Today we’d like to introduce you to Jurgen Bushi.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My story in real estate is untraditional. However, the factors that motivated me are very similar to most others in this industry. I wanted a career that would allow me to take full control of my schedule, have a positive impact on those I served and the community as well, all while securing a great financial position for my retirement. What is not traditional is that prior to becoming a real estate agent I worked alongside fix and flippers and landlords. I always wanted to build the houses people would soon call home. However, after a few years, I found the managerial aspect of renovating homes to be daunting. I got my real estate license to renew my interest in the industry. This is when I realized that helping others find their dream home, for me, was much more fun and rewarding than building a single house and hoping someone would call it home. Now I work for the best and most service-oriented real estate team in South Carolina. Richter and Co., led by the number one agent in Charleston, Kevin Richter, has been the greatest experience in this industry I have yet had. I am excited for the future and look forward to seeing many more happy faces picking up the keys to their new homes.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
There are no smooth roads in commission-only sales jobs. Nobody really emphasizes how important it to have saved up reserves for 6-12 months before going into this business. In your first year, it is impossible to predict when you will earn a commission. One closing might only take 14 days and another might be 6+ months out. And if you can close on one house a month (which would be an extraordinary first year), after paying taxes, you will likely be earning right around the medium income of the average American. Budgeting your money is the biggest struggle in the beginning. The second greatest struggle is developing experience. The truth is you simply won’t earn the confidence of your clients until you have experience which without a team behind you will only build up through losing others’ confidence. Do not try to do this business alone unless you have the privilege to lose and waste your time aimlessly. Once you’ve developed experience and your business is running efficiently comes the greatest struggle. This is maintaining a service-oriented mindset. In truth, I do not sell houses – I open doors, I make myself available 24/7, I research anything I’m requested to, I write offers on Saturday Nights, I take calls before working hours at 7 am, I sit on the phone for hours while people vent all the emotions they are experiencing in the biggest purchase of their life. People buy their houses; I am a conduit to their decision to do so. And it is the best job I could have asked for.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I am real estate agent of the brokerage Brand Name Real Estate. I am based in Charleston, South Carolina. I do what every real estate agent does and then a lot more. What sets me apart is my mindset. I understand that real estate is disguised as a sales industry but is in fact a service industry. I am proud to work alongside an entire team of dedicated professionals.
Have you learned any interesting or important lessons due to the Covid-19 Crisis?
We need to be willing to listen to each other. While many have people have been extremely concerned with the pandemic and many others have chosen a more relaxed stance – I find that accommodating individuals based on their personal needs, so long as it comes to no harm to yourself and your community, is the path of least resistance.
Contact Info:
- Email: jurgen.richterco@gmail.com
- Website: https://www.charlestonhomesearching.com/team/urgen-bushi
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jurgensworld/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jurgensworld
