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How 2020 exposed a greater need for collaboration between real estate agents and LOs

Housing Wire

HousingWire: What role has the increase in technology played for both businesses and consumers in the real estate space? Vance Loiselle: In the 20th century, the primary technology innovations in real estate were the telephone and the MLS. This will result in a major shift in how people use their homes and where they want to live.

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois (IL) in 5 Steps

Housing Wire

Ready to find a real estate brokerage? To select the best brokerage for you, here are four things to consider: 1. The size and culture Do you want to join a bigger brokerage with an expansive network or do you prefer a boutique brokerage with a local vibe?

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New Tools: Listing Alert Re-Reinvents Pre-MLS Window

Realty Biz

Listing Alert launched for the first time back in 2019 as a first in the class pre-MLS window for agents and brokerages to access properties before their competitors. With record prices and huge demand, 2020-2021 has turned upside-down every agent toolbox and caused a total reorganization of brokerage strategies. Version 1.3.0

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Texas: A Comprehensive Guide

Kyle Handy

Each aspiring agent must complete 180 classroom hours of pre-licensing education covering real estate finance, contract law, and real estate principles. Required Courses To become a real estate agent in Texas, you must complete 180 classroom hours of pre-licensing courses approved by TREC.

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How to Get Your Real Estate License in Texas

Ryan Serhant

Meet the pre-qualifications. Meet the pre-qualifications. In Texas, you need to meet some pre-qualifications before you can start your real estate licensure journey. You’re also required to take pre-licensing coursework to help you prepare for the state licensing exam. . File your license application.

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How to Get Your Real Estate License In Vermont

Ryan Serhant

Meet the pre-qualifications. Complete 40 hours of approved VT pre-licensing education. Meet the pre-qualifications. . Meet the pre-qualifications. . You must meet a few pre-qualifications from the Vermont Real Estate Commission (VREC) before you can start working on your license education.

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Jobs in Real Estate Development: What to Know

Realty Biz

Real Estate Broker: Managing a Brokerage Firm Becoming a real estate broker allows you to manage your brokerage firm and oversee a team of real estate agents. Each state has specific licensure requirements, including completing pre-license education, passing an exam, and fulfilling continuing education requirements.