Key Takeaways
- Mike Corbett was known for his nontraditional approach to real estate.
- He was a devoted father to two boys.
- He had a successful career in finance before transitioning to real estate.
Mike Corbett, a licensed Realtor at ΓEA⅃ Broker, LLC, with over six years of real estate experience, passed away on September 4, 2024.
A message shared by someone close to him on Facebook says:
There truly are no words for the sadness and pain we’re all feeling. I’m still shocked and devestated by the news. The world will not be the same without you. My heart breaks for your family, your boys, and the countless friends whose lives you touched. You will be so deeply missed. Rest easy in heaven.
Another remarked:
There are simply no words. You were such a kind soul and a guiding light to many! Your willingness to help and advice to me during my real estate journey was so appreciated. I pray you rest in peace, I pray even harder that God wraps his arms around those sweet little boys and your family during this difficult time. You will be truly missed homie 😔
A third added:
It breaks my heart to know your gone, you are going to be deeply missed Mike Corbett🙏🏽🫶🏽🕊️
His family has not officially disclosed the reason for his demise, and the exact cause remains private.
Mike Corbett, proud of his nontraditional approach, stood out as a real estate agent who did things differently.
His marketing style was unique, featuring creative videos and a casual approach that set him apart in the industry.
He firmly believed in “your vibe attracts your tribe,” choosing to work with clients who appreciated his authenticity and straightforward nature.
He was never shy about being honest regarding the challenges of real estate.
For Mike, trust was the foundation of any strong client relationship because the right agent could make all the difference.
With over 30 million social media views, Mike’s unique approach had proven successful, and he was confident it would continue to deliver for his clients.
Father to two boys, Mike, 37, frequently featured them in his social posts. His love for them was immeasurable, and they were always his top priority.
Survived by his partner, Kristen Hatley, and sons, Mike will be greatly missed by them.
A Look At Mike Corbett’s Career: From Finance Manager To Real Estate Broker
Mike graduated from West Montgomery High School and then enrolled at Western Carolina University, where he studied Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from 2006 to 2007.
While pursuing his education, he was the Finance Manager at Forest City Honda, working there between May 2006 and May 2010.
Afterwards, he took up the role of Finance Director at Rogers Auto Group, serving there for three and a half years from May 2010 to October 2013.
Subsequently, he worked as Finance Director for Tindol Ford Subaru ROUSH for nearly five years, from October 2013 to July 2018.
He later became a full-time Licensed Realtor at eXp Realty, LLC, working in Gastonia, NC, from July 2018 to February 2022 for a total of 3 years and 8 months.
His LinkedIn bio for his job as a Licensed Realtor reads:
Need help finding or listing a home? or just want some advice about the whole process? Give Mike a call he is happy to chat about any and all things real estate related. Fair warning about Mike. He’s a very nontraditional realtor/broker. He loves to make the buying and selling process extremely fun.
Following that, he became a Real Estate Broker at Real Broker, LLC, where he has worked full-time since November 2021, until his d*ath, for 2 years and 11 months.
With over 20K Facebook followers and over 6K on TikTok, he was highly active on social media, frequently sharing content related to his real estate sales and other professional activities.
He had been residing in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, at the time of his passing.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Mike, born on December 5, 1987, was a native of Troy, North Carolina.
- Mother of two kids, Kristen and Mike, started dating each other in 2012.
- In 2015, he moved to Charlotte from his hometown.
