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Agent Recruiting
1. How do I get a real estate license? Be at least 18 years of age. Be a high school graduate or the holder of an equivalency degree (GED). Successfully complete a 75-hour pre-licensing course, including a final exam for the course. Pass a state licensing examination. 2. How do I take the pre-license course? You can take the pre-license course at an approved school in a classroom setting or take the computer-based course at home. When you successfully complete the course, you will be required to take a state exam. If you pass the state exam you will be issued a salespersons license. You must be affiliated with a broker who will actually hold your license. 3. How long is the course? 4. How do I choose a company? It is important for you to choose a company that meets your expectations in terms of training, technology, office support, and reputation in the marketplace. Click here for questions to ask when interviewing brokers. 5. What will it cost me to get started? There are several start-up costs when beginning your real estate career. Some fixed costs include: the prelicense course, the state exam & license fee. You may need to make an investment in technology tools such as a cell phone, laptop computer, database software, etc. New agents should always have at least 6 months of expenses in reserve. It can take a few months to get your business going. 6. How soon can I expect to generate income? The exciting thing about a career in real estate is that you are limited only by your imagination. Some new agents are selling homes in the first couple of months while others may take a little longer to get their client base established. 7. What is required to be successful in real estate? Dedication, hard work, and a great attitude! The most successful agents are also highly motivated and outgoing. 8. Is it important for me to be technologically savvy? To be successful in today’s competitive marketplace, it is vital to utilize the technology tools available that will help you to be more productive and efficient. 9. What type of equipment will I need to get started? While interviewing brokers, first determine what is available to you in the office environment. Also note that cellular phones, pagers, laptop computers, and Palm Pilots are all tools of the leading agents today. Consider these items when planning your budget. 10. What can I expect to make in my first year? Second? Third? A career in the real estate industry offers the benefits and advantages of running your own business. You decide how many hours you want to work and how much money you want to make and the best part is that your earning potential is unlimited! No one determines your salary or your raises. 11. Can I still continue doing what I am doing while I transition into my real estate career full-time? In today’s competitive marketplace, it is no longer a viable option to work part-time in real estate. However, some agents do have a transition period while obtaining their license. To find out more about joining Dave Crete & Associates GMAC, please contact Dave Crete directly at (702) 683-3815 / dave@davecretegmac.com for a confidential interview. Suggested questions to ask when comparing Brokers: What type of training do you offer? Tell me about your support staff. Is there any company-paid advertising? What type of office equipment is available to me? Are there any additional expenses to me other than my commission split? What do you offer in the way of technology? Do you have a marketing department? What is your average list price? Sales price? Do you offer any continuing education opportunities? Do you offer web sites to your agents at no cost?
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