How Married Couples Can Fashion a Successful Real Estate Partnership

One distinctive aspect of real estate sales is the relative abundance within that field of successful agent teams consisting of married couples; my husband, Chuck, and I feel fortunate to count ourselves among that group.

Because selling real estate is often a 24/7 vocation, having our spouse involved can be a real plus. A spouse who is also your business partner will better understand the demands of your business than one who, for example, works as a banker, teacher or firefighter. He or she also will be able to offer a unique level of round- the clock support, so that when a panicked client calls at 9 p.m. and you are reading a bedtime story to your daughter, your spouse may be able to handle the client’s concerns.

For the benefit of others who are trying to follow the same path, here are what we view as essential tips on how married couples can fashion a successful real estate partnership:

1. Determine each partner’s responsibilities

2. Be flexible and learn to adjust responsibilities