Your Guide to Become an International Real Estate Agent

Derya Saglam
TEKCE Real Estate
Published in
3 min readJul 4, 2024

Connecting with clients and turning dreams into reality: if this sounds attractive, you have the working spirit of a real estate agent. But, what is a real estate agent, and how to discover international opportunities?

Types of Real Estate Agents

Residential real estate agents help buyers find their perfect homes in desired locations based on their budget, lifestyle, and dreams.

Commercial real estate agents guide buyers to the best business opportunities. They know the market back and forth and can see the future value gain.

Realtor vs real estate agent: While the terms are often used interchangeably, a realtor is an agent with a professional NAR membership.

Real estate agents can work in the local, national, and international fields.

What do international real estate agents do?

International real estate agents, before anything else, connect with property buyers and sellers across the globe. They listen to them closely, serve as coordinators, and offer catered services to meet their personal goals. They build a trust-based relationship and ensure a smooth and transparent process with zero failure.

A good real estate agent can identify the target audience of a property at first sight. They reach out to potential worldwide buyers and present the property honestly. They understand and navigate all legal procedures in the countries they specialize in.

How to be an international real estate agent?

The key attributes for becoming a real estate agent are honesty, communication skills, and passion. If you have them covered, you are on the track. So, where should you start?

You have two options: working independently or joining a company.

  1. Working Independently

Starting your own company is a suitable path if you have savings and a wide network. Keep in mind that an education and license are essential. Also, your income may be less predictable at times.

2. Joining a Company

Joining a well-established company is a great way to become an international real estate agent. International companies offer a smoother process, stable income, and orientation programs. They also offer attractive commission fees in addition to salary.

TEKCE Real Estate: You International Carrier Path

TEKCE, an international real estate company established in 2004, operates in 20 non-franchised offices across 5 countries. With an innovative company model, building a career at TEKCE is a continuous learning experience. Every one of our new team members attends TEKCE Academy, where they learn about legislation and sales management.

If this sounds appealing, we invite you to join our dynamic team of over 250 experts. Reach out to us, and discover worldwide opportunities!

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