Unlocking Real Estate: Colibri Real Estate Podcast
Welcome to Unlocking Real Estate - My First Commission where we dive into real stories, big wins, and early lessons learned from highly successful rookie real estate agents and brokers. This is the podcast where we explore how real estate can transform lives one home at a time by sitting down each week with a new agent or broker who has found incredible success in their first year.
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Unlocking Real Estate: Colibri Real Estate Podcast
My First Commission: From Air Force to Real Estate Force – Chaka Sellers’ Rookie Rise
In this episode of My First Commission from the Unlocking Real Estate podcast by Colibri Real Estate, we sit down with Chaka Sellers—a U.S. Air Force veteran turned top-producing agent in Sumter, South Carolina. Chaka shares his journey from military service to real estate success, detailing how his discipline and strategic mindset propelled him to close 25 deals and achieve $8 million in sales within just four years.
Discover how Chaka leveraged his background to build trust with clients, particularly in military relocations, and how he established the "Properties With Sellers Group" under Slate Realty. He also discusses his approach to real estate investing, including flipping properties and creating personalized plans for clients.
Whether you're a new agent seeking inspiration or a seasoned professional looking for fresh perspectives, Chaka's story offers valuable insights into building a successful real estate career from the ground up.
📌 Episode Chapters:
- 00:00 – Introduction: Meet Chaka Sellers
- 02:15 – Transitioning from the Air Force to Real Estate
- 07:30 – Building the "Properties With Sellers Group"
- 12:45 – First Deal: Overcoming Early Challenges
- 18:00 – Specializing in Military Relocations
- 23:10 – Real Estate Investing and Property Flipping
- 29:00 – Strategies for Client Engagement and Goal Setting
- 35:20 – Advice for Aspiring Real Estate Agents
- 40:00 – Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
🔗 Connect with Chaka Sellers:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwsellers04/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaka-sellers04/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chaka.sellers.9/
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