4th Annual Pumpkin Stroll

10/17/2009

The Fourth annual Pumpkin Stroll was held this Saturday, Oct. 17, at  the Bellingham
Common, Bellingham, MA and everyone had a  hauntingly good time.

Agents from Realty Executives Tri County, Inc.,  were on hand to give out treats or hot chocolate to all the little ghosts and goblins.  Carved, illuminated  pumpkins lined the common area for everyone to enjoy and children came dressed in their Halloween costumes.

Children of all ages brought their carved pumpkins and prizes were given out in several catagories.

The event was sponsored by the Bellingham Business Association and many of the local business owners were also on hand to help out and enjoy the evening.

Jenna Pasquino Memorial Golf Tournament

8/25/2009

The Jenna Pasquino Memorial Foundation was started in 2009.  The Foundation’s goal is to sponsor activities and programs such as scholarships to graduating seniors and charitable community organizations. 

Our first fundraiser which we hope to make an annual event is a golf tournament, with the proceeds going to our scholarship fund. This year it will be held on Saturday, October 17th at the Blissful Meadows Golf Club on Chockalog Rd in Uxbridge with tee off promptly at 8:00am.  It will be 18 holes, followed by dinner, awards and a raffle. The cost is $125 per golfer.  Any non-golfers are welcome to join us for dinner at 1:00pm, after the tournament at a cost of $30.  We hope you are able to attend this fun-filled event.

We are looking for tee and green sponsors, goodie bag items and/or gift certificates for services, meals, etc. or items that we can use for our raffle for our tournament.

The sponsor fee is $100 and your business name will appear on an individual sign at one of the holes for the entire tournament. It will also be publicized in the program given to each golfer, along with the list of all contributors. This is a great opportunity for you to get exposure for your business as well as supporting a very worthwhile cause.

If you would like to be a sponsor, and/or are interested in playing in the tournament, please fill out the appropriate forms and mail them back with your check to the Jenna Pasquino Memorial Foundation, c/o Erin Donahue, 30 Mill River St, Blackstone, MA 01504 . You can either create your own team or we will be putting together teams for individual registrants. Please respond ASAP so that you will be guaranteed a spot.

If you  have any questions, feel free to contact one of the following organizers:

Erin Donahue at (508)641-5074

Andrew Spas at (401)330-6439

Dave Boyan at (508)579-2750

Kelley Byrnes-Benkart at (508)245-2336

Movie Night July 16th

7/6/2009

Memorial Day Parade

5/21/2009

Memorial Day Parade, Bellingham, MA

Executives from Realty Executives Tri County, Inc. of Bellingham, MA took part in the annual Memorial Day Parade that was recently held on Sunday, May 17^th.

  The executives marching were Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, owner/broker, Flo Byrnes, Ro Caddick Kilduff, Kelly McGovern, Don Clifford and Erin Golding.  Beach balls, bubbles and windmills were handed out along the parade route. 

Gary Bastarache, carried the house, “Selly”,  from the Massachusetts Association of Realtors, who was a hit with the many parade goers.   

Gary is very active in fund raising for the Jimmy Fund and  will be walking in the 21st annual Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on September 13, 2009 to benefit the Jimmy Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.  With your help, we will support Dana-Farber’s mission to provide compassionate care and conduct groundbreaking research to improve the chances of survival for cancer patients worldwide. Follow This Link to visit my personal web page and help me in my efforts to support Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund

http://www.jimmyfundwalk.org/garybastarache?faf=1&e=2438026300

Bellingham Challenge Girls HS Lacross 5K Race

4/27/2009

Realty Executives Tri County, Inc. Donates to BHS Girls Lacross Team 5K Road Race

Bellingham, MA (Grassroots Newswire) 5/5/2009 -- Realty Executives Tri County, Inc., donated manpower and sponorship of a water station for the Bellingham Challenge 5K Road Race which took place on April 27, 2009.  There was a fantastic showing of 180 runners, with several runners from Realty Executives Tri County of Bellingham. Kelley Byrnes-Benkart Broker/Owner of Realty Executives Tri County was a participant as well as Ron Cuomo and Mary Beth Cuomo, who took third place in her division.  Participants of all ages joined in the fun.  Manning the water table was Ro Caddick Kilduff, Flo Byrnes and Kelly McGovern from Realty Executives Tri County.

This  annual event was able to raise some much needed funds for all the teams, and in particular the BHS Girls Lacross Team, which is not yet a school-sponsored team.

Executives from Tri County are very active within the community and enjoy supporting and participating in local events.

3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt

4/8/2009

Local Realty Office Sponsors 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Realty Executives TriCounty, Inc. in Bellingham

Bellingham, MA (Grassroots Newswire) 4/8/2009 -- Realty Executives TriCounty, Inc. in Bellingham recently held their 3rd Annual Easter Egg hunt for the children of Bellingham and other area communities.

"We are so happy to be able to sponsor this very important event," said Kelley Byrnes-Benkart of Realty Executives TriCounty, Inc.. "We’re are very pleased to be able to make this contribution to the community because we are giving back to all of those in the community that support us with their business."

Realty Executives is one of the most closely followed real estate franchises in the world. Since its beginning in Phoenix, Arizona more than 35 years ago, the company has become one of the fastest growing franchises in any industry, according to Rich Rector, president and CEO of Realty Executives International. Phenomenal franchise growth and a unique franchise development strategy are creating even more interest in the company.

"Being an integral part of the community is vital to Realty Executives International’s commitment to its clients," said Rector. "We are glad that the TriCounty, Inc. office is helping its local community by sponsoring the Easter Egg Hunt. They are fulfilling our company-wide mission of giving back to the community."

For more information about Realty Executives TriCounty, Inc., please contact Kelley Byrnes-Benkart at 508-966-3563.

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Martin Brown Joins Realty Executive Tri County

4/1/2009

Local Real Estate Professionals Attend MAR Presentation

3/19/2009

Broker of the Month January/February 2009

3/4/2009

Broker of the Month/January & February 2009

Realty Executives Tri-County, Inc., Proudly Announces Brokers of the Month.

For January, 2009...Joanne Lague & Joyce Waterhouse

For February, 2009...Kelly McGovern

Bellingham, MA (Grassroots Newswire) 3/3/09 -- Lague, Waterhouse and McGovern are industry and company leaders in production experience, sales and marketing.

"We are proud to honor Joanne, Joyce and Kelly with this award because it exemplifies a commitment to exceptional customer service and outstanding sales performance," Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, Broker/Owner of Realty Executives Tri-County, said.

As agents with Realty Executives, Joanne, Joyce and Kelly have chosen to align themselves with industry leaders in production, experience and professional designations, typically out producing traditional agents three to one. At REALTY EXECUTIVES, our Executives average nearly 13 years of real estate experience, nearly twice the national average.

For more information about Realty Executives Brokerage, please contact Kelley Byrnes-Benkart at Realty Executives Tri-County, Inc., 508-966-3563.

About Realty Executives International
Realty Executives International, the nation's first 100-percent commission company, has been perfecting its business model for more than 43 years and is one of the fastest-growing real estate franchises in North America. The Phoenix-based, privately held company has more than 800 franchises in 14 countries, including offices in the United States, Canada, South Africa, Mexico, Australia, Israel, Costa Rica, France, Greece, Panama, Nicaragua, Columbia, Belize and Indonesia. Publications like Entrepreneur, Success and Inc. magazines have all ranked Realty Executives International, Inc as a leader based on franchise growth, management stability and financial soundness. For additional company information, call 1-800-252-3366, or visit www.realtyexecutives.com

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Brokers of the Year 2008

3/4/2009

Realty Executives Tri-County, Inc. Proudly Announces Brokers of the Year for 2008

Mary Beth Cuomo and Kelly McGovern.

Bellingham/Franklin, MA (Grassroots Newswire) 3/3/09 --  Mary Beth Cuomo & Kelly McGovern of the Bellingham Realty Executives Tri-County, Inc. are recognized for this achievement.

Bellingham, MA (Grassroots Newswire) 3/3/09 -- Mary Beth Cuomo & Kelly McGovern of Realty Executives Tri-County, Inc. in Bellingham were recently presented with the 2008 Brokers of the Year award by Realty Executives Tri-County, Inc.

"It is a great feeling to know that I am with a company that really appreciates the dedication I put into my work here at Realty Executives Tri-County, Inc.," Cuomo & McGovern said. "I thank the entire Realty Executives team for their support and encouragement. I am thrilled and honored to receive this notable award."

"We are proud to honor Mary Beth and Kelly with this award because it exemplifies a commitment to exceptional customer service and outstanding sales performance," Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, Broker/Owner said.

Sales associates, also known as "Executives," at Realty Executives average approximately 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 sales associates three to one, according to Rich Rector, president and CEO of Realty Executives International.

For more information about Realty Executives Brokerage, please contact Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, Broker/Owner Realty Executives Tri-County, Inc. in Bellingham, MA 508-966-3563.

About Realty Executives International
Realty Executives International, the nation's first 100-percent commission company, has been perfecting its business model for more than 43 years and is one of the fastest-growing real estate franchises in North America. The Phoenix-based, privately held company has more than 800 franchises in 14 countries, including offices in the United States, Canada, South Africa, Mexico, Australia, Israel, Costa Rica, France, Greece, Panama, Nicaragua, Columbia, Belize and Indonesia. Publications like Entrepreneur, Success and Inc. magazines have all ranked Realty Executives International, Inc as a leader based on franchise growth, management stability and financial soundness. For additional company information, call 1-800-252-3366, or visit www.realtyexecutives.com

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LOCAL REALTOR® COMPLETES PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE COURSE

1/5/2009

Bellingham/Franklin, MA 1/5/09-  Kelly McGovern of Realty Executives, TriCounty has successfully completed the Loss Mitigation Certification Course (LMC) of the Massachusetts Association of Realtors® held recently in Waltham MA.

            Due to the challenges facing many Realtors® today in representing a buyer or seller who is working in a transaction involving foreclosure, short sales, properties at auction or bank owned; this comprehensive one-day course was developed to educate Realtors® on all the issues surrounding properties facing these complicated transactions.

The course is taught by national and local experts in loss mitigation and is designed to equip attendees with the tools needed to deal with short sales on both the buying and listing side; the process, ethics, laws, contracts and credit issues involved; and how to best approach lenders. Lastly, this course also addresses the human element of these transactions as consumers potentially face losing their homes.

            Upon completion of the Loss Mitigation Certification Course, participants earn lifetime usage of the LMC logo and continuing education credits necessary for real estate license renewal.

About the Massachusetts Association of Realtors®:

Organized in 1924, the Massachusetts Association of Realtors® is a professional trade organization with more than 22,500 members.  The term Realtor® is registered as the exclusive designation of members of the National Association of Realtors® who subscribe to a strict code of ethics and enjoy continuing education programs.

Ro Caddick Kilduff Joins Realty Executives, Tri County

10/21/2008

Jennifer Murray Joins Realty Executives, Tri County

10/6/2008

Bellingham/Franklin, MA (Grassroots Newswire) October 6, 2008 -- Jennifer Murray has recently joined Realty Executives Tri County in Bellingham/Franklin, MA.

Jennifer has been in the real estate business for over 3 years. She came to Realty Executives, Tri County in Bellingham from Century 21. As an agent with Realty Executives, Jennifer will continue to focus on assisting buyers and sellers with their real estate needs in the Bellingham/Franklin area and surrounding communities.

"We are honored to have Jennifer join our Realty Executives team," said Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, Broker/Owner of Realty Executives Tri County. "Jennifer's professionalism, client service skills, industry knowledge and experience is truly an asset to any office. She is an excellent addition to our team."

Jennifer is a graduate of Blackstone/Millville High School and has a Bachelors Degree from UMASS Amherst. She currently resides in Millville with her husband and two sons. She can be reached at Realty Executives, Tri County on 116 Mechanic Street, Suite 7 in Bellingham at 508-966-3563, www.RealtyExecutivesTriCounty.com or at jennifermurray@realtyexecutives.com.  

Joyce Waterhouse Joins Realty Executives, Tri County

9/3/2008

JOYCE WATERHOUSE JOINS REALTY EXECUTIVES

Bellingham/Franklin, MA (Grassroots Newswire) September 3, 2008 -- Joyce Waterhouse has recently joined Realty Executives Tri County in Bellingham/Franklin.

Joyce has been a full-time real estate agent in the Bellingham/Franklin area for 7 years. Joyce was a manager/real estate agent at Assist to Sell before joining the Realty Executives, Tri County Team. She is a member of the Greater Boston, Massachusetts and National Association of Realtors. As an agent with Realty Executives, Joyce will continue to focus on providing outstanding client service while assiting her buyers and sellers with their real estate needs in the Bellingham/Franklin area and surrounding communities.

"Joyce is an experienced, hard-working and knowledgeable professional. She is such a pleasure to work with and a wonderful addition to our Realty Executives Team" said Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, Broker/Owner. "We are honored to have her as part of our office."

Joyce Waterhouse can be reached at Realty Executives, Tri County on 116 Mechanic Street, Suite 7 in Bellingham at 508-966-3563 or at jwaterhouse@realtyexecutives.com.

Tom Roudabush joins Realty Executives, Tri County in Bellingham/Franklin

8/1/2008

Bellingham/Franklin, MA (Grassroots Newswire) August, 2008 -- Roudabush has worked in the real estate industry as a rental agent and property manager for two local real estate companies. As an agent for Realty Executives, Roudabush will handle rentals and the start-up of a new property management division for the Bellingham/Franklin area and surrounding communities.

"Tom is an excellent addition to our office. We are all very excited to start a property management division," said Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, Broker/Owner. "We are expecting to have the division up and running by January of 2009."

Tom Roudabush can be reached at Realty Executives, Tri County on 116 Mechanic Street, Suite 7 in Bellingham at 508-966-3563 or at thomasroudabush@realtyexecutives.com.

Joanne Lague Joins Realty Executives, Tri County

6/1/2008

Lague has been in the real estate business for over 4 years. She came to Realty Executives, Tri County in Bellingham from Century 21. Lague will continue to focus on assisting buyers and sellers with their real estate needs in the Bellingham/Franklin area and surrounding communities.

"We are honored to have Joanne on our Realty Executives team," said Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, Broker/Owner. "Her success is a direct result of her professionalism, client service skills, industry knowledge and experience. She is an excellent addition to our team."

Joanne Lague can be reached at Realty Executives, Tri County on 116 Mechanic Street, Suite 7 in Bellingham at 508-966-3563 or at joannelague@realtyexecutives.com.

LOCAL REALTOR RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD

4/1/2008

Foxwoods Resort and Casino in Connecticut was the site of the annual Realty Executives Award Ceremony. The New England region gathered to celebrate these national awards, recognizing the achievements of the real estate sales Executives within the international company. Tim Waldron, Regional Director, noted that over 45 agents within the region of 200 agents, closed sales in 2007 that netted over $100,000 in commission dollars. Overall, the New England Region closed sales of just under $1 Billion!

Byrnes-Benkart was awarded the 2007 Realty Executives New England Broker/Owner of the Year for the entire New England Region. The New England Regional Developer, Tim Waldron, in presenting the award to a surprised Kelley, cited her accomplishments and dedication to both her Executives and community, but particularly praised Kelley for her unwavering smile and indomitable spirit in the face of a challenging real estate market.

Realty Executives pioneered the 100% commission plan for real estate Executives back in 1965 and has grown to over 15,000 agents strong worldwide! For more information, visit their website at www.RealtyExecutivesNewEngland.com or call 888-634-8800

LOCAL REAL ESTATE OFFICE RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD

4/1/2008

Kelley Byrnes-Benkart of the Bellingham Realty Executives Tri County is recognized for achievement

Bellingham, MA (Grassroots Newswire) April 3, 2008 -- Kelley Byrnes-Benkart of Realty Executives Tri County in Bellingham was recently presented with the Circle of Excellence award by Realty Executives International.

"It is a great feeling to know that I am with a company that really appreciates the dedication I put into my work here at Realty Executives Tri County," Byrnes said. "I thank the entire Realty Executives team for their support and encouragement. I am thrilled and honored to receive this notable award."

Kelley Byrnes-Benkart was also honored by her Regional Office, Realty Executives New England as the 2007 Broker Owner of the Year. Both awards are a significant accomplishment for the office which is also celebrating their Second Anniversary this month!

Sales associates, also known as "Executives," at Realty Executives average approximately 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 sales associates three to one, according to Rich Rector, president and CEO of Realty Executives International.

"We are proud to honor Kelley with this award because it exemplifies a commitment to exceptional customer service and outstanding sales performance," Rector said.

For more information about Realty Executives Tri County, please contact Flo Byrnes at 508-966-3563.

LOCAL REALTOR ATTENDS REALTY EXECUTIVES INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

4/1/2008

Kelley Byrnes-Benkart of Realty Executives Tri County in Bellingham attends company’s annual International Convention

Bellingham, MA (Grassroots Newswire) April 3, 2008 -- Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, of Realty Executives Tri County in Bellingham, recently attended the annual Realty Executives International real estate Convention in San Diego, CA.

The annual convention, held March 17th-21st at Manchester Grand Hyatt, was an educational conference focusing on strategies for a changing market and quality customer service. In addition, the educational content centered on effective ways to improve the real estate transaction and effectively promoting the Realty Executives brand.

"This year’s convention gave me the opportunity to network with other top producers within the Realty Executives system and to discuss innovative ways to meet and exceed consumer demands. I have come away with new techniques to use in effectively sharing the information my customers need to feel confident when buying or selling real estate," Byrnes-Benkart said.

Byrnes-Benkart, and more than 1,00 others from throughout the United States and around the world, attended professional motivational sessions and had the opportunity to become familiar with the latest trends in real estate negotiating and marketing. They gained insight into the changing needs of real estate consumers and shared proven methods to maximize customer satisfaction. In addition to meeting with other real estate professionals, attendees gained valuable information and insight from several keynote speakers, which included Jerry Rossi, James Arthur Ray and Ann Murray-Randolph.

Realty Executives associates from around the continent also volunteered their time to build a new home for a Habitat for Humanity family as part of the company’s "Homes from the Heart" program -- a company-wide initiative that benefits Habitat for Humanity. The program encourages agents to work in conjunction with the international charity to help fund and build homes for the less fortunate.

For more information about Realty Executives Tri County, please contact Kelley Byrnes-Benkart at 508-966-3563.

About Realty Executives International
Realty Executives International, the nation’s first 100-percent commission company, has been perfecting its business model for more than 42 years and is one of the fastest-growing real estate franchises in North America. The Phoenix-based, privately held company has more than 800 franchises in ten countries, including offices in the United States, Canada, South Africa, Mexico, Australia, Israel, Costa Rica, France, Greece and Indonesia. Publications like Entrepreneur, Success and Inc. magazines have all ranked Realty Executives International, Inc as a leader based on franchise growth, management stability and financial soundness.  For additional company information, call 1-800-252-3366, or visit www.realtyexecutives.com.

Local Realty Executives Broker Sponsors Short Sale Seminar for Real Estate Professionals

1/1/2008

Realty Executives, Tri County and Unisom Financial Co-Sponsor

Bellingham, MA (Grassroots Newswire) 1/24/08- Kelley Byrnes-Benkart, Broker/Owner of Realty Executives Tri County in Bellingham co-sponsored the Short Sale, REO, Loan Default Seminar with Lori Cousineau Owner of Unison Financial in Bellingham. The seminar was an opportunity for local real estate professionals to learn more about Short Sales, REOs and Loan Default from a an expert. The speaker, Ruth Dillingham, Esq. is Special Counsel and Lender Liaison for First American Title Insurance Company in the New England Region. The seminar was held on January 22nd at the Bellingham Public Library. Real estate professionals from Realty Executives as well as real estate agents from other local real estate companies attended the seminar.

"The speaker was very informative and brought a vast amount of knowledge and experience to the seminar. It was a great opportunity for us to bring more training to our local real estate professionals about this topic in particular, especially since we are seeing more and more short sale situations," Byrnes-Benkart said. "It’s important for the real estate community to be able to help clients navigate through these difficult times. Seminars like these are crucial in today’s market"

The seminar received very positive feedback from attendees. As a result, Realty Executives Tri County and Unison Financial would like to continue to bring these types of seminars to local real estate professionals, as well as add some seminars for consumers who may have some interest in learning more about the mortgage/real estate market.

For more information about Realty Executives Tri County, please contact Kelley Byrnes-Benkart at (508)966-3563 or RETriCounty@comcast.net. For more information about Unison Financial please contact Lori Cousineau at (877)937-3348.