Becomming a Real Estate Agent

[Sam Gould]

Hello BiggerPockets members!

I'm considering signing up for the Massachusetts Real Estate agent course. I would like to become a real estate investor one day. I'm currently unemployed. I'm excited to put my full effort into working as an agent. I am wondering how others got started in my area. Are there any agencies that will take on brand new agents? I'm looking for recommendations and partners in Worcester Mass.

          Thank you ahead of time for any responses and I hope you're all having a great day!,

                                 Sam Gould

[Charlie MacPherson]

@Sam Gould Almost ANY agency will take on new agents.  That's where recruiting is the easiest.  

Most agencies hope you'll do well, but realize that very few agents make it past 2 years.  If you bring in a deal or two in the meantime, great.  You're not getting paid a salary, so it's no skin off the agency's nose.

The average time from shiny new license to first income is 90 days.  Especially as you're new, there will be long periods - sometimes months - between paychecks.

You'll be faced with expenses too. License, MLS, E&O, desk fees, business cards, signs, marketing, CRM, website, and of course, lots of gas as you run around showing properties.

It's hard work.  A lot harder than most people think.  But it's rewarding - and I wish you the best of luck!

If I can help, feel free to call.