College Student Becoming a Real Estate Agent

[Caleb Augustyn]

Hey everyone, so I'm a college student in Phoenix, AZ and I've got a long term plan of becoming a full time real estate investor. BUT I'm planning on becoming a real estate agent FIRST - while in school - to learn that aspect of real estate, immerse myself in it, and make a few bucks.

Any tips on how to get started? Should I get my real estate license right away then look for a brokerage? Or should I find a mentor first and learn the business side of things from a professional first? What do you guys recommend?

[Jonah Hartsburg]

Hey Caleb! That’s awesome! I walked through some of that while I was in college. If you’re decided that you will get your license and if you already have a broker school picked out (online or on-site), I would go ahead with both and start meeting with brokerages as you are taking classes. It takes some time to get your license, which gives room for you to meet with multiple brokerages. It also shows brokerages that you are serious about getting into the industry if you’re enrolled in the course. When you reach out to local brokerages, try meeting with them in person to discuss your goals, what they offer (resources, training, commission splits, etc.), and if you would fit well into their system. 

Does this semester give you some extra time to study for your broker license? If not, you could meet with brokerages during the semester then try to take an intensive broker course over the next school break. 

While having a mentor is needed, I don’t think you need to delay getting your broker license because of it. You can jump right into it to get the book work done and then continue learning through hands-on experience with your managing broker/mentor.