Should Physician Investors Get A Real Estate License?

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Dr. Kim details the pros and cons of becoming licensed, detailing the costs involved in terms of money, time, and effort. This post was originally published on Passive Income MD.

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I got my real estate license over eight years ago, and currently, I run my own brokerage – Curbside Real Estate. My original decision to get my license was to learn more about the purchase and sale process and perhaps save some money on commissions.

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Benefits of Having a Real Estate License

1. Become an Expert at Understanding the Purchase Contract

It's important to comprehend the purchase contract whether you're a buyer, seller, or investor. Getting a license helps you understand contract conditions. Read More

2. Save on Commission

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3. Access to the MLS

A real estate license gives you access to the MLS, which agents use to find new properties. You can get them faster than from your agency. Read More

Bottom Line

I firmly believe that having your real estate license can be beneficial as a doctor. Who doesn’t want to be more of an expert in something you’re interested in and can net you some extra income. Read More

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