The mechanics of how we sell real estate does not define the REALTOR. Instead, a REALTOR is defined by what he or she thinks and feels, more a philosophy of doing business than the actual practice. It is the "Soul" of the practitioner. This soul is found in the Code of Ethics to which we all adhere.

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It is from our Code of Ethics that we define how agents conduct their business, how we conduct our own business with agents and with the public and it is from our Code of Ethics that a sense of commitment to the industry is derived. Our Code of Ethics is what helps us interface with the practicalities of the real world to create a commitment greater than to just ourselves. Without our Code of Ethics, a REALTOR would be just a real estate agent selling houses.

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It is imperative that our industry champion the ideals of the REALTOR movement and not become defined by the "Bottom Line." Sometimes the biggest, the fastest, the smartest, the most advanced or the "slickest" is not the best. Instead, it is in the ideals to which we ascribe that should define the men or women of our industry. If we concentrate on ideals, the other things that we use to measure success happen.


Robert E. Taylor, Jr. / 298 S. Woodward Ave. / Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 644-6300
Personal:
2 children, 6'0

Education:

1967-1971 Alma College, Alma, Michigan. Received Bachelor of Arts Degree, majors in History and Mathematics. Curricular emphasis in the Industrial Revolution.

1971-1972 University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, School of History. Received Masters of History Degree. Curricular emphasis on Labor-Management Relations and Statistical Analysis.

1974-PRESENT Obtained State of Michigan Brokers License.

Graduate REALTORS Institute (G.R.I.)

Certified Residential Specialist (C.R.S.).

Certified Residential Brokerage Management (C.R.B.)

Leadership Training Graduate (L.T.G.)

Real Estate Alumni of Michigan (R.A.M.)

Career:
1986-PRESENT Actively listing and selling property. Average sales of $5,000,000. Qualified Relocation Specialist. 95% of all my business is referral. Currently with Weir, Manuel, Snyder & Ranke, Birmingham, MI.

1974-1986 Manager, responsible for all areas of operations including corporate training. At one time managed 9 real estate offices across the state with 115 sales people, $1,000,000 advertising budget, market research, computer networking, and public presentations.

1972-1974 Miscellaneous odd jobs.

Licenses:
Real Estate Associate Broker, Michigan

Professional Organizations:
Birmingham, Bloomfield, Rochester, South Oakland County Board of REALTORS, Michigan Association of REALTORS, National Association of REALTORS, Womens Council of REALTORS and the REALTORS National Marketing Institute.
Chairman, 16 different REALTOR committees at either the state or local level. Member of 32 other State and Local committees, 1976-1996.

Activities:
Instructor: Multiple Listing Service, Local Orientation and Michigan required continuing Ed.
Published twice in REAL ESTATE TODAY
Published once in the MICHIGAN REALTORT
Twice elected to the Board of Directors for local real estate board
Member of Board of Governors for Regional M.L.S.
Member of Governing Board, Birmingham Women's Council (W.C.R.)

Professional:
Top 1% Club, 1981

Awards:
Million Dollar Club, 1975-1977, 1980-1986
Two Million Dollar Club: 1978, 1979, and 1987
Four Million Dollar Club: 1988, 1989, 1994
Five Million Dollar Club: 1990, 1991
Six Million Dollar Club: 1992, 1993
Outstanding Young Men of America, 1979
REALTOR-Associate of the Year for the State of Michigan, 1985

Service:
Corporate Treasurer and officer of DaySpring Ministries (Presbyterian)
Appointed to re-write State Licensing Exam, 1981
Sunday School Teacher, 1983-1988
Member Pastor Nominating Committee, First Presbyterian of Farmington, 1986-1987.
Member of Alma College Alumni Association


WEIR, MANUEL, SNYDER & RANKE

"Our mission is to be the acknowledged leader in the markets in which we compete.
To this end we must form and maintain close, long-term relationships with our customers,
continually seeking to bring our best efforts to the task of meeting their Real Estate needs.
Our aim is to bring to our customers the benefits of our thorough knowledge to the
Real Estate business, our intimate acquaintance with the areas we serve and the home
in those areas, and our assurance of complete honesty and integrity."
(Mission Statement of Weir, Manuel, Snyder & Ranke)



Weir, Manuel, Snyder & Ranke has been a leading REALTOR in Southeastern Michigan since 1950, Today we serve buyers and sellers of fine homes in the Metropolitan Detroit area. The firm has continued to operate through the years with the same values that were present when it was founded. We list and sell real estate. We give complete and honest service to our customers and clients. Our Company is respected in the marketplace for its professionalism, ethics and experience, and is considered one of the leading Real Estate organizations in the Midwest.

Weir, Manuel, Snyder & Ranke Sales Associates are:
Professional
Full Time
Dedicated
Thoroughly versed in Real Estate Brokerage
Involved in the Communities in which they sell
Aware of changing market conditions
Committed to providing the very best service
Constantly adding to their Real Estate knowledge through continuing education

What is G.R.I.? The G.R.I. designation (Graduate REALTOR Institute) is the most basic designation recognized by the National Association of REALTORS. It signifies that the designee has taken ninety hours of class instruction over and above the basic licensure requirements of the state. The designee will have taken classes that deal with the fundamentals of sales, brokerage and investments.

What is C.R.S.? While many people hold the G.R.I. designation (Graduate REALTOR Institute), a C.R.S.(Certified Residential Specialist) is a designation earned by less than 5% of those who are licensed to sell real estate. It is a nationally recognized award and is given only by the National Association of REALTORS(N.A.R.) to members who have met very strict requirements.

The C.R.S. Designation is designed to assist members wanting to offer the best possible service to the public and who want to excel in the competitive marketplace. The holder of the C.R.S. Designation is a leader in the industry. Membership represents a commitment to excellence, education and the ability to achieve both business and professional expectations.

When you buy or sell a home, you want the transaction to proceed swiftly and efficiently. That is why you should look for someone with special expertise in listing, selling, investment and taxes. Someone with a proven record of experience. Someone you can trust. Only those with the C.R.S. Designation have met rigid requirements indicating that they can do all this for you.

What is C.R.B.? The National Association of REALTORS, in an effort to promote excellence in real estate brokerage management established the Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager Designation in 1969. Nationally less than 1% of all real estate agents have been able to earn the C.R.B. designation. This prestigious symbol signifies a degree of excellence. It says an individual has achieved a superior level of expertise, education, and experience and is recognized as one of the best in the industry.

The C.R.B. designee remains up-to-date on the latest real estate trends and issues and establishes valuable business contacts across the country. C.R.B. Designees have taken specialized courses dealing with the changes in today's market place. They are familiar with new technology and trends in finance, marketing and strategic planning. If these qualifiacations are important to you seek out the counsel of a C.R.B. Designee.

What is L.T.G.? For more than a decade the L.T.G. (Leadership Training Graduate) designation has helped real estate's highest achievers stay on top and on track. With a unique focus on personal and prefoessional development, the designation recognizes those real estate agents who excel through the dynamic combination of education and experience. Less than 1/10 of one percent of all REALTORS are able to qualify for this designation of excellence. To make buying and selling easier you need the services of someone that other agents respect. Those who hold the L.T.G. designation could only have earned it if their peers recognize them as a leader.

What is R.A.M.? The R.A.M. (Real Estate Alumni of Michigan) designation is a "Michigan Only" designation. It was established in 1953 to identify real estate professionals who had earned an award known as the Certificate in Real Estate. Originally assocated with the University of Michigan the R.A.M. designation is now handled independently and achnowledges those who have saught education in specialized areas of real estate including college level classes in:
A home is usually a persons most valuable asset. Do not entrust the buying or selling of it to just anyone. There is more to buying or selling a house than an ad in the paper or a sign in a yard. To assure yourself that you are working with the very best agent you can select, seek the counsel one who holds the R.A.M. designation.

©1996 Bob Taylor