From Door Knocks to Luxury Builds with Paul Nicoletti

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In this episode of the RETSY Podcast, our hosts Chris and Matt sit down with RETSY agent and developer Paul Nicoletti to talk about his path from grinding it out with handwritten letters and door knocks to building luxury developments across Arcadia and beyond. Paul opens up about leaving the automotive world for real estate, how persistence and consistency helped him break into the industry, and the creative ways he’s built relationships and opportunities along the way.

Paul also shares stories about teaming up with developers like Rebuild the Block and MN Custom Homes, why building goodwill in the community matters just as much as landing deals, and how memorable marketing has played a role in his success. The conversation wraps with Paul’s take on the future of the Phoenix and Scottsdale markets, offering insight into where the city is headed and what it takes to thrive in a competitive environment.

00:00 – Meet RETSY Agent Paul Nicoletti

01:46 – From Cars to Closings: Paul’s Life Before Real Estate

02:44 – Six Months of Door Knocks & Handwritten Letters

06:12 – From Consistency to Partnership: Teaming Up with Rebuild the Block

11:20 – Why Paul Chose RETSY: Finding the Right Fit

16:44 – Marketing That Moves the Needle: RETSY’s Edge

20:30 – Building Community Through Great Neighborhood Events

24:28 – Partnering with MN Custom Homes for Luxury Development

35:49 – Phoenix Market Predictions & The Secret Zip Code to Watch

41:31 – Why Paul Stays at RETSY: Collaboration & Charity That Matters

45:20 – Playing Nice in the Sandbox: The Power of Respect in Real Estate

50:30 – The 10-Letter-a-Day Strategy for Real Results