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How Michael Alladawi made the move from medicine to real estate

Inman contributor Brandon Doyle made it his goal to interview 100 real estate professionals. Here’s a Snapshot of those conversations.

Michael Alladawi’s career transition from medicine to real estate, is a testament to his resilience, adaptability and entrepreneurial spirit. As the CEO of Revive Real Estate, Alladawi’s unique experiences have shaped his innovative approach to the industry.

How medical work, and a medical crisis, changed Alladawi’s life

Alladawi’s path began in medical school, where he worked with the Red Cross and delved into medical tourism. This diverse background, coupled with a life-changing experience as a severe COVID survivor, has profoundly impacted his perspective, both personally and professionally.

His near-death experience prompted a deep introspection about life and priorities, significantly influencing his business ethos.

A varied career in real estate

With over 15 years in real estate, Alladawi has worn many hats: From flipping over 300 homes a year to working as a broker and then transitioning into lending and building. His strategic approach to investing, guided by the principle of using income to finance real estate investments rather than relying on them for living expenses, mirrors the advice he received from his father, a successful investor himself.

As the CEO of Revive Real Estate, Alladawi is at the forefront of integrating technological advancements to enhance the residential real estate space. His enthusiasm for AI’s potential in real estate, particularly in improving as-is value assessments and ROI-based plans, is a cornerstone of Revive’s approach.

Revive Vision AI, a tool that aids Realtors in decision-making with AI-generated data, is a prime example of this innovation.

Recognizing the struggles of agents in a market saturated with competition and limited inventory, Alladawi encourages embracing technology and forming strategic partnerships. His message to real estate professionals is to transcend the role of a mere agent and become a value-creation partner for clients, a philosophy deeply embedded in Revive’s operations.

Alladawi’s vision for the real estate sector is heavily influenced by proptech. He envisions an industry where technology not only streamlines processes but also empowers agents to provide enhanced value to their clients. His focus is on nurturing partnerships and leveraging AI and other innovative solutions to elevate the role of real estate professionals.

Finding balance between the personal and professional

For Alladawi, balancing his intense professional life with family time is about intentional time-boxing and being fully present in each aspect of his life. This approach has helped him maintain a harmonious balance between his passion for revolutionizing real estate and his commitment to his family.

Michael Alladawi’s career is a striking example of significant transformation and steadfast determination. Shifting gears from the medical field to a notable role in the real estate sector, he illustrates the boundless opportunities that can emerge from embracing new paths and following one’s passions with determination.

Continuously redefining the real estate industry with innovative concepts and solutions, Alladawi serves as a motivational example, demonstrating how true achievement is founded on the ability to adapt, innovate, and relentlessly chase progress.

Brandon Doyle is a Realtor at Doyle Real Estate Team — RE/MAX Results in Minneapolis and co-author of Mindset, Methods & Metrics – Winning as a Modern Real Estate Agent. You can follow him on Twitter.