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Real Estate Agent with FLI Properties 328445

As a kid I remember my mom working as the administrative assistant in a real estate office in Albany, Georgia.  Hearing her talk about the clients searching for their dream home and the work the agents did to find it for them was exciting.  At the time I never imaged I would be one of those agents assisting clients in fullfilling their dream.

It was almost 20 years later that my interest in real estate led me to take the real estate course.  I really enjoyed the course and the instructor and studied hard for the state and national exam.  The final test was much easier than I expected and I passed easily.  However, like many others, I took the course, but did nothing with it.  I was in the military at the time and was reassigned from Fort Rucker, Alabama to Fort Wainwright, Alaska.  I let the license expire, never even earning a referral fee.

Fast forward 16 years (not that you have to fast forward - time goes much faster you as you get older!) and I am a licensed real estate agent again.  My years of experience in the military and corporate America provided me with a vast background of knowledge and experiences.  Having served as a training specialist, human resources director, operations manager and marketing coordinator I see where all these skills will benefit myself, my clients and customers in the business of real estate.

This is the beginning.  In my other careers many things could hinder or enhance your growth.  In this business the only limiting factor is ME.  I eagerly accept and look forward to the challenge. 

Merry Christmas!

Comments (4)

Lisa Heindel
Crescent City Living LLC - New Orleans, LA
New Orleans Real Estate Broker
Calvin, Welcome to Active Rain!  I knew I didn't recognize your name when you commented on my post.  I hope you are finding your way around OK.  I see that you have joined the Newbies group...it's a great place to learn.  Make sure you check out Brad Andersohn's blog...he has some GREAT information on making your blog pretty :)
Dec 12, 2007 11:25 AM
Maggie Dokic /Indialantic | 321-252-8696
Magdalena Dokic - Indialantic, FL
Selling the beach in Florida's space coast
Calvin, I saw your comment about not having a comment on your first post but I see Lisa beat me to it. =) Welcome to the wonderful world of blogging.  Keep interacting and it will pay off. 
Dec 13, 2007 09:38 PM
Calvin Neely
FLI Properties - Lagrange, GA
Let's get you moving!
Thanks Maggie.  Yep, Lisa was first and I do appreciate the comments.  Lisa, I am working on building up a file with images to put on the blogs.  Hopefully, I will have some interesting and colorful blogs soon!  Thanks again.
Dec 13, 2007 11:33 PM
Chrissy Myers
Nick's Real Estate - Philadelphia, PA

I  have a simular feeling. i tried to buy my first house when i was 18. In the process we met a lot of shady people that gave us false hope. I decided to take the state exam and take thing into my own hands. ever since i started working its has been a dream. i love it and can't wait to close my first deal. 

the best thing that happen to my career was active rain!!

good luck!! 

Dec 14, 2007 07:01 AM