There is so much opportunity. Even in what is considered a "down" residential resale market there is so much out there to do. BPO's, Rentals, REO bundles, New Construction etc.
I set my own schedule. It allows me to be right here in my home office monitoring my high school children's activities. I am here but I am not here :wink:
Real Estate is a rewarding career where the prevailing attitude from the general public is that we drive our Beemers around all day when we are not on the golf course. This perception is completely untrue, while I wish it were true! Getting into the business it takes much persistance with time and money to get off and running. Goals, a business plan and systems are imperative for a real estate agent to succeed in todays world. They don't get implemented overnight and they should be living documents where we are constantly changing them in a changing real estate world so we don't get left behind.
My job description includes:
- Receptionist
- Lead generator
- Communicator for searches
- Photographer
- Marketing Guru
- Web Expert
- Search Planner
- Appointment Setter
- Business Manager
- Escrow Coordinator
- Statistician
- Professional writer
Just to name a few :)
This is my response to Mike Mueller's challenge "I love my profession because..."
This is a time and age where managing a real estate transaction can be tricky. We are facing challenges from media distortion, mortgage products disappearing, fraud, large amounts of foreclosures. Reality is, that it is a great time to be a licensed professional if you know your market well and are actively working it. Opportunity lies around every corner and objections are easy to handle when you know your stuff! I love the challenge each and every day presents.
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How about psychologist? I love my profession because of all the insights, the gamut of human emotions that presents itself throughout the day. Interesting blog!
Renee, anybody who reads your blog knows that you love your profession. It shows.
Bill Roberts
I could not have said it better...
The challenge...it's continuous isn't it? But we're good at taking on challenges ..there are never two transactions alike. I like your thinking and your obvious dedicaton Renee!
Renee, you're an inspiration. You also reminded me that I haven't taken Mike up on his challenge.
I haven't gotten around to this challenge yet, it's been a busy weeken. How about handy man and home repair guru, too.
Variety is the spice of life and in this business we do so many things it is hard to get bored.
I love your blog Renee! So, true, as real estate professionals, it's hard to be bored. I have to take this challenge as well. I've been neglecting my "homework" as another beloved A/R has told me. I got 'meme'ed' 2 weeks ago and still haven't responded. ACK!
Renee - Real estate is certainly a rewarding career and at my age I appreciate the flexibility as well as the various facet of the job.
Renee - That's a wonderful post!
"Opportunity lies around every corner and objections are easy to handle when you know your stuff!" You betcha!
You have High school kids?!?!? You look like you are 25. That is wild!
Andrew: Most definitely psychologist!
Bill: Thanks :)
Konnie: I bet you could have said it better :evil grin!:
Sally: Your post rocked, I wish I could write like you!!!
Maggie: I will have to bump to your blog next to see what you came up with :)
CEG: Ugh! That is the reason why I am married. We will call him my ASSistant :)
Gaylen: SO TRUE SO TRUE!
Antoinette: It's OK, I get distracted all the time :) Have fun writing your meme!
Jennifer: I love the flexibility, especially with the internet as our friend! Hours are longer than they used to be.
Mike: Thanks for stopping by and putting us to this challenge.
Jonathan: OK, you are my pet this week! I may look 25 but feel 55 and my age lies somewhere in between :)
Ain't life grand?
The trait I find in people who don't do well in this business is a lack of self discipline. With so much flexibility, it is just too easy to play instead of work. Self discipline is a must!
Renee People ask me all the time if I drive a Lexus like other Realtors.... I have to bow in shame and admit that I only drive an Audi.... I heard a wise person once say that the general public thinks Realtors have it easy because Realtors try to keep "problems" hidden from their customers, solve them, and move on. That's so true.... we have to communicate to our customers what we're doing so that they know exactly how hard we work for them. As far as the rest of your post goes - I bet you're awesome at each and every function you listed!