FAQs
Can I work part-time in real estate?
Ebby Halliday, REALTORS® Associates are dedicated career professionals. We believe Buyers and Sellers are best served by REALTORS® committed to maintaining current knowledge and skills. Dallas-Fort Worth real estate jobs are demanding and require full-time attention and commitment.
What are my expenses as a REALTOR®?
There are start-up and ongoing expenses that are both fixed (dues, insurance, communication tools, etc.) and variable (marketing, mobile phone, auto expenses, etc.). For a list of typical expenses, please download:
How soon will I make an income? How much can I expect to earn?
First year production is extremely unpredictable. On average, it takes four to six months for a new Sales Associate to close their first transaction and receive a commission.
How long does it take to get my license?
Real estate classes offered by local real estate schools are varied in format from all-day to nights to weekends. Generally, the process is: two to six weeks education, two weeks for the application process, two-hour exam, and one to three weeks for the license to be received. Your total time invested can be two to three months.
What characteristics make a good REALTOR®?
Attitude and personality traits include:
- Willing to work hard
- Persistent
- Good self-image
- Positive
- Outgoing
- Enthusiastic
- Likes to help others
- A servant spirit
- Independent and creative
- Handles frustration well
- Mature
- Committed to continual education
Professional skills and traits include:
- Self motivated
- Dependable and reliable
- Organized and detailed
- Willing to work long hours
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Professional personal image
- Competitive and goal-oriented
- Good time manager
- Results oriented
- Problem solver
- Committed to a career
- Can prospect and ask for business
Your Career with Ebby
New to the field or changing careers? Ebby Halliday, REALTORS® helps you fulfill your dreams.
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The Ebby Advantage
Ebby Halliday, REALTORS® is a great place to work because of our commitment to help our Associates succeed.
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Why Ebby? Ask Me!
Associates tell why they love their careers with Ebby Halliday, REALTORS®.
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Professional Development and Education
A full array of training options means you’ll never stop learning.
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Online Real Estate Courses
The CE Shop is an Online Real Estate School offering prospective real estate agents an easy, cost-effective method of obtaining their Texas Real Estate License.
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Taking a Break?
While you are taking a break from active real estate sales and living your life, you can still use your database and sphere of influence to receive real estate referral commissions.
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Agent ID Form
Click here to access an Agent Identification Form for you to fill out and submit.
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Agent Profile
Click here to access an Independent Contractor Profile form to fill out and submit.
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