RCUSA Insider Spring Edition

RCUSA IN S IDER SPRING EDITION

MATTITUCK, NY 1ST Quarter Company Meeting

Celebration Dinner Recap

East End Expansion

President’s Message

By John Fitzgerald, Broker & Owner

"You are Unique" You can always be a better YOU, but you can never be someone else. Social Media has created a world of false personas envied and believed by many, creating more of a stumbling block for its followers than an inspiring path to a better life. We listen to the words, watch the video, and in most case's there's no foundation or research behind the post. In the case of social media, perception is not reality.

I don't believe in comparing myself to anyone else. The truth of the matter is, even if you happened to do it just like them, and wore the same thing they did, your experience would still be different. It's the best part of being a unique human. My goal is to wake up every day and improve on the person I was yesterday. As long as you decide each morning, to bring your best self to the day, you are already better than you were yesterday. Greatness is in each and everyone of us, so just be your best self and you'll be great!

WELCOME HOME *Mohammad Inam Julia Zhang, Modern Realty Kenneth Moore, Modern Realty *Francesco Gagliardi *Alba Medina Michael Tinelli Elena Rivas, Signature Premier Properties Katheryn Correa Alba Prete, Signature Premier Properties Johanna Penagos, Better Homes & Gardens Andrea Hallock, Movil Realty Robert Hludzinski Brooke Anzalone, Coldwell Banker Ronald Gilberti, EXP Realty Lynn Zeiner Rosa Betances *Russell Madocks Amanda Dubester, Douglas Elliman Angelina Fernandez Mary Devlin, Signature Premier Properties Michele Geraci Karoline Ross John Green, Douglas Elliman *Lauren McDonell Michelle Mazzola Stefanov Robert Vincelli, Century 21 Bay's Edge Carmela Fazio Anjing Qu, Compass Group Joanne Minkoff, Realty Advisors Patricia Garrett Reilly, Landmark Realty Mahesh Sharma, Dream Cottage Realty Diana Sanchez, Century 21 KR Realty Sean Manning, Joined Team Zeranti Giovanny Flores, EXP Realty Melissa Dreyfuss, Re/Max Best Adam Rodriguez, Coldwell Banker Ruben Dario Verdeza, Century 21 KR Realty Maria Marrero, Coach Real Estate Associates Robert Stumpo, Re/Max Best Jennifer Sanchez, Coach Realtors M  anuel Sanchez, Coach Realtors K  ai Geick, Keller Williams Y  asmeen Azzam, Coach Realtors C  hristopher Tello, Joined Team Perrone J avier Enriquez, Joined Team P  errone * Thomas Dieckhoff D  aniel Scalafani K  enneth Geick, Keller Williams * Judith Noonan S  haron Montoya, Century 21 KR *Liliana Gray, Re/Max Sparrow

(*) Welcome Back!

RC

Q1

REPORT

LONG ISLAND

MICHAEL ARDOLINO | BROKER & OWNER

It’s essential to pay attention to how current events affect the market & to inform your clients and customer of the same.

The U.S. Federal Reserve System met this month and raised interest rates for the first time since 2018. Mortgage rates are slightly up during a period when buyers exceed sellers in the real estate market, keeping it competitive.

“Buyer demand is still intense, but it’s as simple as ‘one cannot buy what is not for sale,’” said Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist. Due to inventory not meeting demands, we’re still seeing homes appreciate; an average of 15% across the country last year according to KCM.

World events are causing supply chain issues, driving fuel prices up which affect buyers’ ability to save for new home. This dip in buyers hasn’t affected real estate yet as low inventory continues to drive the market.

With interest rates and inventory historically low and home appreciation still rising, now is a favorable time to make a move. There are more properties ready to be listed than ever before and it’s our responsibility to share with our clients why now is the time to sell and buy.

SUE FORD

V.P OF GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

PHIL OKUN EXECUTIVE V.P OF RC COMMERCIAL

Realty Connect is a growing family!

“I Love this Culture” “I Love this Company”

We hear this all the time from agents moving their business to Realty Connect USA. It’s because of you we have this CULTURE. Thank you for SHARING, COLLABORATING, HELPING OTHERS GROW and Welcoming All Agents to our RCUSA Family.

Continue to Sparkle!

-sue Ford

MONTAUK HWY

BAY POR T

Persistence is key. It took 28 months and 2 dead deals, but Gary hung in and sold 579-609 Montauk Hwy in Bayport. This mixed-use commercial property sold for $1,600,000 and Gary represented both sides of the transaction. It can take time but “sticktuitiveness” pays off!

Congratulations Gary Terrasi!

2021

Year-End Award Recipients

President’s Elite

Vanessa Gonzalez, Lisa Sherman, Manny Mena, Paul Perrone, Kevin Collins, Oakar Reinstein, Paul Musso, Kevin Iglesias, Dave Oakley, Julie Poidomani, Jim Manikas, Stephen King, Lisa Godt, Marlon Mendez, Juan Valdiviezo, Joseph Intravaia, Tom Murphy, Gary Terrasi, Maura Yacub, Tommy Panebianco, Stephen Lee, Lisa Locorriere, Thomas Malanga, Jean Giuffre, William Amado, Anita Drouin, Peter Demidovich, Nancy Vargas-Johnson

President’s Council

Jamie Weinberg, Elmer Peraza, Donna Barilla, Sergio Balza, Peggy Nenos, Anthony Calcaterra, Brenden Burns, Cathi Durler, Midge Walsh, Maria Pascaretti, Kevin Fischer, Joanne Kline, Christina A Rieckehoff, Rebecca Leuck

President’s Circle

Gabrielle Binler, Jim Haydon, Shirley Gioia, J.C. Vander-Putten, Kenneth Kroncke, Sandi Bellucci, Richard LeDoux, Kathy Metz, Jackie Zambito, Nicole Chimento, Sahra Mansouri, Jim Ceparano, Suzanne Lebohner, Stephanie Carollo, Carol Grau, Tanya Korzan, Tommy Schwaber, Emilsi Deschamps, Steven Warshaw

ALEX COLATO, V.P OF FINANCE

Everyday, Realty Connect USA looks for ways to empower our agents as business leaders and our newest system is no exception.

Welcome to Paycom!

Our newest online HR & Payroll system puts you in the driver seat of your finances! With 24/7 transparency, you’ll have access to itemized closed transactions disbursements, paystubs, & so much more! As we continue to perfect this platform, we’ll provide updates on when you can expect access to Paycom!

Our long awaited Celebration Dinner did NOT disappoint! On February 17th, our Realty Connect USA family gathered at Stonebridge Country Club to celebrate and honor all of the amazing work done in 2021. With so much to celebrate, we kicked off the celebration with a stunning red carpet, live entertainment, cocktails, awards recognition and plated dinner.

Throughout the night we honored our 2021 third and fourth quarter awards, ending the night with our year-end and customer service award recipients!

Scan the QR code above to watch a recap of all the fun!

356 Ocean A V E N U E

AGENT PANELS

1ST QUARTER COMPANY MEETING You’re Invited! On April 14th, Realty Connect USA will gather to celebrate our 1st Quarter Award recipients. We will also hear from two agent panels with expert advice on marketing, social media, prospecting, investing, referrals & listings!

Joining Realty Connect USA in the summer of 2020, JoAnn Spatola hit the ground running, joining the powerhouse real estate team led by Oakar Reinstein. Together, Oakar and JoAnn’s newest listing, 356 Ocean Avenue, has already made a splash! Located on the Great South Bay, this grand waterfront luxury home is the crown jewel of Amityville!

Thursday, April 14th

Congratulations Team Oakar!

Hamlet Golf & Country Club

Make sure to register at RCUSAPortal.com 9-12

Congratulations JAMIE WEINBERG KEVIN IGLESIAS ON BEING AWARDED

THE CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD Only Awarded Once A Year, Our Customer Service Award Is Presented to ONE Agent Who Provides The Highest Quality of Service to Our Customers & Clients!

However, This Year We Had The Unique Honor to Celebrate TWO Agents Who Provided Outstanding Service Beyond The Sale! Congratulations to Kevin Iglesias & Jamie Weinberg!

SELLING THE HAMPTONS

Tommy Panebianco - President, LeTip Hampton Bays

Peggy Nenos visits WHB office

REALTY CONNECT USA IS OPEN IN WESTHAMPTON BEACH 2022 is already shaping to be an exciting year for our Realty Connect USA family! To kick it off we headed out east!

Realty Connect USA is now open in Westhampton Beach and our agents are loving it! Our newest state of the art office expands Realty Connect’s footprint as we continue to break into the East End real estate market.

Please extend a warm welcome to the newest members of our Westhampton Beach Office: ROBERT STUMPO FORMERLY OF RE/MAX

DIANA SANCHEZ FORMERLY OF C21 KR

PATRICIA GARRETT-REILLY FORMERLY OF LANDMARK REALTY

MICHELE GERACI LICENSED RE SALESPERSON

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