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Ep 346: Becoming an Investment Broker with Adam Sharif
Are you fascinated by the world of commercial real estate and dream of becoming an investment broker? Adam Sharif is here to uncover the secrets and insights of becoming an investment broker as he delves into the essential skills, strategies, and mindset needed for success.
Adam shares his own journey and the pivotal decision he had to make between two paths: leasing broker or investment broker. Discover why he chose to become an investment broker and the bold steps he took to secure a job in that field. Get ready to be inspired as Adam recounts his stroke of luck, landing an interview with one of the largest brokerage firms in the nation that was expanding into Chicago at the time.
Tune in as he shares the invaluable lessons he learned from that experience, emphasizing why it was the ultimate learning ground for anyone interested in commercial real estate. Whether you're a seasoned real estate professional or just starting out, this episode will provide you with a strong foundation and arm you with the knowledge to thrive in the industry.
Episode Highlight:
00:30 - I knew I wanted to be in commercial real estate, and there are two paths there on the transaction side. One is you can become a leasing broker where you represent either the tenant or the landlord, and negotiating leases and that sort of stuff. The other one is being an investment broker. And I said, "I'm going to be an investment broker." I'm committed to doing that and just made a lot of calls. I was a little lucky. One of the largest brokerage firms in the nation was expanding into Chicago at that time. I interviewed with them, and they hired me, and I learned a ton from that experience. In fact, anyone that's interested in getting into commercial real estate, I highly recommend, if you can get it, start out as an investment broker.
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