RE/MAX of Reading :: Experienced Agents FAQs

How do I choose a company?
As an Experienced Agent you will want to look at not only the training, but all of the services that a company provides for it's agents.
What questions should I ask a broker?
1. What type of training to you offer?
2. Tell me about your support staff.
3. What type of office equipment is available to me?
4. What do you offer in the way of technology?
5. Do you have a marketing department?
6. What is your average list price? Sales Price?
7. Do you offer continuing education opportunities?
8. Do you offer personal websites to your agents?
What training does RE/MAX of Reading provide?
We offer training that helps our agents make money, stay organized and build their business. RE/MAX of Reading has two Buffini Certified Mentors on staff. There are multiple 100 Days to Greatness training sessions running every year.
RE/MAX employs an in-house technology trainer. Technology is constantly changing, and our trainer keeps pace with these changes. Technology sessions are never more than 1 hour long, and never the same twice! Learn all you need to know about websites, web lead management, computer based contact management, on-line marketing and more!

In addition to training, RE/MAX of Reading 's Brokers will do one on one coaching with agents. This is time that is dedicated to the personal touch! Our brokers will meet with agents one on one as often as once a week, or even once a year depending on the needs of the agent. Our goal with these one on one sessions is to address the needs of the individual!
How will RE/MAX of Reading help me make money?
RE/MAX of Reading has held the number one position in the market for over 20 years. In 2008 we plan to reach the 30% market share goal! For the RE/MAX agent this means the power of a national brand stands behind them at every listing presentation! Others may claim to be number one in Berks County , but only RE/MAX of Reading has the numbers to prove it! RE/MAX of Reading agents get more listings!
The internet is the future, and the future is NOW! On average, the RE/MAX of Reading websites generated over 44,353 unique visits a month in 2007! That meant an average of 691 new web leads generated every month! All of which were given to our agents completely FREE!!

Duty Time at RE/MAX of Reading is designed not only for the agent taking the duty calls, but also for the agent that has spent money on marketing! Our duty time policy is unique in the Berks County market place. Over 75% of our agents choose to participate in the voluntary duty time because on average it can yield $14,000 of extra income a year (and that doesn't include the subsidiary referral business!) The great thing about our duty policy is that it ensures that the agent that made the phone ring gets the lead!!
What support can I expect from Management?
Our Management team is always available! In addition to the over 60 years of combined experience from our 3 Brokers, we also boast over 50 years of combined business experience from the rest of our management team. A member of the leadership team is ALWAYS in the building during business hours!!
With an eye on the horizon, the RE/MAX of Reading leadership team meets once a month to develop ideas that will help our agents! They are constantly striving to provide the best tools, training, and technology to our agents and staff!