Why Mommy Real Estate Agents Need a Mentor

Why Mommy Real Estate Agents Need a Mentor

by Tina McAllister

When you enter the first year of your real estate business, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. It starts with the licensing courses. There is a lot to learn and you usually do it in an unusually short amount of time. And then you have to find a broker to hang your real estate license with. Then comes the prospecting for clients…you get the idea. There's a lot going on when you first enter the business. And it would be nice to have some professional guidance.

You can find professional guidance in a mentor, another real estate professional who can not only be a supportive sounding board, but also an authority on how to work your real estate business. A good mentor can be invaluable. Wouldn't it be nice to have a trusted advisor who can field questions that pop up as you work your real estate business and impart wisdom from a perspective only a fellow agent would have?

Some brokers have official programs in place for mentorship of their new agents. They pair the newbie up with a seasoned professional. And that professional has typically volunteered for that mentor role, so he/she brings an enthusiasm and desire to help you and your business. If your broker doesn't have an official mentor program in place, then just ask if any agents in the office may be willing to help you out and be the main point of contact when you have questions and need guidance.

You may also be able to find a mentor online if you frequent real estate forums and make connections with real estate colleagues. Just keep in mind that real estate law and procedure differs in many states, so if your mentor is in a different location, she may be able to help you in marketing matters, but not in specific real estate transaction issues.

You may even want more than one mentor. It's a good thing to have several different perspectives on the real estate business. You may want one mentor who is also a mother. She's worked the business while juggling family responsibilities, so she will be able to give you first-hand experience through a mommy real estate agent's eyes. But you may find that other real estate professionals have their own unique take on prospecting, working with clients and getting transactions to close. The more experience you can draw on, the better off you and your real estate business will be!