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How to Succeed in the Real Estate Business – By Really Trying By Michele Lerner

COMMITMENT, EDUCATION AND EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE ARE PART OF EVERY GREAT REALTOR'S® TRAINING PLAN Real estate coach Tom Ferry has said that 87 percent of real estate agents fail within their first five years in the business. While that number isn’t corroborated by the National Association of Realtors®, there is no question that there are new Realtors® who lack staying power and end up exiting the profession within a few years of earning their real estate license. Experienced Realtors® say that while there are multiple paths to success, there are a few essential characteristics that accomplished Realtors® share. These traits make the difference between success and failure. Starting out with a mentor, being goal-driven, having a strong business plan, communicating well and, above all, working hard are cited as predictors of success.

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