Kyle Matta

CENTURY 21 Sakmar & Associates

Photo by Stylish Detroit

Age:

28

Number of Years in Real Estate:

5

Why did you decide to get into real estate?

After owning and operating my own small business for many years, I was ready for the next step in my career. One day I saw a job posting in the window of Sakar & Associates, and it made me think “why not me?” I took a leap of faith and dedicated myself to learning and pursuing the path of real estate.

What are you most excited about in your life right now?

The next big deal and being able to make a living doing what I am most passionate about: real estate.

What do you do to stay grounded/centered/sane?

Quality time with friends and family. Being social and around people is what puts my mind at ease.

When are you at your best?

I am at my best when I am surrounded by the people I love. Loving and supporting relationships and friendships make me a better person.

How did your challenges shape who you are today?

I look at my challenges as a learning experience that only has made me stronger and more capable of handling the next challenge that comes my way.

What drives or motivates you?

Real estate motivates me because the only limits of my success are those that I put on myself.

As a 2021 Best-in-Class honoree, what are your words of wisdom for the next generation of real estate agents?

Don’t be afraid to stop and celebrate those small successes along the way. Looking at the bigger picture of things will help on the path to success.

FAST FACTS & FAVORITES

Bucket list item?

Buying my dream car — already did, LOL

Guilty pleasure?

Binge-watching HBO shows

Most influential “teacher” or mentor in real estate?

Andy Sakmar — the best mentor I could have asked for when I began my career in real estate

If you wrote a book about yourself, what would you call it?

“Patience Is Key”

If you could have a two-hour conversation with one person, dead or alive, who would it be?

My late grandfather

Something you can’t live without?

My family, especially my wife. She keeps me grounded.

What is your theme song for life?

“It’s My Life” by Bon Jovi

Habit you want to shake?

Late-night snacking

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Police officer

Saying or expression that you probably say too often?

“Let’s rock ‘n’ roll” — this even ended up in my wedding speech.

Something you loved doing as a kid that you still love doing as an adult?

Playing hockey

Favorite podcast?

“The Joe Rogan Experience”

Favorite TV show/ movie?

“Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles” and “Animal House”

Favorite school subject?

History

Kyle Matta - Best-in-Class Honoree