Moving to Tampa to be a Real Estate Agent

[Dwight Simpson]

Hello all!I am moving to Tampa to be a real estate agent and I’m in the process of going thru the online courses. I just got my prints in the system. So i’m on my way to being licensed! I posted here to ask for advice for anyone in the area. Also what should I expect my first few months being in real estate? Financially, mentally etc.

Any advice would be appreciated!

[Patricia Steiner]

First things first...get your license.  That means you have to study and know the stuff. 47% of first time exam takers of the real estate exam fail; 57% who take the second time fail.  

So, do the work; apply with the state, pass the exam, get fingerprinted, put your license with a firm, and join the professional organizations required to practice real estate in Florida.  It's not a cheap date nor a fun ride - but it's what is required to get in the game.  

And, about the game:  87% of all agents fail in real estate (source: tomperry.com).  It ain't HGTV.  So, you'll work to earn the right to get in the game and then it will be game day every day.  Real Estate is a tough business; for many, it's a challenging and rewarding one.  I hope it will be that for you.  Welcome to Tampa...we're glad you're on your way.