Real Estate License Exams For Dummies

By John A. Yoegel

Book Overview

Every year, thousands of Americans make the leap to an exciting, rewarding new career in real estate. If real estate is your dream career, passing the real estate license exam is the first step to success. With real estate basics and unbeatable study tips, Real Estate License Exams For Dummies will help you pass the test with flying colors - and get your new career off to a great start. If you want to get the best possible score on the exam, you need the kind of practical test preparation guidance you'll find here - all at a much cheaper price than you'd pay for a test preparation seminar or class. Real Estate License Exams For Dummies covers all the basics on: How - and what - to study Knowing what to expect on test day Developing the math skills you'll need Understanding your state's license laws and procedures Different exam formats In addition to helping you get a great score on the test and get licensed, this handy guide also covers the basics of the real estate business itself - from legal issues to taxes to contracts. For anyone preparing for the license exam, or just thinking about taking it, this unbeatable study guide answers all your most vital questions on: Careers and job opportunities in real estate How commissions and other forms of payment work Working independently or for an agency Federal fair housing laws you should know Land and ownership rights Owning through partnerships, cooperatives, and corporations Deeds, mortgages, and closings Types of real estate contracts and agreements Environmental regulations Valuation and property appraisal Financing and taxes Using real estate as an investment vehicle Plus, two practice exams with answers and explanations let you test your knowledge before you take the exam, so you'll know if you're ready or not. Real Estate License Exams For Dummies is a helpful, straightforward resource that puts future real estate professionals on track for success.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764576232
• ISBN13: 9780764576232
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: For Dummies
• Length: 359 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.8" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Solid reference.

If you're studying for a Real Estate Salesperson exam, this book will definitely help get you ready. While I also purchased another test prep book that focused specifically on my state (Texas), this book was equally and sometimes more valuable. Some of the explanations provided just the "tweak" that helped in comprehension. OBTW - I passed both the national and state by a large margin. :-)

If you're taking the test you need this book!

This book is chocked full of info that you need. The chapters are laid out and explained really well. It helps you to understand the lessons that your going to school for alittle better by the way it explains them differently (especially the math!!!)

Made me into top grossing agent

This book is awesome!! Not only did I pass my test, but I gained so much real estate knowledge from this book that I was able to impress the management at Mansion Realty Group, and work as an agent immediately for them. I am now a top grossing agent with one of the best real estate firms in the city thanks in large part to this book!!

Excellent Book! I encourage you to buy this!!!!

With A LOT of studying and praying, I passed my California Real Estate Salesperson exam the first time. I am celebrating!! I am so thankful for this book, as Dr. Yoegel lays out each segment of the real estate industry very carefully and very clearly. After I passed my Real Estate principles course, I still felt unsure about the many complicated aspects of the property law, financing, and other practices. I took every suggestion Dr. Yoegel had, including making 3x5 flash cards of EVERY TERM within his book. I went to the local library and used a private study room to even read his chapters out loud to myself and to write the definitions and solutions on the dry erase boards. Suddenly, I felt empowered with understanding. I tell you, this is an excellent reference, especially when used after your principles class. GO FOR IT!!!!!