Life-changing job, the best I've ever had - Acquisition Agent New Western Employee Review

5.0
Dec 16, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- Limitless potential, you can move up quickly - You learn so much and do more deals, so there's much more nuance and learning opportunities you would never get in retail - Endless networking opportunities - Fun working environment, gain more confidence doing deals with a team behind you - Flexible schedule - Awesome trips and annual conference - DC area is a huge market with lots of money making opportunities; it's a younger office too, so it's fruitful to be a part of making it great - There's just no better feeling than getting a deal done and chasing the next one

Cons

- If you're not passionate about real estate, self-driven, or you treat this as a part-time job, you'll have the negative experiences some have had on here - Commission based unless you're a manager - Management could be a little better but you're your own business - Real estate can be a rollercoaster, but if you show up and stay consistent you will be rewarded

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New Western Response
5mo
It’s great to hear how impactful your experience at New Western has been. The growth opportunities, deal exposure, networking, and team-driven environment you described are exactly what make this role so rewarding for driven professionals, especially in a market like DC. You’re right that this path requires passion, consistency, and ownership. Real estate can be a rollercoaster, but showing up and staying committed makes a real difference. Thanks for being such an engaged and driven part of the team.

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1.0
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Pros

Some of the agents and associates are really great people, outside of c-level leadership

Cons

I have worked at numerous companies of varying sizes to Fortune 500 to 10 person start up.. this is one of the most alarming places I have ever worked. In short: deeply flawed leadership and a toxic management culture. In my experience, leadership is primarily driven by profit with little regard for employees as people. Ethical standards are inconsistent at best, and that tone is set from the top and reinforced throughout management. Employees are valued only if they were part of the company early on or if they do not challenge leadership’s beliefs, decisions, or requests. Speaking up—whether about operations, ethics, or employee treatment—is not encouraged and often comes with consequences. There are also serious concerns around discrimination and unethical business practices tied to someone in a very senior finance leadership role. These issues were known internally yet not addressed in a meaningful way, which further reflects the company’s lack of accountability. While the company publicly responds to Glassdoor reviews, including negative ones, these responses should not be mistaken for genuine reflection or change. Based on my direct involvement with Glassdoor processes, the primary motivation for these responses is to meet criteria for recognition programs (such as Best Places to Work), not to improve the workplace. Positive feedback is also incentivized, which skews the overall picture. Do not be fooled by polished responses or surface-level messaging. Feedback is treated as a formality rather than an opportunity for real improvement.

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New Western Response
4mo
Thank you for sharing your perspective. We recognize that perceptions of leadership, culture, and accountability can differ significantly based on individual experiences, and your perspective is noted. We continuously evaluate how leadership decisions, communication, and expectations impact our teams across the organization. We take concerns about culture, ethics, and accountability seriously and welcome the opportunity to discuss it with you further. Please email engagement@newwestern.com to schedule time with our HR team. We appreciate the time you took to share your perspective and spent with the company. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
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