Today we’d like to introduce you to Mitchiko Jackson.
Hi Mitchiko, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself
I love this question because it reminds me of how far God has brought me. I became interested in real estate years before I ever became a realtor. I remember walking through a model home with my husband during our first home purchase. We knew nothing about buying a home. I watched my parents buy their first home and I knew that I wanted the same for my family as well. So off we went, to the first builder that showed us a 2-story home. In reality, it was too much home for our growing family at the time. But without guidance, we were just making decisions that we thought were best for us, not knowing that we were doing too much and too fast. I look back at those times and thank God for his covering. We were literally choosing brick, flooring, wall paint, carpeting, and all sorts of other things associated with building a house without the knowledge of what homeownership looked like. There were first-time buyer programs of which we didn’t have any knowledge. There were upgrades that we were adding to the home that wouldn’t give the home any value but we liked it so we did it. After we moved into our home, my husband said that he could see me doing the job of our salesperson. I jokingly laughed and said that I’m sure I could do a better job than he did. There were things that we noticed about our home that we hadn’t noticed while doing the walkthrough which we felt should have been pointed out to us or corrected by the builder. We would later find out that the salesperson’s job was to represent the builder and to sell the builder’s homes. Not, be there every step of the way for support like he initially stated when we met him. If we would have had a realtor, their job would have been to represent our best interest and address some of the concerns that we had and didn’t notice until after we closed on the home. Once I became a Realtor, I learned everything that my brain could soak up about resale homes as well as new construction. I wanted to know everything. Eventually, I became a Certified New Construction Home Specialist. I wanted to help families avoid the errors and mistakes that we made with building our first home. I began to focus my energy and my prayers for families who were interested in selling AND purchasing a home…more importantly, new construction. As a result, my business grew in the new construction vein and I began to soar from there. I wholeheartedly believe in the power of prayer and the law of attraction. I believe that my prayers were answered and I attracted a growing business of families who desired the assistance and guidance to purchase one of the greatest investments of their life. I’m thankful to God that he allows me to do what I love EVERY DAY.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Being a realtor has not always been easy. Admittedly, my third year as an agent was probably my toughest thus far. In December of 2017, my cousin passed away very unexpectedly. My family means the entire world to me. Not just my immediate family but extended family as well (cousins)! I was heartbroken for quite some time and I felt like I literally could not find my way back. It was my worst year and honestly, I questioned if I should began to look for employment elsewhere. I was afraid of disappointing my husband, our children, and my parents. My business was suffering because mentally, I just wasn’t in a place to show up for myself or my clients. For months, I tried to get my footing and I would, here and there but never consistently. I remember attending a one-day conference and the keynote speaker asked some very poignant questions. The questions were wake-up questions. I remember thinking that I was not living my life, I was merely existing. I was not operating my business as a business but as a hobby. I remember tears welling up in my eyes. I literally could not control them, the floodgates open and they began to flow. I remember asking God to please show me what to do. He showed me, me. I discovered something in me that I didn’t realize was there. I discovered something that had been lying dormant for a while. Determination. I had given up on myself and was looking for a way out when really, all I needed was to GET OUT of my own way. Through prayer and hard work, I’ve been getting out of my way since then.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
My name is Mitchiko Jackson of The Mitchiko Experience (powered by Keller Williams Realty). I am a Realtor. I create a luxury real estate experience at any price point. Regardless of the price point of your home, you will be treated with respect, dignity, and excitement. I make real estate fun. In 2019, I became a Certified New Homes Specialist. That simply means that I specialize in assisting with new construction purchases. However, I also list homes as well as help with resale home purchases. If I may be honest, I can’t tell you what sets me apart from other agents because I don’t focus on what other agents are doing with their business or their clients. I focus on what Mitchiko does and what Mitchiko and her team can provide to our clients. I focus on the golden rule and that is to treat others how I would want to be treated. And because I want to be treated as if I’m the only client that you are servicing (whether it’s a fact or not), I extend that same energy to my clients. I am extremely passionate about what I do and it is my hope and desire that it is shown in my work ethic. I am most proud of how I started and where I am today. I remember praying for moments like this and God has more than answered my prayers. Not only do I see growth in my business but I see growth in myself. In 2020, I was Top 10% of Keller Williams Lonestar DFW. That alone deserves all praise to God. He is the CEO of my business. I have the dopest business partner anyone can ask for. I became a Realtor 5 years ago. I didn’t know where or how I would gain clients. I had no idea who would trust someone who had just become licensed with one of their most precious assets. I prayed and asked God to send me to those who needed my assistance with selling their home or who had a desire to purchase a home. He did just that. My first year in real estate, I assisted 11 families with selling and/or purchasing a home. 2021 has been my best year yet and I know that it is because of the faith that I have in God, my continued education, the trust of my clients in me for themselves, and the referrals that they have sent me. With the help of client referrals, social media, and just pure hard work, we have more than doubled our business. Now that may not be much to others but it absolutely means the world to me. Being a Realtor is not the easiest career. Taking on the responsibility of helping others in whatever capacity you choose to can be a bit stressful. But I believe that this is where I was supposed to be all along and I welcome every twist and turn that comes along with it. Every transaction is different and unique but it can also be exciting, rewarding, and very satisfactory. I believe that I am ever-evolving into a better agent, daily. I invite change because the world of real estate is never the same. In the few short years that I have been an agent, no two things have been the same. There is only one constant. Everyone NEEDS A HOME and I’m the agent that will help you buy it…or sell it. Lol!
The Mitchiko Experience offers a full real estate service to our clients from beginning to end. Regardless of how many homes you have purchased and sold, we are here to hold your hand through each and every step of the process. Whether you are selling, buying new construction, or a pre-existing home, The Mitchiko Experience is more than just a transaction, we are quite the EXPERIENCE!
We love surprises, fun facts, and unexpected stories. Is there something you can share that might surprise us?
I am very camera shy. I have to force myself to take pictures. It’s awkward for me. I struggle with social media because that’s mostly what social media is comprised of, right? Pictures and videos. I don’t willingly take pictures. My mentors and coaches have told me that I need to do more of it and I try. I really do but it’s such a struggle. I’m ok if I’m with others in photos but to take them alone, omg, it’s such a hard thing. Lol! The funny thing is I love to post my family and friends. I like to look back on memories created and live in that moment. But to take them of myself and share them with the world, God NO! Oh and I’m not a huge country music fan but Chris Stapleton stays on repeat. LIKE at a HIGH VOLUME!
Contact Info:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.mitchikojackson.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themitchikoexperience/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mitchiko.jackson
- Other: https://g.page/MitchikoJacksonKW?
Image Credits
Daydream Photography
