Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Enjoy The Convenience Of One-Stop-Shopping - Howard Hanna Real Estate



 
 
Only Howard Hanna Offers Real Estate, Mortgage, Insurance and Title Services
When buying or selling a home with Howard Hanna, consumers benefit from the expediency and cost saving features of one-stop-shopping. Only Howard Hanna offers comprehensive Real Estate, Mortgage, Insurance and Title services from the convenience of our neighborhood locations.

Real Estate Services
Howard Hanna’s Realtors rank among the finest in the country. We work hard to ensure timely sales with creative marketing programs. Our goal at Howard Hanna Real Estate Services is to help everyone realize the American dream of home ownership. Howard Hanna's sales associates rank among the finest in the country We are a market leader in many of the markets that we serve with over 5000 top professionals, coverage of the entire region and proven marketing programs. Howard Hanna Commercial and Hanna Chartwell provide expertise in the sale and leasing of commercial, industrial, retail and investment properties. Our new construction division can help you find a home in a beautiful community, or possibly find a community that will allow you to “custom build” your home to fit your personality.

Howard Hanna Mortgage Services
Howard Hanna Mortgage Services makes your home buying or refinance transaction a positive experience that you can recommend to others. As the area’s largest independent mortgage broker, we offer a complete selection of mortgage programs with a wide variety of national and local investors. We stand ready to assist buyers and have a variety of loan programs to fit your home-buying needs.

Howard Hanna Insurance Services
A full service agency ranked #1 Real Estate Insurance Company in the USA ranked by Homeowners Insurance Policies*. Howard Hanna Insurance Services also offers 24-hour claims service, so they're always available to help. We work with carriers like Chubb, Travelers, Westfield, Safeco, Donegal, Harleysville and many more! As well as a wide range of products including, homeowner, automobile, umbrella, flood coverage, vacant homes, mine subsidence, scheduled personal valuable items, watercraft, recreational vehicles, life, health and commercial.

Barristers Services
Our full-service title insurance agency, is dedicated to providing exceptional real estate closing services. Our title agency searches public records and issues policies that protect homeowners against defects in title. We also assist you with closings by obtaining all of the necessary closing exhibits and completing all of the paperwork professionally and accurately.

Home Warranty
Our home warranty program puts buyers’ minds at ease and results in a faster sale. This program pro­vides comprehensive, affordable home warranty cov­erage and the best service in the industry. Whether you are buying or selling, you won’t want to be without our home warranty.

 

Monday, December 22, 2014

Howard Hanna Purebred!

The Ratkovich Team

Zarya is an 11 year old Dutch Warmblood. The Ratkovich Team participates in dressage competitions, and has selected Zarya as their team mascot! According to Jayne Bailey of the Ratkovich Team "She's super sassy and opinionated, but a hard worker, and she is the mascot for The Ratkovich Team!" They will be posting pictures of her at shows and clinics throughout the year, and will even put up some of the show dates so people can stop by and meet The Ratkovich Team/her if they're so inclined!

Follow The Ratkovich Team on Facebook for updates on Zarya and all things real estate!















A career in real estate with Howard Hanna offers limitless opportunities.  Contact Career Development to set up an interview with a Howard Hanna Sales Manager.

Friday, December 5, 2014

Howard Hanna Real Estate Welcomes Nicholas Mazzola!




Nicholas was born and raised in Ann Arbor, MI. Upon graduation from Saline High School, Nicholas attended Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ. where he received his degree in Business Administration.  While in Mesa, AZ he partnered with CARE Partnership where his research into childhood obesity ultimately led to CARE implementing Naturopath Family Services for treatment and prevention of chronic disease.  Nicholas spent time in South Florida where he attended Law School.  Most recently he lived in Chicago, IL where his passion for Real Estate gravitated him back to his hometown of Ann Arbor.  As a new member of the Howard Hanna Real Estate Services family, Nicholas is committed to serving not only his clients but the community as well.

Nicholas Mazzola, Realtor
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
Ann Arbor, MI
nicholasmazzola@howardhanna.com


A career in real estate with Howard Hanna offers limitless opportunities.  Contact Career Development to set up an interview with a Howard Hanna Sales Manager.

Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Michigan Real Estate Job and Careers - Our Agents are Our Greatest Assets!

 
 
 
 
Howard Hanna is a company that stands for and exemplifies fortitude, dedication, and family values.  It was an easy decision to choose Howard Hanna because I believe I live by these same principles and values. Howard Hanna is a work place were everyone feels they are meant to be and belong to something bigger.  I will continue to show my dedication, fortitude, and family values for years to come with this extraordinary company.
                
Craig Joeright, Realtor®
Birmingham, MI
 

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Howard Hanna Wins 2014 MarCom Awards


Howard Hanna Real Estate Services was announced as a 2014 winner of 4 Platinum MarCom Awards and 5 Gold MarCom Awards. The Marketing Department at Howard Hanna continues to display its strong creative design talents; in 2013 the company was the recipient of a total of 4 MarCom Awards.

“This year we worked exceptionally hard to create marketing and advertising that truly differentiates Howard Hanna Real Estate Services in the marketplace.  The strength of the brand is reflected purposefully in everything we do from our social media presence, TV, to our print campaigns and internal communication.  People know the green and gold because we take a different path than other real estate companies,” said Kelly Silver, Vice President of Marketing


MarCom Awards are administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals to recognize outstanding creative achievement by marketing and communication professionals. There were over 6,500 entries from the United States, Canada and 15 other countries in the 2014 competition. These entries can come from corporate marketing and communication departments, advertising agencies, PR firms, design shops, production companies and even freelancers.


The competition has grown to perhaps the largest of its kind in the world. Judges are industry professionals who look for companies and individuals whose talent exceeds a high standard of excellence and whose work serves as a benchmark for the industry. Howard Hanna’s fellow Platinum winners include Domino’s Pizza, National Geographic Society and Taco Bell, while Bank of America, Microsoft and the U.S. Postal Service join Howard Hanna in the Gold winner’s circle.


Platinum Awards
New Homes Road Show Video:         http://youtu.be/H-i30yROCF8
2015 Hanna Travel Video Series:       http://youtu.be/Jlfa4WzHlqA  http://youtu.be/wk5BjyQ-rbU
http://youtu.be/sBmYV2ZLNfc                       http://youtu.be/hes5ugcpVoA
 2014 Advantages & Incentives Book                                       Family House Polo Match Invitation


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Gold Awards
Homes of Distinction Magazine

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2013 Company Playbook  
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“Museum of Natural History”  – Champions Club Invitation
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 “Together We Will Do Great Things” Corporate Video:     http://youtu.be/2lwSkWyqlsc
“Howard Hanna Rocks the House” Convention Video:     http://youtu.be/3i_8ckvXztY


Contributed by Debbie Donahue, Howard Hanna
 

Monday, November 24, 2014

Michigan Real Estate Jobs and Careers - Drive your very own Hannamobile!




A Hannamobile is the key to keeping your business on the go.  Drive your success.  Howard Hanna agents work hard to qualify for their monthly “Hannamobile Allowance,” and you can too!                

You’ll be marketing everywhere you go.  Last year we distributed over $1 million dollars for Hannamobile allowances.  Drive yours now! Our associates are the best around and that's why we offer extraordinaryservices, programs and resources unequaled by any other real estate company


A career in real estate with Howard Hanna offers limitless opportunities.  Contact Career Development to set up an interview with a Howard Hanna Sales Manager.

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Looking for a new career in 2015?



As we are closing in on 2014, it’s not too early to start on your New Year’s Resolutions for next year. Many choose to reinvent themselves, using the new calendar year to buy a new wardrobe, resolve to quit smoking or lose an extra ten pounds. If your resolutions have more to do with transforming your career, it may be time for you to check out Howard Hanna.

We are seeking new real estate agents to join our teams in Michigan, Ohio & Pennsylvania. As one of the top and largest brokers in the nation, we understand what it takes to be successful in the rapid-paced world of real estate.

Our valued team thrives with the help of quality leadership, comprehensive training, technology, corporate financial strength and the moral support required to succeed in the exciting career of real estate.

Need a few more reasons to consider us? Here are just some of the benefits of a Howard Hanna career:
  • Over 50 years of industry experience and knowledge at your fingertips
  • Flexibility, independence and opportunity to grow your own business
  • Comprehensive and intense training, as well as ongoing professional development
  • Inbound and outbound leads through your personal online dashboard
  • Tailored presentations, e-cards, flyers and other personal marketing materials
  • Access to one-stop shopping for your clients, including mortgage, appraisal, relocation services and much, much more
Additionally, as a member of the Howard Hanna Real Estate Services family, you will participate in our unmatched compensation programs. Our special recognition groups exemplify what it means to be a great sales associate, and we offer lifestyle incentives. Green Howard Hanna branded vehicles, luxury trips with Hanna Travel, and Income Advantage are just a few ways that we recognize our important team.

For more information, please visit our ebrochure. Begin your career in real estate with Howard Hanna today, we’ve thought of everything

Friday, November 14, 2014

Michigan Real Estate Jobs and Careers - Our Agents are Our Greatest Assets!


 
I came to this company because of the advantages that it has to offer.  At the time, it was Edward Surovell, and comparable to Century 21.  Since becoming Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, the products offered to promote my business has increased and surpassed my expectations.  Fran Londo is a fantastic manager.  She is always willing to help with issues and provides new insights into company offerings that help us grow our business.

Howard Hanna Real Estate
Monroe, MI



A career in real estate with Howard Hanna offers limitless opportunities.  Contact Career Development to set up an interview with a Howard Hanna Sales Manager.



Tuesday, November 4, 2014

What is the ChooChoo ChowChow’ fundraising campaign for Children’s Free Care?



Connie Velin has donated one of her original pieces to our Chow Chow event. To place a bid on this extraordinary painting, please contact Ann Arbor Sales Manager, Jack Brown - jackbrown@howardhanna.com.


Original Artwork by local artist Connie Velin – Abstract, Acrylic, Entitled “Child’s Play”





So what is the ChooChoo ChowChow fundraising campaign for Children's Free Care?


2014 is the twenty-sixth year of the Howard Hanna Real Estate Services company-wide ‘ChooChoo ChowChow’ fundraising campaign for Children’s Free Care and associated programs/activities.
Thanks to all who attended our 'Chow Chow' events and all of our wonderful sponsors, last year our campaign was very successful and we were able to donate $843,065 to local children's hospitals and more than $9.1 million since the start of our annual campaign.

Children’s Free Care Funds provide medical care to all children, regardless of insurance or the family’s ability to pay or for cutting edge care that insurance may not cover.

Howard Hanna Sales Associates, Managers and Staff, along with the Hanna family, work tirelessly on fun, festive events to raise the most money possible for Children's Free Care and associated costs.  Our Chow Chow events are held (mostly) September through December.

Call your local Howard Hanna office to see when their Chow Chow party/event is this year or view our website event calendar for times and dates or follow us on Facebook as Howard Hanna Children's Free Care Fund!
Howard Hanna partners with eleven children’s hospitals in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan: Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Hershey Medical Center, Pinnacle Health (Harrisburg), Hamot Medical Center ‘Circle of Care’ (Erie), Shriner’s Children’s Hospital of Erie, University Hospital Rainbow Babies (Cleveland), Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital, MetroHealth (Cleveland), Akron Children’s Hospital, C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital (Ann Arbor) and Nationwide Children’s Hospital (Columbus).





Here is a short history…

In 1988, CEO Howard W. “Hoddy” Hanna, III was asked by the Old Newsboys (Pittsburgh Press) to raise money for their organization by placing money collection cans in all Howard Hanna offices during the holiday season. As Hoddy would visit the offices, he would always check the cans to see how the collection was going. Unfortunately, he kept noticing that the cans were pretty much empty…and that year, the company raised only a couple hundred dollars.

The next year, Cathy Winghart, Howard Hanna Relocation Director at the time, currently Vice President and Manager of our Wexford office, suggested to Hoddy that the company's Corporate Office do a “covered dish” holiday luncheon as a fundraiser. Everyone was asked to bring a homemade dish and invite all of their clients, friends, neighbors, family, etc. to the luncheon. As most people were usually spending $5 to go out for lunch, the donation to attend Howard Hanna’s holiday luncheon would also be $5.

The luncheon was a huge success and the company raised much more money that year!

So the next year (and every year since), all of Howard Hanna's neighborhood offices began to have holiday buffet luncheons with the proceeds going to the Children’s Free Care Fund.

Now a name was needed for these successful luncheons. Then Marketing Director Lynn Hecklinger suggested calling them “Chow Chows” to go along with the Howard Hanna “Choo Choo” (train) that went from  office to office for each luncheon.

...and that is how Howard Hanna’s fun, fundraising events got their name!
 
In addition to the original weekday luncheon, over the years, different Chow Chow event ideas have evolved.  Many Chow Chows are now held in the evening such as wine tastings, dinners with local restaurants participating or to watch sporting events.  There are also Saturday breakfasts, home tours, game day tailgate parties, 5K races and a few offices begin early with golf outings in the spring and summer.

In addition to fabulous food and goodies that is served at Chow Chow events, they also will have entertainment and/or music, silent auctions, Chinese auctions, 50-50 raffles, gift card trees, money bowls, baskets of cheer and door prizes. Even a visit by Santa Claus or other celebrities is known to occur!

Regardless of the venue and the theme, Howard Hanna Chow Chow fundraising events raise money for the care of children...and that's what matters the most!
 

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Michigan Real Estate Jobs and Careers - Howard Hanna Agents receive CNE Designation

Over 60 Michigan Realtors from Howard Hanna Real Estate Services packed Weber's Inn, to complete their CNE Designation. 

Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) Designation Course Includes:

- TOP negotiation training course in real estate
- 2-day negotiation and business building seminar
- 150 pages of professional negotiation materials
- Required for the new Master Certified Negotiation Expert / MCNE designation

We are thrilled to organize such events for Howard Hanna Realtors.  Our agents are the best in the business, and such negotiation courses give our sales associates an edge over the competition. 

A career in real estate with Howard Hanna offers limitless opportunities. Contact Career Development to set up an interview with a Howard Hanna Sales Manager. 

Monday, October 27, 2014

Our Agents Are Our Greatest Assets!


The Hanna family truly cares about the people that work for them and for their company. They show it in many ways, by taking time to get to know each of us, and through advanced technology and service partners, company training and events.  I love the incentives like the Champions Club, the yearly trip, the Hanna mobile and the Income Advantage.
 
Alison Holcombe, Realtor
Howard Hanna Real Estate
Ann Arbor, Michigan

Friday, October 24, 2014

Hanna U Presents Matthew Ferrara FREE Online Training Seminars

One of the numerous benefits of working at Howard Hanna Real Estate is the access to Hanna U. We are pleased to offer coaching sessions to our Howard Hanna Sales Professionals! Maximize the value of every moment through 24/7 access to top notch business coaching offered by Howard Hanna's affiliation with real estate guru Matthew Ferrara!


A career in real estate with Howard Hanna offers limitless opportunities. Contact Career Development to set up an interview with a Howard Hanna Sales Manager.


Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Free Real Estate Business and Coaching Sessions


Howard Hanna will be hosting a number of upcoming free Real Estate Business and Coaching Sessions. We are thrilled to welcome Howard Hanna Top Producer, Heather Herndon, to our "Ask the Expert" series, on November 5, 2014 from 12:30 to 1:30 pm.




 A career in real estate with Howard Hanna offers limitless opportunities. Contact Career Development to set up an interview with a Howard Hanna Sales Manager

Monday, October 13, 2014

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

FAST START - Howard Hanna Realtors Receive Top Notch Training!

Congratulations to the 23 new Howard Hanna Realtors, who are completing the Fast Start training this afternoon! We are thrilled to have you on board our growing team of Michigan Agents!

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services offers customized training programs to get your career started and unprecedented on-going support to ensure your success throughout your whole career. Each of our neighborhood offices has a full time non-competing sales manager who is there you ensure your success. You can join the office that is closest to your home and feels like being "home" or simply the office that feels like “home” to you!



 A career in real estate with Howard Hanna offers limitless opportunities. Contact Career Development to set up an interview with a Howard Hanna Sales Manager.

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Howard Hanna Welcomes Diane Ratkovich!

Howard Hanna is absolutely thrilled to welcome Realtor Diane Ratkovich to our Ann Arbor location!

DIANE RATKOVICH has 15 years of experience as a REALTOR and would like to represent your best interests through the important process of buying or selling a home. Diane demonstrates a high standard of knowledge, integrity and compassion. She bases her success on the satisfied clients who believe tha...t their best interest is at the heart of every home sale. There is no higher honor than clients returning and sending their friends and family to work with Diane when making Real Estate decisions.

Born and raised in Chicago,Diane decided to move to Ann Arbor after she started a family of her own. The Ann Arbor area was her #1 choice, as it has been for so many others. With all The Greater Ann Arbor Area has to offer, such as easy access to beautiful country side, excellent education, cultural events, sports, lakes and horses, it’s hard to imagine anywhere better. It is an excellent choice, and it is no surprise that Ann Arbor is always at the top of the list as one of the Best Cities to live out your life.

Diane now resides on a small farm in Lodi Township with three horses, two dogs , three cats and her two children. This year Diane’s daughter, Jayne Bailey, decided to join her mother’s business as the Social Media Director. Diane’s son is a musician and works at the Lake Forest Golf Club.



 A career in real estate with Howard Hanna offers limitless opportunities. Contact Career Development to set up an interview with a Howard Hanna Sales Manager.