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Joseph M. Trester, III 
Joseph M. Trester, III
Director of Program Development at REAL University
Published Oct 27, 2023
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Effective education is crucial for individuals working in the real estate industry. As a real estate professional, you need to possess a deep understanding of various aspects of the market, legalities, financial implications, and customer behavior. This is true if you are a salesperson, broker, managing broker, title producer, or mortgage loan officer. There is no substitute for effective education. Effective education can come from many areas. The two most important areas are experiential data and coursework/training.
Let us not pretend that experience is not a factor. You gain education from every transaction; good or bad. Those experiences give opportunity for growth and development. The real estate industry is predicated on an apprenticeship platform. Apprenticeship has always been and, in my opinion, will always be the most direct form of education. See - Learn - Do.
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Traditional coursework and training is the second area. This area, perhaps, gives the most freedom to decide where you gain your information. Everyone in the industry has been a part of pre-licensing education. It is the foundation of our knowledge. It is also highly standardized. Most states provide an outline of topics that must be taught and discussed. These courses are designed to give you the bird's eye view of the industry and to help you pass the test. The real growth comes from continuing education. I know what you are thinking. "C.E. is boring, a waste of time, more money to be spent, and I only do it so I can maintain my license." It is time to flip that script. While you have to do it to maintain your license, you don't have to choose some cookie cutter, plain vanilla, snoozefest of a course. There are places that are entertaining, give you relevant knowledge, and good food for thought. For example, REAL University provides a wide scope of courses that are constantly growing. They house a wealth of knowledge for the real estate industry. They offer online courses, as well as, live courses. A majority of their courses are live recorded and engaging. Servicing 17 States, they likely have what you are looking to find.
If you still aren't convinced about the necessity of quality education, here are several reasons why effective education is essential for your success:
Investing in continuous education, whether through formal programs, workshops, or industry seminars, is crucial for staying competitive and relevant in the ever-evolving real estate market. By prioritizing effective education, you can enhance your skills, provide better service to your clients, and achieve greater success in your real estate career.
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