Personal philosophy about real estate professionals: As professionals, we provide a service – that service is to assist you in the buying or selling of property using our knowledge, experience, negotiating skills and all the current marketing tools available. The now dated concept of being a “salesperson” carries with it the implication of selling or convincing someone to buy something simply as the art of selling, perhaps a carry forward of high-pressure tactics from years ago. Real estate today is an opportunity to be the facilitator that matches buyer and seller to property, primarily through the magic of the internet, so that everyone is a winner – the right home or property at the right price.
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Real estate expert Al Cannistra specializes in residential properties located in and around San Antonio and Hill Country. Serving some of the most distinguished communities since 2005, Al has been providing his clientele with a superior level of service drawing on the knowledge gained during his years of service in the San Antonio real estate market and his previous experience as a high level executive in a billion dollar multi-national company. Smart investment and relocation are his comfort zone.
Using state-of-the-art marketing and technology, and keeping himself readily accessible, allows Al to respond quickly to the needs of his clients. Being a good listener as well as a good communicator coupled with his high energy facilitates his ability to solve problems in short order.
Return clients and referrals are essential elements of his business. Being the consummate professional, Al is cultivating clients across generations. From the baby boomers to the next generation, Al is looking toward helping everyone move into the home of their dreams.
Al has carried his lifetime business and personal beliefs of honesty and integrity to his real estate practice. With a lifetime of client centered customer service there is no doubt that he puts the customer first. That means staying informed in real estate, marketing and related technology to best serve his clients.
Having visited many countries in a career that required extensive international travel, it is only natural for Al to actively seek local clients and international clients from all over the world. Clients who want to relocate to San Antonio, perhaps have a vacation home here or are simply looking to invest in San Antonio are most welcome. Al also welcomes clients who are in need of a local agent no matter where they are located and will assist in finding a local professional who can provide the very best service in their own area – at no added cost to the client.
Served on San Antonio Real Estate Board Committees:
Education Committee, MLS Committee (Vice Chairman 2008), MLS Maps Task Force, MLS Days on Market Task Force, MLS Rules Task Force, MLS Photo Task Force, Awards Planning Committee, MLS Maps Task Force, Chaired Education Sub-committee on Programs and Seminars, Public Website Committee and MLS Conversion Committee.
Served SAPD (San Antonio Police Department) as a volunteer for 2 1/2 years as a member of VIP (Volunteers in Policing), PST (Public Safety Team) and FACT (Family Assistance Crisis Team). For volunteer opportunities visit http://sapdvolunteers.org/ .
Published International Author - a few links: Handbook of International Credit Management - Third Edition Handbook of International Credit Management - Second Edition International Trade Finance Book Review
For full access to the local MLS (multiple listing service) and all area listings, visit: www.mysatexas.com or visit our other sites www.homesforsalesanantoniotx.com and http://realestateinsanantoniotx.com/
Information about Broker Services www.trec.state.tx.us/pdf/contracts/OP-K.pdf
Property Tax Arbitration www.TexasTaxArbitration.com
NAR - link Code of Ethics NAR Code of Ethics and Pledge of Performance (pdf)
