Fort Worth Real Producers - November 2022

SANDERS PAULA

JANET VEGA: Shining Through

CARLEE HOWARD:

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MARLIN WILBUR:

Perspective

JAY BROWN OF

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Renee Hart Event Planner

Lance Dunahoe Co-Owner

Julie Altemus Executive Director

Landon Robinson Director of Client Relations

Jordan Espeseth Co-Owner

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Lanie Schaber Ad Strategist

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Katherine Fondren Content Coordinator Missy Kremer Editor

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THANKFUL THANKFUL

“Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.”

OPRAH WINFREY

The older I get, the more I realize the power of gratitude and being thankful. Unfortunately, gratitude is so frequently talked about that, for most people, it has become background noise. It is something we understand but not often put into daily practice. For a large part of my life, I certainly did not actively practice being grate ful. But once I started, I couldn’t stop.

Each morning when I wake up, I meditate/pray for 20 minutes. For a good portion of that time, I purely focus on being thankful and grateful for everything that I have in my life, no matter how seemingly small or large. From the clothes I am wearing, the water I am drinking, our pets, the room I am in, God, my health, fiancée, family, friends, church, finances, opportunities, my past (the good and the “bad”), my church, my busi ness, my team, my partners, the DFW real estate community, and on and on. I think of as many things as I possibly can and truly feel gratitude

for them. Even … no … especially if those things/areas in my life are not where I would ideally like them to be.

The result is so powerful, and the cumulative effect of this over time is life-changing. With Thanksgiving coming up, I want to challenge you to be extra intentional about being grateful and giving thanks for all you have. I feel very confi dent that if you do this for seven days straight that you will begin to experience the power of it.

One of the things that I am most grateful for is my beauti ful and amazing fiancée, Jess. On Sept. 17, I asked Jess to marry me. She said “Yes!” and made me the happiest man in the world. Some things are very easy to be grateful for, and she is one of them. On Oct. 6, 2023, we will take our vows, and I will probably cry like a baby that entire day. I am seriously so dang grateful for that human.

Lastly, the Second Annual DFW Real Producers Black Tie Awards Gala, known as The ESPE Awards, is almost here! This is an event that so many people love and is something that I am extremely grateful for. Stay tuned for lots of vid eos and photos recapping this event.

Happy Thanksgiving, yall.

Stay Grateful!

JORDAN ESPESETH Owner jordan.espeseth@n2co.com

Janet Vega

Janet Vega rising star

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THROUGH

Life’s challenges and tribulations are a given. But how do we respond during those times? What steps do we take? What is possible?

Janet Vega is a prime example of that.

As a REALTOR® with Texas Connect Realty, Janet keeps moving forward … in the process, shining through for those around her.

“I love getting to learn about my clients’ stories. As part of that, the buyer’s con sultations are everything,” Janet explains.

“I get to understand their situation, and it helps me better be able to serve them.”

True Commitment

That commitment to her clients’ needs has continued even through one of the most challenging years of Janet’s life.

In January, she suddenly lost a dear friend and colleague — Dayalin Carrillo — who passed away in a car accident.

“Dayalin motivated me. She was very inspiring, and her legacy still lives within us. Together, we referred to ourselves as the Boss Babes and had a great connection and friendship,” Janet says.

“We motivated each other. Anytime I was down, I knew I could call her and she would have inspiration and ideas for taking positive action. She was a great role model and was an amazing person.”

The challenging chapters in life continued this summer when Janet’s father fell victim to a virus that left him paralyzed.

“My father has been the provider for the family, so when he was left paralyzed, I quickly realized our lives

had completely changed. It was one of the hardest challenges I’ve ever faced. Family has, and will always be, a pri ority in my life. She wasn’t sure what they were going to do, but I knew I had to be the support my parents needed at the hardest moment,” Janet remembers.

“I knew I had to work very hard. And since that happened, I knew I had to be a financial support for my parents. Things happen in life to help you evolve and grow as a person.”

Remarkable Results

Her efforts and results have been astounding. Since getting her start in the business, Janet has helped 102 families representing over $26 million in sales volume, including 50 transactions representing $13 million in sales volume through September, despite the challenges she and her family have faced in 2022.

She works with a deep sense of gratitude.

“What I’ve done for families is nothing compared to what they have done for me and helped me grow as a person,” she smiles. “I like helping their lives and stories.”

“Helping families achieve the goal to home ownership, espe cially the ones that didn’t see it possible, is what brings me joy and fulfillment.”

Getting Her Start in the Business

Prior to earning her real estate license two years ago, Janet worked for over ten years in the banking industry, serving as a Banker and Branch Manager.

“As part of my role in banking, I did a lot of sales. We covered sales for the branch and made sure that everyone was giving the best service. In 2020, as many people at that time, I was faced with a hit that my branch was closing down. I found myself lost as I was in the banking industry for nearly ten years. I was faced with the challenge of find ing myself again and what I wanted to do with my career.”

“At the time, my sister-in-law, Nancy, was doing real estate and she thought I would do well as a REALTOR® also. So, I got my license and tried it. It was the best decision ever. I finally found what I was born to do!”

Her Reason for Success

Janet’s underlying reason and motivation for what she does is her family, including her husband, Antonio, and their three children — 13-year-old,

Jazmen; 10-year-old, Mya; and 5-year-old, Julian.

“Antonio is amazing. He supports me in many ways, he handles the nitty gritty things of real estate for me. He puts my signs out for me, helps keep me on track with my sched ule, but most importantly, he ensures our children make it to their games and events. So grateful for his support--best partner I could ask for.”

Janet enjoys seeing the way all of her family have become part of the real estate effort.

“Many times, I will go to the grocery store and pass out my cards to people,” she says. “When my children are with me, they will even help identify people in the store, saying, ‘Mom, I think that person should have one of your cards, too.’ I love how my busi ness has become a family business. If I would have done it alone, I know I wouldn’t be where I am at without the support of my amazing family.”

In their free time, Janet and her family enjoy being involved with youth soc cer, watching Netflix, and staying at a local hotel for a pampering treat.

They also have a heart for helping others. One of their favorite organiza tions to support is St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Moving Forward

When you talk with Janet, it doesn’t take long to see the drive that she has that helps others achieve their dreams.

“I never give up to find options, and I work to go above and beyond to help others achieve their dreams,” she smiles. “With my family as my prior ity, I have the drive to keep going forward.”

“When people think of me, I want them to remem ber that anything is possible if you just work hard and have faith you can achieve anything.”

Day by day, Janet’s efforts truly shine through to serve the best interests of those around her.

Don't Be Mundane,

You can tell when you see someone who gives their all … those who hold nothing back when it helps in supporting the success of those around them.

That’s a way of life for Carlee Howard.

As broker/owner of Rafter H Realty, Carlee brings a real edge to the lives of others.

“I care about the people we serve and their transac tions,” Carlee says.

“I’m not just showing them a house. This is a huge deci sion, and I treat that house as if it was my own. It’s not some thing that I take lightly. As a result, it makes me feel very good to know that my clients trust me.”

A STANDOUT LIFE

Carlee grew up in Canyon, Texas. As she came of age, she made a name for herself as a standout basketball player … in turn, going on to play collegiate basketball at West Texas A&M. During that time, she met and married Dustin.

When she graduated, she earned her degree in education (as well as her master’s degree in administration) … going on to teach for five years. At the same time, she also coached basketball, volleyball, and track.

In time, Carlee and Dustin started their family. When their first child was born, Carlee made the decision to stay at home with them.

GROWING FOR THE FUTURE

As their children grew, Carlee talked with Dustin about the next steps in her professional life.

I’M NOT JUST SHOWING THEM A HOUSE. THIS IS A HUGE DECISION, AND I TREAT THAT HOUSE AS IF IT WAS MY OWN.

“After my youngest started kinder garten, I needed to do something that still gave me some flexibility to spend time with my boys. With the convinc ing of my husband, I decided to get my real estate license,” Carlee says.

“It was really difficult in the begin ning as I did not have a huge sphere of influence since we had just moved to DFW from the Panhandle. By nature, I am an introvert, so I joined a team at Keller Williams.”

Carlee credits her time on the team at Keller Williams with helping her learn the ropes in the industry. At the same time, she has a great apprecia tion for Dustin and the role he played in her success.

“My husband has a very strong business acumen, and he challenged me to get all in with a very aggressive marketing plan,” Carlee says.

“The marketing plan worked, and we started selling multiple houses per month. Then my ultra-competitive nature kicked in. I wanted to be the

best, so I joined the Tom Ferry Elite coaching program.”

OPENING NEW DOORS

In time, Dustin earned his real estate license and worked in the business part-time.

The chance to team up in life and business is something that Carlee is grateful for. With each step they take through life, faith plays a central role in their world.

“Every year, God has been faithful to our business. I’m not a super-outgoing person. I’m very quiet in large groups but great with people in person,” Carlee says.

“I have learned so much from real estate. This has made me grow as a person. I’m not as introverted. I’m ultra-competi tive. As part of that, I set goals for myself each year. I have a real estate coach. I need to set an example for my kids. I can’t be complacent.”

A WONDERFUL LIFE

Family is at the heart of life for Carlee. She looks forward to time spent with Dustin and their two sons — Colt and Gatlyn.

In their free time, they are defi nitely active in supporting their sons in their sports, including foot ball and travel baseball. They also like time together out on the water in their boat.

In addition, they are also very involved in their church and sup porting the Dream Hunt Foundation — an organization that provides hunting or fishing experiences for children who have had something tragic happen in their lives.

As Carlee looks to the future, she considers the lives that she will be able to impact for the better.

“I love interacting with people and having a one-on-one relationship with people,” Carlee says. “The best part is calling your clients and hearing their excitement as their dreams come true.”

I LOVE INTERACTING WITH PEOPLE AND HAVING A ONE-ON-ONE RELATIONSHIP WITH PEOPLE.

Starting in 2021, Real Producers started doing mini-magazine release parties! In attendance for these events, we will have those real estate agents and businesses that were featured in that issue, along with a few non-featured advertising partners.

At this event, we showcased the August, September, and October 2022 issues. These events are such a fun way to debut the mag azine and connect with a smaller group of incredible people.

Congratulations again to Ginger Trimble Knox, Brandi Wright, Bryson Swiggart, Dalton Carroll, PROCO, Clifton Johnson,

We look forward to continuing these smaller celebrations in the months and years ahead!

Worth Real Producers

April Clements, Leslie Holbrook Stegmeier, Steven Bradbury and Ann Motheral, Cardinal Financial, Jamie Adams, Jared Benson, John Teixeira, Rachael Brenneman, and Liberty Mutual.

Our team feels very grateful to have had the chance to share your stories and celebrate with you.

Photos by Cruz Acevedo, Flux Media

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JAY JAY

rp vetted business spotlight

BEES, RVS, AND CURRENCY

age were into reading comic books, Brown would study the stock market and was inspired by the legendary investor Warren Buffett.

Growing up in Harlingen, Texas down in the Rio Grande Valley, Jay Brown’s thoughts revolved around mainly two things: basketball and money. “I wanted to be in banking and finance since I was a kid,” said Brown. “I was the only one of all my friends that took the money and banking class in high school.” While other kids his

When he got a basketball scholarship to St. Gregory’s College, a two-year school in Shawnee, OK, he knew he would major in finance. During his last season, he injured his back and couldn’t play basketball com petitively any longer. Wanting to be closer to family in the DFW area, Brown finished college by attending the University of Texas at Arlington and started his banking career as a teller at Bank of America. “I think I’ve probably touched every aspect of retail banking. I really enjoyed my time working as a teller because I was good at building relationships, and I cared for our customers,” Brown said.

That talent, combined with his passion for finance, helped him quickly climb the retail banking ladder until he became a Regional Manager over branches in the DFW area. But while many people who reach a senior level position would kick back and enjoy their success, there was something nag ging Brown. “After a while, I had this feeling of “Been there, done that” he said. “But even more, I enjoyed retail banking because I felt like I was helping people. When I was managing all the area branches, I felt a disconnect with our customers. At that level, it was more about helping the organiza tion than helping people.”

Rather than suffering in silence, Brown made his frustration known

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JAY BROWN knows more about bees than most people in Texas. He also knows a few other things, like how to help his clients build wealth and become financially independent.

to a colleague who suggested that he consider making the move to the private banking side. While becoming a private client advisor satisfied Brown’s need to help people, he soon realized that there was only a certain type of person that he could help in private bank ing. “As a private client advisor, you only work with people with a minimum net worth of 5 to 10 million dollars. Most of my clients and prospects had a minimum of three million to invest, so I was only helping a small percentage of people who were very well-off, to begin with. When my sister came to me for help managing her portfolio, I couldn’t do it because she wasn’t at that level. It really hit home,” Brown said.

But once again, he wouldn’t live his life unhappy with his work sit uation. “I was talking about work with my daughter’s friend’s dad and told him about the challenges that I had try ing to advise a very small percentage of people in pri vate banking. He worked for Edward Jones Financial Advisors and suggested that I go talk to them,” said Brown. “It took them three times to convince me to join them, but I finally made the move. The third time’s the charm, I guess.”

Brown has been an Edward Jones Financial Advisor for five years now, and he couldn’t be happier

being able to help who he wants to, no matter the size of their portfo lio. He and his wife, Tina, who’s a REALTOR®, will be empty nesters after this year when their youngest of two daughters graduates from high school. They plan to hit the road in an RV they recently purchased to see the country. While he’s had an interest in RVs for a while, Brown waited until the pandemic to buy one. “We bought a 35-foot RV because it was the biggest one you could get and still be under the length requirements at national parks,” he said. “I ran a quick risk assessment and figured that even if we hated it, we could sell it used for more than we bought it brand new. It was essentially a no-risk situa tion, so we went for it.”

While his love for RVs was some thing that he doesn’t really talk about, another subject that came

up during our interview that hardly anyone knows about him is his vast knowledge of bees. The Brown family business was beekeeping (also known as Apiarists) in the Rio Grande Valley, and Brown worked with the bees up until he left for college. “My grand father got into the bee business in the late ‘50s,” said Brown. “We had honey production in two states until the early ‘80s. From the early ‘80s on, the business focused more on helping local farmers by pollinating their crops. We would take the hive to their land and then release the bees. Once they were done doing their job, they would return to the hive. Bees are some of the most interesting beings on the planet. Without bees, the bal ance of nature is in danger.”

Just like bees watch out for the bal ance of nature, Brown leverages his knowledge and expertise to ensure his client’s financial balances remain intact. “The most fulfilling thing about my job is that I get to help families reach their financial goals,” Brown said. “My advice is based solely on the needs of my clients. I act in their best interest, always.”

ADVICE is based solely on the needs of my clients. I ACT IN THEIR BEST INTEREST, ALWAYS.

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EQUIPPING OTHERS TO REACH THEIR DREAMS

You see, she has a true passion for helping others get where they want to go in life … for equipping others to reach for — and achieve — their dreams in life.

“I’m honored to help people reach their goals. Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases that families make, and it means a lot to me knowing that they trust me with that,” Paula emphasizes.

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AS A REALTOR® WITH EXP REALTY, PAULA SANDERS SMILES WHEN SHE TALKS ABOUT HER ROLE IN REAL ESTATE.

“I take the time to get to know the people I work with. By getting to know their story, I can help them and equip them to get what they want. A lot of people I work with are new to North Texas, and I really enjoy helping to match them up with options that are right for them. That’s a beautiful thing.”

TAKING A NATURAL NEXT STEP FORWARD

As Paula explains, she got into real estate during a time when she was restarting her life and taking a new direction ahead.

Paula had been a juvenile probation officer for 12 years. In time, she looked at going into ministry work. In the process, she earned her master’s degree in Christian education.

“Then, when my brother was run ning for office, I helped him during his campaign. That let me see that I had the ability to influence and equip people to help make the world a bet ter place,” she says. “I was offered a position with the local political party.”

Paula took the position because she thought it would be a way for her to serve the greater community. However, after a year and a half, she knew it was time to take a different path.

“The political party I was working for didn’t pay very well. And they were moving me to part-time,” she remembers. “Unsure what was next, for a little while I worked as an Uber driver. I had a lot of fun with that. It gave me a chance to learn more about myself, and it gave me the freedom and chance to control my income. Plus, it also helped me learn more about DFW as a whole. I didn’t realize at the time how much it would help me learn more about the area.”

Eventually, Paula knew the direction she would take next … real estate.

“I was looking for a different direction … something that I really enjoyed and that would give me the kind of lifestyle that I wanted with a way to pay bills and have more freedom. With real estate, I knew it would be like a blank canvas … allowing me to build a lifestyle I wanted while serving others,” Paula remembers.

“It was something I had been interested in. It seemed like I was always looking at floorplans of houses and checking out the real estate section in the newspaper. It just appealed to me, and I liked the fact that there are no limits in real estate. There are no caps on what you can do. I knew it was all up to me. I’ve always liked to serve. I knew whatever I did was going to have to be about helping others. Real estate was a natural progres sion for me.”

Paula earned her real estate license in 2016. As she did, she remem bered the lessons she had learned from her parents.

“My parents told me, ‘Whatever you do, become a student of it. Your gifts make room for you.’ I knew I could

serve people. I don’t like sales, but I knew it had to be a product I believed in,” Paula points out.

“Real estate was different because I was helping people reach their goals and what they wanted to accomplish. I knew if I could focus on it, I could do well at it. That’s what happened. It was all about serving people. I see real estate as a ministry. My place on earth is to share information.”

BUILDING WITH HER BEST

The rest is history. Paula earned her license, dove in, progressed quickly, and built a real reputation for results. Today she is ranked among the top-producing agents from across the region.

“I’m very honored to be where I am in my career,” she says. “It’s crazy. I can’t believe I’m here and have reached this level of success. I know that God has blessed me in my business.”

Paula has built a sizable following with her videos and social media.

“My videos have gotten a lot of attention because I share a lot of information about real

estate myself, and as a result, they feel like they know me,” she says. “I like that, and I’m honored when they stop me when I’m at the store to talk with me. I am very grateful.”

While Paula takes her role seriously, she also makes sure that those around her have fun on the journey.

“I was known as a Class Clown in

“They encouraged me to master things… to become a student of anything that I did,” Paula says. “You can do anything you put your mind to. I love spoiling my nieces and nephews, too. I take them on little trips sometimes.”

In her free time, Paula has a love for travel. In fact, she spent a month in Panama and appreciated the ability that she still had to continue her busi

When it comes to giving back, Paula has a heart for helping. She supports an organization called Opening Doors to Women in Need … a group that makes a difference in the lives of many local women. She also gives to her high school and college alumni associations.

“I like giving to organizations that make a real difference in the lives of families in our commu nity,” she says.

As she helps others across North Texas, she has big goals for her own future. She brings a real spark, energy, and positivity … and she looks forward to the time when she meets someone special and starts her own family, as well.

In the meantime, Paula is proud of her real estate family at eXp Realty, including her group called the Breadwinners.

“I’m proud of giving back by sharing my gifts with other REALTORS®. I’m excited about helping others see the possibilities that exist in this career. Now that I’ve seen the opportunities, I know those aren’t just for me. Those possibilities are for others, too,” Paula emphasizes.

“I am an equipper. I want to point other people to this rewarding opportunity if they want it. I’m honored to be a catalyst for them … sharing information with oth ers so they can see their options and make better decisions.”

Truly, Paula Sanders makes an undeniable difference … equipping others to reach their dreams.

Marlin

WILBUR

Positive Perspective

In life and work, there is no replace ment for a can-do spirit that says, “Bring it on. No matter what you throw at me, I can still make it happen.”

That’s the kind of never-say-die spirit that Marlin Wilbur puts to work for his clients and REALTORS®.

As a Broker/Owner with Veteran Real Estate Partners, Marlin rises to the occasion in powerful ways with his truly positive perspective.

“My biggest thing is that sense of accomplishment when they sign the papers, and they realize that they just bought or sold a house,” Marlin explains. “They can get frustrated with all the steps along the way. But I just try to help them stay positive. In the process, I say, ‘You were meant to buy this house. It is going to work, and you need to have faith that it will.’”

Making It Happen

Getting to a point in the process that clients didn’t think was possible is especially gratifying for Marlin.

the opportunity to do business with someone they can trust and always understand ... that will always have your back in their time of service or real estate! That’s why I named the brokerage Veteran Real Estate Partners,” Marlin says.

Drive and Dedication

As part of his dedication to those who have served, Marlin provides special offerings to those on the front lines of serving and protecting: Marlin has the Elite Force Home Buying Program. Through that program that Marlin conducts with his lending partners, he offers a 25 percent rebate to go towards the veterans’ and first responders’ closing costs!

Today, Marlin has a full team who share his same mindset and approach to giving back to the community.

“My whole idea at first was recruiting veterans. I know they love real estate like I do. A lot of us are drawn to real estate when we are done serving. I started off by recruiting people who have served their country,” he emphasizes. “Then I realized that it’s not just people who served, but it’s also people who appreciate what we have done in the military and for our country. I love our fantastic team that is a mix of veterans, military, spouses, and civilians.”

Family is at the heart of life for Marlin. “I treat my agents like family, and they are a huge part of my success. I am that annoy ing father figure who will call my agents out of the blue to see how things are going with them and just to see how they are doing. I understand that this business can be challenging at times, and I want them to understand that I am here for them, no matter what, whether it’s a listing presentation or a basketball game for their children. I provide continuous support for them, and I love my agents, and I want them to exceed abundantly, and there isn’t anything they can do about it,” he says, laughing.

He treasures time with his wife, Michelle, and their four kids … Marnitra, Marlin Jr., Makayla, and Mekhi.

“The great thing is that my wife and I got into real estate as a team back in 2006. She does appraisals, as well. Having the support from your spouse is one of the most important things that allows a per son to be successful in this busi ness,” Marlin says. “If you don’t have that support, it’s going to be difficult. You always need to put your family first. I’m grateful to have her as my business partner.”

In his free time, Marlin has a passion for fishing.

“I love it. There’s something about being near the water and just relaxing; I don’t even have to catch anything … it’s just peaceful,” Marlin says. “Plus, I like the fact that you get something tangible that you can take away from fishing, if I do actually catch something.”

When you talk with Marlin, you can see the best the nation has to offer … a heartfelt commitment to give his best and to make those around him even better. Truly, Marlin does just that through his positive perspective and tireless service to those around him.

As he says, “My hope is that the peo ple around me know that I really care about their success in accomplishing their goals.”

FAQ

ABOUT THIS MAGAZINE

Real Producers magazine started in Indianapolis in 2015 and is now in over 100 markets across the nation and continues to spread rapidly. Real Producers first launched in DFW in August 2018 with North DFW Real Producers (now called “North Dallas”). In May 2019, Dallas Real Producers launched, and then Tarrant Real Producers in March of 2021.

In 2022, Tarrant Real Producers split into two publications, North Fort Worth and Fort Worth Real Producers Fort Worth Real Producers is launching with the August 2022 issue!

Q: WHO RECEIVES Real Producers MAGAZINES?

A: The top 500 real estate agents in each of the four markets in DFW based on their MLS production for the previous year. Refer to the map in this publication for the exact territories. If your broker address is within that given territory and you are in the top 500, you will receive that publication for the year. There are approximately 60,000 licensed real estate agents in DFW. The list will reset at the end of every year and continue to update annually.

Q: WHAT IS THE GOAL OF THIS MAGAZINE?

A: We believe that we are better together. When we surround ourselves with other successful, like-minded people, we grow to new heights. Real Producers is a platform that brings together the most elite individuals in DFW real estate.

We take the top 500 real estate agents and RP-vetted busi nesses in every market, and we build an exclusive community around that group. We share their stories, successes, market trends, upcoming events — really, anything that will connect, inform and inspire, we put in our monthly publication.

Q: DOES Real Producers HAVE EVENTS?

A: Yes! Each community will have two main events a year, and then we do a combined event at the end of the year, which is an awards gala called The ESPEs. For these events, we invite the top 500 real estate agents and our RP-vetted businesses. Top 500 agents are allowed to invite members on their team as well. These events are an incredible opportunity to connect with the best of the best in DFW real estate. It is amazing to

see the power in the connections made at these events. Be on the lookout for your exclusive invites!

Q: WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR BEING FEATURED IN THIS MAGAZINE?

A: It’s really simple. You have to be on the top 500 list, and we take nominations seriously. You can nominate other real estate agents, businesses, brokers, owners or even yourself! Office lead ers can also nominate real estate agents. We will consider any one brought to our attention who is in the top 500 because we don’t know everyone’s story, so we need your help to learn about them. We cannot guarantee a feature, but we encourage you to meet with one of our team members, support Real Producers and attend our private events to increase your chances.

You can email your nominations to jordan.espeseth@realproducersmag.com.

Q: WHAT DOES IT COST A REAL ESTATE AGENT/ TEAM TO BE FEATURED?

A: Zero, zilch, zippo, nada, nil. It costs nothing, my friends, so nominate away! We are not a pay-to-play model. We share real stories of Real Producers.

Q: WHO ARE THE RP-VETTED BUSINESSES?

A: They are one of the best businesses in DFW in their category, and you can find them listed in our index! We don’t just find these businesses off the street, nor do we work with all businesses that approach us. One of many of the top real estate agents has recommended every single business you see in this publication. We won’t even meet with a business that has not been vetted by one of you and “stamped for approval,” in a sense. Our team will further vet every business to make sure they are a good fit and bring value to our community. Our goal is to create a powerhouse network, not only for the best real estate agents in the area but the best businesses, as well, so we can grow stronger together.

Q: HOW CAN I RECOMMEND A BUSINESS?

A: If you know and want to recommend a business that works with top real estate agents, please email us to let us know at jordan.espeseth@realproducersmag.com.