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Nathan Abbott, "Remove the Fear of Growth", CEO of the Abbott Team by eXp in the Emerald Coast of Florida, shares his story on Global Luxury Real Estate Mastermind with Michael Valdes Podcast #195
Nathan Abbott, CEO of the Abbott Team by eXp in the Emerald Coast of Florida sits down with me to discuss being a third-generation real estate family and selling this undiscovered place to a global audience. Nathan's humility makes his success so much more deserved.
More About Nathan Abbott:
Nathan Abbott has real estate in his blood and carries on the Abbott Family Tradition. His family’s company, Abbott Realty Services, was the top employer in Northwest Florida between the 1980’s through the 90’s
“I was born into a real estate family that is three generations deep. It’s all I have ever known. I love meeting new people and being able to make a positive impact in their lives. I also love sales – which started at my Papa’s garage sales at a young age!”
Nathan graduated college with a BA from Florida State University in business management. He was awarded “Rookie of the Year” after his first year in real estate – for excellence in sales and customer service.
Nathan and his wife, Erin, have worked smart for nearly two decades; they’ve continued to increase their sales production and are now included in the top 1% of brokers nationwide!
“I have personally been involved in over $550 Million in closed real estate sales throughout my career. I’m a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Investment Agent Specialist, Distressed Property Expert as well as a member of the Million Dollar Guild Club. I was also recently featured on the Cover of Top Agent as well as many other national publications.”
Nathan strives to provide the best service, great relationships, integrity, vision, and excellence!
He is a native to the area and has a passion for introducing people to the Emerald Coast from a true local’s perspective. “I believe that good customer skills are the key aspects to being successful. Using our contacts, our knowledge of the area, and our diligent work ethic, our customers enjoy a smooth and successful real estate experience.”
About Michael Valdes:
Michael Valdes is the President of eXp Global. He is currently the only Latino President of a publicly traded real estate company in the country (Nasdaq: EXPI). In his first year of joining, he has led a team that has opened 12 countries in 12 months without ever getting on a plane which is a feat that has never been done in the industry. This model has successfully touched the lives of thousands of people across the globe and given them an opportunity to change their lives.
Michael was the former Senior Vice President of Global Servicing for Realogy Corporation. In that role he oversaw the international servicing platform for all Realogy brands including Century 21, Coldwell Banker, ERA, Better Homes & Garden, Corcoran, Climb and Sotheby’s International Realty in 113 countries. He had been with Realogy in a variety of roles for 15 years. Prior to that, Mr. Valdes was Director of Private Banking at Deutsche Bank for a decade where he oversaw a book of business of just under $1 billion. He has the distinction of being the first Director in the United States of Latino descent.
Mr. Valdes is the Chair of the AREAA Global Advisory Board and co-host of the 2020 AREAA Global Luxury Summit. He is also a current member of the NAHREP Corporate Board of Governors. Additionally, he is a the Executive Chair of eXp Latino and former member of the Realogy Diversity Board as well as the Executive Chair of the ONE VOZ, Hispanic ERG. He is a former Board Member of Mount Sinai Hospital in Miami Beach as well as the Shanti Organization in San Francisco. Michael was also a Board Member of Pink & Blue for 2, an organization started by Olivia Newton-John to promote breast and prostate cancer awareness.
Michael is also the host of "The Global Luxury Real Estate Mastermind" podcast which focuses on interviewing global leaders in the industry. It is currently distributed in over 90 countries and has over 10 million impressions. He is also a current member of the Forbes Real Estate Advisory Council.
He currently resides in New York City and has a home in Miami.
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