Chapter 3
The Job: It Isn’t Just Driving People Around
IN THIS CHAPTER
Understanding the differences between brokers and salespeople
Figuring out what real estate agents really do and how they get paid
Checking out different career opportunities (including property management)
Discovering the details of managing a real estate office and working independently
Looking at important job-related laws you need to know
Welcome to the wonderful world of real estate. I wish I had you here in my classroom so I could ask you, as I do of my students on the first day of class, why you want to get your real estate license. Sure, it’s to make money, but what drew you to the field? Have you always been interested in houses? Do you want to become an investor or a property manager? Do the flexible hours and being your own boss appeal to you? Real estate is exciting, and it’s constantly changing and growing. I’m going to give you some information in this chapter about careers in the real estate field. ...
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