To get a real estate license to help others buy and sell property you will have to complete a real estate licensing course (60-90 hours of education) and pass a state exam in the state in which you would like to work. Many licensing exams have 80 to 100 questions on general real estate topics […]
Real estate can be a tough business. Statistics show that 87 percent of realtors don’t last five years in the business. That’s a big percentage when compared with other professions. One way to beat the odds and succeed as a real estate agent is to focus on building better relationships with your clients. This will […]
A career in real estate can be both rewarding and challenging. Some people earn six figure salaries, others just a few thousand a year. While a career in real estate can be challenging, flexible, and exciting, it’s not for everyone. Here are some things to think about before you get started in your new real […]
If you are a new real estate agent or an agent who is looking to improve your skills, one of the best ways to move forward is by working with a mentor. But selecting a mentor is so much more than just picking the top guy in your brokerage. You need to make sure you’ve […]
Now that it’s a new year, it’s time to take your business to the next level by amping up your marketing plan. Real estate agents act more like small business owners and they have the power to influence their business with their marketing skills. Depending on the brokerage you work with, you might get some […]
If you are thinking about becoming a real estate agent, there are so many incredible perks to working in this incredibly dynamic industry. However, if you are new and not used to working real estate, you may find yourself with a few bad habits that are holding you back from achieving your true potential. Here’s […]
Working in real estate can be a rewarding career path and getting there doesn’t have to be hard or take a long time! The classes offered at Sea Coast Real Estate Academy can benefit you more than just in a real estate career. If you’re wondering if there are perks for to going to real […]
At the end of the day, pleasing your clients is one of the most important things you can do to be a successful real estate agent. If they aren’t happy, you aren’t happy–and you could lose out on potential referrals in the future. Thus, it is imperative that you do everything you can to ensure […]
There are so many options available to prospective clients looking to buy or sell a house. They can do it on their own, they can use a Realtor or real estate agent, or they can find a company or investor to buy their property. With so many options available, how can you stand out from […]
Once you’ve completed the pre-licensing course at Sea Coast Real Estate Academy and passed your licensing exam, you are officially able to assist in real estate transactions. Now, what should you be doing? Here are some great tips to follow for when you are getting started as a new real estate agent.