Why I Became a Texas Realtor: Faith, Grit, and a New Beginning

What’s up, wonderful, amazing, sweet, and lovely people! Welcome back to Maryam’s Joy for Life!

Have you ever had someone say something that planted an idea in your heart—and before you knew it, you were pursuing it? That’s exactly how my real estate journey began.

Earlier in 2026, my sweet man told me, “Babe, I think you’d make a really good real estate agent.” I didn’t argue. I simply said, “Why not?” I started researching the requirements, completed my coursework, studied hard, and eventually passed my Georgia real estate exam.

But my journey didn’t stop there.

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When our family moved from Georgia to Texas, I knew I wanted to continue my real estate career. Texas had its own requirements, so I started all over again—this time completing 180 hours of coursework and preparing for the Texas licensing exam.

It took faith, discipline, and a whole lot of studying! I learned an important lesson along the way: prayer and action go hand in hand. I prayed, but I also opened those books and did the work.

And yes, I failed an exam along the way. I missed passing by just four points. Instead of quitting, I studied again, slowed down, stayed focused, and passed the next time.

Today, I’m a Texas Realtor, and I’m incredibly grateful for this new chapter.

Why real estate? Because I love helping people find places where they can build memories, create stability, grow their businesses, and experience the joy of having a place they can call their own.

Real estate isn’t just about houses to me. It’s about people, community, opportunity, and service.

I’m excited about what God has ahead, and I know the best is yet to come.

If I can do it, so can you. Whatever goal is on your heart, pray about it, work for it, stay committed, and don’t give up.

And remember: Don’t let anybody steal your joy!