Incredibly Grateful to Earn Recommendation from Highly Regarded Thought Leader Jairek Robbins

"Renee (Funk) is one of my favorite humans! I highly recommend working with her and her team. She will ensure you get world-class service and you will most likely refer all your friends and family to her, they will be forever grateful you did!" ~Jairek Robbins

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"Over the years, Jairek and I have spoken on panels together, and shared meaningful mentorship conversations, for which I am incredibly grateful for. Jairek…

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Most real estate agents do not know this, but the Local Pro's have the inside scoop for buyers wondering, 'how do I find a home providing nearby lake access, without the higher lakefront real estate prices?'. Don't worry, The Funk Collection has you covered.

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Team Leader The Funk Collection Brokered by eXP Realty

How savvy buyers find homes with lake access withOUT paying premium lakefront pricing.

The Butler Chain of Lakes is the crown jewel of Windermere living. Residents know it. Longtime locals protect it. Newcomers want it. And yet one of the biggest misconceptions in Central Florida real estate is that you must pay multi-million-dollar lakefront prices to enjoy the Butler Chain lifestyle. That is not true.

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What is the difference between CHASING Language & Curiosity Sparking Language?

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Exactly What to Say Certified Guide, Speaker, Trainer

STOP the Sea of Sameness! Simple Swaps create a curiosity gap, differentiating sales pro's. What is the difference between CHASING language & curiosity attraction language? Most agents use phrases that instantly trigger resistance. Their communication feels repetitive, scripted, or generic. Small tweaks in phrasing create big shifts in how clients perceive your professionalism.

Below are some of Renee Funk’s Real Estate Simple Swaps. SAVE THIS BLOG for reference before you communicate with your next buyer, seller.  


1. NEVER ‘Follow Up’ Again

Stop Saying: 
• “Just checking…

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Most Agents Do NOT Know they SHOULD Ask.  

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Team Leader The Funk Collection Brokered by eXP Realty

Most agents only ask one question when interviewing a brokerage: “What is the split?”

This is the first red flag.

A split alone does not build a career. A split alone does not create a top producer. A split alone will never give an agent the clarity, support, or long-term security a pro needs. If you want to grow a real estate business… the questions need to go much deeper.

Many brokers do not want agents asking deeper questions. Stronger questions reveal gaps. Stronger questions make leaders uncomfortable when the value is not there.

That is exactly why real estate agents must ask the deep questions BEFORE…

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Incredibly Grateful to Earn Industry Recommendation & Testimonial from Highly Regarded Thought Leader Phil M Jones

"When it comes to winning in real estate, having a squad of people who have your back is how you get to stand out in competition and how you give yourself a edge. What is most impressive to me with Jeffrey, is that he gives you that edge... Jeff Delivers Impact." ~Phil M Jones


Jeffrey, Renee Funk & The Funk Collection are grateful for the thought leadership of Phil M Jones. Elevating communications as real estate professionals is a cornerstone of The Funk Collection.

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How Does a Windermere Home Sell Above Asking Price, in 2025?

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Team Leader The Funk Collection Brokered by eXP Realty

SOLD IN WINDERMERE, FL | What Most Agents Won’t Tell You About Listing Strategy. Multiple Offers. Above Asking. In Just 3 Days.

If that sounds like a typical “just sold” headline, let us stop you right there. Because in today’s market, a fast sale is not necessarily the flex it used to be, unless you know exactly how to price, market, and position a home before the for sale sign even hits the yard.

At The Funk Collection, led by Jeffrey Funk, we approach every Windermere listing as a product launch, not a passive MLS upload. The strategy makes all the difference for homeowners navigating life…

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Realtor Safety: A Focus of The Funk Collection

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Exactly What to Say Certified Guide, Speaker, Trainer

With continued focus on Realtor Safety, Team Leaders of The Funk Collection Jeffrey & Renee Funk, announce the addition of Open House Cloud-Based Cameras being provided for all Agents, choosing to host Open Houses.

Available for all Team Members, an inventory of cloud-based security cameras, are the most recent addition to Open House & Showing Safety Protocols in place for the Team, providing Agents an additional layer of safety when hosting Open Houses throughout the Central Florida Real Estate market. 

A Smarter Approach to Realtor Safety at Open Houses

Back in 2019, a moment shifted the way safety was…

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Bike Tour Through Downtown Windermere, FL

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Exactly What to Say Certified Guide, Speaker, Trainer

What does a 360 Video Tour Through Downtown Windermere look like?  Jeffrey Funk, Team Leader of The Funk Collection, brings us along with him, on a 360 video tour through Downtown Windermere...

If you've never been to downtown Windermere (or even if you travel through every day), this quiet bike ride with Jeff showcases some of the reasons we love calling Windermere home.

Starting the bike ride on a beautiful sunny day on the north side of downtown on Main Street, Jeff travels through town passing by The Funk Collection office, Tim’s Wine Market, Dixie Cream Cafe, Town Hall, local shops, and the local library.

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Are you an Investor considering a vacation home near Walt Disney World? Seeking a home in Orlando, zoned for short-term rentals, for your next Airbnb / VRBO?   Storey Lake in Kissimmee, is definitely a community to consider! Storey Lake Vacation Home

  • 4.2 miles from Walt Disney World
  • 9.3 miles from Sea World
  • 13 miles from Universal
  • 15 miles to the Orlando International Airport
  • Super Target next to the community
  • 24 hour Super Walmart across the street
  • 3 miles to the Loop Shopping Center

Storey Lake currently has COMPLETED inventory homes being offered with incredible incentives! Check out a few of the July 4th Specials:

 Resort Condos:

  • Site 1311 - Sorrento 3/2 Was $297,770 $20,000 Incentives
  • Site 1313 - Venice 2/2 Was $265,490 $20,000…

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The Funk Collection is honored to have earned the 2020 REAL Trends America's Best Award for Medium Team Size in Florida, in volume and transactions. REAL Trends Award The Funk Collection

REAL Trends America’s Best honors America’s finest real estate agents, ranking among the top 1.5% of 1.4 million real estate professionals in the United States! The Funk Collection is grateful to have earned this prestigious award, consecutively in 2019 and 2020

We are beyond thankful for our amazing customers, and fantastic Team Members who we have the pleasure to work with!

The Funk Collection, Brokered by eXp Realty Proud Partner of the Orlando Magic - Co-Founded by Jeffrey & Renee Funk, The Funk Collection ranks as a no. two team internationally with eXp Realty, earning the 2019 & 2020 Real…

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