I have been doing some research on the various residential real estate firms out there pertaining to starting my career as a real estate agent. I’m looking at the Chandler, AZ area; near Phoenix and some of the firms i’ve noticed there are Keller Williams, Remax, Coldwell Banker, and Realty Executives. I really know that area well and enjoy it there. KW seems to have a solid program for new agents but what about the others, does one have a better repuatation than another in terms of helping new agents getting started? How about the pay structure? Do any firms offer group benefit plans? Which is best/worst for "office" fees? As a new agent, given the current state of the economy, what number of sales can a new realtor expect in their first year or what can they expect to "take-home" in their first year on average?
Also, I’m thinking of eventually getting my broker’s license after 2-3 years and say for example I start out with Coldwell Banker but end up franchising as a part of Remax, is this normal? Once I would start my own franchise, I assume i’m the only realtor there until I hire others and build it up? Do the franchiser’s assist in building the new franchise with staff support/agents? On average, how much capital does it take to start your own franchise?
I’ve got plenty of questions and any and ALL of your input is greatly appreciated!!
Its a VERY tough business and don’t expect other agents even in your own office to be much help. Interview several managers in the different firms in your locale and see how much "hand-holding" and education they provide. Bigger firms put out the large advertisements and you don’t have to pay for it if you get a listing. Advertising can take a big chunk out of your gross pay. There are lots of other costs associated with being a realtor…ask your manager for the details. Don’t expect to make big money for awhile. I know many agents who barely make one or two sales a year the first year or two. Depends on your area and how many other agents there are. The ones who have stuck it out throughout the various real estate markets are usually the ones who get the real $$$. You may consider getting on a team with a seasoned agent and do the "schlep" work and get some experience that way. You shadow them and see how they get the listings and buyers. Good Luck!
First time going there. I don’t get out much.
That totally depends on what you are looking for and price range. There are big, huge properties and smaller ones that are cheaper but further from the main area.
You can check below for a general map of Laughlin and the hotels so you can choose if you’d rather be on the main "strip" or willing to deal with traveling to it:
http://www.laughlin-nv.com/laughlin-nevada-map.htm
ive heard many claims that that place is haunted. when i was highschool we used to drive out there and party weird things would happen and the air always felt dense. I remember one time i saw a faint white figure walking around there too. Im not crazy, i know what i saw. anything helps, thanks !
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This book sounds like it might help you
ive heard many claims that that place is haunted. when i was highschool we used to drive out there and party weird things would happen and the air always felt dense. I remember one time i saw a faint white figure walking around there too. Im not crazy, i know what i saw. anything helps, thanks !
http://www.smallmountainbooks.com/biography.html
This book sounds like it might help you
i.e. Jumping off the London Bridge in Lake Havasu, AZ.
They would get permits to do that sort of stuff as it would all need to be set up. Something that could not safely be done without permission
well i’ve been looking all over the internet and have had no luck finding a college with a dental assistant program in flagstaff AZ and was wondering if anyone could help???!!! Thanks
There isnt one there sorry you will have to look elsewhere
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We are planning on driving route 66 to ill..We have 3 cars with 3 couples.We are planning on march of next year…Does this sound like something you,d do?
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driving route 66
i’m just looking for the cheapest shuttle or bus or taxi, whatever to get to my grandpa in williams thx!
Post on Craigslist under ridesharing. Otherwise Greyhound
My husband and I are planning to drive Route 66 in Oct 2010, how many days should we allow as we want to see everything and go to Roswell as well.
We drove from Chicago to St.Louis on route 66 just last week. That section took 2 days, but we stopped at all of the goofy attractions along the way. 66 runs adjacent to an interstate almost the entire length so you can hope on a highway when things get boring. It was a great time, just don’t get in a hurry. Roadside America has a big list of the different attractions along the way. Have fun!!