Every Tool You Need to Unlock a Successful Career in Real Estate\ McGraw-Hill brings together three of the top professionals in real estate education and licensing to prepare you for the all-important licensing exam. How to Prepare for and Pass the Real Estate Licensing Exam helps you determine just whether you're cut out to sell houses. Whether you decide you're a better fit as an agent or a broker, these practice tests, internet resources, glossaries, and sample forms arm you with the tools...
Every Tool You Need to Unlock a Successful Career in Real EstateMcGraw-Hill brings together three of the top professionals in real estate education and licensing to prepare you for the all-important licensing exam. How to Prepare for and Pass the Real Estate Licensing Exam helps you determine just whether you're cut out to sell houses. Whether you decide you're a better fit as an agent or a broker, these practice tests, internet resources, glossaries, and sample forms arm you with the tools to earn a top score on the test, and put your best foot forward as you start your new career.Inside you'll find: All the tips, secrets, and key points to consider when thinking of a career in real estate 4 comprehensive exams with questions just like those on the actual exam The latest web resources that give you the latest developments on your state's exam Complete, fully explained answers for each question Short tests that cover contracts, closing statements, and real estate math. A comprehensive glossary of real estate terms and concepts The most up-to-date rules and regulations on everything from fair housing laws to environmental hazardsHenry S. Harrison is a nationally recognized real estate educator and author who lectures nationally on real estate and real estate licensing. Barbara Drisko was the founder and successful operator of three real estate schools. Burton S. Lee is a leading real estate educator specializing in on line education.
Acknowledgments ixHow to Use This Book xiIntroduction: All About the Real Estate License Examination 1Test-Taking Tips 19Do You Have What It Takes to Sell a House? 31Becoming a Successful Real Estate Agent 37Becoming a Real Estate Broker 51Agency Law 57The Importance of Fair Housing Laws 75Types and Forms of Ownership 85Private Restrictions: Easements, Liens, and Encroachments 111Government Lending Institution and Land Use Regulations 129How Real Estate Ownership Is Transferred 147Making and Breaking Contracts 167Listing, Buyer Agency, and Sales Contracts 181Estimating How Much a Property Is Worth 207Ins and Outs of Getting a Mortgage 239Property Transfers and Closings 277Environmental Hazards 305Landlord and Tenant Relationships 337Assessments and Property Taxes 359Don't Let the Mathematics Scare You 369How to Make Money Investing in Real Estate 389Other Real Estate Career Opportunities 405What You Need toKnow about Insurance 413Practice Examinations 421Glossary 463Index 491