Are you self confident and goal oriented? Do you like the idea of leading others? If so, a career as a California real estate broker might be the right fit for you.
Advance your real estate career by becoming a broker. Enroll in a comprehensive broker training program and get the skills and credentials to run your own real estate office. Additional opportunities include: employment within national franchises, banks, lenders, as well as government agencies.
What's the difference between a real estate salesperson and a broker? A salesperson and broker perform many of the same tasks, but as a broker, you are authorized to open and run a real estate agency. This means that you have the authority to start your own independent office and hire real estate salespeople. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the business.
The Benefits of a Broker License
- Advance your real estate career
- Assume a management role
- Lead other people
- Gain valuable work experience
- Succeed in a rewarding and lucrative profession
Get the education and experience you need to move your career forward. If you are ready for the next challenge, enroll in a convenient online California real estate broker course today.
Allied Real Estate School, www.brokerlicense.com
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Attention California real estate agents - check this out. Realtor.com reported a 29% month-over-month increase in July website traffic. In fact, various U.S. cities experienced significant year-over-year percentage increases in July consumer searches, with California's Stockton-Lodi community topping the list with a 140.9% increase.
Of the top ten cities with the greatest July year-over-year search increases, six were in California! Here's a look at the top ten cities based on year-over-year July search increases:
Metro Area
1. Stockton-Lodi, CA - 140.9%
2. Las Vegas, NV - 93.9%
3. Riverside-San Bernardino, CA - 86.3%
4. Oakland, CA - 73.6%
5. San Jose, CA - 71.4%
6. Fort Myers-Cape Coral, FL - 69.5%
7. Naples, FL - 66.2%
8. Sacramento, CA - 65.0%
9. Orange County, CA - 62.8%
10. Miami, Fl - 56.7%
So what does this mean? Homebuyers are taking action and California is on their most wanted list. Prepare for the next market upswing by putting your leadership skills to good use - get your California real estate broker license now. Your expertise will encourage other real estate professionals to facilitate the 2008 Housing Stimulus Bill by converting potential buyers into homeowners. Why not take your real estate career to a higher level? Enjoy greater income stability, reinvigorate yourself with the new challenges you crave and help push California into a brighter real estate market phase.
By Danielle Macklin, Allied Schools, www.brokerlicense.com
Labels: California Real Estate Agent, Realtor
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In Orange County, California, real estate brokers have a reason to smile. July home sales in Orange County rose 17 percent compared to one year ago.
According to DataQuick, July's home sales included 2,799 new homes, condos and existing single family residences. This is good news, especially since the last time Orange County home sales exceeded the 2007 pace was September of 2005.
DataQuick also reported a sales increase in 49 of Orange County's 83 zip codes. Sales are up 215 percent alone in south Santa Ana's 92707, better known to some as South Coast Metro.
The rise in home sales may be attributed to the drop in home prices and the $7,500 first time homebuyer tax credit included in Bush's new housing bill.
As more buyers enter the market, the demand for real estate professionals will increase. And now is the perfect time to enhance your real estate career by getting your real estate broker license. Enroll in an online broker license course, expand your expertise in your free time and play a vital role in turing homeownership dreams into reality.
By Danielle Macklin, Allied Real Estate School, www.brokerlicense.com
Labels: Broker, Orange County Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Broker
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With a softer dollar and lower home prices, the United States is drawing international buyers in a big way. According to the 2008 NAR Profile of International Home Buying Activity, between 150,000 and 190,000 homes were sold to international buyers between May 2007 and May 2008. Here are some highlights from NAR's report:
- International buyers purchased properties in every U.S. state
- States most popular with international buyers: Florida, California and Texas
- Four in 10 international buyers paid for their home in cash
- Over 14% of properties sold to international buyers sold in excess of $750,000
- Canadian buyers doubled from 11% in 2007 to 23.05% in 2008
- Of the realtors surveyed by NAR, 26% served international clients in the past year
What does this mean for U.S real estate agents? If you haven't already, broaden your horizons and start thinking globally, not just locally. If your farm isn't providing the business it used to, why not try something new? Use the Internet to start networking and marketing to this new stream of eager buyers. You just might find yourself a new, comfortable niche.
By Danielle Macklin, Allied Schools, www.brokerlicense.com
Labels: Real Estate Broker
more>>Posted by Danielle Macklin @ 4:15 PM • 0 comments
On July 30, 2008, Bush signed the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 to help stabilize financial markets. This measure is regarded as the most significant housing legislation in decades.
The bill may provide mortgage relief to overextended homeowners, offer first-time homebuyers with tax credits up to $7,500, plus low income housing tax credits will make rental housing more affordable.
So, what does this all mean?
Mortgage relief is a positive step towards fewer foreclosures. With a decreased number of homes on the market and an increased demand from buyers with tax credits, the real estate market is on the upswing.
According to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, "this legislation will help strengthen the housing market and create jobs."
As more buyers enter the market, the demand for real estate professionals, brokers, appraisers and home inspectors will increase. And now is the perfect time to prepare for a real estate career. Trained real estate professionals will play an important role in facilitating the housing bill, but turning homeownership dreams into reality will be the most fulfilling part of this career choice.
By Danielle Macklin, Allied Real Estate School, www.brokerlicense.com
Labels: Real Estate
more>>Posted by Danielle Macklin @ 8:22 AM • 0 comments
Need incentive to get your California real estate broker license? From July 28 through August 1, Allied Real Estate School is offering broker licensing courses for only $58 - books included! Plus, you can take the courses online. Pursue your broker career when it's most convenient for you! Why wait? Call 888-751-2286 to enroll today!
By Danielle Macklin, Allied Real Estate School, www.brokerlicense.com
Labels: California Real Estate Broker, California Real Estate Broker License
more>>Posted by Danielle Macklin @ 9:32 AM • 0 comments
As a real estate broker, is there anything better than free advertising that reaches over a million people? We're not talking about print advertising here, but online - which is where the vast majority of home buyers begin their home search. Websites like Zillow.com and Trulia.com are making it possible via free bulk data feeds.
Advertising is costly. Taking advantage of bulk data feeds is not. Basically, a feed is an easy way to automatically drive your listings to participating websites. Take the Zillow Listings Feed Program for example - this free service allows brokerages to reach a much broader audience. So, whether you just received your real estate broker license or you're a manager coaching a team of agents - this technology benefits all.
The bulk data feed technology is continually improving. For example, on July 23, 2008, Zillow.com announced an expansion in the total for-sale listings on their site. Zillow sends interested home buyers back to the websites of their partner brokerages, so bulk data feed technology provides another stream of potential leads.
Brokerages can take advantage of a variety of bulk data feeds, like OpenHouse.com, which targets consumers searching for open houses. New feeds are popping up on a regular basis, so pay attention, evaluate your options, and if you locate a good fit, test it out. Though not all feeds may be free, most provide viable, cost-effective advertising solutions.
By Danielle Macklin, Allied Real Estate School, www.brokerlicense.com
Labels: Real Estate Broker
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