I'm thinking pretty hard about becoming a real estate agent (Michigan), but would like to hear some thoughts from people who were or are currently agents. I know I have to get licensed first, but what I'm looking for are some real life experiences and answers. You can read articles on the net, but those are mainly just someone's opinion. Thanks for any info.!
most states require a license, the course is tough, and the exam for the license is tougher. that's just to start and then you have to recert every so many yrs. which means continuing education. i have been in the field since 1997 and its a tough industry. turnover amongest new agents is probably 85-90% the first year. lots of folks do it part time as it takes a special person to be able to make a living at it. no education lol, you need to be an accountant, a psycologist, a marriage counselor, an attorney, a mortgage broker, a chauffer, a decorator, and most of all great with people. Most agents make less than 15,000 their first year and thats why they don't survive. check it out and maybe you will have a change of attitude the first time you read a sales contract, seller's disclosure, listing agreement, etc. this is a tough profession.
