Our Instructors
Founder, Owner, and Education Director
Garrett is a Charlotte native with a passion for education and real estate. He earned his bachelor's degree in Political Science from Elon University and later obtained a master’s degree in Adult Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Garrett began his career in higher education, teaching and leading new student orientation at UNCG before moving to the University of Utah, where he specialized in leadership development and student engagement. In 2015, he returned to Charlotte to follow in his family’s footsteps, becoming a third-generation REALTOR®. Over the past decade, he has built a successful career in real estate, earning his Broker-in-Charge (BIC) eligible license in 2018 and his real estate educator license in 2023.
With a unique blend of adult education expertise and hands-on real estate experience, Garrett is dedicated to providing a superior continuing education experience for licensed agents, helping them grow and succeed in the industry.
Garrett Kachellek
Colin Niebuhr
Certified Residential Appraiser & Instructor
Colin has been a Certified Residential Appraiser since 2005 and brings nearly two decades of experience to his courses. He currently teaches Understanding Residential Appraisals, an elective designed to help brokers navigate valuation issues, appraisal processes, and lender expectations with confidence.
Colin’s background as both an appraiser and educator makes his classes engaging, relatable, and grounded in the realities of today’s market.
Jim Crowley
Broker & Instructor
Jim has been a Charlotte resident since 2000. In 2004, he made a career change and became a licensed Realtor in North & South Carolina. Shortly after starting his career in real estate, he began teaching classes in his office. He served as the education committee chair for several years, which allowed him not only to teach but to bring in instructors to present a myriad of topics. He went on to serve as a productivity coach for new and experienced agents, assisting them in meeting and exceeding their goals.
Jim’s 20+ years of experience enable him to bring a wealth of knowledge to his classes. His understanding of the daily commitments and challenges of real estate makes him a relatable instructor and a great resource for his students. He has a passion for education and brings that passion not only to the classroom but also to his real estate practice. Educating others is his favorite way to learn.
