Agents share joys of the job with Rodrock

William Arthur Ward had much to say about thankfulness, including the beautiful thought that “gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.”

And there’s been much excitement in the real estate realm, as both Rodrock & Associates Realtors and co-op agents alike can attest. In this season of gratitude, we asked folks to share what they’re thankful for — and in the process, highlight all the joys of the job.

▪  “I’m so thankful that Rodrock Development brings in quality builders, like Chris George Homes. I know my buyers are getting a competitively priced home and a quality build in the best Olathe areas. Building a new home is no easy task, and it’s priceless when a builder gets the job done on time and the customer is happy! Thank you Rodrock Development and Chris George Homes for making this last year in real estate so great!”

— Rachelle Moley, ReeceNichols

▪  “I’m grateful for the professional community managers who’re available to assist both me and my clients. They make the process much less stressful and are eager to work with me.”

— Chris Collins, Keller Williams

▪  “I’m blessed to work with a wonderful group of people who genuinely care about others. It’s not just about buying a house. It’s about finding a place to live that’s comfortable, safe and friendly. Thanks to everyone who’s made Forest View a great place to call home!”

— Linda Roberts, community manager at Forest View

▪  “I am thankful for Rodrock Development and all of our builders for providing us such a great product to sell. I’m also grateful that we’ve been able to have such a successful spring and fall. Lots of great people have moved in to Stonebridge Park, and you can really feel a sense of community generated by the Moms’ Council, neighborhood bunko games and holiday get-togethers.”

— Julie Parman, community m anager at Stonebridge Park

▪  “I’m thankful for developers like Rodrock Development that have been partners in the K.C. community for such a long time and value the neighborhoods they build, quality of builders they partner with, the relationships they promote with Realtors, and most of all, the care they have for the families who’re building memories in Rodrock neighborhoods. I really do think Kansas City is lucky to have Rodrock Developments in our city.”

— Brett Pickett, Real Estate Consulting, Pickett Property Group

▪  “I’m grateful we now have some inventory for our buyers to choose from. Low inventory has been the biggest challenge I’ve faced in my business over the past year or so. Many builders are now doing a good job of figuring out what buyers want and building great product we can sell. There are some outstanding models that help get buyers excited about moving. Personally, I’m grateful that I get the chance to work with some amazing people and make a big difference in their lives! I feel blessed every single day to have the best job in the world! ”

— Brent Sledd, ReeceNichols

▪  “Forest View is the definition of community. Beautifully designed, skillfully built and continuously engaging all of the residents in activities, Forest View is home. I’m grateful to be a small part of such an amazing new home development that embraces such quality and sense of community.”

— Bruce Stout, community manager at Forest View

▪  “The Grayson Place Moms’ Council is so spirited and fun! In the 20-plus years that I’ve been associated with Rodrock Development, I’ve never experienced such an active group. Roberta Kranz and I are so thankful for Aubree Barbosa and the numerous other volunteers for all that they have done for our community.”

— Mike Slaven, community manager at Grayson Place

▪  “We’re excited that Darol added Arbor Lake to the more than 85 new-home communities he’s developed in Johnson County. We’re grateful for our five new models and 15 homes under construction and the opportunity to work with four award-winning builders and a variety of plans.”

— Roberta Kranz, community manager of Arbor Lake and Grayson Place

▪  “I’m grateful to have met so many wonderful people who call Stonebridge Meadows home. Being here from day one has allowed me to get to know almost everyone as they built or bought homes underway. Our neighbors have welcomed new babies, sent their first to kindergarten, celebrated going from middle school to high school and off to college, moved to be closer to children and grandchildren and many planned their wedding and bought their very first home … so many great memories!”

— Ann Knickrehm, community manager of Stonebridge Meadows and Arbor Lake

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This story was originally published November 20, 2015 at 6:30 PM with the headline "Agents share joys of the job with Rodrock."