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Out Of The Tree Of Life I Just Picked Me A Plum 😊

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Real Estate Agent with Big Block LPT Realty 858.232.8722 CA BRE# 01261476
Monday, April 5, 1999, was my first day on the job as a California REALTOR®. I began in San Mateo, California, at Cashin Company REALTORS®. I believe my success can be defined three ways;
 
No photo description available.Pete & Theresa Aiello
My first Managing Broker in 1999
 
Leadership: working under one of the best managing brokers I could have hoped for starting out, Mr. Peter Aiello at Cashin Company Realtors, with whom I still keep in touch. I went on to add to that incredible leadership influence with Liz Piccolomini at One Source Realty & Coldwell Banker, and now at Big Block LPT Realty, Sam Khorramian, Oliver Graf & Cory Rosier!


Just some of my wonderful team that help me make it happen every week!

My Team: I love my team, they keep my clients safe, keep me sane and they are true professionals and friends; thank you Team Nelson! Shout out to Jason E. Gordon who's the longest active member of my team and represents over 20 years of friendship too!


With Larry Kendall in 2024, Fort Collins, CO, founder of The Group and Ninja Selling.

Coaching: I have been professionally coached my entire career by Ninja Selling and Buffini & Company. They've made me a better man and REALTOR® because of the expectation of growth, accountability and their dynamic communities. Special nod to two of my favorite coaches, Cami Napoli and Julie Will!!!
 

With Brian Buffini before you had to stand in 3 hour lines to meet him 😂

I consider ActiveRain, and the many friends I’ve made there over nearly 18 years of membership, to be one of the essential communities that challenged me to grow, be better, embrace different points of view, and learn from others - whether I agreed with them or not.



"You think you've flown before, but baby, you ain't left the ground..."
27 years, it has been a joy, a grind, and one hell of a career I'm grateful for. The people I've met, served and befriended have been the real treasure. And...the best is yet to come!
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Thomas J. Nelson
REALTOR®, CRS, RCS-D, CDPE, e-Pro, Certified Military Home Specialist, Luxury Home Specialist, Author, Keynote Speaker and  Podcast Host 

Serving Coastal San Diego from Carlsbad to Coronado, Downtown, Balboa Park Area,
La Jolla/UCSD & Mission Bay Park Areas
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Disclaimer:  Nothing in this blog article is to be construed as legal advice, tax advice, medical advice or financial advice.  For legal advice see an attorney.   For tax advice, health or financial advice see a tax attorney, certified public accountant, or other qualified professional.

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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Congratulations Thomas!  Ninja is the way to build a successful referral business and enjoy the process and people along the way.

 

Happy Easter 🐰

Apr 05, 2026 09:42 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Thomas. Congrats on your first 27 years in the business where the ahas worked well for you. You dedication to continue to feline and hone your skills will propel you even further forward. Enjoy your day.

Apr 05, 2026 09:57 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Traveler, Retired, Wenatchee, WA

Good morning, Thomas. 
Congratulations on 27 years in business. I'm happy to be included in your journey! 

Apr 05, 2026 10:08 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Real Estate Broker

Congratulations on celebrating the anniversary of your start date. May you work as long as your patience holds out.

Apr 05, 2026 12:06 PM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Hope you and your loves ones have a wonderful Easter. Bill

Bill Salvatore / Arizona Elite Properties #AZVHV

Apr 05, 2026 12:23 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

What a fun walk through a long, well‑earned journey, Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP. And it’s packed with the kind of heart and history that makes this business feel bigger than contracts and closings. Your mix of grit, gratitude, and good humor lands in a way that sticks, and it’s a treat to see how each chapter shaped the next. Thanks for sharing a story that reminds the rest of us why the work still matters and why the best parts are always the people.

Apr 05, 2026 02:11 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Thomas-Congratulations to you on your 27 years in the business. It's easy to see when reading your posts how much you enjoy what you're doing. It's also clear that you truly appreciate all who work with you and those who have helped you get where you are. 

Apr 05, 2026 07:38 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Congratulations.  

Apr 06, 2026 04:11 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Since I know you personally, I can attest that the team is good because its leadership is solid!

Apr 06, 2026 05:59 AM
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP

Ahh, thank you sir!

Apr 06, 2026 07:51 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Thomas. Loved your post and congratulations on your 27th anniversary! Wishing you many more years of continued success.

27th Anniversary

Apr 06, 2026 06:18 AM
Jason E. Gordon
CrossCountry Mortgage, San Diego, CA - San Diego, CA
Sr Loan Officer, CMA, CMPS, CDLP, CDRE, RCSD, CDPE

It is an honor and privilege to align forces with you comrade! 

Apr 06, 2026 06:24 AM
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP

👊

Apr 06, 2026 07:35 AM
Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573
MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME
Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

     Congratulations on the career milestone Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP. Spinning records helped you see how the audience grows as you program what resonates with them. Getting them up to dance and stay on the dance floor taught you how to list, twist and shout. 

     Taking a bigger bite out of the local real estate market is all about balance of family and work and life learning events. But staying in the minds of your buyers and sellers. That takes creativity and reinventing our job that better not stay the same dance step routine.

Apr 13, 2026 02:43 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

What a wonderful shout out to your peers and coaches Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP . It's a pleasure to know you. So many agents with a fraction of your success only blow one horn, me, me me. You uplift others and I believe that makes you a success not only in business but also in life itself.

Apr 14, 2026 07:28 AM
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, CFSP

Ah, thank you Bob "RealMan" Timm - There are no self-made men or women. We have scores of people from mentors to team members to clients that all contribute to our success. Alone, I'd likely be pumping gas somewhere, it's my team that makes me shine, so I shine the light on them in reciprocity and out of love.

Apr 14, 2026 09:52 AM