It’s a new era in the real estate industry. I’ve joined Opendoor as a Market OPs Broker, working with the national brokerage team on a major expansion across the U.S. Our team members are licensed in multiple states, we support existing markets and prepare new markets for Opendoor services as well as expanded Opendoor products like Opendoor Home Loans and the Buy with Opendoor and List with Opendoor programs. It is an exciting time to be working in the evolving real estate industry. Today’s real estate customers have never had such a variety of choices. Welcome to a better way to buy and sell homes.

About Kristopher:

As a seasoned REALTOR® and Broker/Owner having started my real estate career back in 2001, I've been a sole proprietor, independent real estate agent, new construction salesperson, small and large real estate team member, Market Manager and State Broker. Over the years I have worked with small family brokerages, large regional franchise brands, and very large national technology-powered startups. I have also been contracted by multi-billion dollar prop-tech startups for "Utah Brokerage Operations" consulting and "National Referral Partner Program" development achieving high levels of success, fast results, and client satisfaction. I have enjoyed developing long-lasting relationships with local and national real estate industry professionals and vendors who have supported me and my clients throughout my career.
My most recent accomplishment has been launching the Utah brokerage operations for a multi-national technology startup where I grew the brand and team from 1 person to 30+ team members including employee agents, contractor agents, local and remote administration, and support staff. Over those 4.5 years generated over $5,000,000 in revenue and closed/supervised over 600 Utah transactions. 

 
Testimonials:

"My family and I have had the pleasure of doing business with Kris. I was so pleased with his professionalism, knowledge, and expertise in selling our previous home (accepting an offer in 12 days). This included suggestions on improvements, and staging our home. I continued to work with Kris in finding and purchasing our new home, of which he worked with us to get a great value while making it as painless as possible. We really love our new home. Furthermore, I have recommended Kris to all of my friends and family. Including my mother-in-law, who's home with Kris's help sold even faster with an offer accepted in 6 days. It is hard to explain my satisfaction with Kris beyond stating, it is my opinion that you would not likely find a better [Realtor]. Sincerely, Robert A." Robert A.

"Commendations for Kris Furrow! This note has been long overdue. Kris was showing me homes back in September in the Midvale, Sandy area. He did so much more than just open the doors. He was teaching me, as a single woman buying on her own, what to look for in homes, recommending where to get my mortgage and even more. In the end, I purchased a home in Hurricane, so Kris could not be my broker, and he was gracious even then. Too often people are quick to complain but do not speak up when someone does a good job. Kris did better than a good job, he was a godsend when I needed direction the most. Teri G." Teri G.


"Kris was referred to us by a couple of our friends and we are so glad we got him as our agent when we were looking to buy our first home! Kris was very knowledgeable and was able to answer our numerous questions. He skillfully navigated us through a jungle of real estate and was very honest with his opinions. Kris paid attention to what we wanted and was able to suggest options in addition to our picks. We had a time constraint in buying a home and Kris was able to make our deal happen quickly thanks to his network of brokers and agents. We will definitely work with him again when the time comes to sell or buy our next home. Thank you, Kris!" Polina S.

Experience:

Principal Broker UT / Multi State Broker, Opendoor Brokerage LLC April 2021 - Present
 
Principal Broker/Owner of Engage Real Estate, LLC February 2019 - March 2021,
 
Principal Broker - Market Manager for REDFIN Corporation - UTAH September 2014 - February 2019
General Duties Include: As the first person on the ground building the new market I was responsible for the following...
* Offering real estate guidance and market expertise. My real estate team depends on me for leadership* Forecasting and managing the budget for my market, committed to the market's financial goals, responsible for headcount, evaluating the market expenses and maintaining profitability.* Looking for new ways to gain market share* Recruiting and training new agents and direct employees who reported to the Market Manager, as well as supporting partner agents from other brokerages and associate agents who are independent contractors that assisted REDFIN agents with tours, inspections and other activities.* Produced results, creating a team that was goal oriented, up for the challenge, driven by delighting clients.* Manage experienced real estate agents dedicated to their clients.* Manage day-to-day activities and tactics with an eye toward the overall company strategies.
  
Realtor - Associate Broker for Windermere Real Estate - UTAH December 2009 - 2014 General duties include: Present & negotiate purchase offers. Coordinate with escrow companies, lenders, home inspectors, and pest control operators to ensure that the terms and conditions of purchase agreements are met before closing dates or contract deadlines. Interview clients to determine what kinds of properties they are seeking. Prepare or review documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements, closing statements, deeds, and leases. Coordinate property closings, overseeing the signing of documents and disbursement of funds. Act as an intermediary in negotiations between buyers and sellers, generally representing one or the other. Promote sales of properties through advertisements, open houses, and alternative media sources. Prepare listing presentations; compare a subject property with similar properties that have recently sold in order to determine its competitive market price for seller's consideration.

Mortgage Broker - Team Leader from September 2005 to October 2009 Kristopher was responsible for originating, shopping and placing loan files with wholesale lenders and performing complex administrative and clerical functions. Perform referral marketing, network marketing, and telemarketing tasks, Advise, assist, and represent mortgage clients regarding the home purchase or refinance. Able to gather, compile and analyze information from many different sources. Identify application requirements, underwriting requirements, and recommend loan products and solutions specific to the borrower's needs and requests. As a team Leader, Kristopher was also responsible for supervising and training a team of subordinate mortgage agents under my management they were also responsible for originating, shopping and placing loan files with wholesale lenders and performing basic administrative and clerical functions.

Boards, Committees & Advisory Councils

2010 - Member, Herriman City Economic Development Committee.

2010 - Member, Young Professionals Council, Salt Lake Board of Realtors

2010 - Member, Windermere - UTAH Forum, a Brokerage Committee dedicated to the growth and professionalism of the offices, staff, agents and brokers. 

2011 - Member, Herriman City Economic Development Committee.

2011 - Director Of Technology, Young Professionals Network Salt Lake Board Chapter of NAR's YPN.

2011 - Technology Advisor, Utah Chapter of NAR's Council of Residential Specialists (CRS)

2011 - Member, Windermere - UTAH Forum, a Brokerage Committee dedicated to the growth and professionalism of the offices, staff, agents and brokers. 

2012 - Member, Herriman City Economic Development Committee.

2012 - Member, Windermere - UTAH Forum, a Brokerage Committee dedicated to the growth and professionalism of the offices, staff, agents and brokers. 

2012 - Vice Chair, Young Professionals Network Salt Lake Board Chapter of NAR's YPN.

2012 - Executive Committee - Treasurer, Utah Chapter of The Council of Residential Specialists (CRS) 

2013 - Member, Herriman City Economic Development Committee.

2013 -  Chair, Young Professionals Network Salt Lake Board Chapter of NAR's YPN.

2013 - Executive Committee - Treasurer, Utah Chapter of The Council of Residential Specialists (CRS)

2014 - Member, Herriman City Economic Development Committee.

2014 - Past Chair, Young Professionals Network Salt Lake Board Chapter of NAR's YPN.

2014 - Executive Committee - President-Elect, Utah Chapter of The Council of Residential Specialists (CRS)

Honors & Awards
 
2016 - PLATINUM Hall Of Fame Award Feb 2017 - Salt Lake Board of REALTORS®
  
This is a very prestigious award where local REALTORS® are commended for being exemplary members of the Salt Lake Board of REALTORS®. The Platinum Level recognition has strict criteria of involvement in the local and national industry associations, as well as activities supporting the community's interests through political action and volunteerism. It also incorporates a sales component of which an individual annual sales volume record must exceed $10,000,000.00 that Kristopher nearly tripled in 2016.

2015 - Hall Of Fame Award Feb 2016 - Salt Lake Board of REALTORS®

2014 - Distinguished Service Award Feb 2015 - Salt Lake Board of REALTORS®

2013 - Distinguished Service Award Mar 2014 - Salt Lake Board of REALTORS®

2012 - Hall Of Fame Award Mar 2013 - Salt Lake Board of REALTORS®

CRS of the Year - 2012 Nov 2012 - Utah Chapter of The Council of Residential Specialists

2011 - Distinguished Service Award Mar 2012 - Salt Lake Board of REALTORS®