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18 year old, can I get into real estate successfully?
I look younger and am in the process of growing out my facial hair. I have a strong passion and determination to make it in the real estate business. Can I be successful, given how young I look? (and being so young?) I already have an amazing mentor and know I will do big things.
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@Ryan Dunton It's all about the energy you give off. You could look like an old mothertrucker and be immature which could lead to no success OR you could look young, be personable, mature, and be extremely successful. You choose