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How to Begin a Career as a Real Estate Agent…

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Real Living GreatWest

Are you willing to take up a career in the real estate market as an agent? Then you have to know where to start and what is the first thing you have to do. If you are unclear of how to begin, do not make any decisions without proper research! It is very essential that you first learn what a real estate agent actually does. A real estate agent actually assists clients in buying and selling of property. To provide this assistance, an agent must have a good knowledge of the local market and the actual worth of the homes in different localities.

Real estate agents are viewed upon as the backbone of the entire real estate transaction. They provide assistance to buyers in finding a mortgage broker, attorney, home inspector and other such services on closing a lucrative deal. Agents also help the buyers and sellers in analyzing the home’s estimate in the competitive market. The agent must also work closely with the mortgage broker to get updates on the status of the buyer’s loan. The agent’s role does not end once the deal is signed. A reputed agent will also negotiate the repair works that are required for the homes.

To be a successful real estate agent, you must be flexible to work 40 to 45 hours per week. It may require that an agent must be available majority during the evenings and weekends. The tools you require in business are pretty simple. Also, you must be prepared to work from home. These requirements of the career make it look a lot easy, but working from home is a big challenge as you tend to do other tasks. The challenge can be achieved by staying focused and motivated throughout your career.

Now are you sure you are compatible with all the above said clauses of a real estate agent’s career? Then you are ready to enter the real estate industry! The first thing you need to do as preparation is to enroll into a real estate school and prepare to take up real estate license exam. This exam differs from state to state and the coaching is provided as per the state’s exam pattern. When you pass the state exam, you get your real estate agent’s license. You have to first gain experience with a reputed real estate firm before you begin your own real estate venture. Honesty, professionalism, good communication and negotiation skills along with commitment are very essential for a successful career in real estate. 

For additional resources and information please visit the following sites.

Resource Links:

http://www.gmacrealestate.com

Bill Fields All Star Coaching Program: http://www.AllStarCoaching.net
GreatWest GMAC Search all MLS Listings: http://www.LocalHomeLink.com
GreatWest GMAC Consumer Buyer/Seller Blog: http://www.GreatWestBlog.com
T. Sami Siddiqui (Broker/ Owner) Buzz About Sacramento Blog: http://www.samisiddiquiblog.com
Brodie Stephens (Executive Vice President) One Stop Blog: http://www.brodiestephensblog.com
GreatWest Podcasts- Weekly Updates on new REO, Short Sale, Bank Owned Foreclosure Listings: http://www.HouseTalkOnline.com
GreatWest Videos: http://www.youtube.com/brodiestephens
Facebook Brodie Stephens Profile Page: http://www.facebook.com/brodiestephens
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GreatWest Real Estate Careers- GMAC is looking for Professional Realtors to Join Us: http://www.CareersWithUs.com
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