1330: Gina Shumway BOUGHT a Team in 90 Days! Here’s How

September 4, 2025

What does it take to leave behind a stable career and build a thriving real estate business from scratch? Gina Shumway, a Chattanooga realtor and former nurse practitioner, unpacks her inspiring journey from healthcare to flipping homes, leading a real estate team, and generating multiple income streams. Gina reveals how she scaled quickly—building a team just three months into her career—while balancing life as a mother of four. From investor-focused strategies and smart systems to leveraging social media, maintaining boundaries, and leading with authenticity and kindness, this episode is full of actionable insights for agents. Listen now to discover how Gina built her success in both real estate and life!

Listen to today’s show and learn:

  • Get Ready to Meet Gina Shumway [00:00]
  • First Steps in Real Estate Investing [01:57]
  • Success in Chattanooga’s Investment Market [04:49]
  • Balancing Real Estate and Nursing [07:14]
  • Client Relationships and Investment Strategies [10:37]
  • Buying and Managing a Real Estate Team [17:40]
  • Systems and Procedures for Team Management [23:18]
  • Agent Responsibilities and Lead Generation [26:26]
  • How to Balance Work and Family Life [27:01]
  • The Importance of Systems and Delegation [28:13]
  • Client Relationships and Authenticity [35:54]
  • Navigating Real Estate Challenges [38:43]
  • The Power of Kindness and Gratitude [43:49]
  • How to Connect with Gina [48:13]

Gina Shumway

Gina’s prior experience as an acute healthcare provider fostered a desire to advocate for and serve others. Her introduction to real estate began with the short-term renting of her basement, which enabled her to acquire long-term rentals. Shortly thereafter, she founded an investment business where she specializes in BRRRR and “flips”. Gina has a passion for sharing knowledge and assisting others in finding financial independence through real estate. This aspiration drove her to earn a realtor license and empower her clients in building wealth through buying their primary home and investing in real estate.

Gina is gregarious, driven, and thrives on a challenge. She resides in Chattanooga, Tennessee with her husband, four children, and a dog. She loves working out, hiking, playing games, and cheering for her kids at sporting events. She is an avid reader, sings when no one is listening, and believes jamming out to music in the car is good for the soul.

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