Career before RE agent?

College Grad
Built a Party Planning Business - but wasn't an owner and got nothing when it was sold to Vegas.com
VP of Operations for Yacht Blinds International - Mainly just a sales Manager and oversaw factory work. - stopped that because as much as I grew the company the owner drove it into the ground. they still put out a great product.
Bartender/Resturaunt Manager for Outback Steakhouse - great job for income while you build a business! hours are in the evening.
Have been a Realtor for 2 years - Project Manager for a Developer for 1 year.

I am 29 and have finally realized that I keep building others company's so now it is time to build my own. I wouldn't trade any of that for where I am at now, all of it was a GREAT learning process. However, I just wish I would have started earlier in Real Estate. I could have made a ton of money helping my friends with Rentals when I was in college.

Real Estate is a great job to learn about how Businesses work.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 04:53AM

Dan Haeck

Real Estate Agent · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

33 posts
2 awards
50 influence

Mar 22 '08, 03:01 AM

Owned a Hardware Store

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 04:54AM

Bobbi Herman

Residential Real Estate Agent · Peoria, AZ

2 posts
50 influence

Mar 29 '08, 11:25 PM

I was in retail sales prior to becoming a Realtor. I was working way too much, getting paid way too little, and expected to control things that were out of my control once I was in management.

I was spending way too much time away from my kids and I was lucky enough that my husband made enough income that I was able to quit and stay home with the kids.

That quickly drove me crazy. I needed more adult interaction. Because I always had interest in real estate I decided to get involved.

I am very happy with the decision.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 04:57AM

Louie Frias

Commercial Real Estate Broker · Las Vegas, Nevada

32 posts
50 influence

Aug 12 '08, 05:41 AM

High school student...

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 05:40AM

Heather Goodwin

Residential Real Estate Agent · Shreveport, Louisiana

4 posts
50 influence

Aug 21 '08, 08:40 PM

Stay-at-home mom after 7 years in the natural gas industry.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 05:44AM

Dave P.

Real Estate Consultant

826 posts
4 awards
50 influence

Aug 22 '08, 10:12 AM

Army

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 05:44AM

Mark Edson

Residential Real Estate Agent · Denver, Colorado

8 posts
1 award
50 influence

Oct 13 '08, 10:48 PM

I was a Police Officer..

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:08AM

Mark Yuschak

Rehabber · Grand Blanc, Michigan

Pro Basic

773 posts
10 awards
61 influence

Oct 14 '08, 12:20 AM

I'm a part time agent, and full time IT professional. I'm also a part time appraiser and investor.

For me, the idea of becoming a Realtor was natural.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:08AM

James Ward

Real Estate Investor · Ocala, Florida

748 posts
18 awards
55 influence

Oct 14 '08, 01:44 AM

Financial Planner. I got tired of being a suit -and -tie -guy and found investing in real estate. It has been the best ride of my life. I have not only made more money than I could ever use, but have also found a true passion that I look forward to everyday. I truly enjoy what I do now and hope that everyone enjoys themselves as much.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:08AM

Mark Brian

Real Estate Agent · Anderson, South Carolina

320 posts
6 awards
54 influence

Oct 14 '08, 02:32 AM

Technician in plastics, 99% was HDPE blowmolding, both bottles and automotive/industrial.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:08AM

Christopher Wynkoop

Residential Real Estate Agent · Indy, Indiana

4 posts
50 influence

Oct 15 '08, 08:38 AM

I was a Transportation Manager

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:08AM

Jane Peters

Real Estate Consultant · Los Angeles, California

25 posts
50 influence

Oct 22 '08, 05:21 AM

Recruiter - similar business. I had to find the employers and fill the positions. Matchmaking

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:11AM by Jane Peters

Joe Haas

Residential Real Estate Agent · Houston / Pearland, Texas

17 posts
1 award
50 influence

Nov 05 '08, 08:34 AM

Currently in College.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:18AM

Caroline Getter

Residential Real Estate Agent · Gulfport, Mississippi

12 posts
50 influence

Nov 15 '08, 01:32 AM

British Army - Corps of Royal Military Police
Master at Arms - QE2
Senior Contracts Manager
Coroners Officer
Internal Affairs Investigator
Relocated from UK to USA
Interior Design Student - Batchelors Degree (Currently) via distance learning
Realtor
..........all this and I am still only 25 lol

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:23AM

Joe Cline

Residential Real Estate Broker · Austin, Texas

29 posts
50 influence

Nov 17 '08, 10:45 PM

I was a program manager for various software companies around the country. I love the freedom and opportunity in working for myself so unless disaster strikes I won't be going back anytime soon.

Joe

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:24AM

Derek W

Real Estate Investor · Canyon Lake, California

Donor

164 posts
4 awards
50 influence

Nov 29 '08, 10:24 AM

Construction Contractor
2nd grade teacher
Radio DJ
I was only good at 1 of the 3!

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 06:29AM

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