Is being a real estate broker a good fit for you?
Runs a real estate office or works for a property firm, overseeing property deals. May also sell or rent properties and arrange loans.
What the work involves
- Gets property owners to agree to list their property for sale with a real estate firm.
- Sells property owned by others for a fee.
- Compares a property with similar ones that recently sold to work out a fair market price.
- Acts as go-between for buyers and sellers in negotiating prices and settlement details until the sale is complete.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be persuading and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a real estate broker is one of yours.
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