Today we’d like to introduce you to Amber Redman.
Hi Amber, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
As a young child, I always knew I wanted to be a helper in my chosen career path when I became an adult. At that time, I had always envisioned it would be with animals as a veterinarian. I even knew over 101 dog breeds as a kid, thanks to my desktop CD-ROM titled “101 Dog Breeds”! As I came into adulthood, that desire began to shift. I still wanted to be a helper, but I was drawn more toward entering the psychology field and obtaining a Master’s in Social Work to be a therapist. In hindsight, this desire may have come from my own personal traumas and struggles I had endured throughout my life, including an abusive upbringing and struggles with addiction. As a young single mom at the time, attending 6 years of college for a master’s degree while working full-time seemed almost impossible. Paying the bills and providing were priorities. I had fallen into a number of sales positions over the years and was introduced to real estate through family and friends. It appealed to me because I had acquired many of the skills needed to be successful over the years through other jobs that I excelled at, and I appreciated the opportunity to run my own business with some flexibility for my family. I also understood this was a career where I could help a lot of people with one of the biggest transitions in their lives. At the time that I began to pursue my real estate license, I was in a dealership sales job and my grandfather had fallen terminally ill. Through my success in the dealership, I was able to save a decent sum of money and take the leap! My grandfather was the cornerstone of our family, and I knew it was my only opportunity to really be there and help and give back to him a fraction of how he helped and gave to me. I took 6 months to get my license and help care for him before his passing. Once licensed, I dove in headfirst and never looked back! It was a bit tedious getting started as any business owner knows. The paychecks do not just come rolling in, and it takes a lot of energy to learn your craft and do it well. Consistency and remaining driven and focused were key. The first 2 years really required a lot of learning and taking consistent action. I helped develop this discipline and remained accountable by being around others who were great at what they did! After that initial building stage, I began achieving awards, status, high client reviews and enough referral business, as well as a substantial enough income, that I knew it was all coming together! I am now in the process of expanding my business and have sold millions in real estate while helping hundreds of amazing families and people in the process. I have navigated through and successfully closed some of the most complex transactions while maintaining excellent outcomes. I have had the pleasure of helping new real estate agents learn how to be successful in the industry, which I truly enjoy doing. I have and strive to maintain some of the highest positive agent ratings and reviews in the Greater Lansing area. And in the process of building and growing my business, my amazing children have gotten to see what it takes to be successful, live a purposeful life and give back to others. I now have more time and flexibility to be their mom, and would not trade my career for another even on the toughest days! I got to where I am today because of my willingness to take risks, strong determination, the choice to make more of my life, positive support and influences, and most importantly, strength from God and my family.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Starting a business is always a challenge. It is very easy to feel defeated at times as an entrepreneur, especially when deals do not come to fruition as they inevitably will in the real estate industry. Some of the most challenging things I have experienced are staying patient, being consistent in the energy you put into generating business, managing money well while building your business, work/personal life balance, and choosing wisely who you do business with.
As you know, we’re big fans of Real Estate Professional. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
As a lifelong Lansing Area resident, mother, and avid community advocate, my personal goal and commitment is to make buying and selling real estate as easy and efficient as possible, while maintaining the highest and most personal level of service for all of my clients. Real estate, family, and traveling are my passions! Spirtuality is my center. As a down-to-earth professional, I strive to treat all of my clients like family and feel a transaction is not complete unless you feel comfortable and fully satisfied. I will work hard, diligently, and will always be straightforward and honest, while making the home buying and selling process as fun and easy as possible for you and your associates. I understand this is the largest transaction in many people’s lives. This drives me to handle every unique situation with expertise, professionalism, and genuine comfort and care. I pride myself in the specialized service I provide my clients! I have a lot of experience in solution-based, proactive approaches to stay ahead of any potential issues in the transaction. I communicate very often and thoroughly, which my clients have felt sets me apart from others.
While knowledgeable in all aspects of real estate, I specialize in listing, strong and effective negotiations and am known for my flexibility with clients along with excellent communication skills and unique ability to work out solutions in difficult situations. I will always keep you updated on the buying and selling process throughout, and set your expectations properly from day one to take all of the guesswork out of your real estate transaction. My extensive knowledge and resources in the real estate industry, with an ability to exceed in complicated transactions offers my clients a seamless experience. My deeply rooted community connections allow my clients to have access to an array of real estate-related services.
I Specialize In:
Listing, Luxury Real Estate, Relocation, Foreclosure, First Time Buyers, Marketing, Negotiations, Follow Through, Communication, Listening to Understand, Buyer Consulting & Planning, Selling Advice on Selling Your Home For Top Dollar, Updating and Remodeling for the Sale, Commercial, Multi-Family, Farm & Agriculture, Vacant Land, New Construction, Rentals, Short Sale.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
Books: The Bible, Habits of Highly Effective People, Atomic Habits, Complex PTSD Workbook
Apps: QuickBooks, Google Calendar, Daily Affirmations, Canva (marketing), Tiny Scanner
Contact Info:
- Website: https://amberredman.fivestarleaders.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agent.amber101
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-redman-752329297/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwSqsLdclWoLWWRPJ7CsYpA
- Other: https://www.zillow.com/profile/AmberRedmanRealtor
Image Credits
Media Jett Photography Tina Meyers Photography
