Intro:

From the outside, real estate looks simple: list a house, host an open house, cash a check. But behind every “SOLD” sign in Columbus, there’s a complex system of contracts, strategy, and long hours most people never see. So how do real estate agents actually work? Let’s take a peek behind the curtain.

1. We’re Matchmakers and Negotiators

Our job starts with understanding people — what buyers want, what sellers need, and how to make those two things meet in the middle. In Powell and Dublin, that means knowing which neighborhoods move fastest, what builders are offering incentives, and how to structure a win-win deal.

2. We’re Small Business Owners, Not Employees

Most agents, including me, are independent contractors. That means we handle our own marketing, expenses, and scheduling. From yard signs to drone photos, it’s all on us — and that autonomy is what keeps us sharp and invested in every client outcome.

3. We Work When Everyone Else Doesn’t

Evenings, weekends, holidays — that’s when real estate happens. Whether it’s showings in Westerville or inspection walkthroughs in Evans Farm, our schedules flex around our clients’ lives, not the other way around.

4. We’re Data Analysts in Disguise

Good Realtors don’t guess — we analyze. We track absorption rates, price per square foot, and local inventory trends. In Columbus, those metrics tell the story long before the headlines do.

5. We’re Relationship Builders First, Salespeople Second

Every transaction starts with trust. The best agents aren’t chasing commissions — they’re building relationships that lead to repeat clients, referrals, and lifelong connections.

CTA:

👉 Curious what working with a full-time, data-driven REALTOR® looks like? Let’s sit down and map out your next move in Columbus, Powell, or Dublin.

[Contact Patrick Murphy, REALTOR® — Columbus, Powell & Dublin Expert]