Real Estate is More Than Just a Career
For a lot of people, real estate is more than just a career, it’s a passion and a lifestyle. With significant opportunities for personal and professional growth, a career in real estate can be empowering as you help others achieve their dreams while working to achieve your own.
INDEPENDENCE
In real estate, a “day at the office” isn’t exactly a day at the office. One of the most exciting aspects of the real estate profession is the variety you will find from one day to the next and the independence that goes along with it.
As a real estate professional, you won’t find yourself boxed into the confines of the typical 9-5 workday. Instead, you will be able to manage your schedule based on what best suits you and your clients and customers.
GROWTH-OPPORTUNITIES
As a real estate professional your growth is often a direct result of the time you invest in finding, building, and leveraging opportunities. You'll find that your earning potential isn't limited by a salary cap or hourly wage but by the effort you are willing to put in.
As you do your best to provide compliant, high-quality service to clients and customers, you'll find yourself building opportunities for the future as the real estate needs of people you help continue to evolve.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Real estate professionals in Ontario come from different backgrounds and often bring with them the knowledge and experience they gained while working in other fields. People have made a transition to real estate from backgrounds like IT, banking, legal, medical, sales, retail, teaching, hospitality, public services, and more.
Whether you are a recent graduate looking to enter the job market or an experienced professional looking for a second career, the real estate profession is open to all. In fact, everyone is welcome to start a career in real estate in Ontario as long as they meet the minimum requirements to apply to the Real Estate Salesperson Program and register with the Real Estate Council of Ontario.
CONNECT WITH PEOPLE
Buying or selling a home is often the single biggest financial decision people make and your role and responsibility as a real estate professional is to help them navigate this critical moment in their lives. You will meet people from all walks of life and build long lasting relationships along the way.
Become Part of an Ever-Present, Ever-Evolving Industry
Real estate is an ever-present industry and an essential service. Real estate professionals continue to stay informed and see new opportunities irrespective of social and economic circumstances. A career in real estate provides you with independence and flexibility to control your professional journey. You’ll have many opportunities to grow as you work with people from all walks of life.