Job Description

A Real Estate Agent plays an essential role in a real estate transaction. In this role, you will advocate for your clients by understanding their preferences, representing them when negotiating a sale and assisting them with every detail of their home purchase and sale. Real estate is an exciting industry that is constantly evolving, and we need someone who is creative, enthusiastic and willing to think outside of the box to give their clients the best real estate experience possible.

You would fit this role as an Entry-Level Real Estate Agent if you love to come up with creative solutions to make yourself stand out in a thriving real estate market. As this is an entry-level position, prior real estate experience is not required. We will provide you with training and resources to prepare you to become a successful agent. Real Estate offers a lot of independence, so if you are a self-starter and enjoy flexibility, this position could be a good fit for you.

Real Estate Agents receive compensation based on their transaction volume. When a sale or purchase is achieved, you will receive a competitive commission. The more sales you close, the more commission you earn. Real Estate Agents often earn more than $100,000 a year, but it can take a couple years to reach that goal as you build your client portfolio.

Regulatory Notice: While a real estate license is not required to apply, you must obtain a real estate license before officially being hired. To earn a real estate license you will need to complete real estate classes (online or in-person) offered by an accredited learning institution and pass a state licensing exam. To learn more about the real estate licensing process, apply now and our recruiting team will provide additional details.

Job Responsibilities

As a Real Estate Agent, you will...

• Help clients price their property and get it ready to put on the market
• Stay updated on your local real estate market so you can offer clients an accurate comparison of home sales in their area
• Arrange home showings and open houses
• Advertise your real estate services to the local community
• Represent your clients' best interests during contract negotiations
• Communicate with clients regularly and check in on their needs
• Create marketing strategies so clients can sell their home quickly and profitably
• Develop strategies to obtain referrals and build your client portfolio

• Walk you through the process of obtaining a real estate license
• After obtaining your license, we offer training, resources and support to help you become the best real estate agent you can be
• Accommodate a flexible work schedule to help you establish a healthy work/life balance
• Offer competitive compensation rates

About Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices First Realty

First Realty has been a fixture in the Des Moines real estate market since 1960. We've built a solid reputation of having knowledgeable and experienced agents helping people buy and sell real estate, while offering excellent customer service. We unite the strengths of industry leaders, bringing together unparalleled operation excellence, innovation, and integrity. With our commitment to market Greater Des Moines real estate at the highest level and the vision to be the most trusted real estate company in the Greater Des Moines market, our company exemplifies the reputation of the respected Berkshire Hathaway name.

Working Here

With a career in real estate, you can finally experience the freedom of owning your own business. This experience varies depending on what brokerage you choose to go with. At Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices First Realty, we put our agents first and provide you with all of the tools you need to succeed in the real estate industry. We aren't just your support system, we become a family of close-knit colleagues who help and support each other.

Our Equal Opportunity Promise

We are committed to fair hiring practices and operate as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, or nation of origin. We pride ourselves as being exceptional leaders and members of our community and we're committed to treating all our potential employees with the same level of care and respect.