Red Barn Real Estate is celebrating its second anniversary in 2023, and owner and founder Donna O’Barr Robinson says that she is very “happy and pleased” to see her business reach this milestone.
After all, Robinson — a real estate veteran — took a big leap of faith when she started her own agency in a unique venue: the red and white barn located at her residence in Pinson, her hometown.
The leap of faith has paid off.
Located at 5366 Clay-Palmerdale Road, Red Barn is a full-service agency, including staging services, that has grown to three agents since opening in March of 2021.
Robinson is also taking the anniversary as an opportunity to take a step back and reflect on her unique experience and the life lessons she’s learned.
“As I look back over the last two years, so many thoughts flood my mind,” Robinson says.
Her first thoughts are of her customers — the people who have made the anniversary possible.
“I want to express my gratitude to so many people who have given Red Barn the opportunity to serve their real estate needs,” Robinson says.
She also acknowledges her team of agents, who helped grow the business to where it is today.
“I am happy to lead a worksite with a talented team of real estate professionals,” she said.
Robinson and her team are definitely not new to the real estate industry, she said.
“We have over 10 years experience in buyer and seller needs,” she said.
Robinson also obtained her real estate broker license when she opened Red Barn. Her goal in becoming a broker was to offer more services to her clients and to offer greater assistance to the other agents on her team.
Robinson offers some tips to other people who might be considering starting their own small enterprises.
“Surround yourself with people — in my case, agents — who put others first because that is what it takes to have a successful business and a productive life,” she says.
Faith is also very important to Robinson. It is something she relies on despite the inevitable trials or challenges that come with starting a new business.
“Give God your life, which includes your business, and he will provide your needs,” Robinson says.
Robinson hopes that other prospective business owners will remain open to new knowledge and experience.
“No matter your age, don’t be afraid to learn something new every day,” she says.
The anniversary is also a time for Robinson to see her time with Red Barn in the context of her life and her journey as an entrepreneur.
“Being that I am a woman who opened a business ‘late in life,’ I’ve not only learned a lot but have been amazed at how receptive people are to thinking out of the box and not just going with a cookie-cutter agency.”
In addition, Robinson has a very positive, expansive philosophy about Red Barn. The agency “desires to be a real estate brokerage that doesn’t just see a client, but a person who has dreams and a vision not only for their life but their family’s life also,” she says.
Her clients appreciate the personal approach Robinson takes.
“Donna is one of the most thoughtful, caring real estate professionals with whom I’ve ever worked,” one client says. “She truly cares about her clients as people first and as customers second, and she works hard to put people in the best situation for them today and in the future. You won’t find a more generous, kind spirit in the industry.”
While Robinson is proud of what she has accomplished so far, she is still looking forward to what lies ahead.
“I am excited for the future, whatever God provides, and want to continue to impact the community,” Robinson says. “Thank you to all the people who believed in me during this journey.”
For more information about Red Barn Real Estate and its services, visit redbarnala.com, call 205-305-6998 or email donna@redbarnala.com.
