TEXAS 10-24-22

TEXAS EDITION

COVER STORY

MICHELLE REED FEATURED AGENTS

ANGIE BYERLY KELLY VESSELS MURALI KODEMALA PHILIP RAYOS

CREATIVE MEDITATION for the Real Estate Professional 7 Simple Tips that are Proven to Help You

STAY AHEAD OF THE COMPETITION Top Agent Tips and Questions for

CHOOSING YOUR LISTING AGENT

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Top Agent Tips and Questions for Choosing Your Listing Agent Now that you’ve decided to sell, it’s time to select the professional to help you market your property. Before meeting with agents, however, consider Top Agent Magazine’s tips for preparing yourself. Frist, ask yourself what kind of relationship you’d like to have with your listing agent. Are you seeking a casual, personable relationship and the latest marketing tools or are you interested in a more formal, traditional relationship and approach to marketing techniques? Next, populate your list of agents by attending open houses and asking for recommendations from recent buyers and sellers.

Finally, schedule your meetings at your home, where you’ll be able to gauge the chemistry between you and each agent.

During your meetings, expect any Top Agent to ask you several questions, but also consider discussing the following: 4

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Will you please describe your sales experience and local network?

Ask your Top Agent to describe recent listings and sales of homes comparable to your own. Ask about the sellers’ priorities, the original list price, market time and number of offers. Top Agents will also describe how well they are connected with other REALTORS® in the region as well as their contacts with relocation companies, local corporations and chambers of commerce.

Be sure to ask about each agent’s knowledge of how your market has changed over time and what has influenced change.

You’ll learn a lot by listening to agents’ opinions.

How will you market the property? Each

Top Agent has a unique set of online or local marketing tools at his or her disposal. Some use lead-generation applications and nearly ever luxury agent take advantage of video. Even video marketing tools vary from agent-to-agent, however.

You’ll get to decide if you prefer an agent with higher-end video production and 3D Matterport tours or an agent with more intimate techniques featuring walk-and-talk style video tours.

What factors influence your list-price recommendation? Before an-

swering this question, most Top Agents will have several questions for you, including whether you’re more focused on a faster sale or a higher list price.

They’ll also educate you on how best to balance both market time and list price relative to sales histories your area.

Now that you’ve seen the home, what repairs or improvements do you recommend before listing? You’ll learn a lot by listening to agents’

opinions on your home’s sale potential with or without some improvements.

Most Top Agents will also recommend a full professional inspection prior to listing to avoid surprises during buyer inspection.

How will you help with staging? Some Top Agents will pay for part or

all of the staging costs. At a minimum, however, a Top Agent will have a staging professional or two in their partner network. While they’re at it, they may provide referrals for carpet cleaning, painting, gardening and other minor finishing touches.

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What attributes of the property will you want to highlight? Each Top

Agent will have a somewhat different answer to this question, but that’s a good thing! Even if you have your own ideas about your home’s greatest attributes, you’ll glean insight into the current market by considering different agents’ opinions. In learning their views, you may even change your mind about your home’s most marketable features!

What is your approach to Open Houses? How many agent-only Open

Houses will your Top Agent want to host? How many truly Open Houses?

Some Top Agents may even reveal a “swankier” approach to the Open House – such as an evening cocktail party or by-invitation “open” hours to which buyers visit along with the agent representing them.

Who will be our primary point(s) of contact from your office? This

important question will help you understand the scope of your agent’s practice. You’ll get to see if your agent runs a robust team with many hands on deck or if he or she works by close, one-on-one contact with each client.

Either approach is wonderful; you get to decide what suits you.

Now, let’s list!

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MICHELLE REED

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Top Agent Michelle Reed of Trinity Country Real Estate, specializes in land and ranch properties. Her regional expertise is unparalleled in Parker, Palo Pinto, Erath, Wise, Eastland, Callahan, Jack, Young, and Comanche counties.

When Michelle Reed first entered the real estate industry in 2015, it didn’t take long for her to realize how much she loved it. “I was hired as an office manager at a brokerage,” she explains. “I really wanted to get a feel for what to expect as an agent.” Her passion for it grew from there, and she soon earned her license.

By the fall of 2016, she was working as a full-time REALTOR®, helping clients 8

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achieve their buying and selling goals. “It’s just been a blast,” she says. Today she is thriving at Trinity Country Real Estate, where she has a licensed assistant/transaction coordinator, and a full-time social media and marketing team. Michelle specializes in land and ranch properties and loves sharing her knowledge with those she serves. Michelle’s regional expertise is unparalleled in Parker, Palo Pinto, Erath, Wise, Eastland, Callahan, Jack, Young, and Comanche counties.

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“There aren’t a lot of women who work in farm and ranch properties,” Michelle says. “But those of us that do, have great respect for each other and unending support. We all know we’re just a phone call away. I live the lifestyle. My husband and I have a ranch with cattle, and he’s an avid hunter, so I can relate to my clients very easily. He and my daughter show cutting horses in WCHA and NCHA and I show Reined Cowhorses in NRCHA.” When looking for the right land for her buyers, she puts herself in their shoes and never pressures them to make decisions.

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Always looking to expand her education, she learns as much as possible about any industry changes and is able to effectively answer her clients’ questions. “You want to be at the forefront of their mind when someone brings up real estate, so it’s very important to stay updated on what’s happening with the market, interest rates and the economy.”

Much of her business is made of referrals and repeat clients. Those who work with her appreciate her attention to detail and determination to go above and beyond.

“They’re not just a transaction to me.

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“There aren’t a lot of women who work in farm and ranch properties,” Michelle says. “But those of us that do, have great respect for each other and unending support. We all know we’re just a phone call away. I live the lifestyle. My husband and I have a ranch with cattle, and he’s an avid hunter, so I can relate to my clients very easily.”

My clients become my friends and family.” When it comes to her listings, Michelle takes her marketing to a whole other level.

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is small or minute, you’re doing an injustice to your sellers.”

Michelle utilizes many different tools for marketing her listings: Lands of America, Land.com, Land And Farm, LandWatch, the MLS, which syndicates properties to over 300 different websites and more. She also has her social media team who makes sure Top Agent Magazine

they’re getting as much exposure as possible on Facebook, Instagram and other platforms. When she has a new property that might appeal to a buyer she knows, she reaches out right away, letting them know it’s available. Whether it’s a traditional home, a ranch or a plot of land, Michelle is meticulous about her marketing!

Community is important to Michelle and her brokerage, so they make sure to give back throughout the year. They frequently support the local schools through fundraisers and are currently looking to work with a few more charities.

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Growth is on Michelle’s mind, and she plans to continue taking her business to new heights. “In five years, I would love to have a couple more people on the Trinity Country team,” she explains. “We’re really trying to grow our branding and expand our reach.”

If she could offer any piece of advice to new agents, it would be to stay motivated through difficult times. “It’s very hard to get started, and you need a team of people behind you to be successful. Find a broker who believes in you, and everything will fall into place.”

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For more information about Michelle Reed, please call 817-688-1701 or email mreedrealty@gmail.com

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7 Simple Tips that are Proven to Help You Stay Ahead of the Competition So you’ve created a successful business, congratulations! You probably did it by providing an unsurpassed level of customer service that not only meets customer expectations but exceeds them in a way that has made you stand out from the rest. As anyone can tell you, starting a successful business is not easy.

Now comes the even harder part. Not only sustaining that high level of performance, but continuing to grow and outpace the competition. There is no resting on your laurels in a competitive business market. Companies that stay successful for the longterm, make an active effort to keep on top. Here are just a few ways you can do the same.

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1. Know the competition It’s not enough to know what you excel at or what makes you unique, you need to know what your competitors are offering that makes them stand out. This serves two purposes: it will allow you to more clearly define your differences, or it may help you identify an area that you hadn’t considered before, opening up a potentially new way in which you can excel above the rest.

2. Know your customers You might know your clientele very well, but as economic conditions change, so does your

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customer’s needs. What might have been a priority a year ago, won’t be if we are in the midst of an economic downturn, for example.

As a business owner you should always be evaluating your strategies in every area constantly, knowing what your customer wants and needs from you is key. In fact you should be using your expertise to analyze potential market changes and anticipate those needs to stay ahead of the curve.

3. Have a strong understanding on what makes you unique Once you accomplish the first two, you should have a clear idea of what unique advantage you offer people. This needs to be clear to everyone, so you can then take that idea and run with it. Find your niche and then market yourself with a focus on that idea. If you have a clear thing you’re selling, it is well worth the investment to market yourself to the hilt with that in mind.

5. Think like your competitors One way your competitors looks to gain customers is by potentially taking yours. It goes without saying, you don’t want to let that happen. You’ve probably built great relationships, so really maintain those relationships by not only providing great service, but service that truly goes above and beyond. Find ways to give more to your customers. You might even want to start offering surveys, where your clients can tell you exactly what they’d like to see.This makes your clients not only feel heard, but blown away when you implement any changes they suggest.

6. Look for untapped markets Don’t settle for maintaining what you have, there could be untapped markets out there.

If you don’t get to them, your competitors will. So even if they come eventually, hopefully you’ll already be the dominate force in that market.

4. Keep up to date

7. Be a great boss

This goes for everything from technology to systems, marketing, and even your own personal image. If you have a brick and mortar location, you want to also keep things looking fresh and modern there, as well. First impressions are important for a reason. Everything about your business should tie into your marketing and branding. What are you selling and does everything line up to support that, from your business cards to your social media pages. Remember the key to branding and marketing is a consistent message.

One of the best things you can do to keep ahead of the rest, is by being a company where top talent and motivated newcomers want to be. Be the company that offers more than a competitive paycheck. Be a place that fosters talent, and offers scheduling and compensations packages that appeal more to people who think outside of the box. This will attract more innovative thinkers who value flexibility. Not only will you benefit from their talents, more importantly, your competition won’t.

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ANGIE BYERLY Sharing a close bond with her clients and dedicated to serving them no matter what their needs are, Angie Byerly stands out as a consummate real estate professional in her local market. Since getting her start 7 years ago when she needed a change after spending years being a stay-at-home mom, Angie’s passion for the business has only grown. With a Master’s Degree from the University of Oklahoma in Counseling, Angie forges personal connections with clients and works to understand their goals and needs. Guided by her passion for the business and by a desire to help others, Angie turns real estate dreams into reality.

A Texas native, Angie has lived in Big Spring for 21 years and serves the Permian Basin region. She has been with the same brokerage since she started: Home Realtors, a known name for over 58 years in Big Spring. The majority of Angie’s business this year has come from repeat and referral clients, a feat that speaks to the enduring relationships she builds. Angie attributes the success of her business to the way she treats all her clients with the same respect and integrity. “I don’t distinguish between my buyers, no matter the price point,” Angie explains. “I try to treat everyone the same. My passion also leads me to work with many firsttime homebuyers.”

Angie’s availability to her clients sets her apart. “I’m able to spend more time with my clients, so I can be a little more personal,” she says. Angie is known throughout her town and area, and her husband, an OB/GYN, has even delivered the babies of some of her clients. “It’s a small town and very personable, so my clients know me very well,” Angie says. As a familiar and friendly face, she stays in touch with her clients regularly, sending the occasional text to check in and let them know she’s thinking about them, and often running into them around town.

When it comes to marketing her listings, Angie’s approach focuses mainly on social media, including Facebook and Facebook Marketplace groups. That’s in addition to other marketing such as professional photography and videos.

The results are a resounding success, and Angie’s closings have more than doubled this year.

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she contributes to the Relay for Life, as well as having served with the Symphony Guild and the Symphony board. Angie has also worked with CASA of West Texas, as well as other community endeavors. Angie is the mom of 16-year-old triplets and when she is not working or giving back, she enjoys spending time with family, friends, traveling and navigating the high school life with her kids. “Getting into real estate after being a stay at home mom gave me the flexibility to continue to make my family a priority and not miss important events while my kids are still in school,” Angie explains.

Looking toward the future, Angie says, “I would like to see my business grow and continue to build my repeat and referral business by working smarter, not harder. I am transitioning from part-time to full-time, so I am finding I have more time to grow my business and help more people.” But Angie has no plans to grow her business to an unsustainable level, opting instead to continue her more personal approach. “I’d rather be readily available to friends and family and past clients that I can help,” Angie says. She recently got a Mortgage Loan Originator license to help buyers navigate the mortgage process. “I especially love working with first-time homebuyers. I get such satisfaction and joy from helping someone go from not knowing where to start and feeling overwhelmed, to going through the entire process and finally getting into their first home. That is so rewarding in the end.”

To find out more about Angie Byerly please call (432) 230-1993, email angie@home-realtors.net or visit facebook.com/Agbyerly www.

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Creative Meditation

for the Real Estate Professional The real estate world can be an industry of intense emotional and psychological pressure. Deadlines, meetings, employee needs, client needs and a hundred other items on which one needs to focus on a daily basis can create an environment that is not only not conducive to mental well-being, but can be outright detrimental.

Learning to quiet the mind has been the focus of meditation for millennia. While those not familiar with the concept of meditation may instinctively think of yoga mats, incense, and chanting when the word “meditation” arises, there are in fact, many forms of meditation that can integrate quite Top Agent Magazine

easily into the daily hustle & bustle world of the busy real estate agent.

First, think about when you are alone each day. Here are some possible times to practice mediation during the work day: • When driving to the office in the morning • When driving to a showing or to meet a client • Before your open house begins • After the open house • Driving home in the evening 17

Repeating a mantra can be very calming, particularly when you are trying to rid yourself of negative, self-defeating thoughts.

These are just five examples of times when you can take advantage of meditation techniques to quiet your mind and, by extension, increase productivity. A calm mind is a more thoughtful, better tuned instrument.

Here are some examples of meditations you can try.

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For when you’re driving, download and listen to any number of audio Guided Meditations available on the internet. YouTube has a generous selection of these, many of which are geared towards success in business.

2 Repeating a mantra can be very calm-

ing, particularly when you are trying to rid yourself of negative, self-defeating thoughts. It doesn’t matter what words you choose, as long as you feel good about your choice. “I am a success” or “I will approach all of my clients with love today” are two examples. Whatever works for you and gets you into the desired mindset.

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3 Something as simple as listening to pleasant music in your car can be considered meditation, provided it brings you to a place of comfort as opposed to one of spiritual discordance.

4 The most important thing, however, is to take time to find gratitude in everything you do. Count your blessings, be grateful the exciting career in real estate you have built for yourself.

Once you’ve mastered some of these techniques at quieting your mind, you can attempt to find some that work even better for you. Walking, plain silence, or even exercise can have meditative qualities and benefits if practiced on a regular basis.

When you’re truly feeling calm, your clients can sense this. And with this comes the feeling that you can be relied upon to stay focused and calm in any unforeseen circumstances. And in the world of real estate, that’s a highly prized commodity.

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KELLY VESSELS With his strong dedication to providing outstanding service and his love of forming personal connections with his clients, Kelly Vessels stands out in his local real estate market. Having always had a passion for real estate, Kelly finally took the leap after a career in electrical work. “I had always had an interest in real estate,” Kelly recalls. “So I got my license and left my electrical job of 20 years, and I put my head down and went to work.”

Since going into real estate full-time in 2017, Kelly has distinguished himself as a solo agent helping clients achieve their real estate goals.

Raised in Dallas, Kelly serves the area reaching from the Dallas-Ft. Worth metroplex all the way to Tyler/Lindale and all of Henderson County. An impressive 85% of his business comes from referrals, a sure sign that clients trust Kelly to take care of their family and friends. “I truly love working off of referrals. You see, referrals are referred to me by someone who trusted and loved them,” Kelly says. “I always help other agents understand that we don’t make a living off of a transaction, we make a living off of referrals. If you go into every transaction making sure you do your job in the best interest of your client, treat them as you would your own family, do everything right to the best of your ability, then they will refer you. I’ve been building a great referral base, as well as getting great testimonials on my website.”

Kelly forms lasting connections with his clients. “I try to make it personal,” he explains. “I want them to feel that I really do care, because I do. I work long and hard to make sure I’m crossing my t’s and dotting my i’s.

I want my clients to feel safe and comfortable with me, and I want them to know and feel that they are very well taken care of during each transaction and long after as friends. I treat them and I want them to feel like family.” Many of Kelly’s clients have ended up becoming close friends. “It’s really special to me to not only meet somebody for the first time but earn their trust Top Agent Magazine

throughout the process, and in the end, also become a lifelong family friend.”

Giving back to his community is important to Kelly and his colleagues. His office puts on a Health Fair in the Fall months that is open to the general public, where families can have access to free health screenings, immunizations, and health information. Every spring, they also hold a document shredding day that also serves as a bottled water drive for local firefighters. They also hold an annual “Out Of The House” party for their past and current Clients at Canton Trade Days.

When he’s not working, Kelly enjoys spending time with his family riding around on their side by sides on their 700-acre family ranch, and traveling with his wife, family and friends.

As for what the future holds, Kelly is currently taking classes for his broker’s license. More than anything, he looks forward to helping more people. “I just love meeting people,” Kelly says. “I love the atmosphere of real estate. In the five years I’ve been in the business, I’ve been able to not only help first-time homebuyers buy a house, but even help them sell that house and find another. I get to watch their kids grow up and attend their family events. I just enjoy the friendships. Our Office motto is WORK HARD, REST HARD, PLAY HARD.”

Contact Kelly at his office at 903-567-7777, direct on his cell at 903-802-9604, email Kelly@EXITRealtyPro.com or visit kvessels.exitrealtypro.com https://

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MURALI KODEMALA A proven businessman and investor in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Murali Kodemala has long been drawn to real estate. For years, he would build an accomplished career in the corporate sector, serving in the tech and IT industries. In 2011, though, he relocated to the Dallas area to delve into investments and property management, which soon sparked his interest in becoming a REALTOR®. After earning his real estate license in 2015, he would leverage his strong business acumen to distinguish himself in the local market—and the rest is history.

Today, Murali is a REALTOR® with Citiwide Alliance Realty, Inc., where he assists clients throughout the Dallas Fort Worth metropolitan area. Specializing in investment properties and property management, he has established an expert process to meet the needs of any transaction—from out-of-state investments to commercial properties, leases, and vacant land.

When serving his clients, Murali thoughtfully guides them to the right property for their best interests. As a seasoned investor himself, he equips them with unmatched insights into the local market, ensuring a seamless transaction each step of the way. As co-owner of a prominent property management company in the region, he is there for his clients long after the deals are done, helping them truly maximize their value in the marketplace.

Elsewhere, Murali is building a 300+ unit luxury apartment complex and is involved with a variety of local commercial development projects for the coming year.

For his leading standards of integrity and communication, he has earned a fantastic reputation throughout

Texas, with the vast majority of his volume stemming from repeat clients and referrals.

Now completing well over 100 transactions per year between investment properties, new homes, and leases, Murali remains committed to the core values that brought him to real estate in the first place. “At the end of the day, I’m genuinely passionate about investing in our area,” he says. “I won’t serve clients in a neighborhood or school district unless I have invested in there as well; that way, my buyers and sellers can trust that I have skin in the game in our local market and am personally committed to their success.”

Outside of real estate, Murali is dedicated to his community, serving on his subdivision’s Architecture Board and providing support to a local classical dance school attended by his daughter. When he’s not with clients or giving back, he can be found spending quality time with his family, attending his children’s taekwondo practices, or bike riding—enjoying all the DFW Metroplex has to offer.

As his volume maintains its steady growth, Murali intends on scaling up his work with land and commercial properties while further expanding his thriving property management business. Along the way, he looks forward to all the new clients and connections that await. “More than anything, our business comes down to transparency, follow-through, and guiding clients through the process,” he says. “I’m here to provide a one-stop-shop for all their real estate needs, from identifying strong options to helping them expand their investment portfolio. After all, there’s nothing more rewarding than seeing my clients satisfied at the end of their transaction.”

To learn more about Murali Kodemala, call (469) 844-0304 or email kodemala.realtor@gmail.com

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Is Starting a Team the Right Solution for your Business?

You’ve started your own real estate business and after a slow start, you’ve found your footing and business has really taken off. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Until maybe you’re getting more business than you can handle. After all, you don’t want to sacrifice service for more listings. The top-notch level of service you offer is probably what created your boom in Top Agent Magazine

business in the first place, so you don’t want to compromise that. But, at the same down, you don’t want to turn down business either. It’s at this point, a lot of Realtors® consider starting a team. But, how do you know if that’s the right call for you? Here are a few questions you might want to ask yourself to help make your decision.

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The top-notch level of service you offer is probably what created your boom in business in the first place, so you don’t want to compromise that.

CAN YOU AFFORD IT? First things first, are you really making enough money to warrant hiring help? One of the key things to think about is your ability to generate leads. Are you so busy with your existing contracts, that you have no spare time to generate more business? Then, it might be time to consider your options. Figure out the time you’ll be afforded to generate more business, how many more transactions that will lead

to, and then see if that pays for the assistant’s wages. That should help you easily see if it’s worth the investment. If it’s on the border, you may still want to go for it if you have a lot of confidence in the market and your ability to bring in business. If you’re not quite there yet though, it might be a good idea to look into a virtual assistant until your business is ready to expand.

ARE YOU READY TO BE A TEAM LEADER? Or in other words, how comfortable are you delegating tasks and responsibilities? For some agents, they need to be actively involved in every step of the process. Being a team leader is not only about being able to delegate, it’s about mentoring and guiding your team as well. Not only do you have to help them serve the team

better, you need to look at yourself honestly too, constantly evaluating what you can do better. It’s also your job to set up systems and operations, that are constantly refined with the feedback of your team members. Clear and constant communication is key with your clients as well as your team.

CAN YOU FIND PEOPLE WHO SHARE YOUR VISION? Of course, the above two points are moot, if you’re unable to find people that you trust and that share your business’ philosophy. Having a supportive and professional team culture is instrumental in a team’s success. These are people you will be working with closely for long hours so you not only need to trust in their expertise and professionalism, you want to find people with a positive attitude. You will all be relying on each other to create seamless trans22

actions in sometimes stressful circumstances.

Having the right team spirit, so to speak, is what will help your business and team grow.

The ultimate goal of a team is to have thriving careers for everyone on board.

So, if you want to see your business grow maybe a team is right for you. It may even give you a little free time for a personal life. We can all dream, can’t we?

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PHILIP RAYOS Interested in real estate in college, REALTOR® Philip Rayos started working as a broker’s assistant while he was still in school. When he graduated in 2008, the housing market had crashed and he decided to substitute teach while studying for the GMAT in pursuit of an MBA. Instantly, he fell in love with helping the special needs kids he was assigned to on his very first day on the job. For twelve years, Philip taught, coached, and was an assistant principal at a middle school while doing real estate on the side. Finally, at the end of the last school year, he resigned so that he could do real estate full-time.

Now representing homebuyers and sellers throughout the Houston, Texas area, including Deer Park, Pasadena, and Clear Lake, Philip has built a strong network over the years of people who trust him. All of Philip’s business comes from referrals, whether from teachers or others in his sphere of influence. He is known for providing comprehensive guidance throughout the real estate process, offering clear communication and support the entire way. “I get joy in helping people and think of my clients like family,” he says. “There’s no better feeling than selling a home at top dollar or helping first-time homebuyers find their dream property. I’m here to help them reach their goals.”

As far as marketing goes, Philip uses MLS and social media. He’s been doing a lot lately with video content as it helps reach new audiences and provides a clear picture of what a home is like. In addition, Philip spends a lot of time in face-to-face consultations and does drop-by visits to check on clients, often bringing printed materials for them to keep.

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School District. A portion of his commissions go to the Deer Park Education Foundation to be used for teacher grants. He also volunteers at his kids’ schools and is involved with the local Chamber of Commerce. With a fouryear-old and a one-year-old, Philip has his hands full when he’s not at work.

He’s a sports enthusiast and loves to golf, run, swim, bike, and play tennis in his spare time.

Last year, working part-time, Philip completed between $3-4 million in home sales. Not only will he surpass that this year, but he is working to grow his reputation as a REALTOR® in Southeast Houston. Eventually, he would love to run his own brokerage, but for now he is concentrating on the day-to-day activities of expanding his business. “I’d love to keep building my business and explore all the opportunities out there. My main focus is to serve as many people in my community as possible and to make sure they have a positive buying or selling experience.”

To learn more about Philip Rayos please call 281-865-2887 or email phil@soldbyrayos.com

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