Is it okay for a realtor to drive a 2 door coupe?

[John Duke]

Hey guys, Im 23 years old and just about to get my real estate license. I have money to buy a new car but I really hate 4 doors. My plan is to buy fuel efficient yet sporty Subaru BRZ sports coupe next week. But for some reason if this will hurt my business  then I get Id settle for something else, but I'm an auto enthusiast and it would really kill me to settle for a boring 4 door. Unfortunately a sports sedan is out my price range for my taste. However I could get a used BMW 4 door or Mercedes for the same price but I really don't like them as much, they aren't FUN to drive which is what I'm looking for. I could get a sporty 4 door hatchback but they are still very small in the back seat. Don't clients follow you mostly anyways? I'd like to get some experienced responses , thanks guys!

[Dan Mackin]

I'm with Carol on this one. Get something that they can ride along with you. There is so much you can learn in that drive that you would never pick up on otherwise.  I'd check into what is most beneficial to you in terms of taxes as an agent. Sometimes buying isn't the best way to do it and leasing may work out better. I am a car enthusiast as well, but had to make a bit of a change to fit my new life a little better.  Now I have a motorcycle to cure that itch and it's a ton cheaper. Part of getting started in this business is making some sacrifices to get yourself moving. Becoming an agent and buying a brand new sports coupe at the same time may not be the best idea. The fun toys are for when you've actually made enough that this decision wouldn't even have a question mark.