When Ed Averette bought his first home, he, like many new homebuyers, didn’t know much about the process. He didn’t ask all the questions he should have, he made mistakes, but this learning experience became a growing experience. It inspired him to become a real estate agent, so he could help ensure others knew anything and everything. And for the past 13 years, he’s been doing just that.

Agent Tracy Josey has called Charlotte home for the last 35 years—she loves the great climate and fast-growing population. Tracy started out doing home equity loans in the banking industry, but 19 years ago, she knew she needed a change. So, she became a real estate agent, leveraging her banking experience to benefit her clients even more.