Brett Rosenthal, Lawyer Turned Tech Salesman Turned Top 1% Realtor

06/10/24 • 17 min

Off Market | Stories of The Top 1% in Real Estate

Brett is a top 1% realtor who has closed over 150 transactions representing $75M in sales over the past two years. Brett initially got exposed to real estate through his parents' office but quickly migrated away from it to law and tech sales. After a brief stint in both, he returned to his hometown and reignited his passion for real estate.

In this interview, Brett highlights the value of focusing on personal relationships with clients, rather than just the numbers, and shares tips for new agents, such as finding a mentor close to their experience level and treating clients well for repeat business. He also advocates for a more comprehensive approach to building a client base, outside of buying leads from data providers. Brett concludes by stressing the importance of hands-on mentoring and adapting to each client's unique needs. Sit back, buckle up, and get ready to hear firsthand what happens when someone is bold and brave enough to pursue their personal legend.

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Bridget Potterton, Top 1% Realtor & The Only Real Estate Divorce Specialist and CDRE in CA

Bridget’s journey to becoming a top 1% realtor and one of the top 1000 realtors nationwide is one of grit and determination. After an internship at a commercial brokerage, she was initially turned off by the world of real estate. That changed after she received a role at a new internet-based discount brokerage, where she fell in love with RE. This role set the stage for her to launch her own practice, focusing on building client relationships amidst the high-priced San Diego market.

Bridget scaled her operations by pursuing a “riches in the niches” strategy. More specifically, she focused on divorces, becoming the only real estate broker in California who has both the Real Estate Divorce Specialist and Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert designations. Sit back, buckle up, and get ready to hear firsthand what happens when someone is bold and brave enough to pursue their personal legend.

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In this episode, David shares his fascinating story of how he ventured into real estate at just 18 years old, starting from humble beginnings with his father's part-time real estate business. He recounts the pivotal moments that shaped his career, from struggling to sell his first property to becoming a top agent by 2010. David's unconventional strategies, like focusing on the Lake Geneva market and maintaining a strong sense of local expertise, set him apart in a competitive industry. Whether you're a seasoned realtor or just starting out, David's insights on scaling, specialization, and maintaining work-life balance are sure to inspire and motivate.

Today, we peel back the layers of his record-setting trajectory on the Off Market Podcast by Goliath Data.