ALTERA Real Estatewas founded in October 2008 by Gary Thomas and Dennis and Colleen Badagliacco. Altera which means “Pride” in Italian is a significant new business model with the concept that “Pride Begins at Home”

At Altera Real Estate, pride begins at home. Their “home” was built upon this simple, yet powerful quality. However, more than just a cornerstone of the company’s foundation, it truly influences every facet of this dynamic organization. From their dedicated and caring agents with their exceptionally high standards to the steadfast commitment and professionalism they bring to the industry, pride is the driving force behind Altera’s Exceptional approach to real estate.

It was founded on the principle that real estate is local and the brokerages should be able to remain independent but be provided with a branded network. Altera is for independent brokers with integrity and professionalism in both their agents and their business practices.

Altera Real Estate allows independent thinkers to remain visionary while partnering with a wide geographical network, providing name recognition outside the local market area, plus agent and customer support without excessive fees.

Altera Real Estate is a statewide network of independently owned successful, professional real estate brokerages. We are honored by association with them. Additionally, we are theUnited Statesjoint venture partner of Harcourts International, one of the largest real estate companies inAustraliaandNew Zealand, with offices inSouth AfricaandChinaas well.

At Altera Real Estate, pride means doing business with genuine care for each and every client. It’s about conducting transactions with professionalism and commitment throughout every step of the journey. And it’s about demonstrating a strict dedication to the families and individuals who put their trust in them.

After all, there are few things in life anyone is more proud of than their home and their family. The associates at Altera Real Estate feel the very same way. That’s why they take such exceptional care in helping buyers and sellers make the most of their real estate opportunities. This sincere consideration is also reflected in the rich family atmosphere and gracious culture of the company itself. As a result, only professionals who share a true pride in their craft and a love for helping others are selected to be a part of this winning organization.

Cindy Humphrey has run small to large size businesses for over 18 years. Recognizing that the real estate industry and brokerages in particular have undergone a fundamental change in their operation and services in the past few years, she believed that the time was perfect to open a real estate office with different perspective.

Cindy Humphrey jumped at the opportunity to open a new brokerage under the prestigious flagship of Altera Real Estate. “Altera provides a strong business model for our brokerage that embraces an updated philosophy that will provide many valuable benefits for agents and ultimately their clients.” acknowledged Cindy Humphrey.

“Altera Real Estate is founded on strong and sound business principles that are imperative if a new business is to not only survive, but thrive in today’s marketplace. However, the tradition of high standards of customer service will always be a top priority- it’s a win-win situation for agents and their clients,” explained Cindy Humphrey.

Altera Real Estate provides licensees and their agent’s access to“Pride Begins at Home”a comprehensive marketing campaign aimed at consumers and agents positioning the brokerage, as a local company with the technological sophistication of a major international brand, backed by a wealth of local real estate experience.

According to Liz Anderson Fitzgerald, Vice President of Broker Services for Altera, the addition of Altera Real Estate located inAntioch,CAwill increase the number of member companies to eight. Altera Real Estate has locations in two states and comprises 20 offices and 532 affiliated Brokers and Sales Associates.

To contact Altera Signature Properties, visit www.alterasignatureproperties.com