Instead of Retiring How About Partiming in Real Estate?
Real estate is an ideal part time job. In fact, nearly 20% of realtors have another occupation. In realtor news, the Texas Association of Realtors’ (TAR) recently published report noted median net income for agents, post taxes and expenses, at $23,000. Not stupendous, but for a part-time gig supplementing retirement income, some serious pocket change.
Why real estate?
For retirees, real estate can allow individuals to capitalize on their experience, for instance:
- Experience living in a specific neighborhood.
- Knowledge of local resources/networks.
- Making continued use of skills gleaned from business and corporate positions:
- Communication: setting a realistic selling price; identifying homes that meet a buyer’s needs…
- People-management: influencing sellers to accomplish tasks that may boost the appeal of their listing…
- Negotiation: bids to buy/sell, fixing wrenches in the work involving closings…
- Analytical skills: market values, saleability…
- And more…
Ample opportunity
Though representing buyers and sellers does involve a time investment, its not realtor news the industry offers an enjoyable, profitable career, especially for those retirees willing to forge a new path with existing skills or develop new skills related to the industry.
The road ahead?
- Flexibility
In setting your schedule and making time in your life for retirement while ensuring you’re comfortable financially.
- A healthy balance
Between career and personal interests – provided you don’t overextend yourself!
- Building relationships –
Working connections and building your network within the community. Not only a great way to add to your social circle, but a great fit for those who have lived in their community for an extended period of time who understand what it has to offer.
- Education and licensure
Which varies by state, but typically involves a 90 hour basic course that may be completed online, followed by a licensing exam and continuing education requirements.
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