We have the pleasure of hosting both Dominique Redmann and Amanda Gilman of Coldwell Banker and The Home Sweet Homies Team today. These women have transitioned from careers in nursing and the military to real estate, so they tell us all the details about their decision to launch their own venture. With candid stories, they share the realities of the post-COVID housing market, and debunk myths about the so-called “glamorous” life of realtors. They discuss the diverse skills required in their field, and offer very useful insights and advice for first-time homebuyers and sellers.

In this episode:

• How Dominique and Amanda transitioned from nursing and military to real estate.
• How the two met Stig while playing golf together.
• Why their diverse backgrounds enhance their real estate team's dynamic.
• The challenges that have been arising in the post-COVID housing market.
• Why they focus on first-time homebuyers and what makes them specialists.
• How Amanda's extroverted nature complements Dominique's introverted tendencies.
• Why they prefer personal networking over avenues such as cold calling.
• How their experience in nursing and the military benefits client relationships.
• What advice they offer to first-time homebuyers regarding pre-approval.
• Why painting might be the best return on investment when selling a home.
• How they balance tasks and roles within their real estate team.
• Insights about the less exciting tasks involved in being a realtor day-to-day.
• Why they value support from Coldwell Banker and their local office.
• How they handle the fluctuating real estate market, especially with multiple offers.

Contact Dominique:

Cell: 715-573-2521

Contact Amanda:

Cell: 763-442-6593