I live in Kansas and have been very interested in becoming a real estate agent. Could anyone please explain the process I would have to go through in order to achieve this goal. I understand there are courses that must be taken before an exam, but so far I have only found online classes available. Are there any courses that are in a classroom? Any information on this subject would be very helpful. Thank you in advance.
Kemperk has answered you well as far as specifics. I would also encourage you to visit the local board of REALTORS and ask a lot of questions. Being a real estate agent requires personal resources to get your business up and going. Your earnings are 100% commission based and you have to pay your own way for local board membership. NAR membership, Kansas Association of REALTORS, MLS fees, broker split with any transactions, your own gas, computer, computer connection, cell phone service, additional advertising and the list goes on. All of this is paid out of pocket before your first transaction closes and you collect your first check. The State mandated basic course is usually paid by the student, the fee the State charges to take the test and fee for the license once you have passed the test. It may take you two to six months to close your first transaction if you really get out there and generate leads. I haven't covered but the tip of the iceberg but it can be a great business and a lot of money can be made but the truth of the matter is the average agent may only close a few transactions in a year and if lucky make $20 to $30k. Most will make far less but if you like people, sales, are willing to be taught and know how to manage money you will do well.
