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Updated almost 6 years ago,
Advice on being a Real Estate Agent while in College
Hi,
This is my first post here on the BP :). I am currently a 19 year old college student and in a bit of a dilemma trying to figure out what I want to do. I've thought about dropping out or taking a semester off to pursue becoming an agent. I am very passionate about Real Estate and constantly wanting to learn more. My plan is to enroll at Allied Schools and pass the exam. From there I was thinking about being an assistant/ intern to an agent and learning the ropes for a couple of months. Once I know how everything works find a broker and go from there and eventually start investing in RE and buying businesses.
I told my parents yesterday and lets just say it did not go my way. They advised to keep at least 2-3 college classes and maybe taking RE the course in a couple of weeks. I understand why they are saying that, but from what I've researched most people fail at being an agent because they were treating it part-time. My parents have dabbed a little in Real Estate and saying theres a chance it may not work out for me which I am aware of. I told them, I would never know unless I try.
I was also thinking about maybe just getting my AA instead of BA. I really don't like college and feel like it is not for me. After I read Rich Dad Poor Dad, it changed my view on everything and I do not want a stable job with income. I want to start a business of some sort. I do not want to be working a 9-5 job and be normal like most people. I want to be financially free and "weird" as Dave Ramsey says.
Sorry for the essay. Really unsure at this point. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!