Maine Real Estate
About Us - Laura & Michael Sosnowski
Our approach to the real estate business has evolved over the years and is a direct result of our experience in other businesses. Michael ran and managed a large division for a highly successful national company for many years. During that time he was responsible for marketing, sales, planning and personnel. Michael realized that what made his business successful was the attention to detail, an innovative approach to the market, and measurable customer service. Committed to New Methods of Service  Laura had her own successful business for many years, specializing in customer care and development. When we entered the real estate business we came to it without a desire to fit ourselves into the traditional realtor model. Instead we analyzed the real estate business in Southern Maine and developed our business to satisfy what we would expect from a realtor ourselves. We used our analysis of what led to success in our other businesses as a foundation of what would be good business practice in real estate.
We have also learned that many people who buy or sell homes make decisions largely on the basis of emotions. Although buying a home is often the single most important financial decision people make, many approach transaction with little or no information. They act on their heart and instinct. Imagine how someone feels two years later when discovering their house is worth less than they paid for it - it happens more often than you think.
Business Approach
We believe that home ownership is part of an overall financial plan and should be approached in a businesslike manner. We believe in giving our clients all the information necessary to make well informed, intelligent decisions. We believe in investing in new technology and providing our clients with services that set a new standard for the industry.
We decided years ago to approach the realty business as consultants rather than salespeople. Our business is real estate, but our clients' business is what is best for them and their family and we act accordingly. Consequently, most of our business today comes from referrals and past clients. If you structure a real estate business the way we do, you put the future of your business in the hands of your clients - if you don't do an extraordinary job you won't get referrals and eventually you won't be in business anymore. | RE/MAX By The Bay & The Maine Home Connection Team |
RE/MAX By The Bay has been Maine's Number One real estate office in sales volume since 1999. Together with The Maine Home Connection team we have a group of dedicated professionals who are ready to exceed your expectations: | Michael & Laura Sosnowski - Team Leaders | | | As team leaders, Laura & Michael set the standard for customer commitment and marketing innovation. Experienced in all aspects of real estate, negotiation and the local market, you can be confident that your best interests will be protected. Together they have developed home selling programs that are unique and are designed to provide clients with a competitive advantage | | |
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| Beth - Sales Administration | | | Beth is responsible for the day to day management of listings, data entry and customer care. Changing photos, uploading videos, ensuring that paperwork is properly filed is all part of her many responsibilities, along with various ad-hoc projects. | | |
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| Lynne - Reception & Showings | | | Ever the multitasker, Lynne greets all visitors, answer the phones and organizes all showings, all while maintaining a great attitude. When you hear her voice on the phone, you know things will get accomplished in a most professional way. All home showings are made through our up-to-date software The Showing Desk, which automates the scheduling of appointments for viewing our listings. | | |
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| Directions & Other Information |
We are conveniently located in downtown Portland, overlooking Back Bay. Our state-of-the-art office includes two conferences rooms, wireless Internet connections and ample parking. RE/MAX is the local market leader, as our dominant market share demonstrates. |
