Barb & Jim King – RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc

Barb & Jim King – RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc

Barb & Jim King – RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc Barb and Jim King were paramedics together and now they're in real estate together. Although Jim now suffers from recently diagnosed dementia, he is an integral part of the RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage, team where he and Barb share the numerous responsibilities hand in hand. It may be stressful at times, but they are a true team, and neither would have it any other way.

1) What made you decide to go into business together?

We always wanted to work together. We were paramedics together, years ago, and now we're working real estate together. It's great for both of us.

2) What's your favourite work-related quality about your spouse?

Jim's determination and perseverance. Always.

3) How do you keep married life and work life separate?

We don't. We never have, and we're both totally fine with that!

4) How do you divide up various responsibilities, both at work and at home?

Well, I'm pretty much responsible for everything now with Jim's dementia, but I keep positive. I'm a caregiver and I'm all right with that.

5) The best thing about working with a spouse.

If you can work with your spouse, then you'll be happy no matter what. You've got it made, really. Jim and I are winners in life and in work.

6) The most difficult thing.

Seeing Jim's deterioration and seeing our kids have to go through it as well. We dealt with life and death daily when we were paramedics, so it's given us a better perspective on everything. We're so very grateful for our kids.

7) If the other person is having a bad day, do you behave like a spouse or a coworker when trying to make it better?

Both, depending on the problem, really.

8) Are you both on the same level professionally, or is one person higher? How does that dynamic affect your relationship?

Oh, we're equal and it's not a problem.

9) Tips for keeping the romance alive when you spend so much time together.

Dating! Take time out just for the two of you, getaways or spa appointments. For instance, today we're at the boat show and really enjoying it.

10) What's the best advice you have for married couples planning to work together?

Keep your love and respect not only for yourself, but for each other as well. It's essential.