🎙️ Cindy James: From Corporate Exec to Real Estate Investor, Agent & Builder in Jacksonville, Florida | Real Estate Excellence Podcast
What happens when you blend 30+ years of corporate leadership, decades of real estate investing, and hands-on construction expertise? You get Cindy James—a powerhouse REALTOR®, speaker, investor, and co-owner of a successful Jacksonville-based renovation company.
In this episode of the Real Estate Excellence Podcast, host Tracy Hayes sits down with Cindy James, 2024 Agent of the Year at Align Right Realty Horizons, for a deep dive into building a real estate business grounded in systems, strategy, and service.
🛠️ “I’ve flipped houses, built income portfolios, and helped families transform their homes—because I’ve lived all sides of this business.” – Cindy James
🔥 Episode Highlights:
02:08 – Cindy’s transition from 30+ years in corporate America to real estate investing
10:22 – Starting Freedom Properties & Island Construction in Jacksonville
17:40 – Why her background makes her an elite advisor for buyers and sellers
25:55 – Advice for working with contractors, budgeting, and inspections
32:18 – Serving Spanish-speaking clients with confidence and care
39:44 – What sets Align Right Realty apart and why she chose it
🏡 About Cindy James:
Licensed REALTOR® & Broker Associate
Public speaker and community advocate
Owner of Island Construction & Remodeling, specializing in design-build, custom renovations, patios, tiling, and full-service home improvement
Founder of Freedom Properties & Investments Corp, managing flips and income-producing portfolios for years
Fluent Spanish speaker, certified Luxury Home Agent, Military Relocation Professional, and Golden Key designee
MBA from Jacksonville University, with deep business acumen and a proven track record of results
📌 Key Takeaways:
“There’s power in understanding both the spreadsheets and the studs. My clients get the benefit of that full-circle knowledge.”
“Being bilingual isn’t just a skill—it’s a service. I love helping Spanish-speaking clients feel fully understood and represented.”
📍 Based in Jacksonville, FL, Cindy proudly helps clients buy, sell, renovate, and invest with unmatched confidence and clarity.
🌐 Connect with Cindy James
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🏡 Brokerage: Align Right Realty Horizons
📞 Find your next home or renovation solution with Cindy today!
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