First-Time Homebuyers: A Niche to Grow On
Whether you want to develop a niche business working with first-time homebuyers or simply increaseyour overall knowledge so you can better help inexperienced first-time homebuyers, this course willprovide you with the necessary foundation to serve this unique population.First-time homebuyers often rely heavily on agents’ expertise, and many feel overwhelmed, intimidated,and fearful of the prospect of buying a home. Your knowledge and calm influence can lead them towardtheir goal of homeownership, step by step.In this three-hour course we’ll explore the key characteristics of this niche market, how to cultivaterelationships with these buyers, and how to prepare them for the transaction ahead.
Course highlights include:
- First-time homebuyer market stats
- Pros and cons unique to working with this market
- Housing affordability’s impact on new buyers
- Targeted marketing approaches and conveying homeowner benefits
- Providing value to first-time homebuyer clients
- Walking clients through each step of the transaction
- Financing, loans, offers, negotiations, and closing
State Requirements For Maryland
Maryland State Requirement Details for Real Estate Continuing Education
Renewal Date: Every two years from the date of original licensure
Hours Required: 15 hours
Brokers and Designated Branch Office Managers or Team Leaders:
RESIDENTIAL Brokers, Branch Office Managers or Team Leaders: 15 hours
- 3.0 Legal & Legislative (A)
- 3.0 Brokerage Relationships and Disclosure (H)
- 3.0 Ethics (D)
- 3.0 Supervision (I)
- 2.0 Fair Housing (C)
- 1.5 elective hours (no duplicates)
Commercial Designation (SOLELY – NO RESIDENTIAL BUSINESS): 15 hours
- 3.0 Legal & Legislative (A)
- 3.0 Brokerage Relationships & Disclosures (H)
- 3.0 Ethics (D)
- 3.0 Supervision (I)
- 3.0 elective hours (no duplicates)
Note: Legislative topic (A), Ethics topic (D), and Brokerage Relationships and Disclosure (H) are required Maryland courses for all licensees.
Maryland Real Estate Commission
Street Address: 100 S. Charles Street, Tower 1 Baltimore, MD 21201
Telephone: 410-230-6200
Fax: 410-962-8483