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6 Best Texas Real Estate Exam Prep Providers 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on June 25, 2019 | Buyers Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (1)

Texas real estate exam prep materials are designed to help aspiring agents pass their licensure exam; these materials include in-person classes, practice tests, and flashcards, among other study aids. We reviewed 10 real estate exam prep solutions to find the six best (including the best overall) based on price, study aids, delivery methods, and usability. Top…

Top 10 Real Estate Certifications & Designations 2019

By Kiah Treece on June 12, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (1)

Real estate certifications are specializations agents and other real estate professionals can earn from real estate organizations to expand their expertise and grow their business. Agents and brokers can make the most of certifications by choosing specializations consistent with their professional niche. Generally, applicants must meet education and experience requirements to earn real estate designations….

New York Real Estate Continuing Education: Ultimate Guide 2019

By Kiah Treece on June 11, 2019 | Real Estate, Real Estate Careers, What is | Comments (1)

Real estate professionals in New York must take 22.5 hours of continuing education courses every two years to renew their licenses. This includes three hours of fair housing or discrimination classes and at least one hour of agency law. Online New York real estate continuing education course packages generally cost between $100 and $150. If…

How to Get a Real Estate License in 7 Simple Steps

By Diana Bourgeois on May 24, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (103)

A real estate license, issued by state governments, permits a person to legally represent buyers and sellers in a property transaction. To acquire a license, agents must meet their state eligibility requirements, take approved prelicensure classes, pass the agent exam, and submit their application to the state real estate board for acceptance. When you’re ready…

6 Best Online Real Estate Courses for Texas 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on May 23, 2019 | Buyers Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (2)

Online real estate courses can provide aspiring Texas agents with necessary prelicensing and continuing education (CE) credits via the web or mobile apps. We reviewed 10 schools that offer these courses in Texas and chose the top six, including the best overall, based on price, curriculum, money-back guarantees, and ease of use. Top 6 Online…

How to Become a Real Estate Agent in 6 Steps

By Diana Bourgeois on May 15, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (12)

A real estate agent is someone legally licensed to represent buyers and sellers in property transactions. To secure a real estate license, an aspiring agent must review state requirements, complete their prelicensure classes, pass the exam, find a sponsoring broker, and submit an application to the state real estate board. Getting a license to become…

6 Best Online Real Estate Schools for Florida 2019

By Kiah Treece on May 13, 2019 | Buyers Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (2)

The best online real estate schools in Florida help aspiring and licensed professionals meet prelicensing, exam, and continuing education requirements. We considered dozens of online schools to identify the six best options in Florida, including the best overall. As part of our analysis, we considered factors like price, course format and materials, and customer support….

6 Best California Real Estate Exam Prep Providers 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on May 10, 2019 | Buyers Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (0)

California real estate exam prep includes a mix of study materials and structured courses that prepare students to take and pass the real estate licensing exam. We reviewed 10 options, landing on the top six ― including the best overall ― based on price (with guarantee), course topics, study materials, delivery method, and availability of…

50 Real Estate Flashcards for Exam Prep [+ Free Download]

By Diana Bourgeois on May 8, 2019 | Real Estate, Real Estate Careers, Templates | Comments (0)

Real estate flashcards include concepts and questions that commonly appear on the real estate licensing exam. Studying with these flashcards allows students to master real estate topics and pass the exam with ease. To help aspiring agents, we’ve included 50 free real estate flashcards below that cover property law, finance, basic terminology, and ethics. However,…

23 Best Gifts for Real Estate Agents 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on May 6, 2019 | Real Estate, Real Estate Careers, Tip List | Comments (0)

Gifts for real estate agents are given by buyers or sellers primarily to show appreciation for the services of their agent. Common gifts include custom food baskets, decor, and technology, but there are many to consider. To help you in your search, we found 23 real estate agent gifts that fit every budget. Here are…

How to Become a Real Estate Appraiser in 7 Steps

By Kiah Treece on May 3, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (3)

A real estate appraiser estimates the market value of commercial or residential property. The requirements for becoming an appraiser differ by state, but national requirements dictate that candidates must have college-level education, complete prelicensing courses, acquire industry experience, and pass the appraiser exam. Visit your state’s licensing board to confirm state-specific requirements. Becoming a real…

6 Best Home Inspector Training Schools 2019

By Kiah Treece on May 1, 2019 | Buyers Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (0)

Home inspector training varies by state but generally includes online courses and field training for inspecting structures, mechanicals, and other parts of residential properties. We compared dozens of home inspection training programs and identified the six best options—including the best overall—based on factors like price, course availability and format, customer support, and student reviews. Top…