All Forum Posts by: Kealii Murray

Buy it....Vegas is still going strong and no signs of slow down yet.

Yes it is! Thanks

I've been an investor for about 8 years and have done relatively well but I'm going to get my real estate license so I can take advantage of leads that now I pass up and make money in so many ways that I can't as just an investor. For instance my marketing brings in a lot of calls from sellers who want retail or very close to retail price for their property and therefore are not investor property prospects. If I had a real estate license I could immediately shift gears into listing mode and get a listing contract and work to find a buyer for their property which I could not do as just an investor. I also can get fees for referrals, collect buyer's agent fees. Also a huge benefit is having complete and constant access to the MLS.

So I'm getting my license and believe it will benefit me greatly!

@Kealii Murray

I do. I can't remember the exact amount, but it's around a $1000 per year. MLS fees and Board dues.

@Kealii Murray

Getting your license is definitely a good idea.  Once you get it, it takes very little to maintain it.  So there is very little downside of getting it.

But there won't be much benefit unless you are planning on investing on island, since the license will only be valid within your Board.  So if you're planning on investing out of state, then there wouldn't be much reason to get your license.

The benefits of having it, even if just used for your personal transactions; access to the MLS data as you analyze deals, scheduling showings quickly and at times convenient for you, and earning a commission when you buy (and forgo paying a commission when you sell).

Best of luck.