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EOP Real Estate, LLC is my new home

By Dr. Stacey-Ann Baugh

Real Estate Agent with Century 21 New Millennium

November 28, 2009 12:16 PM

I just transferred my license to EOP Real Estate, LLC.

I got my license 2 years ago and affiliated with the Long & Foster office in Olney, MD. I was very impressed with the dynamic manager and immediately felt at home there. Over these 2 years the office has seen many changes, some for the better, others not. I have developed very special relationships with the other agents and I have learned a lot from them. I am confident that these friendships and relationships will endure even though several of us have changed companies.

I have since moved (personally) from Olney and it was becoming increasingly inconvenient to use the office resources. It was obvious that a change might be necessary. I struggled with the choice of just transferring to another Long & Foster office close to my home or starting fresh with a new company.

My decision to change affiliations was not an easy one. I am someone who is not good with change and I like to stay where I am comfortable. However, I could not let fear hold me back from taking a chance that I think will be beneficial for my business.

After reading blogs by Dianne Aurit about starting a brokerage and talking to Stewart Penn about the benefits of being independent, I feel I need to give the independence (at least semi-independence) a try. I am grateful to both of them for taking the time to provide me with important information. I talked to my current and past clients and everyone indicated that they would work with me regardless of my affiliation. All were supportive of my choice.

I decided on EOP because the broker is very dynamic and seems to have a good balance between allowing me my independence but still being available when I need him. In addition, EOP Real Estate's focus on community service aligns well with my only value of giving back.

I am excited about this change and I am looking forward to seeing where this decision takes me professionally.

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Lise Howe

Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC

Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

Stacey-Ann - that is SO exciting - we definately have to celebrate. I changed brokers in July and am so glad that I did it, but it is hard, and Long and Foster doesn't always make it easy on you. Change is good though. Since we are all independent contractors, we have to do what is best for us and to continue growing!! I am really happy for you! And if you ever want to change again, think about Coldwell Banker! Lots of hugs to you - Lise

Nov 28, 2009 12:39 PM

Tom Robinson

Keller Williams Realty Kingstowne/Alexandria, VA Office - Fairfax, VA

Experienced Real Estate, Professional Serving No. VA and DC

Is Peter Chan one of the agents/brokers in your office?

Nov 28, 2009 12:45 PM

Richard Iarossi

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Crofton, MD

Crofton MD Real Estate, Annapolis MD Real Estate

Stacey-Ann,

I'm sorry to see you go. I though maybe you might have joined us in Crofton.

Much success in your new venture. I know you won't forget your old friends, and we won't forget you.

Rich

Nov 28, 2009 01:17 PM

Mary Douglas

United Country Ponderosa Realty, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado - Red Feather Lakes, CO

REALTOR, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

Hi Stacey-Ann, I wish you the very best in your move. I'm like you and don't like to make those changes so I can appreciate that is was a difficult decision for you. Wherever you are, I have no doubt you will do well!

Nov 28, 2009 02:03 PM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Hello Stacey. Congratulations on your new change... In life, we do take new steps. Be encouraged as you go forward.... and remember, a "feeling" of fear is NOT fear, unless you act on it. I was blessed to receive FOUR new agents this year! Another, for a total of 5 will soon be finished with school in 3 weeks!

Nov 28, 2009 02:04 PM

Dr. Stacey-Ann Baugh

Century 21 New Millennium - Upper Marlboro, MD

A doctor who makes house calls.

Lise - thanks, I am feeling very excited.

Tom - I don't know too many of the other people in the office yet.

Rich - I thought about Crofton, that's probably where I would have transferred but I decided to give something else a shot

Mary - This was a difficult decision. I finally had to just do it.

Diane - Thanks for the support. Congrats on getting new agents this year. That's what I hope to do in the long run.

Nov 29, 2009 12:06 AM

Lourdes Tudela

Century 21 New Millenium - Rockville, MD

Congratulations Stacey! I know it is hard to make the decision, to make the move... we have been there and recently done that, you know... Wish you the best of luck! You have all it takes to succeed! ;-)

Nov 29, 2009 04:10 AM

Anonymous

Jasmine Jackson

Congrats! I see you did it! Best of luck with your new venture..you'll do great!

Nov 29, 2009 10:15 AM

Dr. Stacey-Ann Baugh

Century 21 New Millennium - Upper Marlboro, MD

A doctor who makes house calls.

Lourdes - wish we had been all able to leave together. Miss you guys!

Jasmine - thanks. We need to do lunch again soon.

Nov 29, 2009 11:45 AM

Rich Mielke

REMAX Results, Frederick MD - Frederick, MD

REALTOR, Frederick Maryland Real Estate

Stacey-Ann, best of luck to you in your new move.

Nov 29, 2009 01:26 PM

Bridget "Mortgage Mama" McGee

SWBC Mortgage 410-960-2061 - Baltimore, MD

Maryland Mortgage Mama NMLS#196068

Stacey, Congratualations on your decision. I am looking forward to working with you to do what I can to help this change to be a great one! I imagine the change is keeping you busy, looking forward to hearing more about EOP!

Dec 01, 2009 12:22 PM

Dr. Stacey-Ann Baugh

Century 21 New Millennium - Upper Marlboro, MD

A doctor who makes house calls.

Rich - thanks

Bridget - thanks. Hopefully we can do good work together.

Dec 01, 2009 01:59 PM

Martha Brown

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Annapolis MD 21403 - Annapolis, MD

Your Homes Around Annapolis Agent

Stacey- Well congratulations are in order. I know the decision had to be difficult but it sounds like you did your homework and decided on the best move for you. Can't wait to meet you next week and hear all about the why.. However....if you ever change your mind and want to check out the Crofton office of L&F I will be glad to introduce you around. :0).

BTW- Did you see where C Tann is trying to get to our AR Gathering??? And its all because she wants to meet you!! ow awesome is that?!!!

And I will also share the info on Steve when I see you at the AR Gathering. So now there is two reasons why you just have to be there!! LOL

Dec 04, 2009 08:09 AM

Dr. Stacey-Ann Baugh

Century 21 New Millennium - Upper Marlboro, MD

A doctor who makes house calls.

Martha - Thanks. I have actually been to the Crofton office and I even met Rich Iarossi there a few weeks ago. The Crofton office was actually one of the two L&F offices I was considering before I decided to try a completely different thing. I am looking forward to meeting you too. It was fun to meet Rich. I think it's always interesting to meet blog buddies in real life.

I saw the C mentioned wanting to meet me and I am incredibly flattered. I have cleared my calendar completely on Friday so I will definitely be there!

Dec 04, 2009 09:24 AM

Martha Brown

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Annapolis MD 21403 - Annapolis, MD

Your Homes Around Annapolis Agent

Fabulous!!! maybe you should let C know so that she will try harder to be there...minions and all!! LOL

Dec 04, 2009 11:51 AM

Joe Buffington

RE/MAX Realty Centre - Olney, MD

GRI, CDPE

Lucky EOP. They just added a great agent.

Dec 11, 2009 04:08 AM

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