Live Classes Versus Self Study Programs

With technology growing increasingly accessible, there is also a higher demand for digital learning and self-study programs. This is not to say that traditional classroom courses are obsolete. There are pros and cons to each option. What is important is for the individual to understand is which learning method works best for them. Live Classes […]

How to Find a Sponsoring Broker

I’m a newly licensed broker, now what? As a licensed real estate agent your next step is to find a broker to sponsor you. A real estate agent must practice and conduct brokerage services under their sponsoring broker only. Brokerages for the most part are always looking to hire and recruit new agents. However, it […]

Become A Real Estate Agent in Illinois

In Illinois, a Real Estate Broker essentially acts as a “project manager” between two or more people in negotiating the sale, purchase or rental of a property. People choose to enter the real estate industry for many different reasons. Financial freedom and a flexible work schedule are two of the main reasons people tend to […]

Broker Exam Review Class

Chicago Real Estate Institute is one of the few Real Estate Schools in Illinois that offers students preparing to take the Broker AMP exam, a 1-day review class. Our class provides a brief overview of pre-licensing topics covered in both the national and state portions of the exam. This class is the perfect solution for […]

Finally! A Short and Thorough Guide to Becoming a Real Estate Agent :)

“Broker? I thought it was a salesperson license?” “Isn’t there just one real estate license?” “What difference is there between a leasing agent and broker?” “I thought I would get my license after passing your course.” If you aren’t already involved in some way with the real estate market, chances are you have absolutely no […]

Things to Consider Once You’ve Chosen to Earn Your Real Estate Broker License

If you have chosen to begin earning your real estate broker license, you have selected a growing and profitable industry. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the demand for real estate brokers will increase by around 11% by the year 2022. High demand for licensed, educated brokers will lead to even more opportunities to […]

Qualities of a Successful Real Estate Broker

Becoming a successful real estate broker is not just about earning a license and finding clients. There are many important qualities that brokers must possess to allow them to be the best they can be to every client. It is vital to consider these qualities before moving forward with getting an Illinois real estate license. Selling […]

Illinois Real Estate Courses: Belleville

If you live in Belleville, Illinois, it does not take much research to realize there are several houses for sale there. Belleville is close to St. Louis, Missouri, which makes it a great spot to live in and also work in St. Louis. That also means Belleville is a great place to be a real estate […]

Reasons to Consider Obtaining a Real Estate Broker License

Many individuals consider being a real estate agent as a potential career path; however, oftentimes the fear of the unknown will prevent people from branching out into a new career field. Being a real estate agent, however, can be an extremely fulfilling and rewarding career choice. If you are currently considering obtaining a real estate […]

How to Become a Real Estate Agent

The real estate industry has been growing rapidly over the years. Many people want to be associated with it. There are people who want to become real estate agents because they feel that the real estate industry presents them with an opportunity to earn good money from commissions while having flexible working hours and being […]