Become a Local Expert and Succeed with your Real Estate License

It is pretty well known that the real estate industry is extremely competitive, so trying to make it with a real estate license means you need to provide something special that your competition does not have. Setting yourself apart as a local expert is one way to truly maximize the time and investment made to […]

Four Surprising Facts about Real Estate Classes

Taking real estate classes is necessary to earn a real estate license. However, the idea of taking classes can be intimidating for many people. Often people are scared of the time, money, return on investment and job potential that accompany the idea of heading back to school. Here are four surprising facts about taking real […]

Better Real Estate Investing with an Illinois Real Estate License

We have previously discussed using an Illinois real estate license in a full-time agent or broker position, but there is another way to use a license without directly selling properties. Real estate investing has become a lucrative pursuit as the economy has rebounded. Becoming a licensed real estate professional can potentially increase your success as […]

How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois after Being Licensed in Another State

If you’re a broker who has recently moved here from another state, you may be wondering how to become a real estate agent in Illinois. As a licensed real estate professional, you already possess the knowledge needed to obtain the proper license, however, state laws do require that you at least pass a supplemental exam and possibly […]

Ready to Make a Career Change? Get Your Illinois Real Estate License

This summer’s news reported that Illinois median home prices are up 8.3% from a year ago and that the value of Illinois farm real estate is up 60%. This indicates it is a great time in Illinois to become a real estate agent. With the market on the rise, it is a perfect time to […]

Deciding on the Right Continuing Education Real Estate Classes

As a real estate agent, it may seem arduous to pick the right real estate classes for continuing education in order to fulfill your licensure requirements while keeping up to date with relevant knowledge that can be applied in a pragmatic fashion. By learning how to decide on the right continuing education real estate classes, maintaining your license […]

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 Approach Obtaining an Illinois Real Estate License

When it comes to obtaining an Illinois Real Estate License, many people may often find it challenging to choose the right program to fit your lifestyle and needs. A real estate license is necessary to practice in the state of Illinois and participation in a continuing education program is also required for yearly license renewal. By […]

Real Estate Broker Post License Training: Why Do I Need It?

The hard work and effort you put into becoming an Illinois real estate broker will be well worth it in the long run. Your career is limited only by your hard work, which is why you’ll need to maintain your license once you obtain it. To do that, real estate broker post license training will […]