Did anyone here move out of state to become a RE broker?

[Andrew Smith]

I'm in the early stages of investigating a move from the NYC area to California and a change of career to become a real estate broker. To those who have successfully changed their location and career, I have a question:

My understanding is that it could take months before completing your first sale, especially in commercial real estate. How did you support yourself financially until earning that first sales commission? Did you start out by getting a second job with a flexible schedule like waiting tables?