2011 Agent Award Breakfast

Okay folks, I know I'm a little behind on the times here but better late than never right!

Back in February we had our annual awards breakfast to recognize some outstanding agents (though they're all pretty outstanding really).

Here's what Charlie had to say about the whole thing :

“We are proud to have such an outstanding group of Real Estate Professionals affiliated with our company. Their performance in 2011 is, once again, a testimony to their ingenuity, optimism and hard work.” - Charlie Shook, President

Congratulations to all our agents on a spectacular year. You are an exceptional group of people whose hard work, relentless dedication to your clients, and fearless commitment to integrity are what makes this company what it is. Here’s to you, your hard work and success, and wishing you more in the year to come! Cheers!

So without further ado... here are the 2011 Coldwell Banker Award Winning Agents!

International President's Elite 

Cheryl Butcher

Kathy Lafuse

The Dream Weaver Team

International President's Circle

Meg Howlett

Sherry Peck

Sharon Schlott

 Kelly Schreckengast

Olga Jeffares

International Diamond Society

Jan Dowell

 Kristy Miley

 Kathryn Oreovicz

 Mary Holtz (not pictured) & Kent Brewer 

 The Junius Group: Mary Ann (not pictured) & Amy

International Sterling Society

Maggie Stark

 

Kent Upton

2011 Coldwell Banker Shook Award Winners

Scott Rumble received the Robert H. Shook Community Service Award  

(Pictured below in the center with Steve Shook & Charlie Shook)

Jan Dowell received the Marilyn F. Wilson Outstanding Service Award

(Pictured below in the center with Kelly Schreckengast and Charlie)

 Kristy Miley received the 2011 Rookie of the Year Award

We have an awesome team here at Coldwell Banker Shook and we are proud to work with every single one of our agents.


P.S. I promise not to fall so behind on this next year! :)

Sincerely,
Adrienne Kizer
Marketing Director

CHARLIE SHOOK | PRESIDENT, INDIANA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

REALTORS® INSTALL CHARLIE SHOOK OF LAFAYETTE AS PRESIDENT OF INDIANA ASSOCIATION

(INDIANAPOLIS, IN) – Charlie Shook was Monday night installed as the 2012 president of the Indiana Association of REALTORS® at the association’s annual Inaugural Banquet in Indianapolis.

Shook is president and an owner of Coldwell Banker Shook, a family-owned residential and commercial real estate brokerage that was founded in 1915 by his great grandfather and grandfather. Charlie oversees the residential operation in greater Lafayette.

REALTORS® have been the beneficiary of Shook’s leadership for some time now. He has been a member of the IAR Board of Directors since 2002 and was a Board of Directors member for the Lafayette Regional Association of REALTORS® from 1994 to 1997, serving as president of that association in 1997.

In 2006, Governor Mitch Daniels appointed Shook to the Indiana Real Estate Commission, a position he still holds today. Shook was chairperson of that group in 2010.

“We are an interesting group. As Realtors we might compete head-to-head with one another on one day for a listing, then work together with the same colleague later in the week on another transaction to find a way to put a deal together. The local, state and national associations of Realtors create the template that allows us to work together for the common good of our customers. I’m proud to be a Realtor and even prouder to be a part of such a fine association of professionals,” said Shook. “Charlie has a long history of working in and around the real estate industry,” said Karl Berron, IAR Chief Executive Officer. “That coupled with his experience on the Indiana Real Estate Commission means Charlie knows the issues facing the industry better than most. His counsel and leadership will be extremely valuable in the coming year.”

Shook was also the focus of IAR’s last big gathering in the fall when he was named the 2011 REALTOR® of the Year for Indiana.

This annual award recognizes an IAR member for their high level of professionalism, community service and dedication to the REALTOR® organization. It is granted by a committee of real estate professionals from across the state that considers nominations by the 34 local REALTOR® associations in Indiana.

Chair of the IAR recognition committee, Chip Miller of Terre Haute, said there was one statement in the written nomination of Shook that particularly resonated with him and the other members of the committee.

“When we read that Charlie never hesitates to take the time to assist a colleague with real estate questions or concerns, we all smiled and nodded our heads, each admitting we’ve called on Charlie at least once, if not many times, over the years,” said Miller. “Charlie is a gracious man who everyday leads simply and quietly by his actions.”

Shook began his career by working 10 years in Comerica Bank’s commercial loan administrative department.

Shook graduated from DePauw University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, then earned an MBA in Real Estate and Finance from Indiana University

Community service is important to Shook, and he volunteers much time to organizations such as the Salvation Army, the Lafayette Symphony Orchestra and Leadership Lafayette. His grandfather is quoted as saying, “Be good to your community and your community will be good to you.”

“First, it is an honor to be included among such an impressive group from across the state,” said Shook in September. “And second, I am humbled to have my name added to the list of Indiana REALTORS® of the year dating back to 1955.”

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We'd like to give a big CONGRATULATIONS to our very own Charlie Shook. We are very lucky to get to work with and know him. Good job Charlie!

Featured Agent: The Dream Weaver Team

Meet The Dream Weaver Team!

Leslie Weaver, Kevin Weaver, and Erin Oakley*

*Licensed Associate

Specialties:  Residential Sales

Designations: Sales License, Broker License, Graduate Realtor Institute, Leadership Lafayette Graduate, “Indianapolis Monthly” April 2011 Listing as 5 Star REALTOR for West Lafayette, IN

You can contact The Dream Weaver Team at:

lweaver@shook.com      kweaver@shook.com    eoakley@shook.com

www.dreamweaverteamhomes.com

How long have you been in real estate?

30 years combined experience

What is your favorite part of being a real estate agent?

A home purchase is usually the largest investment that an individual undertakes.  We enjoy making this a rewarding, memorable and positive experience.

What is your most memorable listing?

Our most rewarding experiences often come as a result of the more emotionally driven sales.  This may be a first time home purchase for a newly married couple, a move up sale or purchase with an expanding family, a sale of a home in a family estate, or a retirement home purchase. 

What do you do on the weekend, that is, when you’re not hosting an Open House?

Spend time at home or traveling with our families…always our favorite pastime!

What, other than Real Estate, are you passionate about?

Quality time and enjoying each and every day that we are given…this might be a relaxing walk, an energizing bike ride, attending the kids’ games, dinner with friends, or a good book.

What’s the most important advice you would give to someone looking to sell their home?

When we meet a new client, our advice doesn’t begin until we assess their goals. Sometimes the desired outcome is time driven, equity concerns, or family issues. Our marketing plan and quality care package does not begin until this is discussed and an overall team goal is established.

What super power do you wish you had and why?

A super speed metabolism.

Featured Agent: Kent Upton

Meet Kent Upton!

  

Designations: Broker, GRI
Contact:

kupton@shook.com

765-491-5584 cell

765-807-7433 office direct

How long have you been in real estate?

I started in banking in 1979 after college.  From there I was hired to manage the first Coldwell Banker franchise company in the Tippecanoe County market area.  Later that company was purchased by the Shook Agency and I began selling houses in 1999.

What is your favorite part of being a real estate agent?

The independence to build your own business within the framework of a larger good company.

What advice do you have for first-time home buyers?

Buy what you can comfortably afford, put as much money down as possible, buy in an area/ a house that appeals to as many future buyers as possible…because someday you’ll become a seller and it may be sooner than you think. 

What do you do on the weekend, that is, when you’re not hosting an Open House?

I like to spend my off time with family and friends and I like to putter around the house.

What, other than Real Estate, are you passionate about?

My wife and children…and now my grandchildren.  Sherry and I like to travel…not big exotic trips, but warm places not too far away.

What’s the most important advice you would give to someone looking to sell their home?

It’s a very competitive marketplace right now.  Fewer buyers than there are sellers.  Your pricing and condition are hugely important.  Pay attention to the competition…they’re the ones that you have to beat.

What super power do you wish you had and why?

Mind reading...for obvious reasons.

State Residential Sales Numbers

IAR Stats:

The residential sales numbers as of 9/30/11 for 91 of the state’s 92 counties are out.  I like to compare Tippecanoe County to 1) the state as a whole, 2) Hamilton County (Noblesville/Carmel/Fishers) and 3) Monroe County  (Bloomington).  I compare year to year change in unit sales for the individual month (September), year to year change in year to date unit sales (year to date through 9/30) and the change in year to date median house price    Here’s  how they shake out. 

For Tippecanoe County, unit sales in September were 22% above last year, year to date sales are 3% behind last year and the median sale price to date in 2011 is 2% greater than last year during the same period of time.

For the State, unit sales in September were 10% above last year, year to date sales are 3% behind last year and the median sale price to date in 2011 is 1% lower than last year during the same period of time.

For the Hamilton County, unit sales in September were 28% above last year, year to date sales are 3% above last year and the median sale price to date in 2011 is equal to the median sale price during the same period of time.

Finally, for our friends in Monroe County, unit sales in September were 19% above last year, year to date sales are 1% behind last year and the median sale price to date in 2011 is equal to the median sale price during the same period of time.

Clearly, the progress is slow, but it is progress, none the less.

Charlie

CHARLIE SHOOK IS INDIANA'S REALTOR OF THE YEAR!

Congratulations to our very own Charlie Shook for being awarded the Indiana Realtor of the Year by the Indiana Association of Realtors. This award is to recognize and award REALTOR members of our local Boards/Associations for effort expended in the interest of their fellow REALTORS, their community and the real estate profession and who exemplify the highest level of professional conduct in serving the real estate needs of the general public. 

We are very proud of you! Great job Charlie! 

Featured Agent: Kelly Schreckengast

Say HELLO to Kelly Schreckengast!

Specialties: New/Existing Homes, Relocation Specialist, Works both Lafayette, West Lafayette and Surrounding Areas.
Designations: Member of Lafayette Regional Association of Realtors.
If you wish to contact Kelly you can do so at:
Office: 765-742-1400
Cell: 765-532-7163
Email: kschreckengast@shook.com

Why did you get into real estate? 

I have been in sales/marketing for my entire working career. Real Estate is my second career and it ‘fit like a glove” when I started to look into it as a new career for me. I have been actively doing it for 12 years. The first 2 years I worked for a builder and then decided I also wanted to add the existing home market to my portfolio.

What is your favorite part of being a real estate agent?

Selling this wonderful community we live in. Greater Lafayette is a true gem and I love to show it off to new clients coming from “somewhere” else. It is so nice having them be a part of this area to work, live and have fun in.  I also like working with the locals to find them that new home that fits into their current lifestyle. We all go through different phases in life and your house should fit those new needs/wants. Our local sellers are a great group to work with. It is a pleasure to see how hard they work to get their homes ready for the market. Most are so willing to listen and do the recommendations you give. I find that most of my sellers say their homes never looked so good; just to turn it over to the new owner; that is called Pride of Ownership.  


What advice do you have for first-time home buyers?

My advice to first time home buyers is to get educated and be an informed buyer. Get with a local lender so you know your numbers and do not purchase a home outside your financial comfort level. I have had first time home buyers in their early twenties and some who are venturing out for the first time in their 40’s and 50’s. All need to work closely with their lender and Realtor and be comfortable with both.

What do you do on the weekend, that is, when you’re not hosting an Open House?

I pride myself on being a great Aunt. We so enjoy going to our nieces and nephews sports games, dance recitals and school events. I am also a sports “nut” myself and like to run, play tennis and golf, if time allows.

What, other than Real Estate, are you passionate about?

I work closely with The Arts and Arts Education as part of my role as the Commissioner for Greater Lafayette on a State level with the Indiana Arts Commission. I believe all children should have the opportunity to view, touch and play in the world of the Arts no matter how small that might be. Our local Arts organizations are a wonderful place to get information and take classes. Once again we are so fortunate to have them in our community.

I am also active with the Heart Association and Cancer organizations. I try to honor my relatives and dear friends who have suffered with these illnesses by simply giving some time and money to hopefully find cures and provide support where needed.


What’s the most important advice you would give to someone looking to sell their home?

Get your home ready! We all know what needs to be fixed in our homes and we need to get those things done before we list. Consult your Realtor and find out if there are bigger things that need replaced/updated. Your Realtor can give you great advice on what today’s buyers are looking for and what they may be willing to pay for. Price it right from the very beginning. Buyers have much information at their fingertips and your house needs to be viewed as “well-kept and priced right”.        

What super power do you wish you had and why?

I wish I could fly. I could get places without a car or a plane. It would be fun to just have that freedom.   

Thank you Kelly!