Q:Is it long hours and does it require a lot of work? I am thinking about changing my major to real estate but is it hard to get jobs in and do you have to be really smart like way above average?

Are you worried about commissions? The seller pays all of them. What you need is a decent Real Estate Lawyer to close the deal.

Q:Why don’t real estate investors eliminate insurable risk by diversifying their assets rather than paying an insurance company to handle the risk?

They don't have enough assets to self insure, for the most part - when you weigh risk vs. premiums, the premiums are cheaper. Also, most investors don't invest with cash - they leverage, and the mortgagees require real insurance.

Q:what questions I should ask a real estate agent when we meet to discuss my housing options

ASk how they operate and how long they've done it. Ask how they negotiate and ask for examples.

Q:Real Estate agent, appraisal, and broker? because I want to get my license in CT does that license make you all three are the the same or are there different licenses for each?

They're okorder (although it's not required), and determines the value of property based on various market factors. Whether a state-issued license is required to be a real estate appraiser depends on the state (it's required in CT).

Q:What do you think is the true future of real estate market in SE florida... i want to sell move closer to workplace in WPB???

in accordance to your link, l. a. is the costliest. San Diego is amazingly costly, yet almost each super city looks costly to me. yet with coastal Southern California, you get what you pay for. seashores, mountains, wasteland, valley, city, suburbia, u . s . residing, lifestyle.... the place else are you able to rouse early on a Saturday to ski in the morning, hit the bike trails in the late afternoon, watch the sundown on the sea in the evening on your tank precise and turn flops, then end your day having a solid time with acquaintances in the hippest evening club? in case you intend properly it is performed. it relatively is rather magnificent and why i like SoCal.

Q:I am an universitiy student, and I am in the middle of decidding my major. Does real estate business make good amount of money? I want to become super rich in the future.If not, what other business do you recommend for good money making?

Real Estate sales? If you're good at it, you can make loads of money. If you're not, you might as well flip burgers. Buying real estate on spec hoping it will go up? If you're good at it, you can make loads of money. If you make wrong decisions, you can lose lots of money. Buying and developing property? If you're good at it, you can make loads of money. If you're not, you're bankrupt. Managing property for other people? You can make a living.

Q:I am looking to become a real estate agent through college. How much does it usually cost ( ie. start-up costs, marketing, etc.)? Do the Agencies make the real estate agents pay for office space and is it possible to work from home? How much do the Agencies charge to use their name( ie. like remax, metro, etc.)?Do the Agencies provide any leads for the Agent?Any other advice would be much appreciated,Thank You so much

Hi, I am a part-time real estate agent and I didn't go through a college to get my license, I actually went to a class presented by Century 21. I found this to be a much quicker way to get my license then going through a few semesters of college. Yes, you have to pay of office space in some offices. They are getting much better with that because a lot of agents choose to work from home. Make sure you ask these questions and that you get very clear answers. Yes, the actual Agency has an annual fee that must be paid as long as you are an agent in their company. I'm with ReMax and there is a fee. You will also have a monthly fee to use the Multiple Listing Service (this is how you will find properties for your prospects) They don't usually provide leads, but they do have a roll call for walk-ins, meaning that if you are next on the list you will get the walk-in. But that's if it's a fair company. Choose your company very wisely. For the last few months, it hasn't been so good for agents because of the interest rates. A good thing to know is that when rates are up, then buying or selling real estate is down. It is definitely tied to the economy.

Q:I have always was surprised how much money a dwelling costs, but never thought how will REAL ESTATE be in Latin?

Good answer... Fundus (Latin for bottom) is a generic anatomical term referring to the portion of an organ opposite from its opening. The correct term for real estate is VERUS PRAEDIUM.

Q:I'm writing a book and the main character's fiance is a real estate agent. They're on vacation and on the second day of their 10-day trip he needs to return home because of something at work, but he expects it will only take a few days so she stays at their resort and he will come back to her for the end of their vacation.What is something in real estate that could be a cause for him to have to return for a few days? Any details you could give me would be great so I can write about it like I know what I'm talking about ;-)Thanks in advance!

Somebody calls and wants him to list their house. He goes back, lists the house, takes photos, has flyers printed and takes them around to the various real estate offices in the area and puts up his sign.

Q:Is the real estate business the same as it used to be (1980-90)? I'm 18 and am wondering about future career aspects. Ive considered Database Administration, commerce, or getting a bba, or marketing. I like the idea of you are as successful as you want to be type attitude. I live in Vancouver (Canada) which is like miami, where people come to that have made money to spend money. What is the life style like and how does one succeed in this area. If I started right after highschool, would I be taken seriously, or would someone pass me off as a kid. What is the typical salary, as I understand that it really does depend on how many deals you close but if your successful, the sky must be the limit correct? In the first 6 months, how do you spend your time, meet and greet, office runs? Is there one field in real estate that pays more? Can an Agent become a broker or vica versa. How many agents a year lose their jobs due to saturation. Is there any reading material that can help me?Many thanks.

No, real estate is not the same as it used to be ! I am also wondering about future career aspects and considered a lot of different fields. I would say business anything in business from marketing to advertising. That is where the big bucks are ! People that work for real estate agencies are at risk because as soon as the economy drops you loose your job ! I advise you spend your time doing research anything that will keep you one step ahead of your opponent. Hope this helps.