Real Estate Agents
Real estate agents help clients buy, sell, or lease land or property.
45%
37%
18%
National data for real estate brokers and sales agents (SOC 41-9020).
$21,140
$40,130
$76,340
$10.17
$19.29
$36.70
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

  • Have a high school diploma or GED
  • Hours

  • Generally have a set schedule each week.
  • May work full time or part time, but most work 40 hours a week.
  • May work evenings and weekends to accommodate the schedules of potential buyers. Sunday afternoon open houses are common in many areas.
  • Real Estate Agents will:
  • Constantly interact with buyers, sellers, and other agents
  • Many have a bachelor's degree
  • Real Estate Agents frequently :
  • Sit for long periods of time.
  • It is important that Real Estate Agents be able to:
  • See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.
  • Understand the speech of another person.
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
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