52. So You Want to Be a REALTOR®?

In today’s episode we dive into the basics of becoming a real estate agent. If you want to be a REALTOR®, the first thing you need to understand is that you are the product. Step one is to get your license, which provides some understanding of a real estate transaction. This is just a fraction of everything you need to know. There are 5 key areas that make a great agent; 1. Understanding the transaction, 2. Understanding the market, 3. Understanding homes and houses (how they are built & their systems, HOAs, and common construction issues), 4. Understanding your clients, and 5. How to market yourself. Tune in as we discuss finding a brokerage, joining a team, and the ins and outs of becoming a great agent.Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS®) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone. Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on• Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties• Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com• Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties• Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties• LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties Adam Hamalian: [email protected] Sherry Hutchens: [email protected] For past episodes or to subscribe to this podcast, click here. Or find us on Apple or Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Hutchens Hamalian Properties GroupDudum Real Estate GroupDRE #01320608 | DRE #01917597 | DRE #01882902#HutchensHamalian #EastBayRealEstate #BayAreaRealEstate #AccountabilityPartners #RealEstate #ListingStats #LoveWhereYouLive #ListingAgents #BuyersAgents #HomeSweetHome #RealEstateTeam #2025RealEstate #GoalSetting #TheRealStoryPodcast #BecomingBetterAgents #MortgageMatters #HomeBuying #PodcastGuest #AdamandSherry #HomeownershipJourney #PodcastSeason2 #AgentAdvice #Season2Premiere #RealEstateTeam #2025RealEstate #InformedBuying #BayAreaPodcast #NewAgents #Realtor #RealEstateTeams #IndustryLeaders #RealEstateTalk #CareerInRealEstate #REAgentLife #PodcastForRealtors #BecomeARealtorLEGAL: This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The hosts’ and guests’ views, thoughts, and opinions represent those of the hosts/guests and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information. ©Hutchens Hamalian Properties Group