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Intero Hong Kong Appoints U.S. Intero Real Estate Services Agents to Assist Investors Visiting Silicon Valley

By Teressa Francis | September 9th, 2011 1 Comment

Agents will attract investors from China and across the Pacific region to U.S. properties

Cupertino, California – (Sept 9, 2011) – Intero Hong Kong has appointed three Realtors from Intero Real Estate Services, corporately owned offices based out of Silicon Valley to be the U.S. contacts for investors from Hong Kong. Guru Toor from Intero Cupertino, Lisa Wendl, and Renuka Ahuja from Intero Los Altos, all are part of the international team and serve as Directors of Marketing and Sales.

“Intero was born in Silicon Valley, which is a crossroads of innovation for the entire Pacific Rim,” said Executive Vice President & Managing Officer of Intero Hong Kong John Thompson. “Guru, Lisa and Renuka’s primary mission is to provide one-stop services for mainland Chinese clients to fulfill their quests and purchase their new homes or investments in the United States.”

A number of Chinese investors are already waiting to take advantage of opportunities in U.S. and Bay Area real estate markets, particularly in California, where many Asians choose to buy given its geographical proximity to Asia, established Chinese community, favorable climate, and economic, educational and work opportunities. The Asia-Pacific region’s economic growth, high real estate prices and rising currencies relative to the U.S. dollar have created a lot of interest in U.S. properties

With Guru, Lisa and Renuka’s business connections and fundamental understanding of what the local Chinese buyers want, together they can attract investors from Hong Kong and across the Pacific region to U.S. properties. They’ll be working in capacity of business director in the areas of sales, marketing and business development. In addition they’ll be working in local marketing, sales, and business development for Far East clients

Guru Toor focuses on real estate investment. With a graduate degree in Management and a Masters in Strategies and Planning, he has a long experience in management and has a desire and penchant for working with international buyers. Currently he is working on a number of projects with international clients.

Lisa Wendel has 20 years experience with real estate investment and financing. She obtained an MBA in Finance from University of Illinois at Chicago and a BS in Economics from Fudan University in Shanghai. Lisa also works with several major U.S. based developers to promote developments in Shanghai.

With roots and past experience in the Silicon Valley tech industry, Renuka Ahuja brings years of experience in buying and selling Real Estate in the Bay area as well as in the luxury home developments. She takes an integrated approach and works diligently hands on selling and buying Real Estate for her clients.

Kenny Lo, General Manager of Intero Hong Kong adds, “I welcome such a high caliber group to join the Intero Hong Kong team. I am very pleased to have the opportunity to work with them closely on projects of Far East origin going forward.”

The continued growth of Asia’s economies, high asset prices, particularly in real estate, and rising currencies relative to the U.S. dollar, have made Asians significant buyers of U.S. real estate. According to The 2011 NAR Profile of International Home Buying Activity, the international market for U.S. residential property approaches $82 billion on an annual basis, of which more than $7 billion comes directly from China. This upward trend is likely to continue this year.

About the Intero® brand

Founded in 2002, Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has quickly become one of the premier real estate brands in the U.S. In 2004, Intero Franchise Services Inc. began franchising and currently is operating in many of the western states. In 2009, Intero International Franchise Services, LLC embarked on developing territories in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The companies are private and headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley.

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Intero Appoints Larry Klapow as Vice President and Managing Officer of Intero San Mateo

By Teressa Francis | August 9th, 2011 0 Comments

Former President of Coldwell Banker’s San Francisco Region joins Intero

CUPERTINO, SILICON VALLEY – August 9, 2011 – Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. announced Larry Klapow as Vice President and Managing Officer of Intero San Mateo.

Over the course of a 19-year career involving Bay Area real estate, Klapow has earned a reputation as a peer, mentor, friend and coach. As a former President of Coldwell Banker’s Residential Brokerage San Francisco Bay Area Region, he was responsible for the development of the company and oversaw 32 offices and a talented team of up to 2,200 real estate professionals.

The last few years Larry has been assisting business owners in growing their companies, training sales staff and coaching and mentoring agents in growing their businesses. He has an expertise in recruiting, building relationships, and developing talents, while establishing accountability. Klapow is extremely effective in challenging environments and economic crises. His accomplishments include the ability to drive positive change, strengthen organizations, enhance productivity and improve financial results.

Prior to being named President in early 2007, Larry was the Senior Vice President and Regional Manager of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage’s San Francisco-Peninsula region and before that he was the Senior Vice President of the Santa Clara County region from 2001-2007.

“We are really excited to have Larry on our team because he has vast knowledge on how real estate works and his ability to lead strategic programs and create reliable processes will be a huge benefit for Intero,” said Gino Blefari, President and CEO of Intero Real Estate Services.

“It is very typical for an executive to interview with many companies to look for the best deal; however I chose to interview with Intero only,” says Klapow. “Intero’s philosophy and values are right in line with my way of thinking.”

Klapow has more than a decade of experience in real estate, finance, technology, and entertainment, developing the strategies that support and achieve business objectives. Through creative campaigns, sharp business decisions, and clear-sighted ability to envision and land new opportunities, Larry motivates people to accomplish goals.

“Finding a great manager to run an office is always a challenge. Why we are so excited about the addition of Larry Klapow to our team is because Larry is not only a manager but an incredible leader, “explains Executive Vice President of Intero Real Estate Services, John Thompson. “His leadership just raised the bar in San Mateo and our entire executive management team due to his experience, wisdom and knowledge of the real estate industry and markets.”

About the Intero® brand

Founded in 2002, Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has quickly become one of the premier real estate brands in the U.S. In 2004, Intero Franchise Services Inc. began franchising and currently is operating in many of the western states. In 2009, Intero International Franchise Services, LLC embarked on developing territories in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The companies are private and headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley.

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Intero Real Estate Services Appoints Charmaine Wang to Director of Sales & Marketing, APAC of Intero Hong Kong

By Teressa Francis | July 7th, 2011 7 Comments

Wang will help attract investors from China and across the Pacific region to U.S. properties

Cupertino, California – (July 7, 2011) – Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has appointed Charmaine Wang to Director of Sales and Marketing, APAC of Intero Hong Kong.

Under the leadership of John Thompson, Executive Vice President & Managing Officer of Intero Hong Kong, Charmaine Wang will bring investors from China and across the Pacific region to U.S. properties.

In addition to her success as a top 5% agent with Intero, Charmaine Wang had a successful career in sales and marketing in various Silicon Valley companies. Ms. Wang was born and raised in Shanghai. She received her BSEE and MBA from Santa Clara University.

After joining Intero, Charmaine serviced Bay Area clients as well as many investors from China with the highest standard. Her deep understanding of Chinese culture and extensive hands-on U.S. real estate practice makes her a welcome figure in representing China investors.

The continued growth of Asia’s economies, high asset prices, particularly in real estate, and rising currencies relative to the US dollar, have made Asians significant buyers of US real estate. According to The 2011 NAR Profile of International Home Buying Activity, the international market for U.S. residential property approaches $82 billion on an annual basis, of which more than $7 billion comes directly from China.

The Intero brand’s strength in the US, particularly in California, where many Asians choose to buy given its geographical proximity to Asia, established Chinese community, favorable climate, and economic, educational and work opportunities, make it the ideal partner to provide quality real estate investment opportunities to China investors.

“Intero was born in Silicon Valley, which is a crossroads of innovation for the entire Pacific Rim,” said Executive Vice President & Managing Officer of Intero Hong Kong John Thompson. “This transition is a natural move for us and one we are uniquely equipped to execute successfully.”

About the Intero® brand

Founded in 2002, Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has quickly become one of the premier real estate brands in the U.S. In 2004, Intero Franchise Services Inc. began franchising and currently is operating in many of the western states. In 2009, Intero International Franchise Services, LLC embarked on developing territories in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The companies are private and headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley.

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Intero expands into the Vietnamese community

By Teressa Francis | June 28th, 2011 5 Comments

Owners of the InteroNha Milpitas office, Dylan Nguyen and Steven Tran, opened a new commercial retail development, Vietnam Town, the largest Vietnamese Plaza in California. A grand opening event was held on June 18, 2011.

Dylan and Steven also plan to expand InteroNha Milpitas in the coming months to a second office, Intero Vietnam Town, which will be located within Vietnam Town at 909-990 Story Road in San Jose, CA. This office will be a state-of-the-art commercial business model, that will cater to an Asian market.

The Vietnam Town plaza grand opening had a variety of food, games for kids, jumpers, a dunking tank, lion dance and live entertainment. There were also many booths set up to support the community such as City programs for first time Home Buyers, NSP, HAFA, Home Path, Credit Consultant, Residential, Commercial Lenders, Attorney, and much more. President, Founder and CEO of Intero Real Estate Services, Gino Blefari, gave a speech and expressed the excitement about exposing this Intero Vietnam Town project and its future to all of Intero and their clients as well as the Vietnamese community.

We would like to share the event’s success with you! Check out photos from the event below!


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Grand Opening of New Innovative Office: Intero Folsom Lake

By Teressa Francis | June 21st, 2011 2 Comments

Announcing the opening of an Intero Real Estate Services franchise office in Folsom, CA

SILICON VALLEY, CA – June 21, 2011 – David Bicknell along with business partner and wife, Melisa Bicknell, will have a grand opening of their new Intero Real Estate Services franchise office in Folsom, CA on June 29, 2011.

David Bicknell, broker and owner of the new Intero Folsom Lake explains: “After careful consideration in choosing a brand with which to affiliate ourselves with, the Intero® management team demonstrated a high level of quality leadership, a proper culture of unwavering values and industry leading support in critical areas such as training and marketing.”

“We are pleased to welcome Intero Folsom Lake to the Intero family, a truly innovative organization that is growing while others are shrinking,” said Intero Franchise Services, Inc. President and CEO, Gino Blefari. “This expansion speaks to our commitment to innovate and thrive in an ever-changing business.”

Previously residing in Morgan Hill, within walking distance of the first Intero office, the Bicknell’s had the opportunity to watch the Intero brand grow and become the fastest growing real estate company since its 2002 inception. The outstanding success of the Intero® brand reassured them that opening their own office, Intero Folsom Lake, under a leading U.S. brokerage, will help them grow and innovate in today’s market.

Intero Folsom Lake, a highly visible retail location on the corner of one of the busiest intersections in Folsom, will feature a similar concept of the Intero Andare(sm) design, a smaller technology-rich and more eco-friendly space designed for today’s mobile REALTOR. Some of its unique features will include a flat panel TV to show properties to clients and wireless access. Additionally, the office hosts Short Sale Seminars for the public every other Saturday at 10am, which include business partner resources such as a real estate attorney, CPA and investment specialist.

Intero Folsom Lake will specialize in residential real estate in Sacramento, El Dorado and Placer counties. The location of this office is very convenient, in that this intersection connects El Dorado Hills, Folsom and Granite Bay.

With currently 10 agents on board, David and Melisa plan to grow their office to 40 agents by the end of the year.

David Bicknell spent many years in senior management positions within the consumer electronics industry, including Director of Merchandising and Operations for Fry’s Electronics and President of BlueAnt Wireless, Inc. Melisa Bicknell spent several years in Human Resources and Training with both a mortgage company and a high tech company, and most recently was a Realtor with the Intero office in Gilroy, CA.

Together, David and Melisa have opened the doors to their new real estate office in Folsom, CA and are focused on creating an energetic office with happy and satisfied agents and clients as the end result.

Intero Folsom Lake
1360 E. Natoma St., Suite 130
Folsom, CA 95630
916-303-4545

The Intero Folsom Lake grand opening follows the recent grand opening of Intero San Jose Evergreen Valley, led by Marvin and Denise Morris.

About the Intero® brand

Founded in 2002, Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has quickly become one of the premier real estate brands in the U.S. In 2004, Intero Franchise Services Inc. began franchising and currently is operating in many of the western states. In 2009, Intero International Franchise Services, LLC embarked on developing territories in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The companies are private and headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley.

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Intero Franchise Services, Inc. further expands presence in California

By Teressa Francis | June 16th, 2011 1 Comment

Announcing the Grand Opening of Intero San Jose Evergreen Valley

SILICON VALLEY, CA – June 16, 2011 – Intero Franchise Services, Inc. announced its continued expansion with the grand opening of a new California location: Intero San Jose Evergreen Valley.

On June 16, 2011, a former Windermere Real Estate office located in the Evergreen area of San Jose, California, led by Denise and Marvin Morris, will transition to the Intero brand. The Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting will be at 2pm.

As a Real Estate broker and owner since 1990, Denise has proudly served Santa Clara County and the surrounding areas. During this time, she managed over 100 agents and a Loan Center with 20 agents as a broker and owner of two highly ranked Century 21 Offices. As the owner and broker of the new Intero San Jose Evergreen Valley office, she is committed to her clients and the community she serves.

Denise’s mission is to build a Real Estate relationship with integrity, loyalty, honestly and hard work. She is a highly trusted Real Estate Broker in the community. She can be counted on for enthusiasm and innovative ideas to achieve to help people achieve their goals.

With currently 15 agents on board, Denise Morris along with business partner and husband, Marvin Morris, plan to grow and create an office of agents who work together as a team and who possess the qualities for success.

Intero San Jose Evergreen Valley
2230 Quimby Road
San Jose, CA 95122
408-223-1511

The launch of Intero San Jose Evergreen Valley follows the recent announcements of Intero El Dorado Hills, Intero Rancho Cucamonga and Intero Scottsdale locations.

About the Intero® brand

Founded in 2002, Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has quickly become one of the premier real estate brands in the U.S. In 2004, Intero Franchise Services Inc. began franchising and currently is operating in many of the western states. In 2009, Intero International Franchise Services, LLC embarked on developing territories in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The companies are private and headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley.

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Intero Real Estate Services expands innovative franchise network in California and Arizona

By Teressa Francis | June 13th, 2011 4 Comments

Leading U.S. brokerage announces new offices in El Dorado Hills, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, and Scottsdale, AZ

SILICON VALLEY, CA – June 13, 2011 — Intero Franchise Services, Inc. announced its continued expansion with the launch of Intero Rancho Cucamonga and the upcoming launch of Intero El Dorado Hills at the end of June and Intero Scottsdale later this summer.

The Rancho Cucamonga office will operate under the leadership of co-owners Danny Morel and Omar Morel. With roots in real estate coaching, this brother-team is in alignment with the Intero® coaching program.

“I was impressed with the Intero Provizio education and coaching program. The Intero system will revolutionize the way real estate is done in Rancho Cucamonga,” says Danny Morel, whose focus is to run a traditional real estate office that focuses on training and developing Real Estate Agents.

With currently 15 agents on board, Danny and Omar plan to grow their office to 100 agents by the end of the year.

Launching later this month, the Intero office in downtown El Dorado Hills, founded by Jason Stephens, Steven Rath, and Adam Weiner, will feature the Intero Andare(sm) design. Some of its unique features will include an interactive touch screen window and coffee bar inside.

Other than specializing in residential real estate, Stephens’s aggressive growth plans also include focusing on promoting international investment opportunities such as resorts, hotels, condos, single family homes, and land in Panama, Mexico, Belize, and Ecuador.

Jason Stephens, owner and CEO of Intero El Dorado Hills office, said: “We’re thrilled to become part of the Intero® family, and feel good knowing that we’ll have the technology and expertise needed to win in today’s market.”

Coming soon, the Intero franchise system will include a new office in Scottsdale, Arizona launched by Brandon Moles, nephew of Chairman Robert Moles.

“We are pleased to have Intero El Dorado Hills, Intero Rancho Cucamonga and Intero Scottsdale become part of the Intero® family,” said Intero Real Estate Franchise Services Inc.’s President and CEO Gino Blefari. “We’ve always thought about expansion in terms of the individuals involved, not the geography. We go where we find people who are the right fit for the Intero® brand because they have the same values and believe in the culture we’ve created. All of these leaders embody the Intero culture. With their impeccable credentials, we simply couldn’t pass on the opportunity to further expand in California and Arizona.”

Intero Rancho Cucamonga
10803 Foothill Blvd., Suite 110
Rancho Cucamonga, CA  91730
(909) 900- 5855

Intero El Dorado Hills
5072 Hillsdale Circle #140
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 496-4489

About the Intero® brand

Founded in 2002, Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has quickly become one of the premier real estate brands in the U.S. In 2004, Intero Franchise Services Inc. began franchising and currently is operating in many of the western states. In 2009, Intero International Franchise Services, LLC embarked on developing territories in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The companies are private and headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley.

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Intero collaborates on marketing for Malaysian developers

By Teressa Francis | May 13th, 2011 2 Comments

Leading brokerage company reaches agreement with Metro Homes

Cupertino, California – (May 13, 2011) – Intero International Franchise Services, LLC, announced that is has expanded its network in the Asia-Pacific region through a marketing agreement with Metro Homes, one of the largest estate agency firms in Malaysia with 13 offices throughout the country.

As part of the agreement, Intero will collaborate with Metro Homes to provide investors with knowledge and access to trusted international real estate professionals within the Intero global network. In addition, this agreement will provide a promotional opportunity for developers to advertise to an extremely connected target market. Presently, the Intero global network is comprised of offices throughout the U.S., Hong Kong, Shanghai, the UK and now Malaysia. Joining together, both firms will create a platform to assist clients in the purchase of real estate property.

“This opportunity provides our clientele a simple and trustworthy solution to investing overseas,” says K.L. See, owner of Metro Homes. “Likewise, we are grateful for the chance to showcase attractive property investments in Malaysia to Intero’s international community. Also, with the recent expansion of the Malaysia My Second Home Programme, promoted by the Government of Malaysia, foreigners who fulfill certain criteria, are allowed to stay in Malaysia for as long as possible on a multiple-entry social visit pass.”

Mike Bidwell, CEO of Intero UK explains, “With this alliance between Intero and Metro Homes, UK developers will now have the ability to promote properties in South East Asia.” Property exhibitions in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong have become an increasingly important source of London property buyers according to an article in Property-Report.com, the trusted source for Real Estate news in Asia.

“This collaboration allows us to seek opportunities to expand abroad and represents Intero’s commitment to solidifying a global brand presence, a necessary element to thrive and innovate in a real estate business,” concludes Intero CEO Gino Blefari.

About the Intero® brand

Founded in 2002, Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has quickly become one of the premier real estate brands in the U.S. In 2004, Intero Franchise Services Inc. began franchising and currently is operating in many of the western states. In 2009, Intero International Franchise Services, LLC embarked on developing territories in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The companies are private and headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley.

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Intero Franchise Services, Inc. Executes a Definitive Master Franchise Agreement for the Houston Metropolitan Area

By Teressa Francis | February 24th, 2011 9 Comments

Innovative brokerage company further expands national presence with the opening of the first Intero® Andare(sm) office in Texas

Silicon Valley, CA (February 24, 2011) – Intero Franchise Services, Inc. has signed a master franchise agreement in Texas with Avanti Capital Management (“Avanti”), a real estate investment group operating in the Houston metropolitan area.

Avanti will operate as a master franchise of the Intero Brand with an exclusive territory that encompasses the Houston, Texas metropolitan area. Avanti’s aggressive growth plans include, through an affiliate, opening its first company owned office located in West Ave, this spring. West Ave is a hip luxury urban neighborhood located in the heart of River Oaks. Initial franchise locations are planned in the Katy and Woodlands markets.

“We are honored to align with the Intero family of companies, a premier brand with an amazing story that is rapidly expanding domestically and internationally,” said Avanti CEO and President of Intero Houston, Daniel Ciscomani. “We are excited to introduce a fresh approach into the Houston market with innovative systems, training, technologies, and unmatched executive leadership.”

The Intero office in West Ave will be led by local broker, Katie Maxwell, and will feature the Intero Andare design, a smaller technology-rich and more eco-friendly space designed for today’s mobile REALTOR.

“The economics of a real estate brokerage today are different than a few years ago,” said Tom Tognoli Intero COO. “Ciscomani’s progressive business philosophy coupled with the Intero Andare office model will revolutionize the way real estate is done in Houston.”

Intero President and CEO Gino Blefari added, “Continuing to build on our global presence, this agreement presents an incredible opportunity to further align Intero with internationally recognized U.S. markets.”

The launch of Intero Houston follows the recent announcements of Intero UK, Intero Shanghai and Intero Hong Kong locations.

About the Intero® brand

Founded in 2002, Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has quickly become one of the premier real estate brands in the U.S. In 2004, Intero Franchise Services Inc. began franchising and currently is operating in many of the western states. In 2009, Intero International Franchise Services, LLC embarked on developing territories in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The companies are private and headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley.

About Avanti

Avanti is a Texas based boutique private equity group that represents an exclusive network of domestic and overseas investors who are seeking attractive investment opportunities in real estate.

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