In 2002, Cody Steele made a career change that would have a profound impact on his life. Cody left the professional surfing circuit to become a realtor so he could have more stability for himself and his future family. In a short period of time, Cody has helped Steele Realty secure a healthy portion of the North County real estate market. Cody has already gained solid footing in the competitive real estate industry and is poised to become a leader in his field. His competitiveness, keen instinct and good feel for people has allowed him to become intimately acquainted with the real estate market and with his clients' needs.
Cody, a second-generation realtor, learned how to handle pressure and how to deal with diverse people on his first sale, which was to a friend. Although Cody's friend entrusted him with his future investment, Cody still had to establish himself as a first-rate realtor. Cody's personality and perseverance paid off, making his estate debut a success. Since then, Cody has sold real estate throughout North County, including Cardiff, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar and even Escondido.
Whether selling a multimillion-dollar home or a $300,000 condo, Cody gets satisfaction from knowing that he has helped his clients fulfill their investment dreams. Owning a home, Cody believes, creates a happier lifestyle and better feeling of personal wealth. Over the past two years, Cody has learned the value of real estate through purchasing his first home and by owning rental property, which produces a positive cash flow for him and his wife, Nicole. Cody, who believes every home is unique, looks after his clients' best interest and goes the extra mile to make sure they get the best deal and experience a smooth transaction. His philosophy is, the less his clients have to worry about, the better.
Cody, a pro surfer for nine years, inherited his parents' penchant for hard work and entrepreneurism. In 2000, Cody launched a company called Code Red, and created the Key Band, a Velcro wristband that holds a car key. The band has become popular among surfers and sports enthusiasts alike. Cody, along with two other pro surfers, also ran Code Red Surf School for a couple years.
Although surfing is still a big part of his life, Cody - who also has a knack for creating logos and websites - has also experienced success and exhilaration in selling real estate. His aggressive plans include doubling Steele's North County growth every year, through effective marketing and referrals.
Not only has Cody's real estate career given his finances a boost but it has also introduced him and Nicole to another circle of great friends. Cody and Nicole, who are expecting their first child, live in Cardiff.