Congratulations!

You have yourself a Real Estate license! It’s official: you are now a Real Estate agent.

So, what are the next steps?

By now, you’ve learnt all the processes, regulations, and legalities you are now ready to take your first steps into your new career. And that is awesome.

We know there are questions without definitive answers right now. We’re here to help! Here is a little bit of insight on how to build rapport in your new field.

Question 1: Can I work without joining a brokerage?

No, you need to work under a brokerage. Only a real estate broker (one step after becoming a Real Estate agent) can work autonomously and only a Real Estate broker can hire Real Estate agents to support them.
This also gives you the opportunity to learn with more experienced professionals which could be a real plus. Open your mind to new knowledge and try to use this in your favour.

Question 2: Who can help me build prospects?

That’s easy! Family and friends will be your first network. Phone, e-mail, online chat, face-to-face, here you are free to choose the best way to communicate. Write down a list of all the people you know, family, friends, former co-workers, etc. Tell them you are now in the Real Estate business and are looking for new clients.

Question 3: Can I use my personal Social Media?

A BIG YES!

If you want to optimize your channel, create a LinkedIn account or update your professional status. An effective way to start your network using Social Channels is by producing organic content. Show your face, share your professional status. Let everyone know that you are a Real Estate Agent.

Question 4:  What is the best hour to work?

There is no one size fits all answer to this. The key is understanding your prospects and optimizing your strategy with each day. Schedule your days and get in touch with prospects within their quiet hours.

We hope that these tips are helpful in your new routine. We know that it is all new for you, and, sometimes, it can be hard to organize and prioritize everything early in your career.

Our final takeaways:

1-     Don’t always focus on selling. Remember: you need to expand your network and build relationships.

2-     Develop short and long term goals. Be realistic with these goals.

3-      Use digital tools to help you.

4-     Meet new people. Let people know you’re a Real Estate agent – build relationships.