Women In Real Estate: Irena Petrovic

Meet Irena Petrovic, Managing Director at IP Property Buyers and Buyers Agent. Working in real estate is her dream job and she loves networking and building relationships while staying focused on her client's goals. Scroll to read more about Irena and her experience in the industry...

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN REAL ESTATE?

Since 2012

WHERE DID YOU START?

Elders Real Estate on Cross St in Double Bay.

IS IT YOUR DREAM JOB?

Yes as I enjoy assisting people with their next home or investment property search. 

BEST CAREER EXPERIENCE?

Buying in QLD. 

WORST CAREER EXPERIENCE?

Romance in the workplace.  

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT ABOUT REAL ESTATE DURING YOUR CAREER?

People are going through emotions during the sales and buying process so they need a professional to guide them. 

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT ABOUT YOURSELF DURING YOUR CAREER?

I love networking and building relationships while staying focused on my client's goals. 

HOW HAVE WOMEN’S ROLES IN REAL ESTATE CHANGED SINCE YOU FIRST STARTED?

Women now can manage family and work life more efficiently. 

IT’S BEEN A CHALLENGING YEAR, ARE THERE ANY REAL ESTATE TIPS YOU COULD SHARE?

It's always possible to find a property that will suit your needs and budget.

BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU’VE BEEN GIVEN?

Stay focused. 

ANY REGRETS REGARDING YOUR CAREER?

Taking time off in real estate. 

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO OTHER WOMEN WANTING TO START A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE?

Never give up. 

DO YOU HAVE ANY FASHION & BEAUTY TIPS THAT YOU’VE LEARNT WHILE ON THE JOB?

Yes. I am also a Mat Pilates instructor and have been running a health and well-being company for over 10 years now. It's never too late to start practising Mat Pilates and when you do it together with me, it's fun. 

ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?

My dream is to go to Dubai and explore the property market in the Middle East. 

CONNECT

Website: www.ippropertybuyers.com.au

Instagram: www.instagram.com/ippropertybuyers