PDX Real Estate 139: James Lee on Problem Solving as a Paraplegic REALTOR

It’s easy to focus on our deficiencies. To wish we had more going
for us or blame the market for the fact that our numbers are low.
But what if we focused less on what we lack and more on solving the
problems in front of us?

James Lee got his real estate license in 2010 and was doing well.
And then he suffered an injury that left him paralyzed.


How did he get back into real estate after the accident? How does
he navigate being paraplegic and running The JL Real Estate
Group?


On this episode of the Portland Real Estate Podcast, James joins
cohosts Joe Fustolo and Steve Nassar to share what happened the
day of his injury and discuss the health complications he faced
in the months that followed.


James describes the obstacles he faces on a day-to-day basis,
explaining how he relies on technology to do his work as an agent
and what he does when a home is not wheelchair accessible.


Listen in for insight on why James’ client relationships are
better now than before the injury and learn what we can do as a
real estate community to support people with mobility issues.
Key Takeaways

How James’ experience as a contractor helped him succeed early in
his real estate career


The injury that paralyzed James 8 years ago and the complications
he faced in the months that followed


What it was like to return home after 6 months in the hospital
and rehab


How the real estate community rallied around James after his
injury


Why James says being in a wheelchair helped his career and what
he does when a home is not wheelchair accessible 


How James relies on technology to do his work as an agent


The biggest obstacles James faces on a day-to-day basis


What James is doing to raise money for a nonprofit that serves
people with disabilities


Why James is an advocate for Homes for Heroes


How the typical client reacts to James’ situation and why he says
his client relationships are better now than before the injury


What the real estate community can do to help people with
mobility issues
Connect with James

The James Lee Group


The James Lee Group on Facebook
Connect with Joe

Soldera Properties


Joe on LinkedIn
Connect with Steve

Steve’s Team at Premiere Property Group


Steve on LinkedIn
Resources

Homes for Heroes


Masters in Real Estate Facebook Group