🎧 Description:

In this week's My First Commission episode of Unlocking Real Estate, we sit down with Derek Tschilar, a rising star at Realty ONE Group in Scottsdale/Phoenix, Arizona. In just two years, Derek has already closed over $500,000 in commissions—building a robust business around residential and multifamily properties.

Derek shares how he carved his niche in the Phoenix market, leveraging his communication and marketing skills to move homes off-market and develop a loyal referral base. With experience in homes priced between $175K–$630K and totaling over $17 million in sales, he reveals his tactical approach to client acquisition and branding in a competitive market.

🗂️ Chapter Highlights:

**00:00 – Introduction & Background**
**02:30 – First Deal & Market Entry**
**06:15 – Creating Off‑Market Opportunities**
**09:40 – Marketing Strategies for Phoenix Buyers & Sellers**
**13:00 – Building a Multifamily Portfolio**
**16:45 – Managing Rapid Growth & Scaling Habits**
**20:10 – Advice for Ambitious Rookie Agents**
**23:00 – What’s Next: Long‑Term Vision in Real Estate**

🔗 Connect with Derek Tschilar:

Instagram: @derektschilar – Showcases his market activity from homes to community insights
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LinkedIn: Derek Tschilar – 820+ followers; posts on motivation, market trends & agent mindset
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Twitter/X: @DerekTschilar – Promotes his Phoenix Area house search services and community involvement
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phoenixareahousesearch.com
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Facebook: Derek Tschilar – Residential & Commercial insights and off‑MLS listings
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Email & Mobile: (480) 432‑4849 · realestate@tschilarderek.com
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