​One of the decisions you will be faced with as a real estate agent is whether you will take a generalist approach to the business or choose a specialty – a niche. At first glance, doing the latter may seem counterintuitive as you are, by definition, narrowing your focus to a smaller segment of the larger market in order to grow your business. But, as many a top producing real estate agent will tell you, picking a niche can be a smart and lucrative marketing strategy. 

Some of the Benefits:

​1. Helps Set You Apart
​Whether you choose a specific location, property type, client category or other niche, you are declaring what makes you different from the sea of other agents in your market area who pretty much do the same thing. Versus blending in with the crowd, you stand out – and in a good way! 

2. Enhances Credibility and Trust
​When you jump in and become a guru in a niche, you establish yourself as the resident expert in that area. This gives you credibility within your niche market. And that credibility helps you build client trust, which is essential to your success. Consumers value experts and they are more likely to choose you as their real estate agent when they trust your knowledge and expertise. 
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​3. Simplifies Your Marketing
​Once you identify your niche, you get clearer on who your ideal client is, and that understanding helps you find the most effective opportunities for marketing to them. It’s also easier to define your value proposition and tailor your message to appeal to those who are most likely to hire you. As an added bonus, you may also reduce marketing costs as you don’t have to spread as wide of a net

4. Helps you get found 
​As a niche agent, you can optimize your website with content and keywords that put you in front of prospects searching online for someone with your specific expertise. Creating pertinent content for social media channels as well can get you noticed by potential clients outside of your website and other marketing efforts. In short, you can get increased visibility in front of the right people. 

5. Increases Referrals
​Being known as the go-to agent for a specific market not only results in clients seeking you out. It also makes it more obvious what type of client others should refer to you, and that can result in people sending more business your way. Also, because your past/existing clients likely associate with “birds of a feather” – who also fit your niche – you can tap into a loyal referral source.

A Few Helpful Hints:
If you do decide to carve out a niche, here are some tips.

1. Keep in mind that not all niches are created equal. Do your homework before you settle on your choice. Consider the competition and earning potential for the option you’re looking at, and whether it is lucrative enough for you to meet your income goals.

2. Pinpoint your passion and consider what niche is best suited for your strong suits. For example, do you enjoy and are you especially good at working with a specific client type such as first-time buyers or seniors? Are you well connected in particular geographic areas like up-andcoming or high-turnover neighborhoods? What’s your success in working with certain property types like luxury residences, green homes, or short sale homes? There’s a niche for most every interest. So, get creative and think outside the box.

​3. Consider taking continuing education courses or getting certified in your niche area. Look into what educational opportunities are out there, including continuing education courses offered by the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate. Our courses are online. So, you can work them into your busy schedule; take them anywhere, anytime.

It takes time and effort to build strong client relationships, and it’s not always easy. As you can well imagine, though, it is critically important that you do so when you are in the real estate business. The reason is simple. Quality relationships can strengthen your reputation and help you generate referrals and repeat business, both of which are key to your success. A case in point: The National Association of Realtors recently reported that 39 percent of sellers who used an agent went with one who was referred to them, and 24 percent used the agent they had previously worked with.

So, what are some things you can do to build enduring, fruitful client relationships?
 

​1 – Don’t be all business all the time.
Yes, you’re building business relationships with your clients and that should be where you focus your attention. But, don’t neglect to build a personal bond too. Strong relationships are built on genuine connections. The more clients relate to you as a person, and not just as an agent, the easier it is to build trust. You don’t have to become best buddies, but getting to know clients better, being personal when the time is fitting, and paying attention to little details like remembering special occasions and acknowledging milestones all help you to nurture relationships.

​2 – Make communication easy, and a priority.
As in any other relationship, communication is pivotal to connecting with clients. Start off on the right foot by finding out how they prefer to be contacted, regularly checking in even if there are no updates, and keeping them in the loop when developments do occur. Also, let clients know the best way to reach you so it’s easy for them to do so. And, stay connected after the transaction, providing useful information that positions you as a trusted adviser. 

​3 – Embrace your role as a trusted resource.
It’s a no-brainer. The more value you offer, the more likely it is that you’ll get repeat clients and that they will, in turn, refer you to others. So, take your role of go-to expert seriously. Keep up with the latest trends and developments in the industry. Add to your skills and knowledge and keep both up to date through avenues like continuing education, such as the convenient online courses offered by the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate. Know your local market inside and out. And, demonstrate your expertise by providing helpful resources like informative blogs and email campaigns. 

​4 – Show appreciation.
When clients know that they are appreciated they are more likely to be loyal to you when they need real estate services again in the future and to pass your name along to others who are looking for a real estate agent. Therefore, say and show thanks (with no strings attached of course). For example, send a handwritten note following closing or give a housewarming gift, or do both. Make a quick thank-you call when they send referrals your way. And consider hosting client appreciation events like a picnic, movie night at a local theater, a wine tasting or a garden party.

​5 – Leverage CRM technology to enhance your efforts.
Pairing personal relationship-building efforts with customer relationship management software helps you to better manage client interactions and more easily foster relationships. For instance, using CRM software, you can automate and fine-tune follow up; build out client profiles with relationship-building info like anniversaries, birthdays, holidays celebrated, and the like; personalize your marketing and services using intel you’ve collected; and set up a plan for a series of purposeful, valued contacts with past clients.

​Wrap-up: Whatever efforts you make to cultivate client relationships, be sure to concentrate on building trust, being consistently responsive, providing value, and delivering stellar service and results. As well, use your knowledge and expertise to inform and educate. This all makes it easy for clients to reward you with long-term loyalty and to recommend you to others.

Picking the firm where you will launch your real estate career is a big deal. You will be learning your craft and building your business, and the brokerage you work for will play a major part in how successful you are at that. Therefore, it follows that it’s crucial to pick the “right” firm.
 
So, the question is: What are some things that are helpful to do (or not to do) when choosing where you will first hang your license? Read on for 10 tips.

1. Narrow your search by company type.
​From national franchises to local independent firms and large traditional brokerages to specialized boutique firms, there are many different routes to take when it comes to real estate offices. It can be to your benefit to take a beat to compare the various options and decide which one is the best fit for you. Then, focus your search to make it more manageable. 

2. Confirm you’ll get the training you need to succeed.
​Yes, you learned a lot in the pre-license course. And before your first year comes and goes, you add to that knowledge with the post-license course (which is conveniently offered online by the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate). But, as you get your feet wet in the business, you’ll find that few things help as much as a solid training program and real-world guidance. As you talk to brokers ask what training is available and whether it’s free, structured or informal. Also find out if there is educational content specifically for new agents and if formal mentoring is available. 

3. Don’t just look at the cheapest offices.
​No doubt about it, commission splits and fee structures are important in making your choice. As such, you may be inclined to pick the broker with the lowest fees or the split that lets you pocket the biggest share. Resist the urge, though, to primarily focus on the compensation model. Rather, balance it with aspects like support and services that will help you get your business off the ground.

4. Take note of what technology systems are available.
​Because technology continues to transform the way real estate agents do business, you can’t afford to join a firm that doesn’t offer up-to-date tech tools. Check to see what digital resources will be available to help you with lead generation and if you will have access to customer relationship management (CRM) software that facilitates marketing, contact and transaction management.

5. Get the scoop on how much office support you’ll get. 
​Administrative support can vary widely from broker to broker, even among individual offices of national franchises. So, inquire as to whether you will get help with activities like appointment setting, Multiple Listing Service (MLS) data entry, and contact database management. Getting tasks like these off your plate can free you up to focus on things that generate the most income for you

6. Research the company’s reputation.
​Think about it, when consumers are choosing who they want to work with, they look for a broker with a well-regarded reputation. It’s in your best interest to do the same. Accordingly, do your homework. Research companies online, check out any press mentions, consider what you have heard via word-of-mouth, and do some digging for poor reviews or complaints that have been filed.

7. Ask how leads and referrals are handled. 
​Once you get some experience under your belt, you’ll tend to generate your own referrals and leads. As a new agent, you’ll likely need some help. Ask brokers how they distribute inquiries from potential clients that come in through various avenues like the website, office visits, social media and calls. Are these routed by sales territory, “round robin,” agent on duty, or another method? 

8. Find out what the brokerage expects from its agents. 
​Before you say “yes,” make sure you know the broker’s expectations of you. For example, are there meetings that are mandatory to attend? Is there a minimum number of sales that you are expected to close every year? Is desk or phone duty required? If yes, how often and how many hours? Are there any required memberships? Is there a policy manual that you can look through?

9. Don’t underestimate the importance of culture. 
​When you work at a brokerage where the culture aligns well with your values, goals, style and the way you prefer to work, you’ll be happier in your real estate career. What’s more, being in a culture that suits you can have a highly positive impact on your level of engagement, your performance, and consequently your success. So, give due consideration to how well you feel you would fit in.

10. Use your head in addition to your heart. 
​While you will almost certainly have a “gut feeling” about which brokerage is the one for you, it helps to affirm that choice by pragmatically assessing how the companies on your list stack up against each other. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each firm in the areas of consideration (e.g., culture, compensation, reputation, business opportunity, technology, training, market share, etc.) and rank them in terms of how strongly they align with your ambitions, disposition and work style. Then land on a decision. You will be much more likely to choose a brokerage that turns out to be the right one for you now and for a good while to come

Once you obtain your real estate license, it’s up to you to be up to speed on renewal requirements.
And, naturally, you’ll have questions about that process. At the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate –
the oldest school of its kind in Savannah – we routinely get questions about the renewal process for
a Georgia real estate license and what that all entails. So, we thought that a quick summary of
answers to the questions most often asked would be a handy resource, especially for newer agents
as well as agents/brokers who are new to Georgia.
So here goes.

How long is my Georgia real estate license good for?
The renewal clock starts ticking with your licensure year and, whether you are an agent or a broker,
you must renew every four years after that to keep your license current. Renewal is due no later
than midnight on the last day of your birthday month in the designated year. There is no grace
period if that day falls on a holiday or weekend, so plan accordingly.

What are my options for renewing?
The quickest and easiest way to renew is via the Georgia Real Estate Commission’s online renewal
system, which is available 24/7. You also have the option to download the application from the
commission website, complete it and submit via fax, courier or snail mail, or deliver it in person.

How much does renewal cost?
The renewal fee for a salesperson is $125; the cost is the same for brokers and associate brokers. If
you renew online, you’ll get a $25 discount.

​What happens if my renewal is late?
If you don’t pay the fee by the due date, your license will lapse. Versus renewing, you’ll then need to reinstate it. You can do so online if you don’t let a year pass by. If you wait more than 12 months, you’ll have to send in a Reinstatement Application. Either way, you’ll pay a late fee.
 
How far in advance can I renew?
Your renewal window opens four months before the due date.  So, you can renew as early as 120 days out, or at any time within that window.
 
Do I have to pay the renewal fee if my license is inactive?
Yes, you do, if you want to maintain your license. If you fail to pay your renewal fee on time, your license will lapse even if it is on inactive status. Renew by the due date so that your license is current, and then when you’re ready to be active in the business again you can reactivate it.

I’m an agent renewing for the first time. What continuing education (CE) do I need?
If your license is active when you renew, you’re required to complete 36 CE hours. The Post-License course counts as nine hours toward that requirement. That leaves 27 additional hours, including a mandatory three hours in license law. The Ben Farmer School of Real Estate makes it easy for you to fulfill both elective and mandatory hours. We offer a wide range of approved CE courses that you can take online – studying at your own pace and wherever it suits you.


​Do agents and brokers have the same CE hour requirement for renewal?
Yes, the requirement is at least 36 hours of approved coursework – including the three compulsory license law hours – during each 4-year renewal period. This applies to everyone who holds an active Georgia real estate license (except grandfathered licensees). Whether you take individual courses or opt for a package of courses such as our school’s Complete CE package is up to you.
 
Can I still renew if I don’t finish my CE courses in time?
You can. And if you do, it will give you time to finish the required CE and save the expense of paying a reinstatement fee. Be aware, though, that your license will renew to inactive status and you won’t be able to conduct activities requiring a license until you complete the CE and activate your license.
 
Is it true that CE isn’t required for renewal if my license is inactive?
Yes, it is true that you don’t have to complete CE if you are maintaining your license on inactive status. This does not mean, however, that required CE hours don’t accumulate. They do, and you must finish them all before you can return to conducting business as an active licensee.
 
Still have questions? Check out the frequently asked questions section of the commission website to see if the answer you are looking for is among those included there. The commission also has Information Specialists available to provide assistance to licensees in a variety of ways. You can contact an Information Specialist via the website email form. 

Are you thinking about becoming a real estate agent for the next chapter in your life? Perhaps you are in a mid-life career slump. Or maybe your goal is a new professional adventure post-retirement. Whatever your reason, you’re far from alone in looking at real estate as an encore career. In a 2018 survey of its members, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) found that about 95% of those who responded said that they started their professional life in a career other than real estate. So, as you consider making the leap, know that you’d be joining many others from all walks of life who have made the real estate business their second-act. But before you do, it’s important to mull over the realities. Here are five questions to help you do that, including a look at the plus sides.

​1 - Can you commit to the study requirements for licensure?
​You’ll need to invest time and energy in pre-licensing education before you can take the real estate exam. In Georgia, the requirement is 75 hours of coursework at a Georgia Real Estate Commission approved school like the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate. The number of hours may not be overly onerous, but make no mistake, the complexity of the coursework and the breadth of material you must learn require serious commitment and hard work. The exam is rather difficult too. On the Plus Side: Compared to some other professions, you can complete the education requirements relatively quickly – in a manner of weeks. And at the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate, you can choose either a classroom setting (12-week course) or an online course (anytime, anywhere). We also offer a cram course to help you prepare for the exam.

​2 – Are you all set for working on straight commission?
​If you are accustomed to a regular paycheck, working on commission can be disquieting and financially challenging. There is a real possibility that it may be a while before you cash your first commission check. Meanwhile, you’ll have to cover your startup expenses and the costs of your day-to-day life. If you don’t have a nest egg put away, it could be a tough go. On the Plus Side: As the captain of your own fate, you won’t have someone else placing salary caps or raise restrictions on your earnings. Work smart, hard and consistently and the sky’s the limit.

​3 – How willing are you to trade evenings and weekends for flexibility?
​If you’re like most people, when you think of a real estate career the freedom to set your own hours comes to mind. There’s a caveat though. Your clients are likely to have regular day jobs. That means you’ll need to be available during their free time. Are you okay with working irregular hours and even some holidays in order to gain flexibility at other times? On the Plus Side: You don’t have to clock in or clock out. So, for the most part, you’ll have latitude in deciding how your days will look and in making time for hobbies you’ve put on the back burner. 

​4 – Can you call on prior experience in wearing many hats?
​As a real estate salesperson, you’ll wear a variety of hats in your daily professional life. One minute you’ll be handling marketing, sales, or business operations. The next you may be an educator, a negotiator, or scheduler. And some days, you may feel like a tour guide or a professional juggler. Depending on what you’re used to from your previous work life, it can lead to feeling overwhelmed. On the Plus Side: Every day has the potential to be a new adventure, and the work is anything but boring. You can flex the skills you already have, pick up new ones, and hone your versatility. 

5 – Are you up for dealing with a mixed bag of personalities?
​As you weigh the pros and cons of getting your real estate license, seriously consider how you feel about being in a “people business” at this particular stage of your life. You’ll encounter all kinds of personalities and decision behaviors – some more difficult than others. Are you up for the challenge or does the thought give you pause? On the Plus Side: Chances are, most of your clients will be reasonable to work with. You also get to meet lots of new people and expand your network. And, difficult clients can keep you on your toes, making you a better agent overall. 

​Real estate is a career that rewards hard work, and the work is highly rewarding. If you decide that it’s right for you, let the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate help you get started on your encore career. Just give us a call at (912) 692-1085 ext. 2 or fill out the email form on our website. We look forward to hearing from you!

Are you thinking about becoming a real estate agent for the next chapter in your life? Perhaps you are in a mid-life career slump. Or maybe your goal is a new professional adventure post-retirement.  Whatever your reason, you’re far from alone in looking at real estate as an encore career.
 
In a 2018 survey of its members, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) found that about 95% of those who responded said that they started their professional life in a career other than real estate. So, as you consider making the leap, know that you’d be joining many others from all walks of life who have made the real estate business their second-act. But before you do, it’s important to mull over the realities. Here are five questions to help you do that, including a look at the plus sides.
 
1 - Can you commit to the study requirements for licensure?
You’ll need to invest time and energy in pre-licensing education before you can take the real estate exam. In Georgia, the requirement is 75 hours of coursework at a Georgia Real Estate Commission approved school like the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate. The number of hours may not be overly onerous, but make no mistake, the complexity of the coursework and the breadth of material you must learn require serious commitment and hard work.
 
On the Plus Side: Compared to some other professions, you can complete the education requirements relatively quickly – in a manner of weeks. And at the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate, you can choose either a classroom setting (12-week course) or an online course (anytime, anywhere). We also offer a cram course to help you prepare for the exam.
 
2 – Are you all set for working on straight commission?         
If you are accustomed to a regular paycheck, working on commission can be disquieting and financially challenging. There is a real possibility that it may be a while before you cash your first commission check. Meanwhile, you’ll have to cover your startup expenses and the costs of your day-to-day life. If you don’t have a nest egg put away, it could be a tough go.
 
On the Plus Side: As the captain of your own fate, you won’t have someone else placing salary caps or raise restrictions on your earnings. Work smart, hard and consistently and the sky’s the limit.
 
3 – How willing are you to trade evenings and weekends for flexibility?  
If you’re like most people, when you think of a real estate career the freedom to set your own hours comes to mind. There’s a caveat though. Your clients are likely to have regular day jobs. That means you’ll need to be available during their free time. Are you okay with working irregular hours and even some holidays in order to gain flexibility at other times?
 
On the Plus Side: You don’t have to clock in or clock out. So, for the most part, you’ll have latitude in deciding how your days will look and in making time for hobbies you’ve put on the back burner.  
 
4 – Can you call on prior experience in wearing many hats?
As a real estate salesperson, you’ll wear a variety of hats in your daily professional life. One minute you’ll be handling marketing, sales, or business operations. The next you may be an educator, a negotiator, or scheduler. And some days, you may feel like a tour guide or a professional juggler.
Depending on what you’re used to from your previous work life, it can lead to feeling overwhelmed.
 
On the Plus Side: Every day has the potential to be a new adventure, and the work is anything but boring. You can flex the skills you already have, pick up new ones, and hone your versatility.  
 
5 – Are you up for dealing with a mixed bag of personalities?         
As you weigh the pros and cons of getting your real estate license, seriously consider how you feel about being in a “people business” at this particular stage of your life. You’ll encounter all kinds of personalities and decision behaviors – some more difficult than others.  Are you up for the challenge or does the thought give you pause?
 
On the Plus Side: Chances are, most of your clients will be reasonable to work with. You also get to meet lots of new people and expand your network. And, difficult clients can keep you on your toes, making you a better agent overall.
 
Real estate is a career that rewards hard work, and the work is highly rewarding. If you decide that it’s right for you, let the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate help you get started on your encore career. Just give us a call at (912) 692-1085 ext. 2 or fill out the email form on our website. We look forward to hearing from you!

Summertime is a lot of things to most people. For some, it means a chance of spending time with the kids and family. For others, its a great time to spend more time out of doors. But if you're looking to make your days more productive, this summer can mean something else entirely: the chance to learn something new and move towards a highly fulfilling and exciting career: real estate. The best part? You can take that first step right in the comfort of your own home!


Educate Yourself
The first step to becoming a real estate agent in Georgia is to complete the required real estate education of 75 hours. The Ben Farmer School of Real Estate offers the option to take an online pre-licensing course which would tackle everything you need to know about Real Estate Principle, Practices, and of course information about Georgia License Law. It covers the basics of ownership, transfer and use of property, real estate law, mortgage fraud, finance, contracts and other required topics for the license exam, and it also qualifies passing students to take the Georgia licensing exam. Since you can take the course online and from the comforts of your own home, you get to dictate the pace and the hours of which you study. This works great especially for full time homemakers who would like to expand their knowledge and aim for a career in real estate while still balancing their home life. Of course, if you prefer the discipline of classrooms and have a lot of time on your hands, you can always opt for their 12-week classroom sessions.


Test Your Knowledge
After completing your real estate course, you will need to take the Georgia Salesperson Licensing Exam. This sit-down examination will drill you on everything you have learned and will need to know about the core basics of Georgia real estate. Dreading this part? No need to worry. After getting trained, it pays to prep yourself as well, and the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate also provides a SMART guide to passing via their National Real Estate Exam preparatory course. The only mastery and fluency exam prep system in the market, this program was prepared after the school did a careful analysis of all of the testing formats that a real estate applicant may encounter, and is composed of the ten topics found on all of the testing service exams and many state exams. What's great about it is it also includes two 100-question practice exams: one salesperson practice exam and one broker practice exam, to ensure you get as much preparation as you can! And of course, it is available to take online at your own leisure!


Get Licensed and Ready
Once you have completed your courses and feel you have sufficiently reviewed, you can take the licensing exam. Once you have passed, you may apply for your license at the testing center and get your new calling started! Not sure where to begin? The Ben Farmer School of Real Estate also gives post-license courses that can help you find the right track.  There's Advanced Topics for New Agents, where you will find helpful topics that can help you when working with clients, including property management, BRRETA (Agency Disclosure Law) , consensual dual agency, mortgage fraud, tax benefits of home ownership and tax-free exchanges of real estate. Finance and Settlement Procedures, on the other hand, covers security instruments, primary and secondary mortgage markets, mortgage fraud, source of funds and the process of qualifying for and obtaining real estate loans. It also covers the procedures involved in settlement and practical exercises in real estate math. Once again these courses may be taken online, giving you the advantage of flexibility and time!


Make the most out of the three months of summer and take a look at what the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate has to offer! If you are ready to be more productive, contact us today and we'll be happy to help you out!

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 In the real estate industry experience goes a long way; it’s something you gain over time and something you cannot learn from real estate books and or just by reading. However, according to Julie Farmer a Broker of Live Love Savannah, investing your money to get a proper education on real estate is equally important.
You might be thinking that concepts, laws, and regulations are something that you can study on your own, and or shortcut your way to the top of the real estate world without a proper education. But, No! All top agents completed their schooling, got the proper education, and mentored by the best school, with the best teacher.

How?  The real estate school like The Ben Farmer School of Real Estate teaches the Federal Laws, Housing Regulations, Realtors Rights and Responsibilities, Home Selling and pricing, etc. They make sure that you are prepared to take the real estate licensure exam to become a realtor.
Real estate schools can provide you the concepts, theories and the experience that you can use to become one of the best in the industry. Learn from the experience of the experts, from their past, avoid their mistakes, scenarios that may come up and how to handle them, learn techniques on how to sell homes, etc.
We can definitely say that the best doctors, architects and other professionals didn’t become the best in their industry just by having the experience. They had the proper education, the greatest mentors, the right attitude, and they got the help that they needed to become the best in what they do.
 If you are planning to become a real estate agent and or would like to know more about becoming a realtor here in Savannah, GA, check out the Ben Farmer School of Real Estate, the oldest real estate school in Savannah, GA. The next classroom course will start on August 15, 2016, from 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. For inquiries, you may call(912) 692-1085 press ext. 2. ​

With the Real Estate Market boom in Savannah, some of you might be thinking a career change and decided to become a real estate agent. While the media or the Internet may provide guides or "how-to's" and the required processes to becoming a real estate agent, these are most of the time, misleading and inaccurate especially in Georgia where the realtor process requires more than textbook knowledge but more so your time, dedication, and training. This process should not be taken lightly if you hope to be a certified and effective real estate agent.
The Ben Farmer School of Real Estate is the oldest real estate school in Savannah, GA and we pride ourselves working with our students turned top agents in the industry.
We have the “know how”, the experience, and provide the support our students need to become one of the best realtors in town.
We want to help you attain your real estate goals taking into account your daily tasks at home or present work that is why we offer two settings you can choose from: a classroom setting, or sign up for our online class. Whatever your option is, help and all learning materials are available for our online students anytime you need it.
But before you start your journey to becoming a real estate agent, here are some questions to ask yourself before you decide to enroll in a real estate school:

1. What do you know about the real estate industry?
2. Can you fully commit your time to attend classes and self- study?
3. Do you have the criteria and requirements to become a real estate agent?

There are specific criteria and requirements that you have to meet before you can apply for a real estate license to practice in the State of Georgia.  And for you to qualify, you must meet the following criteria among others:

•  Be at least 18 years old.
•  Be a resident of the State of Georgia, unless seeking a non-resident license. 
•  Pass a state real estate examination. 
•  Be a high-school graduate or holder of a certification of equivalency.
• Obtain a criminal history report from the GBI  (Georgia Bureau of Investigation)
• Complete a 75 hours Salesperson Pre-license course, attending all the sessions.

CLICK HERE to read more about the criteria and requirements for Georgia.
There are certain types of skills needed to become successful in the real estate industry and you need to be aware of what skills you have and areas for improvement to become successful in the business. Take our FREE, Short Assessment simulator for People Skills, Sales, and Knowledge Test.
What to Expect in a Real Estate Class?
Becoming a real estate agent is not an easy road to take. Like what I’ve mentioned earlier, you need time and dedication for you to get a real estate license. Here are some of the things that you can expect while taking the pre-licensing course and not limited to:

1. Expect that there will be a lot of studying involved and expect the course to be at a college level, with tests, quizzes, workbooks, and final exams.
2. You need to attend and complete the 75 hrs. Salesperson Pre-license course.
3. The course will make sure that you are well aware of the Federal Laws and Regulations, Your rights and responsibilities as a real estate agent, Understanding zoning laws and regulations, How to price and sell a home, etc.
4. Choose to attend a classroom setting or sign up for an online class that will suit your schedule.

Our school offers a 12-week classroom session meeting the requirements for the Georgia Real Estate 75-hr Sales Pre-license course.
The next classroom course will start on August 15, 2016, from 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. For inquiries you may call (912) 692-1085 press ext. 2 or drop by our office located at 7395 Hodgson Memorial Dr, Ste 103, Savannah GA 31405

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