Commission Express News & Views
Commission Express Consolidates Colorado Franchise Territories
Denver, CO, September 1, 2007
Effective today, all Commission Express services in Colorado have been consolidated under the ownership of ExIn Asset Management LLC which added the Southern Colorado territory to its existing Commission Express of the Front Range franchise. The combined operations will be run out of CE's offices at 3525 S Tamarac Drive in Denver and will service real estate companies and their agents and brokers statewide.
"We're excited about this opportunity to provide a higher level of service to real estate companies across Colorado" said ExIn's president, Craig Maginness. " As our Front Range customers know, one of our principal thrusts since buying the CE business here has been to bring to the table better pricing and more transparent procedures which we believe are more in line with the market, the regulatory environment, and the business culture here in Colorado. We're pleased that we can now extend that Colorado focused initiative to all real estate professionals in the state."
If you are outside the Denver calling area, you'll find a new "800" number on the contact page so that you can contact us toll free.
New Offices / New Operations Manager for CE of the Front Range
Denver, CO, July 16, 2007
Beginning the week of July 16, Commission Express of the Front Range will begin operating out of new office space at 3525 South Tamarac Drive, Suite 220 (southwest corner of Tamarac and Hampden, just across from Tamarac Square Shopping Center). Our phone and fax numbers will remain the same.
"We are very grateful for the smooth transition that our office sharing arrangement with the pevious owners of the Commission Express business in Colorado permitted for both us and our customers" said Craig Maginness, CE of the Front Range's principal. "The business is to the point, however, that it warrants its own space. In our new location, all of the operations will be directed to supporting the business needs of real estate companies, brokers and agents."
With the move to the new office, CE also brought on board Nichole James as manager of administration and operations. Ms. James has extensive experience in a number of customer service oriented industries and will be a key addition as the company continues its efforts to constantly improve its service focused on the needs of real estate agents here in Colorado.
New Ownership for Commission Express of the Front Range
Denver, CO, January 2, 2007
Effective January 1, 2007, Commission Express of the Front Range is owned and operated by ExIn Asset Management LLC. "We're excited about the opportunity to build on the tremendous service that Commission Express has been providing to real estate professionals in Colorado," stated ExIn's principal, Craig Maginness.
Customers will see some changes -- such as lower discount fees, longer repurchase periods, and we think a more straightforward explanation of the process and pricing. At the same time, much will remain the same, including the office address and phone numbers, the website and easy on-line application process, the professional and courteous staff who help you ensure that everything goes smoothly, and our commitment to prompt service in support of your business cash flow needs.
ExIn's simple credo has been "Customer Focused Growth". We believe the Commission Express business is a perfect fit as it allows us to grow the business by focusing on the needs of our customers by providing the cash flow management services necessary to allow our customers to focus on their customers and the growth of their own business.
REALTORS must face industry's changes head on,says NAR president
Thomas M. Stevens addresses Commission Express® annual franchisee conference
Reston, Va., November 14, 2005
The president of the National Association of REALTORS gave sage advice in a speech November 11 to the Fourth Annual Conference for Commission Express franchisees in Reston, Va.: Survival and success will only come if REALTORS recognize changes in their industry and those they serve, and adapt accordingly.
Held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in the Reston Town Center, the conference attracted more than 80 attendees from 68 units in 39 states. As the largest real estate commission advance service provider in the country, Commission Express franchisees have advanced almost $250 million in commissions since its founding in 1996.
Stevens, a REALTOR since 1972 who also serves as senior vice president of NRT, Inc., told the group that commission advances are much like other common components of business today, such as internet advertising and the use of “smart†phones that can surf the web, and send e-mail and photos. Such components were unheard of just a few years ago. Those who are successful today saw those opportunities and acted upon them.
"These tools allow REALTORS to respond to leads not later today, not tomorrow, but now" said Stevens. The message was clear: What was once revolutionary has now become a necessity for REALTORS who want to succeed.
Stevens told the franchisees that they can play an important role in that success.
"Innovative participants, like all of you, help push us all forward" he said. "With your leadership and contributions to our evolving market, I am certain that we will continue to shape a successful real estate market well into the future." Stevens concluded by saying "I applaud all of you for your vision and your willingness to pursue a new business model serving our industry."
John L. Stedman, president of Commission Express National headquartered in Fairfax, Va., said his group was energized by Stevens's comments.
"His speech affirmed for us that successful REALTORS embrace whatever products, services and tools they need to help them focus their resources and energy on providing service to their clients" said Stedman. "We see ourselves as one of those services, and that’s why our franchisees were so excited to hear what he had to say."
