Michaels Resume | Kane Company Realty

Michael Kane
BROKER | REALTOR® | IMSRE

(804) 307-9068

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Business, where I majored in Business Administration with a concentration in Real Estate and Urban Land Development. The courses completed elevated me to where I have six times the education in real estate related courses as many other real estate agents.

Major courses completed pertaining to real estate included...

• Principles of Real Estate
• Real Estate Law
• Real Estate Appraisal
• Real Estate Finance
• Contract Legal Negotiating
• Real Estate Marketing
• Real Estate Brokerage Management
• Business Management
• Accounting Fundamentals
• Principles of Economics

Through college, management and internship positions skills were developed in sales management, process management, supervision, team building and team management as well as technical computer skills. These positions did involve working in teams, so communication skills (oral and written) were very important in the success of the different projects undertaken within these positions. Also, additional knowledge was gained in the areas of marketing including public relations as well as computer skills such as Word, Excel, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, WordPress, Quick Books Pro. Toolkit CMA a real estate valuation software package, Matrix MLS or Multiple Listing Service and Realist a tax record software.

Intern - Special Project Manager for Virginia Commonwealth University Telecommunications. (09/1997 – 08/1998) Richmond, VA. Developed special projects such as Directory Design and Organization for Medical College of Virginia and Virginia Commonwealth University. Created and supervised team of four for project. Also kept records of all projects and reported them to department manager in monthly written reports. Another project completed was the changing of all University phone numbers to the now commonly used 828 prefixes. This included re-tagging every phone in all offices manually of the University including once called Medical College of Virginia. Position began as assistant to telecommunications technical service and maintenance department where phone installations and service work was completed, but quickly grew into a management position.

Intern – Research Specialist for Real Estate Foundation at Virginia Commonwealth University. (09/1998 – 03/1999) where duties included researching properties for consideration of purchase by foundation for Virginia Commonwealth University. This research involved the use of courthouse records, tax maps and the use of Multiple Listing Software program widely used by the real estate industry. Once the information was compiled and sorted it was then used to organize reports on the properties of interest. These reports were then sent to the Virginia General Assembly, where the final decision for purchase was made. One such property researched included the site for what is now the VCU Siegel Center.

Intern – Special Project Manager for Virginia Housing and Development. (05/1999 – 11/1999) Involving the management, editing and release of the Virginia Housing Directory. Duties included researching and updating existing listings as well as locating and adding new non-profit organizations to the directory. The updating was done through a mass mailing of questionnaires and followed up by phone communications to verify received information. Project was completed ahead of schedule by six months and was showcased by the Governor at the Virginia Housing Conference.

Intern – (12/1999 – 07/2002) Home Builder(s) several positions included Marketing Assistant where I helped design marketing materials for the new home communities. Sales Assistant helping consumers pick out home sites, home plans as well as helping with the floor plan layout and options such as cabinetry, lighting and paint colors. Also served as a Construction Assistant where I had hands on experience in construction from lot clearing, surveying, foundation installation, framing and all other stages of home building. This experience was gained by working with several builders and contractors including Regency Homes, Parker Lancaster and MountCastle Homes. All around the Richmond, VA area including assisting in the following local subdivisions with Sales, Marketing and Construction.

• Ash Creek
• Brickshire
• Chickahominy Oaks
• Hartford Oaks
• Ivy Banks
• Kings Charter
• Laurel Meadows
• Madison Springs
• Milestone
• Millstone@Wyndham
• Mountain Glen
• Pebble Creek

History to Current Position – (09/2001 to 08/2005 Real Estate Agent) (08/2005/Present - Real Estate Broker - Top Producer | REALTOR® - First year licensed agent with Hometown Realty, six years with MountCastle Homes a custom home builder and then an Associate Broker and Relocation Specialist with Long & Foster Realtors. In 2017 Lauren and I started Kane Company Realty. Duties while holding these positions included the managing of the stages regarding the sale and or purchase of real estate including single family homes, condominiums, town homes and land. This assistance has been given to all types from first time home buyer's, growing families, luxury home clients and those who are downsizing. Some factors which I think are very important and ones that I have mastered, include accurately determining the value of properties using up to date comparable properties and tax records. Determining your home's value is to me one of the most important stages of selling a home and I have multiple levels of classes in real estate appraisal and have completed thousands of home value analysis reports over the years. Another very important stage is the writing and negotiating of contracts for the purchase and or sale of residential properties including assisting with the acquisition of land for right of ways and development. Additionally I have mastered working with mortgage lenders and closing attorneys to ensure that the transaction is properly completed in a timely fashion. This is all completed to conform to the agreed upon factors as written in the contract. The most important factor is ensuring that the client is highly satisfied with the results of my efforts.

Additional Skills obtained and utilized...

• Real Estate Property Staging and Photography.

• Print and Digital Marketing, IMSRE - Internet Marketing Specialist including custom virtual tours, website design and full content management.

• Work with National Relocation Companies including Graebel, SIRVA and Weichert Relocation assisting clients who were being relocated through their employer. This included home sales of clients leaving the Richmond area as well as buyers moving into the area. For those leaving the area it was more of a property management and sales position. Where in many cases the property was vacant and had to be monitored until sold. Also managed the scheduling of contractors assigned to complete repairs and or updates on properties.

• Custom home building assisting every step of the way from choosing the best builder, home site and even assisting with the design of the floor plan. All while helping the client to stay within their budget.

• Trained new agents in the proper marketing of properties and the accurate completion of real estate contracts and any needed attachments and addendum's pertaining to the specific transaction to ensure that the clients best interest is secured. Also managed the transfer and or activation of agents state licensing through the Department of Occupational Regulation.

Why we started Kane Company Realty - It was simple, we started this firm so that we had full control over the level of service our clients would receive and also the cost to our clients. We wanted to deliver outstanding customized services with a sales and marketing plan designed for every client's needs and lifestyle including schedule. All while saving them money and still receiving outstanding services. We refuse to just place a sign in the yard and move on to the next listing! Also when you have questions you speak with me not some uninformed and or inexperienced assistant...

License held – (2005 – Present) Virginia State Real Estate Brokers
License held – (2001 – 2005) Virginia State Real Estate Agent

Mission Statement - Utilizing today's technology and a level of service long forgotten in this or any industry to ensure the clients utmost satisfaction.

Serving Richmond, VA and all surrounding counties including Amelia, Caroline, Chesterfield, Dinwiddie, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, King William, New Kent, Powhatan and Prince George County.

Volunteer activities.

• Salvation Army Angel Tree
• Hanover County Public Schools
• Hanover County Youth Athletics
• Atlee Little League Baseball
• Henrico County Youth Athletics

Thank you so much for your time and please if you would like to utilize my skills to help you sell a home, buy a home, build a home or even buy or sell land or if you just have questions, please give me a call or text at 804-307-9068 - We truly offer the best services while saving you money!