It's easy to focus on the sales side of real estate and overlook the fact that your chosen career also requires you to run a small business. When author Jeff Brand, broker associate, CRS, CFS, CDPE, SFR, became a real estate agent after owning and operating restaurants for fifteen years, he felt like he had a leg up on the competition simply because he was a businessman as well as a salesman. Now, after twenty years as a nationally ranked agent, he shares his best tips to ensure you, too, can build a successful career in real estate.
There is more to helping his clients buy and sell homes than meets the eye; if you want to thrive in the industry, you must be proactive rather than reactive. Discover how to keep your marketing fresh and stay on top of what's going on in your community. Consider the importance of creating a team rather than working alone. Learn why the setup of your office matters
Thorough, simple, and packed with all the essentials, Step by Step to 7 Figures in Real Estate Sales is a must-read for anyone who wants to enjoy a good, long career in real estate.
About the Author: Jeff Brand, broker associate, CRS, CFS, CDPE, SFR, is a former restaurateur who has been practicing real estate in North Texas since 1995. Leader of his nationally ranked Jeff Brand & Associates real estate team, he is certified as a residential specialist, financing specialist, and distressed property expert. Consistently a top performer, Brand has received numerous RE/MAX honors, including the Diamond Club Award, International Hall of Fame, Lifetime Achievement Award, and Circle of Legends. He frequently speaks at various local, regional, and national conferences. Additionally, Brand hosts What's It Worth? on FM 105.3 in the Dallas area.
Happily married for seventeen years, Brand enjoys spending time with his wife, dining out, boating, golfing, auto racing, and traveling. He actively supports several nonprofits, including the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Friends 4 Heart, Children's Miracle Network, cancer research, and animal rescue-adoption centers.
