Date
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
8:00PM-9:00PM
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Now You Know: Residential Real Estate Sales During and After a Pandemic
Please join UJA and the Jewish Foundation of Greater Toronto as we present an esteemed panel of experts in the residential real estate industry to discuss what they’ve seen since the pandemic began, what they expect to see moving forward and answer to questions like “buy or sell now?”
Speakers:
Alex Pilarski, Broker/Owner, RE/MAX Realtron Realty Inc. Brokerage
Barry Cohen, Broker, Barry Cohen Homes
Stephanie Pilarski, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Realtron Realty Inc. Brokerage
Moderator:
Jesse Abrams, Founder and CEO of Homewise
Please register for this webinar by 4:00 PM on June 23rd
For more information about this webinar, please contact Jennifer Apple at [email protected]
SPEAKERS
Alex Pilarski, Broker/Owner, RE/MAX Realtron Realty Inc. Brokerage
While studying for a Science degree, Alex was introduced to the world of real estate in 1972 and it was love at first sight! His career objectives changed overnight but he continued with his course of studies and graduated from York University the following year with a B.Sc. degree. In 1974 he received his broker’s license and opened up Alex Pilarski Real Estate, becoming one of the youngest real estate brokers in Canada.
While youth and exuberance are admirable qualities, there was still a lot of experience to be learned and so he gave up his brokerage and joined one of Canada’s premier real estate companies as a manager in 1979. Under his management, his branch rose to become the #1 branch in Canada.
In 1985 he co-founded RE/MAX Realtron with his brother Richard. Together they have been awarded many top honors within the RE/MAX system, including Multiple Office Brokers of the Year, #1 RE/MAX in the world in 2012 (most transactions), International Broker Owners of the Year as well as the Prestigious Distinguished Service Award.
Alex has served on many committees of the Toronto Real Estate Board, including Ethics, Arbitration, MLS as well as the Vice Chairman of the Ethics Committee.
Along with the duties of managing corporate RE/MAX Realtron, he coaches the sales associates to the next level of their career and is a certified mentor with Buffini and Company as well as Rich Robbins International.
Alex is an avid athlete enjoying golf, tennis, basketball, and skiing.
Barry Cohen, Broker, Barry Cohen Homes
A legend in Canadian Real Estate, Barry Cohen holds a position at the very top of the industry. Barry is renowned among colleagues, clients and media alike for his expertise, integrity and intellectual horsepower. With over thirty years of real estate experience, Barry faithfully serves his clientele in the luxury markets of the Greater Toronto Area. Having facilitated more than $5 billion in real estate transactions, no one has sold more luxury homes in Toronto in the last decade. Barry is both nationally and internationally recognized for his sales achievements and has a reputation as one of the most trusted and admired agents in the Toronto real estate market. When you choose to work with Barry, you can count on nothing less than an executive staff of seasoned professionals with an intimate knowledge of Toronto Luxury, all devoted to serving your needs around the clock.
Barry believes that in order to succeed in the long run, there are some things you cannot compromise. Genuine care, attention to detail, market expertise, innovative marketing strategies and above all, a mastery of the art of negotiation.
This combination of foundational strengths and constant innovation has led Barry to achieve a long list of accolades. He has been named Remax’s #1 agent time and time again in the last decade, and he’s one of a small elite few to hold the company’s Luminary of Distinction Award, which has been awarded to only 50 agents of the network’s 100,000 plus. Barry being one of the first inductees.
In addition to industry recognition, Barry is often called on by the press, consulting regularly for news media such as the Business News Network, the National Post, the Globe & Mail and CTV.
Asked what keeps him fresh on the job every day, Barry says he simply enjoys the day to day challenges. “I like meeting new people, I value long-term relationships, and there is never a dull moment as this business helps me bring my love of people and architecture together beautifully.
To remain future focused, Barry participates in both Canadian and International Mastermind Groups that focus on evolving client needs and innovation in the field.
Stephanie Pilarski, Broker of Record, BBA, Re/max Realtron Pilarski Realty Inc., Brokerage
Stephanie is an award-winning Realtor specializing in York Region residential real estate. She is a graduate of the Schulich School of Business with a major in Marketing and real estate. Stephanie prides herself on offering superior customer service in order to create lasting relationships. She is a recipient of the Re/max Hall of Fame Award for outstanding sales achievement.
MODERATOR
Jesse Abrams, Founder and CEO of Homewise
Jesse is the Co-Founder and CEO of Homewise, a technology startup that automates the residential mortgage process online for home buyers and owners across Canada. Homewise has a simple online application, then uses data intelligence to match and secure clients with their best mortgage from over 30 banks and lenders.
Prior to Homewise, Jesse had executive and management roles in the technology space, working in digital advertising, marketing and data.
Jesse was recently distinguished by the American Marketing Association Hall of Legends as one of Canada's top 5 "Marketers on the Rise" and by Marketing Magazine as a "Top 30 Under 30" Marketer in Canada. Jesse is also passionate about charity co-founding two fundraisers that have raised $2 million over the last 10 years. One fundraiser was in support of the Reena Foundation in partnership with the UJA (The Joel Schwartz Memorial Hockey Tournament) and the other for Mount Sinai Hospital (Serving for Sinai).