The new hire, Blake Irving, will help train the firm’s more than 1,500 associates, emphasizing technology, engagement and innovation. 

Managing broker and sales manager Ennis Antoine received the Meritorious Service Award because of the legislative and regulatory work he did for the National Association of REALTORS® as a Federal Political Coordinator. 

“Never take yourself too seriously, and keep a sense of humor.” — Sarah Chatel, Rainmaker and CEO, Chatel Group, Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Midtown

What is the state of Atlanta luxury real estate? Check out how our readers responded to the Luxury Survey, including recent changes in the market and what amenities buyers are looking for.

“Treat it as a job and schedule activities through the day.” — Neel Midha, associate broker, Harry Norman, Realtors

The tools include MoxiEngage, a CRM specifically designed for real estate agents; MoxiPresent, a comparative market-analysis presentation tool; and MoxiHub, a brokerage intranet. 

Nationally, Compass, Realogy Brokerage Group, HomeServices of America Inc., eXp Realty and Redfin claimed the top five spots by volume, respectively, while HomeServices, Realogy, eXp Realty, Compass and Hanna Holdings Inc. ranked first through fifth by sides. 

“I don’t find that there are difficult aspects of my job. Real estate provides new and wonderful opportunities everyday to help people achieve their dreams of homeownership.” — Soraya Joud, CEO and team leader, Soraya Joud International Real Estate, Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners

“Be consistent.” — Yoana Vasileva, Realtor, Coldwell Banker Realty

“Be patient, smile, and trust God, he’s got your back.” — Bertha Troutman-Rambeau, real estate salesperson, Rambeau Realty LP

Local industry veterans warn being a real estate agent is not as easy as it looks and offer some tips to those trying to make it in today’s hypercompetitive environment. 

The real estate franchisor’s 140,000 agents closed more than two million transaction sides in 2021 to become the first real estate brand to do so in a single calendar year, according to the company.

“Don’t be a secret agent.” — Jasmine Harris, Realtor, Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners – Tucker

The new Realtor will specialize in the Buckhead – Sherwood Forest – Ansley Park area. 

“Treat everyone like family.” — Tori McGee, building biology advocate and holistic real estate expert, Chapman Hall REALTORS®

The new hires bring the number of agents brought onboard since March 2020 to more than 22.