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| RE/MAX Urban |
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1001 Ross Ave #114
Dallas, TX 75202 |
(214) 999-1181 |
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| Jeff's Education |
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Jeff believes education is the key to providing quality service. Below is a sample of the numerous certifications and classes that Jeff has attended and/or taught.
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| Jeff's CDPE Designation |
A Certified Distressed Property Expert® is a real estate professional with specific understanding of the complex issues confronting the real estate industry, and the foreclosure avoidance options available to homeowners. Through comprehensive training and experience, CDPEs are able to provide solutions for homeowners facing hardships in today’s market, specifically short sales.
The prospect of foreclosure can be financially and emotionally devastating, and often homeowners proceed without guidance of any kind. The developers of the CDPE Designation believe that the best course of action for a homeowner in distress is to speak with a well-informed, licensed real estate professional. They have the tools needed to help homeowners find the best solution for their situation. Often, when other options have been exhausted, CDPEs can help homeowners avoid foreclosure through the efficient execution of a short sale.
While enduring financial difficulties is challenging for any family, the process of finding a qualified real estate professional should not be. Selecting an agent with the CDPE Designation ensures you are dealing with a professional trained to address your specific needs. For more information, contact a CDPE in your area.
CDPEs don’t merely assist in selling properties, they serve and help save their clients in need
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| Jeff's e-pro Designation |
e-PRO is the only NAR approved Internet Certification Program.
The New Real Estate Professional must meet the needs and expectations of the Connected Consumer. The rules of business are changing, especially the real estate industry. The e-PRO Certification Program is specifically designed to keep you on top of changes and help you thrive in the exciting and rewarding world of online real estate.
e-PRO Certification is not only about technology. The e-PRO Certification Program will establish a baseline of online competence, and it will also introduce its students and graduates to the best aspects of Online Community...the Internet is about the power of people connecting with people. This Program will bring you in contact with real estate professionals from all over the country and establish a solid foundation of confidence on which to build a productive Referral Network.
This is a skills development program and will train you in the use of E-mail for marketing and risk reduction. Real estate professionals are spending millions of dollars on Web Sites, without really knowing the purpose or the result. How does one evaluate all the products on the market today? Should I "buy" or "Build" my web site? What about legal, copyright, security, and privacy issues? This program will help you answer these questions and give you constant contact with other e-PRO grads across the country.
When students enroll in the comprehensive, educational, and interactive e-PRO Certification program, they will be participating in the ongoing creation of the e-PRO curriculum and will continue to participate after Certification by involvement in the e-PRO Community and the e-PRO Referral Network.
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| Jeff's ABR Designation |
The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is designed for real estate buyer agents who focus on working directly with buyer-clients. When you decide to earn your ABR®, you gain:
Valuable real estate education that elevates your skills and knowledge in the eyes of homebuyers.
Ongoing specialized information, programs and updates that help you stay on top of the issues and trends in successfully representing homebuyers.
Access to REBAC members-only marketing tools and resources, which provide an additional competitive edge.
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| Jeff's Industry Involvement |
2003 - 2009 Director, Texas Association of REALTORS
2007 President, MetroTex Association of REALTORS
2006 Easterwood Cup Winner, Broker of the Year
2005 President, North Texas Real Estate Information Systems (North Texas MLS)
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Direct (214) 943-9400
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