Jen Clancy began her venture into real estate when she earned her license in December of 2021. She initially worked part time while she balanced her burgeoning career with the demands of motherhood, and before that, she worked in the world of fitness and wellness. Once her daughter started preschool in the fall of 2023, Jen then seized the opportunity to transition into a full-time agent.

Before entering the real estate realm, Jen served as the health and fitness director at the Boll Family YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit from 2017 to 2020. Her role extended beyond the gym, encompassing health and wellness programming for both YMCA members and the wider Detroit community. Jen expresses deep appreciation for the relationships she formed with the staff, members, and volunteers.

Jen’s life took an unexpected turn in March of 2020 when the state implemented shelter-in-place measures. She suddenly found herself stepping into the roles of a stay-at-home mom to a 1-year-old and of a 3rd-grade teacher to her older child. It was during this time that the seed of a new career took root.

“As soon as I noticed someone I admired finding success as an agent, I impulsively called her. That conversation gave me the confidence to explore this as a potential career,” Jen shared. 

With the support of her husband — who is a mortgage loan originator — Jen swiftly undertook the necessary coursework and became a licensed agent within three months.

For Jen, becoming an agent was about making a difference. “I became an agent to be a difference-maker — not only in my client’s future but also throughout the entire process,” she said. The inherent qualities of a successful agent — which include being sales savvy and having clear communication and a solution-focused mindset — resonated with her desire to positively impact others.

Jen’s journey reflects a commitment to continuous learning and growth. She actively participates in educational events, networks with professionals, and stays abreast of real estate trends. “Becoming a vault of knowledge for my people” is how she describes her current focus in the business.

While Jen operates as a solo agent at CENTURY 21 Town & Country in Clinton Township, she emphasizes the importance of her support team. During her first year, she worked alongside a mentor and currently collaborates with a real estate coach for business productivity. Her admin team provides a vast amount of support, and she values the camaraderie with fellow agents in her office.

One of Jen’s challenges in the real estate industry is to wait for clarity. However, she has developed a strategy to address it. “I identify what is worrying my clients the most, troubleshoot a solution, and then tell them that they are transferring ownership of these worries to me,” she explained. Building trust and assuring clients that their concerns are in capable hands have been keys to her success. 

Beyond her professional life, Jen is a devoted wife and mother. She and her husband, Brian, have two children — Will and Caroline — with whom they enjoy family adventures and outdoor activities. Outside of real estate, Jen’s life has been steeped in performance. She is part of a professional group called BEYOND Choir, showcasing her passion for music and the arts.

Jen sees real estate as the perfect puzzle piece for personal and family growth. “I am confident that I will always find new ways to soar into new heights, all the while accommodating the season of life we are currently in,” she shared.

In defining success, Jen believes that it’s about achieving a goal that wouldn’t have been otherwise accomplished. As for her own legacy, she keeps it simple: “I want to be remembered as someone who was funny or caring. If they remember me for trying to make them laugh, for caring about what they were going through, or for just making them feel important — that’ll make the memory of me last.”

As Jen continues to write her real estate story, one can’t help but be inspired by her dedication to growth — both personally and professionally.