Dallas Real Producers - November 2019

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Dallas Real Producers Launch Party Recap

Cover Story Hunter Dehn

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Inspirational REALTOR® Ashley Beane Hooper

Rising Star TJ Frank

Partner Spotlight Michael Fooshee

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THE POWER OF

GRATITUDE publisher’s note Hello, Real Producers!

It’s Brett again. I wanted to share a quick lesson with you that I’ve learned over the years, which is that gratitude is the best attitude.

Being grateful for all of the experiences in your life brings peace and positivity to your mind. Someone once told me, “you wouldn’t be the you that you are today without all of those obstacles, challenges, etc. that you previously faced.” And, it’s true!

With challenges comes growth, and life gets better and better the more we learn and grow.

Gratitude is one of the highest mental states along with love. Gratitude completely shifts your mindset into a more abundant energy state of mind, which attracts more good things to you and your life. Think about the last time you had a scarcity mindset 8 • November 2019

around something and how you felt in that moment. Not good, right? Next time, look for the good in that situation and switch to a grateful state of mind instead. You’ll be much happier.

As we prep for the holidays, remember to be grateful for the people in your life, everything life brings your way, and all of the things around you.

Life is much better this way! :)

What an amazing year it has been! Ten months ago, I moved here from Buffalo, NY, with a vision of creating something that Dallas had never seen before. I set out to create an elite community that brings together the best of the best and unites the top 500 Realtors. In record time, we were able to launch this platform. The tremendous amount of support we’ve received from the top 500 agents and their referral partners has been remarkable. It was all made possible because of you! With that being said, I just wanted to share how grateful I am for all of you!

Each and every day, it has been so much fun connecting you together. On top of sharing the incredible stories of the top agents in the monthly magazine, we also get to host some pretty cool parties as well. The last one was a blast, and the next one is also going to be a great time.

SAVE THE DATE Our next event will be in mid-January and you won’t want to miss it!!

Have a wonderful holiday. Can’t wait to see you at the next event!

With Gratitude, Brett Martinsen Owner & Publisher of Dallas Real Producers Call/Text 214-717-8525 Brett@DallasRP.com

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DALLAS REAL PRODUCERS

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The launch party was a huge success! Thank you to all of you who attended the event last month. We filled the room with tons of big names, familiar faces, and had such a great time!

Special thanks to our approved partners who helped sponsor this event: Brent Hicks, Justin Barker, George Bass, Shane Bala, Mariane King, Stephen Deanda, and Cliff and Sheri Willis. Because of them, this event was made possible!

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HUNTER DEHN LIFELONG LEARNING & LEADING

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cover story

By Dave Danielson Photos by URSPECIALS

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AS THE BROKER AND OWNER OF HUNTER DEHN REALTY, HUNTER DEHN HAS BUILT A REPUTATION FOR REAL RESULTS THROUGH TIME. ALONG THE WAY, HE HAS DISCOVERED THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW HE CAN LEARN.

When it comes to living his life and achieving success for those he serves, Hunter is a true believer in continuous improvement.

and around the nation. He would walk us through the houses under construction sometimes and teach us about what was going on.”

“If you’re not learning, you’re not growing,” Hunter says. “I love to educate myself. I could learn something new every day in this industry and never run out of things…whether it’s new construction techniques, technological advances, or evolving real estate laws and contracts. There’s always something new, and there are always areas to grow.”

Hunter became a consumer of real estate at a young age, too, by buying his first duplex when he was just 19 years old.

Pursuing His Passion There were hints of Hunter’s coming real estate career in high school.

“I’ve grown up around it. I’ve always been intrigued with how things were made and built,” he says. “The father of one of my best friends was a well-known architect. Growing up, we would get to see these fantastic drawings of amazing homes that he did. They included some of the most expensive, high-end homes in Dallas

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As he says, “I started taking real estate courses in 1999 at community college. It was always something I wanted to do. In high school, I worked at an apartment complex and also for a remodeler to help refurbish units.

I did a little bit of everything, and I loved to learn about architecture and construction techniques.”

In 2002, Hunter graduated from Baylor University on a Saturday. On the following Monday, he went to work at Goodman Homes, a custom builder in Plano. After a few years there, he moved on to Shaddock Homes.

Building a Brokerage In 2014, Hunter created his own brokerage and hasn’t looked back.

At each step along the way, Hunter kept learning and growing.

“I am blessed. When I started in this business, I had a lot of connections in

homebuilding because I was born and raised in Dallas. These connections gave me a lot of transactional experience, plus buying and selling foreclosures.

So, by the time I represented my first residential real estate client, I had already done over 300 transactions,” he explains. “I felt very comfortable

with the process and advising clients because I had done it myself so many times. The biggest transition for me was the prospecting. I was used to the business coming to me. I’m confident about myself, but I’m not someone who likes shouting it from the rooftops and seeing my picture everywhere. So, the self-promotion was the hardest part for me.”

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EVERYONE HAS TO MAKE A DOLLAR, BUT I WANT MY FAMILY TO BE PROUD OF ME. I WANT THEM TO SAY NOT ONLY DID MY DAD MAKE A GREAT LIVING, BUT ALSO THAT HE DID IT THE RIGHT WAY.

Beyond real estate, Hunter and his team pride themselves on being a true, comprehensive resource.

“Because of my background and knowledge base, I have the resources it takes to help clients,” Hunter says. “We like to be their one-stop resource for everything real estate and home-related.”

Defining Success Through Hunter’s personal journey in life, he’s learned about success and how he views it for himself.

“That’s something that constantly evolves. When I graduated, I thought, if I ever made a certain amount of money, that would be success. I looked at it numerically back then,” he remembers. “But, when you start hitting those numbers, you realize it doesn’t give you joy in and of itself. I realize I spend most of my waking time at work. For me, it’s about having joy and pride in what I do and value for peers and clients, as well as hearing people say ‘You absolutely need to use Hunter.’”

The major joy that Hunter’s life revolves around is his family, including his wife, Danielle, of 16 years, and their four children: Sky, Star, Landon, and Savannah.

“Danielle is always there and does a great job. She’s the backbone that keeps the family going while I’m bouncing around in the afternoons in this business. My family are my why and the reason I show up every day, work the way I do, and put such an emphasis on doing what I do with integrity,” Hunter

emphasizes. “Everyone has to make a dollar, but I want my family to be proud of me. I want them to say not only did my dad make a great living, but also that he did it the right way. I teach my kids that your integrity and character are worth way more than what’s in your wallet. Having money doesn’t bring you joy. Relationships bring you joy.”

A huge part of Hunter’s world is his team, and he is quick to praise the day-to-day difference they make.

As Hunter says, “Our team is an amazing group of people. I even get peers and other agents who call me and compliment me on the quality of our team members. That means a lot to be surrounded by great people. We have such a loyal, tight-knit group.”

Making Meaningful Memories With each deal and every relationship that his team is involved in, Hunter is driven to create great memories.

“One of the things I’ve learned is from Apple’s Steve Jobs, whose attention to detail was amazing.

And, it started with even the packaging and then having that same approach to people’s experience all the way through,” Hunter points out. “You have all of these memory points throughout a relationship. You have to embrace the emotion and keep that in mind when you help people buy and sell a home. Different things trigger positive and negative emotions. So, we do whatever we can to make sure that we’re triggering positive emotions.”

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Ashley Beane Hooper RI S I N G A B OV E inspirational REALTOR®

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By Dave Danielson Photos by URSPECIALS

Ashley Beane Hooper is a wife, mother, daughter, and REALTOR®. As a Vice President at Allie Beth Allman & Associates, she knows, as well as anyone, what it means to rise above and achieve life goals.

She has achieved tremendous success professionally and was humbled and honored to receive the Spirit of Allie Beth Award from her associates.

Hers is a story of resilience, faith, positivity, and dedication—qualities that have carried her through life’s challenges.

High Achiever When you meet Ashley, it’s clear to see why she is successful. Her friendly personality and organized demeanor reflect her high level of achievement. She has consistently performed as a Top Producer with average volume between $10 million and $20 million.

Raised in the small east Texas town of Kilgore, Ashley recalls, “I’ve always had a go-getter personality for as long as I can remember. Setting high goals and working hard to achieve them are things I have always strived to do.”

During the summer after graduation, she earned her real estate license after being encouraged by a close family friend to learn the business. Real estate turned out to be the perfect match.

In 2003, she graduated with a degree in marketing and corporate communications from Baylor.

“For me, with real estate, there was the intrigue of being able to do something different every day while building my business.

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Real estate encouraged me to network and meet wonderful, new people,” Ashley explains. “I like the fact that every deal is different and comes with new challenges and opportunities.”

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In 2008, Ashley joined Allie Beth Allman & Associates and continued her success story.

suddenly faced an unexpected hurdle: a diagnosis of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

Facing Hurdles In 2016, with a successful career and a budding relationship with her now-husband, Jim, Ashley

Ashley faced the diagnosis headon and found a plan that was right for her.

“It was a big process. I chose not to go with traditional chemotherapy after speaking with many professionals and made the decision to go to Arizona for treatment.”

As she describes, “I would have one day of treatment, followed by a day of IVs with vitamins and nutrients, combined with a strict diet. So, it was a blend of things that were good and bad for your body. It worked. I never lost my hair, and I was able to continue working through the whole thing.”

Through this difficult time, the outpouring of love and support was overwhelming. Out of this dark time came a special blessing, the gift of Ashley and Jim’s daughter, Colby, a few years later.

Bolstered by Belief Through her treatment, her faith, family, and friends sustained her.

It was uncertain whether having a child would be possible. “Colby is a gift. She is a testament in so many ways to getting on the other side of this chapter. I remember, at the doctor’s office, they told me, ‘You need to know that this is a God thing, and not a science thing.’ Colby is a miracle,” she says.

“It was important that cancer didn’t define me.

When people go through that diagnosis, it’s easy for it to become all-consuming because there’s a lot to do with all of the appointments and the many unknowns.

Ashley looks ahead to I’m not going to say I many great moments in didn’t have some tough Colby is a gift. She is a teslife with Jim, Colby, and days. But work was my their family members escape in a way,” Ashley tament in so many ways to and many more days emphasizes. “I kept getting on the other side of cheering on her beloved thinking, ‘I’m not going this chapter. I remember, at Baylor Bears. to let cancer take this from me. I worked hard the doctor’s office, they told In the meantime, Ashley to build my business, me, ‘You need to know that is a shining example of and I wanted to continthis is a God thing, and what it means to rise ue building even in the face of adversity. My not a science thing.’ Colby above challenges. work with my clients is a miracle.

“You see so many has always been about others who didn’t have them…not about how I was feeling or what was going on with me. It helped the same outcomes as mine. You realize just how blessed you are. It me because I wasn’t self-focused, and that allowed changes your perspective on things. me the opportunity to continue to work.”

You become even more grateful and appreciative, and you truly see the Treatments were completed, and the results were good in people,” she says. “I never exactly as everyone hoped and prayed. As part of said, ‘Why me?’ I said ‘Why not me?’ her follow-up, Ashley has completed three scans, I define myself by how I bounce back. and each has shown that she is cancer-free.

I hope someone reads this and thinks to themselves, ‘I’ve got this. I, too, She knows faith also played a big role. can do this when faced with whatever challenge is upon me right now.’ I “My Allie Beth Allman & Associates family knew. think I was given this for a reason, so My scans and our office meetings were always at I can help others and show there can 9 a.m. on a Monday morning. While I was having a be blessings in the face of adversity.” scan, my associates were praying for me,” Ashley smiles. “It’s one of the things that makes this place so great. It’s about the people.”

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TJ Frank Built on Service

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Those who stand out and reach a rare level of success do this by going beyond themselves. They invest in helping others, and their achievements are a natural consequence of their investment.

One of those who work in service of others is TJ Frank, a REALTOR® with Rogers Healy and Associates — and one of the Rising Stars in the region.

When you meet TJ, it’s easy to see the spark he has for what he does.

“I love the interaction with people. I’ve never really pursued the lead generation tools that are out there,” he says. “For me, it’s about meeting people and gaining their business. I love going into a business, like a hotel, and seeing the small details, the management of the staff, and everything that goes into creating a one-of-a-kind experience. I’m built on customer service.”

New Chapters of Success After earning his license in January 2018, TJ is just in his second year of real estate. But he brings a wealth of experience with him, which has served his clients very well.

Born and raised in Dallas, TJ attended Southern Methodist University (SMU). After college, he started his own land development company with a good friend and ran that for several years. Business was good. In fact, at one point, his organization had about 400 residential lots.

“We sold to builders, and we worked with developments in North Dallas and Fort Worth,” TJ recalls.

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Then, the economic downturn of 2008 hit.

“When that happened, it wiped most of the people who were doing what we did off the map. Building really came to a halt. At the time, we were sitting on over 100 lots,” he remembers. “Luckily, we held on to them and were eventually able to sell those.”

As he looked for new opportunities, TJ started working at a friend’s restaurant, Southpaws Grill.

He did whatever he could to help. As time passed, TJ’s involvement, and the business, grew.

“I started with him in his first location. We never paid for advertising or marketing. It was all word of mouth,” TJ says. “Then, we opened up a second location.”

The success story has continued. Today, Southpaws Grill has several locations, including the newest, which is in downtown Dallas.

“After 13 years, it’s great to see how the business is going. We have a great management team to thank for our success,” TJ emphasizes.

Returning to Real Estate While his experience in the restaurant business has been fulfilling, TJ felt the drive to get back into real estate. As he says, “It was a great feeling to get licensed, so I could help people buy, sell, and lease properties

For me, it’s about meeting people and gaining their business. I love going into a business, like a hotel, and seeing the small details, the management of the staff, and everything that goes into creating a one-of-a-kind experience. I’m built on customer service.

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as I can spend with my family. That’s success to me,” he smiles.

He cherishes spending time with Amy, his wife of five years; their three-year-old son, Kingston; and their two-year-old daughter, Kennedy. Some of their favorite pursuits are traveling, especially to Southern California, and trying new restaurants.

As TJ says, “Before them, spending money had a very different meaning. To me, it’s building a foundation for my family, just like my father did for me.

If they’re happy and healthy, that’s the best success for me that I could ever hope to gain. My mother passed away when I was 15. That’s part of my meaning and purpose in life…doing this for my family, and for her, as well. I’m grateful for everything life has given me.”

TJ has given back to those around him, too. One of the organizations near and dear to his heart is the Lamplighter School in Dallas, where he has served as President of the Alumni Association. He also sits on the board.

“The school had a big impact on me from an early age,” TJ says. “I wanted to give back in that sense because they’ve given me so much knowledge and a skillset.”

His success was immediate.

Through his professional career, including his time in the restaurant business, TJ’s relationship-building skills have been a big part of his early success.

In his first 12 months in the business, TJ recorded a remarkable start with over $10 million volume. He was also recognized by D Magazine as 2019 Best Real Estate Agent and Top Producer.

“I love the interaction with people.

And, with my network here in the city, and being a current operator of multiple restaurants, people can see different sides of me,” TJ points out.

“It took off by surprise. It’s a lot of hard work, and I’m going seven days a week, whether I’m in the office, on the phone, or meeting with clients,” he says. “I’m working to maximize this beginning momentum that I’ve had by continuing to work with my network.”

Focused Priorities TJ’s success begins at home.

and help them reach their goals. It’s a long-term focus for me. So, I decided to get back in and take it on full time.”

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“My idea of being successful has taken on a completely different meaning for me through time. It’s staying healthy and spending as much time

Recently, TJ and Amy were also involved with a rare, special opportunity to be part of a television show. The two were part of an episode that will be released this fall for the Selling Mega Mansions series that broker Rogers Healy hosts.

As TJ says, “It was a great experience to travel to Aspen and film the show there. And, it was an awesome opportunity to work with Rogers in that way, as well. He is so good at what he does.”

With a strong foundation and a fast start, TJ looks forward to continuing to create success for others with a career that’s built on service.

“The friendships and relationships we make are overarching. In fact, I even push away from saying people are my clients. Really, they become my friends. And, I want them to see my integrity, accountability, and hard work on their behalf. To me, when it comes to success, that’s the most flattering form of it all.”

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MICHAEL

FOOSHEE

WITH VERITY MORTGAGE

Value to Build On partner spotlight

By Dave Danielson Photos by URSPECIALS

As you and your clients work with your industry partners, the given is that you receive an excellent product or service on time to ensure the deal gets done to everyone’s satisfaction.

But, as Verity Mortgage Branch Manager and Senior Loan Originator Michael Fooshee says, “That’s just the start.”

As the Dallas native says, “Anyone can close a loan with a good rate and on time. That should be non-negotiable.

We try to elevate that experience for the customer and the referral partners.”

That’s why the team at Verity Mortgage puts extra effort into delivering value beyond the deal itself.

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“Our goal is to get five referrals from each closed client and hand them back to our real estate partners. We really pride ourselves on helping REALTORS® generate more business for themselves,” Michael explains.

Technology with Purpose One way Michael and his team achieve this goal is through their innovative use of technology.

“For every referral partner we work with, we provide them with the technology that we use for our own lead generation systems,” he says. “We provide those to them. Not only do they get the service, but they also will work with pretty exclusive stuff that we do to help them capture more business.”

That kind of innovation and nimble approach to business is what brought Michael to Verity Mortgage in the first place.

In fact, Michael points to the fact that Verity can close loans in as few as eight days if needed.

“It means a lot to be able to do things that other companies can’t do because we’re doing it without all the layers…delivering value to our partners to help them grow their business, too,” he points out.

“We invest in our technology to invest in the future and be ahead of the game. In turn, we tell our clients that we can help them ‘get to your client before the click.’”

Talented Teamwork A major part of success that Michael touts is his local team, including Sam Stallings, a relatively new member of the group that is already making a direct impact, and Production Managto be able er Audrey Morris.

It means a lot to do things that other companies can’t do because we’re doing it without all the layers…delivering value to our partners to help them grow their business, too.

“With Verity Mortgage, I enjoy the technology and the forward-thinking approach to the mortgage business here.

It’s better than anything else I’ve seen,” he emphasizes. “I also had the autonomy to run my business the way I want.”

As Michael remarks, “Those two, along with our processing and underwriting staff, are such great people, and they are all about customer service. It’s been great to see the positive influence they bring. My team is amazing. Without them, I wouldn’t be able to deliver the white-glove experience to our partners.”

Verity Mortgage is an extension of Eustis Mortgage, a 65-year-old mortgage company based in New Orleans.

The passion Michael feels for his work comes through loud and clear, and it extends well beyond the time the deal is done on any particular transaction.

“I like the idea that our organization is relatively small. We have all the bells and whistles of a huge company, yet the autonomy that lets you do what you need to do without a lot of red tape. It has allowed the customer experience we deliver to be exquisite.”

“The thing I love the most is getting emails after closing thanking us…messages from people who say, ‘Michael, I just wanted to say thank you so much. I never thought I would be able to buy a home, and we can’t thank you enough,’” Michael

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smiles. “That means a lot…knowing that you’re providing a service, helping someone make the biggest investment they’ve ever made, and helping them change their life in a positive way. That is the true joy this job brings to me.”

What Matters Most Away from the office, Michael enjoys time with his wife, Sarah, of 13 years, and their three children: 11-year-old Mirabelle, nine-year-old Jack, and seven-year-old William.

Michael appreciates spending time in the outdoors, too. Some favorite activities include skiing and snowboarding in the mountains of Colorado and Utah. He also looks forward to spending time with his parents, traveling, and playing golf when he can.

His family, team, and business are all components that help define success for him.

“I always have a high level of what I want to achieve. It’s not about money and volume. At the end of the day, and at the end of my life, when people look back on me, I just want them to say, ‘Michael was a good guy, a great person, and a good human,’” he says with a smile. “I’ve been doing this a long time. When you get that feedback from people who appreciate what we’ve done, it reinforces why I love what I do. My passion derives from helping people.”

For more information about Verity Mortgage: Website: www.FoosheeGroup.com Email: Michael@verity mortgage.com Phone: 972-215-6422

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What is the primary purpose of Real Producers?

Our primary mission is to UNITE the REALTORS® in the local community by helping you connect with other top producing agents on a deeper level. We accomplish this through our monthly publication and our quarterly parties and events.

Who is the magazine distributed to?

ONLY the TOP 500 producing REALTORS® south of 635 will be receiving our monthly publication. The top 500 varies each year based on MLS production, so there are no guarantees you make the top 500 next year. Keep working hard!

Where do we get the top 500 from?

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The Dallas Real Producers community includes the top 500 REALTORS® south of 635 in Dallas county, along with Rockwall, Irving, Grand Prairie, Mesquite, Duncanville, Waxahachie, etc. *We also have a North DFW Real Producers community and magazine for the top 500 REALTORS® NORTH of 635. You are welcome to come to their parties and events as well (as long as you promise to be fun).

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