Heidi Hazel is a Principal Broker/Branch Manager with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Heidi has been in real estate, serving clients in the valley, for the last seven years in Stayton.
What made her make a career in real estate? “I wanted a job where I felt like I was making a difference, but also gave me the flexibility and no glass ceiling. My background seemed to fit perfectly with real estate. I taught junior high students for nine years in Hawaii before moving back to the mainland. I like the education aspect of our job. I’m also a pastor’s wife of 28 years—which means I am comfortable with people of all different backgrounds and have a heart for service and that’s how I see my business. Real estate has been our retirement plan.”
Heidi is currently serving on the Professional Development Committee and the HOME Foundation board. She is a former graduate of the Leadership Academy and has completed the ABR and the Military Professional programs. Heidi is currently halfway through the GRI program.
Her advice to those just starting out: “This business is a relationship-based business. You get to help people in what is usually one of the most stressful things they do in their lives and also the biggest investment of their lives.” Heidi emphasizes that new REALTORS® should make “sure you like people and that you are in it for the right reason. Get involved. Connect with other professionals in the community. Connect with your city government in some way, even if it is just actively attending meetings. Connect with your local and state associates and don’t miss out any of the great things they each offer.”
Outside of real estate, Heidi has six sisters that she loves to travel with. She also enjoys whiskey and playing cards, though not for money. She also involves herself in her local community serving on the local Stayton Planning commission and the local association board.
On her bucket list? She doesn’t like to be bored and wants to travel and see new places and try new food. Here is to one day enjoying delicious food in a new city!
