The Art of Sustainable Brokerage Management with Erica Davis
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Release Date: 04/04/2024
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
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info_outlineErica Davis joins us in this episode to offer insights into the industry’s evolution, the importance of embracing change, and a guide to building a sustainable and competent business. Tune in for a jaw-dropping story about a new construction home where the sewer line wasn’t connected, leading to waste dumping into the crawl space.
Key takeaways to listen for
- How to transition from sales to real estate management and ownership
- Benefits of working with local real estate market experts
- Importance of clear communication in agent interactions
- The role of family in the real estate business and balancing work with personal life
- Ways to adapt to industry changes while maintaining professionalism and competence
Resources mentioned in this episode
Watch the full video of Leigh’s hot take on the NAR lawsuit settlement at https://youtube.com/live/llE0CzT0ulI.
About Erica Davis
Raised in Redmond, Oregon, Erica has three daughters and is married. After a decade in Medford, she returned to Central Oregon and began working at The Garner Group. She later co-purchased Harcourts The Garner Group and is the Office Manager of two locations. Passionate about real estate, she is an active member of the 100+ Women Who Care Central Oregon and supports various children’s causes. Additionally, she is involved with The Redmond Historical Society and The Enjoy Downtown Redmond Association. She enjoys family time and her pets and creates a welcoming home environment.
Connect with Erica
- Website: Harcourts The Garner Group Real Estate
- Instagram: @the_garnergroup | @ericapankeydavis_
- Facebook: Garner Group
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone Number: (541) 280-9134
Connect with Leigh
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