If you’ve ever wondered about starting a career in real estate, now might be the perfect time to do so. Why? Because 2017 was the highest ranking year for economic growth in American history following the market crash in 2008. Amazingly, 5.6 million homes were sold in 2017 and the growing trend is expected to continue throughout 2018 and into 2019.
So, where do you begin? Entering the real estate business is relatively easy. The first step is to enroll in an accredited college that offers a real estate program, such as Hocking College. Here you'll learn the ins and outs of the real estate business including real estate law, finance, and appraisal.
At Hocking College, all 10 credit hours of the program are fulfilled through online classes. Additionally, each class is only two months long which means that each class lasts about half of a semester. Hocking College’s Real Estate program can therefore be completed in just one term.
After completing an accredited program, students who want to pursue a career in real estate can do so by taking the certification exam. This exam tests students’ knowledge over material learned throughout the program. After passing the exam, you can legally enter the real estate business and start selling.
Most people entering this field find it helpful to talk to local brokers and other real estate agents. Internships and apprenticeships are a good way to become familiar with the housing market in your area. Location is everything. Both for the buyer and the agent.
Some agents find it better to work in small towns where communication and relationships are easy to form with clients. However, other agents like the fast-paced lifestyle of big cities. If this sounds like you, here are the top ten places to sell real estate in 2018.
- San Francisco, CA
- Seattle, WA
- San Jose, CA
- Fremont, CA
- Oakland, CA
- New York, NY
- Santa Rosa, CA
- Denver, CO
- Nashville, TN
- Vancouver, WA
Wherever you go, now is the time to enter the real estate business. If you’re looking for a career change or a new adventure, real estate is a new promising field.
For more information on Hocking College's Real Certificate Program contact Program Manager, LaDora Ousley at ousleyl@hocking.edu or (740) 753-7062.
