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I am going to take course in real estate agent. But I have some challenges. Like I cant drive and just recently I lost job. I been planning to do real estate agent before job loss, but have got to it yet. I been looking up stuff and they said I can still do real estate even if can’t drive. They suggested to use ride share or bus. Yet, some said this would be a lot of time and money. I guess because I’d need to look at different houses with clients it would be a hassle to them. What I was looking at also suggested to give them the option to use ride share with me or they drive themselves. I want to become real estate agent to use money to purchase properties and flip etc and find properties.
Trying to find alternatives to everything. Is there any thing that can be suggested or idea? I am not great at finding jobs either.

Andrew Freed · Answer

@Natasha Baker - To be a successful agent, you definitely need access to a car to show properties and to list properties. As well as coordinate all the due diligence. I highly recommend figuring out your car situation prior to being an agent otherwise you'll spend all your time transporting between properties. It will be highly ineffective.

Erick Armando Gonzalez · Answer

kudos to you for pursuing a real estate career despite the challenges you're facing—it's a great step toward your goal of investing in properties and flipping them. It’s true that not being able to drive can make things a bit more complex, but you can definitely find ways around it.

Using rideshare or public transportation is a viable option, especially in areas with good transit systems. Some clients might not mind meeting you at properties, or you could offer them the choice to either drive themselves or join you in a rideshare, like you mentioned. Being upfront with clients and highlighting your strengths—like your market knowledge and dedication—can help minimize the impact of transportation issues.

If you're concerned about the costs, maybe focus on building a client base close to home, where transportation won't be as big of an issue. You could also partner with another agent who can drive, splitting commissions in exchange for helping with the logistics.

On the job front, networking is key. Connect with others in the real estate community—whether it's through social media, forums, or local meetups—to find opportunities. Some brokerages might even offer support or mentorship programs that could help you get started.

Keep pushing forward—your goals are within reach!

Best of luck,Erick