#189 Julie Longtin: Real Estate Success: Perseverance, Integrity, and Financial Freedom

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Real Estate Breakthrough Show! In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Julie Longtin, the owner of Cityside Properties and a true titan in the real estate industry. 

With over 25 years of experience, Julie has been honored with numerous prestigious awards and has been featured in national publications for her remarkable contributions to the field.

About Julie Longtin:

Julie Longtin is renowned for her impressive career achievements. She is the youngest woman in Rhode Island to be inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame and has been recognized as a top PowerBroker by COStar Commercial Group. Julie's excellence in advertising has earned her publishing accolades, and she consistently ranks among the top ten RE/MAX Realtors in Rhode Island. Her insights and expertise have been quoted in hundreds of periodicals, including MONEY Magazine, The New York Times, and the Chicago Tribune. Julie's properties have even been showcased on the Today Show. She is also a former licensed real estate appraiser, adding another layer of expertise to her already impressive resume.

Cityside Properties:

Julie Longtin leads Cityside Properties, formerly known as RE/MAX Cityside. Her team is proficient in handling a wide range of real estate transactions, including residential, commercial, rentals, property management, and expert testimony/studies. No property is too big or too small for Cityside Properties to successfully represent.

Community Involvement:

Under Julie's leadership, Cityside Properties has made significant contributions to the community. They have been profiled by Providence Business News for their role as a pro-bono art gallery for local artists. Julie's team has also been recognized by Channel 10 and the Mayor of Providence for their charitable work, including a foster family drive that led to the placement of four children. Additionally, Cityside Properties supports various charitable organizations such as the United Way and Aids Care Ocean State. Be sure to ask about their community giving program.

Topics discussed:

-Julie's Professional Journey of over 30 years in real estate

- Achievements include being the youngest woman to hit RE/MAX Hall of Fame at age 31.

- The process of overcoming industry challenges as a woman in a male-dominated field.

- The importance of perseverance and overcoming obstacles in achieving success.

- Julie's personal approach of failing forward and maintaining resilience.

-The multifaceted benefits of real estate, from creating personal wealth to providing essential services and investment opportunities.

- Current industry challenges including DOJ litigation concerning commission structures and perceived antitrust violations.

- The misconceptions around commission structures and the impact on various sectors of the market.

- The importance of prioritizing client needs over transactions.

-The cyclical nature of financial markets and the importance of stability.

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Find more about Julie here:

mycitysidehomes.com (Company)

julielongtin.com (Personal)

landvest.com (Company)