Comments on: Part Time Realtors And Part Time Real Estate Agents http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/ Thu, 12 Jan 2012 23:26:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: ANIL KHANNA http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-9561 ANIL KHANNA Thu, 08 Dec 2011 03:17:55 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-9561 I agree with Mr. Miller in that being dual career gives your credibility. I think that customers will and do understand that you have a full time job and I have had no problems attracting clients and servicing them with their real estate needs. I have a full time job with the IRS and am a CPA and most of my clients value the professional advice and credibility that I can provide them in dealing with investments and real estate transactions. I think your comments on being a part time agent may be appropriate for those who cannot manage their time and who have clients that demand too much of your time. I personally think those clients are not worth having. I agree with Mr. Miller in that being dual career gives your credibility. I think that customers will and do understand that you have a full time job and I have had no problems attracting clients and servicing them with their real estate needs. I have a full time job with the IRS and am a CPA and most of my clients value the professional advice and credibility that I can provide them in dealing with investments and real estate transactions. I think your comments on being a part time agent may be appropriate for those who cannot manage their time and who have clients that demand too much of your time. I personally think those clients are not worth having.

]]> By: Stella http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-9111 Stella Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:43:56 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-9111 I am going for my realtors license and I do plan on working part-time. How ever I agree that just because you are working part time does not mean you have a dead end job! I am choosing to work part time because because I am a mother of three and would like to have a flexible schedule. How ever I also believe this will make me a better agent because I will be able to answer call at any time and do my research as well. I must say that in my very recent home hunt getting calls back was nearly impossible! From those working part time and full time! The integrity of this business is rocky to say the least! In the over 75 calls to many different offices my husband and I made we only recieved 3 return calls! And we were cash buyers! It is beyond me how they make any sales to begin with. My choice to get my license stems from passion I have for real estate and the wanting to know the ins and outs.. And I plan to do my job with integrity! However my family comes first! I am going for my realtors license and I do plan on working part-time. How ever I agree that just because you are working part time does not mean you have a dead end job! I am choosing to work part time because because I am a mother of three and would like to have a flexible schedule. How ever I also believe this will make me a better agent because I will be able to answer call at any time and do my research as well. I must say that in my very recent home hunt getting calls back was nearly impossible! From those working part time and full time! The integrity of this business is rocky to say the least! In the over 75 calls to many different offices my husband and I made we only recieved 3 return calls! And we were cash buyers! It is beyond me how they make any sales to begin with. My choice to get my license stems from passion I have for real estate and the wanting to know the ins and outs.. And I plan to do my job with integrity! However my family comes first!

]]> By: Barry Cunningham http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-9034 Barry Cunningham Tue, 20 Sep 2011 12:50:58 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-9034 As a full-time realtor, how can I distance myself from the part-time realtors? That's easy. Pick up the phone when it rings. Answer emails promptly. In this day and age it's all about the tech. Make sure you're savvy or that you have someone who is on staff. As a full-time realtor, how can I distance myself from the part-time realtors? That’s easy. Pick up the phone when it rings. Answer emails promptly. In this day and age it’s all about the tech. Make sure you’re savvy or that you have someone who is on staff.

]]> By: Je http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-9017 Je Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:10:13 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-9017 I think this article only applies to people doing real estate part-time with unflexible full-time jobs. But I can't imagine myself doing real estate if I'm only available after 6:00PM and weekends. I've had experiences as a buyer, working with a realtor who works another job full-time and had scheduling conflicts with me and his daughters' dance practice. As a full-time realtor, how can I distance myself from the part-time realtors? I think this article only applies to people doing real estate part-time with unflexible full-time jobs. But I can’t imagine myself doing real estate if I’m only available after 6:00PM and weekends. I’ve had experiences as a buyer, working with a realtor who works another job full-time and had scheduling conflicts with me and his daughters’ dance practice. As a full-time realtor, how can I distance myself from the part-time realtors?

]]> By: Barry Cunningham http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-8772 Barry Cunningham Wed, 27 Jul 2011 12:47:00 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-8772 Hi Pamela... "I don’t have a suit of armour" isn't it horrible that you have to watch what you say? In any event, good luck out there! Hi Pamela… “I don’t have a suit of armour” isn’t it horrible that you have to watch what you say? In any event, good luck out there!

]]> By: Pamela http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-8769 Pamela Tue, 26 Jul 2011 23:09:49 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-8769 Great article! I have heard complaints about part time realtors not returning phone calls in a timely manner, getting paperwork done, etc. As a realtor, my day is spent researching properties online, viewing the inventory in person, communicating, education, showings, offers and negotiations. How anyone can do that while having a full time job is beyond me. This career - and that's what it is - a career is more than full time already! Realtors need to be highly educated in all aspects of the industry. We are supposed to be protecting our clients with their biggest aspect - they are not just a commission cheque. I would say more, however, I don't have a suit of armour :) Great article! I have heard complaints about part time realtors not returning phone calls in a timely manner, getting paperwork done, etc. As a realtor, my day is spent researching properties online, viewing the inventory in person, communicating, education, showings, offers and negotiations. How anyone can do that while having a full time job is beyond me. This career – and that’s what it is – a career is more than full time already! Realtors need to be highly educated in all aspects of the industry. We are supposed to be protecting our clients with their biggest aspect – they are not just a commission cheque. I would say more, however, I don’t have a suit of armour :)

]]> By: Barry Cunningham http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-6930 Barry Cunningham Mon, 16 May 2011 23:01:51 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-6930 Go for it! I don't have any problem whatsoever with people being part-time agents. I'm pretty sure what I was pointing out was that As long as the client understands then go for it. That's where the problem is. In disclosure. I'd like to see it mandatory that it be disclosed to the homeowner that your full-time job is "X" and that one moonlights as a realtor. Then if the homeowner is cool with it, then I surely have no problem with it. But we both know that's not a likely disclosure by most who opt to moonlight as realtors. Go for it! I don’t have any problem whatsoever with people being part-time agents. I’m pretty sure what I was pointing out was that As long as the client understands then go for it. That’s where the problem is. In disclosure. I’d like to see it mandatory that it be disclosed to the homeowner that your full-time job is “X” and that one moonlights as a realtor. Then if the homeowner is cool with it, then I surely have no problem with it.

But we both know that’s not a likely disclosure by most who opt to moonlight as realtors.

]]> By: R. Duncan http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-6929 R. Duncan Mon, 16 May 2011 22:51:04 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-6929 Oh my, Mr. Cunningham! My sister is a part time agent and has been very successful in both of her careers. I am also thinking about becoming an agent and am too very successful in my day job as a business analyst for the federal government. 23, single, with no children, and the energy / drive to work many hours, I don’t see why not. Furthermore, some full time jobs like mine allow flexibility. So, if I want, I can show homes during the weekdays or take care of other business as needed. Some people do it for the challenge and a change of pace. I want to do it because real estate has always been a interest of mine. In addition, I went to school full time as well as worked full time concurrently for many years. However, it never stopped my promotions or me graduating at the top of my class. Everyone's situations are different and working 70+ hrs. a week is the norm for some. Overall, with motivation and a little flexibility, I have no doubt one could be a great agent. Seeing is believing... I have seen. But I appreciate your input. Oh my, Mr. Cunningham! My sister is a part time agent and has been very successful in both of her careers. I am also thinking about becoming an agent and am too very successful in my day job as a business analyst for the federal government. 23, single, with no children, and the energy / drive to work many hours, I don’t see why not. Furthermore, some full time jobs like mine allow flexibility. So, if I want, I can show homes during the weekdays or take care of other business as needed.

Some people do it for the challenge and a change of pace. I want to do it because real estate has always been a interest of mine. In addition, I went to school full time as well as worked full time concurrently for many years. However, it never stopped my promotions or me graduating at the top of my class. Everyone’s situations are different and working 70+ hrs. a week is the norm for some.

Overall, with motivation and a little flexibility, I have no doubt one could be a great agent. Seeing is believing… I have seen. But I appreciate your input.

]]> By: Barry Cunningham http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-6916 Barry Cunningham Mon, 16 May 2011 13:13:15 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-6916 Congratulations! Question...if you are a full-time Engineer, can you tell me how specifically you'll be able to "service" your customers? I would love to know that. As I'm sure your prospective customers would as well. Buying a home is the single largest purchase most people will make in their lifetime, so I'd really love to know how you would explain to me (pretend I'm a prospect) how you intend on "servicing" my needs full time. I'd love to hear this. Congratulations! Question…if you are a full-time Engineer, can you tell me how specifically you’ll be able to “service” your customers? I would love to know that. As I’m sure your prospective customers would as well. Buying a home is the single largest purchase most people will make in their lifetime, so I’d really love to know how you would explain to me (pretend I’m a prospect) how you intend on “servicing” my needs full time.

I’d love to hear this.

]]> By: C. Miller http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/comment-page-1/#comment-6915 C. Miller Mon, 16 May 2011 12:58:12 +0000 http://www.robinashley.com/2009/03/16/part-time-realtors-and-part-time-real-estate-agents/#comment-6915 Sir, I am a Senior Quality Engineer with a Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering and a MBA. Based off my credentials, I am more than capable of servicing my customers; however, becoming a full time real estate agent will in no way replace my current salary. What do you have to say about that? I am definitely not stocking shelves at Wal-Mart but is seriously interested in making real estate my full time career. Sir,
I am a Senior Quality Engineer with a Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering and a MBA. Based off my credentials, I am more than capable of servicing my customers; however, becoming a full time real estate agent will in no way replace my current salary.

What do you have to say about that? I am definitely not stocking shelves at Wal-Mart but is seriously interested in making real estate my full time career.

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