JOEY KECK
Written by Dave Danielson | Photos by Nested Tours
Results in real estate come about as a direct result of your experience and expertise … the same type of gifts that Joey Keck brings to life each day with his clients.
As a real estate agent with Keller Williams Elite in Oklahoma City, Joey has grown his business rapidly since earning his license in 2021, driven by his deep desire to make a positive impact in his clients’ lives.
From Finance to Real Estate
Joey’s career path didn’t begin with real estate, but rather in a completely different field. With a finance degree in hand, he found himself feeling unfulfilled and uncertain about his future. That’s when a pivotal conversation with his wife helped him find his true calling.
“I had reached a point where I was at an impasse with my job,” Joey explains. “I told my wife I needed a mentor to help guide me, and she gave me a book to read. I loved it, and I ended up meeting the author. He agreed to mentor me and started giving me things to sell, including jet skis. I paid him, sold them the same day, and made a profit. He then had me sell a 1938 Buick, which I also sold successfully. That’s when he told me, ‘You should check out real estate at Keller Williams.’”
Intrigued, Joey looked into the real estate world, and it was there that he found his true passion. “When I looked into Keller Williams, it just clicked for me. It felt like the culture was such a great fit, and I knew this was where I needed to be,” Joey says.
Making the Transition and Getting Started
Even before he officially earned his real estate license, Joey was already laying the groundwork for his new career. He made it known to those around him that he was entering the real estate world and began preparing for his future business. “I had some business lined up even before I got my license, and I kept learning and growing,” Joey shares. “By my first full year, I had already done $6 million in sales volume. I was determined to hit the ground running.”
His quick success in the industry can be attributed to his proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to providing excellent service. Joey’s background in finance and problem-solving was a great foundation for real estate, but it was his passion for helping people that truly set him apart.
A Love for Real Estate and Helping Others
For Joey, real estate is more than just a career—it’s an opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. “I love meeting people,” he says. “At the end of each day, I feel rich from the interactions I’ve had with others. Everyone has a problem, and I love looking at those problems like a Rubik’s Cube—figuring out how to solve them.”
Whether helping someone find their dream home or guiding a seller through the complexities of the market, Joey takes great pride in providing his clients with a positive, fulfilling experience. “The work I do in real estate gives me a sense of fulfillment,” he adds. “Being able to help people get into their first home, or helping a family sell a home they’ve loved for years, is incredibly rewarding.”
His drive to solve problems and create value for his clients has been a key factor in his success. “Real estate is all about helping people solve problems,” he says. “There are so many challenges along the way, and I love the process of finding solutions. That’s what keeps me motivated every day.”
Achieving and Exceeding Goals
Joey’s dedication to his clients and business has led him to set ambitious goals for himself—and achieve them. “In 2024, I set a goal of $12 million in sales volume,” he says. “I ended up exceeding that goal and reached around $13 million in sales volume. I was thrilled to achieve that and continue to grow my business.”
Setting goals is a key part of Joey’s approach to success, but he emphasizes that his primary focus is always on providing exceptional service. “The volume and numbers are great, but my main goal is always to create value for my clients and help them navigate the real estate process with ease.”
Family and Personal Life
Outside of work, Joey values spending quality time with his family. He enjoys fishing and hunting, and they make it a priority to spend time together and create memories. “My wife and I really cherish our time together,” he says. “We have two kids, and we love getting out and spending time with them outdoors. It’s important to have that balance in life.”
Family is a central part of Joey’s life, and he works hard to maintain that balance while continuing to grow his real estate career.
Giving Back to the Community
Joey’s passion for helping others extends beyond his work as a real estate agent. He’s also involved in charitable organizations that make a positive impact on the community. One such organization is Heart for Home, an initiative that focuses on giving back through home-related donations and makeovers.
“We put together home kits with cookware, bedding, pillows, and other essentials, and we get donations to assemble those kits for people in need,” Joey explains. “We’ve also done home makeovers for families who need assistance. It’s an amazing feeling to be able to give back and help those who could use some help. Our ALC chose the organization to help out. It’s been great to be part of. Simon Shingleton spearheaded this and has done a phenomenal job.”
Joey believes that giving back is an essential part of his work, and it helps him stay grounded and connected to the community. “I want to make a difference, not just in my clients’ lives, but in the lives of others as well,” he says.
Advice for Aspiring Agents
For those looking to break into the real estate industry, Joey’s advice is simple but powerful: “Create value. Go out and dig up a problem, find a solution, and that’s your business. If you can find a real estate problem and solve it, then you have a business. Come up with a few solutions, and you’re set.”
His advice reflects his approach to real estate: focused on relationships, problem-solving, and providing value. Joey’s success is a testament to the power of hard work, dedication, and the drive to make a positive impact.
