How a 21-Year-Old Realtor Built his Business with Max Cassamajor
/What does it take to build a real estate career before most people even graduate from college?
In this episode of the Madison Mortgage Podcast, host Ben Lavender sits down with rising agent Max Cassamajor of Power Move Realty to unpack what it’s really like starting young, building confidence, and turning social media into a lead machine.
Max shares how his very first deal came from a simple Instagram reel… with only $2/day in advertising — proving you don’t need to go viral, you need to be visible.
This conversation is full of mindset shifts, tactical takeaways, and hilarious door-knocking reality checks.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
– How Max got his first real estate client from a $2 Instagram ad
– Why consistency beats talent in building a pipeline
– The gym mindset that applies directly to business growth
– How to handle rejection (and keep knocking anyway)
– Buyer vs seller expectations in today’s market
Key Takeaways + Timestamps
00:00 – “Max Major” Meets Ben Lavender
A fun intro + how cultural connection builds trust
03:00 – Starting Real Estate at 18
Why beginning young can be a massive advantage
05:00 – The $2/Day Instagram Strategy
Max’s first deal came from boosted content, not cold luck
10:30 – Door Knocking Horror Stories
Rejection, resilience, and accidentally calling someone “boss”… twice
14:00 – The Power of Follow-Up
Why most agents lose deals simply by disappearing
19:00 – Buyers Are Too Picky, Sellers Too Greedy
Real talk on today’s mindset gap in negotiations
23:00 – Realistic Expectations Win Deals
Why the “perfect house” doesn’t exist (even in new construction)
Let’s Connect
Host: Ben Lavender Instagram: @blavmtg
Guest: Max Cassamajor (Power Move Realty) Instagram: @maxmajor.realty
If you’re a realtor, loan officer, or ambitious young professional trying to grow your business the smart way — this episode is for you.
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