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Real Estate Agents

Real estate agents help clients buy, sell, or lease land or property.

Real estate agents represent property owners when they sell their homes or land. They show properties to potential buyers and attempt to interest them in making a purchase.

Real Estate Agents are in the Marketing, Sales, and Service career cluster and the Professional Sales pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Below the statewide median

$17.54 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   13.4%

Above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Postsecondary vocational training is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Present buyers' offers to sellers or sellers' agents.
  • Make sure that terms and conditions of purchase are met before closing dates.
  • Interview potential buyers to determine their wants, needs, and price range.
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Job Title Examples:

 Real Estate Salesperson,  Tour Coordinator,  Broker Associate 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.