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Today we’d like to introduce you to Madison Kissel.

Madison, can you briefly walk us through your story – how you started and how you got to where you are today.
I kind of fell into real estate actually. In 2015, I was two semesters away from graduating with my BSN nursing degree from the University of Colorado. But then, life happened. I had a very severe snowboarding accident. I broke both legs during the crash and was confined to a wheelchair for six months. I had been bartending my way through nursing school, but that wasn’t an option in a wheelchair! So, I reached out to one of the regulars I had at the bar I worked at who did his monthly real estate happy hours at our restaurant. He was a top producer and always mentioned that I would be “good” at real estate if anything ever changed.

Well, something had definitely changed! So, I reached out to him very informally on Facebook begging for a job. I started as an office intern for the firm, moved up quickly to his executive assistant, and then became his buyer’s agent before going out on my own officially in 2017.

Since then, I have been insanely fortunate to have found my true path in life. I always knew that I wanted to take care of people, particularly during a trying time. I absolutely love what I do and I get to be involved in a very intimate time for my clients. I love that they trust me to lead them on the right path. Real estate helps fuel my passion for helping others and connecting with them on a deep level when they need it the most, similarly to why I was drawn to nursing originally. I was hesitant to become a realtor because I didn’t want to be in “sales” but I don’t view what I do as sales – much more like consulting as a trusted advisor.

I think my drive stems from my upbringing. I was born in Dayton, Ohio. My mom was a single mother, and we didn’t have much while growing up. I now have the opportunity for my own financial freedom for the first time ever, and I am able to empower my clients to do the same with building wealth through their real estate. Being able to finally personally be financially independent and have the opportunity to travel where I want, take myself back to college, give to the non-profits I want to, when I want to, and how I want to. I am able to have more of a say in my communities and have found a glowing confidence that I never knew I had.

Great, 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?
Anything but smooth as you can tell. I fell into my industry because of tragedy. But boy, has it been an amazing journey! I have been able to really find myself and feel strong and empowered for the first time in my life. What I would tell any other woman who is struggling to find her passion is to be open and receptive to this world. It works in mysterious ways but if you aren’t open, you won’t find it.

One other biggie for me has been ‘don’t dim your shine to make other people feel comfortable’. If they are made uncomfortable because of you or your successes, they probably don’t deserve to be in your life anyways. There is no ceiling above us; you can make this life exactly what you want and more. So dream big and shoot for the moon because worst-case scenario, you fall on a star. Your goals should scare you.

What do you do, what do you specialize in, what are you known for, etc. What are you most proud of? What sets you apart from others?
I am in the business of helping consumers purchase or sell their homes. I specialize in all of the Denver Metro area with a heavy focus on Denver Proper and the west side of town – West Denver, Lakewood, Arvada.

In my short 4 years of real estate, I have had the pleasure of touching an astounding 600 transactions from start to finish. My #1 focus is empowering each client to experience financial freedom and independence through their real estate. I provide a high level of market knowledge, investment insight, and a dedicated support staff for a seamless customer experience. I was voted Best of Zillow (Top 2% of producing agents on Zillow) and I received the 5280’s Rising Star Award in 2018.

I LOVE giving back to my community. I am on the board of directors for Extreme Community Makeover, which helps to feed my passion for helping others that are not as fortunate from being displaced from their homes. I am also on the board for the Denver Metro Association of Realtor’s Young Professionals Network so that I can be an active voice in my industry. And lastly, I also sit on the Empowerment Council of the Women’s Foundation of Colorado to work towards policy reform and legislation for female equality across the state.

It’s difficult to determine what exactly sets you apart from others. But what my clients tell me is that I give them solace that they are in capable, honest, and caring hands. I want my clients to fall in love with their home and not settle whatsoever. Everyone deserves to be in love with their home – especially their first one. In a challenging and competitive market, it’s crucial to have someone on your side who genuinely cares about your best interests and will give you the guidance you need.

 

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Kylie Fitts, Katy Owens

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