[gemma0000]

"It's unfortunate that the low standards and easy entry to be a real estate agent do taint the industry in a negative way. There are far more shysters in the real estate industry because of that fact"

Maybe they should institute something akin to an attorney's Bar exam and strict licencing procedures. We all know how further education, government testing and strict licensure rules have produced so many honest lawyers.

[nmh]

“Maybe they should institute something akin to an attorney’s Bar exam and strict licencing procedures. We all know how further education, government testing and strict licensure rules have produced so many honest lawyers.”

Realators like lawyers are very often paid liars.

[nmh]

“Maybe they should institute something akin to an attorney’s Bar exam and strict licencing procedures. We all know how further education, government testing and strict licensure rules have produced so many honest lawyers.”

Realtors like lawyers are very often paid liars.

[Paperdoll]

In order to operate as a real estate agent, one must be well schooled, then first pass a rigid test by the State in which he/she lives. A license is issued upon passing, and must be placed under a real estate Broker, who pays large sums for malpractice insurance. Rest assured, no Broker will keep a license which will bring a lawsuit on his walls. Licenses for both agent and Broker are renewed and paid for every 1-2 years.

Most states require constant reeducation programs for license renewals, for laws change or new laws are instituted and must be followed.