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« Reply #15 on: April 19, 2009, 05:24:07 AM » |
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JA: Yep, born & raised here...LOVE working in such a beautiful area!
Lois: YOU choose the brokerage...take your time and decide what YOU want...how they can help YOU!
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« Reply #16 on: April 19, 2009, 07:12:39 AM » |
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Lois, I will get laughed off the forum for making this suggestion... I took a "distance learning course" by computer (oh Gawd!)...written no doubt by a team of lawyers. I invested in The "Dummies" book about passing the real estate exam. The book is written with humor and certain explanations, said in different words click where other author's or teacher's words don't. This is one of many reasons why Jennifer's works speak to me. They have humor and are conversationally written. It is a thought...but "Rainman the REALTOR" is my title  . |
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« Reply #17 on: April 24, 2009, 02:43:43 PM » |
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Thanks Jen. I'll check it out. By the way I feel a lot smarter than before. I find if I take my practice exams over and over again, like I am supposed to, it helps to boost my confidence.
What a nice group of people here. I appreciate the encouragement.
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« Reply #18 on: May 17, 2009, 09:09:05 PM » |
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I passed my test last week!  I am in California and you don't find out if you passed right away. It was a little frustrating to wait 3 days. We are so used to finding things out right away. Anyway, I am so happy I passed. This week I am going to make apppointments with a few firms to see which one I want to join. I want to do this full time, but I have another business that is keeping me afloat while I ramp the new business up. I have a feeling I will be working hard at both businesses for awhile. |
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« Reply #19 on: May 18, 2009, 04:22:14 AM » |
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CONGRATS LOIS!!!!!
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« Reply #20 on: June 23, 2009, 05:30:28 AM » |
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Hello, all!
I'm wrapping up my classes and will be passing the exam very soon! (In New Jersey!)
The Real Estate Salesperson exam, that is!
However, I will be working Part Time, since I have a full time job, which I guess puts another monkey wrench in things.
I figured, if I put in my learning time now, when I retire from my full time job, I will be experienced enough and have enough contacts by the time I retire in 8 years to be successful.
It will be interesting to see how I balance the two and learn at the same time!
By the way, did anyone of you try contacting successful real estate agents/brokers in your local neighborhood for advice?
Well, I did by email and let me tell you -- Boy, did I get the cold shoulder!
Not one of them responded to me or even acknowledged they got my email!
I'm so happy to be a part of this caring forum! I am a perfectionist at heart and feel I fit right in already!
Wish me luck!
Diana
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« Reply #21 on: June 23, 2009, 01:46:07 PM » |
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Welcome Diana!!!!!
Great question about whether or not anyone else tried to contact agents in their area for advice... anyone?
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« Reply #22 on: June 23, 2009, 05:43:37 PM » |
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Ooops! I "spoke" too soon! I have to correct my previous post.
I actually was contacted via phone by one real estate agent who has been in the field for 13 years!
She said she was flattered that I wanted her opinion and that's why she contacted me. I also found out that she participates in a program for neglected children. That's when I knew she was one of us: "Selling with Soul"!
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« Reply #23 on: June 24, 2009, 05:05:18 PM » |
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Congratulations Lois!
The type of communication you received will be your best ally in starting a new career. It seems as though the really soulfilled agents are not afraid of competition like the sharks and top producers who see you as a threat rather than an ally. There is plenty of business to go around and nothing to fear. Just be yourself and appreciate all the good feedback you get...ignore the rest.
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« Reply #24 on: July 08, 2009, 04:05:59 PM » |
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OMG! I passed the Real Estate Salesperson exam!
Now I have to find an "employer" in New Jersey.
Any suggestions for a Rookie that will be working part time on which type of company I should go with?
I know that the main thing I will be looking for is training, since I don't have any. But any other suggestions for me on interviewing brokers and what type of questions I should ask?
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« Reply #25 on: July 09, 2009, 10:29:39 PM » |
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I am an agent with Coldwell Banker Hearthside...we have many offices in PA and one in Frenchtown, NJ. I am very happy with CB...their training is next to none. I am a coach for new agents and can tell you that you will never be alone! I have worked for small boutique firms when the market was faster and it was fine; now I am happy to be with a large corporate brand and a franchise that is still growing in spite of the economy. Good Luck! Take all the time you need to interview the companies to see which one deserves you!!!
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