How to become a realtor in Lagos at the comfort of your home.
Are you thinking of starting a career in real estate in Lagos, Ibadan, Abuja or Ogun State but you don’t know how to get started?
Becoming a realtor in any of the states in Nigeria is easy and rewarding if you are honest, patience and hardworking.
Do you know who a realtor is?
A realtor (real estate consultant) is a someone who helps people to buy or sell properties.
How do you become a realtor in Lagos or in the states mentioned above?
Becoming a realtor in Lagos, you must first understand how it works. A realtor is more than a connector between a buyer and a seller but a property advisor and an intermediary between a developer and the buyer.
A realtor is quite different from a real estate agent though they almost perform the same function but a realtor act more professional and focus more on helping people to secure landed property and shortlets instead of focusing on renting of houses.
5 Steps on How to Become a Realtor in Lagos
The steps I will be listing below are the step by step process on how you can become a realtor Lagos real estate or other part of Nigeria and start selling land and houses for real estate companies as a realtor and earn your commission.
A commission is the money you earn when you sell a property. 10% or 15% commission on Land while for house is 8% or 5% commission depending on the type of the house.
The steps on how to become a realtor are as follows:
1. Register with a standard and trusted plateform
Real estate business is a very delicate business if you are not careful. As a beginner, it’s wise to work under an established real estate companies or brokerage firm to avoid troubles and fraudulent issues.
When you work with a trusted brokerage firm it gives you access to mentorship, verified property listings, and networking. A brokerage firm I work with is Billionaire Realtor Group.
It is the largest real estate brokerage firm in Lagos and Africa.You can chat me up on WhatsApp to become a certified member of Billionaire Realtors Group (BRG).
2. Get Trained and Certified
You don’t need a university degree to become a realtor in Lagos, but training and mentorship are key to building trust and credibility.
All you need is to attend in a real estate training program (physical or online). BRG do organize both online and offline trainings to empower their realtors. And get certified by professional body like the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA).
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3.Going on inspection tours
After being trained on products knowledge, the next step is to start going for site inspection or house tours. This will give you more insight about the property you intend to sell.
4. Start promoting your business online and offline.
Most businesses owners leverage on social media like wise realtors. Engaging on social media with valuable real estate content and use digital tools to reach intending buyers.
5. Stay Consistent and Positive
Real estate market is competitive, but with determination, consistency, positivity and integrity you will make it. There are realtors who made huge sales through WhatsApp and Facebook only.
Becoming a realtor in Nigeria is more than just selling land or houses. It’s about building a career that gives you freedom, income, and impact. Apart from commission, You will also enjoy incentives from BRG and individual real estate company you sell for.
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There are lots of benefits in becoming a realtor in Lagos real estate which lots of realtors are enjoying including me. You could also enjoy such benefits if you are willing.
If you’re interested in becoming a realtor in Lagos. These are the steps to help you start your journey the right way, click the WhatsApp button on the screen to chat me up on how to get started.
