From the Marine Corps to Brooklyn’s Built Environment

Malcolm Louis Adams is a decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran, a Brooklyn native, and a seasoned real estate professional whose career reflects discipline, creativity, and service in equal measure.

Malcolm served seven years in the Marine Corps as a Wire Communication Sergeant, deploying during the Gulf War (Operation Desert Shield/Storm, 1990–1991). That experience shaped the leadership, teamwork, and composure under pressure that now define his work in real estate.

After his military service, Malcolm earned his real estate sales license through New York University in 2007 and has since facilitated millions of dollars in property sales across New York City. He specializes in Brooklyn, where his deep roots and firsthand knowledge of the borough’s neighborhoods allow him to serve buyers, sellers, investors, and property owners with precision and care.

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A Multidisciplinary Approach to Real Estate

Malcolm’s real estate expertise goes far beyond transactions. His work spans multiple roles, including:

• Buyer and seller representation
• Real estate investing and consulting
• Renovation and repositioning strategy
• Property management
• Broker and advisor services

His background in marketing and advertising in Manhattan’s Garment District, combined with a BFA in Communications Design from Pratt Institute, gives Malcolm a distinct edge. He understands not only how properties function — but how they are positioned, perceived, and optimized for long-term value.

For Malcolm, real estate is both analytical and creative — a balance that serves his clients exceptionally well in New York’s complex and fast-moving market.

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Veterans Supporting Veterans — With Trust and Humor

One of Malcolm’s favorite aspects of his work is connecting veterans with other veterans — especially when it comes to building a trusted team around his clients.

One story that stands out highlights this philosophy perfectly.

Malcolm often refers his clients to James Desir, a certified home inspector in New York City and a former U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant. Malcolm trusts him completely to protect his clients’ interests — even if James never misses a chance to remind Malcolm that he technically outranks him.

As Malcolm jokes,
“Sometimes the only downside of working with fellow Marines is the rank hierarchy still coming up — decades later.”

Behind the humor is something serious: trust built through shared service, and a commitment to surrounding clients with professionals who operate with integrity and accountability.

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A Lifelong Commitment to Community and Education

Malcolm’s service didn’t end with the uniform.

He is an active member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, a distinguished civic organization dedicated to community service and the principle of “Achievement in Every Field of Human Endeavor.” Through the Brooklyn–Long Island Alumni Chapter, Malcolm advises:

• Veteran members on how to optimize their VA benefits
• The broader chapter on real estate investing and wealth-building strategies

Whether formally or informally, Malcolm is constantly educating those around him — especially veterans — about opportunities he wishes he had acted on sooner himself.

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Lessons Learned and Advice for Homebuyers

Looking back, Malcolm is candid about what he would change:

“I wish I had started real estate investing earlier in my life. If I had, I’d really be killing it right now — though I’m doing alright.”

That reflection fuels the advice he gives to others.

For military movers and veterans:

Malcolm encourages veterans not to delay using their earned benefits.
VA benefits shouldn’t sit on the sidelines — they’re a powerful tool for stability and long-term wealth.

For first-time homebuyers:

Pre-qualification isn’t optional.
Understanding your budget and target locations before you search allows you to move confidently and competitively — especially in New York City.

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What Clients Are Saying

“Malcolm was our agent for our first home purchase and walked us through the entire process with patience and care. When we later sold that property, he once again guided us and helped us achieve a great return on our investment. His reliability, honesty, and knowledge of the boroughs are hard to beat.”
— Darius, Buyer & Seller

For Malcolm, repeat clients and long-term relationships are the truest measure of success.

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Malcolm’s Journey as a Powerful Example of CMD’s Core Values

The Compass Military Division is strengthened by members who bring service, skill, and lived experience to their communities.

Malcolm’s journey reflects those values — from military leadership to creative strategy, from local expertise to veteran advocacy. His work demonstrates how service continues in many forms, and how real estate can be a tool for stability, growth, and generational impact.

Stories like Malcolm’s remind us that leadership doesn’t always look the same — but it always shows up with integrity, commitment, and purpose.

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Connect with Malcolm Louis Adams

📍 Markets Served: Brooklyn & New York City
🎖️ Military Service: U.S. Marine Corps Veteran
🏠 Specialties: Buyer & Seller Representation • Property Management • Real Estate Investing • Renovation Strategy • Veteran Clients • Brooklyn Market Expertise
📸 Instagram: @malcolmrealestate