How To Become a Real Estate Broker

What degree do you need

One of the most common questions that we always get is what major or degree do I need to become Real Estate Brokers or what courses do I need to take.

We also asked Real Estate Brokers what did they major in college or university and here are the top 5 most popular majors that came up.

Real estate brokers and sales agents need at least a high school diploma.

How hard is it

You may need some previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience to be a Real Estate Broker. For example, an electrician must complete three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

Careers in this difficulty category will usually need 1 or 2 years of on-the-job training and informal training with experienced workers. These careers usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Similar careers include hydroelectric production managers, travel agents, electricians, court reporters, and medical assistants.

License and certifications

In all states and the District of Columbia, real estate brokers must be licensed. Licensing requirements vary by state. To obtain a broker’s license, individuals typically need 1 to 3 years of experience as a licensed sales agent. In some states, a bachelor’s degree may be substituted in place of some experience or training requirements.

Skills required

We asked other Real Estate Brokers if they could only have 5 skills, what would they be. Here is what they said.

Knowledge required

Just like any other job, you will need certain know-hows to excel at your job. Real Estate Brokers are generally very knowledgeable in these 5 key areas.

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