http://www.REIClub.com - Should Investors Get Licensed As Real Estate Agents? Check Out the Pros and Cons of Investors Getting Their Real Estate License...<br /><br />Benefits<br />Being licensed as a real estate agent provides:<br />* MLS Access - property comps, searches, history, no waiting on agent, agent investors can list properties,<br />* Commissions - collect commissions on purchases, sales, leasing<br />* Rights, Privileges - representation, commissions, property manager, etc.<br />* Control - deal direct with sellers, agents, title companies, etc...<br />* Credibility - real estate agents have increased credibilty<br /><br />Cons<br />Investors who get their real estate license face additional...<br />* Education - although minimal still must take classes, exams, and continue education<br />* Costs - fees for education, exams, annual fees for MLS & Realtor certification, broker fees, insurance<br />* Disclosures - required to protect yourself<br />* Paperwork - agents have requirements for paperwork
