Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Real Estate Agent
Curious how to kickstart a real estate career?
Here’s your complete guide—from passing the exam to landing clients.
What Does a Real Estate Agent Do?
A real estate agent guides buyers and sellers through property transactions.
Their tasks include:
Meeting with clients
Organizing open houses
Closing real estate transactions
Managing paperwork
Know What You're Getting Into
Do you like people?
You may be a good fit if you:
✅ Enjoy problem-solving
✅ Stay patient with picky clients
✅ Have the confidence to sell
Eligibility to Become an Agent
Most places require:
You must be legally an adult
High school diploma or GED
Clean background check
Check with your local board for exact rules.
Complete Pre-Licensing Education
You’ll learn:
Ethics and disclosure rules
Contracts and forms
How to market yourself
Courses are available:
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⏱️ Weeks to months depending on your location
Take and Pass the Real Estate Exam
The exam tests you on:
✔️ Legal definitions
✔️ Property rights
✔️ Real-world scenarios
✔️ Ethical conduct
Don’t stress
Obtain Your Real Estate License
To get licensed, you’ll need to:
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Once approved—you’re official!
Team Up With a Brokerage
Agents must work under brokers.
A broker trains you. Ask:
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Step 7: Start Finding Clients
How to find clients:
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Step 8: Keep Learning and Growing
The best agents:
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Earning Potential of Agents
Agents earn through commission, not salary.
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Home price: $350,000
Commission: split evenly between buyer and seller agents
Agent’s share: ~$7,500 after broker cut
The more homes you sell, the more you make.
Is Real Estate a Good Career?
✅ Pros:
Flexible schedule
No income ceiling
Build lasting relationships
❌ Cons:
No guaranteed paycheck
Weekend work
High competition
Conclusion: click here How to Get Started
That’s the full journey laid out for you.
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Your new career starts now.