To answer, "Why do you want to be a real estate agent?" focus on how you want to help people find their "forever home". In most cases, the interviewer is looking to find out if you are a good fit for their agency and if you have the passion that they seek in an employee.
Your answer should be focused on your passion for real estate and your desire to help people find the right home. You should understand the role that you play in helping customers purchase or sell their homes, and how to do so in the most efficient manner possible.
You should also understand your role as it pertains to:
Providing market, pricing, and mortgage advice to customers
Displaying prospective buyer's and tenants' homes for sale
Making it easier for sellers and tenants to reach an agreement
Going through purchase contracts to ensure that all the terms and conditions are met
Assisting in property promotion via advertisem*nts, listings, and open houses
Drafting loyalty contracts, purchase agreements, rental agreements, and other legal papers
Your answer can also include your favorite aspects of the job such as meeting new people. As a real estate agent, you get to meet people you would never ordinarily meet and you get to make new connections and learn about people from all walks of life. Networking is crucial to becoming a successful real estate agent.
Another fun part of the job is getting to view incredible homes. If you build your business in the luxury market, you can view homes with breathtaking views, amazing architecture, and exclusive locations.
A sample answer can include:
I want to become a real estate agent because I love helping people find a place to call home. I want to help them find the right property and negotiate the best deal for them. I want to help them make their dreams come true.
I also enjoy the opportunity to have a flexible schedule, to meet and interact with new people from all walks of life, and to be able to view and enjoy these amazingly beautiful homes. I believe this position will help me to advance my career by working with a top-notch agency.
