Tanya Kulaga

REALTOR® CRS ABR GRI

 
 
Tanya Kulaga - 785-550-2585

PERSONAL DETAILS

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

With over 1,500 homes sold and nineteen years of experience in the Lawrence, KS real estate market, I have developed an expertise in handling both buyer and seller side transactions. I've earned the respect of both my clients and my peers through fair dealing, being an effective negotiator and my ability to quickly resolve issues. I am dedicated to broadening access to home-ownership here in Lawrence through buyer education and assisting first time buyers through the purchase process. I also list properties for sale, and strive to add value for my listing clients by investing in the best marketing and advertising partnerships, enabling me to boost exposure for their listings. I'm considered a leader in online advertising, marketing and real estate technology by my peers. I'm a strong fair housing advocate and cherish the diversity we have here in Lawrence.

AWARD WINNING TEAM OF LICENSED PROFESSIONALS

In addition to myself, I employ two full-time licensed real estate professionals and a full-time transaction facilitator. My team members are not compensated on commission, which is unique. They receive a guaranteed salary and benefits package that empowers them to focus on what matters, customer service. Guaranteed pay, assures the entire team's focus remains on the customer's best interest and the quality of service we provide. Our compensation policy reinforces my top commitment to clients, which is, our clients will always receive the same honest and compassionate service my reputation was built on, regardless of which team member is servicing them. Our licensed agent team approach magnifies and improves all levels of service provided, and an unrivaled 120 hours of agent availability every week that includes after hours and weekend availability.
  • Ashley Qualls REALTOR® CRS - (785) 380-9090
  • Elisabeth Ready REALTOR® CRS - (785) 363-9010
  • Chelsea Graham Transaction Facilitator - (785) 218-9634

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

2005 - Present
Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)
Council of Residential Specialists
  • Experience To earn the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation, every REALTOR® must have significant experience and demonstrate volume of real estate transactions or gross sales, as well as complete rigorous educational requirements.
  • Ethics Every CRS designee is required to maintain membership in the National Association of Realtors® and to abide by its strict Code of Ethics.
  • Technology Expertise The training available to CRS designees includes a strong focus on technology and its applications in the real estate business.
  • The Top 3 Percent Less than 3 percent of all licensed Realtors® are Certified Residential Specialists.
2003 - Present
Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®)
Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council of the National Association of REALTORS®
  • Education Successful completion of the Accredited Buyer's Representative Designation Courses and verification of completed transactions in which I acted as a buyer’s representative.
2002
Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI)
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS®
  • Education Pursued a course of study that represents the minimum common body of knowledge for progressive real estate professionals.
  • Skills Developed a solid foundation of knowledge and skills to navigate the current real estate climate.
(Elected 2 Year Term) 2012 & 2013
Board of Directors
Lawrence Board of REALTORS® (LBOR)
  • Experience Responsible for making policy decisions that govern the Lawrence Board of Realtors. Responsibilities also include approval of annual budget, establish membership dues, determine public policy positions as they pertain to the real estate industry, approve governing policies of the association, enact necessary amendments to the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws.
2009 - Present
MLS and Rules Committee Member
Lawrence Board of REALTORS® (LBOR)
  • Experience The MLS Rules Committee regularly meets to review current and emerging rules-related issues, including those raised by Lawrence MLS subscribers, Lawrence Board of REALTOR® members and recommendations provided by both the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and Kansas Association of REALTORS® (KAR). As needed, the recommendations of the Committee are presented to the Board of Directors for consideration and possible adoption into the official Lawrence MLS Rules. Topics the Committee covers include, MLS Rules, including IDX and VOW and the Lawrence Board of REALTORS Standardized Sales Contract.
2009 - Present
Technology Committee Member
Lawrence Board of REALTORS® (LBOR)
  • Experience Research, evaluate, and recommend methods to maximize and integrate existing information systems and recommend new technologies. Develop implementation plans and maintenance plans for approved systems and technology services.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

2002 - Present
Realty Executives, Hedges Real Estate, Inc.
Sales Associate; Residential Real Estate Sales Specialist
2001 - Present
National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)
Member, REALTOR®
2001 - Present
Kansas Association of REALTORS® (KAR)
Member
2001 - Present
Lawrence Board of REALTORS® (LBOR)
Member & Lawrence MLS Subscriber
2009 - Present
Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS® (KCRAR)
Member & Heartland MLS Subscriber
2001 - Present
Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC)
Licensee: Salesperson, License #SP00216815
2011 - Present
Lawrence Kansas Chamber of Commerce
Member
2001 - 2002
Century 21, Miller & Midyett
Sales Associate
2007 - Present
SearchLawrence.com
Owner

AWARDS & PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONS

2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
Ranked #1
Mid-America Region (Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska) - Realty Executives International Inc.
2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
Top Producer
Lawrence Board of REALTORS® (LBOR)
2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
Top Agent
Realty Executives - Hedges Real Estate, Inc.
2012
Salesperson of the Year
Lawrence Board of REALTORS® (LBOR)
2016, 2017, 2018
Ranked in the Top 10 Agents Worldwide (for Number of Homes Sold)
Realty Executives International Inc.
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
Ranked #1 in Kansas (Individual Transaction Sides & Volume)
REALTRENDS - AMERICA'S BEST AGENT
2015, 2018, 2019, 2020
Best of Lawrence
The World Company (LJWorld, Lawrence.com)
2008
KU Credit Union Outstanding REALTOR®
KU Credit Union
2009
REALTOR.com Online Marketing Award of Excellence
REALTOR.com

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

Yearly
Just Food & Local Food Bank Programs
Contributions
Yearly
Lawrence Preservation Alliance
Member
Yearly
Lawrence Humane Society
Contributions
Yearly
American Cancer Society
Contributions
2019
Centro Hispano
Contributions
2018
Cottonwood Incorporated
Contributions
2005 - 2009, 2011 - 2013, 2015
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County
Gingerbread Festival & Auction - Gingerbread House Contributor
Yearly
Blue Santa & Toys for Tots
Contributions & Volunteer (2010) - Lawrence, KS Distribution Center
2015
Ballard Community Services (Ballard Center)
Contributions
Yearly
Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority (Housing Choice Voucher Program)
Landlord
Yearly
Kansas City PBS (KCPT)
Member
Yearly
American Civil Liberties Union
Member