Thinking of Becoming a REALTOR?

becoming a real estate agent

Thinking of Becoming a Real Estate Agent?

Have you thought about becoming a real estate agent? Want to take on clients, make your own hours, and guide people in their journey to finding a home? Well, before you get started, it’s important to understand the levels of education required (or highly recommended) for becoming a successful real estate agent.

Getting Your License

So how do you become a real estate agent? Well, the answer might vary depending on what state (or country) you may live in. Every state requires you to have a real estate license, and each state has their own licensing process as their rules might be different than the next state’s.

Some of the basic requirements for becoming a real estate license are that you are 18 (some state’s it’s 19) years of age and that you are a legal US resident. Also required is for you to complete your state’s required education, and that you pass your real estate license exam.

Being a real estate agent might not be as easy as it looks—it’s important that you take your real estate education seriously, as an estimated 87% of new agents fail within their first five years.

Get Educated!

 

So take a pre-licensing course! These courses can be taken online or in person, and generally cost anywhere from $200 to $500. Make sure that you’re going through a certified, reputable real estate school and that you are taking your state’s required number of hours (which vary from 40 to over 180 hours).

These courses are designed to teach you real estate terminology and practices, as well as the legal aspects of real estate. It is important to understand your learning style and to sign up for the classes that are best for you. Some people really struggle with online courses, so check your local colleges or real estate firms for a class schedule.

Make sure you are present in your courses, take good notes, and don’t be afraid to ask questions or for clarification or examples. These courses are meant to prepare you for taking the real estate agent exam, so it’s vital that you learn all you can from them. Get your monies worth!

So go out there and get your real estate education! There has never been a better time to start your career as a real estate agent.