Weβre super excited to be here with you and we want to start getting to know you right away, real estate enthusiasts! So please share your name/what youβd like to be called, where you are in your career path and anything else youβd like us to know about you (do you like dogs, are you a chef, where youβre located, anything at all!).
Hello my name is Geraldine (I like to be called Gigi). I am currently taking my real estate course. I Like to learn new things, I Like to read and write as well.
HI My name is Jeni and I have been a licensed real estate broker for over 25 years π. I love assisting my buyers and sellers but even more than that I LOVE helping new agents succeed in the real estate industry! I believe that we should let go of our limiting beliefs and go out into the world and do amazing things. What you think about you bring about. β€οΈ I live in Castle Rock, I have the CUTEST puppies you have ever seen. πΆ Let me know how I can help!
@Geraldine10239979 @Jeni8220416 Welcome to the Community! We are glad you are here. What got you interested in Real Estate? And Jeni, share a pic of your puppies if you would. We love to see everyone's animals!
Hi I'm Tanya Carter and I've been licensed for over 3 years in California.
Hi @Tanya9905351! Welcome to the community. Is there an area that you specialize in?
Hi Jamie, I specialize in the luxury market but i sell wherever there's a need. Where do we find the recordings for the study groups?
@Tanya9905351 if you are referring to the Interactive Study Group sessions, they are not recorded so we can protect our students' information.
Hi, my name is Lidiane (I like to be called Lidi). I am starting the real estate course and I like to be in touch with and work with people who are interested. I am from Brazil and live with my husband and step-daughter in Avon, Colorado.
Hi @Lidi. Welcome to the Community! We are so glad you are here. We are glad you chose Kaplan for your real estate coursework. Rest assured, you are in good hands. What area of real estate are you planning to specialize in?
Hi Jamie this is Maher Omrane from Pennsylvania I still have a problem with the interactive study group link in the forum after it was fixed !? It didnβt last long just one day ! now itβs just back to the way it was before !! I did all what it needs to be done from my end, I cleaned the cache and cookies still no change ! Can you please help me with this. Thanks
Hi, my name is Angela, and I am in Virginia. I am a nurse and I have also dabbled in real estate for the past 4 years. I just completed the 60 hour course and took the Final Exam yesterday and passed. I would like to know what the best study guide would be to prepare for the National and the State exams and who my contact/mentor would be for the state of Virginia. I work evenings so it will be difficult for me to participate in the live interactive classes unfortunately. My husband and I are empty nesters and we like to travel from time to time . We also love to grill and cook out and have cooking competitions for fun. We love going to ole school concerts and festivals and gathering with friends and family from time to time. Becoming a realtor has been a long time dream of mine and now it seems as though things are falling right into place. Great to be here!
Hi @Maher9863062. You should have received instructions on how to log into the ISG community. I'm sorry this is such a struggle. We are working toward a permanent fix. Thank you for your patience as we fix this issue.
@Maher9863062 @Diana9532253 The issue has been resolved. You should be able to see what you need when you log into the LMS and enter the Community. Please DM me if you have any other issues. Thank you for your patience!
@Angela9488012 thank you for responding. We are so glad you are here. Congratulations on passing your VA final exams. You should be using your VA exam prep products to help you prepare for your State and National exams. For more specific content questions, please direct them to the Student Community under Interactive Study Groups.
My name is NaTasha. I am currently working through Kaplan to get my real estate license in MN!
Hi @NaTasha10265432! Welcome to the community! In this section of the community you can research Real Estate careers and what to expect once you have your license.
As a Kaplan student, you also have access to the student community. The student community is there to help you with content related questions or any other concerns that may arise while you go through your coursework.
We are here to help you at any juncture in your journey. We look forward to hearing from you again.
Hi my name is Mya, I just graduated highschool, I am excited to start my real estate journey. Im located in southern Minnesota. I like to go shopping, I am into clothes and fashion. I spend my weekends in the twin cities and would like to start my real estate career in the twin cities, in Minnesota.
Hello! My name is Dyani (DEE-ON-KNEE) however, I prefer to be called, Dee. I am a 24 Year old business owner of a spa in Oak Park IL. I am also in the process of completing my real estate courses, only 36 hours left! My goal is to be happy in this lifetime; how I will achieve that goal is simple. I love to give back and service others. Helping my clients not only feel beautiful on the outside when they leave my spa, I would love helping them feel amazing on the inside from purchasing a new home, signing a lease or even purchasing a commercial property.
Hi @mya10444367. Welcome to the community. We are glad you are here. Congratulations on graduating HS and taking your first step into a career. We hope real estate proves to be a fulfilling career for you. Since fashion is one of your passions, you may want to look into being a home stager as well. Having a background in both can help diversify your portfolio. We are excited to help you launch your new career. Let us know if you have any questions. We are here for you.
Hello @DeeMoore. Welcome to the community. We are so glad you are here and chose Kaplan to help you get your real estate license. It sounds like you are in the right field if you enjoy working with people and giving back. Real Estate is such a rewarding career. Once you are in the field, you will learn about all the options you have to give back. The opportunities are endless.
Please reach out if you have any questions along the way. We are here to help!
Hello everyone, my name is Dianne Smith, I am brand new to Kaplan Real Estate. I am so excited and thrilled to me all of you. I am looking forward to this learning experience.
Hello all, my name is Jerome Nance. I am 19 and currently a student at ASU for finance as well as finishing up my real estate courses on the side. I love the entrepreneurial feel I get with real estate. My interest is leaning more toward the commercial side of it and if anyone has any tips or tricks to getting into CRE it would be awesome! Looking forward to this journey.
Hello @Dianne10434520
Welcome to the community. We are so glad you are here. What state are you working on getting licensed in?
Hello, I'm Gigi (Njide) and I'm currently studying for the PA exam with the intention of also taking NY exam down the road. I have been on the investment and management side of real estate for 20+ years but until recently had always been reluctant to get a Real Estate License. I have completed the 75 hours course requirement and passed both exams. I am currently going through the Quiz Banks to prepare for the PA and National Exams. I however have doubts if this will be sufficient prep work for the exams just based on the 30 and 45 hours course exams. If anyone has found other Prep Agents exceptionally useful please share with me.
I love gardening and the outdoors but it's a constant battle with biting bugs, groundhogs, deer, and chipmunks. Lol!! The birds π¦οΈ love the various berries and fruit trees but they don't cause as much damage as the other animals except their chirping can be an early morning unintended alarm clock. π On a good year, you might find me in the Farmer's market putting my nursery/greenhouse dealer certificate to a good use ποΈ
I'll be happy to network with others as I explore this side of real estate business.
Hi @Jerome10443714! Welcome to the community! We are glad you are here. It sounds like you are a very busy student. Commercial real estate involves a lot of finance and numbers so if you are strong in that area, you are well suited for commercial real estate.
Commercial real estate is a long haul and it generally takes longer to get started but the income can be quite lucrative. Leased properties often involve ongoing revenue streams that can even be passed down to your heirs after you die. The negative with commercial real estate is that transactions can take a long time and thus a long time until you get a paycheck. For this reason, it is easier to work for a veteran CRE agent and be willing to work for less so that you can learn and make more money down the line.
Is this information helpful?
Yes very busy, but I love staying active and learning! This helps tremendously. Thank you so much @jamielcash
Good evening All,
My name is Latonia but I prefer to be called Toni. I am a native of Colorado, a pet parent of two great dogs, I love to read, experience new culinary skills, along with being a continuous learner. I try to learn something new everyday. I decided to get my real estate license to further a venture of entrepreneurship.
I am looking forward to learning more as the time progresses and possibly one day becoming a mentor to someone else who aspires to do what I am doing. I'm excited about what this next chapter will look like for me.
Nice to meet you, @Latoniaπ! I'm glad to hear that you aspire to mentor others someday. It's a wonderful goal to have and we're excited to have you as a part of our community.π
This section of our community is dedicated to Real Estate careers, and here you can find information, ask questions, and connect with others who share similar goals and interests. We discuss everything from what to expect once you have your license, to tips and tricks for success on the Real Estate exam and in the industry.
We look forward to seeing you active in our community!
(By the way, what's your favorite thing to cook?ππ©βπ³)
Hello Everyone,
My name is Amanda. I am just beginning my real estate journey. Working on getting licensed in the golden state-California. Happy to join you all.
Welcome, @Amanda10470070 π! As I mentioned earlier to Latonia, this part of our community is specifically focused on Real Estate careers. You can browse for information, ask questions, and engage with like-minded individuals who share similar goals and interests. We discuss a range of topics, from what to expect after obtaining your license, to useful tips and strategies for excelling in the Real Estate exam and in the industry. We can't wait to learn with and from you as you go through this journey. :)
What made you interested in starting a Real Estate career? π
Welcome
Latonia
Toni! I'm in CO as well. It's a beautiful place. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. If I don't know the answer, I'll put you in contact with the right person to help you. Best of luck! We are glad you are here.
@Kendra Solis, thank you! I appreciate the warm reception. I look forward to engaging more with my fellow students and hopefully working to find a great mentor for myself at this time.
As far as my favorite thing to cook, I'd say lasagna. I like making my own sauce βΊοΈ!!
Glad you're here with us, Toni! @Latonia
And wow, lasagna is actually one of my favorite mealsπ½οΈπ! However, I have to admit I do not make my own sauce.π
I'll have to learn lol
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