Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
High School and Middle School Music/ Band Director
Timeline

Rick DeBusk

Continual Learning Institute
Fairview,TN
2027
Years of experience

Nashville-based third-generation real estate broker and principal broker with a record of successful real estate transactions and revenue growth. Developed training programs improving agent performance and compliance. Supported client retention through clear communication and market expertise. Experience includes property management leadership.

Experience in property management.

Real Estate Educator.

Work History

Real Estate Instructor School Owner

Tennessee School of Real Estate | Nashville, TN | 2014 - 2016
  • Developed comprehensive real estate curriculum for adult learners.
  • Delivered engaging lectures on property management laws and practices.
  • Facilitated hands-on workshops to enhance practical real estate skills.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback sessions.
  • Provided mentorship to aspiring real estate agents during training sessions.
  • Updated course materials to reflect current market trends and regulations.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative instructional methods.

Real Estate Instructor

Nashville School of Real Estate | Nashville, TN | 1998 - 2001
  • Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
  • Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
  • Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
  • Established goals for courses with organized outlines and detailed lessons.

Principal Broker/Business Owner

2 Years 9 Months
DeBusk Realty | Fairview, Tn | 01.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated contract negotiations for buyers and sellers to achieve favorable terms.
  • Performed market analysis to guide competitive pricing strategies.
  • Cultivated client relationships to ensure successful property transactions.
  • Maintained accurate and current property information through diligent review of real estate listings.
  • Followed local real estate laws and regulations to maintain compliance.
  • Trained and supported junior agents within the brokerage team.

Real Estate Instructor

Continual Learning Institute | Nashville, TN | 2016 - Current
  • Developed and delivered real estate courses to students in both a classroom setting and online environment.
  • Facilitated understanding of real estate transactions and contracts for students through targeted support.
  • Partnered with colleagues to create innovative instructional methods that enhanced learning experiences.
  • Utilized technology such as video conferencing tools for virtual classes or webinars.
  • Evaluated student knowledge and comprehension of content through the administration of assessments.

Principal Broker

4 Years 8 Months
Lioncrest Realty | Fairview, Tn | 04.2020 - 12.2024

Principal Broker Owner

Franchisee Principal Broker

4 Years 2 Months
Exit Realty Music Row | Nashville, Tn | 01.2016 - 03.2020

Principal Broker Franchisee

Principal Broker

3 Years 1 Month
Westminster Realty | Kingston Springs, Tennessee | 05.1998 - 06.2001

Principal Broker for Kingston Springs Office

Real Estate Agent/Broker Sales Representative

Westminster Realty | Nashville, TN | 1995 - 06.1997

Education

Bachelor of Music Education - Music Education

Belmont University | Nashville, TN | 01-1984

Some College (No Degree) - Theology

Saint Meinrad Seminary And School of Theology | Saint Meinrad, IN | 09-2026
  • Worked on Masters in Theology through Diocese of Nashville Diaconate Program for two years.

Skills

Real estate transactions
Contract negotiation
Market analysis
Real estate compliance
Curriculum design
Instructional design
Customer relations and engagement

High School and Middle School Music/ Band Director

  • Taught Music in Private and Public School from 2001- 2006

Timeline

Principal Broker/Business Owner

DeBusk Realty
01.2024 - CurrentRead More

Principal Broker

Lioncrest Realty
04.2020 - 12.2024Read More

Franchisee Principal Broker

Exit Realty Music Row
01.2016 - 03.2020Read More

Principal Broker

Westminster Realty
05.1998 - 06.2001Read More

Belmont University

Bachelor of Music Education from Music Education
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Saint Meinrad Seminary And School of Theology

Some College (No Degree) from Theology
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Real Estate Instructor School Owner

Tennessee School of Real Estate
2014 - 2016Read More

Real Estate Instructor

Nashville School of Real Estate
1998 - 2001Read More

Real Estate Instructor

Continual Learning Institute
2016 - CurrentRead More

Real Estate Agent/Broker Sales Representative

Westminster Realty
1995 - 06.1997Read More
Rick DeBusk