The Weichert Family of Companies shattered its all-time annual dollar volume record in 2001, posting $31.7 billion in total company volume, up from $25 billion in 2001. The announcement was made today by James M. Weichert, the company’s founder and president.

“Our sales associates report increases in sales and activity which is a credit to their hard work and the result of the training they receive,” said Weichert.

More people came to Weichert, Realtors in 2001 to benefit from the company’s One Stop Shopping Services, which include assisting the customer to obtain a mortgage, insurance, title insurance and home warranty. Weichert Financial Services, Weichert’s affiliated mortgage company, added the Connections program to its already successful Gold Services program. Connections offers homebuyers the ability to have a number of their pre- and post-closing services established prior to their moving day.

Weichert, Realtors’ 2001 highlights include –

Associates, management and staff joined in the effort of the National Association of Realtors to assist the families of victims of the September 11 tragedy. A total of $500,000 was collected, substantially exceeding expectations.

Major investment in upgrading and renovating dozens of branch offices and administrative facilities.

The launch of Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., the real estate franchising company affiliated with Weichert, Realtors.

e-Learning classes specifically designed for Weichert.

Major enhancements to the company’s internal and external Web sites streamlining information and making access easier for the public, associates and employees.

Collection of more than 30,000 toys, as well as cash, clothing and other necessities during Weichert’s 23rd Annual Toy Drive.

“We had an exceptional year and the company showed strength by everyone coming together,” said Weichert. “We have a strong outlook for the future and are seeing a resurgence in people’s interest in their homes.”

Anyone who has wondered how much his home is worth, may call a local Weichert office, for a free home evaluation or for information on a career in real estate or visit http://www.weichert.com.

Weichert, Realtors, a full-service, family of individually-owned real estate companies, has 8,000 sales associates in 200 offices in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C.

Published: February 13, 2002

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