PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Mike Gallagher
www.mikegallagherteam.com
Integrity, Hard Work, and a Commitment to work with his clients’ best interests in mind, have led to success for Mike Gallagher with Keller Williams Realty Partners, Inc. Beginning his real estate career in the down market of 2011, the Kansas City area native has used his extensive experience in sales and marketing to negotiate win-win deals on residential properties for a growing list of satisfied clients who have become his friends.
While the typical agent, does the “expected” and earns a commission check – Mike and his team do the “Unexpected Extras” that has allowed him to gain customer loyalty and earn life-time advocates for his business. By going above and beyond his customer’s expectations, Mike has been able to have a business where over 85% of his customers come from referrals.
The terms . . . Knowledge / Trust / Negotiation are more than just buzz words with Mike. He is an attentive listener and knows that he has two ears and one mouth for a reason. Buying and selling a home is one of the most stressful and usually one of the largest financial decision a person(s) makes – so Mike listens with empathy to truly understand the unique needs and wants of his clients and assist them with achieving THEIR Goals.
Mike has gained the respect from other agents in the Greater Kansas City marketplace that has resulted in a reputation where other agents are excited to work with him and his team. Mike is licensed in both Kansas and Missouri, but can also refer you to other great agents across the country.
Having lived in Kansas City for over 47 years, Mike is very familiar with the area and has personally witnessed the extensive growth especially in the Johnson County community. Mike is trustworthy – always putting the needs of his clients first; and by being a strong negotiator, it allows them to get great values whether buying or selling a home.
Mike moved to Prairie Village, KS in 1968 when his father was transferred from St. Louis. He is a graduate of Bishop Miege High School in Roeland Park, KS ranking 5th in a class of 227. He graduated from Kansas State University in 1982 with a B.S. in Marketing, earning the Dean’s List three years. He worked in the Insurance Industry for a number of years with both VALIC and The Hartford in the area of Employee Benefits.
Mike has been married for 34 years and has three adult children and one “grand-dog”. He is very involved with his church, having coached the grade school track program and is a past Grand Knight of the Holy Spirit Knights of Columbus. He also served as the President of his local Home Owner’s Association. He enjoys watching sports of all kinds, but especially The Royals, Chiefs, and K-State. Mike loves his large family as he is one of 27 first cousins - with one who recently served as the U.S. Ambassador to Ireland. His wife Beth (Johnson) is from Lawrence, KS and they have 30 nieces/nephews on that side of the family. Mike and Beth love to entertain and smoke BBQ for their family and friends, highlighted by their annual Turkey Fry party on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and St. Patrick’s Day Hoolie in March.
PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE
Five Star Professional conducts market-specific research throughout the U.S. to identify service professionals who demonstrate professional excellence and provide quality services to their clients. The Five Star Real Estate Agent program is the largest and most widely published award program for real estate agents in North America, covering more than 40 major markets. Five Star award winners do not pay a fee to be included in the research or on the final list of award winners.
The Five Star Professional research team contacted thousands of recent homebuyers, consumers and industry leaders to identify Kansas City-area real estate agents who stand out in their industry and community.
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