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Submission Deadline

Jasmine Clyburn

Denise Gordon LLC Real Estate Services

803-577-4852

Best Advice

"Find a broker-in-charge that will take the time to train you, answer any questions that you may have, and make sure you have a good foundation under you."

Brandon Gafgen

The Baxter Team @ RE/MAX Executive

843-290-2368

Best Advice

"Learn as much as you can from the classes you take, your BIC, other Realtors in your office, and do not be afraid to ask questions."

Kim Hanushek

EXP Realty

704-618-6081

Best Advice

"Always remain humble, ask questions, and become a student of the business. Knowledge is power. Always give exceptional service

to your clients and other agents."

Katrina Cherry

Costello Real Estate and Investments

704-898-7540

Best Advice

"Choosing a firm is to know your WHY before interviewing firms. Have a personal vision and mission statement... to navigate you through this process."

Barbara Garcia

Sharp Judge Realty Group

646-275-4697

Best Advice

"Being a silent agent will eventually result in you having a very expensive hobby."

Garrett Small

The Stephen Cooley Real Estate Group

910-523-8921

Best Advice

"Be in it to win it. Don’t be afraid of rejection, consistency conquers it all."

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Ryan Serhant

Sell It Like Serhant: How to Sell More, Earn More, and Become the Ultimate

Must Read

Josh Cardinal of

Stephen Cooley

Real Estate Group

Really shows the true grit it takes to make it in this business!

Stephen Shad

Allen Tate Realty Rock Hill

803-370-3167

Best Advice

" Plan to do something each day. Practice showing homes, opening key boxes, explaining documents, and writing offers. "

Naresse Middleton

Stephen Cooley Real Estate

803-524-0909

Best Advice

"Be prepared to be vulnerable and ask for help. Choose a team that offers support and training."

Must Read

Frank Cook

21 Things I Wish My Broker Had Told Me

Insights from top-producers on the things they wish they knew when they first started.

Comps Academy Library Selection

Sherri Lyon

Sharp Judge Realty Group

704-418-7455

Best Advice

"Know your why!!

Then grow your business. It takes time, but keep working to grow."

April Morris

Coldwell Banker Realty

704-222-8415

Best Advice

"Create a vision of what you want your business to be and let every decision support that vision. "

David Grzesiek

Financial Independence Through Buying and Investing in Single Family Homes

Ednora Long of

United Real Estate

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For agents who desire to work with investors, this book is a must read.

Must Read

Sydney Johnson

Austin Barnett Realty

704-999-1876

Best Advice

“Never compare your success to other agents’ success."

Taylor Queen

SVN Southern Commercial

704-816-9937

Best Advice

"Seek out firms that will not only give you the tools to succeed now, but also gives you the knowledge and structure to grow in the future. "

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Let's grow our real estate knowledge together on this platform. Questions submitted may be featured in our upcoming issue.

Submission Deadline: July 5

Commonly Asked Questions on the SC New Contract

Does sending the letter of termination sufficiently cancels the contract during the due diligence period?

It’s a start, but buyers must also deliver the termination fee to the sellers before the 6 pm due diligence deadline.

Commonly Asked Questions on Real Estate Licensing

Q. Am I required to live in South Carolina to obtain a SC's real estate license?

A. No! You're not required to be an SC resident to obtain your SC real estate license.

Q. What is the average cost to start my real estate career?

A. The average startup cost is about $3,000 which includes education and membership fees.

Q. I'm a SC resident, do I need to complete NC's CE hours or am I exempted?

A. You're not required to take any NC's CE hours as long as you do not have an NC resident or business address. If you do, then you must complete both states' CE requirements.

Q. Once I get my SC real estate license, how do I get my NC real estate license?

A. You could be dual licensed in a matter of weeks after receiving your SC license. Apply to the NC Real Estate Commission to complete the application process. Remember, you're exempted from taking the NC licensing exam with your SC license.

Q. As a real estate agent, can I purchase or sell my own home in SC?

A. Yes! As an agent, you could sell or buy your own home in South Carolina or North Carolina. In SC, the Commission law requires licensees to disclose their licensed status when a principle or holding interest.