As proud residents of the Kansas City area, Brinton Realty bring years of local experience to every real estate transaction. Whether you’re buying a new property, selling an old one, or looking for a solid real estate investment, we’ll share a wealth of knowledge on the local market, and quickly help find the deal best suited to your needs. We specialize in a variety of real estate areas, including home building, residential development, property management, restoration, and remodeling.

Brinton Realty comes from a long line of real estate families stretching back five generations. Real estate is our family business, and we do it very well, but experience in other industries has helped make us even more effective. Our Greater Kansas City Area Realtor® team members have had additional careers in marketing, lending, teaching, and home construction.

• Buying a home? We will listen carefully to your needs. Your total satisfaction is our number one priority.
• Selling a home? We will sell your home for top market value and in a timely manner. Our marketing strategies will give you a distinct advantage.
• Investing in real estate? We can put you in touch with the best deals in this market, and ensure you get the most for your money.
• Relocating? If you are moving to our area, we can assist you in collecting the information you need, and make your transition as smooth as possible. Feel free to contact us for any information.

We have built a reputation for client satisfaction, and are devoted to meeting and exceeding your expectations. We look forward to working with you! Contact us anytime for professional Kansas City Realtor® assistance with your next real estate transaction.

Contact:

Office: 514-816-994-9901

Fax: 816-944-9951

Mike Grbic of Coldwell Banker, Stucky & Associates Named One of America’s Top 50 Real Estate Professional Teams in Ranking Sponsored by The Wall Street Journal, Real Trends and Lore Magazine

Mike Grbic, from Wichita, KS, had an impressive 356 transactions in 2007 and is #1 in transaction sides in the Wichita area according to MLS data.

Wichita, KS. Friday, November 7, 2008. Mike Grbic of Coldwell Banker Stucky & Associates was named one of America’s top real estate professional teams by REAL Trends. Mike Grbic Team Realtors is now a member of “The Real Estate Top 200,” a prestigious national awards ranking sponsored annually by The Wall Street Journal, lore magazine and REAL Trends. Grbic is now ranked in the top 1 percent of the more than 1.2 million REALTORS nationwide.

The Real Estate Top 200 rankings were announced this month at the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS’ Annual Conference and Expo in Orlando at a gala awards presentation and dinner.

The Real Estate Top 200 honored the top 50 residential agents and agent teams in four categories:
• Individual Sales Professionals – Transaction sides (in each real estate transaction, there are two sides
that can be represented by a real estate agent: a buyer’s and a seller’s.)
• Individual Sales Professionals – Sales volume
• Team Professionals – Sales Volume
• Team Professionals – Transaction sides

According to The Real Estate Top 200, Grbic had transaction sides totaling 356, ranking 30th in the nation.

“The old saying, ‘the best keep getting better,’ certainly pertains to Grbic’s award-winning productivity and sales in 2007,” said Anne Randolph, publisher of lore Magazine.

“Being named to The Real Estate Top 200 is truly an honor and it is our pleasure to have the opportunity to recognize Grbic’s efforts, which exceeded 99.9 percent of the more than 1.2 million REALTORS nationwide,” said Marti Gallardo, vice president of classified advertising for The Wall Street Journal.

Contact:

Coldwell Banker, Stucky & Associates
7309 E. 21st, Suite 230 / Wichita, KS 67206.
Phone: TOLL FREE (866) 684-0900 Office (316) 684-0000
Fax: (316)684-1108

The mission of The Kansas Real Estate Commission is To protect the public interest, which embraces both the interests of the regulated real estate licensees and the interests of consumers who use their services and products.

The Kansas Real Estate Commission will act in accordance with the highest standards of ethics, accountability, efficiency and openness.

We affirm that safeguarding the public interest in the selling, purchasing and leasing of real estate and developing responsive policies and procedures which are feasible and not unduly burdensome to regulated real estate licensees is a public and private trust. We approach our activities with a deep sense of purpose and responsibility. The public and regulated licensees can be assured of a balanced and sensible approach to regulation.

Vision Statement

To adopt a customer-oriented consciousness within the Kansas Real Estate Commission that will ensure continuous improvement in the quality of service provided and fulfillment of the agency mission.

The KREC Commission Structure

The Commission consists of five members appointed by the Governor: one from each of the four congressional districts and one member at large.

The law provides that at least three members shall have been real estate brokers for five years and at least one member shall have never engaged in business as a real estate broker and shall not be so engaged while serving on the Commission. This combination of industry and public members results in a well rounded, functioning unit.

Each member is appointed for a four-year term. Term expiration dates are staggered, resulting in one appointment each year for three years and two appointments in the fourth year. This ensures some continuity within the Commission.

The Commission appoints a director who is responsible for employing and directing the agency staff and implementing policies set by the Commission.

Commission Meetings

The Commission normally meets on the second Thursday of each month, beginning at 9 a.m., in the Commission office conference room, Three Townsite Plaza, Suite 200, 120 SE Sixth Ave, Topeka. However, if you plan to attend a meeting, please check with the office (785) 296-3411 to be sure the date or location has not been changed.

At a typical meeting, the Commission reviews applications for licensure, complaint reports, course submissions, financial reports, and determines policy. Administrative hearings are conducted during regular Commission meetings. Legislative proposals, regulation amendments, and budget submissions are considered at appropriate times throughout the year.

Meetings of the Commission are open to the public.

Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the Kansas Real Estate Commission is to protect the public interest in the real estate marketplace through the regulation of real estate brokers and salespersons. These responsibilities are carried out through a variety of efforts, which can be divided into three main categories:

Licensing

• Brokers
• Salespersons
• Nonresidents
• Equivalent Requirements

Education

• Broker applicants
• Salesperson applicants
• Continuing education for brokers and salespersons

Enforcement of Law

• Examinations of real estate offices
• Complaint investigations
• Disciplinary actions

KREC STAFF

• Wendy Alkire – Special Investigator – Enforcement – (785) 296-7891
  Wendy investigates complaints and determines whether they fall within the Commission’s jurisdiction. She also answers real estate practice inquiries. She was hired in 2007.

  Brooke Daniels – Administrative Assistant – New Licensing- (785) 296-2424
  Brooke processes license applications and trust account forms. She joined our staff in 2006.

  Jandie Edington – Administrative Assistant – Receptionist – (785) 296-3411
  Jandie updates continuing education records, answers the phone and distributes all incoming mail. She joined our staff in 2008.

  Sandra Lindsay – Administrative Specialist – Renewals- (785) 296-3412
  Sandra enters education and processes renewal applications. She also prepares minutes of the monthly Commission meetings. She was hired in 2002.

  John Palo – Real Estate Specialist/Auditor – (785) 296-3411
  John examines real estate company records in eastern Kansas. He has served in this position since 2004.

  David Pierce – Special Investigator – Enforcement
  David investigates complaints and determines whether they fall within the Commission’s jurisdiction. He has been on staff since 1986.

  Janet Pierce – Senior Administrative Assistant – Accounting – (785) 296-6862
  Janet keeps track of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and answers the phone. She has been with our office since 2004.

  Norma Rolfe – Senior Administrative Assistant – Licensing – (785) 296-3413
  Norma processes license transfers, inactive requests, company changes, and name changes. She was hired in 1996.

  Paul Smeltzer – Real Estate Specialist/Auditor – (785) 296-3411
  Paul examines real estate company records in southern Kansas. He has served in this position since 1995.

  Kelly White – Director of Licensing and Education – (785) 296-2099
  Kelly oversees licensing and education functions. She has been with the agency since 1984.

Address and Directions

• Kansas Real Estate Commission
  Three Townsite Plaza, Ste. 200
  120 SE 6th Ave.
  Topeka, KS 66603-3511

  phone: (785) 296-3411
  fax: (785) 296-1771

  The easiest way to find our office is to park in the Townsite Plaza parking garage. The garage has two parking levels. Look for the building 3 elevator (red door) on either the first or lower parking level. Take the elevator to the second floor. Our office will be on your right as you the exit the elevator. The garage entrance is on 6th, about halfway between Kansas and Quincy. You may also enter the garage from 5th.

  From turnpike (coming to Topeka from the south): Take the first Topeka exit (South Topeka exit). Take the Topeka Blvd. exit immediately on your left. Go north on Topeka Blvd. to 6th, then turn east on 6th. Go 4 and 1/2 blocks and enter garage on the north side of the street

  From I-70 (coming to Topeka from the east): Take the 8th Street exit. Heading north on Madison to 6th, turn west on 6th. Go 2 and 1/2 blocks and enter garage on the north side of the street

  From I-70 (coming to Topeka from the west): Take the 3rd street exit south on Monroe to 6th. Turn west on 6th and go 1 and 1/2 blocks. Enter garage on the north side of the street