The Realtor Who Wines

Real Estate, Leadership & Building a Better Oregon


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What happens when a REALTOR® takes nearly two decades of experience in housing, entrepreneurship, and community leadership… and steps into public service?

In this episode of The Realtor Who Wines, Rashelle Newmyer sits down with Alex Phan, a 19-year-old REALTOR®, entrepreneur, AREAA leader, diversity advocate, and Metro Council candidate, to discuss real estate, leadership, housing, economic growth, and the future of Oregon.

From buying his first home at 23 to building a successful real estate career, Alex shares how entrepreneurship, rejection, and resilience shaped his path and why REALTORS® are uniquely positioned to understand the real needs of communities.

“It literally becomes your life… your business is going to grow or die based on your efforts.”

🏡 The Real Truth About Real Estate

Alex offers honest insight for anyone considering real estate, including:

  •  Why success requires constant business development 
  •  The emotional roller coaster of entrepreneurship 
  •  Rejection, resilience, and self-motivation 
  •  Why your business depends on your effort 
“When that deal closes… you’re back to square one.”

🤝 Why Leadership Matters

This episode also explores Alex’s journey from REALTOR® to industry advocate through AREAA, diversity leadership, and eventually public office.

He shares why representation, mentorship, and inclusive leadership matter, and why supporting affinity groups strengthens the profession for everyone.

“Our leadership should reflect our membership.”

🌎 Housing, Homelessness & Accountability

Alex also dives into one of Oregon’s biggest challenges: housing and public accountability.

“We pay a lot of taxes… but most voters don’t believe they’re getting real value.”

From homelessness and rental assistance systems to economic opportunity and workforce development, Alex shares why sustainable solutions require more than temporary relief.

“What are we really doing to help people learn to fish for themselves?”

💡 Oregon’s Future

This conversation also covers:

  •  Affordable housing 
  •  Economic revitalization 
  •  Employer retention 
  •  Public service 
  •  Regional growth 
  •  Community impact 
“Every Oregonian should have the opportunity to build a better life.”

🔥 Why You Should Listen

If you’re:

  •  A REALTOR® or entrepreneur 
  •  Curious about leadership or public service 
  •  Passionate about housing and economic opportunity 
  •  Interested in diversity, advocacy, and community growth 

This episode offers an honest perspective on what it means to lead in business, housing, and beyond.

Grab a glass, settle in, and join us for a conversation about entrepreneurship, advocacy, and building stronger communities.

Cheers! 🥂

Thank you for listening! Connect and collaborate with Realtor Rashelle on any of her social media platform pages > https://linktr.ee/RealtorRashelle 

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The Realtor Who WinesBy Rashelle Newmyer - Realtor Rashelle