LeadingRE member Filip Sejvl of Czech luxury property agency Philip & Frank talks us through property market trends in Prague and beyond, as published by PrimeResi (subscription).

 

 

 

By Filip Šejvl, Founder and CEO of Philip & Frank s.r.o, a member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World

 

The current residential real estate market in Prague and the wider Czech Republic offers an encouraging mix of stability and anticipation for what is to come, writes Filip Sejvl, Founder and CEO of Philip & Frank and member of LeadingRE. The average new home price per square metre is approximately 140,000 CZK (c.£4,830), reflecting a market that has remained resilient despite facing challenges – and still good value compared to other European hubs.

While the country grapples with high-interest rates of around 6%, and a decline in the number of property sales, Prague’s real estate prices have remained consistent in the past 12 months. The expectation for 2024 is more activity, with an anticipated decline in interest rates expected to lead to an increase in sales and property prices.

In terms of property types, Prague’s unique character as an old historic European city has a considerable influence on the market. Attractive condos in typical historical buildings are the most sought-after homes within the city, while single-family homes and modern apartments dominate the suburban areas.

Buyers in Prague often prioritize specific features and amenities, such as open-plan kitchens, smart home technology, and built-in storage solutions. The city’s compact layout, characterized by narrow streets and a busy downtown, emphasizes the importance of having amenities within walking distance to avoid traffic congestion.

Several trends shape the wider Czech real estate market. Over the last five years, home prices in the country have risen by a substantial 64%. The recent increase in interest rates, coupled with a decrease in demand for property purchases in Prague, has created pressure on the rental market. Czechia stands out with a high percentage of people living in their own homes, but the current pricing trends may influence this dynamic.

One notable trend is the emergence of large real estate funds focusing on the rental market, with a focus on building expansive rental residential areas and apartment buildings.

Foreign investment plays a significant role in the Czech real estate market, particularly in Prague. The city’s historical monuments, rich culture, low crime rates, and robust tourism make it attractive to investors from Western European countries such as Germany, Italy, and France. However, there has been a shift in recent years, with Russian investors withdrawing from Prague due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. For foreign buyers considering investing in the area, the advice is clear: focus on properties in the famous and historic downtown area of Prague, as prices are expected to remain stable or even increase further.

Although no significant legislative changes regarding real estate transactions are anticipated in Czechia, potential regulations for short-term rentals of apartments or condos, similar to those imposed on hotels and accommodation services, may emerge in the near future.

The allure of living in Prague is multifaceted. The city’s rich culture and history, coupled with an efficient public transportation system and low crime rates, make it an amazing place to call home. Compared to other major Western European cities, Prague still boasts attractive property prices.

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LeadingRE Chief Operating Officer Kate Reisinger was interviewed by BENews, a popular U.K. online news service covering the entire built environment industry. Read the full article below or on BENews here.

My BE Career: Kate Reisinger

Name: Kate Reisinger

Job title: Chief Operating Officer, LeadingRE

What I do: I oversee the design and implementation of key operational strategies for our company, which includes member services, where I focus on engagement, performance, satisfaction, and success among our 550 member real estate companies around the world. I also work on our core referral programme, which generates over 24,000 member-to-member real estate referrals annually, valued at over $8bn. Additionally, I head our marketing and events, including our flagship Conference Week, which draws over 2,000 top real estate professionals every year.

Why I got into the property industry: Quite simply, I wanted to help people. In college, I won an internship with the district attorney as a victim witness advocate. From that experience, I realised that I had an instinct to serve people. Ultimately, getting into real estate meant helping people with the biggest investment of their lives.

How I did it: After college, while I studied to get into law school, I was working in a retail store and was promoted to manager. My mom commented that I was doing such a good job selling clothes that I could use those skills selling real estate. I got my license and was working as a realtor, while also bartending. A friend shared a job opportunity for a relocation coordinator, assisting people moving from one city to another. I had been working 80 hours a week at that point, so I took the interview and got the job.

My first proper job: Working at the Benetton store on Chicago’s Michigan Avenue as store manager. In that role, I learned a lot about people that I believe has been a solid foundation for me: the importance of customer focus, how to deal with different personalities, how to meet people where they are and provide what they need.

My first big break: When a national franchise purchased the local real estate company where I worked, I was given an opportunity that changed the path of my career. One Friday afternoon three months after the acquisition, the CEO called me in and asked, “How’s it going?” I was honest. I told him it was difficult , and that the department I was in was without focus or a leader, and that we were losing business. He was surprised at my honesty, but I really think he valued it and he then asked me how I would feel running the department. I had no hesitation and told him: “Absolutely – I can do it.” I had just found out that I got into law school, but somehow, I knew that I was already in the right place.

My inspiration: My mom. She was a single mom who worked three jobs. She was a paralegal proofing patents and was an incredibly fast typist. She instilled in me the importance of hard work and grit and I want to be that person for my girls.

The biggest challenge I’ve encountered to date: Professionally, it was when I first started as a relocation director because there was a lot of talk that I was too young. The relocation industry had a lot of experienced, talented, accomplished players. Many were always very supportive of me, but others were questioning. Personally, my biggest challenge was my father’s death. As a child of 11-years-old, when your parent dies suddenly, everything you think about the world is flipped. It makes you grow up fast. I lost my rose-colored glasses and realised life can be unfair. I think what that taught me was to live life to the fullest and take advantage of each and every day.

My greatest achievement/proudest moment to date: My kids – two twin girls who, I’m told, look just like me! I like watching life through their eyes because it’s entertaining and joyful. The biggest misconception people have about the property industry: That the real estate agent is not essential to the process.

My biggest bugbear about the industry/the one thing I would change about the industry: We can move too slowly…in adopting new technology, modernizing the process, and adapting to ever-changing market trends.

Why I’m so passionate about DE&I: Our industry should be representative of the communities we serve and reflect our population.

Why I’m so passionate about ESG: We must preserve this planet for our children and their children. As an industry, there is so much we can do, from supporting sustainable building to encouraging environmental action in our own communities. When it comes to social issues, we must be diligent in striving for and achieving fair housing for all. Where I’d like to be in five years’ time career-wise: I want to continue to grow in the ways I contribute to our network and support our members’ success – individually and as a whole.

What I do in my downtime: I love to cook and travel. My favourite dish to make is homemade pasta with bolognese sauce and my top travel destination at the moment is the US national parks. Experiencing the beauty of this world with our kids has been an incredible experience.

The job I’d be doing if I was not doing this: Victim witness advocacy or an attorney focusing on criminal prosecution.

My advice for someone just starting out: Be hyper-focused on a couple of things that will move you forward – not everything. In times of uncertainty, put your head down and work. Roll up your sleeves. Don’t be afraid to get in there.

My motto/mantra: Be of service, even in the smallest of ways. Smile at people. Say hello. You never know how it may help. Give back to the community you live in. It really grounds you. In the workplace, I think about how I can foster my team and what moves them forward every day.

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January 24, 2024 – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE), the global network of premier real estate firms, has announced the addition of 36 new members to its professional community in 2023.

The new member firms to have joined LeadingRE’s network last year include property businesses from the UK, Europe, United States, Canada, Latin America, Caribbean, Asia the Middle East, and Africa. This remarkable expansion brings the firm’s worldwide membership to 550, representing a network of more than 138,000 real estate associates in more than 70 countries worldwide.

As an invitation-only business-to-business real estate community, LeadingRE interconnects top local and regional real estate firms across the world and supports their success with best-of-industry assets, like referrals, exclusive events, elite training and education, marketing and technology resources, and support.

Chris Dietz, President of Global Operations at LeadingRE, commented: “Last year we experienced some global economic uncertainty and challenges including interest rates rises and unforeseen fiscal fluctuations. Real estate is a people business and by connecting professionals around the world, we can enhance our understanding of property markets – both locally and internationally. We are delighted to see such diverse new members from APAC, EMEA, LATAM and North America join our ever-expanding community of leading professionals. We look forward to continued growth in 2024 as we embrace another exiting global real estate market of opportunity.”

Selected companies in the LeadingRE international network are recognised for their expertise and superior knowledge of both local and global markets. All LeadingRE members are vetted, not just for performance, but a continued commitment to quality customer experience.

A full list of new LeadingRE member firms can be found below:

Asia-Pacific:

• Cambridge Real Estate (Cambridge, New Zealand)
• Lodge Real Estate (Hamilton, New Zealand)
• Richmont’s (Sathon, Thailand)

 Canada:

• Boldt Realty Inc., Brokerage (St. Catharines, Ontario)
• MacKay Real Estate (Wolfville, Nova Scotia)
• Real Estate Centre (Taber, Alberta)
• Team PowerHouse Realty (Prince George, British Columbia)

Europe, Africa and Middle East:

• Boulevard Group (Nice, France)
• Castelhana Real Estate (Lisbon, Portugal)
• Ismail and Partners (Lagos, Nigeria)
• Maior Capital (Olbia, Italy)
• Oria Advisors (Lisbon, Portugal)
• Philip & Frank (Prague, Czech Republic)
• San Patrik Real Estate (Zagreb, Croatia)
• Savoir Prive Properties (Dubai UAE)
• Strand Properties (Marbella, Spain)
• The London Broker (London, United Kingdom)

Latin America and the Caribbean:

• CENTRAL MAXRE SRL REAL ESTATE (Buenos Aires, Argentina)
• Dominican Properties (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic)
• Panama Sovereign Realty (Pedasi, Panama)
• Peters & Romero Real Estate (Mexico City, Mexico)
• Propiedades Cancun (Cancun, Mexico)
• Vida & Co. Ltd. (San Ignacio, Belize)

United States

• Chisum Realty Group (Angel Fire, New Mexico)
• Christie’s International Real Estate Bluegrass (Lexington, Kentucky)
• ClearView Realty, LLC (El Paso, Texas)
• Denovo Realty (Melbourne, Florida)
• DiPietro Group Real Estate (Windham, New Hampshire)
• DJ & Lindsey Real Estate (Saint Augustine, Florida)
• Galles Properties (Pagosa Springs, Colorado)
• Hogan Associates Christie’s International Real Estate (Middletown, Rhode Island)
• Homepage Realty (Louisville, Kentucky)
• Huntington & Ellis, A Real Estate Agency (Las Vegas, Nevada)
• Liz Moore & Associates (Williamsburg, Virginia)
• Meservier & Associates (Auburn, Maine)
• St. James Properties (St. James, North Carolina)
• Wallace Real Estate (Knoxville, Tennessee)

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As published by PropertyWeek ($), January 3, 2024

 

By Chris Dietz, LeadingRE President, Global Operations

 

In the world of real estate investment, location is everything. Proximity to amenities, schools, and job centers often dictates the desirability and value of a property. But what about the presence of a sports stadium? For real estate investors, being near a major sporting venue can be a golden ticket but, in some cases, a risky gamble.

Proponents of investing near stadiums often highlight advantages backed by real-world statistics. First and foremost is the potential for substantial rental income, especially on game days. Rental properties near stadiums are in high demand, as fans flock to the area for pre-game festivities and post-game celebrations. According to a report by the National Bureau of Economic Research, properties within a mile of a National Football League (NFL) stadium can see rents increase by as much as 9%.

Furthermore, a sports stadium can act as a magnet for commercial development in the surrounding area. As teams and fans provide a steady stream of foot traffic, local businesses, restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues are more likely to flourish. A study published in the Journal of Sports Economics found that housing values near sports stadiums increased by 4.7% in the US.

These statistics are not just exclusive to US cities. For instance, the impressive Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London has sparked a surge in real estate development. The area around the stadium, previously less glamorous, has transformed into a hub for real estate investment. According to property experts, the values of homes within a one-mile radius of the stadium have witnessed a substantial increase, making it a lucrative prospect for real estate investors.

Moreover, cities and municipalities often invest in infrastructure improvements around sports stadiums, including better public transportation, upgraded roads, and enhanced security. A survey by the International Association of Venue Managers showed that 82% of stadium owners reported contributing to infrastructure and development projects around their venues. These enhancements can enhance the overall liveability of an area, making it more appealing to both residents and investors alike. Well-planned developments can lead to an increase in real estate demand and, consequently, prices.

However, there’s another side to this story, and it’s not all golden goals for real estate investors near stadiums. One of the most significant challenges is the inconsistency of rental income. You may see rents dop in the off-season if it’s being used by sports fans. And while game days can be highly profitable, they also come with their share of headaches. Parking shortages, increased noise, and potential property damage from revellers are some of the issues property owners may face. Game days are not for the faint of heart when it comes to managing your property.

Moreover, the cyclical nature of professional sports can’t be ignored. Team performance and economic conditions can influence fan attendance, directly impacting the demand for nearby properties. The same report by the National Bureau of Economic Research found that winning an additional game during the regular season corresponds to a 0.14% increase in housing values within a mile of the stadium. Conversely, a losing season can lead to a drop in local property values.

The shift towards remote working and the adoption of flexible office arrangements have impacted traditional workspaces. The pandemic demonstrated that many businesses can operate effectively with remote workforces. As a result, commercial real estate around stadiums, which may have once been in high demand for traditional office spaces, is facing new challenges. Investors must consider this when evaluating the long-term prospects of properties in such areas.

Investing in real estate near sporting stadiums is generally a good move but can be a double-edged sword. It offers the potential for high rental income, increased property values, and a bustling local economy, but it also comes with challenges like inconsistent rental income, property management complexities, vulnerability to sports team performance, and evolving dynamics in the commercial real estate sector due to remote work trends. Real estate investors should approach such opportunities with a keen understanding of the local market dynamics, the financial strength of the sports team, and a tolerance for potential ups and downs. Like any real estate investment, thorough research, a solid business plan, and risk mitigation strategies are essential when considering a stake in the property game near sporting stadiums.

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-Luxury Presence offers website design, modern marketing solutions, and an AI-powered mobile platform for real estate professionals. –

 

CHICAGO – (December 5, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® announced today that Luxury Presence has joined its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms.

Luxury Presence is a fast- growing digital platform for agents, teams, and brokerages. Their award-winning real estate websites, modern marketing solutions, and AI-powered mobile platform help real estate professionals attract more business, work more efficiently and better serve their clients. With a focus on stunning design, powerful built-in SEO, and effective lead magnets, Luxury Presence’s websites are designed to be both beautiful and to convert. The company’s suite of products also includes dedicated property websites, agent subdomain websites, a digital CMA and presentation tool, and advertising, content, and branding services.

“In today’s digital landscape, your website design is the gateway to your real estate world. It’s the visual handshake that propels you to the forefront. Luxury Presence’s well-crafted designs and forward-thinking strategies provide the tools to help set agents and teams apart from the competition,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/ Partnerships Jeff Kennedy.

Learn more about Luxury Presence at luxurypresence.com.

Luxury Presence Founder and CEO Malte Kramer said, “LeadingRE and Luxury Presence have a shared vision: raising the bar in real estate. That’s exactly what Luxury Presence does through our award-winning website designs and innovative marketing solutions for agents, teams, and brokerages. We’re honored to be selected to join the Solutions Group program and to empower their global network of market-leading independent real estate firms.

Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® at LeadingRE.com.

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About Luxury Presence

Luxury Presence is a Los Angeles-based proptech startup that provides growth marketing solutions to over 10,000 agents, teams, and brokerages. Since launching in 2016, Luxury Presence has raised over $52M. Its notable investors include Zillow Co-Founder Spencer Rascoff, real estate coach Tom Ferry, NBA Champion Dirk Nowitzki, NFL Pro Larry Fitzgerald, Switch Ventures, Toba Capital, and Bessemer Venture Partners.

 

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World ®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 138,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

 

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– BoxBrownie.com provides visual property marketing. –

 

CHICAGO – (October 30, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® welcomes BoxBrownie.com to its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms. BoxBrownie.com offers high-quality image editing services, including virtual staging and renovation, floor plan redraws, and 360 image enhancement.

BoxBrownie.com provides an efficient and affordable photo-editing platform that empowers real estate professionals to enhance property marketing with images, floorplans, virtual tours, and more. These tools allow agents to save time and focus on core tasks for success in real estate.

According to LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/ Partnerships Jeff Kennedy, “BoxBrownie.com’s expertise in image editing and marketing is a game-changer for real estate professionals. Their services, from virtual staging and renovation to 360 virtual tours, can save agents both time and money and position listings in the best possible way.”

“BoxBrownie.com’s relationship with LeadingRE is built on a shared vision to empower agents worldwide with advanced tools and services that are essential for thriving in the real estate industry. We’re thrilled to be entering this relationship; it represents our continued commitment to providing innovative and streamlined solutions that assist industry professionals to stand out in a competitive market,” said Mel Myers, BoxBrownie.com co-founder and CEO.

Learn more about BoxBrownie.com.

Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® at LeadingRE.com.

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About BoxBrownie.com

Online Proptech company, BoxBrownie.com is an industry leader in visual property marketing, providing lead-generating products to real estate and building industry professionals worldwide. Founded on innovation and driven by the latest technology, they offer a wide range of high-quality image editing services designed to showcase any property to its full potential.

 

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 138,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

 

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– Attendees from 31 countries participated in annual event. –

 

CHICAGO – (October 12, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® celebrated member achievement and excellence during its Global Symposium, which took place September 27-29 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The conference attracted top real estate professionals affiliated with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE), an invitation-only network that connects high quality real estate firms worldwide. With participants representing 31 countries, the Global Symposium focused on a wide range of topics impacting the global real estate market, as well as networking and cultural immersion.

Awards were presented by LeadingRE Chairman of the Board Whitney Finn-LaCosta of Howard Hanna | Coach Realtors (Northport, N.Y., U.S.), President/CEO Paul Boomsma, and President of Global Operations Chris Dietz at the celebratory Awards Gala.

According to Dietz, “The Awards Gala was a highlight of the Global Symposium, allowing us to celebrate the achievements of our members and the many ways they contribute to their communities, deliver quality real estate services to their clients, and support the success of our global community.”

The prestigious Global Leadership Award was presented to Michael Saunders, Michael Saunders & Company (Sarasota, Fla., U.S.), in recognition of her extreme generosity of time, talent, and commitment in supporting LeadingRE’s global strength and growth.

Chas Everitt International Property Group (Johannesburg, South Africa) received the prestigious Global Vanguard Award for exceptional achievements in technology, sales volume, and agent recruitment and retention. 

The esteemed Global Ambassador Award was presented to three individuals who earned distinction for their active participation in LeadingRE on many levels, promotion of the network worldwide, and service as a role model for other members: Sofia Baptista, Oria Advisors (Lisbon, Portugal); David Bibian, Bibian Group Israel Real Estate (Tel Aviv, Israel); and Paulo Lopes, Casaiberia Real Estate (Lagoa, Portugal).

Philip & Frank (Prague, Czech Republic) earned the Rising Star Award for being most engaged from the first day of membership in Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^®.

Savills Residential Agency Germany (Berlin, Germany) earned the Global Referral Production Award in recognition of sending the most outgoing referrals this year among companies outside of North America, demonstrating worldwide service capabilities.

International Property Agent (Tokyo, Japan) received the Long-Distance Referral Award for sending the referral that traveled the greatest distance for a transaction – 8,900 kilometers, from Tokyo to Las Vegas – in collaboration with Wardley Real Estate (Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.).

Unique Estates Ltd (Sofia, Bulgaria) was recognized with the Referral Accelerator Award for its commitment to increasing referral awareness and assisting clients outside their local market by making introductions to fellow members.

VON POLL Immobilien GmbH (Frankfurt, Germany) was presented the Referral Service Excellence Award for exhibiting exceptional customer care with incoming referrals.

The event was the most recent in a series of highly successful Global Symposiums LeadingRE has hosted in destinations including Lisbon, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dubrovnik, Berlin, and Athens. It was announced that the next Global Symposium will be in Budapest, Hungary in late September 2024.

For more information about LeadingRE, visit LeadingRE.com.

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About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 138,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

 

 

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– SLM offers technology and marketing support services. –

CHICAGO – (October 10, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® welcomes Scott Le Roy Marketing (SLM) to its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms. SLM provides agent and technology onboarding, as well as ongoing technology support services to brokerages of all sizes.

SLM’s range of solutions encompasses the setup of agent technologies such as email CRM software, transaction management software, websites, internal systems, and applications. They also conduct scheduled check-ins with agents and offer both live and virtual tech training sessions. Additionally, SLM provides back-office support services like finance, cybersecurity, and admin support services.  Moreover, SLM offers digital marketing services, including SEO optimization, social media campaigns, and email marketing. These services are strategically crafted to enhance visibility and reach for brokers and agents.

“SLM will make a great addition to the program given their commitment to high-quality, cost-effective technical support and digital marketing. In an increasingly online world, SLM’s expertise in building a robust online presence can be a game changer for our members,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/Partnerships Jeff Kennedy.

Learn more about SLM at scottleroymarketing.com.

“LeadingRE’s focus on innovation, technology, and new services aligns well with SLM’s mission to provide tech-enabled and scalable solutions to brokerages,” said Scott Le Roy, founder of SLM.

Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® at LeadingRE.com.

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About SLM

Founded in 2012, Scott Le Roy Marketing provides top tier systems on-boarding, technology support, platform training and digital marketing management to businesses, entrepreneurs and startups. With over 650+ satisfied clients, SLM has worked tirelessly to provide the highest level of marketing and customer service.

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 138,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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– LiveEasy offers a full-service moving and home management concierge platform. –

 

CHICAGO – (September 20, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® welcomes LiveEasy to its Solutions Group program. LiveEasy’s diverse tools help simplify the moving and home ownership process. By introducing these services, LeadingRE’s network of 550 market-leading real estate firms can further support clients during the move process and stay connected afterwards.

LiveEasy is an all-encompassing consumer engagement platform crafted to meet the needs of homeowners and renters throughout their rental or homeownership journey while keeping the agent top of mind. LiveEasy provides a single destination for all moving and home management needs, including home insurance, internet and cable, home valuation and equity, home projects, document management, and service reminders. In addition to access to a live concierge, the platform seamlessly integrates into the brokerage’s brand and can be personalized by real estate professionals. Through this strategic approach, LiveEasy fosters repeat business, generates referrals, improves ancillary revenue and even spans generational connections.

“LiveEasy’s end-to-end solution caters to both homeowners and renters, allowing real estate professionals to provide a comprehensive home management experience to their clients, while fostering lasting and meaningful relationships. We are excited to align with LiveEasy and believe they will make a great addition to the Solutions Group program,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/Partnerships Jeff Kennedy.

LiveEasy CEO Venkatesh Ganapathy adds, “Being invited to join the esteemed ranks of the LeadingRE Solutions Group is a tremendous personal honor and a significant milestone in our company’s history. Joining this select group of best-in-class business services aligns LiveEasy with the standards upheld by LeadingRE and recognizes our potential to significantly contribute to the growth and prosperity of their brokerage clients, while supporting homeowners and renters.”

Learn more about LiveEasy at liveeasy.com. Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® at LeadingRE.com.

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About LiveEasy
LiveEasy is a full-service home management platform designed to help the 190 million+ homeowners and renters in the U.S. with all their moving and home management needs. Today, LiveEasy partners with a range of businesses including mortgage, insurance, rental, home services, and the largest real estate brokerages in the country representing more than 150,000 agents.

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®
Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 138,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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CHICAGO – (September 6, 2023) – Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE) announced today that Kate Reisinger, CRP, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer for the global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms.

As Chief Operating Officer, Reisinger will guide the design and implementation of operations to help solidify the company’s position as the global authority on interrelated real estate services.

A licensed real estate broker, Reisinger joined LeadingRE in January 2019 as Executive Vice President, Member Services, focusing on member engagement, performance, and satisfaction, as well as the core referral program, which generates over 24,000 member-to-member referrals annually. Her leadership role expanded into other key operational areas, such as marketing and events, including LeadingRE’s flagship Conference Week.

“Since joining our company, the scope of Kate’s responsibilities and the depth of her contributions have continuously expanded. Her business acumen, experience in building opportunities for our members through referrals, and the strength of her relationships within our network and beyond have made her an invaluable member of our leadership team. Having her oversee vital operational areas as COO is a natural progression, and I am excited to continue working closely with her as we broaden our offerings worldwide,” said LeadingRE CEO Paul Boomsma.

Among her distinctions, she has been named to RISMedia’s Real Estate Newsmakers ranking of industry leaders. Prior to joining LeadingRE, Reisinger served as Regional Director, Relocation and Client Development for a national franchise, where she was instrumental in agent training and development. Other experience includes working as Vice President and Director of Relocation Services for a Chicago-area real estate firm and as a Regional Director of Business Development for a relocation management company.

Reisinger is based in LeadingRE’s Chicago headquarters and can be reached at kreisinger@LeadingRE.com.

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About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®
Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 138,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs.

 

Media contact:
Robin LaSure
Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®
(312) 424-0436
rlasure@LeadingRE.com

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