Real estate sales can be very lucrative and rewarding career. Real estate salespeople are typically independent contractors, and as a result, enjoy the freedom of being their own boss with the guidance and support of their broker or manager. As a real estate salesperson, you will have a great deal of flexibility, the opportunity to work with and meet many interesting people and enjoy a variety of activities in your work. Your income potential is very high with many agents enjoying six figure incomes and actually employing assistants.
Successful agents come from all sorts of backgrounds, education and experience.
Prior professions of some of the industries top producers include teachers, nurses, homemakers, engineers, bartenders, waitresses, bankers, etc. The key to your success in real estate is not so much in your past experiences, as it is your future plans. The first step is to sign up for the New York State required 45-Hour Real Estate licensing Course .