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Fall In Love With A Career In Real Estate

Fall In Love With A Career In Real Estate

A new season brings a new career path...

 

Are you looking for a career change or just starting out your career? If so, have you ever considered becoming a real estate professional? Being a real estate agent can be an extremely rewarding career that allows you to pick your own hours, interact with your community, have an uncapped earning potential, and help people find their dream homes. If you think becoming an agent is the right career move for you, check out why NOW is the right time to become a real estate agent!

 

Flexibility

Does being back in an office from 9 AM to 5 PM sound like a drag? Do you miss working on your own time? Well, being a real estate agent provides you with a lot of flexibility in your day-to-day schedule. Unlike most nine-to-five jobs, real estate agents are not typically at their desks all day or even working on the same transaction. Agents' schedules depend on what their clients need from them. When they are not out on a property tour, they are marketing themselves, making connections, or planning their next listing. Another great part of being a real estate agent is that your office can be anywhere and you can make your own schedule!

 

Quick Career Entry

Getting your real estate license can be done quickly. Many states have an age requirement that you must meet. Also, you must take the real estate pre-licensing course from an accredited real estate licensing school and pass your state’s required courses and exam. There are many different programs you can take online, but make sure any institution you are considering meets all of your state’s requirements.

 

Earning Potential

The earning potential of becoming a real estate agent is what draws a lot of people into the business. The amount of work you put into your career is exactly what you get out of it! One of the biggest perks of the business is that you get to be your own boss and have uncapped earning potential in your business.  

 

Lifelong Learning Opportunities

Markets, tastes, trends, demographics, and industries are constantly changing. The real estate profession isn’t just about real estate. It also involves economics, regulations, construction, design, and marketing. Real estate agents are always learning new things and improving their skills and processes. If you enjoy learning and keeping up with trends, becoming an agent might be the right career path for you!  

Now could also be a great time to study and take your real estate exam. The introduction of online courses will make real estate more accessible to fit in your busy schedule!

 

Do you think becoming a real estate agent is the right career choice for you? Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty has all the tools to help you succeed.  Visit our career page to learn more about becoming a real estate agent.