what does it take to become a sucessful real estate agent?
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Self discipline and a strong work ethic, even in the face of no immediate results.\n\nThe great lie of self-employment in general and real estate (sales and financing) in particular is that big money is to be had with very little effort - that it's all golf courses and Mercedes Benzes.  \n\nNothing could be further from the truth.  In many marketplaces, real estate agents are overpopulated for the market - number of realtors way outstrips the average number of transactions.\n\nThis means you have to work constantly, hard, every day, to distinguish yourself from the huge pack of agents who don't put in a full day's work every day.  \n\nThe public's perception of realtors is that they're lazy, they don't know what they're talking about, and they're WAY overpaid for the service they actually deliver.  And you know what?  In MOST cases, the public's perception is ENTIRELY justified!  \n\nThat being said, the minority of agents who work hard, produce in both boom and bust markets, and continually rise to the top REALLY DO DESERVE what they get because they get up early, work hard, don't goof around, and generally approach it like the difficult job it really is.\n\nWhy do I have this opinion?  I was in real estate financing for over 10 years, did everything from processing to origination to management to business development to executive management.  I worked as an in-house lender (the mortgage guy inside the local real estate office) and saw the way that realtors work day-to-day.\n\nBest to you.  Work hard, work smart, put in a full day's work and you'll succeed.
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Most real estate companies will do the training to help you be successful agent. Contact one of the big ones and see if they are interested in you, they will help you with training and license..
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Start looking in the daily newspapers who is selling and who is buying,etc.  You have to zero in on what sort of real estate you want to trade, whether it is commercial or residential.  You may stick to residential to start with and that too your own nearby areas.  Keep a record of who is selling and buying.  In the U.S. there are specific courses to practice as a Real Estate Agent.  Moreover, have a commission declaration form ready.  In fact you can start simply by stating that you want to sell your premises and see how the others are doing.  Good luck.  As soon as you have become successful send me a thanks note !!!
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Each state has its own commission that governs realtors.  Usually you can go online to get the application.  You can also submit your transcript showing any college courses you have taken that they might give you credit for.  They will outline what classes you need to take.  You will then have to take a state exam. Most states require that a broker hold your license.
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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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First of all you have to have to be a licensed real estate salesperson in your state. Then when you hang your license with your broker they will tell you if and which Board of Realtors® to join. You will be charged annual dues and be required to take Code of Ethics classes.
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I would suggest taking some courses or getting a degree in business.  I would at the least, get your real estate license.  The best thing to do would be to work your way up.  You can ask local property companies about interning with  them, or job shadowing.  Ask if they need a receptionist, or an assistant.  Property management requires knowledge of lots of laws and regulations.  You'll need to gain a lot of experience.  Good luck.
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You need to obtain a state real estate license.
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I've taken a number of the courses required for RE Sales Agent and Broker license in Washington State at the local community college, specifically Seattle Central Community College(I live within walking distance)\n\nAlso, check out the Rockwell Institute. They offer live/lecture classes at physical locations(they also offer online training). Rockwell writes the textbooks that many real estate exam training courses use, including Seattle Community Colleges.\n\nThe Univ of WA offers a number of Real Estate programs, too. See my links below for more info. \n\nGood luck!
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Well it depends on the state for which you live. I know in Missouri you must take a 60 hour course. Then you can take your state realtor's license.
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First you must have 4 years experience as a licensed sales agent.   The DRE (dept. of real estate) will allow a college degree in place of the experience or an associate’s degree as substitute for 2 of the years of experience.  There is also a list of required classes (listed below).  After completion of these requirements you can apply to the DRE to take the brokers exam.  The exam is taken in two sessions one in the morning and one in the afternoon.  Each session is 2hr 30min long and consists of 100 multiple choice questions.  The minimum passing grade is 75% accumulative from both sessions.   After passing the exam you must then apply to the DRE for the issuance of the license. \n• Real Estate Practice\n•Legal Aspects of Real Estate\n•Real Estate Finance\n•Real Estate Appraisal\n•Real Estate Economics or Accounting\n•And three* courses from the following group:\n  \noReal Estate Principles\noBusiness Law\noProperty Management\noEscrows\noReal Estate Office Administration\noMortgage Loan Brokering and Lending\noAdvanced Legal Aspects of Real Estate\noAdvanced Real Estate Finance\noAdvanced Real Estate Appraisal\noComputer Applications in Real Estate \noCommon Interest Developments
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sounds like you want to become an agent so you can sell homes as a professional. if so, you need to meet the requirements and take a test to get your license. you can find the requirements at the state department of real etate website. here is the link for california.
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Take the real estate course.  It is offered throughout Arizona.  You have to be sponsored to actually get the license as an agent.  You will work for a real estate broker.  More information from the link below.
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there are two levels of license, an agent and a broker. It varies by state but they are all pretty close. You need to take classes that amount to 180 hours or so. Then you take a test and work for a brokerr. To become a broker you need lots of experience. You will also need refresher usually 15 hour courses every year to keep your license.
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What are you asking exactly? Try and use spell check.  Are you looking at becoming a developer? Do you want to sell this type of property?  You need a real estate license to start. Then you need to work with a commercial broker. But if you are looking on buying property and developing it as well as building it. All you need is Money not Love. You will need to be an architect but you can hire those and a building contractor. You need to develop a liaison with the county and the city. You need to have a piece of land commercially zoned for that usage. You need to have a plan to develop it before you buy the land and it has to be approved by the city and county.
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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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Be ready to put in lots of hours and a good measure of creativity it you want this to be your primary source of income. Most people think real estate is an easy way to earn a living, however the average real estate agent in the United States sells 1.4 houses a year! That means that if you want to be successful, you have to be adding services, time, and creativity above the norm! Learn great people skills and fabulous marketing and sales skills. They are key to being successful in this field.\n\nThe great news is that you get to be your own boss and create your own future . . .