Is being a real estate agent right for me?

 
Are you looking for a job that will keep you on your toes? If so, being a real estate agent might be the perfect fit for you! Let LYL Realty explain some pros and cons of the work that we love to do.

An important factor of being a real estate agent is that you become your own boss. You have control over your hours and movement. If you have a family, having this sort of flexibility can be very beneficial. On the contrary, most of your clients have 9-to-5 jobs which most likely has you working at odd times during the day to fit into their schedules. Weekends become full with showings and next thing you know, you’re working when everyone else is off.

Secondly, a nice perk of being a real estate agent is when the market is strong you can feel it. You’re not worried about your next lead because you know you have the extra cash coming in. You are not paid hourly but by the amount of time you invest in growing your clientele. When buying and selling real estate seems to be spreading like the gold rush, you’re loving every minute of it. Con: when the market fever starts to settle, it hits hard. During the slow season, agents are all scrambling for the same clients. Everyone is in more competition with each other. This job needs someone who doesn’t mind adapting quickly to different market situations.

Lastly, a pro about being an agent is that you are the expert. Your clients are depending on you to find them what will best suit their needs. You are the one who knows all the ins and outs of the surrounding area. They are depending on you to guide them with this major life changing decision. With this amount of trust you form very close relationships with your clients. The only stressful con about this is that you are trusted with someone’s life savings. Having such a heavy weight on your shoulders can make it heart aching when things don’t go as planned. Deals fall through and terms of sale change. You must remember that unhappy clients spread word just as fast as happy ones.

Being a real estate agent is a different job than most. It can be very rewarding and self-motivating. But don’t forget, when it’s time to find a new place to live, whether you are looking to buy or rent, LYL Realty Group is here to help you every step of the way!