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If wishes were fishes...

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Real Estate Agent with Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 UT DRE# 6541633-SA00

If wishes were fishes...

 

I had a conversation with a former real estate agent who was thinking of getting back into the business after a break of 27 years. I asked him what he was doing to prepare himself to move forward.

 

He said nothing yet but hoped he could bypass all the classes because of his past experience and just take the test. The real estate industry has evolved since the 80's. Not everything is the same.

 

He will have to attend real estate school again since the license expired that far back. I recommended that he talk to several brokers and agents in the local area to gain a true direction.

 

He sighed heavily and said he'd think about it. If someone is not willing to do the work, hoping will not get them anywhere and if wishes were fishes, we'd all be well fed! 

 

 

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Bruce Hicks
Best Homes Hawaii - Honolulu, HI
Your Best Hawaii Realtor!

So well stated Wanda Kubat-Nerdin .  Over the years, we've passed through St. George twice while travelling outside of Salt Lake City.

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Jan 18, 2015 10:46 PM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Hi Wanda Kubat-Nerdin this is exactly what happen the mentality is with those who have been out of the business for decades...they think they can blend right in and the real estate industry has not changed .... it's not business as usual from decades ago.. 

Jan 18, 2015 10:52 PM
Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366
Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA
General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

I think he may be surprised at how much things have changed in that time Wanda Kubat-Nerdin , I like your advice for him.

Jan 18, 2015 10:57 PM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Wanda,

Interest analogy Wanda...we say go fishing where the fish are biting...sounds like this gentleman is not really following his heart's desires, he is just settling, instead of bubbling with enthusiasm.  A

Jan 18, 2015 11:31 PM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Good advice to him.   It is so different even since I started 16 years ago. I think we need to make it so we have more training before and after. 

Jan 18, 2015 11:54 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

That person would be in shock to see what the business has progressed to over  the past 5 years, not to mention 27.  Thins are not what they used to be and if it was just the pursuit f a check, that is a fairy tale

Jan 19, 2015 12:37 AM
RVA HomePRO Michael Hottman
RVA HomePRO Realtor with Keller Williams serving Hanover, Henrico, Chesterfiled and Richmond, Virginia - Glen Allen, VA
Helping you achieve goals in life & real estate

I was licensed 20 years ago. Retaking the classes was more of an inconveniece rather than education. But the real market and ways of doing things has changed I jumped into all the classes I could in my first year back, especially those concerning our local contract. Those classes have been the best in getting me back up to speed.

Jan 19, 2015 12:43 AM
Liz Wallace
Century 21 Sherlock Homes - Rockville Centre, NY
Broker C21 Sherlock Homes, Rockville Centre, LI, N

He hasn't done this since the 80"s, Lord have mercy.  I'm not so sure this is going to work out.

Jan 19, 2015 12:50 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Thanks Bruce Hicks, I am glad you appreciated this post.  My son lives there with his new bride! 

Barbara Todaro I was trying to help him but felt that anything other than easy was not the route he wanted to take. Getting into this industry and being successful takes work and should not be a last resort type decision!

Jan 19, 2015 05:39 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366 I'd help anyone who was serious and welcomed the industry whole heartedly!

Ron & Alexandra Seigel That is exactly the feeling I got from him. I do like your fishing analogy because it is true!

Jan 19, 2015 05:42 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

William Feela When I have questions or need another point of view, I go directly to the people who are able to give smart, effective advice. Implementing that advice when it makes sense as well!

RVA HomePRO Michael Hottman The classes may be hum-drum to some but a necessary refresher for those who have lost touch with the industry. There is nothing that compares to actually being hands on and digging in on an everyday basis!

Jan 19, 2015 05:48 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Liz Wallace I was thinking the same thing as I ended the call. I hope he figures it out!

Jan 19, 2015 05:50 AM
Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459
Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI
Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin

I told all my agents in 2006 to get ready because real estate was changing as they know it. After that long of a break he needs to take and use everything new he can

Jan 22, 2015 09:25 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459, That was some great advice for those who listened back then and heeded it! Those who did are most likely still in business.

Jan 22, 2015 09:31 AM
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