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Matt Tallent

Matt Tallent

Call Philly Home @ Keller Williams Main Line

Call Philly Home @ Keller Williams Main Line

Written by: Jamie Taylor

Photography by: Berridge Photography

Written by: Jamie Taylor Photography by: Berridge Photography

Matt Tallent, founder of the Call Philly Home Team (Keller Williams Main Line) has a passion for all things real estate. Whether he is growing his personal portfolio or helping others navigate homeownership, Matt finds fulfillment in each aspect of his career, and his status as both an investor and REALTOR® are especially meaningful accomplishments, considering they represent a childhood dream come true.

Matt Tallent, founder of the Call Philly Home Team (Keller Williams Main Line) has a passion for all things real estate. Whether he is growing his personal portfolio or helping others navigate homeownership, Matt finds fulfillment in each aspect of his career, and his status as both an investor and REALTOR® are especially meaningful accomplishments, considering they represent a childhood dream come true.

From an early age, Matt envisioned himself one day flipping houses and owning properties - aspirations that stemmed from the consumption of a lot of HGTV and helping his mom with projects around the house. After graduating college, Matt made steps toward making those goals a reality, as he took a job in sales while simultaneously opening a landscaping company with a friend. As their business grew, Matt and his friend quit their day jobs and focused fully on their lawn service, with the intention of purchasing their first personal properties, respectively, from the profits.

From an early age, Matt envisioned himself one day flipping houses and owning properties - aspirations that stemmed from the consumption of a lot of HGTV and helping his mom with projects around the house. After graduating college, Matt made steps toward making those goals a reality, as he took a job in sales while simultaneously opening a landscaping company with a friend. As their business grew, Matt and his friend quit their day jobs and focused fully on their lawn service, with the intention of purchasing their first personal properties, respectively, from the profits.

Unfortunately, the duo quickly learned one of the pitfalls of being new entrepreneurs. “[We] were ready to buy our first homes when the lender told us we couldn’t, because we didn’t have two years of self-employed income,” Matt recalls, adding that he and his friend decided their best option was to pack in the business and become W2 employees.

Unfortunately, the duo quickly learned one of the pitfalls of being new entrepreneurs. “[We] were ready to buy our first homes when the lender told us we couldn’t, because we didn’t have two years of self-employed income,” Matt recalls, adding that he and his friend decided their best option was to pack in the business and become W2 employees.

After transitioning to a corporate role, Matt was able to push forward with the homeownership process, and, in 2018, he bought his first property, which he quickly turned into an income stream by renting rooms to friends. That same year, he expanded his portfolio further, purchasing a second home in partnership with his girlfriend (now wife), Anna.

After transitioning to a corporate role, Matt was able to push forward with the homeownership process, and, in 2018, he bought his first property, which he quickly turned into an income stream by renting rooms to friends. That same year, he expanded his portfolio further, purchasing a second home in partnership with his girlfriend (now wife), Anna.

Though his earnings at the new job gave him means to make these transactions, Matt says the grind of o ce life began to wear thin. “I ended up hating my corporate America gig: ten hours behind a computer [every] day, with a commute, making entry level pay.”

Though his earnings at the new job gave him means to make these transactions, Matt says the grind of o ce life began to wear thin. “I ended up hating my corporate America gig: ten hours behind a computer [every] day, with a commute, making entry level pay.”

Not an ideal scenario, and Matt decided the timing was right to push his passion for real estate beyond investing. Obtaining his license in 2019, he started working with the The How Group (Compass Real Estate) on the side. The part-time commitment allowed him to make a couple of sales, but it was not conducive to building expertise in the field. As a result, Matt quit his day job the following year, intending to make a full-time switch to real estate, and he remembers feeling exhilarated but anxious about the leap, specifically as it was complicated by the arrival of the pandemic. “I was in the o ce, learning from amazing agents, then Covid comes. Two weeks later I’m sent home - working in my home o ce alone, not knowing how to get started, paying for my own health care, making no money,” he shares.

Not an ideal scenario, and Matt decided the timing was right to push his passion for real estate beyond investing. Obtaining his license in 2019, he started working with the The How Group (Compass Real Estate) on the side. The part-time commitment allowed him to make a couple of sales, but it was not conducive to building expertise in the field. As a result, Matt quit his day job the following year, intending to make a full-time switch to real estate, and he remembers feeling exhilarated but anxious about the leap, specifically as it was complicated by the arrival of the pandemic. “I was in the o ce, learning from amazing agents, then Covid comes. Two weeks later I’m sent home - working in my home o ce alone, not knowing how to get started, paying for my own health care, making no money,” he shares.

Luckily, The How Group needed help in their leasing department at the time, and Matt was able to fill the role. “It wasn’t much money, but it was a dream for me,” he says, adding that being based out of his home for the position gave him enough free time to remodel the property he and Anna had purchased together, which, in turn, allowed them to purchase another investment property later that year.

Luckily, The How Group needed help in their leasing department at the time, and Matt was able to fill the role. “It wasn’t much money, but it was a dream for me,” he says, adding that being based out of his home for the position gave him enough free time to remodel the property he and Anna had purchased together, which, in turn, allowed them to purchase another investment property later that year.

In 2021, Matt decided to trade in his leasing role for a second shot at

In 2021, Matt decided to trade in his leasing role for a second shot at

working with buyers and sellers, and he o cially reset. Determined to be the best agent he could be, he sought insight from industry experts and hired a real estate coach to lessen his learning curve. “I didn’t know anything about sales. I thought you had to be a born salesperson. I didn’t know you could become one. I focused on what I could control - waking up early at 5a.m., reading a business book a week, going to the o ce every day... I asked my team leader, Jesse Johnston, if there was a way to be successful in sales. He said, ‘If you have 20 real estate conversations a day, you will be successful.’ I didn’t know if that was true, but it was a metric to hold myself to, so I focused on that...,” Matt recalls. His dedication paid o , and, by the end of the year, he’d not only increased his business substantially, but he was able to purchase his fourth investment property as well.

working with buyers and sellers, and he o cially reset. Determined to be the best agent he could be, he sought insight from industry experts and hired a real estate coach to lessen his learning curve. “I didn’t know anything about sales. I thought you had to be a born salesperson. I didn’t know you could become one. I focused on what I could control - waking up early at 5a.m., reading a business book a week, going to the o ce every day... I asked my team leader, Jesse Johnston, if there was a way to be successful in sales. He said, ‘If you have 20 real estate conversations a day, you will be successful.’ I didn’t know if that was true, but it was a metric to hold myself to, so I focused on that...,” Matt recalls. His dedication paid o , and, by the end of the year, he’d not only increased his business substantially, but he was able to purchase his fourth investment property as well.

During this time, Matt switched brokerages to Keller Williams, and the move allowed him to start his own team and expand his network. “I got to be around other top performing agents like Mike McCann the Real Estate Man!, Erica Duschele, Jim Onesti, and many more... To me it was like walking into the Baseball Hall of Fame of real estate every day,” he explains.

During this time, Matt switched brokerages to Keller Williams, and the move allowed him to start his own team and expand his network. “I got to be around other top performing agents like Mike McCann the Real Estate Man!, Erica Duschele, Jim Onesti, and many more... To me it was like walking into the Baseball Hall of Fame of real estate every day,” he explains.

Building such relationships has been a highlight in Matt’s career, and he is thankful for the resources others have invested in him along the way. “My favorite part of real estate is how kind everyone has been to me with their time, teaching [me] about real estate investing and being an agent... [People] want to help you; you just have to ask - and pay them back by doing the work,” he says.

Building such relationships has been a highlight in Matt’s career, and he is thankful for the resources others have invested in him along the way. “My favorite part of real estate is how kind everyone has been to me with their time, teaching [me] about real estate investing and being an agent... [People] want to help you; you just have to ask - and pay them back by doing the work,” he says.

These days, Matt is focused on not only “paying it back,” but also on paying it forward by mentoring new agents, and he says sharing his knowledge with his peers, as well as buyers, sellers, friends and family, is very rewarding. “I picked this career because I love two things: real estate and working with people. It’s great to be involved in a career where you get to become a meaningful part of people’s lives.”

These days, Matt is focused on not only “paying it back,” but also on paying it forward by mentoring new agents, and he says sharing his knowledge with his peers, as well as buyers, sellers, friends and family, is very rewarding. “I picked this career because I love two things: real estate and working with people. It’s great to be involved in a career where you get to become a meaningful part of people’s lives.”

Along those lines, Matt has hosted several free gatherings as an opportunity for new and experienced investors to connect, and he has plans to o er future educational initiatives that he hopes will make real estate information assessable to everyone. Additionally, Matt will co-host an upcoming event to share tips he learned through his recent experience of turning his latest investment property, a beach house, into a thriving AirBnb – something he and Anna were able to achieve in only seven months, with the help of an industry coach.

Along those lines, Matt has hosted several free gatherings as an opportunity for new and experienced investors to connect, and he has plans to o er future educational initiatives that he hopes will make real estate information assessable to everyone. Additionally, Matt will co-host an upcoming event to share tips he learned through his recent experience of turning his latest investment property, a beach house, into a thriving AirBnb – something he and Anna were able to achieve in only seven months, with the help of an industry coach.

foundation for his success. He also gives major props to Anna for being an amazing partner, both in marriage and in enterprise. “She has helped me a ton with our real estate business... I’m always amazed at how she steps up and how much she does for us...,” he says. “Us” presumably includes the two sweet fur-babies Matt and Anna share: Maggie and Naomi.

foundation for his success. He also gives major props to Anna for being an amazing partner, both in marriage and in enterprise. “She has helped me a ton with our real estate business... I’m always amazed at how she steps up and how much she does for us...,” he says. “Us” presumably includes the two sweet fur-babies Matt and Anna share: Maggie and Naomi.

Outside of real estate, Matt enjoys spending time with his family. He is close to his parents and credits them with teaching him the work ethic that has been the

Outside of real estate, Matt enjoys spending time with his family. He is close to his parents and credits them with teaching him the work ethic that has been the

By following his passion and being willing to learn from others, Matt has been the author of his own success in real estate. It’s an impressive feat… and an admirable one, considering that he is always hopeful for an opportunity to share all that he has learned with others. No surprise, then, that Matt wrapped up his interview with this open invitation for all: “Come to our meetups and get to know some other local investors. It will push you forward, and you’ll get to meet some great people!”

By following his passion and being willing to learn from others, Matt has been the author of his own success in real estate. It’s an impressive feat… and an admirable one, considering that he is always hopeful for an opportunity to share all that he has learned with others. No surprise, then, that Matt wrapped up his interview with this open invitation for all: “Come to our meetups and get to know some other local investors. It will push you forward, and you’ll get to meet some great people!”

making a di erence

making a di erence

Written by: Ruth Gnirk

Photography by: Berridge Photography

Written by: Ruth Gnirk

Photography by: Berridge Photography

GRAY SR. AARON

Century 21 Advantage Gold

Aaron Gray Sr: The Minister of Real Estate

Aaron L. Gray Sr. is an award-winning REALTOR® and he wears many hats. He is passionate about educating consumers and colleagues alike and has adopted the moniker “The Ambassador of Real Estate Education.” Driven by this passion, he seeks to keep his clients informed, mentors agents, and is a published author of the book 5 Keys to Becoming an Above Average Agent. Because he serves as an established community resource to help others with their houses, homes, and hearts seven days a week, Aaron is a ectionately known as “The Minister of Real Estate.”

His life has meaning, and brings meaning to others, through five distinctive aspects: faith, family, friends, fitness, and fun.

“I am driven by my faith,” Aaron smiled warmly. “It impacts the way I live my life. My faith inspires me to be a resource to others through honesty, integrity, and service. It also empowers me as I serve as an ordained minister and assistant pastor at Bethel Deliverance International Church. My faith isn’t just about what I do on Sunday, it’s about how I live every day.”

“My second greatest motivator is family. First, my own, then the families in my community,” he continued. “My wife Teresa and I have been married for more than 30 years. We have learned a lot in that time, and together we assist other couples seeking to strengthen their relationship and deepen their family bond. Teresa and I have three adult sons, a beloved granddaughter, a cat, and a grand-dog.”

The other three factors that bring meaning to my life are friendship, fitness, and fun. “I make friends easily, and I build on, and treasure, these relationships in all aspects of my life and work,” noted Aaron. “As for fitness, it keeps me focused and helps me to start my day. I have a standing “5 AM with Mr. Gym” appointment Monday through Friday. And last but not least, I am driven by things that I find fun including teaching, public speaking, reading, writing, word and board games, travel, watching Philadelphia Sports Teams, and selling real estate!”

The other three factors that bring meaning to my life are friendship, fitness, and fun. “I make friends easily, and I build on, and treasure, these relationships in all aspects of my life and work,” noted Aaron. “As for fitness, it keeps me focused and helps me to start my day. I have a standing “5 AM with Mr. Gym” appointment Monday through Friday. And last but not least, I am driven by things that I find fun including teaching, public speaking, reading, writing, word and board games, travel, watching Philadelphia Sports Teams, and selling real estate!”

Entrepreneur

Entrepreneur

Aaron worked in the cleaning industry for two decades. He served clients diligently and found success providing residential and commercial cleaning services.

Aaron worked in the cleaning industry for two decades. He served clients diligently and found success providing residential and commercial cleaning services.

In 2007, Aaron’s wife Teresa and two of their cousins enrolled in real estate school. The following year, Aaron obtained his real estate license to work in a part-time capacity. However, he was awakened two nights in a row by a vivid dream in which God instructed him to “do real estate full-time”.

In 2007, Aaron’s wife Teresa and two of their cousins enrolled in real estate school. The following year, Aaron obtained his real estate license to work in a part-time capacity. However, he was awakened two nights in a row by a vivid dream in which God instructed him to “do real estate full-time”.

Despite the change in economics and the real estate industry, Aaron followed through and pursued real estate full-time.

Despite the change in economics and the real estate industry, Aaron followed through and pursued real estate full-time.

He worked at his cousin’s brokerage for two years, then joined another boutique brokerage for the next five. Although he applied himself diligently, Aaron was not confident in his ability to advise and advocate.

He worked at his cousin’s brokerage for two years, then joined another boutique brokerage for the next five. Although he applied himself diligently, Aaron was not confident in his ability to advise and advocate.

Shortly after that, Anne Rubin (the Managing Broker of the Elkins Park o ce of Century 21 Advantage Gold), recruited him to join the team. In July of 2015, after 4 meetings he agreed.

Shortly after that, Anne Rubin (the Managing Broker of the Elkins Park o ce of Century 21 Advantage Gold), recruited him to join the team. In July of 2015, after 4 meetings he agreed.

Above-Average Agent

Above-Average Agent

During his first visit to the brokerage’s corporate center, the Lord impressed upon him, ‘You are home,’ and everything changed,” Aaron reminisced. “In 2016 I sold 13 homes, doubling my average production of the previous seven years. The next year I tripled my production by selling 39 homes, and I have been a top producer every year since!”

During his first visit to the brokerage’s corporate center, the Lord impressed upon him, ‘You are home,’ and everything changed,” Aaron reminisced. “In 2016 I sold 13 homes, doubling my average production of the previous seven years. The next year I tripled my production by selling 39 homes, and I have been a top producer every year since!”

Aaron loves the culture and the people of Century 21 Advantage Gold. He is honored to be part of a brokerage that is involved in many community e orts and events each season, including raising money for Easter Seals.

Aaron has great respect for his servant-leadership team and shared that co-owner (and international speaker and trainer) Bill Lublin, and managing broker, Anne Rubin, are both selling and shaping real estate. They inspire him to excel.

Aaron loves the culture and the people of Century 21 Advantage Gold. He is honored to be part of a brokerage that is involved in many community e orts and events each season, including raising money for Easter Seals. Aaron has great respect for his servant-leadership team and shared that co-owner (and international speaker and trainer) Bill Lublin, and managing broker, Anne Rubin, are both selling and shaping real estate. They inspire him to excel.

“Education, communication, and negotiation are three of my core competencies,” Aaron noted. “My areas of expertise include client satisfaction, estate sales, short sales, and relocation. I am honored to say that I closed 37 transactions last year as an independent agent. My slogan, “I rise before the sun to get the job done” embraces the spirit of my real estate business.

“Education, communication, and negotiation are three of my core competencies,” Aaron noted. “My areas of expertise include client satisfaction, estate sales, short sales, and relocation. I am honored to say that I closed 37 transactions last year as an independent agent. My slogan, “I rise before the sun to get the job done” embraces the spirit of my real estate business.

Minister of Real Estate

Minister of Real Estate

“Real estate is larger than buying and selling,” Aaron explained. “It is about connecting with people so you can understand the whole picture and help each client refine and accomplish their dreams. Part of my dream, now, is to be on stage, sharing what I have learned.”

“Real estate is larger than buying and selling,” Aaron explained. “It is about connecting with people so you can understand the whole picture and help each client refine and accomplish their dreams. Part of my dream, now, is to be on stage, sharing what I have learned.”

Aaron was sought out by potential clients seeking to sell their house as the result of an impending breakup. After sharing his background of working with couples he helped the couple work on their relationship. Instead of selling their house, Aaron o ciated their wedding ceremony. And to him, that was a greater success.

Aaron was sought out by potential clients seeking to sell their house as the result of an impending breakup. After sharing his background of working with couples he helped the couple work on their relationship. Instead of selling their house, Aaron o ciated their wedding ceremony. And to him, that was a greater success.

Dual-licensed in PA and NJ, Aaron is also a contributor to the REALTOR® Political Action Committee (RPAC). He is recognized as a Power Agent® and serves as a real estate instructor through Tri-County Suburban REALTORS® as well as on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Aaron also serves as a mentor through NAR’s Spire program and as a Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) ambassador. He has earned multiple designations as a Negotiator (RENE), Seller’s Representative Specialist (SRS), Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), and an agent who promotes diversity (AHWD).

Dual-licensed in PA and NJ, Aaron is also a contributor to the REALTOR® Political Action Committee (RPAC). He is recognized as a Power Agent® and serves as a real estate instructor through Tri-County Suburban REALTORS® as well as on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Aaron also serves as a mentor through NAR’s Spire program and as a Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) ambassador. He has earned multiple designations as a Negotiator (RENE), Seller’s Representative Specialist (SRS), Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), and an agent who promotes diversity (AHWD).

It is Aaron’s goal and duty to enhance and improve the image of the real estate industry. He wants to change the mindset of consumers and colleagues, and elevate agents and the industry to a higher standard. This is why he does not rob people of the connection between his faith and his work. He is the same man, every day of the week.

It is Aaron’s goal and duty to enhance and improve the image of the real estate industry. He wants to change the mindset of consumers and colleagues, and elevate agents and the industry to a higher standard. This is why he does not rob people of the connection between his faith and his work. He is the same man, every day of the week.

Aaron makes a di erence in the way that he educates his clients and provides personalized customer service. As a trusted advisor, he gathers information and shares it with his clients so they can make the best decisions. Then he steps into his role as an advocate and supports his clients, championing their cause.

Aaron makes a di erence in the way that he educates his clients and provides personalized customer service. As a trusted advisor, he gathers information and shares it with his clients so they can make the best decisions. Then he steps into his role as an advocate and supports his clients, championing their cause.

He also makes time to travel with Teresa on one or two special trips each year. Aaron also has an 11-year tradition of participating in a yearly man-cation for an Eagles away game.

He also makes time to travel with Teresa on one or two special trips each year. Aaron also has an 11-year tradition of participating in a yearly man-cation for an Eagles away game.

“As The Minister of Real Estate my number one goal is to defy mediocrity and deliver extraordinary experiences to sellers, buyers, and investors,” Aaron shared, enthusiastically. “I accomplish this by being obsessed with better, and giving 121% from start to finish, in the process of buying or selling real estate. Real estate is not just about selling property, it is about building relation ships with people and helping them achieve their dreams.”

“As The Minister of Real Estate my number one goal is to defy mediocrity and deliver extraordinary experiences to sellers, buyers, and investors,” Aaron shared, enthusiastically. “I accomplish this by being obsessed with better, and giving 121% from start to finish, in the process of buying or selling real estate. Real estate is not just about selling property, it is about building relationships with people and helping them achieve their dreams.”

rising star featured agent

rising star featured agent

Written by: Dave Danielson

Photography by: Bryant Sanders

Written by: Dave Danielson

Photography by: Bryant Sanders

Madinah Hill

UNCERTAIN EXPECTATIONS

UNCERTAIN EXPECTATIONS

Madinah remembers growing up. At the time, she wasn’t sure what her future would hold. “As a small child, I remember being in the shelter and low-income housing and not knowing anything about homeownership. I was living in the inner city in poverty,” she recalls. “I didn’t always know that I would be successful when I grew up. I had no idea of where my life was going. I had low confidence.”

Madinah remembers growing up. At the time, she wasn’t sure what her future would hold.

“As a small child, I remember being in the shelter and low-income housing and not knowing anything about homeownership. I was living in the inner city in poverty,” she recalls. “I didn’t always know that I would be successful when I grew up. I had no idea of where my life was going. I had low confidence.”

One of the pivotal turning points for her confidence level was when she got her first job when she was 15 years old … in customer service. “My confidence started to rise because I was able to help other people,” Madinah says. “In high school, I was bullied and didn’t have high self-esteem. When I got a job, things turned around for me.”

One of the pivotal turning points for her confidence level was when she got her first job when she was 15 years old … in customer service.

“My confidence started to rise because I was able to help other people,” Madinah says. “In high school, I was bullied and didn’t have high self-esteem. When I got a job, things turned around for me.”

Moving forward after high school, Madinah took a job as a PNC Bank Teller.

Moving forward after high school, Madinah took a job as a PNC Bank Teller.

“That turned my life around. I saw so many ideas about how money can be made … I learned the power of communication and being able to help people. After I did that for a year, I worked for a major telecommunications company.”

“That turned my life around. I saw so many ideas about how money can be made … I learned the power of communication and being able to help people. After I did that for a year, I worked for a major telecommunications company.”

OPENING NEW VIEWS

OPENING NEW VIEWS

In time, Madinah worked her way up to corporate and analytical work. She was surrounded by co-workers who were generally older than her who were looking online for houses. So Madinah decided to take a look, too.

In time, Madinah worked her way up to corporate and analytical work. She was surrounded by co-workers who were generally older than her who were looking online for houses. So Madinah decided to take a look, too.

“Under the pictures of the houses, I saw names of REALTORS® with their pictures,” Madinah says. “I didn’t know anything about what a REALTOR® did. I did some research and I saw you didn’t need a degree to do it, and that there was a real estate school down the street. Something just told me to go.”

“Under the pictures of the houses, I saw names of REALTORS® with their pictures,” Madinah says. “I didn’t know anything about what a REALTOR® did. I did some research and I saw you didn’t need a degree to do it, and that there was a real estate school down the street. Something just told me to go.”

She earned her license and started her learning curve, working to secure business. The first year was completely dry for Madinah, with no sales. She moved back to Pennsylvania after having lived in New Jersey and got her license here.

She earned her license and started her learning curve, working to secure business. The first year was completely dry for Madinah, with no sales. She moved back to Pennsylvania after having lived in New Jersey and got her license here.

GAINING GROUND

GAINING GROUND

Eventually, the first glimmers of success came through one of Madinah’s friends who bought a house. Around the same time, she also began working with REALTOR® Belinda Johnson at Keller Williams.

Eventually, the first glimmers of success came through one of Madinah’s friends who bought a house. Around the same time, she also began working with REALTOR® Belinda Johnson at Keller Williams.

As a small child, I remember being in the shelter and low-income housing and not knowing anything about homeownership. I was living in the inner city in poverty. I didn’t always know that I would be successful when I grew up.

“I talked with her and felt a strong connection. I trusted her, and she believed in me,” Madinah remembers. “I had felt lost, but her belief and guidance really helped me grow as a person and it helped me to love more about myself.”

“I talked with her and felt a strong connection. I trusted her, and she believed in me,” Madinah remembers. “I had felt lost, but her belief and guidance really helped me grow as a person and it helped me to love more about myself.”

In the process of working with Belinda, Madinah increased her sales volume to $2.5 million in the year that followed.

In the process of working with Belinda, Madinah increased her sales volume to $2.5 million in the year that followed.

Today, Madinah continues growing in the business. One of the most rewarding parts of each day for her is having the chance to mentor others.

When it comes to giving back to the community, Madinah and her team conduct back-to-school drives. She has also enjoyed volunteering for Habitat for Humanity.

When it comes to giving back to the community, Madinah and her team conduct back-to-school drives. She has also enjoyed volunteering for Habitat for Humanity.

With a committed approach to providing one-on-one time and attention, Madinah makes a genuine and caring di erence each day … in turn, making life better for those around her by putting her forward drive into motion.

Today, Madinah continues growing in the business. One of the most rewarding parts of each day for her is having the chance to mentor others.

“What’s beautiful about it is I never thought as a kid that I would be a REALTOR® and be good at it. Imagine helping people with a goal and on top of that helping them with something they never thought they could accomplish,” Madinah says. “I still work in corporate America full-time, but I’m not passionate about it like I am about real estate.”

“What’s beautiful about it is I never thought as a kid that I would be a REALTOR® and be good at it. Imagine helping people with a goal and on top of that helping them with something they never thought they could accomplish,” Madinah says. “I still work in corporate America full-time, but I’m not passionate about it like I am about real estate.”

FAMILY HIGHLIGHTS

FAMILY HIGHLIGHTS

Away from work, Madinah’s world is enriched by her family, including her mother, Imani.

Away from work, Madinah’s world is enriched by her family, including her mother, Imani.

“I’m really proud of her. We were in a shelter. It didn’t look like she would be a homeowner. But she is today. She inspires me,” Madinah smiles.

“I’m really proud of her. We were in a shelter. It didn’t look like she would be a homeowner. But she is today. She inspires me,” Madinah smiles.

“I also thank my grandmother, Barbara, who is a big supporter; my dad, Dante, who is a good cheerleader; my boyfriend, John who is a big supporter … he’s like a teammate in running my business. He takes care of a lot, including driving me to showings, picking up lock boxes and supplies and handing out fliers; and Kimberly, who is a good friend of mine who just got her real estate license. Two other big influences on me were my aunts, Eleza and Nicki, who both have passed. They always believed in me before I believed in myself.”

“I also thank my grandmother, Barbara, who is a big supporter; my dad, Dante, who is a good cheerleader; my boyfriend, John who is a big supporter … he’s like a teammate in running my business. He takes care of a lot, including driving me to showings, picking up lock boxes and supplies and handing out fliers; and Kimberly, who is a good friend of mine who just got her real estate license. Two other big influences on me were my aunts, Eleza and Nicki, who both have passed. They always believed in me before I believed in myself.”

With a committed approach to providing one-on-one time and attention, Madinah makes a genuine and caring di erence each day … in turn, making life better for those around her by putting her forward drive into motion.

In her free time, Madinah has a passion for decorating her house, She and John also share a love for exercising. Madinah also enjoys traveling and cooking.

In her free time, Madinah has a passion for decorating her house, She and John also share a love for exercising. Madinah also enjoys traveling and cooking.

I had felt lost, but her belief and guidance really helped me grow as a person and it helped me to love more about myself.

I had felt lost, but her belief and guidance really helped me grow as a person and it helped me to love more about myself.

BRITT

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