I am a client centered, full service Real Estate Broker that works 100% by referral. Most Realtors spend the majority of their time prospecting for future business, doing things like cold calling, door knocking, advertising and direct mail. I choose to devote myself to serving the needs of my clients before, during and after each transaction. I earned my NC Real Estate License in 2008 and was named Rookie of the Year that year in my firm. I then spent the next 16 years building a successful business and an outstanding reputation in the industry by always putting RELATIONSHIPS FIRST. I've worked in general brokerage for the majority of my career, including a time as the Managing Director of Hunter Rowe's Durham office and a year in new home sales for a local custom home builder. See if we are a fit to work together: https://calendly.com/chuckbelden/am-i-the-right-agent-for-youIf I'm not helping my clients achieve their real estate related goals, you can find me most likely with my beautiful wife, playing with my two amazing children, hosting my own podcast, studying leadership, hosting networking events with the Connect Raleigh networking group, playing golf or lacrosse with the Raleigh Lacrosse Club or out on a LONG run. I'm an experienced leader with a diverse background in sales & negotiations, coaching, business development, entrepreneurship, management, client care, and public speaking. I value people and believe deeply in building strong relationships which is evident in my desire to connect and serve others. My wide skill set comes directly from a rich professional career spanning from hospitality to real estate sales, management and team building to community management & new home sales and finally to real estate office management and talent personal & professional development. As founder of the 8000+ member Connect Raleigh networking group, I love helping and connecting people. The group has been personally responsible for building businesses and sales pipelines, allowing many (including myself) to work exclusively by referral, connecting employers to employees and bonding many in a personal capacity.Specialties Include: public speaking, sales & marketing, leadership, coaching, negotiations, goal setting, running, positive mindset and positive encouragement, inspiration, problem solving, community building