The Man Selling Billions In Real Estate | Forbes

[@yourworld163]

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

[@carolcase]

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.

[@rgosimrealestate]

Admire him being real nice and humble. Very inspiring video

[@offertoclose4404]

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

[@rickandjoyce]

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!

[@warrenforeigns4898]

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.

[@michaelbchadwick24]

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.

[@condoconnectionscondosfors7625]

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

[@mathewsabraham8665]

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

[@RickFrissell]

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.

[@lllovezbeauty]

Hard work pays off!

[@i123456987654]

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

[@BUTTA170]

Integrity= having rich parents and famous wealthy friends lol

[@BUTTA170]

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

[@ronaldinovelasquez6573]

People with poor mindsets

[@Thefunkeemonkee]

Smells like enviousness...

[@George_Sorvey]

They didn't do the work for him.

[@EleganceRealty]

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

[@wrathofme03]

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

[@ythsh]

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

[@RealtorsinDC]

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]

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

[@etaylor38]

Right place, Right time.

[@kevc21]

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.

[@Ben-cg8qk]

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

[@princetonrealtygroup6325]

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

[@FinlayBrewerLondon]

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]

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

[@omarniko6093]

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.

[@hannahca33]

This is great! Keep up the great work Chris!

[@berrynick135]

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

[@Thefunkeemonkee]

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.

[@socialexperiment8045]

Mindset !

[@luxushauseragency]

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

[@jeffallen4230]

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

[@kathleenwoods4252]

Touching

[@dannyjstill]

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

[@greenway5798]

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

[@DrillSergeant2305]

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.

[@NoYourDone]

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]

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]

Says the idiot watching his video.

[@Na0hify]

Evan Ring And you do so much yourself!

[@icyboy771z]

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]

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.

[@priscillawagner8520]

Sounds like he is my agent. ♥️🌼

[@cubedmack]

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

[@jovelldelasalas]

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

[@eurodiscoitalodisco]

So windy.

[@husimespinoza]

What an amazing and inspiring interview :)

[@mendebenjy9251]

One day my dream will come true

[@paulgarrett4929]

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

[@starmebu]

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

[@Monatownships]

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

[@queenzlink247]

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.

[@pushpaseo7291]

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[@1doublem]

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.

[@PhilGanz]

Very impressive!

[@philchristie3070]

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

[@elenamartinovici2976]

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]

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

[@rchomesprescott]

Great video, Thanks for sharing

[@johnceena3579]

This is very nice ...

[@jonmissirlian7647]

great interview

[@tedjspenadel]

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.

[@BuyPlaya]

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

[@iAmCeeEx]

Tip #1 have rich and powerful friends.

[@MarcusLeepapi]

Very nice..

[@QrayzHD]

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

[@jameswillinsky5321]

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

[@reignmkr64]

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??

[@800buykwik1]

Pretty impressive!

[@mancaychupamafablas4538]

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 😅)

[@JeremyLMarquez]

Let's get it!

[@damienhorsefall3037]

Jeremy Marquez For more information on how to invest and make more money in real estate contact my agency on [e-mail]

[@u.s.ofamericamanagementltd6257]

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

[@KaryBloomify]

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]

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

[@brandonjay3104]

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

[@StirlingRealtor]

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

[@ToiHollidayRealtor]

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

[@martamanno22]

👏👏👏 Italians ! 🔝🔝🔝

[@zeasamudio7048]

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.

[@pasha37ua]

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

[@tiffanylin2741]

very good video

[@JenniferEgbert]

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

[@AtheistCook]

Really?

[@directtodevelopers]

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]

good man he is

[@rayw.colbertjr.3017]

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

[@angelanichols6553]

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]

Angela Nichols For more information on how to invest and make more money in real estate contact my agency on [e-mail].

[@alexandregoncalves5107]

Your first client was Richard Gere? Bruh.

I have worked for Coldwell Banker for 2 months now and I have made nothing! All I wish is that I can make just 20k in the next month so that i can help my step daughter get out of the Ukraine before is too late.

[@SVJMIA]

How's it going now, 3 years later?

[@chrisbaker2669]

You haven't sold any homes yet.

[@sonjarupnik3899]

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

[@Duc2B]

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

[@jadalmustapha4215]

what is the best step getting into real estate profession?

[@logant44]

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

[@paulcampbell85]

Real Estate yes but that not comeing back for a long time y not look me up to make some cash top tips man

[@iloveandianddani]

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!

[@eslamfarouq513]

good

[@AaronHerlihy]

How bout that wind...

[@dmking7068]

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

[@MJJSmoothCriminal]

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.

[@laynelucia5111]

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.

[@DavidBoersmaRealtor]

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

[@stupidcanadian123]

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!!!

[@dianerose7631]

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

[@eldnah2]

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

[@thamavrick]

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.

[@SpectrumrealestateNetLLC]

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

[@Cheng-jq6fc]

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

[@Christian-ui5by]

so your saying your first sale was a $5 million house?

[@j_lampone]

is malibu known for tornados?

[@devbisht6976]

wow think

[@Firsttimehomebuyers1]

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

[@devbisht6976]

wow

[@kiethitreal959]

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]

i just simple don't believe how forbes propaganda

[@patrickp8446]

you're broke!

[@localbacxiu]

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"...