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Updated about 3 years ago on . Most recent reply

Investor, Benefits of being an Agent
I'm an investor working on the BRRRR method, and I'm considering getting my RE Agent license. Not for the license itself, I have no interest in showing properties or representing other parties, but rather for the education, to go through the classes because I think there are some benefits to me in learning that area.
So my question is about a potential side benefit. This won't impact my decision because it's not the reason I'm doing it, but just curious if it works this way. If I were to go through this process, would I be able to "represent" myself as the buyer's agent and be entitled to a portion of the commission as would be the case if I had contracted with a buyer's agent? Or does it not work that way?
So my question is about a potential side benefit. This won't impact my decision because it's not the reason I'm doing it, but just curious if it works this way. If I were to go through this process, would I be able to "represent" myself as the buyer's agent and be entitled to a portion of the commission as would be the case if I had contracted with a buyer's agent? Or does it not work that way?
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Why not just take the classes but never sit for the test. You can do them online probably for about $400. Will give you some knowledge of contracts, forms, vocabulary, laws, etc.