DONALD KEYS

Married - Two Children - Valley Resident Since 1971 - Professionally licensed REALTOR since 1997 - I help people buy and sell homes everyday. My personal Real Estate website: www.DonaldKeys.com

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Client Type: Home Buyers, Home Sellers

Property Type: Single Family Home, Condo/Townhome, Residential Rental

Specialty: REO / Bank Owned, Short sales, Residential sales, Luxury homes, First time home buyers, Distressed properties, Staging, Relocation, New Home Specialist

Certifications: SFR, CNE (Certified Negotiatons Expert), Hyland Bay Graduate (New Homes)

Languages: English

Skills: Sellers Representative,Buyers Representative,New Home Buyers Representative,Cutting Edge Technology,Paperless REALTOR,Certified Negotiations Expert,Short Sale Foreclosure Resource,Listing Agent,Your Home Sold Fast for Top Dollar,Performance Guarantee

Awards: 2006 Keller Williams Professional Partners #1 Solo Agent, 2007 Keller Williams Professional Partners #1 Solo Agent, 2009 Realty Executives 100% Club, 2012 HomeSmart Elite Agent (Top 3%)

Interests: Music, Movies, Family, Travel & Fun!, Technology, Walking

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My home was listing for sale couple months but could not sale it. Now I want to put on for rent. Can I tell my realtor ?
Asked Wed, Oct 10, 2012 by thai.ngo2 • Rental Basics in Glendale • 4 answers
Yes you can tell your REALTOR if they handle rentals or you can try to sell it again as prices are up 20 to 30% over the last…
Answered by DONALD KEYS on Thu, Oct 11, 2012

Looking to buy a second house/rental in Scottsdale (Kierland or Mayo Clinic Hospital) preferrably in 85254 zip code. Thanks a lot.
Asked Wed, Oct 31, 2012 by jtroywa • Home Buying in Scottsdale • 19 answers
Your first step would be to contact a professional REALTOR who can met with you and discuss your specific goals and then offer…
Answered by DONALD KEYS on Thu, Nov 1, 2012

Why is my home worth less per square foot located in bell pointe than less comparable homes within one half mile? What is wrong with Bell Pointe?
Asked Mon, Nov 12, 2012 by Phisa77 • Market Conditions in Surprise • 11 answers
Because an appraiser tries to stay in the same subdivision or neighborhood before going outside the subdivision to get a comparable…
Answered by DONALD KEYS on Mon, Nov 12, 2012

How safe is this area?
Asked Fri, Nov 23, 2012 by D.gillies • Home Buying in Peacock Village • 7 answers
Safe, is a relevant term. One of the tools that you can use to investigate anything that's important to you is the Arizona Association…
Answered by DONALD KEYS on Fri, Nov 23, 2012

How safe is this area?
Asked Fri, Nov 23, 2012 by D.gillies • Home Buying in Peacock Village • 7 answers
FYI, the home referenced above has been under contract since May 29, 2012. That is why you should work with a full time Professional…
Answered by DONALD KEYS on Fri, Nov 23, 2012

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Work History

REALTOR

HomeSmart

August 2010 - present

Many form RE/MAX and Realty Executives have made the "Smart Move" to HomeSmart! Today, HomeSmart is the largest independently owned brokerage in the Southwestern United States and climbing! Many form RE/MAX and Realty Executives have made the "Smart Move" to HomeSmart recognizing that HomeSmart continues to be a leader in the Real Estate industry by implementing technologies that empower its Agents to provide the most effective services available to Clients.

REALTOR

REALTY EXECUTIVES

April 2008 - present

An “Executive” is perceived to be more than just an “agent” by both customers and the industry at large. This is our brand. We are perceived to be more experienced, better negotiators, highly skilled and able to sell homes faster. We are perceived to be “the true Executives of the industry.” This brand is our company's most valuable asset. It's taken years of hard work and careful planning to create a culture that meets the highest standards time after time. A culture that supports, protects and lives-up-to, our brand. We take this very seriously because we believe there is no greater sales tool than a logo that stands for integrity, character, trust and experience. And our Executives - and their customers - benefit from this reputation of excellence. What is “The EXECUTIVE Difference?” At REALTY EXECUTIVES, our Executives average nearly 13 years of real estate experience, nearly twice the national average. They are industry leaders in production experience and professional designations, typically out producing traditional executives three to one. The result is a name brand reputation which is perceived to be a level above everyone else in the industry. Our Executives are perceived to be: More Experienced, not beginners Better Negotiators More Knowledgeable Full of Integrity Able to Sell Homes Faster Able to Sell Homes for more Money Highly Trained Community & Industry Leaders And most importantly, more trustworthy

REALTOR

Keller Williams

May 2005 - April 2008

Glendale, AZ Office

REALTOR

New Home Information Center

July 2003 - May 2005

Specializing in New Homes valleywide.

REALTOR

John Hall & Associates

June 1999 - January 2001

Local real estate company.