Women In Real Estate: Meet Catherine Mason

Introducing Catherine Mason, Licenced Real Estate Agent and Supporting Partner to Tracy Stein at The Agency. Working across all facets of Real Estate for three years, Catherine has built a strong reputation with clients for her ethics and prides herself on honesty, integrity and compassion. Scroll to read more ...

We chatted with Catherine about working in real estate and asked her what other advice she had for other women wanting to get into the industry...  

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN REAL ESTATE?

About three years.

WHERE DID YOU START?

Before real estate, I was in Financial Planning for ten years.

IS IT YOUR DREAM JOB?

Absolutely, helping families with moving home, whether buying or selling is my passion

BEST CAREER EXPERIENCE?

Being offered three incredible career positions in real estate at one time.

WORST CAREER EXPERIENCE?

Having to decline two fantastic agencies once I found the right fit.

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT ABOUT REAL ESTATE DURING YOUR CAREER?

Real estate is personal, whether you are buying or selling, you want to work with someone you trust.

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT ABOUT YOURSELF DURING YOUR CAREER?

To trust in my ability to provide great customer service and to really support the client through their journey

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

I absolutely love this question. Women are becoming more prominent in real estate, and a lot more women are now focused on professional careers as a Real Estate Agent.

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

Get to know your local area, network and be genuine and authentic

BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU’VE BEEN GIVEN?

“Rip the band-aid off and jump into the deep end”  

ANY REGRETS REGARDING YOUR CAREER?

None at all, it is all a part of the journey.

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

Start where you are and do what you can to get closer to your dreams and don't get discouraged by others.

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

A. Professional Attire is important, how you present yourself does matter in this role

ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?

Networking is key, and kindness and respect go a long way.

CONNECT

Instagram: @catherine.m.realestate

Website: theagency.com.au/team/catherine-mason