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Real estate is an exciting and fulfilling career. Everyone needs a place to call home, and helping people in their journey of buying or selling requires great care, attention to detail and personal touch. Whether you’re an experienced worker looking for a change in your established career, or you’re just getting started in the working world, real estate provides the option to build a thriving business for years to come. You’ll help clients fulfill their dreams of home ownership, and in the process, you’ll enjoy success in your own life. If you can imagine it, we’ll empower you to achieve it.

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FAQs

You have questions, we have answers.

How do I know if real estate is the right fit for me?

If you love to help people, have a go-getter and entrepreneurial attitude, and love the Pacific Northwest as much as we do, real estate is a great career option! Plus, we have an evaluation to help you decide whether real estate is right for you.

What kind of background should I have before starting a real estate career?

The beauty of real estate is anyone, with any previous experience, can thrive.

What will my workday be like?

Real estate gives you the flexibility to work where you want, when you want, as much as you want.

What if I want to stop in at the office?

You can do that! Even if you’re associated with one Bain branch, all of our locations are open to you whenever you need to stop in.

Will I have everything I need to create a successful
career?

Yes! We have tools and resources available to help you hit the ground running.

What if I need help getting started?

You won’t be alone! Our principal managing brokers, office staff, tech, accounting and marketing teams will be here to help you every step of the way.

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Find out if real estate is right for you! It's simple, quick, and a Branch Manager will reach out to you to go over your results.

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Experience the
CBBAIN DIFFERENCE.

What Makes Us Different?

At Coldwell Banker Bain, we provide extensive, ongoing training with robust tools
and assets that empower your real estate business. Our teams are constantly innovating to provide the best solutions to you, so you can focus on your clients, whether you’re on the road or in the office. If we can help you increase your income and improve your life and your business, we’ve done our job.

Our Culture

When you’re a part of Coldwell Banker Bain, you’re a part of our entire diverse and dynamic family. No matter which office you work out of, every one of our 31 locations is open to you, and our tech, marketing and accounting teams are available to assist you. You can relax, knowing you’re free to reach out for help whenever you need it.

Value Proposition

We want to inspire you to achieve more than you’ve imagined, to empower you to live your best life, and enrich your life as you work with us to exceed your real estate goals. We’re here with you, every step of the way, to earn more and live the life you’ve imagined.

Are you an experienced Broker?


You’ve worked hard to build a career and a trusted brand in the real estate industry, and we’re honored you’re considering Coldwell Banker Bain.

We respect your achievements, and we want to work with you to continue your success and achieve even more than you’ve imagined. Our robust tool suite, custom marketing resources and diverse team of professionals are here to connect with you, welcome you, and work with you. 

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About Capitol Hill

One of Seattle’s oldest, largest and most diverse neighborhoods, Capitol Hill is a magnet for students, urban professionals, artists, families and others drawn to the scene on Broadway Ave., the nightlife of the Pike / Pine corridor or the more-mellow 15th Avenue. The popularity of its many neighborhoods make Capitol Hill exceedingly desirable and highly sought-after. At Coldwell Banker Bain in Capitol Hill, our brokers have the knowledge, training, insight and expertise to help our clients navigate today’s competitive market. No one knows Capitol Hill like we do. Put our industry strength to work for you.

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Todd Shivley

Principal managing broker

"Selling real estate has been my full-time career since 2002, but houses and the idea of what makes a home have been a lifelong passion. As a young boy in southern Idaho, I used to spend hours exploring through the new homes being built around my elementary school. I'd read the real estate advertising magazines front to back and you could leave me with my Walkman and a book of architectural renderings for hours. House nerd!

One spring day in 2002 I was sitting at my desk and I had an unexpected moment where I thought, "Whatever happened to that dream of real estate?" And that thought wouldn't go away. By July I had quit my job, acquired my real estate license and was walking into my new office at Coldwell Banker Bain on Lake Union.The time since has been a whirlwind of growth, adaptation, market forces, challenges and successes. Front of mind is always the question: does this action accomplish the best outcome for my client and respect all parties involved?"

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Broker Toolkit

Coldwell Banker Bain offers a robust set of tools, systems, and resources to support your real estate business. No matter what the task, we have your back.

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Take a look below for a few example tools we provide.

Instabain

Instabain creates professionally designed social media content, right at your fingertips. It's as easy as Click, Send, and Share. Stay atop your social media with less work. It really doesn't get easier than this.

CBx Buyer Locator

CBx Buyer Locator works smarter by giving you the data needed for targeted demographic marketing--win more listings and close more deals. Utilize CBx Buyer Locator for conducting market research, preparing social advertising, or getting ready for a listing appointment.

CB Social Ad Engine

Social Ad Engine does the heavy lifting, giving you more time to do what you do best! This easily accessible platform uses automated technologies to help you build listing campaigns that you can quickly edit and publish. Focus on your clients and leave the rest to CB Social Ad Engine.

Bain Creative

When you need to stand out, Bain Creative is your solution. Our in-house creative agency builds unique and memorable personal branding for your real estate marketing needs. From listing templates, personal websites, social media campaigns, advertising, to designated marketing support teams, Bain Creative always works with your success in mind.

Coaching with Joe Galindo

Joe Galindo’s Coaching has one major goal: to increases productivity and work-life balance of real estate professionals. Choose a program that is best suited to your passions and strengths, and watch your career elevate like never before—all the while encouraging a healthy personal life.  

Client Relationship Management

Client Relationship Management is an important tool to manage your clients and your business. Continuing to build your client relationships and maintain regular client follow-up with your sphere is your key to continued business growth. 

Agent Profiles and Websites

As a Coldwell Banker Bain broker, you have a fully responsive and brandable agent website on our network, as well as presence on the coldwellbanker.com website. Setting up is easy, and gives you an advantage on search platforms, where today’s savvy consumers understand the importance of searchability online.

Training & Education

Our Training Department is wholly dedicated to helping you not only get started, but continue to succeed and build your business. Learn more about the people who support and train our brokers.

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Marketing


Marketing is essential to running a successful business, so we make it our business to market better. Learn about what runs our team.

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Still not sure about real estate?

Let's grab a coffee and talk about your goals--we're here to listen.

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