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How do most people get rich in real estate?

Johnny Depp asked:
Who are some well known people who have became wealthy as real estate agents or real estate owners and how did they do it. Also does anyone know any good real estate books or videos that teach you what you need to know to become wealthy in real estate.
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What is the difference between a Real Estate associate and a broker?

bribri asked:
I was looking into obtaining a real estate lisence in Florida. Where are some good websites or places to get my license? And what is the difference in a real estate associate and a broker? Which license should i go for? Any tips for me that would be helpful
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If I claim to be a real estate professional for tax purposes, is my income subject to FICA?

capn bob asked:
I qualify as a real estate professional for tax purposes. I own and manage over 25 rental properties. I have not claimed that status in the past. I have recently married and my husband has retirement and investment income in excess of the maximum income amount allowed under the [...]

Can I deduct real estate taxes in NY from more than one home on my federal tax return?

Albert T asked:
I bought a new house and havent sold the first one yet? Can i deduct mortgage interest from both? What about real estate taxes? Both houses are in NY city.
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What is the best option for real estate investing for a novice to get started?

bolinger81380 asked:
I am just starting out in real estate investments, and do plan to get a real estate sales license. I was wondering what would be the best route for the beginner.
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I have a IRS lien filed against my Real Estate. How long do I have before the property is placed for auction?

FineArt1983 asked:
A lien was recently [July, 2007] placed by the IRS against a piece of Real Estate in New York that is owned by an Estate that I am the Executor of.
How long do I have from the time the lien was placed by the IRS to the time that the IRS forces the [...]

How do real estate agencies keep track of their property signs?

Ricky asked:
I’m seventeen years old and have just been hired by a real estate agency to create a simple system to keep track of their property signs. If you have any experience in real estate your help would be greatly appreciated. I’m thinking about numbering all the signs with a sticker or something.
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Any really good real estate investing programs that make sense for this market?

ecgdgz z asked:
Does anyone know of any real estate investing courses that really help you make money in today’s crazy market? I don’t want to pay for stuff that doesn’t work any more.
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How do I become a real estate developer?

mantastic86 asked:
I want to break into the real estate developing field. I have a 4 yr college degree in political science. Please tell me any sites or real estate developing firms in tampa, florida where I can apply? I also bought some land and want to build on it someday. How and where do [...]

How many real estate brokers should I talk to?

MR4444 asked:
I will be buying a house in the next six months. I have a couple of real estate brokers who have been recommended by family friends and colleagues. How many real estate brokers should I be talking to?
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Are there any approved real estate schools on the internet?

Malia S asked:
In my state, to get a real estate salesperson license you must complete 90 classroom hours of approved real estate courses. Can those hours be done in an online school? In other words, are there any approved real estate schools on the internet?
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How/where to deduct real estate training fees on taxes?

DJP asked:
I plan on getting a real estate license for the education and qualification when managing my private real estate investment career.
Where/how do I deduct these costs on my taxes? Eventually I’ll set up a real estate company where I could deduct them, but that won’t be set up for a while.
Thanks.
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Where can I find a good, aggressive real estate agent who specializes with investors?

Fergy asked:
I am a real estate investor and am looking for a experienced real estate agent as well as a real estate broker who specializes with investors. Can anyone please tell me how to find one, I have googled, ect and haven’t come up with much.
Thank you.
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How hard is it to get into real estate? How do you become a certified real estate agent?

startrak_06 asked:
I was interested in the real estate field. What steaps do i have to take to become a real estate agent?
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How do part time real estate agent make money when their not selling homes?

JRS300 asked:
I’m freshly into real estate. I’m curious as to how other people make a living when the market is down and you have no homes listed with you being sold. Even full time agents also. What type of ways do you find income rather than selling a home. I [...]

I want to start a Real Estate Investment company. Do I need a real estate license?

nik asked:
I want to invest in real estate but want to protect my personal assets.
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How do I get in the commercial real estate industry?

Tosin o asked:
I am 22 years old and looking to get in the commercial real estate industry, preferably the leasing aspect. What would be fundamentally required for a person as young as me to be even considered for a job in a large commercial real estate firm? Considering I have a real estate agents [...]

What is the best state to sell real estate and what are the requirements to have a real estate license there?

Ashley asked:
What is the best state to sell real estate and what are the requirements to have a real estate license there?
Colorado Real Estate

Does becoming a licensed real estate agent/broker before buying your home save you money?

eldhose98 asked:
I am planning to buy a home around $700K in New York City. I’m wondering if I will save any money by becoming a licensed real estate agent/broker (I realize I have to take the test and pass) and then purchasing the home for myself. I would think that by doing [...]

What real estate companies hire people with no experience, and help to get there License for free?

RichardT asked:
I want to get my real estate licenses, but I don’t have time to go to school. I would rather work for a company that will train me. If not, how do I go about getting my licenses in the least amount of time as possible?
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What should I do to become a real estate developer or investor?

gradin_2007 asked:
Im a senior in high school and plan on going to a community college for 2 yrs.and then 2yrs. at a university and major in bussiness administraion. I think while Im doing that I should intern for a big real estate place like Remax or something because I would like to learn the [...]

The real estate market is starting to take a dive. What would be a good profession for myself to go into?

mevanr8×7 asked:
I have been in the real estate market for about 7 years. I started as a Loan Coordinator, then credit officer/assoc. underwriter, call center manager, Product manager. The market is slowly disappearing, I’m unemployed now. I think I should try another field, maybe Financial planning. I don’t know if [...]

Is real estate appraisal work still a good career?

Team Hall asked:
I want to get my license to do commercial and residential real estate apprasials, but I am worried about the current real estate market. Is this still a good career to pursue, or is the market really ending for this type of business? How much money do appraisal workers make annually? Thanks [...]

How should I start off my path to real estate?

mookie asked:
I am 16, and planning on going in real estate because it seems like hard work in that business pays off compared to other places and because I am very persuasive.
When I start my junior year at my high school.. I have about 2 free clases what do you think I should take [...]

Real ESTATE?

? Monno ? asked:
Hey im a 15 year old female in high school. I dont know what i want to be or what kind of career but im kinda thinking about doing real estate. I dont know too much about it. But i just wanted to know any important info on it. How much [...]

Real estate?

Jayce’s mommy asked:
Currently I am a mortgage loan underwriter for a huge financial institution. I want to maybe become a real estate agent. My aunt is making killer money. Now is there any way not to take the class and take the test since I already know a lot of real estate? [...]

Can you gain your real estate license from the internet and sell real estate in Tenn?

mountain_bike300 asked:
I called a real estate company and i didnt ask that question but looked at gaining my real estate license from internet. I know real estate, i have 7 homes that i rent out, but unsure about the truth about online colleges. Please help. Thank you.
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Who pays the real estate agent when a foreclosed home is purchased?

sjsteelemoon asked:
We are looking to buy a house. We found a real estate agent before we found the house we really want. It’s a foreclosed home. How does the real estate agent get paid?
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How much $ do real estate sales people make per year during these economical conditions?

R. asked:
I want to get a real estate sales license in the state of California but don’t know if is the right choice. Please reply, thanks.
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What is the difference between a real estate broker and real estate agent?

gregdaman925 asked:
I was wondering what the difference was between a real estate broker and a real estate agent? How long would you have to go to school to be either one?
I pretty much got my answer to this question. Can a real estate broker act as both a broker as well as the agent? [...]

How do I get started in real estate in the entry-level status?

ladyvibe03 asked:
I am wanting to know how to jump head first into the real estate market and get my feet wet while still making money. I do not have any experience what so ever, just a real urge to get into this market! I want to take classes but, I really don’t know what [...]

How reputable are the real estate courses offered by real estate companies?

operaphantom2003 asked:
I am interested in going into real estate when I finish college and have been looking around at schools. Century 21 offers their own course (3 weeks) and another real estate company offers one for 6 weeks while the community college offers one for 8 months that trains you how to appraise [...]

How do you become a real estate underwriter? Or what is the best career choice in real estate?

Donald W asked:
How do you become a real estate underwriter? Or what is the best career choice in real estate? As far as commission / salary?
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How can I become a real estate agent in NC?

Linda704 asked:
1. What do I need to do to become a real estate agent in Charlotte, NC?
2. What classes do I need to take?
3. Where can I study to become a real estate agent in Charlotte, NC?
4. What are the requirements?
5. Any other information I need to know about becoming a real estate [...]

Can a real estate broker and a lawyer start a real estate company together?

realreynolds asked:
My fiance is considering becoming licensed to sell real estate. I am a first year law student. I have learned a little about real estate transactions and how they work. I understand the roles of both the broker and the attorney, but I’m wondering if my husband-to-be and I will be able to [...]

How do you start a real estate holding company and a real estate development company, can I combine the 2?

Bdd asked:
I am 14 and when I get older I would like to start a real estate holding company LLC and a real estate development company LLC. How much money would I need to start one? With the real estate holding company do I get capital gains? Also I would like it to [...]

How can I find a good real estate investment coach?

Xiang Z asked:
I am a new real estate investor. I am looking for a good real estate investment coach in San Francisco Bay Area. I have a real estate saleperson license and have basic real estate investment knowledge. I am looking for a good real estate investor coach who have years of success investment [...]

Which real estate companies are best for new agents?

Ryan 1 asked:
I’m planning on getting my real estate agents license in the next few weeks. I’ve heard that Century 21 and some other companies have their own courses. Is it better to attend their course or just a regular local real estate school. Also what companies are good for new agents.
Any advice [...]

Real Estate?

Trice P asked:
Im a 22 yr old African American female from Tennessee planning to take real estate classes in the fall. I plan to go into the field and succede either way but just wanted to know some success tips from established agents, brokers, lenders, or anyone having to do with the real estate [...]

What can a real estate agent and broker require you to sign in a real estate deal?

Lisa L asked:
I am in escrow on some property in which the seller and his real estate agent were not very forthcoming in their disclosure statements. Through a third party I found out some things about the property that are detriments (such as occassional flooding) but I am willing to overlook them and [...]