At RE/MAX, Family Matters. That idea matters even more when life feels uncertain, and you need people you can count on.
English has many words that shift meaning depending on how you use them. Like the classic ABC sitcom Family Matters, “matter” is one of them, and it fits perfectly here.
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What Does “Matter” Mean?
We use the word “matter” all the time, but it can mean different things depending on the sentence.
Example: It doesn’t matter what the guests wear.
Because we hear it so often, we also use familiar catchphrases like:
1) “Matter” as a thing (a noun)
Matter can mean the physical stuff around you. In basic science terms, it is anything with mass that takes up space.
2) “Matter” as a topic (a noun)
Matter can also mean a situation or issue you are dealing with.
For example: “We still have work to do on this matter.”
3) “Matter” as importance (a verb)
As a verb, “matter” means something is important.
For example: “It doesn’t matter what the guests wear.”
Because we hear it so often, we also use familiar catchphrases like:
- As a matter of fact, meaning “actually.”
- For that matter, meaning “as far as that goes.”
- No matter, meaning “without regard to.”
- No matter what, meaning “regardless of the outcome.”
- What’s the matter?, which can mean almost anything, depending on the moment.
- Why does it matter? This points back to what is most important,
Such catchphrases even nod to cultural icons like Steve Urkel, the clumsy genius from Family Matters, played by Jaleel White, whose antics hilariously explore what truly matters in family life.
When You Add “Family,” the Meaning Changes
Add an “s” and you get “matters.” Add the word “family,” and you get the phrase family matters, the title of a classic sitcom, and it can carry two meanings.
“Family matters” as a noun
In this sense, it refers to activities involving the family. Sometimes it even means private business that stays inside the family.
For example, A parent’s will can be a family matter and not something you share outside the family.
“Family matters” as a verb
In this sense, it means the family is important.
For example: “With everything going on, I see even clearer now that my family matters to me.”
Either way, the message is simple. Family gives people support, values, and a steady place to land. It shapes how we grow up, how we show love, and how we take care of each other, much like the Winslow family, a Black middle-class household in Chicago, demonstrated over nine seasons.
At RE/MAX Northern RI, What Matters Comes First
In challenging times, priorities become clearer, bringing that TGIF sense of relief and a sense of safety. RE/MAX Northern RI keeps focus on the things that matter most:
- Safety matters.
- Relationships matter, with origins of strong community connections like those in Perfect Strangers.
- Home matters.
- Family matters, anchored by the steady presence of Harriette Winslow, portrayed by Jo Marie Payton.
Our office culture is a natural spin-off from these core values. A house isn’t just a purchase; it’s the place where your people live their lives. That is why the team at RE/MAX Northern RI keeps family in mind during every step of the home search.
Realtors Need Real Support, Not Just a Logo
If you’re a realtor, you know the pain point. Some offices sign you up and then leave you to figure out the rest on your own. No real guidance, no day-to-day support, and no one to call when a deal gets messy.
That is where the culture at Richard and Jayma Zompa’s offices stands out.
At RE/MAX Preferred, Town & Country, and Properties, agents don’t feel like a headcount. They feel like they belong. The support is personal, consistent, and built around helping you succeed, even when you’re working from home, much like the steady leadership Carl Winslow, played by Reginald VelJohnson, offers his family.
Just as important, the office culture stays steady:
- You can ask questions without feeling judged, drawing on wisdom like Mother Winslow provides.
- You get help when a transaction gets stressful, especially younger agents like Eddie Winslow, portrayed by Darius McCrary, who thrive with that guidance.
- You feel connected, even when you’re out in the field, growing as a team member, like Laura Winslow, brought to life by Kellie Shanygne Williams.
Because in real estate, relationships keep you in the business. Support keeps you growing.
A Real Estate Office That Feels Like Family
Many clients say they “feel like family” when they work with the right agent. At RE/MAX Northern RI, that same idea applies to the people inside the office, too. It’s like the classic television series Family Matters, produced by Miller-Boyett Productions and supported by Warner Bros. Television, which moved from ABC to CBS over its long run.
When you join the search for a home, you are not left to handle everything alone. Richard and Jayma’s agents stay with you through the full process, from first showing to closing day. Individual agents shine as breakout characters within this supportive environment, while the family-first philosophy stands as a true cultural icon. These values remain accessible today, much like the Hulu streaming show.
In other words, family matters, and at RE/MAX Northern RI, that is not just a saying. It is how they work through every episode of your real estate journey.
RE/MAX Northern RI Has Always Been Considered A Family
Richard Zompa, Broker/Owner of ReMax Northern RI, is there for you and your family. He is there to help you find that home of your dreams. He is dedicated to making your real estate experience memorable and enjoyable.
Not only that, but he lives, works, and serves your local communities and has the experience to get the job done during this time of crisis.
Richard also makes his office a home to his agents, even when they are working from their own homes today. Each agent is treated as family at RE/MAX Preferred, Town & Country, and Properties.
You also become a member of the RE/MAX Familyonce you begin your search for that special place you call home. Richard and his agents will be there for you, every step of the way, from start to finish.
