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    Supplemental Resources

    Residential Real Estate Careers

     

    Articles

    Get Real - Careers in real estate are challenging and rewarding if you're willing to work hard!

    Real estate career requires attention to detail

    Characteristics of the U.S. Residential Real Estate Agent by Cahill, Dennis J

    • ISSN: 0034-0790
    • Real estate review. , 2005, Vol.34(2), p.90

     

    Books

    Learning the Language of Real Estate by Barbara Cox (2002)

    Learn the Lingo of Houses by Regina P. Brown (2016)

    Language of Real Estate by John W. Reilly & Marie S. Spodek (8th Edition, 2019)

    Plain Language Dictionary of Real Estate, 2002, Bella Vista Publishing. Jerry Cox, Barbara Cox, and David Silver-Westrick

    • Previous version: Prentice Hall Dictionary of Real Estate: A Handy Reference by David Silver-Westrick (January 1, 2000) - Out of print

    Career Opportunities in Real Estate by Thomas P. Fitch (2009)

    The Practical Guide to Career Opportunities in Real Estate: A Survey of Over 35 Careers with a Focus on Becoming an Excellent Real Estate Agent by David Gadish Ph.D. (2021)

    Careers in Real Estate by Mark Rowh (2002)

    Inside Track to Careers in Real Estate by Stan Ross and James Carberry (2006, Urban Land Institute)

    Opportunities in Real Estate Careers by Marilyn Evans (2002)

    Your Successful Real Estate Career by Edwards, Kenneth W. (2006, Amacom)

    Dictionary of Real Estate Terms by Jack C. Harris and Jack P. Friedman (2019, Barron's)

     

    Multimedia Presentations (Videos)

    Appraiser Career:

    How to Become a Real Estate Appraiser in California by US Realty Training (5:40)

    How long does it take to become a certified general appraiser? by Ask About CELEBS (2:51)

     

    Real Estate License Careers

    5 Highest Paying Real Estate Careers | 6 Figure Potential by Empire Of Real Estate (8:54)

    Real Estate Agent Jobs: 5 different career options with a real estate license by Chastin J. Miles (11:49)

    Best Real Estate Careers (and what they pay by Kenji Explains (8:41)

    10 steps to become a Real Estate Developer and start a real estate development company. by Greg Dickerson (5:59)

    Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Manager Career Video by CareerOneStop (1:34)

     

    Career Positions (Sample)

    Residential Real Estate

    ● Real estate salesperson - independent contractor / commission-based. Link: https://www.investopedia.com/articles/personal-finance/040215/real-estate-broker-career-you.asp

    ● Real estate salesperson - employee/salary. Link: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/c/Redfin/Job/Real-Estate-Agent-San-Diego/-in-San-Diego,CA

    ● Real estate broker - Link: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/what-is-a-real-estate-broker

    ○ https://www.kapre.com/resources/real-estate/is-a-career-as-a-real-estate-broker-right-for-you

    ● Real estate appraiser (independent) - Link: https://www.thebalancecareers.com/what-is-a-real-estate-appraiser-525677

    ○ https://destinationscanner.com/is-real-estate-appraiser-a-good-career

    ○ https://www.accounting.com/careers/real-estate-appraiser

    ● Property manager – independent. Link: https://www.indeed.com/hire/job-description/property-manager

    ● Residential onsite manager - Link: https://www.indeed.com/q-Residential-Onsite-Manager-jobs.html

    ● Mortgage lender / mortgage loan originator - Link: https://www.indeed.com/career/mortgage-loan-originator

    ● Home inspector - Link: https://www.vocationaltraininghq.com/how-to-become/home-inspector

    ○ https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/how-to-become-home-inspector

    ● Real estate photographer - Link: https://professionalrealestatephoto.com/is-real-estate-photography-a-good-career

    ○ https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/how-to-become-real-estate-photographer

    ● Home stager / interior designer - Link: https://theartcareerproject.com/careers/home-staging

    ○ https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-become-a-home-stager

    ○ https://www.iapcollege.com/program/home-stager-course

    ● Investor (individual/independent) - Link: https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing

    ○ https://howigotjob.com/career-advice/explore-a-career-as-a-real-estate-investor

    ○ https://www.mashvisor.com/blog/career-real-estate-investor

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