I would like to know is realestate a good career for one who does not want to go to college?
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I think training outside of college is a GREAT idea. if you have an entreprenurial spirit/brain, you can go far in industries that do not require college degrees.\n\nIt takes about 4 months (minimum) to get your real estate license. It takes some money to get the training and take the licensing test. And then, plan for at least 6 months of NO SALES, while you get a feel for the market and find clientele. It is important to find a real estate company that will support you, train you and show you the ropes. This may be difficult depending on your location.\n\nReno, NV has a great real estate company that does FANTASTIC training: Remcor Real Estate (remcor.com).\n\nIf you want to go into a field that doesn't require college, and will bring in money a bit faster than real estate, with a lot less work--look into lending and selling investment vehicles. World Financial Group is a national company that probably has an office near you (wfg-online.com). It takes some money to get started here, too, as the financial industry requires background checks and licensing/testing. You can get into lending very quickly, and with minimal expense. Let your mortgages cover the cost of getting licensed in other areas.\n\nIf you're in the lending/financial industry, you will be able to invest in real estate for yourself!\n\nBest of luck! Stay strong! And only take advice from people who are doing what you want to be doing/have what you want to have!
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Did you want to be a realtor, or buy real estate as an investment?\nIf you are barely making it, it will be extremely difficult as a realtor.  If you go to a real estate company such as Century 21, and tell them you would like to be a realtor, they will send you where you need to go for training and help you get started.  You may find a broker who will carry you until you start bringing in commissions.  Look for at least a 55/45 split.  (55 you 45 them Anything less is robbery.  As you go, you will earn higher splits)   \nThen you pay her/him back.  It's all commission.  You make what you earn on your feet..  Be advised that it is also cut throat.  Lots of sharks in that field.  If you can deal with them, it's a good living in the right town.
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Yes, it is definitely possible to have a nice life without a college degree.  A lot of successful people start their own businesses without it.  If you want to work for somebody, I would recommend getting a degree.  Without it, you will not get far in corporate America.  If you wouldn't mind starting your own business or something like that, you definitely don't need a degree.  Good luck with everything.
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There is nothing sure in life except death.  College gives you the tools to do well in life.  You cant build a house without a hammer, but owning the best hammer wont mean you will have the best house.
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It is not hard to be a real estate agent. However, it can be difficult to be a succesful one! Yes, you make your own hours, but at the same time, your clients may have their own hours in mind for you. flexibility is key to being succesful - be there for your clients when they need you. Heck - paint your car yellow, and call yourself a taxi... If they want to buy a house, YOU need to be the one that shows them the house of their dreams! The financial rewards can be significant if you're willing to work to get it. It's not nearly as easy as one might think to make a buck in the market. Consider how many agents there are in your area. EVERY single one of them are potentially your competition. What are you able to offer your clients that the other ones can't?
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I have been in the real estate business in Central Florida for 27 years. I am a broker. I am guessing that you want to join the real estate industry to earn money. I can tell you that getting a real estate license is the easy part. Weaning money in this industry takes lots of training and lots of commitment. I can give you some suggestions about the many facets of the business but I would need to no more about you and your interest. If you need more help, write to Bruce at boatclub@go.com . Tell me more about your long term objectives in real estate.
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If you don't want to be come an architect, you could definitely try your hand at journalism by working for a home design magazine.  You'd probably have to start locally and work your way up to more "adventurous" positions.  In order to this, you would need some experience in journalism or writing.  You might want to start writing some articles and sending them to local newspapers or magazines, or start a blog about an architectural subject.  However, I've got to say that someone who uses an express like "confused on" might not have the writing skills to pursue journalism.  You may want to go back and take some lower-level English courses at community college before pursuing this career track.\n\nThese are common jobs for people with degrees in architecture:\n\nArchitect\n-Institutional\n-Commercial\n-Residential\n-Light Industrial\n-Landscape\nBuilding Construction Investigator \nBuilding Envelope Specialist \nConsultant \nCurator\nFurniture Designer\nInterior Design Specialist\nProject Manager\nPublic Works Administrator \nReal Estate Development Specialist \nRestoration Specialist\nArchitectural Preservation\nResidential Design\nStructural Investigator\nUniversity / College Professor\nUrban Design Specialist
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confucious said \n\nif you choose to do what you love you'll never "work" a day in your life.\n\nit really depends on what you want to do.  though i will say there is a lot of money to be made in real estate.\n\nbut then it depends if you want to make a lot of money or not.  you may be happier running a small furniture shop and making enough to live on and thats all.  its really up to you.  \n\ntake control of your own destiny dont ask US to tell you what to do.  if you need people to tell you what to do than you AREN'T REEADY for the world of business.  certainly not to be the boss.  Hell you don't even know what you want to do with yourself.  otherwise you wouldn't be asking us.  if you need to ask somone what to do with your life, then ask GOD.  you may be surprized by the answer. but whatever it is I garantee you will love it.  he wouldn't give you something that wasn't perfect for you.\n\nI will agree with confucious though.  choose something you love.  something you can do well.
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If you are planning to go into real estate, I suggest you become a broker because a broker is top dog of the real estate food chain. \n\nHowever, there are a lot of jobs with numerous titles. For example: loan originator, loan processor, Agent assistant, etc. \n\nBasically real estate is broken up into 2 parts, property and financing. Each part has numerous titles and responsibilities. What exactly do you want to do?\n\nRegards...
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I went to college and got a degree. But you dont have to. Some of the larger Travel Agencys have in house training.  However if you already are trained there is no need for there schooling (and a lot of time they will charge you for it) plus you can demand more money because of your education.  It is a great career, FREE travel is the best.  Corporate Travel is better then Leisure travel for me.  Because you are dealing with people who are not dealing with there own money so they are not shopping around and will go some place else for $5.00 cheaper.  Good Luck
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STOP!!!! THINK for a minute here -- and really LISTEN to those who know you the best.  There are some IMPORTANT Points to think about:\n\nYou just got your real estate license, and are starting work for a broker.  OK -- that is fine ... but really ... have you thought about BENEFITS?  You know, are you on salary -- do you have a medical, dental, hospitalization plan -- life or disability insurance -- is it enough to live on your own and pay your own bills -- well into the future?\n\nand ... now that you are in the 4th year -- WHY GIVE UP NOW -- you do realize that NOT having a Degree is a Financial Disadvantage in moving up in ANY Business Environment -- so how in the world do you think you will be able to branch out into property management, mortgage brokerage, or any other specialization in Real Estate that will allow you more earning power IF you do NOT have a degree with you?
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When I was in high school I found myself in a very similar situation.  I got my real estate license the year I graduated.  I will tell you this; it’s hard, but if you work hard, you can do it.  Even being highly respected as a high school senior, in leadership at my church and in school, it’s still hard to get some one to trust an 18 year old w/ a $500,000 real estate purchase.  \n\nI started out by working at a national (resale) real estate company.  In spite of my hard work, I realized what I was doing was not going to pay off  because of my age.  I needed people to come to me, so I started selling new homes.  I won’t lie, these jobs are hard to get.  I worked a lot of long hours for a builder for not much money, but it has paid off.  I recently tested for my brokers license, and hope to open my own office in the future.  \n\nIf I could give a few bits of wisdom to you they would be this; \n1)  Work hard in school, if you can take extra classes in English and any type of business or law classes that you can, these will be very useful later on. \n2) Don’t listen to anybody that tells you “you can’t”, a lot of people will, and if you listen to them, you won’t.  \n3) Don’t give up, real estate has about an 80% wash out rate, it took me about 3 years before I started to succeed.  \n\nIt’s been 5 years sense I got my license, and I must say THE JUICE WAS WORTH THE SQUEEZE.
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You should start by contacting a couple of the larger real estate companies in your area.  Most of the big ones will have training programs and recruitment programs designed to help you succeed after you are done with your licensing classes.  Getting a license and knowing how to be a good agent are two different things.\n\nFinding someone to hire you will be the easy part.  Finding someone to train you for success is the hard part.  Real estate is not easy to get started in, you should plan on keeping a part-time waitressing job or something to keep your bills paid while you get started.  If you don't, be prepared to go 3-6 months before seeing your first paycheck.  Most people don't have that kind of savings sitting around.
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In most states, no, you can't become a part time real estate agent without a license.  A great option would be to contact some local Realtors and see if any need an unlicensed assistant.  This is the best way for you to learn the business ins and outs, without the financial investment or the risk of losing your shirt if it doesn't work out.  Added bonus: if you do well and really enjoy it, your "boss" (the Realtor) may pay for your schooling for you and help you to start your career.\n\nSean
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Go into real estate or business.
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I am not sure what you are asking. Do you own property or want to sell property for other people?  I am going to assume that you want to be a Real Estate Sales Representive.  You have to be licensed in the state in which you plan to practice. Each state has it owns laws as to what classes and how many credits you have to take. You will have to pass a state exam. You will have to be sponsored by a Broker and work for a Broker.\n\nThe place to start is to look in your local newspaper on a Sunday and look at the Real Estate ads. Most companies are on the internet these days so you will want to look at both the newspaper ads and the internet website for a number of different companies in your area.  Which one do you like the sound and look of the best?  Which companies are the largest in your area?  Which have the best reputation?  Research all of this first. Then pick a few and call for an interview.  \n\nA job with a Real Estate firm is not like other jobs. You are not an employee. You are a subcontractor and you are paid a commission.  Some places you will have to pay all of your own advertising cost.  So make your decission carefully.  When you decide which company you want to go with, talk to the Sales Manager and see what you have to do to get licensed.  Wherever you go it is going to cost you quite a bit of money upfront before you start.  And you will need some money to live on for the first few months.
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A lot depends on your interests and skills.  I could suggest lots of things, but if you don't have the interest or talent, they would be a waste of your time.\n\nThat being said, here's a few.\n\nReal Estate sales.\nWriter.\nComputer tech.