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Scoot McCullough
The King Of Closings
By Natalie Downey
Purchasing a home is a delicate dance, a transaction that bridges the past and future, leading the buyer to a hopeful tomorrow. With all the nuances that surround finally finding the place of your dreams, knowing you’re working with the “best of the best” makes a world of difference.
Scoot McCullough photo by Tanku Productions
One thing you can say about Scoot is that he doesn’t let anything hold him back. For him, this isn’t just a home you’re buying – it’s a lifestyle; and he isn’t just successful at closings – he’s the King of Closings. When Scoot decides to do something, he goes above and beyond, and his natural ambition has driven him to excel in the world of real estate, a world he didn’t even expect to be traversing.
Years ago, Scoot had reluctantly decided to pursue another career, one he admits he wasn’t enthusiastic about. He had the tuition check in his hand as he walked through the door to pay for a Healthcare Administration degree when he received a call back about realtor training. “I turned right back around and walked out,” Scoot recalls.
It was as a sign for him, and with that, he got his real estate license and started selling. With a past sports career as a professional wheelchair basketball player for the Atlanta Rolling Hawks, Scoot soon discovered that his connections in the world of athletics led him to finding his niche in selling luxury homes to athletes and celebrities both in Columbus and Atlanta.
Over time he had built a world of connections through sports, music, and traveling. “I guess I just knew the right people,” he explains. “The world is really small, believe it or not.”
Attention to detail and a commitment to service quickly earned Scoot a reputation as a knowledgeable realtor who is willing to do the work to make each experience personal for the buyer. Today, he’s known in Columbus as the agent who sells to more celebrities than any other, and has become a real estate celebrity in his own right. Scoot’s own style and calm professionalism give people confidence that buying with Scoot is a guarantee they’ll be well taken care of.
Scoot’s success as a realtor is largely due to his persistently positive mindset. “Everything has its challenges, no matter what your physical capabilities are,” he says. As someone who has used a wheelchair for most of his life, Scoot knows the reality of having to overcome obstacles. “I’ve had to adapt,” he explains. “But that’s something most people have to do in one way or another.” He hopes to inspire others who might have unique situations as he rises to the top and settles for nothing less than the best.
Scoot McCullough, Brooks Brannan, Princess Garrett, JaTeka Green & Bri Haynes -
photo by RB Photography
As his business grows, so has his team of reputable realtors, each bringing their own strengths to the table. Listening to him talk about each member of his team, it’s easy to see Scoot takes pride in each of them, and in what they’re building together. “We offer top-tier service,” he says.
Excellent personal service is just one of the many distinguishing factors that set Scoot’s team of agents apart from other real estate teams. “We build relationships with people,” says agent Brooks Brannan, explaining that he treats potential buyers as more than just clients. Each buying experience is unique, and Scoot’s team is committed to going above and beyond for their clients, communicating with complete honesty, and having fun in the process. “Integrity with every connection,” is a core value that JaTeka Green, a member of Scoot’s team, takes pride in.
Having a reliable team of reputable sellers means Scoot can offer even more to the community, whose support has meant the world to him. “Without the community, there’s no me,” he says.
Today, Scoot has sold millions of dollars of real estate, and has made a name for himself in the local community and Atlanta area as the King of Closings. As Scoot and his team push forward in the world of real estate, the opportunities are endless, and Scoot is committed to opening the doors of the future with his clients, one house at a time.
Contact Scoot for your home buying and selling needs at thekingofclosings.com (706) 580-2297
Scoot and his team’s new office is located at 5650 Whitesville Road, Suite 201.
