Occupation
Real estate agent
Real estate agents represent buyers or sellers in property transactions. They list and market properties, run viewings, advise on offers, and carry a deal through to closing while working under a licensed brokerage.
Also known as: Real estate salesperson · Estate agent · Property sales agent · Sales representative (real estate)
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Part of Retail, sales and customer experience
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What the work involves
Meet owners to assess a property and agree a listing
Arrange photography, listing copy, and marketing
Host viewings and open houses for prospective buyers
Present and negotiate offers between the parties
Coordinate inspections, paperwork, and deadlines through to closing
Keep current with local listing records and disclosure obligations
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How people commonly enter
Pre-licensing course and licensing examination set by the local real estate regulator
Registration with a licensed brokerage as a condition of practising
College or university study in business or real estate before licensing
Continuing-education requirements set by the regulator to keep a licence current
Typical training: Certificate or college diploma
Licensing: Regulated in most jurisdictions. Confirm the current requirement with the regulator in your province, state, or country.
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Typical work context
- Client sites
- Involves travel
- Works independently
- Public facing
- Varied work
Client sites · Involves travel · Works independently · Public facing · Varied work
Related interests
- Enterprising (leading)
- Social (helping)
- Conventional (organizing)
Enterprising (leading) · Social (helping) · Conventional (organizing)
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