What Do Firefighting and Real Estate Have in Common?

Turns out…a lot more than you’d think.

For Evan Bird, a 25-year veteran of the White Rock Fire Department, the similarities are uncanny. Both professions might seem worlds apart, but at their core, they share some surprising parallels:

1️⃣ Seldom Home for Dinner

Whether it’s a late-night emergency call or a last-minute real estate deal, both careers seem to have an aversion to scheduled meal times. The unpredictability of the job means dinner plans often take a back seat, but when you're committed to serving your community, you show up—no matter the hour.

2️⃣ At the Sound of a Bell, It’s Go-Time

Whether it’s the fire station alarm or the buzz of a new listing hitting the market, it’s the same routine: sprinting out the door, sometimes with pants only halfway on. In both roles, when duty calls, you’re up and moving—often before the coffee’s finished brewing.

3️⃣ Putting Out Fires (Literally and Figuratively)

In firefighting, it’s the blazing kind. In real estate, it’s the “I need to move in 30 days and my financing just fell through” kind. Either way, problem-solving on the fly is just part of the job description. Evan’s used to facing the unexpected and keeping a cool head under pressure—whether it’s holding a fire hose or navigating a tricky negotiation.

A Career of Service

All jokes aside, firefighting taught Evan the values of service, trust, and community, which are now the backbone of his real estate business. It was built on those same foundations—putting people first, always answering the call, and being there when it matters most.

Evan recently received the British Columbia Long Service Award in recognition of his 25 years of dedication to the White Rock Fire Department. It’s an incredible milestone that reflects his unwavering commitment to his community. His clients couldn’t be more fortunate as his dedication expands into real estate.

Whether he’s putting out literal fires or guiding clients through the challenges of the real estate market, Evan approaches every situation with the same passion and integrity.

Congratulations, Evan, and thank you for your service. We’re grateful to have you as part of the Real Estate Community.

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