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  • Coldwell Banker's top agent in the world shares his secrets to success.
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  • @carolcase
    @carolcase 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    liked the guy a lot....no pretension...easy going...not full of himself...I have been in film production for years and I am making my way into real estate and watching/listening to Chris made me smile. I understand his personality...
    the power of positive thought....could have listened to more.

  • @offertoclose4404
    @offertoclose4404 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What an inspirational story. Couldn't agree more, no deal is worth your integrity or reputation!

  • @yourworld163
    @yourworld163 8 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    the power of thought
    turning a negative to a positive
    couldn't have said it better Inspires me to be a better agent

  • @warrenforeigns4898
    @warrenforeigns4898 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So working with a famous photographer and living in Malibu are major advantages. The rest is what makes him a normal agent, he actually works. You aren’t going to be born in his situation or have the connections but you can work and it’s always been a numbers game. I used to work with Josh Altman, he was very friendly and sociable. That is the best approach no matter how much money you have.

  • @rgosimrealestate
    @rgosimrealestate 9 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Admire him being real nice and humble. Very inspiring video

  • @rickandjoyce
    @rickandjoyce 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very inspiring profile. So at ease and honest. No wonder Chris Cortazzo is number 1 in Malibu and #1 in the Coldwell Banker real estate world!

  • @mathewsabraham8665
    @mathewsabraham8665 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great Attitude!!! Yes you are right "Everything happens for a good reason".

  • @EleganceRealty
    @EleganceRealty ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing, inspiring story. Hard work and integrity definitely go a long way. Kudos to him.

  • @condoconnectionscondosfors7625
    @condoconnectionscondosfors7625 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's always great to follow people who have proven themselves successful. Thanks!

  • @RickFrissell
    @RickFrissell 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Chris has nailed it. Sounds simple to say "integrity," or "ethics" or "hard work." But, it is sad, as an agent myself, how much of a stretch that is for so many. If I were not an agent, I would love to have Chris represent me.

  • @michaelbchadwick24
    @michaelbchadwick24 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a moving and inspirational story. Sounds like Mr. Cortazzo has read the 4 agreements by Miguel Ruiz: Be impeccable with your word, don't take anything personally, don't ever make assumptions, and do your best. Also he brought up a huge point that regardless of his connections he still needed to learn the business of real estate and there is a ton of hard work involved. It's not like one door opens and you're "in", you gotta keep learning how to find new doors.

  • @i123456987654
    @i123456987654 ปีที่แล้ว

    i'm sorry for his loss...it's so sad to lose a parent but i'm sure his dad is very proud of him

  • @wrathofme03
    @wrathofme03 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Good for him. I'm going to be very successful one day too.

  • @BUTTA170
    @BUTTA170 8 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Integrity= having rich parents and famous wealthy friends lol

    • @BUTTA170
      @BUTTA170 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      ***** and who are you referring to when you say "Poor"?

    • @ronaldinovelasquez6573
      @ronaldinovelasquez6573 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      People with poor mindsets

    • @Thefunkeemonkee
      @Thefunkeemonkee 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Smells like enviousness...

    • @George_Sorvey
      @George_Sorvey 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      They didn't do the work for him.

  • @lllovezbeauty
    @lllovezbeauty 11 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hard work pays off!

  • @ythsh
    @ythsh 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    being a nice and amiable guy is a strong character in real estate business, in which your connections are everything.

  • @Ben-cg8qk
    @Ben-cg8qk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    "i don't want to cry on camera" (camera zooms in on face)

  • @RealtorsinDC
    @RealtorsinDC 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a story!! Thank you for being open and your first statement for being remembered as a "Nice Guy" tell a lot about yourself instead of being #1 Real Estate Agent in the world.
    Also like Chris Cortazzo secret of success "Hard work and Integrity".

  • @StevenZagaris
    @StevenZagaris 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a great example of playing up your strengths. For Chris, it was his local knowledge and leveraging his personal contacts.

  • @etaylor38
    @etaylor38 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Right place, Right time.

  • @FinlayBrewerLondon
    @FinlayBrewerLondon 9 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    There are a lot of established real estate agents, and to be at the top you really have to work extra hard. I think Chris Cortazzo is outstanding!

  • @mendebenjy9251
    @mendebenjy9251 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That guy is so lucky God gave him ability and success.

  • @omarniko6093
    @omarniko6093 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mr chris you are one of the best in the world.I think that you are the { Epitomy } of the realestate industry.I will be contacting you very soon so we can do business.Im in need of a few high end luxury estates.Your very humble and kind,and thats why i tjhink that God has blessed you so much.Talk to you soon.

  • @princetonrealtygroup6325
    @princetonrealtygroup6325 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations on a dream career in real estate! Hard work always pays off.

  • @kevc21
    @kevc21 11 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    True story... I've sold a $135k in Compton. I've sold a $3.1 million in Dana Point. I'm black. I was raised on Air Forces bases. I mention it to show that... it's true, a person can sell anywhere.

  • @luxushauseragency
    @luxushauseragency 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Chris is a genuine hard working professional with a lovely story of how it all started. Amazing!

  • @Thefunkeemonkee
    @Thefunkeemonkee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Right place, right time is just the answer of someone who is after the money. There is a more profound connection of what these successful people do for living and the average joe who is desperate to make the next deal. If you are not able to at least appreciate those who succeed, you will never have a chance. Begin with that.

  • @kathleenwoods4252
    @kathleenwoods4252 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Touching

  • @hannahca33
    @hannahca33 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is great! Keep up the great work Chris!

  • @berrynick135
    @berrynick135 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cortazzo is a no-brainer real estate agent!!! Thax for your insight...

  • @dannyjstill
    @dannyjstill 10 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I haven't witnessed this much fawning since the Narnia films...

  • @NoYourDone
    @NoYourDone 10 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    why is everyone so impressed with this guy? There are a lot of people out there that probably work harder everyday and are better in every way. The reason he's making so much more money than everyone else is because of the high end market he is in and the connections that came along with his previous job. Almost all of his success has branched from him simply being born into an affluent family. A lot of people don't even come close to having the advantages that have so easily fell upon this guy so don't go putting this guy up on a giant pedestol as someone you strive to be like, look up to someone who came from nothing and worked their ass off everyday to be successful.

    • @tsurek
      @tsurek 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wow, your so stupid. He started in 1994 and it took him 6 years until he was #1 agent in 2000, only in Malibu. 6 YEARS!! the video was shot in 2011. 17 years into his career! Most people quit after 1 year of anything.

    • @tsurek
      @tsurek 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Says the idiot watching his video.

    • @Na0hify
      @Na0hify 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Evan Ring And you do so much yourself!

    • @icyboy771z
      @icyboy771z 10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Evan Ring lol, being in an affluent family and connections doesn't instantly get him to be the no.1 real estate agent. He had good cards, but he also worked his hats off. Respect for him.

    • @icyboy771z
      @icyboy771z 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well to be honest, 90% of rich people comes from rich families. Wealth grows wealth. If you are poor, you either have to be very talented or hardworking to break that barrier.

  • @DrillSergeant2305
    @DrillSergeant2305 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is so true. He was raised amongst the wealthy so interm, he knows exactly what they seek as far as luxury. The thing that's left up to the buyer is location. By the way queenzlink247, Compton has some very beautiful well built homes. The violence just needs to drop.

  • @greenway5798
    @greenway5798 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    It seems like a very nice person and professional agent, it was a motivated history

  • @pushpaseo7291
    @pushpaseo7291 10 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @socialexperiment8045
    @socialexperiment8045 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mindset !

  • @paulgarrett4929
    @paulgarrett4929 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I value his work eiths, integrity is important with out it forget it

  • @1doublem
    @1doublem 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good for him. Real estate business growth and the success is based on building a great referral program. He was able to do that because of knowing everyone in his area. I'm sure he's not the only agent in the area that's doing very well considering the market he's in.

  • @cubedmack
    @cubedmack 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I never saw him on Bravo's Million Dollar Listing.

  • @priscillawagner8520
    @priscillawagner8520 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sounds like he is my agent. ♥️🌼

  • @jeffallen4230
    @jeffallen4230 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hai... Hats off to your work !!I just love this video.. :)

  • @elenamartinovici2976
    @elenamartinovici2976 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Trust for me is the key in any relationship. When you sell real estate you are dealing with people's money and their home. Being honest, having integrity and showing professionalism will get you the reputation in your community. Having an excellent communication skills, being dedicated and organized will get the job done. Good listener and a strong negotiator accomplishes the clients goals. Listening to what Mr. Cortazzo had to say it seems that he has it all. Real estate is interesting, challenging and rewording in many different ways. I love selling real estate.

  • @fuerzajr1
    @fuerzajr1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Much respect! This video was one of the motivations to get
    my license. Thank you!

  • @eurodiscoitalodisco
    @eurodiscoitalodisco 10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    So windy.

  • @queenzlink247
    @queenzlink247 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not really. She asked him whether or not his success is mostly because hes from Malibu. It would be different if someone that grew up in Compton was selling million dollar homes in that area. This guy was raised amongst these million dollar homes, and most importantly, amongst these million dollar people.

  • @jovelldelasalas
    @jovelldelasalas 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow..IDOL !! EXTRA ordinary guy..SALUTE !

  • @ToiHollidayRealtor
    @ToiHollidayRealtor 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Laughing @ "It's my birthday". totally awesome :)

  • @iAmCeEx
    @iAmCeEx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tip #1 have rich and powerful friends.

  • @tedjspenadel
    @tedjspenadel 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that attack dog story! If you ever have one of your clients relocating into the Washington, DC area, I would love a referral from you.

  • @husimespinoza
    @husimespinoza 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What an amazing and inspiring interview :)

    • @mendebenjy9251
      @mendebenjy9251 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      One day my dream will come true

  • @Monatownships
    @Monatownships 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    real estate is perfect sector to earn money with large margin of profit. nice video....

  • @starmebu
    @starmebu 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Everyone can be a Real Estate Investor... I am 19 years old Investor..

  • @KaryBloomify
    @KaryBloomify 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The photographer should've gotten some percent for introducing these celebrities to Chris, Jk. Great job Chris, it's all about dedication and of course knowing the right people. :)

    • @seanosomething
      @seanosomething 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      KaryBloomify I think Herb Ritts is gonna be ok honey.... just a guess.... ;)

    • @brandonjay3104
      @brandonjay3104 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +KaryBloomify you're a beauty are you in sales currently??

  • @jameswillinsky5321
    @jameswillinsky5321 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lucky guy! Closing 1.5 billion. I want to get into real estate! lol

  • @pasha37ua
    @pasha37ua 13 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    She really likes him that's why she's so nervous and wants to act extremely interested

  • @johnceena3579
    @johnceena3579 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is very nice ...

  • @zeasamudio7048
    @zeasamudio7048 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My professor said, "Wherever you've been in the world, what's important is the kind of person you are." She meant our integrity matters. It's always stuck with me. But my God taught me "it's good to be a nice person/a person of integrity. It's better if we become the person He's created us to be. But what's most important and best is for us to be a part of God's family." He gave it for free and all we have to do is to repent our sins, trust Jesus and accept Him as our personal Lord, and Savior. He is the eternal salvation.

  • @BuyPlaya
    @BuyPlaya 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hard and work and integrity are important but you have to work SMART as well. "Fish where there's fish."

  • @JenniferEgbert
    @JenniferEgbert 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Completely inspiring interview *****. Thank you for sharing.

  • @PhilGanz
    @PhilGanz 10 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Very impressive!

    • @philchristie3070
      @philchristie3070 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      nice, hard working, wanting to do the best for people and doing well... nice !

  • @rchomesprescott
    @rchomesprescott 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, Thanks for sharing

  • @reignmkr64
    @reignmkr64 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They begin the interview with him saying he's a friend of one of the world's most famous and highly sought after photographers! Duh! Richard Geer was his first client!! Why was this even made??

  • @MarcusLeepapi
    @MarcusLeepapi 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice..

  • @QrayzHD
    @QrayzHD 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Its not as much hard work as it is the right work.

  • @u.s.ofamericamanagementltd6257
    @u.s.ofamericamanagementltd6257 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    it's the market for 1 thing. Also he's slick

  • @laynelucia5111
    @laynelucia5111 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good video. Integrity, Hard Work and Especially KNOW YOUR MARKET! That's what allowed people to gravitate toward him...he is, on top of straight forward, Very Informed.

  • @jonmissirlian7647
    @jonmissirlian7647 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    great interview

  • @alexandregoncalves5107
    @alexandregoncalves5107 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your first client was Richard Gere? Bruh.

  • @jadalmustapha4215
    @jadalmustapha4215 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what is the best step getting into real estate profession?

    • @logant44
      @logant44 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Googling "how to get into real estate in (your area)"

  • @DavidBoersmaRealtor
    @DavidBoersmaRealtor 11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There is no secret to his success. It is called riding the biggest real estate boom/bubble in the history of the world.

  • @JeremyLMarquez
    @JeremyLMarquez 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Let's get it!

    • @damienhorsefall3037
      @damienhorsefall3037 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jeremy Marquez For more information on how to invest and make more money in real estate contact my agency on andyhalford1991@gmail.com

  • @rayw.colbertjr.3017
    @rayw.colbertjr.3017 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Stuff! I will be a Successful Real Estate Investor that's a Billionaire! I hope I can work with Chris?

  • @digitalmarketingforever
    @digitalmarketingforever 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    it's an inspiration

  • @Cheng-jq6fc
    @Cheng-jq6fc 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    RIP SHANNEN DOHERTY😢
    ( chris cortazzo was
    best buddy with shannen)

  • @800buykwik1
    @800buykwik1 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pretty impressive!

  • @SpectrumrealestateNetLLC
    @SpectrumrealestateNetLLC 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Practice what you preach. Having your own property in Malibu is a significant advantage. Simple as it.

  • @mancaychupamafablas4538
    @mancaychupamafablas4538 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jejeje wooow era Mariale 😍😘😍😘 nena, tu en verdad te integras mucho con tus seguidores y nos das tanto amor al estar en contacto con nosotros compartiendo tus experiencias y consejos wow, en serio eres una gran modelo a seguir :3
    Te amamos Mariale!!!
    #ClubSuperAmorcitos #GanandoComoAmorcitos (jaja no supe como etiquetarte 😅)

  • @infringinator
    @infringinator 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    so basically his daddy left him a bunch of money and his photography friend from the country club let him meet all kinds of sellebrities with bottomless bank accounts no wonder he sold billion$ in realty. You're as valuable as the people you know.

  • @KevinGordilloArchive
    @KevinGordilloArchive 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    hey man I have couple questions
    I'm not very sure about this real estate deals I just know I'm a good sales man and sales person and I would love to be in real estate working for a company or someone selling houses applying my skills or selling any kind of property to customers earning commissions. What kind of real estate person does that make me and where do I apply for this kind of position.. I'm not interested in buying properties right now as I dont know much about it and would like to start from the bottom working my way up to hopefully learn and apply the skills of buying properties and flipping them and etc...
    All I really want is to , get my license, work for someone or a company and make money using my enlightened selling skills..
    If that's even possible^
    thanks in advanced.

  • @directtodevelopers
    @directtodevelopers 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did start to write a long reply inviting him here to see if he is anything like as good as me but now have just deleted all,
    Not worth the time . Then I was going to tell you are a ... BUT then I looked at your website after Googling your name and even though your website could be alot better you are SO LUCKY to have the dream homes in locations where people have money.
    What I have realsied from this is if I can sell over 30 apartments here work out the figures i could make there. I LOVE HERE

  • @sigqibosofisa8361
    @sigqibosofisa8361 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    good man he is

  • @martamanno22
    @martamanno22 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    👏👏👏 Italians ! 🔝🔝🔝

  • @StirlingRealtor
    @StirlingRealtor 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would like to hear some actual Real World Marketing tips to build the Business/Brand in Real Estate.

  • @sonjarupnik3899
    @sonjarupnik3899 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    sometimes it's all in Universal time ...little effort needed ..buyer is already there!
    Generally - listening to people's needs & following yr. gut feeling ...we're all connected somehow

  • @dianerose7631
    @dianerose7631 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If hes such a good lad why doesnt he sell in his hometown

  • @larryfisherman6449
    @larryfisherman6449 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    he capitalized on a opportunity not many people have so why is everyone hating him you’d do the exact same thing if you where him 😂

  • @iloveandianddani
    @iloveandianddani 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You said it, plus to be a Billionaire salesman and the homes are over millions in value, do the math, not really as many homes were sold to get to a billion!

  • @tiffanylin2741
    @tiffanylin2741 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    very good video

  • @eldnah2
    @eldnah2 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What does she mean "only been selling...since 1994?" That's 18 years.

    • @thamavrick
      @thamavrick 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think it means hurry up and get started because normally it would take two lifetimes to achieve this level of success...unless Herb Ritts is your boss and Richard Gere buys a house from you because you validated that it had not burned to the ground.

  • @easy8325
    @easy8325 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Evan smith you're right!

  • @kiethitreal959
    @kiethitreal959 8 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    there's your answer, he had exposure to the rich... has nothing to do with how sweet n honest or hard working you are, it's who you know, bottom line!

    • @japanlovely8177
      @japanlovely8177 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i just simple don't believe how forbes propaganda

    • @patrickp8446
      @patrickp8446 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      you're broke!

    • @localbacxiu
      @localbacxiu 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tell me what is your understanding towards the "Exposure to the rich?" sentences?
      It could be like his father or mother or be like his friend or his childhood or someone he knew from work and that someone with whom he work knew someone that rich?
      In real estate we need someone we knew, top or bottom doesnt count, but we need as much as friends here.
      Learn the process "Sphere of Influence", then you will understand his power of thought.
      Negative can only bring you down, there is no stairs for -v people, the only way to walkup the ladder by putting all your energy, all your positive and all of you to get there and dont forget to that someone has eventually help us to reach our goal.
      I think you need someone from inside hahaha... Keep believing yourself, its hard but trust me its worth to try.
      Because that is the "POWER OF THOUGHT"...

  • @Duc2B
    @Duc2B 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Most important question is how much he gets as Net Margin on each sale? Any idea guys?

  • @AaronHerlihy
    @AaronHerlihy 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    How bout that wind...

  • @eslamfarouq513
    @eslamfarouq513 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    good

  • @angelanichols6553
    @angelanichols6553 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Okay... Maybe this guy doesn't really have a clue what it's like to start at zero as a RE agent, but so what? It's a little irritating, but that's his reality, and why should I resent someone that happens to be fortunate? How often do you stop and think about how lucky you are to be born in a western society? Our lives are all relative to the reality we were raised in. No need to bash on people that happen to be more fortunate. There are far more people LESS fortunate than you, and a lot of them probably resent you. No matter who you are, there will ALWAYS be people more fortunate. Concentrate on yourself and you may find yourself there some day.

    • @damienhorsefall3037
      @damienhorsefall3037 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Angela Nichols For more information on how to invest and make more money in real estate contact my agency on andyhalford1991@gmail.com.

  • @jennynguyen9025
    @jennynguyen9025 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's who you know and it's his looks lmao

  • @MJJSmoothCriminal
    @MJJSmoothCriminal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You’re a real estate living in California where most of the homes you’re selling are 7+ figures. That selling billions in real estate is bs. Not that hard to reach that if you’re in California. But congrats to his success.

  • @stupidcanadian123
    @stupidcanadian123 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Come to Cobourg Ontario Canada!!!! The FEEL GOOD TOWN. Kelly Welton Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty. We may not have million dollar listings but we have million dollar homes!!!

  • @dmking7068
    @dmking7068 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's far from what really happens on the field everyday

  • @Firsttimehomebuyers1
    @Firsttimehomebuyers1 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There's just something about this video that seems off...