New Real Estate Agent Needing Advice!

[Joshua Williams]

Hello! My name is Joshua Williams, I am from Phoenix, AZ! I recently graduated from college and have been taking the courses to work towards a Real Estate Agent license! I have been looking into what might be the best avenue to go down once I have my license, and I believe that joining a real estate team might be my best option. I would want the exposure to the real estate world faster, rather than trying to go 'lone wolf' in the beginning. I was wondering what other's experience with joining teams was? And what the likelihood that a team would bring someone on that has no actual real estate experience? Additionally, what is a good way to seek out team opportunities if this does prove to be a good course of action? Thank you so much!

[Melissa Haworth]

1. I am a big advocate of joining a team- some of the positives are:
2. Training and support: A real estate team often provides training and support to new agents, helping them get up to speed with the industry and build their skills. Our team has a designated agent who does all training and onboarding for new agents.
3. Access to resources: Teams typically have access to a wide range of resources, such as marketing materials, software, and lead generation tools, which can be helpful for new agents who are just starting out.  We have signs and supra lockboxes and share leads with each other.
4. Mentorship: Working with experienced agents on a team can provide new agents with mentorship and guidance, helping them grow their careers more quickly.  We are there for each other.
5. Shared workload: Teams often split responsibilities, which can make the workload more manageable for new agents and help them avoid feeling overwhelmed.  We cover a large area in the Panhandle of Florida and help each other put out signs and lockboxes or show properties for each other etc.
6. Increased visibility: Joining a well-established team can help new agents get their name out there and increase their visibility in the market. Our team gets automatic name recognition in our market which gives each agent on the team instant credibility!

I think a team helps you kick start your career allowing you to make money quicker.  If you want to chat further about team vs. solo please let me know!