Looking to get your real estate license and start a new career? Here is what Paul Hartke, Broker and Instructor has to say:
Many of you are looking at changing from another profession to a part- or full-time real estate career. I was in such a situation many years ago. After practicing law for 15 years, I moved on to a rewarding career as a real estate agent, real estate broker, real estate company co-owner, and finally internet-based real estate school instructor. I have never regretted my career change for a moment.
Few people can afford to drop everything and go back to school. Our online real estate license course offered through Act Web Real Estate School provides you the ability to take your courses anytime, from anywhere, working within your busy schedule.
To read more about getting your real estate license, visit our Virginia Real Estate License page. Here is an idea of what it costs to get started:
What does it take to begin a Real Estate Career in Virginia?
Principles of Real Estate course - $179 - $239 depending on school
PSI exam - $60
Fingerprinting/background check - $65
DPOR Real Estate Board application - $170
Northern Virginia Association of Realtors® - $830.50
MLS membership - $260
How much can I expect to earn as a licensed real estate salesperson?
Commission based sales job - you get out of it what you put in to it.
In one transaction easily make back the above start-up costs
You are an Independent Contractor working under the supervision and assistance of a Broker
