Starting Out in Real Estate

[Jonny C.]

So I'm a little nervous to start out as an agent because I'm afraid I won't make much my first year. Are there any positions people would recommend so I can get a salary, and basically get paid to learn and eventually do REI on the side. Any other ways to make descent money and really learn the biz/have a mentor? Thanks for your time y'all.

[Account Closed]

@Jonny C. to expand on what @Bill Gulley said, there are plenty of real estate industry jobs out there that do not involve a commission only existence. Most large commercial real estate companies have entire divisions dedicated to real estate services for large clients -- portfolio administration, transactions, facilities management, etc. You could also consider trying property management. There are plenty of ways to get involved and experienced on a salary.