A Guide to Getting Started as a REALTOR®

On this month's episode of Open House by BCREA, a panel of three BC Realtors, including host and managing broker Tony Joe, BCREA Director Ashley Smith, and Youth Professional Network chair Kate Philpott talk about getting started as a Realtor, along with tips and directions about how to fast-track a new career in real estate.This episode was recorded on July 20, 2021.Links:BCREA New REALTOR® ResourcesAshley SmithKate PhilpottBackgroundWhen the housing market is hot, interest in becoming a Realtor spikes. But once you have your licence, what comes next?On this episode, Realtors Ashley Smith and Kate Philpott share their thoughts and experiences about starting out, existing and practicing among a typically older age demographic of professionals, and ideas on how to hit the ground running in a new career.This episode will be of particular interest to anyone thinking of becoming a Realtor, licensees new or newer in the business, Realtor parents thinking of having their kids or other family enter the business, or managing brokers or sales trainers looking for action plans or perspective on how to assist new recruits.Topics covered in the show include:The importance of seeking mentorshipWhy Realtor reputation is importantHow to navigate acts, regulations and resourcesAnd more!Subscribe & FollowDo you want to be notified on your smartphone when the latest episode of Open House by BCREA is published? Subscribe on your favourite podcast app, including Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, and TuneIn.You can even ask Alexa to “play the podcast Open House by BCREA.”While you’re waiting for the next episode, follow BCREA on social media to stay updated:BCREA on FacebookBCREA on TwitterBCREA on LinkedInBCREA on YouTubeBCREA on Instagram