(may 19, 2020)

Real estate salespeople, and other licensees who are required to work for and under the umbrella of a designated broker, are often referred to as real estate agents.

In legal language, the term "agent" refers to the strictly defined relationship between a real estate salesperson and the buyers and sellers with whom he or she conducts business. An agent is an individual who is authorized and consents to represent the interests of another person.

As an agent, you act to assist people through the process of buying, selling and renting land, homes and other properties.

In addition to meeting licensing requirements and having a comprehensive understanding of pertinent real estate laws, real estate agents have a long list of responsibilities. Real estate agents typically do the following:
 

    Advise clients on mortgages, market conditions and pricing

    Advise sellers on how they can make their homes more attractive to buyers

    Compare properties to determine fair and competitive market prices

    Generate lists of appropriate properties for buyers based on their price range and needs

    Guide buyers and sellers through the transaction process

    Manage lists of contacts

    Mediate negotiations between buyers and sellers

    Prepare and submit all required paperwork, including various contracts

    Present all purchase offers to sellers for consideration

    Promote properties through advertising, listing services (such as MLS) and open houses

    Show properties to prospective buyers   

    Solicit potential clients to buy, sell and rent properties

    Stay current with real estate laws and trends
    Work nights and/or weekends to accommodate clients' needs

Here, we take a look at a few considerations that will help you fulfill your agent responsibilities, while advancing your career as a real estate agent.

article and  texts courtesy by :   Jean Folger