Real Estate Agent Education

[William V.]

Hey BP, I have scoured the internet and have not found much in the discussion of books recommended for the real estate agent profession. I see "Millionaire Real Estate Agent" by Gary Keller thrown out a lot -- which is good for strategizing one's business -- but I'm looking for books that layout Real Estate Agent 101-level information. In other words, the blueprints to what agents do, explaining the transaction process, how the industry works and varies within the brokerage, an agent's lifestyle, etc. I'm curious to what you all come up with!

[Jonathan Greene]

@William V. - the best overall manual for learning to be an agent, other than the on the job training, is the book you get when you take the class because it is state specific. Although it's mechanical it's the best overview. In terms of motivation on how to succeed as an agent, the books I would recommend to get started is 7 Levels of Communication by Michael Maher because it will help you figure out how to work your own sphere and vendors without spending money. In terms of investing, it's Rich Dad, Poor Dad all day long or for younger investors, Set for Life.