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Actionable entertainment, strategy, & insights from (and for) the world’s best real estate professionals
SubscribeLaunched in January 2018, The Close is a one-of-a-kind real estate website designed to give agents, teams, and brokerages actionable, strategic insight from our seasoned industry professionals and researchers. We cover real estate marketing, business development, lead generation, technology, and team-building strategies from the perspective of working agents and brokers who want to take their businesses to the next level.
We also strive to bring you the best insights from other disciplines, including cutting-edge psychology, business & marketing strategy, design, and disruptive technology. All for free—all to help you close more and close better.
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Our Team
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Matthew AvilaContent Editor
Close StaffMatthew Avila is a content editor for The Close and FitSmallBusiness.com. He started his career as an HR professional in 2016, and then switched tracks into content creation in 2019, pouring his creative juices into writing and editing for various clients in various industries.
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Jolina Avila
Senior Content Editor
Close StaffJolina Avila is a Senior Content Editor focusing on small business accounting, financing, banking, real estate, and insurance.
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Ysabel Garcia
Content Editor
Close StaffYsabel Garcia specializes in crafting compelling, engaging, and informative material that resonates with readers.Her diverse background includes everything from industry analyses for loan credit packages to scripts for visual novels and video games, demonstrating a keen ability to adapt style and tone to suit each project's unique requirements.
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Andrew Wan
Licensed Broker
Licensed BrokerAndrew Wan is a staff writer for The Close and Fit Small Business, specializing in Small Business Finance.
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Julia Del Rosario
Real Estate Staff Writer
Close StaffJulia is a staff writer, researcher, and expert in real estate education, marketing, and lead generation.
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Manique Santos
Community Engagement Specialist
Close StaffManique is The Close’s Community Engagement Specialist. She swiftly addresses reader inquiries, concerns, and feedback across The Close’s social media platforms and email accounts. She aims to provide prompt and effective solutions that enhance overall reader satisfaction. She leverages social media channels to address issues and proactively engage with The Close’s readers, turning interactions into opportunities for brand advocacy.
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Nico Cabasi
WordPress Specialist
Close StaffNico is a multi-talented tech geek with expertise in computer engineering, graphic design, and web development.
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Hesed Joy Cabrera
Social Media Specialist
Close StaffHesed, The Close's Social Media Specialist, supports and executes the company's social media strategy. She drives customer engagement, builds brand awareness, and enhances marketing efforts by creating eye-catching graphics and visuals, crafting engaging copies, and meticulously scheduling social media content across The Close's social media platforms.
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Gina Baker
Licensed Real EstateAgent
Licensed AgentWith real estate licenses in New York and New Jersey, and a background in content strategy, writing and editing, Gina combines her knowledge of real estate and writing to educate agents and brokers.
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Melanie Patterson
Licensed Real EstateAgent
Licensed AgentMelanie Patterson is the outgoing editor for The Close and a seasoned real estate professional with over 30 years of experience. Melanie has a diverse background in real estate sales, marketing, property management, and residential real estate investing.
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Brittany Wrenn
Real Estate Writer & Licensed Agent
Licensed AgentBrittany is a licensed real estate agent in Illinois with over 12 years of experience in the industry. She uses her sales, marketing, and business development background to educate agents and help them find sustainable ways to build their businesses.
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Nathan Weller
Insurance Staff Writer
AuthorNathan Weller is a subject matter expert focusing on commercial insurance.
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Luke Acree
President at ReminderMedia
AuthorLuke Acree is an authority on leadership, a lead generation specialist, and a referral expert who passionately believes that businesses run on relationships.
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Aloun Khountham
Real Estate Writer
AuthorAloun Khountham is a freelance real estate contributor for The Close. With over five years of experience as a real estate operations executive at a growing brokerage in New York City, she brings a wealth of industry knowledge. As a licensed real estate agent, her expertise spans the entire process, from lead generation to deal closures and beyond.
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Kaylee V. Sanchez
Real Estate Freelance Contributor
AuthorKaylee Strozyk is a freelance real estate contributor for The Close and Fit Small Business. Her real estate experience includes investing and flipping properties, and she also works closely with real estate agents and brokerages to grow their businesses through strategic online marketing and education.
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Shannon Sharpe
Real Estate Freelance Contributor
Licensed BrokerShannon is a multi-state licensed real estate broker with offices in North Carolina. She is a real estate subject matter expert, specializing in creating real estate content that empowers individuals at all stages of their real estate journey. Licensed in eight states, her strength lies not just in her expertise, but in her proven ability to translate it into actionable knowledge. She is committed to promoting a real estate educational content where everyone can learn and grow together.
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Sean MoudryReal Estate Broker, Close Contributor
Licensed BrokerSean Moudry has been featured in REALTOR Magazine 30 Under 30. As the CEO of a real estate market center, Sean recruited over 115 agents in a single year.
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Jodie Cordell
Licensed Agent & CE Instructor
Licensed AgentAs a licensed real estate agent in Florida, Jodie built a successful real estate business by combining her real estate knowledge, copywriting, and digital marketing expertise.
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