding the condition of the personal property. If such warranties are desired, the parties must provide for them in the contract.

Personal property that is being transferred as part of a real estate or business opportunity closing — all personal property included in the purchase price — should be conveyed at closing by bill of sale. If a schedule of personal property has been prepared as part of the offer to purchase, as in a rental property offer, a business offer or a commercial offer, the schedule may simply be attached to the updated WB-25 and referenced at line 26.

How is personal property conveyed from the seller to the buyer?

When personal property is negotiated as part of an offer to purchase, the proper way to handle the personal property would be to declare in the offer the value of the personal property and the real estate separately, and then do a WB-25 Bill of Sale at closing for the personal property. Although the WB-25 does not say exactly what the purchase price is, it does state “for good and valuable consideration.” Any attempt to label the value as $0 when that is not the case could be considered fraud, and a licensee could face discipline along with the seller and buyer. If a buyer wishes to purchase a boat or car, then the seller would likely have a title to sign like a vehicle, and the title would have a spot to indicate the value of the property.

In addition to avoiding fraud, it would benefit all parties to clarify the value of the personal property. If it does get lumped together with the value of the real estate, the municipal assessor may assess the real estate at a price higher than the actual real estate value, creating a continuing obligation for the buyer to pay property taxes on that amount year after year.

To ensure a licensee clearly has the statutory authority to negotiate the sale of personal property when it’s related to the real estate transaction, Act 110 provides: 452.133(3)(d) Negotiate the sale, exchange, purchase, or rental of personal property unless related to the transaction. The licensee may use a form approved by the board under s. 452.05 (1) (b) for the conveyance of the seller’s interest in the personal property. In this paragraph, “use a form” has the meaning given in s. 452.40 (1) (a).

Article written and courtesy of Cori Lamont Director of Corporate and Regulatory Affairs for the WRA.

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