2005, July Coldwell Banker Jennae ‘Celebrate America’ on the Historic Square

2005, April KEN STONEBROOK SELECTED BY THE REALTORS® LAND INSTITUTE

KEN STONEBROOK SELECTED BY THE REALTORS® LAND INSTITUTE
Ken Stonebrook has been selected for membership by the Realtor Land Institute®, headquartered in Chicago, Il. The announcement was made by RLI, which is an affiliate of the National Association of Realtors®. Stonebrook is also a member of the Memphis Board of Realtors and the RLI Tennessee Chapter.

Recognized this year as a member of the International President’s Circle at the Coldwell Banker International Business Conference held in February, Ken now joins an elite group of over 12,500 land specialist members of the RLI throughout North America. According to Linda Dick, Managing Broker of Coldwell Banker Jennae, “It’s rewarding to see someone come into the business with such vision. Ken’s determination to position himself as knowledgeable counsel for his clients is a continuing goal for him….and his clients benefit from this dedication.”

Through the RLI Land University, the Institute provides specialty education for members to be current in all aspects of taxation, investment, brokerage, subdividing, and planning regarding agricultural, transitional, recreational and timberland. This depth of knowledge translates into the highest level of service to prospective purchasers and sellers of land.

Ken can be reached at Coldwell Banker Jennae, 1011 W. Poplar Suite 1, Collierville, Tn. Office: 901.853.0834, Cell 901.413-2970, Email: ken.stonebrook@coldwellbanker.com, or visit www.coldwellbankerjennae.com.

For more information about the Institute, a Directory of Members and its course, visit www.RLILand.com. For an online listing of land for sale, visit the RLI Land Network at www.RLILand.Net, 800.441.5263, RLI@realtors.org.

2005, March COLDWELL BANKER JENNAE EARNS INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

COLDWELL BANKER JENNAE EARNS INTERNATIONAL AWARDS
Collierville, Tn. March 15, 2005:
At the Coldwell Banker International Business Conference held in February 2005 at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Orlando, Fla it was announced that
• Dan Denley qualified for the International President’s Elite. Only four percent of those in the Coldwell Banker System. have qualified for this distinguished group annually. This is Dan’s second consecutive year to earn this award. The annual event brought more than 8,000 Coldwell Banker sales associates for intensive professional development and awards ceremony.
• Frank Pereira, Owner of the firm, was again awarded the International President’s Circle- for the seventh consecutive year. This group is limited to only the top nine percent of the more than 120,000 sales associates worldwide in the Coldwell Banker System.
This year a new name was added to the firm’s list of International Award Winners….
• Ken Stonebrook was recognized as a member of the International President’s Circle and as such will be invited to attend the “Elite Retreat,’ a three-day conference held exclusively for the company’s top sales associates at The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, CO August 18-20, 2005.
The 2004 Office Manager’s Award for Excellence, presented for outstanding sales and productivity levels was awarded to
• Linda Dick, Managing Broker. Dick was one of only 209 affiliate office managers throughout North America in the Coldwell Banker System to earn the prestigious award.

“It is an honor to give these prestigious awards to Coldwell Banker Jennae, which has demonstrated exceptionally high professional standards,” said Jim Gillespie, president and chief executive officer of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. “Coldwell Banker Jennae is a perfect example of the customer service that we pride ourselves on at Coldwell Banker®. It is this service that makes us a top selection when it comes to buying or selling a home.”

Coldwell Banker Jennae, recently acquired by Frank Pereira, is a full-service residential real estate firm. Associates include Helen Babb, Cyndi Bevington, Gail Denley, Dan Denley, Linda Dick, Frances Fortner, Jon Moss, Tiffany Owens, Ken Stonebrook, Jeannie Taylor, Stefanie Vick, Liza Neergaard and Lauren Alfter. The office is located at 1011 W. Poplar, Suite 1, Collierville, Tn. or www.coldwellbankerjennae.com. If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling real estate – anywhere – stop by or give them a call at 901-853-0834. They know how to open all the right doors for you!

About Coldwell Banker®
Since 1906, the Coldwell Banker ® organization has been a premier provider of full-service real estate. In 2004, Franchise Times magazine's prestigious Top 200 issue ranked Coldwell Banker number one in real estate and number eight among all franchisors. Additionally, the Coldwell Banker organization received the “Highest Overall Satisfaction For Repeat Home Buyers Among National Full Service Real Estate Firms” from the J.D. Power and Associates 2004 Home Buyer/Seller Satisfaction StudySM. The study was based on responses from 4,977 home buyers and sellers. The study was conducted for Cendant Corporation by J.D. Power and Associates. The Coldwell Banker system has more than 3,700 residential and commercial real estate offices and 120,000 Sales Associates in 26 countries and territories. Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Each office is independently owned and operated except for offices owned and operated by NRT Incorporated. The Coldwell Banker system is a leader in the industry in residential real estate, and in niche markets such as resort, new homes and luxury properties through its Coldwell Banker Previews International ® division. It is a pioneer in consumer services with its Coldwell Banker Concierge ® program and award-winning Web site, www.coldwellbanker.com. Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation is a subsidiary of Cendant Corporation (NYSE: CD). .

For More Information Please Contact Linda Dick 853-0834, 488-7879, lindad@coldwellbankerjennae.com

2004, December Coldwell Banker Jennae 25th Annual Toys for Tots Luncheon with U.S. Marine Corp Reserves

2004, August Seems Like Everything He Touches Turns to Sold

2004, July We Can All Celebrate America Because of Them

2004, February J.D. POWER AND ASSOCIATES RANKS COLDWELL BANKER HIGHEST IN FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER AND SELLER SATISFACTION

J.D. POWER AND ASSOCIATES RANKS COLDWELL BANKER HIGHEST IN FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER AND SELLER SATISFACTION
Parsippany, N.J. (February 2, 2004) – Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation, the nation’s oldest national real estate organization, today announced that it has the highest ranking in customer satisfaction from both first-time home buyers and sellers who used national real estate firms, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2003 Home Buyer/Seller Satisfaction StudySM*. J.D. Power and Associates conducts quality and customer satisfaction studies across a variety of top industries including real estate.

The study, which was conducted during August and September 2003, asked 2,924 homebuyers and sellers to evaluate the top five national real estate brands and to identify key factors of customer satisfaction in the home buying or selling process.

“We are honored to be recognized by this prestigious organization for leading customer service in these categories,” said Alex Perriello, president and CEO, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. “Buying and selling a home, especially for the first time, is one of the largest financial investments and one of the most important decisions a person can make. Our Coldwell Banker affiliates and sales associates understand this and are committed to top-notch personalized services that ensure a positive experience. This is a true testament to their exemplary service efforts as J.D. Power and Associates is renowned for representing the voice of the customer.”

* Study commissioned by Cendant Corporation

J.D. Power and Associates awarded Coldwell Banker with the “Highest Overall Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers Among National Full Service Real Estate Firms” and “Highest Overall Satisfaction For First Time Home Sellers Among National Full Service Real Estate Firms,” for showing excellence in all three factors contributing to customer satisfaction: goodwill, broker relations and information services. In fact, Coldwell Banker ranked above the industry standard in providing important services, such as informing clients about the contract and showing attention to detail from contract through closing. The J.D. Power and Associates study also found that first-time homebuyers reported they were very satisfied with Coldwell Banker assistance in negotiating a purchase price, understanding buyers’ needs and having their interest at heart.

About Coldwell Banker:
Since 1906, the Coldwell Banker® organization has been the premier provider of full-service real estate. In 2003, Franchise Times magazine's prestigious Top 200 issue ranked the organization number one in real estate and number eight overall. The Coldwell Banker system has more than 3,500 residential commercial real estate offices with nearly 106,000 Sales Associates globally. Each office is independently owned and operated except for offices owned and operated by NRT Incorporated. The Coldwell Banker system is a leader in the industry in residential real estate, and in niche markets such as resort, new homes and luxury properties through its Coldwell Banker Previews International® division. It is a pioneer in consumer services with its Coldwell Banker Concierge_ program and award-winning Web site, www.coldwellbanker.com. Coldwell Banker Mortgage® is one of the largest telephone/web based lenders in the country and the Coldwell Banker Commercial® system is one of the largest commercial franchise operations with over 400 affiliates offering clients comprehensive buying, selling, leasing, acquisition, disposition and management services. Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation, is a subsidiary of Cendant Corporation (NYSE: CD).

About J.D. Power and Associates:
Headquartered in Westlake Village, Calif., J.D. Power and Associates is an ISO 9001-registered global marketing information services firm operating in key business sectors including market research, forecasting, consulting, training and customer satisfaction. The firm was founded in 1968 and its clients today include numerous Fortune 500 firms, as well as virtually every vehicle manufacturer and importer conducting business in the U.S. market. Each year, J.D. Power and Associates surveys millions of consumers and business customers to understand their opinions and expectations regarding the products and services they purchase. For more information, go to www.jdpower.com.

2004, February Lower taxes, nice neighbors luring people to Fayette

Lower taxes, nice neighbors luring people to Fayette
Median income up 40 percent
By Jimmie Covington
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February 16, 2004

When Ellen and Barry Mooney went house shopping, they kept driving east until they ended up in Fayette County. The 30-minute drive to work or the mall from their new home in Oakland doesn't bother this young family. What matters are the friendly neighbors and the peace and quiet. The Mooneys, both 39, are among a growing number of city and suburban folk buying homes in rural Fayette. Census figures show that during the last half of the 1990s at least 6,766 people moved into the county while 4,026 moved out. The newcomers came from across the country but the majority - a little under two-thirds - came from Shelby County. Between 1990 and 2000, Fayette County's population grew 13 percent to 28,806 residents. The current development rate indicates an even-greater increase by the end of this decade. As a result of this influx of middle- and upper-income families, the county's median household income has increased dramatically - up 40 percent to more than $40,000. Ellen Mooney, a freelance writer, said the couple prayed that they would find a place "where our neighbors are nice and this is where we ended up, Fayette County. Our neighbors are wonderful." Barry Mooney's work with the Evangelical Free Church of America has taken the family to Little Rock and Oklahoma. The family moved to the Memphis area, where they had lived before, when Mooney became pastor of Trinity Evangelical Free Church. The congregation meets in the Ballet Memphis building on Trinity in Cordova. "After living in Oklahoma, you don't care if you have to drive a little bit to get to a mall," Ellen Mooney said. "In Oklahoma, you have to drive far to get to anything." Some former Shelby County residents cite a concern about steadily increasing property taxes. Others voice anger about past annexations and say they want to get away from Memphis government. Retired salesman Gordon Dodge and his wife, Linda, both 66, moved from Cordova in November to their new home in the Hickory Withe area. Major factors were "the fact that everything in Memphis is racial" and "they were just about to tax me to death," Gordon Dodge said. Many newcomers, like the Dodges, are retirees or near retirement. Since they don't have school-age children, the demand for new schools has not yet developed in Fayette County to the point that it has in Tipton and DeSoto counties, other large growth counties in the Memphis metro area. So for the time being, property taxes are low in Fayette County compared to Shelby County. The current property tax rate is $1.74 for each $100 of assessed value. In comparison, the Shelby County tax rate is $4.09 in the county outside Memphis and $4.04 in Memphis. Memphis property owners also pay a $3.2304 city rate. George Blackburn, 49, whose family has owned farmland in Fayette County for many years, moved to the county a year ago from the Winchester and Germantown Road area in Shelby County. "You can see the stars at night," Blackburn said.
- Jimmie Covington:
529-2884

2003, August COLLIERVILLE COLDWELL BANKER FIRM PURCHASED BY FRANK PEREIRA

COLLIERVILLE COLDWELL BANKER FIRM
PURCHASED BY FRANK PEREIRA
Frank Pereira, a consistent Collierville area industry sales leader, has purchased the Collierville office of Coldwell Banker. The real estate business, with local roots tracing back to 1979, will now be known as Coldwell Banker Jennae Realty. The business will continue to be housed in the newly renovated offices at 1011 W. Poplar in Collierville.

An agent with the firm since 1994, Pereira will specialize in residential properties within the Collierville area. “The Coldwell Banker tradition is to provide strong support for both clients and agents,” Pereira said. “I’m proud of that fact. That’s why I am identifying the Collierville branch with a traditional name from my family, Coldwell Banker Jennae, pronounced ‘Ja-nay’ ” he continued. Pereira, along with his children, Steve, 22, a University of Memphis Student; Troy, 17, senior at Collierville High School and Aleisa, 11, a fifth-grader at Incarnation Elementary School, make their home in Collierville. “Home is where everyone’s story begins,” he said. “I can’t think of a better place to grow my career than here at home in Collierville. We’re a new, but established business and we hit the ground running thanks to a results-oriented, dedicated staff. We welcome the opportunity to work for our clients.”

An active member of the community, under Pereira’s ownership, Coldwell Banker Jennae will maintain involvement with the annual Toys for Tots campaign, Memphis Area Association of Realtors, MLS, the Chamber of Commerce in Collierville and Fayette County and other area-related special programs.

“Fortunately for me, the staff and clients, Linda Dick has agreed to manage and train the staff and oversee hiring of new agents,” Pereira said. “Linda is a principal broker and highly respected in the town and industry. She is a real asset to us.”

The Coldwell Banker Jennae staff currently numbers 15 including agents and staff support with an anticipated increase in agents. The headquarters in Collierville is located in 2800-sq. ft, two-story building on the south side of Poplar Avenue, just West of Byhalia Road. “We are completely renovating the offices, both the interior design and electronically ” Pereira said. “Our technology and the services we give to our clients are being upgraded and greatly enhanced”. Additionally, CB Jennae Realty hosts an on-line server, website and personal agent emails. A complete range of residential services such as working with new homebuilders, access to nationwide and local lenders, and the ability to tap into the strength of 3500 independently owned and operated residential and commercial real estate offices across the country is readily available through Coldwell Banker Jennae.

A service-based support organization known worldwide as a premier real estate franchise, Coldwell Banker was founded in 1906. The organization continues to be committed to professionalism, innovation and customer service.

In addition to Pereira and Dick, the staff includes Helen Babb, Cynthia Bevington, Gail Denley, Dan Denley, Frances Fortner, Ken Stonebrook, Stefanie Vick, Jon Moss, Jeannie Taylor, Liza Neergaard, Lauren Alfter and Paula Scott.

“We like opening all the right doors for our clients and believe we have everything needed to do just that,” Pereira concluded. For more information call 853-0834 or access www.coldwellbankerjennae.com.