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Salesperson and Agents. We also offer Real Estate Appraisal Licenses for the States of California, Utah, Washington,
Wyoming, South Dakota, Idaho, Iowa, Wisconsin, Louisiana, Virginia and the District of Columbia.
Real estate brokers and sales agents often work evenings and
weekends, and are always on call to suit the needs of clients.
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Well-trained, ambitious people who enjoy selling should have the best chance for success in the field of Real
Estate.
One of the most complex and important financial events in
peoples lives is the purchase or sale of a home or investment property. As a result, people usually seek the help of
real estate brokers and sales agents or salesperson when buying or selling real estate.
Real estate brokers
and sales agents have a thorough knowledge of the real estate market in their community. They know which
neighborhoods will best fit clients needs and budgets. They are familiar with local zoning and tax laws and know
where to obtain financing. Agents and brokers also act as an intermediary in price negotiations between buyers and
sellers.
Real estate agents usually are independent sales workers who provide their services to a licensed
real estate broker on a contract basis. In return, the broker pays the agent a portion of the commission earned from
the agent's sale of the property. Brokers are independent business people who sell real estate owned by others; they
also may rent and manage properties for a fee. When selling real estate, brokers arrange for title searches and for
meetings between buyers and sellers where details of the transactions are agreed upon and the new owners take
possession. A broker may help to arrange favorable financing from a lender for the prospective buyer that often makes
the difference between success and failure in closing a sale. In some cases, brokers and agents assume primary
responsibility for closing sales; in others, lawyers or lenders do this. Brokers supervise agents who may have many
of the same job duties. Brokers also manage their own offices, advertise properties, and handle other business
matters. Some combine other types of work, such as selling insurance or practicing law, with their real estate
business.
There is more to an agent or broker's job than making sales. They must have properties to sell.
Consequently, they spend a significant amount of time obtaining listings owner agreements to place properties for
sale with the firm. When listing a property for sale, agents and brokers compare the listed property with similar
properties that have recently sold to determine its competitive market price. Once the property is sold, the agent
who sold the property and the agent who obtained the listing both receive a portion of the commission. Thus, agents
who sell a property they also listed can increase their commission.
Most real estate brokers and sales agents
sell residential property. A small number, usually employed in large or specialized firms, sell commercial,
industrial, agricultural, or other types of real estate. Every specialty requires knowledge of that particular type
of property and clientele. Selling or leasing business property requires an understanding of leasing practices,
business trends, and location needs. Agents who sell or lease industrial properties must know about the region's
transportation, utilities, and labor supply. Whatever the type of property, the agent or broker must know how to meet
the client's particular requirements.
Before showing residential properties to potential buyers, agents meet
with buyers to get a feeling for the type of home the buyers would like. In this pre qualifying phase, the agent
determines how much buyers can afford to spend. In addition, they usually sign a loyalty contract which states the
agent will be the only one to show them houses. An agent or broker uses a computer to generate lists of properties
for sale, their location and description, and available sources of financing. In some cases, agents and brokers use
computers to give buyers a virtual tour of properties in which they are interested. Buyers can view interior and
exterior images or floor plans without leaving the real estate office.
Agents may meet several times with
prospective buyers to discuss and visit available properties. Agents identify and emphasize the most pertinent
selling points. To a young family looking for a house, they may emphasize the convenient floor plan, the area's low
crime rate, and the proximity to schools and shopping centers. To a potential investor, they may point out the tax
advantages of owning a rental property and the ease of finding a renter. If bargaining over price becomes necessary,
agents must carefully follow their client's instructions and may have to present counter-offers in order to get the
best possible price.
Once both parties have
signed the contract, the real estate broker or agent must see to it that all
special terms of the contract are met before the closing date. For example, the
agent must make sure the mandated and agreed-to inspections, including the
home, termite, and radon inspections, take place. Also, if the seller agrees to
any repairs, the broker or agent must see they are made. Increasingly, brokers
and agents handle environmental problems by making sure the properties they
sell meet environmental regulations. For example, they may be responsible for
dealing with lead paint on the walls.
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