REALgratitude™: Redefining Real Estate Through Community and Purpose

At REALgratitude™, we believe every real estate transaction is an opportunity to uplift local communities, promote sustainability, and create lasting impact. We’re not just closing deals—we’re building a brighter future for all.

Our Story: From a Local Movement to a Global Mission

REALgratitude™ started with a simple idea during a challenging time. In the midst of the pandemic, we created a Facebook group called Glendale Gratitude, designed to help neighbors stay connected, express their daily gratitude, and support one another during difficult times. It quickly became a lifeline for our community, with people sharing what they were thankful for, offering help to those in need, and forming meaningful connections.

 

As the group grew, we noticed that many members were reaching out for real estate advice. This sparked an idea: why not blend the community spirit of Glendale Gratitude with real estate, turning each transaction into a way to give back? What started with small gestures like delivering groceries and organizing local donation drives evolved into something much bigger—REALgratitude™ was born, with a mission to transform real estate into a tool for building stronger, more connected communities.

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How REALgratitude™ Works
At REALgratitude™, we’re reimagining how real estate can make a difference by putting people and communities at the heart of every transaction. Here’s how we work with buyers, sellers, and agents to create positive, lasting impact:
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Who We Work With

Buyers.

Welcome to your New Community

When you buy a home with REALgratitude™, you’re not just moving into a new house—you’re being introduced to your new community in a meaningful way.

 

We work with you to identify a local nonprofit or cause that aligns with your values, and a portion of your transaction supports that cause. Whether it’s helping local schools, contributing to environmental sustainability efforts, or supporting community organizations, your home purchase connects you with your neighbors and helps strengthen the community you’re joining.

 

It’s a way to not only start fresh but also to make an immediate, positive impact in your new neighborhood.

Sellers.

Leave a Legacy of Impact

Selling your home is about more than just closing a chapter—it’s a chance to leave a lasting legacy in the community that’s been part of your life.

 

With REALgratitude™, every home sale is tied to a meaningful contribution. As part of our process, you’ll select a cause or local nonprofit to benefit from your sale. Whether it’s supporting a food bank, aiding a local family in need, or funding a neighborhood project, your transaction becomes a way to give back and leave behind a positive impact that will live on long after you’ve moved.

 

Through your home sale, you’re creating a ripple effect of change that will benefit the community for years to come.

Agents.

Build a Brand That Gives Back

As a REALgratitude™ agent, you’re not just closing deals—you’re building a brand centered around community connection and positive impact.

 

We empower agents to integrate community-driven practices into their business model, helping them grow their careers while making a difference. Through our program, you’ll gain tools and strategies to help clients buy and sell homes in ways that uplift local causes, ensuring every transaction benefits the community.

 

Whether you’re new to the business or an experienced agent, REALgratitude™ helps you stand out by turning your real estate transactions into opportunities for good.

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Our Vision:

 

A Global Movement

At REALgratitude™, our vision is to expand this model beyond individual neighborhoods and create a global movement where real estate becomes a vehicle for positive change in communities around the world.

 

By focusing on giving back and creating connections, we believe we can help build more resilient, sustainable, and thriving communities. From promoting local causes to supporting green building initiatives, our goal is to transform real estate into a force for good that impacts lives globally.

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Join Us in Making a Difference

Whether you’re buying your new home, selling and looking to leave a lasting legacy, or an agent seeking to make an impact, REALgratitude™ is here to help.

 

Join us in creating a world where every real estate transaction contributes to the betterment of the community and leaves a mark of lasting change—one home, one neighborhood at a time.

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"REAL" Barkley-Romero
"REAL" Barkley-Romero
Founder of REALgratitude™ | DRE# SA695240000 | DRE# 02100184

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