Part of the fun of being a real estate agent is that no two weeks are alike! You can make your own schedule so that you get the work/life balance you want.
However, this does require a lot of flexibility since your schedule changes from week-to-week and you’ll need to make sure you can adapt for last-minute changes.
Here is an example of a weekly schedule that you can expect to have.
MONDAY
9am Lead Generation
An agent’s businesses relies on lead generation. You’ll notice that it shows up throughout the week.
10am Home tour of the Southeast Area
Familiarize yourself with new neighborhoods while also keeping track of the newest listings.
12pm Lunch with Broker
Your broker has tons of experience and valuable advice to give. Make sure to set aside time to meet one-on-one regularly.
2pm Get comps and paperwork together for listing interview at 123 Random St.
A lot goes into listing a home even before you land the client. Prep before listing interviews is crucial.
5pm Listing interview at 123 Random St.
Time to sell your services so you can sell that house! You want the client to choose you.
TUESDAY
This day's schedule is a good example of showing you how you can create the work/life balance you want. With a traditional 9-to-5 job, it would have been impossible to do this without taking the whole day off!
9am Dentist appointment
11am Review HUD-1 Statement for Thursday close and touch base with client
One of the last steps before the close is making sure everything is accurate on the HUD-1 Statement and your clients have everything they need.
2pm Running errands
4pm Son's soccer match
WEDNESDAY
9am Lead generation
11am Meet with the Inspector at 456 Property Ln.
After executing a contract, there’s a lot the buyer agent has to get lined up in a short amount of time. The inspection is the biggest to-do during the option period.
2pm Pick up signs and supplies for weekend open house
4pm House showing with the Jones Family
Got to show it before you can sell it!
THURSDAY
9am Lead generation
10am House/neighborhood scouting for out-of-town buyer client
Sometimes the agent has to do the legwork for their client, especially when they aren’t in town.
12pm Closing on 3000 Home Dr.
You don't always have to be present at the close, but it’s always best to be there just in case something is needed last minute. Plus, it’s a momentous occasion for your clients!
2pm Review inspection report for 456 Property Ln.
Clock's ticking - documents like the inspection report need to be reviewed ASAP.
4pm Submit repair request amendment for 456 Property Ln.
You also need to get amendments in quickly if items need to be negotiated.
5pm Create pre-listing checklist for 123 Random St.
Sweet! Your client wants you to take care of selling their house. Now you’ve got to start getting the home (and sellers) ready for market.
FRIDAY
9am Lead generation
10am Line up professional photography and make-ready services for 123 Random Ln.
12pm Lunch with investor client
2pm Continuing education course for Legal Update I
You’ll have to complete 18 hours of continuing education within your first two years to stay active.
6pm Two more house showings in Babbling Brook Neighborhood with the Jones Family
SATURDAY
11am Set up for open house
12-3pm Open house at 3423 Buy Me Cir.
Many new agents hold open houses for realtors at their brokerage if they don’t have a listing of their own.
5pm House showing at Starlight Condominiums with Mr. Hampton