Are you an energetic, motivated person who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment? Then consider a real estate career as your profession. Whether real estate is the first step along your career path or you are ready for a second career, we offer unlimited opportunities.

So, is a career in real estate right for you? To start, take our career compatibility quiz to find out. Think about the questions below and answer Yes or No for each:

• Are you 18 years of age or older?
• Would you like be your own boss?
• Would you like to have your own business, one that you can pass on generation to generation?
• Do you want a job with flexible hours, one that you can work around your lifestyle?
• Do you want or need to balance career demands with family demands?
• Do you want flexibility in where you work, i.e. home or office?
• Are you looking for a job that does not require a college degree?
• Do you have a high school diploma or a GED?
• Are you looking to start a new career with minimal initial financial investment?
• Do you think you would work well on a commission-based compensation structure?
• Do you want a job with unlimited income potential?
• Would you enjoy a customer-service oriented job?
• If you answered “Yes” to five or more of the above qustions, then a career in real estate is a real possibility for you! Consider the four steps to getting your real estate license to make a real estate career happen for you.

Real Estate Licensing

Before beginning your career in real estate, you must have a real estate license. Real estate licensing requirements differ from state-to-state, so be sure to review the required steps in our four-step guide.

In many states, there are necessary requirements to obtain your real estate license. Here are the four basic steps:

1. Establish a relationship with a real estate company, like Real Living.
Choose a brokerage to sponsor you (we hope you choose us!) and set up a meeting with a real estate sales manager in the community where you plan to build your business.

2. Enroll in pre-license classes.
Schooling requirements differ from state to state. Contact us to learn the requirements in your state.

3. Apply for and pass the state exam.
Similarly, each state requires different applications and submission requirements for taking the real estate license. Contact us to learn the process in your state.

4. Develop skills that lead to success and build your business!
Once you've earned your license, you'll need to develop skills in prospecting, listing, negotiating and selling real estate. Real Living’s Professional Development provides full training and support as you begin your career. Business planning with your manager is an important activity in building your business. Your manager will partner with you every step of the way, providing the professional tools and materials while offering experienced support as you lay the foundation for your new career.

Interested in becoming a Real Living agent? Contact Customer Care to learn more about the most innovative real estate company in the country.