The dream of getting a real estate license and cruising in a Ferrari is tempting, until reality hits new agents. With 77,000 licensed Realtors in Ontario and the average agent selling 2 homes a year there is definitely A LOT of competition. Statistics reveal that a whopping 85% of realtors don't make it past year five.

In episode 2, my incredible teammate Dakwan Henry joins us to talk about his transition into real estate! Together, we get real about the motives driving the surge in people becoming realtors and explore the factors that determine success and failure in the industry.

We chat about:

-The impact of COVID on the real estate sector

-The hurdles faced by newcomers entering the real estate Industry

-Why some agents make It while others struggle

-Low barriers to entry into real estate

-Joining a real estate team vs. working solo

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Beyond the Sale is a new podcast hosted by real estate broker, and industry leader, Cynthia Ostos. Alongside colleagues, she’ll discuss everything beyond the sale; because selling real estate entails so much more than the deal itself. Cynthia and her team are on a quest to educate buyers and sellers while considering their unique needs within the market. On a mission to uplift and inspire other women in the real estate industry to lead both thriving professional and personal lives, Cynthia will also invite fellow mothers on the podcast to discuss how being in real estate can impact family life.

Welcome to episode 1 of Beyond The Sale! We’re excited to have you join us on this journey!