Real estate license reciprocity gives licensed agents the opportunity to secure a license in a new state without completing all licensing requirements. Real estate portability lets out-of-state agents conduct transactions within specific states, based on local laws. To help agents understand both of these, we compiled license reciprocity and portability rules for all 50 states….
6 Best Home Inspector Training Schools
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. How…
6 Best Online Real Estate Appraiser Training Providers
Real estate appraiser training teaches you how to determine the value of property according to state and national guidelines in preparation for the appraiser licensing exam. We considered dozens of online appraisal classes and picked the six best—including the best overall—based on pricing, geographic availability, format, and platform ease of use. Real estate appraiser classes…
6 Best California Real Estate Exam Prep Providers
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 based on the cost, money-back guarantee, study materials, and other important criteria. How We Evaluated California Real Estate Exam Prep…
6 Best Texas Real Estate Exam Prep Providers
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….
How to Choose a Real Estate Company to Work For
In the first year of your real estate agent career, you may notice that a large portion of agents leave your real estate company. While many agents don’t stay with their first brokerage very long, that is likely because they chose the wrong one to begin with. When you’re deciding how to choose a real…
20 Key Questions to Ask a Real Estate Broker When Interviewing
The majority of states mandate that agents must find a sponsoring broker in order to conduct real estate transactions. However, it is important not to rush the selection process, as the firm you choose plays a role in your success. Therefore, we’ve compiled 20 key questions for real estate agents to ask when interviewing brokers…
Real Estate Exam Prep: Ace Your Real Estate Test
The real estate exam is a test covering state-specific and national real estate topics; it is a required part of licensure. To pass this test, students should engage in thorough real estate exam prep, including practice exams, prep courses, and learning pro tips and best practices to increase confidence. Sample Real Estate Exam Prep Questions…
7 Ways to Become Successful in Real Estate
Crushing it in real estate can bring professional and financial rewards beyond what many imagine, but the journey there is often a mystery. By joining the right brokerage, choosing effective technology, creating an effective online brand and other strategies, we’ll show you practical steps you can take to get there. Going from zero to hero…
How to Become a Real Estate Agent
A real estate agent is someone legally licensed to represent buyers and sellers in property transactions. While the specific licensing criteria differ by state, to become a real estate agent, you must meet state requirements, complete prelicensing classes, pass the exam, find a sponsoring broker, and submit an application to the state real estate board….
How to Renew Your Real Estate License
In order to continue to act as a real estate agent or broker, you must periodically renew your real estate license by your state’s deadline. Each state has different renewal rules, so be sure to determine your state’s specific requirements and complete continuing education classes before submitting paperwork to complete your real estate license renewal….
Top 13 Real Estate Certifications & Designations 2020
Real estate certifications are specializations agents and other real estate professionals can earn from real estate organizations. Agents and brokers can expand their expertise and grow their business by choosing certifications and designations consistent with their professional niche. Generally, applicants must meet education and experience requirements to earn real estate designations. Popular real estate certifications…