by mroi-scott | Apr 9, 2026 | Starting a Real Estate Career
Understanding how real estate agents get paid is critical for anyone entering the field. Commissions typically range from 5% to 6% of the sale price, but there’s more to it than just numbers. The split with your broker and the timing of payments can greatly impact...
by mroi-scott | Apr 8, 2026 | Starting a Real Estate Career
Getting your real estate license takes most people between 2 and 6 months from start to finish — though the range across states runs from as little as 4 weeks to well over a year depending on required education hours, exam scheduling, and application processing times....
by mroi-scott | Apr 2, 2026 | Starting a Real Estate Career
Securing your first real estate deal can often feel like a waiting game, typically taking anywhere from 30 days to a year. While the average closing time hovers around 45 days, how you manage this waiting period is significant. By focusing on market research,...
by mroi-scott | Feb 3, 2026 | Starting a Real Estate Career
Choosing the right brokerage can make or break your early career as a real estate agent. You might think commission structures are your primary concern, but there’s so much more at play. Mentorship, training, and company culture can significantly influence your...
by mroi-scott | Jan 24, 2026 | Starting a Real Estate Career
Many students preparing for the real estate licensing exam start out feeling motivated, but over time the questions begin to pile up. You study, review notes, and take practice quizzes, yet the uncertainty still lingers. It is common to think, “Do I really understand...
by mroi-scott | Jan 2, 2026 | Starting a Real Estate Career
Choosing a real estate school is one of the first major decisions you make on your path to becoming an agent. And while many national programs promise convenience and name recognition, Minnesota students often discover a gap between what they’re being taught and what...