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Working in the Real Estate Industry - Love it or Hate it?

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Although it can be quite rewarding, working in the Real Estate industry is, if nothing else, a challenging way to make a living. It has its ups and downs, twists and turns and its different every day. I've read a number of blogs along the way, and came up with this poll based on what appears to be some of the most frequent reasons that we do what we do. Take a moment to let the world know how you feel about working in the Real Estate industry. And, don't forget to check back from time to time to see the results!

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Diana Perez
Majestic Properties - Miami, FL

Great idea for a poll Craig. You can either love the industry or hate it, it all depends what a real estate agents goals are and how well they are with public relations, the ability to learn the industry and stay on top of market trends, personality, and probably most importantly, patience! I just cannot imagine doing any job that I don't like because of the pay and not because I really love what I do, that can very depressing, frustrating, and unfulfilling.

Jun 30, 2009 04:57 AM
Nicholas Goraczkowski
Aurora, CO
Your Mortgage Resource - (720) 83-RATES

As a Mortgage professional, I love this poll as well. It applies to all sides of our business. If you love what you do - You will be Good at it!

Jun 30, 2009 05:05 AM
Irene Kennedy Realtor® in Northwestern NJ
Weichert - Lopatcong, NJ

I'm not sure I love the pay right now but I'm doing all the right things to change that! Nice poll, Craig.

Will be back once this is featured...

Jun 30, 2009 06:42 AM
Mary Douglas
United Country Ponderosa Realty, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado - Red Feather Lakes, CO
REALTOR, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

Hi Craig, I'll have to come back later when my attitude fits one of the answers -- trying to wrap up a deal today, ...it's starting to look like saran wrap gone wild :-)

Jun 30, 2009 07:40 AM
Craig Rutman
Helping people in transition - Cary, NC
Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Kathleen - I agree with you. While getting paid is always a nice thing. It's not just about that.

Duane - I'm with you my friend. I love what I do as well.

Diana - One of my many mottos is, "If it's not fun, it's not worth it. Life's too short to not be happy."

Nicholas - I tried to make the poll friendly to anyone who works in the Real Estate industry. Not just Realtors. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

Irene - Are you saying this blog is feature worthy?!!!

Mary - Is it safe to assume that this is how you're feeling right now?!!!!

Mary Saran Wrap

Jun 30, 2009 08:02 AM
Gail MacMillan
Titusville, FL

Craig....LOL@ Mary, she took the words out of my fingers. I didn't vote either, nothing there fits my reality.  But I will check the results ;-)

Jun 30, 2009 08:30 AM
Mary Douglas
United Country Ponderosa Realty, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado - Red Feather Lakes, CO
REALTOR, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

HAHAHAHAHA!! Craig!  That Mary looks far too happy - but thank you so much for turning my frown upside down today!  That is hilarious!  Where do you get these pictures and ideas????

Jun 30, 2009 10:17 AM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Darn, Craig, I can't vote but I love most of the answers and love working in the Real Estate Industry :)  Meaning Homes and the People who live in them....

Jun 30, 2009 12:24 PM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Hi Craig

I love the real estate business and the twists and turns

Lou Ludwig

Jun 30, 2009 02:53 PM
Nevin Williams
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation - Cary, NC
Senior Mortgage Advisor

Second time is a charm

Jun 30, 2009 03:30 PM
Greg Nino
RE/MAX Compass - Houston, TX
Houston, Texas

I voted, but am not telling you what I picked. ;)

Jun 30, 2009 04:05 PM
TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

Craig, Cool poll. Nothing better than the real estate business is there...

OH, BTW - I am going to have to give this post "DA BOOT"...

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Jun 30, 2009 09:46 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

ToulaRosebrock,com

Hi Craig:

My answer isn't one of the choices!

Just because I do it well, doesn't mean I love it....

The photo of Mary in Saran Wrap is hysterical...

Jun 30, 2009 11:52 PM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Craig, I voted too!  I love TOulas answer above too!   I know where her heart is....where mine is...animal rights.  Figure out a way to  earn a living at that and we are so there!!

Jul 01, 2009 01:07 AM
Cecily Parks
iMove Group, Knipe Realty NW, Inc. - Salem, OR

Too bad they can't make the entire voting process this easy, huh...save a lot of lines at the polls on voting day!

Jul 01, 2009 04:00 PM
Craig Rutman
Helping people in transition - Cary, NC
Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Gail - OK, fair enough. But come back soon to see the results!

Mary - So glad to have turned your frown upside down! Where do I get my ideas from? Sometimes I just think funny things!!! And then I have to share them! I can't blame the voices in my head because they don't speak English!!!

Carole - Yes, as the reigning Feng Shui Queen, I guess this poll doesn't apply. But I do thank you for stopping on by!

Lou - I'm with you on this one Lou. Every day is different for sure.

Nevin - But what about the third time?!!!

Jul 02, 2009 12:09 AM
Craig Rutman
Helping people in transition - Cary, NC
Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Greg - I know what you picked, my friend!

Michael - Thank you for "Da Boot"! And I agree with you. There's nothing better than working in our industry!

Toula - Oh come on now Toula. You know you love what you do! And, yes, you do it well!

Kristin - If anyone could make a living supporting animal rights, I know it's you. You're passion is too strong to not be successful in your efforts.

Cecily - If only it were this easy!

Jul 02, 2009 12:14 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Craig, LOVE IT!

Jul 02, 2009 04:13 AM
Craig Rutman
Helping people in transition - Cary, NC
Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Wanda - Me too! Sometimes it's difficult, but, at the end of the day, I love what I do!

Jul 02, 2009 04:24 AM
Linda Jandura
Raleigh Cary Realty - Apex, NC
Realtor, North Carolina Buyer & Seller Specialist

Happy 4th of July Craig. Yes I voted, and as usual I'm with the majority.  There really should be some more realistic options though!

Jul 04, 2009 02:26 AM