We're looking for motivated individuals who want to build a full-time career in real estate as well as licensed agents who are looking for more from their current brokerage. We are intentional about who we bring into our company because we want our agents to have the opportunity, resources, and support to build something sustainable. Who We're Looking For We're a great fit for someone who: Is serious about building a full-time career in real estate Is highly motivated, self-driven, and willing to put in the work Has strong communication and critical-thinking skills Wants to learn through collaboration and connection with other successful agents Takes initiative and is willing to ask questions, learn, and adapt Understands that success in real estate is built through consistency and relationships Wants a broker who is invested in their development and not just their production Previous real estate experience is a plus, but it isn't everything. Someone with limited or no experience who is highly motivated, coachable, resourceful, and capable of thinking critically can thrive at Graystone. What Does a Real Estate Agent Actually Do? Real estate is much more than showing houses and putting up a sign.
Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:
Prospecting and generating new business Building and maintaining relationships with clients Following up with leads and past clients Hosting buyer consultations and seller appointments Touring properties with buyers Researching properties, neighborhoods, and market conditions Preparing comparative market analyses (CMAs) Marketing properties and creating social media content Writing and negotiating offers and contracts Coordinating inspections, appraisals, title work, and other transaction details Communicating with lenders, title companies, inspectors, attorneys, and other professionals Managing multiple transactions and deadlines Attending showings, listing appointments, inspections, closings, and client meetings Continuing to learn about the market, contracts, negotiation, and the real estate business Real estate offers flexibility, but it also requires accountability. You are responsible for building your business. Real estate is a 100% commission-based industry, meaning there is no guaranteed salary or hourly wage. Building a consistent income can take time, and for many agents, it can take months or even several years to establish a predictable pipeline and steady income. Why Graystone? Graystone was built around the idea that agents should have access to a broker and environment that actually helps them become better at what they do. Our broker has consistently ranked among the top 1% of Realtors in the Kalamazoo area over the past several years and has consistently produced $10M+ in annual real estate sales volume. As one of the younger managing brokers in the industry, he brings a modern perspective to leadership while still having years of hands-on production experience. That experience gives our agents the opportunity to learn from someone who isn't simply managing a brokerage—he is actively involved in the business and understands what it takes to generate business, work with clients, negotiate, and close transactions. At Graystone, we believe our agents should learn from one another, too. We value a culture where agents share ideas, collaborate on challenges, celebrate wins, and help each other become better. Already Licensed? If you're already in real estate but looking for more from your broker, your culture, or your opportunities, let's talk. We'll discuss what you're looking for, how Graystone operates, and our value and compensation plans to see if we're the right fit. Considering a career transition into real estate? Let's have a conversation. No pressure and no sales pitch. Just a real conversation about what getting into real estate actually looks like, what it takes to be successful, and how Graystone can help you get started. You don't need to have it all figured out. You just need to be willing to learn. Apply through Indeed to start the conversation.
Pay:
$1.00 - $50,000.00 per year Application Question(s): What interests you most about pursuing a career in real estate, and what do you think will be the most challenging part?
