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Frequently Asked Questions
Why consider a career in real estate?
Real Estate sales provide an opportunity to run your own business with a minimum amount of up
front cost. The idea of flexible hours can be a huge incentive, plus most people
like the idea of not having a limit placed on the amount of income they can
earn.
How do I get
started?
The first step is to set up an appointment discuss the many
benefits of being associated with LATTER & BLUM. Our Manager will be happy
to answer any questions you may have, show you the branch office, and work with
you to determine how you can embark on a successful real estate
career.
How long will it
take to get my license?
Real estate classes offered by local real
estate schools, certified by the State of Louisiana, are varied in format, from
all-day to nights, part time to full time. Some even offer
on-line classes to allow students to work at their leisure. The amount of time depends on the
number or hours you can spend each day to complete the required hours.
Generally, the process takes from four to twelve weeks.
Once you have taken the exam, and LATTER & BLUM processes all of the necessary paperwork to the
Real Estate Commission, you should receive your license within a short
time.
How soon will I
begin to earn an income?
Highs and lows are
part of any sales career—some months will be higher producing then others;
consistency over time will be the key to your success. Remember the first
commission check may not come for a couple of months because real estate sales
are paid on a commission basis and it takes time to establish and build a
customer and client base for your business. So it really depends on you and how
much time you devote to developing your business.
How much can I
expect to earn?
Remember, you are
in business for yourself so you decide how much you want to earn and set
realistic goals to achieve success.
How do I get
business?
Your objective in
this business is to assist people through the process of buying or selling
homes. Your business can come from people you already know or from complete
strangers. At LATTER & BLUM you will be trained in all aspects of
prospecting and sales and will be
able to create a course that will be long lasting. You will learn what tools to
use to enhance your business performance.
What does it
cost to get started?
We estimate the
start-up cost to be approximately $1,500. Some of these expenses include your
tuition, your real estate license, membership dues in the local, state and
National Association of Realtors, errors and omission insurance, etc. Our
manager will elaborate on what fees are due and when.
Am I limited to
selling real estate in only one area?
Because LATTER
& BLUM has branch offices throughout the Gulf South it allows our agents to
list and sell in any area they so choose.
What
characteristics make a good sales agent?
Attitude and
personality traits include: Honesty, integrity, willing to learn, good
self-image, positive, outgoing, enthusiastic, likes to help others, independent
and creative, handles frustration well, mature, persistent, and willing to work
hard.
Have more
questions? Visit with our Sales Manager, they’ll be happy to answer any
questions you have.
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