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The Michael J. Maher Kansas City real estate story: In a few short years, Michael has launched from a successful teaching career to a phenomenal real estate career. After doing $7.1 million in real estate volume in his first full-time year in Kansas City, Michael proceeded to explode his business to $19.1 in his second year, and then soared to an astonishing $40.1 million in volume in 2004 and has been in the Top 20 of all Residential Real Estate Agents in Kansas City. The Maher Team's 2007 ended their business up 17%. Even more impressive is that over 82% of his business comes from referrals. Remember, these are Kansas City numbers!
He has been interviewed and recognized by the top real estate trainers in the world including Bill Hart at Building Champions, Howard Brinton at STAR POWER, and Joe Stumpf at By Referral Only. Michael acted as Class Representative and also graduated with a perfect 4.0 while getting his MBA at a private midwestern university. Interviews & articles upon request.
He has rapidly transcended his role as real estate professional to become known as a servant leader and savvy businessman.
A nationally-recognized speaker, he has spoken at REALTY EXECUTIVES INTERNATIONAL, RE/MAX International, RE/MAX Satellite Network (RSN Live!), STAR POWER® Annual Conference, several STAR POWER® Universities, the RE/MAX Success Conference and many brokerages around the United States(Realty Executives, Prudential, Coldwell Banker, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and independent). His audiences have included real estate agents, mortgage professionals, financial planners, entrepreneurs, doctors, and CEOs.
As an author, he is now coming into his own. He contributed to the top-selling book, Foreclosure Investing for Dummies with Ralph Roberts and currently has two books, The Leadership Letters and The Seven Levels of Communication: Build an Unstoppable Marketing Plan.
He has been interviewed and recognized by the top real estate trainers in the world including Bill Hart at Building Champions, Howard Brinton at STAR POWER, and Joe Stumpf at By Referral Only. Michael acted as Class Representative and also graduated with a perfect 4.0 while getting his MBA at a private midwestern university. Interviews & articles upon request.
He has rapidly transcended his role as real estate professional to become known as a servant leader and savvy businessman.
A nationally-recognized speaker, he has spoken at REALTY EXECUTIVES INTERNATIONAL, RE/MAX International, RE/MAX Satellite Network (RSN Live!), STAR POWER® Annual Conference, several STAR POWER® Universities, the RE/MAX Success Conference and many brokerages around the United States(Realty Executives, Prudential, Coldwell Banker, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and independent). His audiences have included real estate agents, mortgage professionals, financial planners, entrepreneurs, doctors, and CEOs.
As an author, he is now coming into his own. He contributed to the top-selling book, Foreclosure Investing for Dummies with Ralph Roberts and currently has two books, The Leadership Letters and The Seven Levels of Communication: Build an Unstoppable Marketing Plan.
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Michael J. Maher answered:
David, great question! I'm sure you were either looking for Door to Door with David Van Noys or Bizz Buzz Live http://(www.BizzBuzzLive.com) hosted by Tim Chin and Michael Maher. Luckily, those shows are on the same radio station http://www.1510.com and are back to back on Saturday. Tune in to get great information and win great prizes every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Michael J. Maher answered:
Hi Ronda! Hope all is well with you. Are you asking what is the value of your home compared to your neighbors or are you asking what is the value of your home compared to other HOMES FOR SALE around you? If you are interested in market value, we conduct a four-pronged comparative market analysis for your home. It's been recognized as one of the best in the business. Just shoot me an e-mail at Michael at TheMaherTeam dot com and we'll take care of you. Thanks for using Trulia Ronda!
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P.S. I used to teach at Bonner Springs High School. Good times.
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Michael J. Maher, MBA
P.S. I used to teach at Bonner Springs High School. Good times.
Michael J. Maher answered:
Tom, would you like the shameless plug first or the answer to your question? Okay, let's go with an answer to your question. Without knowing your entire situation, this is somewhat tough to discern a solution and discuss an answer. Let's say all things being equal and you have no time or money pressures. Mentally, you can stand being in an apartment or extended stay for a while. With those assumptions (I can almost hear the booing from the traditional agents), I would wait and purchase this winter (Dec, Jan, Feb). I sell around 200 homes per year and what I am seeing in the OP/Leawood area is the first price decrease in ten years. It will steadily float negatively and then take a nosedive this winter. I see 2009 being a recovery year (if past dips are any indication). I am saving my money for this winter and intend to buy 4 or 5 properties. That's my $00.02.
Michael J. Maher of The Maher Team (Michael at The Maher Team dot com)
P.S. Shameful plug: I'll be in Money Magazine this month. Read about Overland Park. Tell me what you think. Thank you.
Michael J. Maher of The Maher Team (Michael at The Maher Team dot com)
P.S. Shameful plug: I'll be in Money Magazine this month. Read about Overland Park. Tell me what you think. Thank you.
Hi Tom! Welcome to Kansas City. You'll find it to be the home of the friendliest people on earth.
There were several great answers below and perhaps the gist of your question hasn't been covered yet: Deciding whether to rent or buy in that area. First, as indicated below, the area is fantastic for schools, raising children, cost of living, and value.
With that in mind, buying at this time can have its advantages: new home inventory has never been higher and is rapidly shrinking as builders are not picking up permits, sellers have been conditioned by the media to think the market is slow and thus are more negotiable, and if you have good credit, you'll have lenders fighting over you. The advantage to renting is that you can get a feel for the area before buying. Perhaps a short-term rental (month-to-month or 6-month) would be ideal and then purchase at a less hectic time.
{Warning: Shameless Plug Ahead :) } If you need help with the rental side or the purchase side, The Maher Team is here to help. We own one of the largest property management companies in the city and have been in the Top 25 Agents in the Kansas City area for the last 4 years. Michael@TheMaherTeam.com.
Good luck and once again, welcome to Kansas City! You'll love it here.
Michael
Michael J. Maher, MBA
To see what over 110 people are saying about Michael's services go to --> http://www.MaherProfile.com.
There were several great answers below and perhaps the gist of your question hasn't been covered yet: Deciding whether to rent or buy in that area. First, as indicated below, the area is fantastic for schools, raising children, cost of living, and value.
With that in mind, buying at this time can have its advantages: new home inventory has never been higher and is rapidly shrinking as builders are not picking up permits, sellers have been conditioned by the media to think the market is slow and thus are more negotiable, and if you have good credit, you'll have lenders fighting over you. The advantage to renting is that you can get a feel for the area before buying. Perhaps a short-term rental (month-to-month or 6-month) would be ideal and then purchase at a less hectic time.
{Warning: Shameless Plug Ahead :) } If you need help with the rental side or the purchase side, The Maher Team is here to help. We own one of the largest property management companies in the city and have been in the Top 25 Agents in the Kansas City area for the last 4 years. Michael@TheMaherTeam.com.
Good luck and once again, welcome to Kansas City! You'll love it here.
Michael
Michael J. Maher, MBA
To see what over 110 people are saying about Michael's services go to --> http://www.MaherProfile.com.
Michael J. Maher answered:
No, but sounds like you may have a way to re-coup some of your earnest money deposits. E-bay or Craigs' List might be your answer. Sell that stuff and make your house payment! This is also a question for your agents. They may know somebody who can remove the materials or sell the stuff. But don't let them sell the stuff without you getting a portion of the sales! Enjoy your new home Danny!
Michael J. Maher answered:
Srini, I had to laugh the other day. I was driving on 7 Highway in Olathe, heading south. There in the other lane was a jeep or SUV with a license plate that said SRINI. I laughed and thought of you. Just thought you would find that interesting. Michael at The Maher Team dot com.
Srini, you aren't Srini Srinivasan are you? I recently worked with some Srinivasans who purchased in The Wilderness in Overland Park. They had mentioned a relative who was looking. Anyway, back to your questions: First, nice choice on Overland Park. This area is great for raising children, has super schools, and is affordable. The first step would be to align yourself with a great lender. I have some suggestions there. Get pre-approved to see what your financial limits are. The lenders have formulas which will help you determine your purchasing price range. For a 4/3/3-car garage, you will be in the $250,000 to $500,000 range, but that is not the most important thing. A great agent will sit down with you and determine YOUR NEEDS and not YOUR MAXIMUMS. With regard to your question on seller concessions, the truth is that it depends. Some houses are priced right and show ready and they sell for 99% of list price and the buyer wins. Other cases, the homes go for 40% off list price and the buyer wins. To increase your likeliness of winning, it pays to gave a great coach. Get a great coach by getting a great agent. The seller pays our commissions.
After nearly 1000 transactions and helping nearly 2000 people, we've determined that you as a buyer have two concerns: 1) you don't want to pay too much and 2) you don't want to miss out on a home. We've cured both of those concerns with one thing that we do. For more on that, contact me at Michael@TheMaherTeam.com.
Regardless, Srini, welcome to Kansas City. You'll love it here and you'll love owning a home in the area.
Michael
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After nearly 1000 transactions and helping nearly 2000 people, we've determined that you as a buyer have two concerns: 1) you don't want to pay too much and 2) you don't want to miss out on a home. We've cured both of those concerns with one thing that we do. For more on that, contact me at Michael@TheMaherTeam.com.
Regardless, Srini, welcome to Kansas City. You'll love it here and you'll love owning a home in the area.
Michael
Michael J. Maher, MBA http://www.MaherProfile.com
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Specialties
Michael Maher’s Specialties:
real estate negotiation, relocation, real estate marketing, , new homes and real estate marketing, team building, land acquisition, real estate sales consulting, subdivision layout, Kansas City real estate sales, real estate sales training, first time home buyers, leadership, real estate investor or investors, self-directed IRA real estate investors, realtor consulting and training, mortgage professional speaking and training, entrepreneur coaching and consulting
real estate negotiation, relocation, real estate marketing, , new homes and real estate marketing, team building, land acquisition, real estate sales consulting, subdivision layout, Kansas City real estate sales, real estate sales training, first time home buyers, leadership, real estate investor or investors, self-directed IRA real estate investors, realtor consulting and training, mortgage professional speaking and training, entrepreneur coaching and consulting
Certifications & Awards
REALTY EXECUTIVES Double Diamond Award - Highest award given (2007, 2008)
#4 Agent in Mid-America Region (2007)
#1 RE/MAX Agent (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006)
RE/MAX Hall of Fame (2004)
RE/MAX Chairman's Club (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006)
RE/MAX Millenium Club (2004)
By Referral Only (Joe Stumpf) Super Servant of the Month (January, 2005)
Howard Brinton's STAR POWER STAR (January, 2005)
Allen Hainge CyberStar (2005)
RE/MAX Millennium Club (2004, 2005)
RE/MAX Chairman's Club (2004, 2005, 2006)
Bill Hart Interview for BuildingChampions.com
Broker*Agent of the Month (July 2004, July 2005)
Real Estate Executive of the Month (August 2005), more...
#4 Agent in Mid-America Region (2007)
#1 RE/MAX Agent (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006)
RE/MAX Hall of Fame (2004)
RE/MAX Chairman's Club (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006)
RE/MAX Millenium Club (2004)
By Referral Only (Joe Stumpf) Super Servant of the Month (January, 2005)
Howard Brinton's STAR POWER STAR (January, 2005)
Allen Hainge CyberStar (2005)
RE/MAX Millennium Club (2004, 2005)
RE/MAX Chairman's Club (2004, 2005, 2006)
Bill Hart Interview for BuildingChampions.com
Broker*Agent of the Month (July 2004, July 2005)
Real Estate Executive of the Month (August 2005), more...
Interests
Baker University
MBA, Marketing, 2000 – 2002
Wrote Master's Thesis on Real Estate & Relocation Marketing
Activities and Societies: Graduated #1 in Class with 4.0 GPA, Class Representative
University of Kansas
BS, Mathematics, English, Computer Science, 1987 – 1993
Interests and Hobbies: Reading, Writing, Learning, Baseball, Basketball, Football, Softball, Weight Lifting
MBA, Marketing, 2000 – 2002
Wrote Master's Thesis on Real Estate & Relocation Marketing
Activities and Societies: Graduated #1 in Class with 4.0 GPA, Class Representative
University of Kansas
BS, Mathematics, English, Computer Science, 1987 – 1993
Interests and Hobbies: Reading, Writing, Learning, Baseball, Basketball, Football, Softball, Weight Lifting
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