Jennifer Kennedy
Managing Broker | Alberta
Jennifer was born and raised in Edmonton into an entrepreneurial
family. Her grandparents were European immigrants (Greek, Hungarian and German)
who always valued hard work and hanging their own ‘shingle’. Investing in real
estate was always something that was encouraged. “In my teen years for fun I
used to guess the prices of homes on the real estate ads on the back of the
West End Examiner”.
Jennifer learned the value of real estate from watching her
father invest early on into properties with excellent locations and future
returns. “One thing I learned early on was the art of negotiating. Those who
know how to communicate and understand the art of the deal – get those deals –
even the seemingly hardest of deals done.”
Jennifer’s road to real estate took her through university,
with an Arts Degree followed up with a Diploma in Business
Administration/Finance. Jennifer worked in the area of audit for a large
utility company before settling into a similar role and a few large banks. In
2002 Jennifer entered real estate with a large box brand and made an impression
early on. Her business grew to the point of opening her own Brokerage – Kennedy
Real Estate for 10years. In 2020 Jennifer and her husband Sheldon sold their business
in order to be able to spend more time with their own sons – of which 3 out of
4 are also in real estate. Which brings
us to Fair Realty. Jennifer and Sheldon have a son Jackson licensed in Calgary
(and Edmonton) and another son Jeff licenced in Nelson,
B.C. “We are so SO excited to work with our sons under one banner. Fair Realty
has done such a great job as one of the largest independent brokerages in B.C.
and we are thrilled to see them expand into Alberta. There is so much real
estate transacting between our provinces it only made sense to work under a
banner that will bring even more opportunities for our Alberta sellers. I mean
wait till those B.C. buyers/investors see how much value Alberta real estate
has to offer their ROI, it will most certainly be a win win situation!!”
With over 20 years experience working in up and down markets
one thing Jennifer has learned about marketing homes is that you can’t be all
things to all buyers, but you can be the right home to the right buyer. “This
brings a whole new meaning to target marketing. Just as buyers generally know
what they are looking for – so too should sellers know who they are going to be
selling to. This has been a very very valuable lesson learned. And then there
is the art of communicating this effectively to seller clients in order that we
are on the same page – now that is an art!”
In terms of specialty, Jennifer would say there is no home
too big or too small or too difficult for her to sell. “I’ve been at this
game for a while. I’ve learned to really listen to my buyers and hear their
needs and return them opportunities in some cases they may not have otherwise discovered.
For my seller clients they have taught me that they want to hear the good the
bad and the ugly in order to get their home in the best position for a sale. In
other words - always always and did I
say always? communicate to clients what they need to know and not what they
want to hear.”
Jennifer believes in top quality marketing points for all
homes no matter the price point. “People like nice things, they like to buy
nice things – and to that extent the marketing of a home should reflect that
same mantra. Whether it be high quality professional real estate photography,
custom floor plans, staging, print and on line design work – it all should be high
quality. And the cherry on top is bringing all these marketing pieces together
in order to source the right buyer for your property.”
Bringing buyers and sellers together in an authentic
way has always been the hallmark of Jennifer’s 20 plus years working in the
real estate industry in Edmonton and area. “I always look forward for the opportunity
to connect the real estate dots for my clients. And no dots are the same. And I
like it that way!” For all your real estate needs – don’t forget to
#CallTheKennedys!
Sheldon Kennedy
Associate | Edmonton
Born and raised an Alberta boy, Sheldon knew the value of a dollar and was determined to succeed both in his education and in business. Once he completed his BA at the University of Alberta, he went on to manage the family audio visual business and eventually started investing in real estate where he bought, remodeled and sold properties in the early 2000's.In 2010, he joined Jennifer in the Real Estate business and together they created Kennedy Real Estate and enjoyed much success growing the brokerage and building a business of wonderful clients who he continues to enjoy working with to this day.Upon the sale of their brokerage, it paved the way for a new and exciting opportunity. Sheldon and Jennifer's dream has always been to work together with their boys and that dream has now become a reality as they have licensed under the banner of Fair Realty Ltd. which has offices in both Alberta and BC.Sheldon and Team Kennedy are now able to share the Alberta Advantage across the Rockies and into BC. Whether it is one of Sheldon's clients who wants to sell and retire in BC or a successful business owner in BC who wants to take advantage of the incredible deals that can still be found in Alberta, Sheldon and his team are excited to be able to make this happen! Sheldon strives to be a man of integrity and is grounded in his faith. He values the relationships he has developed with his clients over the years and looks forward to working with them and their families in the years to come with Fair Realty. For all of your real estate needs in Alberta and BC, #CallTheKennedys!
Jackson Kennedy - Calgary AB
Associate | Edmonton | Calgary
Born and raised in Edmonton, Jackson was immersed in the family Real Estate business from a young age. Since graduating from the University of Alberta, getting married, and moving to Calgary, Jackson has embraced change and the opportunity to assist and provide the best experience for his clients when it comes to their moves. He is known for his attention to detail, authenticity, and reliability.About:Jackson grew up in a large family with three older brothers. For over a decade, he played and excelled in club and varsity Volleyball, finishing off his career after graduating from the University of Alberta. Jackson knows a thing or two about competition and the importance of working together. He has always valued making long-lasting relationships throughout all areas of his life and looks forward to the same with his real estate clients.Fun Fact: My full name consists of the names of 3 American Presidents “Jackson Carter Kennedy”Area specialty: where I live South East Calgary, first time home buyers, out of province transfers
Jeff Kennedy - Nelson BC
Associate | Jeff Kennedy | West Kootenays
Jeff Kennedy : He’s been to nearly every mountain town in the Western Hemisphere, sailed the Adriatic Sea, walked The Great Wall, Surfed the North Shores of Hawaii, and yet, he still would rather be nowhere else than Nelson, BC. Jeff's passion for mountain towns and waterfront living has led him to pursue Real Estate with his goal to help his clients find a little slice of their own paradise.