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What do you think it takes to become a successful Real Estate Agent?

So, let me start off by explaining to you my situation. As of right now I am 17 years old. I am fixing to graduate high school a year early and graduate my associates degree in business management from being a concurrent student at the local community college. I have had the privileged of growing up around my mother whom owned her own office supply company until she retired about 4 years ago. In my opinion I have excelled in school a lot faster and more successfully then others. Now to my question. In September when I turn 18 I plan on going to Real Estate school and obtaining my required 45-clock hours so that I can test for my license. I understand that when it comes to real estate, especially when you are brand new and as young as I am.. the flow of an income is slow if not non existent for awhile. The upper hand I have is my mom is willing to support me through the first few years, that way any money I do make I will put away so that in the next five years I can proceed with the rest of my plan. I was just wondering what you think it takes to be a successful agent. I have always had a passion for real estate and a people person. I think I have good qualities, but I feel as if my age is a draw back. What do you think?

Public Comments

1. I'll start us off. You need to be good at listening. You need to be good at following up. I would not imagine age is an issue if you are knowledgeable about your city.
2. WOW that's great, im in the real estate field myself. it is very interesting how a 17 year old would want to pursue career in real estate. Well, this type of business can be extremely frustrating and overwhelming but can be VERY rewarding SERIOUSLY!!! Im only 20 years of age and im averaging 7k a month. One piece of advice, don't give up on it, real estate always changes so you have to adapt to it every time. and remember one thing, there is no limit in how much you make in real estate. i love my job, i mean my career. lol. do you know anyone that can say that about there employment? dont think so good luck