2008 Appraisal Courses Available Now!

With January 1, 2008 rapidly approaching, you might wonder about the new regulations and how this affects your appraisal education. At Allied, we've made it simple -- just enroll in the new 150-Hour Appraisal Licensing Package and get a head start on the new appraisal requirements.

The new 2008 AQB regulations require you to complete 150 hours of appraisal education before you can take the state appraisal license exam. The good news is that you can get started now -- and when the new regulations roll around, you'll be ahead of the competition.

You can meet your requirements with Allied's Appraisal Licensing Package. This all-inclusive package includes just what you need:

- 75-Hour Appraisal Licensing Course
- 15-Hour National USPAP Course
- NEW 30-Hour Real Estate Appraisal Sales Comparison Course
- NEW 15-Hour Real Estate Appraisal Market Analysis Course
- NEW 15-Hour Real Estate Appraisal Site Valuation and Cost Course
- State Exam Preparation Materials

The additional 60 hours of education will prepare you for your career as a licensed real estate appraiser. Learn about the most widely-used approaches to determine value for residential property; the theories and methods regarding proper collection and analysis of market data; and the process of determining a final value estimate using various cost approach applications.

You will receive the best package for the best available price -- with the additional 60 hours you need. Why should you enroll now? Because it is the perfect opportunity to start your education while others are waiting for January 1st to get started with their courses. You will have a leg-up when it comes to finishing your education first. That also means that you'll be ready sooner to start your hands-on training with a mentor.

The quality real estate appraisal courses will provide you with a solid foundation for your new career -- with the most up-to-date course materials available. With this package, there's no need to wait to start preparing for your appraisal career. Live student support, Allied's 110% Money Back Promise and industry-leading exam preparation materials will help you succeed.

Be the first to start and the first to get finished. Allied's New Appraisal Licensing Package has the materials you need to get ahead.

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New Real Estate Education Changes Are Here!

Starting October 1, 2007, there will be new DRE licensing requirements. Before you can apply to take the real estate license exam, you will need to provide proof that you completed all of your pre-licensing education -- which includes three real estate courses.

It isn't more real estate education than students were required to take in the
past -- it is just a matter of getting their education done before their license is issued. The 18-month Conditional Requirement will become a thing of the past. (This was when you had 18 months after your license was issued to complete two additional real estate courses.) Now, when you get your real estate license, you will have already completed those courses.

What do you need to do? Simply enroll in a Real Estate Principles course, Real Estate Practice course and an Escrow or Finance course. Complete your coursework; apply to take the state exam; prepare for and pass the state exam with helpful exam preparation materials; and receive your real estate salesperson license. Be on your way to a new career!

The good news is that now when you receive your real estate salesperson license, it will be good for four years. You will no longer be required to complete additional coursework during this period. Focus on your real estate career and enjoy your new role as a real estate salesperson. The next educational requirement won't be until you have to renew your license -- four years from now.

Your real estate license is within reach. Choose a convenient real estate program -- this will allow you to complete your courses all at once and prepare for the state exam. With your real estate license in hand, you will be ready to start your new career.

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Is it a Good Time to Get a Real Estate License?

As the real estate industry cools, some people are wondering if it is a good time to consider a career as a licensed real estate salesperson. Yes it is! You have to remember that real estate is cyclical -- it is going to have its ups and downs. If it is on a downward turn, it is only a short period of time before it experiences an upswing -- enough time for you to get your real estate salesperson license.

Prepare for your real estate career -- You can complete your real estate pre-licensing courses and take the real estate license exam in a relatively short period of time. By taking the time to prepare for your career, you will be ready to go when the market is "hot" again. Take advantage of this time to enroll in a real estate program and get the education you need. You'll have your license in place when you need it most.

Set up your network base -- Once you complete your real estate education, you should start to make contacts. Join a professional organization, talk to friends and colleagues, and pass out cards in neighborhoods. By getting your name and face in front of people, they will be more likely to choose you as their real estate salesperson when it comes time to sell their house.

Know your area -- Do your research and make sure you are well-versed in the area in which you want to sell. Have an idea of the types of houses that are included, their approximate prices, schools in the area, etc. Your knowledge will make you a more valuable salesperson for someone wanting to buy in the area. This will set you apart from other real estate agents.

Experience less competition -- When real estate was though the roof, you probably had three or four friends that opted to become real estate agents. As the industry cooled, these people probably left to pursue other careers. This has left a need for qualified real estate salespeople. By entering the real estate field now, you will have less competition and greater chance for success.

Give your real estate career an advantage by thinking ahead. By taking the time to get your real estate salesperson license now from an accredited real estate school, you can be ready for the next upturn in the market. A little bit of time now can pay off for you later.

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