PDX Real Estate 139: James Lee on Problem Solving as a Paraplegic REALTOR

It's easy to focus on our deficiencies. To wish we had more going for us or blame the market for the fact that our numbers are low. But what if we focused less on what we lack and more on solving the problems in front of us? James Lee got his real estate license in 2010 and was doing well. And then he suffered an injury that left him paralyzed. How did he get back into real estate after the accident? How does he navigate being paraplegic and running The JL Real Estate Group? On this episode of the Portland Real Estate Podcast, James joins cohosts Joe Fustolo and Steve Nassar to share what happened the day of his injury and discuss the health complications he faced in the months that followed. James describes the obstacles he faces on a day-to-day basis, explaining how he relies on technology to do his work as an agent and what he does when a home is not wheelchair accessible. Listen in for insight on why James' client relationships are better now than before the injury and learn what we can do as a real estate community to support people with mobility issues. Key Takeaways How James' experience as a contractor helped him succeed early in his real estate career The injury that paralyzed James 8 years ago and the complications he faced in the months that followed What it was like to return home after 6 months in the hospital and rehab How the real estate community rallied around James after his injury Why James says being in a wheelchair helped his career and what he does when a home is not wheelchair accessible  How James relies on technology to do his work as an agent The biggest obstacles James faces on a day-to-day basis What James is doing to raise money for a nonprofit that serves people with disabilities Why James is an advocate for Homes for Heroes How the typical client reacts to James' situation and why he says his client relationships are better now than before the injury What the real estate community can do to help people with mobility issues Connect with James The James Lee Group The James Lee Group on Facebook Connect with Joe Soldera Properties Joe on LinkedIn Connect with Steve Steve's Team at Premiere Property Group Steve on LinkedIn Resources Homes for Heroes Masters in Real Estate Facebook Group