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How Omni Realty Uses Research, Skill and Experience to Benefit Our Commercial Real Estate Clients

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Mike Kushner in About Us, Blog, CCIM No Comments

When in search of a service or product, you’re likely to start with a Google search. These results will lead you to visiting some potential businesses’ websites and possibly their social media pages. You may feel like you’ve gathered enough information based on the quality of their online presence, reviews and word of mouth recommendations to choose the right business to fit your needs.

But how often do you consider a business’s mission statement in this decision making process? If you don’t, you should!

A business’s mission statement (or lack thereof) will tell you a lot about their focus, approach and how they treat their customers. A nice website, active social media and high ranking reviews only paint part of the picture of the quality of the company – and what they stand for.

For the benefit of our clients, whether they be past, present or future, we hope to give you deeper insight into our own mission so you can understand what we value and our commitment to serving you!

At Omni Realty, our mission is to secure the most effective space at the most favorable terms for our clients. We use research, skill and experience to offer unmatched, highly personalized service while carefully determining our clients’ needs and analyzing all possible solutions.

But our mission statement is more than just words on paper. The values it represents are closely woven into our daily client interactions as well as our long-term visioning. Here is how Omni Realty strives to live out our mission with everything we do.

Current and Consistent Research

We are strategic about maintaining access to the industry’s most comprehensive database of commercial real estate through our partnership with CoStar. Even though we specifically serve the Central Pennsylvania market, we have access to a combination of reliable tools, resources, and expert analysis on over 5 million commercial real estate properties in today’s market. This allows us to pull and compare market reports, keep a pulse on emerging trends and give our clients valuable advice even if it’s outside of our market.

Additionally, we have access to the most technologically advanced industry tools including:

Esri ArcGIS and Business Analyst – demographics and mapping
DataVu – business list data
Riskmeter Flood Maps – assess flood hazards and generate reports
RealNex MarketEdge – financial analysis

High-Level Skill

Mike Kushner is a graduate of University of Pennsylvania (Penn) with his degree in economics. This education is combined with Mike’s CCIM Designation, making him a uniquely qualified commercial real estate broker, developer and investor. CCIM stands for Certified Commercial Investment Member and requires advanced coursework in financial and market analysis. The CCIM designation demonstrates extensive experience in the commercial real estate industry. Furthermore, CCIM designees are recognized as leading experts in commercial investment real estate.

As part of Omni Realty’s mission, developing this high-level of skill is essential to offering our clients unmatched expertise backed by confidence. Just a few of our uncommon, but highly valuable skill areas include:

Property Management
Raw Land Development
Historic Rehab Property Development
Chairman of Local Zoning Hearing Board
Expert Witness Testimony

Diverse Experience

Skill can only be grown when it is applied. Over the last 25 years of being a licensed real estate broker, Omni Realty has grown a diverse portfolio of experience. We have served over 500 clients, brokered 1,250 commercial real estate deals and have helped businesses of all sizes and industries find the most effective space at the most favorable terms. Our diverse experience also includes extensive property management, both residential and commercial.

We love sharing our experience and applying it toward delivering favorable outcomes for our clients. Experience gives us negotiation power on behalf of our clients, a leg-up on emerging market trends and a vast network of contacts that we call upon to help our clients overcome any number of challenges, both inside and outside the scope of commercial real estate.

Unique Value Proposition

We understand that other businesses may tout that they are “different” and it can be confusing to cut through the clutter and determine which commercial real estate business truly offers a unique model. First, when we say we work with businesses of all sizes, we truly mean it. From a one-person startup looking for co-working space, to a Fortune 1,000 organization looking to develop a growing campus, we are excited to work at both ends of the spectrum because we are excited to see our locally-based businesses thrive.

Second, our skill and expertise comes at no cost to our clients. As an exclusive tenant representative/buyers agent, Omni Realty is compensated by the landlord or seller, not by our client. This also means we come to the table to represent only you and your interests. There is no conflict of interest like there might be if a single agent represented both the tenant and landlord in a commercial real estate transaction. Finally, our service is highly personalized and highly hands-on. You work with only the principals in our firm; and we are responsive and proactive in our communications.

With a better understanding of our mission, and the various pieces involved in bringing our mission to life, we hope you can see why Omni Realty is in a unique position to serve our commercial real estate tenants and buyers. And remember, a business’s mission should not be taken lightly. When looking to work with a commercial real estate broker in Central Pennsylvania, be sure to assess their mission and compare it to your own. The most successful partnerships come from businesses and clients who work together over a shared mission!

Have a comment or question? Join in the conversation by leaving a comment below.

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6 Lessons Learned from a Tenant Rep

Posted on July 18, 2016 by Mike Kushner in About Us, Blog, Tenant Representative/Buyer Agent No Comments

As the owner of Omni Realty Group, Mike Kushner has been exclusively practicing Tenant Rep/Buyer Agency since 1998, when he first established the company. Now, with almost 20 years of experience under his belt, Mike shares his top six most valuable lessons learned from his career as a tenant representative/buyer agent.

Everyone Deserves to be Treated with Respect

This lesson is so simple, yet so often overlooked. Any successful business owner, regardless of industry or size, should treat everyone they encounter with respect. The bottom line is that you never know how they may impact your business in the future. Employees, vendors, customers and anyone else can all serve as walking testimonials for your business – and you. Give them every reason to talk about how great you are to work with. Don’t risk having someone out there badmouthing their experience with you because of something that could have been prevented by treating them with a little more respect.

Never Take Your Reputation for Granted

Businesses balance on their reputation of service and the ethics and integrity of how they provide that service. I have always operated my business with an important rule in mind: We are the reputation we create. There’s really no way around it; you are the only one who can make or break your own reputation. Make every effort to protect it!

Do What You Say You Are Going to Do

Few things can destroy the integrity of the relationship that exists between service provider and customer as quickly as non-performance. Fail to deliver, and the customer will lose trust and become justifiably skeptical of future commitments. Furthermore, they will quickly move on to someone who will deliver

We Are Always Learning

Every day brings new experiences that broaden my understanding of this wonderful industry that is my livelihood. Keep your eyes and mind open to opportunities to learn. These can come in unconventional ways and at unexpected moments – don’t overlook them!

It’s Often Difficult for Tenants and Buyers to Spot “Double Dipping”

This lesson is very frustrating for an exclusive tenant representative and that is that tenants and buyers don’t easily see that a broker is taking advantage of them with a “double end” deal (i.e. collecting commission checks on both sides of their transactions). Also known as “double dipping” in commercial real estate circles, this practice is far more common that it should be.

Not only is it greedy and unfair, it’s insulting to the tenant or buyer to think that they aren’t smart enough to eventually realize what’s going on. The bottom line is that listing or selling brokers are salesmen. They get paid more if you lease in their listed building and are therefore incentivized to get you to do so. If you work with anyone who is not an exclusive tenant rep, you are not likely to see all the options truly available to you.

Business Should Review Their Lease Far More Often Than They Do

Most businesses only look at their leases every five years (or right before renewal). The truth of the matter is that real estate occupancy cost is a major expense for any business and should be reviewed on a regular basis, at least annually. Furthermore, the terms of your lease should provide for a lease audit to allow you to ensure that expenses being passed through to you, the tenant, are fair and accurate.

In short, working with a commercial real estate broker should be a pleasant and stress-free experience. If it’s not, you’re likely working with the wrong broker who isn’t putting your interests first. If nearly 20 years of experience has taught me anything, it’s that the people – not the property – are the priority.

Which of these lessons do you feel is the most important for running a successful and respected business? Share your opinion by commenting below!

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5 Reasons You Should Work with a Real Estate Broker Who Is a CCIM

Posted on December 3, 2015 by Mike Kushner in About Us, Blog, CCIM No Comments

You may or may not be familiar with the term CCIM. This stands for Certified Commercial Investment Member, and simply put, is a designation that recognizes experts within the commercial and investment real estate industry.

This is a strong point of differentiation among real estate brokers. As you likely know, when you go to find a broker in your area, you are inundated with options. It can be hard to narrow them down and know who will offer you a superior level of service and expertise. Looking for a CCIM designation is a great place to start.

Just like you would carefully consider the various levels of education and certifications of your lawyer or doctor, you should also consider the education and certifications of your real estate broker. A CCIM is will bring to the table valuable qualities that can contribute to an overall more positive working relationship.

Let’s take a look at five reasons you should work with a real estate broker who is a CCIM.

It demonstrates commitment to the industry

You can be a real estate broker without being a CCIM; it’s not required. It takes extra drive and commitment to seek out this designation and successfully complete it. Just as someone pours a lot of time and resources into earning their graduate degree, a CCIM has also worked hard and invested a lot to earn such a title.

Don’t these sound like the same qualities you want to see in your real estate broker? Someone who is driven, committed, hardworking and not looking for “the easy way out” is a person who will also likely work tirelessly on your behalf to seek out all available options to deliver success.

It places them within an elite group of real estate professionals

There are more than 150,000 commercial real estate professionals in the United States alone, but only an estimated 6 percent hold the CCIM designation. Narrowing down your selection of potential brokers by their CCIM designation will quickly identify this elite group and help you to see who rises to the top.

It provides access to an impressive professional network

A CCIM designation provides independent brokers with access to a professional network of over 13,000 CCIM’s in 1,000 markets across the United States and in 30 other countries. It’s like an exclusive society of real estate professionals who all share the same level of education, experience and commitment and who stand ready to help their “brothers” out whenever needed. This is a powerful professional network that is not easily replicated. As a client, it’s also a network you want to have access to!

It ensures you are working with the latest tools and technology

CCIM brokers have access to an exclusive suite of online technology and tools. Such resources would be cost prohibitive or too much work for an independent broker to seek out on his or her own. But with the direction and connections of the CCIM Institute, all CCIMs are provided with access to tools that help them stay ahead of trends and find answers to solve unique problems on behalf of their clients.

It requires competency and experience

In order to become a CCIM, you have to do a lot more than fill out a form or pay dues. The designation is awarded to professionals who complete over 160 hours of graduate level courses and who pass a comprehensive exam covering financial analysis, market analysis, user decision analysis and investment analysis. Additionally, a CCIM must prepare a portfolio demonstrating practical real world experience. It’s truly a combination of competency and experience – one without the other is not enough to make you a CCIM.

Now that you know more about what it takes to become a CCIM, you’re likely wondering “How do I work with one?” Finding a real estate broker in your area who is a CCIM is simple. Go to www.ccim.com and click the “Networking tab” then click “Find a CCIM.”

…Or you can simply contact Omni Realty Group. Owner, Mike Kushner has earned his CCIM and exemplifies these five valuable assets of working with a CCIM with every client!

Do you have any other questions about the CCIM designation or how it differentiates real estate brokers? Join in the conversation by commenting below!

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The Vision Behind Omni Realty Group – Q&A with Owner, Mike Kushner

Posted on May 15, 2015 by mike.kushner in About Us, Blog No Comments

Mike Kushner, owner of Omni Realty Group

Every business first begins with a person and a vision and Omni Realty Group is no exception to this rule. Mike Kushner, owner of Omni, began this commercial real estate business with a passion for helping fellow business owners find the ideal locations to grow successfully.

We have shared the story behind Omni Realty, but we haven’t yet fully shared Mike’s background and story. To understand the inspiration that fuels Omni day in and day out, you must first get to know Mike. Let’s take a look at a fun and personal Q&A with the owner of Omni who gave the business its vision and purpose.

Q: As a child, what did you think you wanted to be when you grew up and how has this tied into your career in commercial real estate?

Mike: I don’t think you can lay out a path in life to get exactly where you want to go. A lot of it happens by accident or circumstance. I was always entrepreneurial as a child, starting with a paper route, raking leaves and shoveling snow for neighbors. In my early teen years, my older brother had a landscape business and I worked for him. It was hard work, and along with my parents, this instilled in me a strong work ethic. Each of these early work experiences taught me to do every job, no matter how small or menial, to the best of my ability which is something I absolutely carry with me in my commercial real estate business.

Q: Did you have a mentor or someone who inspired you to pursue commercial real estate?

Mike: My older brother was an early pioneer in the redevelopment of Midtown Harrisburg (Pennsylvania). He was rehabbing properties in the city in the early 1980’s when the area was best known for crime, drugs and prostitution. It was his vision, entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic that inspired my interest in commercial real estate.

Q: What have been some of the highlights throughout your career in commercial real estate?

Mike: Looking at just the numbers, I have been directly responsible for the successful repositioning and redevelopment of over 500 apartment units and 8 million square feet of retail, office, industrial, and residential product in Central Pennsylvania. I have also consummated lease and sales transactions in excess of $100 million. While these are certainly “highlights,” I would say the most rewarding parts of my career have come from the repositioning and redevelopment of functionally obsolete and distressed real estate. It is amazing the impact a revival of a certain part of a city can have on the whole community. I enjoy helping people and real estate is my means of doing this.

Q: Is there a special meaning behind the word “Omni” or a reason why you chose this for your business name?

Mike: Wikipedia defines Omni as a Latin prefix meaning “all” or “every.” When I was considering various names for my company the Omni moniker defined my commitment to represent “ALL” tenants and buyers in finding solutions to meet their real estate needs.

Q: Besides commercial real estate, what are some other passions and interests you have?

Mike: For me, it’s all about keeping things in perspective and focusing on maintaining a true work-life balance. Zig Zigler once said, “I believe that being successful means having a balance of success stories across the many areas of your life.” You can’t truly be considered successful in your business life if your home life is in shambles.

I try to order my life – God, Family, Work. I serve on the Board of Trustees at the Janus School. The school’s mission is to help individuals with learning differences access their potential by providing excellence in education, research and community outreach. I also serve on the Board of Sierra Leone Missions and Development – an organization dedicated to bring hope, help and healing to the people of Sierra Leone.

Q: What quote or saying inspires you?

Mike: “Luck is when preparation meets opportunity.” I love this outlook because simply waiting for the right opportunity to present itself is not enough. You must also constantly work to prepare yourself to seize this opportunity to the best of your ability.

What other questions for you have for Omni Realty Group’s owner, Mike Kushner? Share your thoughts by commenting below and Mike will personally answer you!

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Success Story: Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence Finds New Space to Transform Work Flow

Posted on October 29, 2014 by mike.kushner in About Us, Blog, Community, Local Market, Success Stories No Comments

Every day I work exclusively with different businesses and organizations to help them improve their efficiency and work flow by finding an office space that better meets their needs – and budget. It’s worth taking a moment to reflect on some of the success stories of my clients and the difference their new work environment has made for their organization as a whole.

This month, let’s look at the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence and how their change in office space has improved their ability to better serve their constituents. Peg Dierkers, PCADV’s Executive Director, was kind enough to offer some insight into her experience working with Omni Realty Group and the comparison between her old office space versus her new location.

But first, some Background…

The mission of the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) is to eliminate personal and institutional violence against women through programs providing support and safety to battered women, direct services, public information and education, systems advocacy and social change activities. This honorable organization has helped hundreds of local women escape violence and improve their quality of life.

PCADV’s old office was located in the Gateway Corporate Center on Route 22 and was originally flex space that had been converted into office space. It was easy to see that the industrial space was not made for an office environment. It was a maze of space that limited workflow and segmented staff, not to mention its inefficient use of energy that raised heating and cooling costs.

Fortunately, I was connected with PCADV and was excited to jump right in to help solve the problem.

Finding a new “home”

“Mike took special care to first understand our organization,” said Peg Dierkers, Executive Director. “He wanted to know about our company culture, workspace needs, where employees were commuting from and also considered our desire to stay easily accessible to people who need our services.”

Finding the right workspace for a business or organization is about so much more than simply square feet. There are countless options that can accommodate size, but what you really need to consider when choosing the perfect office space for your business are the various things that contribute to your efficiency, functionality and ultimately your culture.

I identified a variety of spaces well-suited to PCADV’s unique needs and toured each space, offering expert advice on both the benefits and limitations to consider. When the ideal space was identified, I then negotiated hard for a good deal and provided market research for comparison. I also negotiated a detailed work letter with the landlord on behalf of PCADV to ensure the space would be customized to fit their needs.

The result

It took about one year from the time we began looking for new space to move-in, but the process was certainly worth it! PCADV’s new “home” is located at 3605 Vartan Way, Suite 101, Harrisburg, PA 17110 and the staff couldn’t be happier. They have been able to update and modernize nearly everything – even including their IT infrastructure. The space is much more communal and promotes cross-collaboration among employees. Most importantly, especially for a non-profit, is that the new lease is saving PCADV a ton of money which is more resources they can put back into the community.

This was Peg’s first time working with a commercial broker that is exclusively tenant rep/buyer agent and the experience is one she will always remember. Her biggest piece of advice for any other business seeking new office space is, “Never go it alone! Omni is a built-in expert consultant that can proactively eliminate problems and increase the value of the space you select.” Identifying the right space and negotiating a favorable lease enabled PCADV to move to the space they are in today.

The view of PCADV’s new office space via Google Maps.

The view of PCADV’s new office space via Google Earth.

Are you a business or organization looking to expand into a bigger commercial office space? I can help match you with the perfect location just as I did for PCADV. Contact me today for a free lease review and office space assessment!

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The Story Behind Our Passion: Why We Chose to Exclusively Represent Tenants and Buyers

Posted on August 27, 2014 by mike.kushner in About Us, Blog No Comments

At Omni Realty Group, I take great pride in being Central Pennsylvania’s only exclusive tenant rep/buyer agency firm. I carefully chose this specialization because of my passion for educating and representing business owners to ensure they receive a fair deal from their seller or landlord.

As fellow local real estate agent, Bill Gladstone, owner of Bill Gladstone Group, NAI CIR says, “In today’s world of discovery and specialization, generalists are falling by the wayside in all industries.” We embrace this same mindset which is why we purposely selected to only work with tenants and buyers in the commercial real estate market.

As the owner of Omni Realty Group, I have been exclusively practicing Tenant Rep/Buyer Agency since 1998, when I first established the company. Prior to forming Omni Realty Group, I worked as a traditional commercial agent. My 28 years of experience extends across all real estate sectors including, Office, Industrial, Retail, and Multifamily. In addition, I have also developed office, retail and multi-family projects.

“It is hard to be both a landlord’s seller’s as well as a tenant’s buyer’s broker and do both well,” says Gladstone. “The day of trying to be all things to all people just doesn’t work.”

Being a Tenant Rep/Buyer Agency firm provides me with an opportunity to better serve my clients by getting to know them and their businesses on a more personal level. I must have a detailed understanding of their business operation, financial position and their risk profile to negotiate the most favorable terms on their behalf. This information is extremely confidential, so I work hard to develop a deep level of trust with each and every client.

The clients I serve are any individual or business entity that is involved with commercial real estate. This includes people who are looking to relocate or establish a new location, re-negotiate their current lease or invest in commercial real estate.

As I look to the future, my main goal remains the same – to educate business owners, facility managers and investors about tenant representation/buyer agency. Many people are unaware that they need representation just as a landlord or seller has representation. There is also a common misunderstanding about Pennsylvania real estate agency law and how it authorizes the types of business relationships that a real estate agent can have with a consumer.

Unless you have a tenant representation/buyer agency agreement with your agent, he or she is not exclusively representing you and does not have a legal obligation to represent your interests. My exclusivity as a tenant rep/buyer agency allows me to avoid the inherent conflict of interest that exists when an agent represents both the tenant/buyer and landlord/seller.

One final thought from Bill Gladstone says, “The sooner you discover your niche the sooner you will define the added value you bring to your clients.” My niche is advocating for the best interests of tenants and buyers. I am fortunate to have discovered this passion and to fully embrace it as the focus of my day to day work. Doing so allows me to provide the highest level of service, loyalty and confidence to each and every client.

What else would you like to know about Omni Realty Group? Just ask me and I am happy to answer!

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Why Omni is Central PA’s Only Exclusive Tenant Rep/Buyer Agency Firm

Posted on April 24, 2014 by mike.kushner in About Us, Blog, Tenant Representative/Buyer Agent No Comments

A broker is a broker, right? This is the general perception among the vast majority of businesses. However, this lack of understanding of the different types of real estate brokers can prove to be a very costly oversight when buying or leasing commercial property.

Just as doctors and lawyers have certain areas within their field in which they specialize, so do brokers. And this specialization can have a big impact on your business’ negotiation for commercial real estate.

So what are these different specialties? One of the most distinguishable differences between brokers is who they represent – the tenants and buyers or the landlords and developers.

Tenant Representation and Buyer Agency are interchangeable terms that refer to an arrangement in which a real estate agent works on behalf of the tenant or buyer. Pennsylvania law states that, without any other agreement, real estate agents work for the landlord or owner. Some firms will offer tenant representation while also representing landlords and developers, which creates a conflict of interest.

With Omni Realty Group, I have selectively chosen to be Central Pennsylvania’s only exclusive Tenant Rep/Buyer Agency Firm to avoid this conflict of interest and to better serve the interests of my tenant and buyer clients. I believe that commercial real estate tenants and buyers should receive unbiased advice, up-to-the-minute market information and aggressive representation in negotiations. And the only way to offer this level of service is to focus solely on the unique interests of the tenants and buyers.

In fact, it is my steadfast policy to never represent landlords or owners. This eliminates any conflict that can result from trying to represent the interests of both sides. It also ensures that my loyalties lie solely with our tenant /buyer clients. This approach, combined with my extensive experience, proven expertise and dedication to client service, sets Omni apart from other brokerages.

Today, business owners and managers understand the compelling “no conflict of interest” business model of Tenant Representation and Buyer Agency. More businesses are seeking firms that specialize in this niche of the commercial real estate industry to add greater value and to establish on-going client-service provider relationships. When working with a Tenant Rep or Buyer Agent, a business searching for a property to lease or buy is not at risk of their broker attempting to focus special effort on his or her own listings.

Given this specialty, one common question is “Who pays the broker?” In most cases, these services are free of charge because they are paid for by the landlord or seller. An even greater benefit is the peace of mind that since a Tenant Rep/Buyer Agent only represents tenants/buyers, the organizations that hire them don’t have to be concerned with the broker balancing between the obligations it has with its tenant/buyer clients and its landlord/owner clients.

Have you ever worked with a Tenant Rep/Buyer Agent? Do you need additional clarification as to their services and benefits? Share your comments and questions in the space below!

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Exciting Things to Come in 2012

Posted on January 4, 2012 by mike.kushner in About Us No Comments

Out with the old… in with news! Yes, news! Omni Realty Group is excited to share some exciting changes for 2012.

But first, we would like to invite you to join us on Twitter by clicking this link! Here’s an example of some of our top tweets the past few weeks.

365 days a year Landlords negotiate leases. How often do you? http://bit.ly/365daysperyr
#Co-working provides a refreshing alternative for independent professionals http://bit.ly/coworkblog
Did you know? Tenant rep services are paid by the Landlord. #cre
Do you know the greenest team in the #NFL? The answer: The #Eagles – Read more! http://bit.ly/bizbucks
The Coveted #CCIM Designation http://bit.ly/ccimre

This month, our blog series will be about ‘going green.’ We’ll interview engineers, architects, HVAC experts, commercial cleaning and recycling professionals as well as feature some local businesses that were able to use state grant funds for better efficiency.

And finally, we’ll launch a NEW WEBSITE on March 1!

Looks like 2012 is shaping up to be a time for great change and renewal! Happy New Year!

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Requirements for the CCIM Designation

Posted on September 21, 2011 by mike.kushner in About Us, Commercial Real Estate, Office Leasing No Comments

In our blog last week, we revealed that Mike will be taking the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) exam.

We thought it might be helpful to share with you the requirement s to earn the coveted CCIM designation.

In short, candidates are required to:

Join the CCIM Institute as an Institute Member
Successfully complete the required and elective coursework
Submit a portfolio of qualifying experience
Pass the proficiency exam

After applying for membership, the candidate will need to complete the required coursework, which includes 184 hours; each required course is 40 hours (each elective is eight hours in length) and negotiation training hours of classroom instruction including: four courses in commercial real estate practice and investment, an online ethics course, eight hours of negotiations training, and two elective courses.

Another requirement is the submission of a portfolio of qualifying experience, which demonstrates the depth of the candidates’ commercial real estate experience.

Candidates must document the following:

One or more qualifying activities totaling a minimum of $30 million, (This option will be eliminated effective December 31, 2011). OR;
Exactly 10 qualifying activities that must total $5 million or more, OR;
In the event you’re not able to provide 10 qualifying activities that total $5 million or more, you must submit 20 qualifying activities without regard to total volume.

Finally, a candidate will need to pass the comprehensive “final exam,” which will test his or her knowledge of the CCIM skills learned in the required courses.

Mike will take his exam in October, which will enable him to join the 9,000 elite members who have already earned the CCIM designation.

Click here for more information about the CCIM designation requirements.

Share with us what goals you are working toward?

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Mike Kushner to Earn the Coveted CCIM Designation

Posted on September 14, 2011 by mike.kushner in About Us No Comments

Calvin Coolidge said, “All growth depends upon activity. There is no development physically or intellectually without effort, and effort means work.”

Coolidge knew that in order to stay ahead of the curve, it is critical that we continue to learn and grow; and, further, avoid becoming complacent.

The strife for constant improvement is especially critical in this time of market uncertainty. Fortunately, Omni Realty understands the importance of seizing opportunities for growth and education. We are proud to announce that Mike Kushner will take his exam for the CCIM designation next month – having completed all the other requirements including coursework, portfolio, recommendations from clients, other CCIM members and the CCIM Chapter Representative.

CCIM stands for Certified Commercial Investment Member. The CCIM designation provides global recognition and leadership in commercial and investment real estate education and services. CCIM members are part of a knowledgeable group of real estate professionals who look to further their business practices through education, networking, and ethical conduct. A CCIM is the hallmark of competency, affording members an undisputed competitive advantage and the highest standard of credibility.

There are numerous advantages to having a CCIM represent you in a commercial real estate transaction. Among other attributes, a CCIM is:

Knowledgeable in theory and application
Equipped with industry-leading technology
Connected to a global membership network
Ethical and committed to upholding the prestige of the CCIM designation
Equipped with the latest news and information
Dedicated to serving clients

The CCIM designation belongs to only 9,000 elite members who have earned the professional designation awarded by the CCIM Institute. There are approximately 10,000 candidates currently pursuing the designation.

In a message to CCIM candidates and members last week, 2011 CCIM President Frank Simpson said, “I feel grateful to be part of an international network of proven professionals who bring an exceptional level of real-world experience, market knowledge and negotiation skills to each client assignment.”

As Coolidge said, growth depends on activity which is dependent upon effort… and effort means work. Who’s working hard for you?

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