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  1. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Winfield Welcomes Natalie Harvey
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Winfield Welcomes Natalie Harvey

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Natalie Harvey to the Winfield, IN office.    I consider myself to be a very passionate person whenever I put my mind to something I give it my all and nothing less. I truly enjoy helping people make their dreams come true as much as my own.

  2. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lincoln Square Welcomes Amy Prestinario
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lincoln Square Welcomes Amy Prestinario

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Amy Prestinario to the Lincoln Square, IL office.    Previously, Amy went to the University of Notre Dame and is currently a Campus Recruiter at IBM. She loved the process of buying her home in Chicago and wants to help others find their perfect home with the same great experience that she had.   In her free time Amy is a member ...

  3. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Joseph Metzger
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Joseph Metzger

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Joseph Metzger to the Valrico, FL office.    Joseph has his A.A. Degree in Business, and has worked in a variety of professions from quick service restaurants, to sales, and even health care. He is new to real estate but has always wanted to be his own boss as well as be able to provide for his family.   Joseph and his wife have ...

  4. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Schererville Welcomes Joseph Pokraka
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Schererville Welcomes Joseph Pokraka

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Joseph Pokraka to the Schererville, IN office.    Joe received his BA in Information Systems - Network Engineering from Purdue University. He has been in real estate for 14 months now. In 2018 he received awards for National Rookie of the Year, Broker Council Rookie of the Year, and Ambassador Award.   In his free time, Joe enjoys ...

  5. How to Explain Your Home's Strange Behavior
    How to Explain Your Home's Strange Behavior

    Do you hear things that go bump in the night? See lights that flicker on and off? If you’re worried that your home might be haunted, there’s probably a far less exciting explanation. Consumer Reports (CR) unravels the mysteries of unexplained “phenomenon” around the house. The unexplained draft. Feel a shiver up your back? If you have unusual cold spots or drafts ...

  6. 4 Steps to a Powerful Elevator Pitch for Your Business
    4 Steps to a Powerful Elevator Pitch for Your Business

    By Liz Dominguez As a real estate agent, you should have an elevator pitch ready to go wherever you are. Sometimes the biggest opportunities to obtain new business happen during your daily routines, such as grocery shopping or weekend volunteering. So, the next time you run into someone who might turn out to be a lead, you want to be prepared. Here's how to craft and deliver a powerful elevator ...

  7. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Beloit Welcomes Brian Rudolph
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Beloit Welcomes Brian Rudolph

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Brian Rudolph to the Beloit, WI office.    Brian is currently in Sales for Dr Detail/US Cellular and has been since 2001. He loves working with his community and helping people which is what has led him into real estate.   In his free time, Brian enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing, and poker. 

  8. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Crown Point Welcomes Ashley Borgioli
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Crown Point Welcomes Ashley Borgioli

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Ashley Borgioli to the Crown Point, IN office.    Ashley is brand new to real estate. She loves meeting new people, and the idea of helping people start a new chapter in their lives sounds professionally and personally fulfilling.    When not working, Ashley is busy being a mom of two.

  9. How to Maintain Your Garbage Disposal
    How to Maintain Your Garbage Disposal

    By Zoe Eisenberg A garbage disposal is a clean and cost-effective way to manage waste. But what happens when your disposal starts to smell, gets backed up, or is otherwise in a funk? Below are five ways you can better maintain your disposal. Baking soda bath. Once a month, pour a little baking soda and vinegar down your disposal. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then flush with hot water and ...

  10. Setting Yourself Up for Referrals Through Agent Networking
    Setting Yourself Up for Referrals Through Agent Networking

    By Liz Dominguez Agents tend to zone in on only one kind of referral: leads that come in through past clients or friends and family. However, there's another segment of the referral business that many do not take advantage of: agent referrals. These can be very lucrative, providing agents with supplementary income without having to go out and find new clients. Here's how to build your ...

  11. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Roscoe Welcomes John Cady
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Roscoe Welcomes John Cady

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome John Cady to the Roscoe, IL office.    Hello to all of my new colleagues. My name is John Cady and I will be joining the esteemed ranks of the Century 21 Affiliated - Roscoe team. I am the father of one handsome and outgoing almost 10-month-old son who likes to keep my wife and I busy finding all the new things he's able to get into. ...

  12. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Sun Prairie Welcomes Justin Gruchow
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Sun Prairie Welcomes Justin Gruchow

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Justin Gruchow to the Sun Prairie, WI office.    Justin received his Associates Degree in Criminal Justice and became an Event DJ and Retail Manager. He has been in real estate for under one year now.    Justin enjoys helping and teaching people. He feels this was a great way to put all of his skills together and help make ...

  13. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Schererville Welcomes Shawn Long
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Schererville Welcomes Shawn Long

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Shawn Long to the Schererville, IN office.    Shawn went to Kaplan College and  studied Computer Information Systems. He has been in real estate for over 10 years now.   In his free time, Shawn is a nerd for marketing and technology, has a background in construction, and is a very proud father. 

  14. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Naperville Welcomes Patrick Phillips
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Naperville Welcomes Patrick Phillips

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Patrick Phillips to the Naperville, IL office.    Patrick is a fulltime Firefighter and Paramedic and is new to real estate. He loves meeting new people, helping people, and looking at houses.   Recently Patrick was married and his father-in-law (Ray Marion) is an Agent at the Naperville office. He has 2 dogs, 1 ...

  15. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Mount Pleasant Welcomes Tameshia Gray
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Mount Pleasant Welcomes Tameshia Gray

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Tameshia Gray to the Mt. Pleasant, WI office.    Previously, Tameshia was a Nursing Assistant and this will be her first year in real estate. She loves helping others and she would like to help others achieve the American Dream of owning their own home. She has a genuine passion inside of her for real estate - it's been a dream of ...

  16. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Orland Park Welcomes Hanadi Joudeh
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Orland Park Welcomes Hanadi Joudeh

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Hanadi Joudeh to the Orland Park, IL office.    Hanadi is a new agent and is very excited to be part of the real estate industry. She is confident this is the right field for her. She has always been interested in the field and now is finally the right time for her. She loves the idea of helping people find the right home and making ...

  17. Tips for Reviving Your Lawn After Winter
    Tips for Reviving Your Lawn After Winter

    By Katie Kuchta Waking up your lawn can be challenging, and there is added pressure if you want to put a home on the market. Early spring is one of the best times of the year to make your home look great. This busy season coincides with an uptick in activity in the real estate market, making it that much more critical for you to get your lawn back in great shape.   Here are ...

  18. Facebook Ad Changes: How Will They Affect Real Estate Agents?
    Facebook Ad Changes: How Will They Affect Real Estate Agents?

    By Patty McNease, Vice President of Brand Marketing for Homes.com Federal housing laws prohibit the discrimination of people based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability and family status, but for years, civil rights advocates have been warning that Facebook's ad targeting can be used to discriminate against these protected classes. Last year, the Department of Housing ...

  19. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Yorkville Welcomes Dan Kolarits
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Yorkville Welcomes Dan Kolarits

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Daniel Kolarits to the Yorkville office.    Daniel is new to real estate and is excited for the personal interaction he will have with clients and helping others through connections.    In his free time, Daniel is a musician, a business owner, and an Auxillary Police Deputy.

  20. Decorating With Bold Colors
    Decorating With Bold Colors

    (Family Features)--From dark and moody to vibrant and bold, colorful design is gaining favor among homeowners ditching safe, neutral palettes to create more daring, dramatic spaces. Decorating with deeply saturated colors can be intimidating. Explore these ideas to welcome more bold colors into your home and create inviting spaces for living and entertaining. Walls of color. Say goodbye ...

  21. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - South Bend Welcomes Amanda Pietrzak
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - South Bend Welcomes Amanda Pietrzak

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Amanda Pietrzak to the South Bend, IN office.    I started my real estate career two years ago in North Carolina and I'm excited to practice real estate in my hometown. I always thought that real estate would be a fun and exciting job ever since going through the process of buying my first home. In my spare time I enjoy going to ...

  22. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - South Bend Welcomes Amanda DeVries
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - South Bend Welcomes Amanda DeVries

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Amanda DeVries to the South Bend, IN office.    Amanda received her Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Leadership and Minor in Communications. She is just getting started in real estate but has been a long time hobbyist in browsing real estate websites. She is excited to have the opportunity to help someone find the perfect ...

  23. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Baraboo Welcomes Rebecca Jackson
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Baraboo Welcomes Rebecca Jackson

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Rebecca Jackson to the Baraboo, WI office.    Rebecca has been in real estate for over 20 years. It was her family business growing up. She has always loved real estate; working with sellers, buyers, renters, and flipping properties. Rebecca is an outgoing person and enjoys helping people.    In her free time, Rebecca has ...

  24. The Pros of Buying New Construction
    The Pros of Buying New Construction

    Maybe you’ve been searching for your dream home for months and you just can’t find the right one. You’ve come close, but there’s always something that you just can’t get past: the property backs up to a busy highway; the kitchen is dated and not adjacent to the family room; there’s no room that lends itself to a home office; the garage is detached. No matter what, ...

  25. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Elkhart Welcomes Barketa Kerns
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Elkhart Welcomes Barketa Kerns

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Barketa Kerns to the Elkhart, IN office.    Barketa is an established REALTOR of 14 years with Century 21 Sbarra. Real estate has always been something she has wanted to do. Once she started her career, she's simply been in love with helping buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals.    She has received multiple ...

  26. Time to Hire a Real Estate Assistant? How to Go About It
    Time to Hire a Real Estate Assistant? How to Go About It

    By Alexis Petersen Twelve percent of real estate agents indicate that better time management is the most important aspect of earning more money this year, according to The Voice of the Real Estate Agent, published by Real Estate Express. Respondents in the report share that those who are successful in owning their time rely on several habits, including building out their real estate team.   ...

  27. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Beaver Dam Welcomes Melanie Budde
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Beaver Dam Welcomes Melanie Budde

    CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Melanie Budde to the Beaver Dam office.  Born and raised in Dodge County, Melanie Budde has witnessed the growth that has come over the area and is eager to see the continued expansion. After attending UW-Whitewater, Melanie came back to Beaver Dam and has planted her roots in the community. Melanie comes to this position with over 10 years experience ...

  28. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - South Bend Welcomes Alek Cherrone
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - South Bend Welcomes Alek Cherrone

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Alek Cherrone to the South Bend, IN office.    Alek has a background being an electrician and is in his second year in real estate. His mom gave him the idea, and after further research he know it was the perfect fit for him.  

  29. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Mundelein Welcomes Anita Willms
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Mundelein Welcomes Anita Willms

    CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Anita Willms to the Mundelein, IL office.  My name is Anita Willms - thanks for taking the time to get to know me!   First and foremost, I am a mother of four boys. I have lived in Gurnee/Lindenhurst for the past 20 years, so I know my way around the neighborhoods.   I became a Real Estate Broker to assist home buyers and sellers in ...

  30. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Rockford Welcomes Nick Leeson
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Rockford Welcomes Nick Leeson

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Nick Leeson to the Rockford, IL office.    Previously, Nick ran a personal training business. He is new to real estate, but his family has been heavily involved for two generations. He is excited to learn the market and to grow his family business.   In his free time, Nick loves weightlifting, outdoor activities, cars, and animals.

  31. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Mundelein Welcomes Luis Lopez
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Mundelein Welcomes Luis Lopez

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Luis Lopez to the Mundelein, IL office.    Luis has a background as a Solution Specialist for Verizon and is excited to start his career in real estate. He loves working with people and always tries to get people the best deal possible.   In his free time Luis loves the Bears and the Cubbies! He is a family guy with two kids and ...

  32. How to Do a Home Detox
    How to Do a Home Detox

    While you may have tried a juice cleanse or a gluten-free diet to rid your body of unhealthy substances, have you ever considered what harmful elements might be inhabiting your home? According to the home experts at Martha Stewart Living, giving your home a detox is a great way to purge chemicals and toxins that can lead to health hazards like allergies, asthma and more serious issues such as ...

  33. How to Save Time by Automating Your Marketing
    How to Save Time by Automating Your Marketing

    By Alexis Petersen Marketing your real estate business can take a lot of time—especially tasks that might seem repetitive or menial. Thanks to technology, it just got a whole lot easier. You don't have to repeat basic marketing tasks daily anymore, but can leverage your time by automating key elements of the marketing process. Real estate agents who participated in the Real Estate ...

  34. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Jessica Walker
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Jessica Walker

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Jessica Walker to the Valrico, FL office.    Jessica is a newly licensed agent, but she is a 3rd generation Century21 Agent! She follows both her mom and grandma down the real estate path.   Jessica has worked with various charities and church groups and has also volunteered with March of Dimes, Breast Cancer Awareness, ...

  35. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Edison Park Welcomes Bernadette Archibald
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Edison Park Welcomes Bernadette Archibald

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Bernadette Archibald to the Edison Park, IL office.    Bernadette has her Bachelors Degree in Psychology/Sociology, her Masters Degree in Administration, and her Teaching Certification.   She has been in real estate for 3 years and enjoys helping people find their dream home!  

  36. CENTURY 21 Affiliated -Schererville Welcomes Sandra Haley
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated -Schererville Welcomes Sandra Haley

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Sandra Haley to the Schererville, IN office.    Previously, Sandra was a Chef for 35 years. She has been in real estate for 15 years and loves it because she can be her own boss and could work with other people.    Sandra has 8 children and 33 grandchildren. She loves to cook and have summer parties with her family.  

  37. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Eau Claire Welcomes Becky Gustafson
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Eau Claire Welcomes Becky Gustafson

      CENTURY 21 Affiliated would like to welcome Becky Gustafson to the Eau Claire, WI office.    Previously, Becky was a Dental Hygienist for 28 years. She is new to real estate but has a love for houses and has always had a passion of wanting to help people.   Becky has 3 kids - 2 daughters and 1 stepdaughter and enjoys spending time at her cabin in Hayward.  

  38. What You Need to Tell Your Real Estate Agent
    What You Need to Tell Your Real Estate Agent

    There’s so much to think about when shopping for a new home to buy. That’s why working in close partnership with a trusted real estate professional is critical to finding and securing the home of your dreams. For your relationship with your agent to be a successful one, however, there are certain things you need to communicate up front. Otherwise, the home-buying process will become ...

  39. REAL Trends Recognizes CENTURY 21 Affiliated Among Leading Realty Firms in 2018

    Madison, WI (Grassroots Newswire) 3/28/2019 -- REAL Trends recently recognized CENTURY 21 Affiliated as a leading realty firm on the REAL Trends 500 list. Ranked 16th in sales, the REAL Trends 500 places CENTURY 21 Affiliated as the no. 1 real estate firm in units sold in Florida, Indiana, and Wisconsin, as well as no. 2 in Michigan and Illinois. CENTURY 21 Affiliated was also ...

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    • March 28, 2019
    • CENTURY 21 Affiliated
  40. 6 Tips to Effectively Use Instagram as a Lead-Generating Tool
    6 Tips to Effectively Use Instagram as a Lead-Generating Tool

      By Chris Smith, Co-Founder of Curaytor The real estate industry is constantly changing to match the needs and desires of homebuyers. As younger demographics like millennials and Generation Z enter the home-buying market, real estate agents need to find new ways to reach and interact with them.   Prior to this new wave of homebuyers entering the market, real estate agents found ...

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