Been away for a while.  I am proud to say that we are now up to 17 agents.  I know from the feedback I am getting that Real Living is not like other companies and I am proud of it. 

I have learned so much about real estate agents in the last year.  I guess in the past, I have been solely just looking at how I did things instead of worrying about others.  There are many agents, much to my dismay, that talk a huge game but in reality the transactions are just not there.  I did some research while looking to recruit  some agents and I was amazed at some of the numbers I have seen.  Zero transactions, Zero listings but you would think they were producing millions.  This is from agents you would not suspect.

My goal is not to bring those folks to Real Living.  I want people that believe in service to their clients and put the clients needs number ONE. 

As I talk to agents, it becomes apparent who is really hungry to succeed and willing to use all the WONDERFUL tools that Real Living gives you.  I did some research this week on paid solutions (not for me to buy) for tools offered by the top or most advertised teachers out there.  Much of what they want you to pay for, Real Living gives you and trains you on for FREE!  The one I talked to today wanted me to invest a couple thousand dollars for something I already have. They also wanted an ongoing 100.00 a month fee for Website, Ecards, online training, postcard campaigns.  All of this is in our business center at NO additiona cost!

I love what I am doing and I think it shows because my agents have no reservations about coming to me. Real Living has taught us that perception of the current market is in your mind.  We are very enthusiastic about this market. If someone asks us about the market condition and we whine about how horrible it is, are they going to trun around and call me to sell them a house.  I think NOT.  The answer is that here at Real Living with our tools and Website presence, we can get it done!  

At Real Living, our management truly believe that the agent is the customer.  I treat my agents just as I would treat any client!  

We have our first office in Davidson overlooking Lake Norman.  We have rights to a couple other locations in the area.   Real Living now has offices all over the United States.  Check us out or find the office in your area.  You will not be disappointed.  You might even be surprised!

If your willing to work and are looking for a little bit of an edge and something different, our tools and management are worth a look.  I can point you to numerous websites and resources for more information.

Below is an excerpt about our President!

Connectionsmagazine, published by the Women's Council of REALTORS, features Kaira Sturdivant Rouda on the cover of its May/June 2008 issue. The article, titled "Real Executive, Real Partner, Real Mom" profiles Kaira as president, author, entrepreneur and mother extraordinaire. Her most recent endeavor has been the writing and publishing of her highly acclaimed book, Real You Incorporated: 8 Essentials for Women Entrepreneurs.