It's week 3 of this adventure in real estate, and I think I'm finally getting in the groove. I think.
I've managed to get my first listing for $410,000 (not too shabby if I do say so myself). Time management has been a doozy though, but I suppose that's to be expected. I've definitely learned a lot about myself and how far I can stretch myself across the figurative world. For a career change, it's definitely challenged me in more ways than I expected.
My positivity has definitely taken turn for the better, which is always good. I never imagined an industry like real estate would affect so many things in my life. From my mood, outlook on life, critical thinking, and most importantly: my hustle. I'm very optimistic with the direction my life is headed.
On a less sentimental note: being a hermit is so impossible to do with this job. I miss my cozy blankie and barricading myself from the world like the shut in I am. But I must do it for the grind.
btw: check me out
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Thursday, November 12, 2015
The Art of Being a New Agent; As Told by a New Agent
If you've ever done real estate (or have tried), you know how testing it can be. The idea of being an agent is a lot simpler than actually BEING an agent. Everyone thinks, "OOOHHH, I'm gonna be SOOO rich."
lol. yeah. okay.
The 5 things I've learned so far in week 2 of this pursuit of happiness are as followed:
1. I'm poor. Like super, unrealistically, undeniably poor. Getting your license may be a quick alternative to a degree, but it definitely comes with a price. Literally. Be prepared to dish out $$$. I got lucky enough to sign on with a brokerage that understands the undeniable lack of money that comes with starting in the bizz, so thankfully they work with me and my empty wallet.
2. The feeling of being overwhelmed strikes me a lot more often than it had before. Between remembering acronyms (if you work in the industry, you know), finding that thin line between what's legal and what's not, and trying to balance life with this huge new change. And if you're anything like me, I HAVE to be the best at what I do, and so I probably take everything that I learn waayyy too seriously.
3. There's a strange grey area that they forget to tell you about in your classes for when you first start out called "wtf do I do now?" Like I said before, I'm lucky enough to be with a brokerage that's family owned and understands the importance of pointing new agents in the right direction. But there are still times when I'm not really sure what to do with my hands. So for all you newbies out there: GO DO SOME RESEARCH. Watch videos, read articles, follow blogs, ASK QUESTIONS, about wth you should do your first month of being a licensed agent. You seriously won't regret it.
4. KNOW YOUR GOALS. I can't express this one enough. Know what you want to do, what direction you want to head now that you're a licenced agent. Do you want to make this a full time career? Is this something you want to do for the rest of your life? How much do you want to sell in your first year (to the cent)? Do you think you're motivated enough to make it as a luxury agent? Ask yourself these questions then WRITE THEM DOWN. Be as specific as you can be with your goals, and constantly read them over every week. Motivation is the key to success in this business.
5. Last, but most definitely not least: Excitement. My first couple weeks of being an agent have been the most exciting, thrilling, and inspiring 2 weeks of my life. Coming from a lower income family and seeing all of these possibilities within my reach is one of the biggest driving forces for me. So if you're going to learn anything within your first couple weeks of this business, it's to just be excited! Be thankful. Be motivated. Be positive.
Be a doll and check out our website #indyhomeshop
http://www.indyhomeshop.com
lol. yeah. okay.
The 5 things I've learned so far in week 2 of this pursuit of happiness are as followed:
1. I'm poor. Like super, unrealistically, undeniably poor. Getting your license may be a quick alternative to a degree, but it definitely comes with a price. Literally. Be prepared to dish out $$$. I got lucky enough to sign on with a brokerage that understands the undeniable lack of money that comes with starting in the bizz, so thankfully they work with me and my empty wallet.
2. The feeling of being overwhelmed strikes me a lot more often than it had before. Between remembering acronyms (if you work in the industry, you know), finding that thin line between what's legal and what's not, and trying to balance life with this huge new change. And if you're anything like me, I HAVE to be the best at what I do, and so I probably take everything that I learn waayyy too seriously.
3. There's a strange grey area that they forget to tell you about in your classes for when you first start out called "wtf do I do now?" Like I said before, I'm lucky enough to be with a brokerage that's family owned and understands the importance of pointing new agents in the right direction. But there are still times when I'm not really sure what to do with my hands. So for all you newbies out there: GO DO SOME RESEARCH. Watch videos, read articles, follow blogs, ASK QUESTIONS, about wth you should do your first month of being a licensed agent. You seriously won't regret it.
4. KNOW YOUR GOALS. I can't express this one enough. Know what you want to do, what direction you want to head now that you're a licenced agent. Do you want to make this a full time career? Is this something you want to do for the rest of your life? How much do you want to sell in your first year (to the cent)? Do you think you're motivated enough to make it as a luxury agent? Ask yourself these questions then WRITE THEM DOWN. Be as specific as you can be with your goals, and constantly read them over every week. Motivation is the key to success in this business.
5. Last, but most definitely not least: Excitement. My first couple weeks of being an agent have been the most exciting, thrilling, and inspiring 2 weeks of my life. Coming from a lower income family and seeing all of these possibilities within my reach is one of the biggest driving forces for me. So if you're going to learn anything within your first couple weeks of this business, it's to just be excited! Be thankful. Be motivated. Be positive.
Be a doll and check out our website #indyhomeshop
http://www.indyhomeshop.com
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