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Douglas Turner

Real Estate Agent
The Janet Jones Company

My mom has always said that I take after my dad when it comes to real estate because he was a builder and an agent. I grew up loving architecture and drawing homes. I’m also skilled at helping people and solving problems. I’m so grateful being an agent allows me to combine all these things into a career I’m passionate about.

PRESSING QUESTIONS

What keeps me coming back to my job every day

Most people do not realize that I am super competitive. When a transaction is complete, I want my clients to feel they’ve received the best possible service.

The one thing I wish people knew about my field

We aren't just real estate agents, we are also therapists. Moving is a stressful time in people’s lives. We keep people and things from going off the rails.

Biggest challenges in my career

Balance. Much of real estate is on weekends, at night and on holidays, so finding a way to balance work life and family life can be challenging.

Best advice I ever received

“That’s why they make chocolate and vanilla.” We have expanded it to “strawberry, yellow and the Turners.” Not everyone likes the same things, but we can still get along.

IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Hometown

Greenville, Mississippi

I can't start my day until

I drink coffee and feed my dogs

Hobbies

Walking and gardening (but don't look at my yard)

Last Good Read

"The Answer" by John Assaraf and Murray Smith

Favorite Meal in Town

Alan Turner's steak

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