A day in the life of an Atlanta REALTOR…

Ever wonder what a day in the life of a real estate agent is like? Well, in between answering calls at 7:00 in the morning and after midnight, there’s a never ending swirl of tasks that you’ve got to attend to for your clients.  Whether it’s addressing a last minute leak on the way to a closing, or convincing another agent that your client’s offer is the best in a multiple bid situation, you never really know where the day might take you.  And that’s the beauty and challenge of it that makes this job so wonderful.

Here’s a quick glimpse at the myriad of things you might come across during a normal day as an Atlanta REALTOR…

That’s one way to make sure you don’t lose your keys when you’re moving out:

Sometimes you need to call in a specialist to make sure you get exactly the right carpet…

Wait, which switch turns on the hall lights?

Builders – don’t tick off your homeowners…

Showing a condo with an absolutely stunning view…  Ritz Carlton, Atlanta

Visiting a fantastic loft on the Beltline in a Reynoldstown. This one had over a dozen bidders and sold for 20% over list.

Homemade cookies for an open house in Tuxedo Park.

In the field appraisal training. Knowing how to value unique properties is key…

Working with a builder to make sure your client gets exactly what they want:

Houston, we’ve got a problem…

Sometimes, you get to visit incredible homes. Love the staircases…

…and sometimes, they can be a little rough around the edges. I guess you can’t fix everything with duct tape after all:

Found this stunning guest suite during an agent caravan – Ellard, Roswell.

Getting a home ready for my buyers to move in…

Sometimes you’ve gotta work wherever you can:

Making sure we get the right hardwood stain color…

Hosting an agent open house in The Manor Golf and Country Club:

Competition can be tough sometimes…

Getting the job done for an incredible builder in The Manor Golf and Country Club:

 

Considering buying or selling a home? Here are a few resources and related articles:

Seller Resources

How to Get the Most for Your Home – Part 1: Preparation
Atlanta Real Estate Predictions for 2017
Why Photography is so Important in Atlanta’s Real Estate Market
Dear Real Estate Agent, What Were You Thinking? How to NOT sell your home…
How to Get the Most for Your Home – Part 2: Positioning and Promoting your Home

Buyer Resources

First-time Homebuyer’s Guide
Atlanta Homebuyer FAQs
5 Tips for Buying a New Construction Home
Atlanta Real Estate Predictions for 2017
Are You Being Watched? …Buyers Beware