JACK CODEN - As mega-agent and as the head of The Jack Coden Group, Jack Coden has ranked # 1 (number 1) , among all agents and brokerage companies in Miami Beach and Miami for 2011 in number of properties sold. He is most proud of the fact that as published in the Wall Street Journal in October 2011 of the top 1,000 real estate agents in the United States, he placed number 231 in number of sales for 2010. He has won many awards over the years but is most proud of winning the Keller Williams Realty double platinum award 4 years in a row (competing with 700 branches and 80,000 agents), as well as the "mega agent of the year“ award from the Sun Post publication companies, 3 years in a row. As one of Miami’s few mega agents (selling over $30 million dollars worth of property each year), Jack brings a deep passion to real estate rarely found in any profession. Jack offers his clients top-of-the-line service as well as a deep level of expertise in all markets and areas of the city. No matter what the budget, Jack believes that the level of service must equal the platinum standard. It is difficult to find a neighborhood or building that Jack has not sold property in. His expertise is unmatched.
Jack’s real estate career has been built on a strong foundation of many years in banking and finance in his home town of New York City. Having come to the magic city in 1979, Jack fell in love and adopted Miami as his new hometown. He then began helping others find their dream home and enjoy his tropical paradise.
Jack has built his business into a nationally ranked success and has ranked as high as number 54 in sales, out of 80,000 Keller Williams agents in the entire United States, and number one in South Florida (note: Keller Williams Realty is now the second largest real estate company in the United States). And number 231 out of all real estate agents in all companies in the United States.
He has also carefully handpicked and trained a highly skilled team of real estate experts to satisfy all the real estate needs a client may have, whether in listing properties, purchasing a home, condominium, townhouse, commercial building, business, land to develop, farm, hotel or restaurant. Whether you are looking for a $5 million waterfront home, or a short sale or foreclosure, a vacation home, or your homestead, whether you are a first time home buyer, or a seasoned investor, Jack Coden will be with you every step of the way and will not rest until he is your realtor for life!
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JANE BUFFINGTON - A native of the coast of Southeast Georgia, Jane was seeking a metropolitan/cosmopolitan beach community rich in cultural assets and diversity when she visited Miami in 1997 and decided to make it her home. Her introduction to real estate came while serving for nearly six years as the executive assistant and commercial property manager for one of Miami's most notable pioneers and restaurateurs, Mark Soyka. It was in this position that Jane realized her passion for real estate and she decided to make it her full time career.
For nearly 7 years, Jane has proudly been an integral part of one Florida's top producing Keller Williams teams, The Jack Coden Group. Jane's commitment to her clients, her professional integrity and the absolute pleasure she finds in being in the real estate business are part of her formula for success. "I believe in this marketplace, in the quality of life that Miami has to offer, and in conducting my business with the utmost integrity and enjoyment".
Education & Work Experience - Jane has a strong background in accounting, though undegreed, course work in accounting and many years of work experience in the field have afforded her a broad skill set. Jane also has several years experience in commercial leasing, property management and development. Jane's business and real estate experience, along with her drive, create an ideal candidate to assist you with your real estate needs.
MELISSA DELISLE - Melissa is as close to a Miami native as you will find. She was raised in Miami Shores and has made Miami Beach her home for the past 15 years, where she is currently raising a family. Her background in advertising and marketing, at one of the best agencies in the country, coupled with lifelong local business and personal connections, can provide any buyer or seller with a greater insight to this market. She works tirelessly to develop the perfect “pitch” to get your house sold. By using a lifelong resident like Melissa for your real estate needs, you will know what is going on in the market on both the buyers and sellers side. Melissa is very active in the community, and is a member of the local PTA for two schools in Miami Beach.
DANA O'HARA SMITH - Dana moved to Miami in 1974 from Southern California. A 37 year resident of Miami, she knows this town inside and out. She began her real estate career in 1999 as an Appraiser, and has since then appraised over 4000 properties in Miami-Dade County. Only recently has she decided to focus on becoming a Real Estate Agent. She had a wonderful opportunity to become part of the Jack Coden Group.
Dana is a State Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser, and in addition is a registered Agent for property tax appeals with Miami-Dade County. She is a graduate in Fine Arts from the University of Florida in Gainesville.
SHULI STOCK – Shuli, who grew up in Miami Beach and Northeast Miami has long had a love for the distinctive and eclectic charm of South Florida properties. She says that when other folks went to the beach or the mall she went to open houses and boasts of having seen thousands of homes in the Northeast and on the Beach over the years. It took the gentle persuasion of Jack Coden to open her eyes and start her on her second career --- finding great homes for our wonderfully diverse buyers. So Shuli jumped at the chance to join the Jack Coden Group, the team that was number 1 in number of sales for 2010 in the Miami area, and number 231 in the entire United States. Her track record proves the old adage that if you love what you do, you will do it well, and Shuli really loves working with buyers!
With her background in Education and Counseling, Shuli brings her insight and great attention to detail to all of her transactions. Be it a studio apartment on the ocean or multi-family income property, or a million dollar home in the water, her clients can count her analytical skills to find them top quality properties at the best possible value. Her commitment to her buyers does not end at the closing table. She is always there to offer help finding a tradesperson, a school, or other community resource. Her buyers know they can turn to her for answers to any real-estate issue long after the deal has been closed.
Shuli is a star buyer agent and has the wonderful ability to match buyers to their perfect dream property every time!
