If you’ve been listening to the podcast for some time, you know it’s not uncommon for a new real estate agent to go six months without closing a single deal. That’s what makes Sean McDonnell’s story so inspiring. In just one year, he closed 24 deals by niching down with what he knows best: real estate investing. On today’s podcast, Sean shares tips that other new agents can apply to turn their unique experience into a skillset that separates them from the competition. Listen in and learn how to excel in this industry just by being you.

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Listen to This Podcast and Learn:

  • Sean’s start in real estate [2:05]
  • Sean’s real estate investments and investing goals [4:45]
  • The great thing about investing in real estate [6:22]
  • Why investors often become successful real estate agents [13:30]
  • Sean’s real estate team and transactions [17:14]
  • How Sean closed 24 deals his first year in real estate [19:14]
  • Tips on structuring a real estate business [25:54]
  • Typical business expenses for a team leader [28:16]
  • Thoughts on partnering with your life partner in business [30:16]
  • Important tax considerations for real estate agents [31:45]
  • Sean’s biggest source of new buyer clients: real estate meet ups [35:33]
  • How Sean helps military members transition into real estate [39:50]
  • Why assertive agents are better agents [42:23]

About The Author

Aaron Amuchastegui

Aaron has experienced some of life’s lowest lows and highest highs. In the past 10 years, Aaron has started several companies and led them to success. He’s also bought and sold more than 700 homes nationwide. As Aaron says, he’s gone from “being broke to being blessed.” On the Real Estate Rockstars Podcast, he’s hoping to drive others to succeed by sharing guests’ inspiring stories.