Want to break into CRE sales specializing in multifamily in Los Angeles. What steps can I take now, before starting off, to set myself up for success?
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[{"id": "i20vqeb", "text": "I got lucky and just kinda feel into the role; but the only answer is to network. Reach out to analyst in the different shops asking to talk/get to know what they do. Ask to grab coffee if they have the time. Don\u2019t make it sounds like you are asking for a job though, after a few maybe ask if they know any teams with opening they could connect you with. \n\nCourses will help you talk the language, and the basics. But past that you aren\u2019t going to be plug and play from one.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "i20ym2e", "text": "Join your local NAIOP/ULI/Chamber board as a student/intern/volunteer.  Go to EVERYTHING.  Put shit on chairs for events, help with the AV, park cars, whatever.  EVERYTHING.\n\nBut you're not a doormat.  Do all the crap nobody else will do but let the people know you're looking for experience, and a mentor.  Business card.  Don't forget a business card.  The people who's attention you're going after will be old school.\n\nEverything you wrote above is perfect.  Now you just have to believe in your plan and make it happen. \n\nI'm confident in you that it will.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "i2117h2", "text": "I would save about 6 months of income because it will take at least that long before you start making any money in commissions. I would figure out your niche and then apply to Marcus realizing that they take most anybody with a college degree. You will get a 9 block by 9 block neighborhood and then call every single multi family owner in that area and updating your senior brokers crm system. \n\nI would get a re liscense and some familiarity with Los angles rent control and building code laws. \n\nLearn what a cap rate is, learn what a 1031 is and most important, be nice and friendly. \n\nDid you go to usc? That will give you a huge leg up. Go get them!", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "i21g828", "text": "I\u2019m a CRE developer and direct lender in Calabasas. Would love to connect shoot me a message", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "i22482n", "text": "I would research the top performing brokers in your area and while they are very busy people and may not respond to you right away, send them a short email saying that you are interested in learning and want to work with them due to their track record. \n\nYou may have to work for free, or very low pay to start but when you are trying to learn how to do deals, you want to be associate with the top brokers in your area. You can pitch to them that you\u2019re on that person\u2018s team building instant credibility and say they oversee all of your deals. \n\nBack to getting their attention, this will be not an easy feat. These guys are very busy and may not have time to respond to a young person looking to break into the industry. Maybe send them your r\u00e9sum\u00e9, Google and find their cell phone number, shoot him a text Anna call Anna voicemail. Follow up week later. Follow up a week after that again. Send them another email. Try connecting with other members of the team asking to speak to so-and-so. This kind of follow up proves that you are ready to do what it takes.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "i23yqg2", "text": "I\u2019m a multifamily broker on the east coast - i can get you access to a free commercial certification training that starts next week - three days - send me a pm if interested - i also have a ton of insight and resources to help you. depending on your budget you can join my company (eXp Commercial) and I can help get you up and running and talking to owners in no time. And yes it will take time to close a deal so plan accordingly.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}]