Lead Generation That Works!

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices recently released a national video just for agents who are a part of the BHHS Network! It discusses the fantastic suite of digital channels available to increase lead generation. It also introduces REsource Center, and the various tools agents can use to organize and communicate with contacts and clients. Plus, now more than ever, clients can easily navigate real estate properties in our markets via the BHHS website, driving traffic and leads straight to our agents. This technology and support from the top will be invaluable to us at the local level.

To view the video, click here or watch below!

Berkshire Hathaway KoenigRubloff Realty Group featured on ChicagoTribune.com!

Today, ChicagoTribune.com featured a story about the debut of the new Berkshire Hathaway KoenigRubloff Realty Group! In the article, Michael Pierson, President of BHHS KoenigRubloff is quoted about our rich history and the merger of the Koenig & Strey and Rubloff organizations. This excellent exposure coupled with the debut of the national Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices advertising campaign this week is sure to continue to reap benefits for you and your clients for some time to come! To read the full article, click here.

Coming to a TV Near You!

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices recently released a new, national TV commercial campaign called “Good To Know”. The :15 and :30 spots have just started to run in our markets on networks like CNN and HGTV. We are receiving a great response from agents and clients alike. The ad’s messaging underscores the confidence the BHHS brand provides to home buyers and sellers during a move. We are proud to be a part of the BHHS network, and to carry on the tradition of providing exceptional customer service to our clients. To view the video, please click here, or watch below!

The KoenigRubloff Reader – March 20, 2014

Dear Agents, Employees and Leadership Team,

April is almost here and the excitement throughout our organization is palpable! Behind the scenes our Michigan Avenue and Northbrook Home Office teams are working furiously toward our April launch date.

Let us share some of the latest accomplishments with you:

▪ A beautiful new series of branding ads has been created. Look for ecards to be available very soon.

▪ Our Harbor Country Office has moved into its beautiful new location in the heart of downtown New Buffalo.

▪ Business card proofs have been sent to each office to ensure that all contact information is correct.

▪ Our sign installation company has started to change the black Prudential Rubloff sign posts to white posts in order to make panel conversion a quick operation.

▪ Brochures, HotSheets, and Open House directories have been designed. Stay tuned for exciting news about these hands-free, company-wide programs.

Please begin gathering your open house tent signs for the tent sign swap that will take place next week! Look for more details from your office in the coming days!

Increased showing activity, new listings and open houses all point to the start of a strong spring market!  April 1, 2014 will be here before you know it! We will be Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group!

Please click here to view the full newsletter.

Sincerely,

Prudential Rubloff Receives 2014 Gibraltar Circle Award!

It’s an exciting day at KoenigRubloff!  Nancy, Michael and Chris proudly accepted the Gibraltar Circle Award today at the national Prudential Real Estate and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices convention in Nashville, Tennessee. This award ranks the finest companies in the national network and places Prudential Rubloff an impressive #7! This award is bestowed upon precious few companies, and receiving it is the direct result of the hard work and dedication you have shown to your company and profession! Congratulations to each of you on this accomplishment!  To view more photos from the ceremony, please click here.

Home Stretch

Only a few more weeks before we officially become BHHS KoenigRubloff Realty Group! We are looking forward to sharing this momentous occasion with all of you on April 2nd.

QUICK TIP!
Don’t forget, agents & offices will need to rebrand all social media pages on April 2nd!  Until then, it’s business as usual.  Soon, we will be sending communications to your branches about best practices, policy, and new naming conventions for those who use social media for business.

Merger Momentum Continues!
Here are the latest announcements from Prudential affiliates soon to share in the joy of joining the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices network!

March 14, 2014
• Syracuse, NY – BHHS teams up with Prudential CNY

March 13, 2014
•  Las Vegas, NV – Prudential Americana Group joins BHHS

March 6, 2014
• St. Louis, MO – Prudential Select Makes Big Announcement

March 5, 2014
• Lancaster, PA – Prudential Homesale Joins BHHS

As we grow closer to launch, please check back for more conversion updates!

New Luxury Collection Ad!

Check out our fantastic new KoenigRubloff Luxury Collection ad!

One Magnificent Future | Countdown to Conversion – March 10, 2014

Dear Agents, Employees and Leadership Team,

In less than one month, we are painting the town cabernet!

We’re heading to the national convention this week, and expect to have great things to bring back home to share with all of you.  But there is a lot going on right here.

KEY CONVERSION ACTIVITIES:

•  A beautiful new series of branding ads has been created.  Look for the first one to appear in the Pioneer Press this week, and for eCards to be available very soon.

•  Our Harbor Country office has moved into its beautiful new location in the heart of downtown New Buffalo.

•  Business card proofs have been sent to each office to ensure that all contact information is correct.

•  Our sign installation company has started to change our black posts to white posts, to make the panel conversion a quick operation.

•  We held three very successful meetings to introduce the new KoenigRubloff Advantage agent benefits program, offering insurance and financial planning options.

•  Brochures, Hot Sheets and Open House directories have been designed.  Stay tuned for exciting news about these hands-free, company-wide programs.

GET READY:

Here are some things you can do right now:

• Sign Rider Survey – provide information about your current yard sign rider to your office administrator.

• Make plans to attend the Agent Benefits meeting for your office this week. See your Managing Broker for details about the location and time.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is now located in 33 states, and we warmly welcome Prudential Tropical Realty in Tampa, Florida to the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices family.  To see a full list of the 22 companies that are joining this spring, check out this Inman News article.

Look for more BHHS transition news in this space next week!

The KoenigRubloff Advantage

Koenig & Strey and Prudential Rubloff agents attended regional agent benefits meetings over the last two days to gain valuable insight into the KoenigRubloff Advantage Program which offers comprehensive insurance and financial planning programs to agents. To view more photos of the events, please click here.