Prospecting the idea of becoming a part-time RE agent.

[Daniel Vincent]

Hi everyone,

This is my first post on any forum ever so here it goes.

I'm new to the world of RE. I've recently read Rich Dad Poor Dad, Think and Grow Rich, and The Book on Rental Property Investing (In progress. About 1/3 in). These books have flipped a switch in my head as well as sparked a mild anxiety attack I've identified as the mysterious "hunger" I've heard do much about.

I realize now my current job isn't enough to kickstart my portfolio to achieve my goals. I'm comfortable but thats about it.

So here is where I'm at in my head (feel free to educate me):

Pros

-Becoming a RE agent would put me smack in the middle of the world of RE

-Income is based on my abilty to hustle. (Hunger is not a problem.)

Cons

-Income will not neccesarily be immediate. I have to close a deal first. (This is why I say part time. After the first close or two I would ideally switch to full time)

I work nights at the moment leaving 9 am to 3pm open for me. So my question to this fine forum is this: Is becoming a part-time RE agent possible? I don't know much about being a RE agent but I have no shortage of books and patience.

Thank you,

Daniel of Baton Rouge

[Charlie Cameron]

@Daniel Vincent it's 100% possible to be a part time agent with the right support.  Plus, you can make commission on your investment transactions!  The hard part isn't becoming licensed, it's actually lead generation. That's why it's best to decide to focus on a specific strategy or join a team that provides leads in return for a commission split to start out.  Hopefully that's helpful.  Because you have day hours open, it's more realistic for you than for most.  I work during the day so I have to take time off to hustle. But I don't take on that many clients at one time so it works for me. Best of luck!