Real Producer: JACQUELINE O'NEILL

My focus in life is to “serve and protect” others, whether it is in real estate or simply in life. I dreamed of being a world-changer. I wanted to be someone who would help the underprivileged, the environment, and wildlife. I knew I had to do something to make a difference in this world. My husband Orlando is an Army veteran, and I had pursued modeling and acting, as well as competitive beach doubles volleyball, but I set those things aside after marrying young.

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I have a beautiful blended, multicultural family, which includes two adopted sons, two amazing daughters, a precious stepson, and two wonderful stepdaughters. We are passionate about faith, family, and freedom. I hope to be an example of what “family” can be. Family is not just about biological relationships; it is about who God puts into our lives.

I grew up in Ross, CA, a very small town near San Francisco. After my freshman year in college, I tore my ACL and could not play volleyball for a while. At 19 I moved to Oahu, Hawaii to live with my mom and learn a “trade.” I ended up becoming a cosmetologist, providing hair services part-time as I completed college.

I met Mike and Donna Stott around 1995. They were both real estate brokers. I cut their hair, along with the hair of their five children, for several years. In early 2001, they called me and asked me if I would work for them.

I thought they wanted me to be a secretary. Instead, they invited me to meet with them and with Mike’s parents, George and Mary Lou, who were also brokers. They said that I was great with people, and my degree in psychology made me a perfect fit to be their buyer’s agent.

They o ered to pay for all my training, all my dues, and weekly coaching with Mike Ferry. They also o ered me profit sharing, an escrow assistant, and minimum wage for a 40-hour workweek. The best part was that all leads would be given to me, which meant no prospecting, and they o ered me commission! Honestly, I didn’t want to do real estate, but I knew I would be a fool to refuse the o er.

Having four brokers available to help me at any moment was truly priceless. It was such a blessing to close countless deals in a short time, and this allowed me to acquire my broker’s license in three years. I then started my family and worked part-time for several years.

When new military orders came for my first husband in August 2009, we moved to Corpus Christi. In 2012 after a two-week fast seeking God’s direction, a friend called me out of the blue with a job o er in real estate. I knew it was time to get “back to work” and I accepted the o er. Things did not go as planned and I did not have the “leads” that had been promised, so I signed up for Trulia after receiving a cold call. This was exactly what I needed at the time because I do not like to solicit business.

Within a year, I had sold approximately 6 million in inventory! I prayed that God would give me favor so I would do exceptionally well to the point that it would perplex others. And He did! This “jump-start” enabled me to build relationships, and as a result my online and community presence also grew.

Over the years I have met so many wonderful people, clients, agents, and brokers. I have aimed to build a reputation as a person who is pleasant to work with, and a “team player.” I am not money-focused, I am relationship-focused. I am not motivated by what I may gain financially, but by a deep desire to help others. Buying real estate can be very costly if one doesn’t have the necessary information or representation.

I do not view real estate as my “job.” It is the “mission field” and ministry that God has called me to, in order to reveal His love and goodness. As a result, I do not approach things like a “salesperson” or “businessperson.” My focus is to be a blessing to everyone I interact with, not just my clients or favored connections. I am always looking for ways to improve as a person, and as an agent.

I am sometimes asked if I have any “wisdom” to share, and my mind swirls with so many things! If you want to get into real estate, get a good mentor. Focus on people rather than on “closing the deal.” Do not use “scripts,” unless you’re using them to become familiar with what you need to know.

My husband Orlando is an Army veteran, and I had pursued modeling and acting, as well as competitive beach doubles volleyball, but I set those things aside after marrying young.

Serving you with passion and professionalism – WE GOT YOU!

Also, be genuine. If you aren’t experienced, be honest; if you are experienced, be humble. Take as many classes as possible so you are up-to-date and have a greater knowledge base. Do not try to close a deal if it is not the best thing for your clients.

At this point in my life, I am focused on family, writing books, and building a small team I can encourage, train, and share my experiences with. I have always been a “mother hen” and would like to raise up real estate agents who will be known for their character, professionalism, and kindness. My husband Orlando was my first (and favorite) team member for the Jaci-O Group, and I am in the process of adding more. Our motto is “Serving you with passion and professionalism – we got you!” We have a home in Houston, where Orlando works, and one in Corpus Christi. We also have five dogs. Orlando and I are focused on publishing our books in the next couple of years, with more to be published in years to come. We are writing children’s books, a novel, and several other inspirational books.

We aim to have financial freedom so we can spend more time working in ministry and public service. My desire is to help transform Corpus Christi into a “City United.” I will focus on helping our youth find greater purpose and stability, as well as resources to read and succeed. I will also focus on building “community” with all people from all walks of life. I will serve and I will protect while I help change the world.