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It’s All Over, Including the Shouting.

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We all knew this day would come; it had to. It was simply a matter of time. After twenty-one years, my most recent career is ending.

I’m not dying, nor am I heading out to pasture, but as of right now, I am no longer a Realtor®. While my Arizona real estate license will remain valid for a few more months, I have no plans to continue selling homes.

Some of you may have noticed my recent absence from activerain (although it is hard to notice something that isn’t there), but rest assured I am still here, hovering around.

I don’t like to use the term retirement; it implies I will not work any longer. I may not be selling homes but have plenty of things on my plate to keep me busy for a long time.

Coming to the end of my real estate career doesn’t mean I’m writing, “The End.”

So, what’s next? It’s time to concentrate on the next big thing which for right now is the quest to write a bestselling novel. Writing is a craft that takes up enormous amounts of time and I plan to continue honing my skills in that field of study. I have already published several books and have a few more in the works. It hasn’t been as lucrative as my previous career(s), but at some point, money becomes the less important component of success.

I have updated my activerain profile and contact information to reflect my new status. Feel free to reach out if I should pop into your mind.

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You can still find me here on find me activerain, or on my website at: https://www.JosephDomino.com .

Or just look for me via my pen name J. Salvatore Domino

J. Salvatore Domino Books

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Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good evening Joseph,

Good to see your post and update on where life is taking you! Congratulations on your decision to devote more time to writing and I wish you great success in writing a best selling novel!

Jan 03, 2025 02:34 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Dorie

Jan 04, 2025 05:02 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Wishing you the best in your next full-time venture, Joe. I will miss your sense of humor, have enjoyed it!

Jan 03, 2025 03:08 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thank you Wand

Jan 04, 2025 05:03 PM
Patricia Feager
Flower Mound, TX

Joseph Domino 480-390-6011 - You're not alone. I have done the same thing. I am now inactive and my license is still good if I want to turn back. I wrote about it twice now and I understand how difficult it was for you to come to this conclusion but I think for you and me it is the best decisions and I'm wishing you strength and courage to continue pursuing your writing skills. I did not know you were writing books! I like the title of books you shared. Although I didn't share on AR, I began writing a Memoir for my family and it will have a hard cover. It's already in progress. 

Sincrely, I wish you all the best!

Jan 03, 2025 04:38 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

You know the business is changing again. I haven’t the patience to adjust.

 

I wish you luck with your memoir. It’s hard work but rewarding

Jan 04, 2025 05:05 PM
Patricia Feager

Joseph Domino 480-390-6011 - The memoir was a gift from a good friend who knows I like to write. I get one prompt at a time and then I can choose to write a short story, if I want. I'm choosing what I think my grandchild would like to know about me long after I'm gone. My stories will be binded with a hard cover after it is completed. 

Jan 06, 2025 10:09 AM
Pat Starnes-Front Gate Realty
Front Gate Real Estate - Brandon, MS
601-991-2900 Office; 601-278-4513 Cell

Please continue to hover and write! One of my past clients is an author. She used to live down the street until I sold her home and she moved closer to her grandchildren. She gave me one of her books to read and I thoroughly enjoyed seeing her work through her eyes.

Wishing you much success!

Jan 03, 2025 04:48 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thank you Pa

Jan 04, 2025 05:06 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Joseph Domino 480-390-6011 I made the decision a few months ago to stop doing mortgage, but like you that does not mean I went out to pasture.  I have always been involved in local elections, so I ran for Registrar of Voters and won.  I wish you a lot of luck of achieving your dream of writing a bestselling book.

Jan 03, 2025 04:52 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

There are plenty of ways to make an impact. Good luck George

Jan 04, 2025 05:07 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Joseph- I have always enjoyed your posts so writing must come naturally for you, whether or not you know it. I've missed seeing you here so hope you'll pop in from time to time!!!!! I wish you much success. 

Jan 03, 2025 05:22 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Kathy

Jan 04, 2025 05:07 PM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Thanks for the update Joseph and have a blast in the next chapter of your life and your novel. May God's blessings be with you. Jeff

Jan 03, 2025 05:39 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Jeff. Best of luck to you

Jan 04, 2025 05:08 PM
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

 Hi Joseph

    One piece of unrequested advice... don't give up your Real Estate license.  You worked hard for it, in most States it is not that hard to keep it.  Some continuing education, a license fee every year or two, that's all it takes.   

   At times, there may be an opportunity for a referral fee, and you can't receive that fee in most States unless you are licensed.  And, having that license adds to your résumé, it's a good thing to keep in your arsenal of business and life tools.

    Stay in touch, keep us posted on your new career!

Jan 03, 2025 06:02 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thank you Fre

Jan 04, 2025 05:08 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Well go figure, you popped up in the blog roll for me and I said, self it has been at least since last summer when you last posted. Well congratulations on your Not Retirment just giving up on Real Estate Sales.... good luck in your future endeavors Joe, keep in touch and let us know what the next phase brings....Endre

Jan 03, 2025 10:26 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Endre. I’ll keep you posted

Jan 04, 2025 05:09 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

P.s.: what a way to go out with a Featured POST:))Endre

Jan 03, 2025 10:26 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Joseph - good luck with what happens next with you.  I don't use either of those two "R" words any longer either. 

For me, the "active" part of life continues to adapt and adjust.  Life in this online community has changed in abundant ways as everyday life evolves.  Here's to continuing to celebrate a new year and joining in the festivities what what's to come.  It's nice to "see" you whenever you make an appearance on the AR blog roll.  

Jan 04, 2025 04:01 AM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thank you Michael

Jan 04, 2025 05:09 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Joseph... now that I saw your post I did realize I hadn't seen you around for a while. Congratulations on your decision to retire from real estate and follow other dreams in your life. I wish you much success!

Jan 04, 2025 06:00 AM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thank you Nin

Jan 04, 2025 05:09 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Joseph

As someone who also enjoys writing, I completely understand how much time and energy goes into it. My biggest challenges are remembering to get up and move around so I don’t turn into an elephant, and also saving enough time to squeeze in a few rounds of golf each week.

 

While you may be leaving real estate behind, you're not going away. I've been retired for 13 years and love my time on AR, so please stay connected with us!

Jan 04, 2025 07:12 AM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Caro

Jan 04, 2025 05:10 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

HI Joseph, I recall us talking about this possibility awhile back.  And  good for you - yo did it!  As did I just recently.  Isn't it great!!  And I didn't know you were a writer - that is very cool!  Since you're local here in PHX I'm sure we'll keep in touch!  Your always welcome to join us fellow local rainers for meetups!  That would be fun....to hear more about your new idea for your next novel!

Jan 04, 2025 12:00 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Anna,I’ll stop in from time to time. 

Jan 04, 2025 05:11 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Joseph:

Nice to see you again and with some big and important news. Best of luck  with your book. I hope you will stay active here in the Rain and keep us up to date on your progress.

Jeff

Jan 04, 2025 04:11 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Jeff. I’ll keep my ear to the track

Jan 04, 2025 05:00 PM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279

Best wishes to you on this "new chapter"! As a published author, this is super exciting that you are going to write a book. I have written one via self-publishing and one via the traditional publisher route. Let me know if you would like my take on the experience of each type. Keep us posted on your progress.

Jan 05, 2025 02:24 PM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Paula

 

Jan 05, 2025 07:20 PM
Steffy Hristova
HomeSmart Elite Group Tempe AZ Tel: 602.710.8161 - Tempe, AZ
Tempe AZ Realtor - Your Home Close to Your Work!

Hi Joseph, I had noticed that you write very well, and you had mentioned in previous blog posts that you are a published author. Now I will be looking for your posts with even more interest - what your next book will be, whether you will continue to observe the industry and write about it, etc.

I wish fulfilling moments every day. Please stay in touch. 

Jan 06, 2025 09:54 AM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks, Steffy, I have a couple of projects going. I hope to have a sequel to my novella The DiMarco Incident soon. I just broke a log jam that has been plaguing me for a couple of months. It's a crime fiction story.

Jan 06, 2025 11:52 AM
Doug Rogers
RE/MAX Coastal Properties - Destin, FL
Your Real Estate Resource!

Best wishing for your next life adventure. 

Jan 07, 2025 06:23 AM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thank You Doug

Jan 07, 2025 12:33 PM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Wishing you all the best for this next step. It is interesting how many Active Rainers want to write, go figure, a best selling novel. It is a big step, I have tried writing and it still sits on my lap top. Maybe one day it might get finished. Anyway, I will see if I can find your books, always enjoy a good read. 

Jan 07, 2025 09:06 AM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Nick, I guess when we get older we think we have something to say.

Jan 07, 2025 12:34 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Central CT Real Estate Broker

There comes a time when decisions get harder to make and one this large doesn't come easy. Good Luck going forward.

Jan 07, 2025 10:34 AM
Joseph Domino 480-390-6011

Thanks Ed

Jan 07, 2025 12:35 PM