How to Decide which Real Estate Class is Right for You

Deciding how to enter the real estate field is not always an easy decision. Some will choose to become a real estate broker; however, for others, becoming a leasing agent is the best path for entering the field. While both roles offer fulfilling career options, personal choice becomes the deciding factor. Here is a quick […]

3 Steps to Become a Real Estate Agent in Chicago

You’re looking at your next career move, and becoming a real estate agent looks like a smart choice for your future. What do you need to get started? Unlike many other career fields, becoming a real estate agent or broker doesn’t require hundreds of hours in a classroom, but you will need to complete coursework […]

Now is the Perfect Time to Take Illinois Real Estate Classes

According to a recent report, the Standard & Poor’s Case-Shiller home price index showed a 12 percent increase in home prices in 20 cities from April 2012 to April 2013, the largest gain since early 2006, when home values began to level off in advance of the market collapse. The rate of new-home sales also […]

Make over 175,000 a Year with Illinois Real Estate Courses

One of the most common questions that prospective real estate professionals ask is how much money they can expect to earn. We usually withhold such revelations because income can vary greatly, depending on experience, location, client base and number of hours worked. However, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) keeps salary figures on the […]

How to become a real estate broker: Tips for Acing the Illinois Exam

If the idea of selling and listing property intrigues you, perhaps you have wondered how to become a real estate broker. In order to become an Illinois real estate broker, you’ll need to pass the certification exam that’s administered by Applied Measurement Professionals. This exam is tough, so here are a few tips you can […]

Now is the Time to get your Illinois Real Estate License

With commercial “real estate sales, leases, and developments” on the rise in the Chicago area, according to a recent survey, now is the time to get an Illinois real estate license. The Commercial Real Estate Market survey for the second quarter of 2013 suggests that commercial developments “from office buildings and retail centers to medical […]

The Benefits of Earning a Real Estate Broker License

Whether you’re just finishing high school or thinking about making a career change, you may want to consider earning a real estate broker license. There are several advantages to this career field, many of which you may not have considered before. Flexibility For many people the best part about being a Realtor® is the fact […]

Advance in your Career with a Managing Real Estate Broker License

In Illinois, there are two different types of real estate brokers. A selling broker typically works directly with clients, while a managing broker oversees their activities as well as company operations. After spending some time as a broker, you could be eligible to become a managing broker. This requires a different real estate broker license […]

Considering A Real Estate Class To Become An Illinois Agent?

Many Illinois residents realize that the timing is perfect to take a Real Estate Class and become licensed to get involved with this industry. Current economic conditions appear to be improving and the activity level in the housing market is increasing.   An article recently published in the US News and World Report Money Careers section […]