How to become a real estate agent

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This playlist explains the real estate agent business: what agents and brokers do, how they are paid, the concepts on licensing exams, and how agents find clients. It features PrepAgent, BiggerPockets and CNBC. Use Play all on repeat to study, or loop one exam concept until you can explain it.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1What is a real estate agent? The difference between real estate salespersons, brokers, & RealtorsWhat is a real estate agent? The difference between real estate salespersons, brokers, & RealtorsPrepAgentPlay from here Loop
  2. 2What To Expect When Becoming A Real Estate AgentWhat To Expect When Becoming A Real Estate AgentBiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Is Becoming a Real Estate Agent Worth It?Is Becoming a Real Estate Agent Worth It?BiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Is Getting Your Real Estate License Worth It? 8 Pros & ConsIs Getting Your Real Estate License Worth It? 8 Pros & ConsReal Estate RookiePlay from here Loop
  5. 5How to Become a Real Estate Agent or Investor | Step-by-StepHow to Become a Real Estate Agent or Investor | Step-by-StepBiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  6. 610 Concepts You MUST KNOW to Pass the Real Estate Exam in 2026!10 Concepts You MUST KNOW to Pass the Real Estate Exam in 2026!PrepAgentPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Agency Basics - What you need to know for the Real Estate ExamAgency Basics - What you need to know for the Real Estate ExamPrepAgentPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Agency Relationships | Real Estate Exam PrepAgency Relationships | Real Estate Exam PrepPrepAgentPlay from here Loop
  9. 9What is Dual Agency? Real Estate Exam Topics ExplainedWhat is Dual Agency? Real Estate Exam Topics ExplainedPrepAgentPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Listing Types on the Real Estate Exam | NEED TO KNOWListing Types on the Real Estate Exam | NEED TO KNOWPrepAgentPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Contract Basics - Real Estate Test PrepContract Basics - Real Estate Test PrepPrepAgentPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Contracts with Joe Juter (2023) | Real Estate Crash Course | Practice Questions and AnswersContracts with Joe Juter (2023) | Real Estate Crash Course | Practice Questions and AnswersPrepAgentPlay from here Loop
  13. 13Real Estate Agent Commissions Explained (How Much and Who Pays?)Real Estate Agent Commissions Explained (How Much and Who Pays?)Real Estate RookiePlay from here Loop
  14. 14How to Run Comps on a House (Value ANY Property)How to Run Comps on a House (Value ANY Property)BiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  15. 15Making an offer on a home | Housing | Finance & Capital Markets | Khan AcademyMaking an offer on a home | Housing | Finance & Capital Markets | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  16. 16How Do You Actually Buy a House?How Do You Actually Buy a House?Two CentsPlay from here Loop
  17. 17Shark Tank Star Barbara Corcoran Explains Real Estate TermsShark Tank Star Barbara Corcoran Explains Real Estate TermsCNBC Make ItPlay from here Loop
  18. 18'Million Dollar Listing' Host Josh Altman: How To Be A Master Negotiator'Million Dollar Listing' Host Josh Altman: How To Be A Master NegotiatorCNBC Make ItPlay from here Loop
  19. 19How to Set Up Your Real Estate Business Structure (Step-by-Step)How to Set Up Your Real Estate Business Structure (Step-by-Step)BiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  20. 20How to Be a Successful Real Estate Agent in 2022How to Be a Successful Real Estate Agent in 2022BiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  21. 2112 Reasons Why Real Estate Agents Fail (STUPID Mistakes)12 Reasons Why Real Estate Agents Fail (STUPID Mistakes)BiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  22. 225 Real Estate Agent Mistakes That Will LOSE You Listings5 Real Estate Agent Mistakes That Will LOSE You ListingsBiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  23. 237 Signs Of A BAD Real Estate Agent!7 Signs Of A BAD Real Estate Agent!BiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  24. 24This Type of Real Estate Agent Will GROW Your Rental PortfolioThis Type of Real Estate Agent Will GROW Your Rental PortfolioBiggerPocketsPlay from here Loop
  25. 25How Zillow Makes MoneyHow Zillow Makes MoneyCNBCPlay from here Loop
  26. 26Last Call panel weighs in on jury ruling that NAR, brokerages colluded to inflate real estate feesLast Call panel weighs in on jury ruling that NAR, brokerages colluded to inflate real estate feesCNBC TelevisionPlay from here Loop
  27. 27Ryan Serhant on NAR ruling: Greater transparency is important to bring our industry forwardRyan Serhant on NAR ruling: Greater transparency is important to bring our industry forwardCNBC TelevisionPlay from here Loop
  28. 28Redfin CEO on NAR settlement: People should have a voice in how much a real estate agent gets paidRedfin CEO on NAR settlement: People should have a voice in how much a real estate agent gets paidCNBC TelevisionPlay from here Loop
  29. 29Agents need to better educate homebuyers on negotiating real estate commissions, says Erin SykesAgents need to better educate homebuyers on negotiating real estate commissions, says Erin SykesCNBC TelevisionPlay from here Loop
  30. 30What It's Like To Be LA's Top Real Estate AgentWhat It's Like To Be LA's Top Real Estate AgentCNBC Make ItPlay from here Loop
  31. 31'Million Dollar Listing' star understands the NYC broker hate'Million Dollar Listing' star understands the NYC broker hateBusiness InsiderPlay from here Loop

How do real estate agents make money?

Agents are usually paid a commission when a sale or rental closes, shared with their brokerage. Many are self-employed, so they pay their own marketing, licence and business costs, and income can be uneven. How commissions are set and who pays them varies by country and has recently changed in the US.

What do I need to become an agent?

Many places require a pre-licensing course, an exam and working under a licensed broker. Others have different systems or no licence at all. Check the rules with your local real estate regulator, then learn agency duties, contracts, pricing with comparable sales and how to find clients.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use these videos to study for a licensing exam?

They help with core concepts, but exams test local law, so use your official course too. Loop a hard section such as dual agency with an A–B loop, and slow it to 0.75× while you write your own notes.

Is this legal or financial advice?

No. The videos are educational and many describe US practice. Agency law, licensing and commission rules differ by country and state, so confirm everything with your regulator, broker or a qualified lawyer.