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I want to become a real estate agent?

Ideally I want to work for a real estate office and get some first hand experience while obtaining my real estate license. Currently I am unemployed. Can someone help on tips to get a job at a real estate office. Or any other input would be great.. Thank you!

Answer:

Dress up, put together your resume and visit every real estate office and ask for work
It depends where you are. There are different policy in different countries. Most real estate firms don;t want people without licence. So its best you spend time before you get your licence looking at ways to build your contacts. You need them when you are actually in the business
Many of the larger real estate companies around the country offer licensing courses and it is possible to work with them in an unlicensed capacity (in a clerical position, as an agent;s assistant, etc.) while you are obtaining your license. This is a good way to get to know the industry and the people involved. Real estate is a people business and first impressions are important so dress professionally whatever position you may have. Check with the real estate offices in your local area to see what positions might be available, and whether or not they provide classes. But also investigate their philosophy and target markets to see if they are a fit for you. Real Estate is an excellent profession and the income generated is directly proportional to the amount of professional time and effort that you invest.

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