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ealtor® Spotlight
Name: “Amy” Amarilys Alvarez
2020 WCR Local President Elect/R.A.I.N Volunteer
What organization do you work with?
Amy Alvarez is serving as 2020 President Elect for the Women's Council of Realtors® Bonita Springs Estero Network.
What does Women’s Council of Realtors® do? Women’s Council of Realtors® is a network of successful Realtors®, advancing women as business leaders in the in- dustry and in the communities we serve. (But, don’t let the name mislead you – We are inclusive and value our Male counterparts.) The Women's Council of Realtors®provides an environment in which members support each other and work together to achieve personal growth and busi- ness success. Members are career-minded professionals who operate based on a shared value system of integrity and respect and a commitment to excellence and continu- ous learning and development.
Why did you become a Realtor®?
My decision to become a Realtors® was the result of a con-
versation I had several years ago with a broker friend of mine from New York. I was telling him about the residen- tial rental properties I had purchased shortly after moving to Florida and my plan to personally manage them. I had made it a priority to take pride in my properties and make sure I had happy and satisfied tenants. When my friend asked about my experience in purchasing my first home,
I remembered how grateful I was to have worked with an agent who really cared. That got me thinking that maybe I could be that kind of Realtor - one with the passion and commitment to provide my customers with the best possi- ble representation. So I decided to go for it, and one week later I was sitting in a classroom taking the pre-licensing course!
What recommendations do you have for our readers?
I would strongly recommend getting involved and giving back. When I joined the Women's Council of Realtors® as a newly licensed agent, I saw it strictly as a pathway to learning. To my surprise, I found myself in an inclusive environment where I felt uplifted and empowered, ready to face the many challenges ahead. Because real estate is a constantly changing entity, I do not by any means profess to know everything. But what I do know is this:
I am passionate about us Realtors collaborating to raise the bar and lift our profession to a higher standard in the eyes of our community.
*Amy Donates a portion of each sale to "R.A.I.N"
a no-kill animal rescue organization dedicated to reducing the number of pets in need through public education and spay/neuter of all of our animals.