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What New Agent Expenses Should I Expect in Real Estate?

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Question: What New Agent Expenses Should I Expect in Real Estate?
Answer: New agent expenses will include start-up costs similar to those of any new business. There will also be some start-up costs specific to real estate. Let's look at some of your cost items to get started:

  • License fees
  • MLS setup fees
  • Computer hardware and software
  • Business cards
  • Other marketing materials
  • Once you're up and running, it's even more important for you to have an accurate estimate of your business and personal expenses. Too many promising real estate careers are cut short for lack of cash flow. Use our Identifying Real Estate Agent Expenses tips and spreadsheet to help you.

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